More than $5 trillion in US taxes. Who gets it?
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More than $5 trillion in US taxes. Who gets it?

Al Jazeera·1h ago·Neutral

What Happened

The United States collects over five trillion dollars annually in taxes on Tax Day. Analysis reveals significant portions fund military spending, defense contractors, and border enforcement. Healthcare and food assistance programs experience budget pressures and reductions. Growing deficits coincide with rising everyday costs, raising questions about government spending priorities and who benefits from budget allocation decisions.

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United States GovernmentTax DayDefense ContractorsBorder EnforcementHealthcareFood AssistanceUS BudgetAl Jazeera

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