James Agresti

James Agresti

expert United States

James Agresti is the president of Just Facts, a nonprofit research institute dedicated to providing objective analysis of public policy issues. With expertise in government spending and entitlements, Agresti has been a vocal advocate for accountability and efficiency in federal programs. His recent commentary highlights the significant waste within entitlement programs, particularly at the Social Security Administration, where he points to billions in improper payments. Agresti is known for his critical views on government inefficiency and his calls for reforms to curb wasteful spending.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.01%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
104,220
Power
6,612$
Sentiment
7.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United States 1 7.00 0.03% +0% 331,002,651 104,220 $21,000,000 6,612$
Totals 1 331,002,651 104,220 $21,000,000 6,612$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

United States United States: James Agresti, president of the nonprofit research institute Just Facts, stated that the characterization of Social Security as a Ponzi scheme has validity. 7

Fox News: House witness defends calling Social Security a 'Ponzi scheme' after Dem attack

United States United States: James Agresti, president of Just Facts, supported Musk's claim about Social Security being a Ponzi scheme. 6

Fox News: Trump admin takes 100-day victory lap on reforming key agency amid fierce pushback from Dems

United States United States: James Agresti, president of the nonprofit research institute Just Facts, discussed the validity of Elon Musk's criticism of Social Security. 7

Fox News: Expert turns tables on Dem critics after Musk accuses Social Security of being 'Ponzi scheme'

United States United States: Fox News Digital spoke to Just Facts President James Agresti about areas where DOGE can continue to make an impact in government spending cuts. 5

Fox News: Top 5 most shocking government waste secrets exposed by Elon Musk's DOGE

United States United States: James Agresti, president of the nonprofit research institute Just Facts, spoke to Fox News Digital about some of the opportunities to make cuts to entitlements. 7

Fox News: Expert reveals massive levels of waste DOGE can slash from entitlements, pet projects: 'A lot of fat'