In a surreal twist, National Guard troops stationed in Washington DC have been photographed performing menial gardening tasks, including weeding and rubbish collection, around the Tidal Basin. The images have ignited a fierce debate about the appropriate
The US Internal Revenue Service files a groundbreaking lawsuit against Fox News, alleging the network unlawfully obtained and published confidential taxpayer information from a protected whistleblower, triggering a fierce debate over press freedoms and le
Outrage in Canada as Premier Doug Ford's government is exposed for spending nearly half a million pounds of public funds on a self-proclaimed communist comedian to write speeches and jokes.
Exclusive investigation reveals British taxpayers have lost over £1.1 billion from Rishi Sunak's Future Fund, with 158 companies collapsing and millions written off in failed investments.
Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the multi-million pound burden placed on US taxpayers for former President Trump's security detail at the 2020 Super Bowl in Miami, a cost that continues to spark controversy.
Exclusive investigation reveals dozens of asylum-seeking families have been placed in a £14m luxury retirement village in Hampshire, sparking outrage over benefits and use of public funds. Locals and officials demand answers.
A Reform UK councillor in Bexley is leading a revolt against a £4 million 'eco-bridge' designed for bats and other wildlife, branding it a scandalous waste of public money amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
Exclusive: Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, the UK's Chief of the Defence Staff, delivers a devastating critique of the Whitehall establishment, branding the state as 'not working' and stifling crucial military reform with bureaucratic inertia.
Exclusive figures obtained by The Independent unveil the multi-million pound price tag for the controversial state visit, with policing costs soaring into the millions.
Exclusive: Former Labour Minister Peter Mandelson receives a staggering £8 million pension pot from the European Union, igniting fury over a 'reward for failure' funded by British taxpayers.
Confidentiality clauses linked to Donald Trump's property deals are under fire as a secretive US billionaire's massive spending spree in a quiet UK county dramatically inflates the local housing market, pricing out residents.
An exclusive investigation reveals how Bolton, Blackburn, and Stockport form a 'golden triangle' for housing asylum seekers in private accommodation, costing taxpayers millions and sparking local tensions.
Exclusive investigation reveals an epidemic of suspended Met Police officers on full pay, exposing a crippling £17.5m burden on public funds and a system in crisis.
Exclusive: The Labour Party is set to unveil a radical new strategy to end the costly use of hotels for asylum seekers, opting instead to utilise vacant military barracks. This move aims to save taxpayers billions and accelerate the processing of claims.
Former Defence Minister Linda Reynolds wins a landmark legal battle, with the Australian government ordered to cover her $550,000 legal fees from defending against Brittany Higgins' defamation claim. The ruling ignites a firestorm over public funds and po
Exclusive: Metropolitan Police's round-the-clock protection for former US President Donald Trump during UK visits costs millions, raising questions about funding and operational impact.
Exclusive: Boris Johnson's private office expenses face fresh scrutiny over links to a business contact. New documents reveal a controversial payment for 'IT services' amidst a DDoS attack, raising questions about financial conduct and the use of public f
A damning new study exposes how the UK government is spending billions in taxpayer money to subsidise fossil fuels, undermining its own net-zero commitments and global climate leadership.
Exclusive details emerge on the multi-million dollar Rose Garden renovation commissioned by Donald Trump, raising questions about the use of public funds for a former president's legacy project.
Plans for Joe Biden's £300m presidential library in Delaware face scrutiny over taxpayer funding and proximity to his family home, raising questions about legacy and expenditure.
A UK mother's revelation that she uses her disability benefits to pay for weight-loss jabs like Wegovy has ignited a fierce national debate on welfare spending, medical ethics, and obesity treatment.
An exclusive investigation uncovers how the British government is secretly spending billions of taxpayer pounds to acquire houses and flats for asylum seekers, bypassing local communities and sparking a major housing controversy.
Exclusive investigation reveals how families of deceased Members of Parliament have claimed tens of thousands in taxpayer-funded luxury hotel stays through a controversial allowances scheme, raising serious questions about Westminster expenses.
Exclusive investigation uncovers the immense financial burden on British taxpayers, with over 50,000 asylum seekers accommodated in hotels at a cost of £8.2 million per day. Discover the locations, the figures, and the growing political backlash.
Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.
Essex County Council faces a storm of criticism after spending thousands of pounds of public money on a controversial set of new flags, branded 'bonkers' and a 'shocking waste' by furious residents and politicians.
Groundbreaking research from the University of Exeter exposes the crippling financial impact of loneliness on the NHS, with taxpayer costs running into billions annually for England alone.
Exclusive investigation reveals Australia's controversial offshore processing centre on Nauru costs taxpayers millions daily despite being virtually empty, sparking fresh debate about immigration policy costs.
A bombshell report exposes the immense taxpayer burden of Australia's political class, with each federal politician costing over AU$2 million per year. Discover the breakdown of salaries, staffing, and perks that make it the world's most expensive democra