Money sits heavy. The federal budget runs in trillions. The debt tops $47.2T; interest above $1T. Debt and banking power are named as threats to liberty.

Hamas says it will free all hostages, dead or alive, under Trump's peace plan. Trump calls it near-peace and urges Israel to halt bombing for safe returns. The plan envisions a US-supervised Gaza with a technocrat government; Hamas rejects governance terms.

In Flintshire, a mother who placed parcel packaging in a public bin faces a £5,000 fine for unlawful waste. She is a carer for a child with additional needs and says the move is unfair and costly. The council says the case is under investigation.

Vice President J. D. Vance offered 'honest, non-trolling' advice after Joy Reid's racially charged comments went viral. He notes she has had a good life in America and is far wealthier than most. He urged gratitude as a path to happiness, saying she would be a much happier person if she showed a little thanks. He added the debate runs between the 'progressive' and the 'far right' camps.

Founders urged thrift: Franklin urged spending less and warned that small leaks sink great ships; Jefferson urged not spending before you have it and favored a frugal government.

The Digest, 10/4/2025 @600AM, CDT

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