Staff Reports
A recent revelation from the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency has sent shockwaves through political circles as it appears the Biden-Harris administration has taken a rather unconventional approach to doling out taxpayer dollars. Reports indicate that hundreds of millions of dollars in government contracts were awarded to business owners who, in a shocking twist, are children—some even under the age of 11. An audit from the Small Business Administration, part of this eye-opening announcement, details a staggering $312 million funneled into the hands of 5,593 “businesses” owned by minors, raising eyebrows and questions about just who is really managing these contracts.
The agency made it clear that while there could technically be legal avenues for such arrangements, the overwhelming evidence suggests otherwise. Most of these loans were flagged for having Social Security numbers linked to the wrong names, leading to speculation that the whole operation may be more of a playground than a boardroom. The agency, determined to clean up this monumental mess, has teamed up with both DOGE and the SBA to sift through the financial rubble and set things right. With so many dubious loans, one can only wonder if the administration has been treating taxpayer money like it’s Monopoly play money.
Further adding to the absurdity is the revelation that a whopping $333 million was also handed over to businesses run by owners claiming to be 115 years old or older. Among the beneficiaries was a 157-year-old business owner who reportedly received $36,000 through various pandemic-era relief programs. It seems the age requirement for business ownership has become a mere suggestion, with the current administration clearly prioritizing inclusion, even if that means handing out checks to centenarians and toddlers alike.
In what’s been described as a bureaucratic circus, the administration threw caution to the wind and approved nearly all of these kiddie loans, often forgiving them on the condition that the pint-sized “entrepreneurs” would use the funds to avoid laying off any of their nonexistent staff. One can’t help but chuckle at the image of children running ‘businesses’ and diligently planning for their employees, which oddly reflects the current level of fiscal responsibility being demonstrated by the administration.
As the fallout continues, key figures like Elon Musk are stepping into the fray, discussing plans to eliminate a staggering $1 trillion in what many conservatives rightfully view as government waste. With growing pressure from constituents, there’s been some pushback against these proposed cuts. However, any serious attempts to rein in government excess may face genuine challenges as lawmakers are feeling the heat from their constituents, likely resulting in more talk than action.
The ongoing saga not only highlights the incompetence entwined in Biden’s fiscal strategies but also showcases the alarming connections between the administration and high-dollar contracts that raise more questions than answers. The hope lies in reform, as a recent poll showed around 72% of Americans support the mission of DOGE to eradicate waste, leaving one to ponder what the real beneficiaries of these contracts might say if they were old enough to really understand financial responsibility. The future looks promising for those longing for accountability, especially as the Trump administration’s legal successes continue to unfold, indicating a new era of financial scrutiny could soon emerge from this debacle.
