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During a recent discussion, Senator Johnson emphasized the importance of conducting detailed audits of the federal budget. He pointed out that with over 2,600 programs funded through the federal budget, there has not been enough attentiveness to analyze every line item's effectiveness and necessity. Johnson argued for a thorough examination of spending, explaining that the current reconciliation process fails to adequately address the numbers involved. He noted a staggering projection by the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) indicating a potential deficit of $22 trillion over the next decade, which is unsustainable.