We distinguish three kinds of material
Reported facts come from identifiable sources and retain the original reporting period. Analysis explains what those facts may mean and acknowledges reasonable uncertainty. Schunk Administration proposals are hypothetical policy scenarios, not enacted orders, real federal appointments or statements from the U.S. government.
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Primary sources come first
For fiscal data we prefer the U.S. Treasury and its FiscalData datasets. For budget projections we cite CBO and distinguish projections from observed totals. For government program performance we use GAO, inspector-general and agency publications. For legal process we refer to Congress.gov, the National Archives, the Federal Register and relevant statutes. Readers should be able to follow source links and inspect the original material.
Dates, units and methodology are essential
A report published in February and an annual statement published in October cannot be compared as though they reflect the same information. A deficit over one fiscal year is not a daily debt balance. Estimated future financial benefits are not immediate cash savings. We aim to preserve publication dates, fiscal periods, dollars-versus-millions labels, and the difference between facts and models.
Corrections and updates
When substantive errors are discovered, we should correct the underlying page, retain appropriate source attribution and clarify the affected claim. Material revisions should be dated. The site's Treasury widgets can update automatically based on official reports, whereas long-form articles are dated analysis; readers should consult the live data dashboard for newer numbers.
Authority and practical limits
Proposals about executive action should identify whether an action could be undertaken by executive departments under existing authority or would require new legislation or appropriations. A presidential signature cannot replace congressional powers or judicial review. We avoid describing illustrative directives as actual federal executive orders.
Respect for readers
We do not intentionally use fabricated news events, invented citations, opaque financial estimates or sensational “live” data that misrepresents publication schedules. We aim for readable typography, mobile access, keyboard navigation and concise explanations of uncertainty. We do not present policy disagreements as proof of bad faith.
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Readers can identify a source error, report a broken link or suggest a topic by writing to contact@schunkwhitehouse.com or using the contact form. Do not send private government records or sensitive personal information.
About this policy
First published November 5, 2026. This document defines an editorial goal and is not a guarantee of independent peer review or of error-free reporting. External sources remain responsible for their own publications.