Exclusive: Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has terminated a staggering $122 million in taxpayer-funded grants earmarked for LGBT and diversity initiatives. The move comes after a damning internal audit revealed 'poor use of funds' and a failu
Ontario Premier Doug Ford faces scrutiny after revelations his office spent CAD$113,000 on 'Canada Not For Sale' hats and merchandise, raising questions about appropriate use of taxpayer money.
Scotland faces an unprecedented financial emergency as ministers warn of potential 'bankruptcy' without urgent UK government intervention. Discover the implications for public services and the growing constitutional clash.
Liverpool City Council faces intense backlash after spending £1.5 million on a controversial 'Sydney-style' roundabout redesign that locals brand a 'disgraceful waste' of public funds amidst severe service cuts.
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's Washington DC hotel charged the government exorbitant fees for grass installation during his presidency, raising serious ethical concerns.
Exclusive investigation reveals the UK government is spending a staggering £8.2 million per day housing asylum seekers in hotels, as far-right protests target accommodation sites across the country. The Independent's analysis uncovers the true cost of the
Exclusive: Labour forces government to reveal secret data mapping the staggering scale of asylum seeker hotel use across Britain, costing taxpayers millions daily and sparking a major political row.
A damning new report reveals a 'postcode lottery' in public spending, showing rural communities in England are subsidising urban areas by billions despite facing higher council tax bills and inferior services.
The Ministry of Justice has purchased multi-million-pound mansions near Heathrow, raising concerns over taxpayer spending priorities amid a cost-of-living crisis.
The Albanese government is under fire for spending taxpayer money on business-class flights for ministers, sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Labour's new Chancellor Rachel Reeves faced tough questions on BBC Radio 4's Today programme about a potential £20bn shortfall in the party's spending commitments, as host Nick Robinson pressed for clarity on funding sources.
The UK government may fail to meet its pledge to allocate 80% of foreign aid to gender equality projects, raising concerns among development advocates.
China introduces sweeping pay cuts for civil servants and public employees as part of a new austerity drive to stabilise its slowing economy.
Labour MP Chris Bryant criticises the UK government for excessive spending on temporary staff and consultants, calling for urgent reforms in Whitehall.
Andrew Griffith questions the fairness of taxpayers subsidising millions on benefits without job-seeking requirements. Is the system broken?
The Ministry of Justice faces backlash after spending £1.6m to transfer prisoners from England and Wales to Bulgaria, sparking outrage over costs and policy priorities.
As Labour grapples with tough fiscal decisions, experts warn that austerity measures could alienate voters ahead of the next general election. Is history repeating itself?
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under pressure to address the UK's economic challenges, with tough decisions on taxes and public spending looming.
The US Department of Homeland Security has come under fire after spending thousands on a Thomas Kinkade painting for its office, sparking outrage over taxpayer money usage.
The British government has pledged to increase defence spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, ensuring the nation is prepared for escalating global security challenges.
Taxpayers are footing the bill for lavish perks in a secret treaty, raising questions about government spending priorities.
The Home Office is under fire for spending £1.5 million on a property in Epping, Essex, intended for asylum seekers, despite local opposition and legal challenges.
Former President Donald Trump and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell engaged in a fiery debate over the soaring costs of renovating the Federal Reserve's headquarters. Watch the explosive confrontation unfold.
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner's foreign travels have accumulated enough air miles to circumnavigate the world 13 times, sparking criticism over taxpayer-funded 'jaunts' to Africa and Europe.
San Jose's Mayor faces backlash after allocating taxpayer funds to AI technology, potentially replacing human jobs in city services. Critics question the ethics and efficiency of the move.
A close ally of Donald Trump has called for urgent action after revelations of widespread Pentagon credit card fraud, with billions spent at casinos and nightclubs. The scandal raises serious questions about financial oversight in the US defence departmen
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett faces backlash after comparing US funding for Iraq to Sesame Street in a viral rant. Critics call her remarks 'out of touch'.
Experts warn of deepening food crisis as prices soar, putting pressure on ministers to intervene.
Republican senators are rallying to block key spending measures, aligning with Donald Trump's agenda ahead of the 2024 election. Critics warn of potential government dysfunction.
A new Republican-led bill proposes significant cuts to foreign aid and public broadcasting budgets, sparking debate over fiscal priorities and government spending.