TAXPAYER ALERT: Albany’s Spending Spree Leaves Residents Footing the Bill
By Tom Wong, Independent Investigative Reporter In a city where the average family struggles to
Tom Wong
As an investigative reporter focusing on municipal governance and fiscal accountability in Hayward and the greater Bay Area, I delve into the stories that matter, holding officials accountable and shedding light on issues that impact our community.
DA Pamela Price Recalled in Major Political Shift
In one of the most significant political developments in Alameda County, District Attorney Pamela Price
Pragmatism over Posturing: California’s Climate Policy Retreat and the Case for Market-Driven Solutions
In a stunning reversal that has sent shockwaves through environmental circles, California Democrats are retreating
Immigration Enforcement & Sanctuary Policy: Federal Deployment in Los Angeles Exposes California’s Defiance
The recent deployment of federal forces to Los Angeles has thrust California’s sanctuary policies into
Federal vs State Authority: The DOJ’s Transgender Sports Policy Confrontation with California
In a significant escalation of federal-state tensions, the U.S. Department of Justice has threatened legal
DOJ vs. Local Control: Michigan School District Settlement Sparks Debate Over Federal Overreach in Education
Federal Overreach or Necessary Intervention? DOJ Settlement with Michigan School District Raises Questions About Local
AMERICA FIRST TRIUMPH: Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” Delivers Historic Tax Relief While Slashing Federal Spending
By Tom Wong, Federal News Correspondent In a bold fulfillment of his campaign promises, President
The COVID Cash Grab: How HUSD Blew Millions in Federal Relief While Creating Permanent Budget Crisis
District used temporary pandemic funds to expand administrative empire, now faces fiscal cliff as money
Rubber Stamp Governance: How HUSD’s Board Enables Fiscal Malpractice Through Willful Negligence
Board President Bufete and trustees approve millions in spending without questions while district burns through
The $9 Million Contractor Scam: How HUSD Outsources Everything While Claiming Budget Crisis
District admits it can’t staff basic positions, enriching contractors while taxpayers foot the bill By
The Executive Gravy Train: How HUSD’s Administrative Bloat Consumes Millions While Classrooms Suffer
Superintendent earns $371K+ while district deficit spends and outsources basic functions By Tom Wong, Independent
The Deficit Death Spiral: How HUSD’s Budget Forecasting Failures Are Bankrupting Taxpayers
District admits to continued deficit spending while using temporary funds for permanent positions By Tom
