The hidden ‘costly tax’ of government regulation
The hidden ‘costly tax’ of government regulation  
Podcast: THE CONSTITUTION STUDY
Published On: Sat Aug 15 2026
Description: The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – When you think of the cost of regulation, what comes to mind? Maybe a fee or fine you have to pay? Maybe an additional cost for the items you buy. But what if the cost of regulation is much, much higher? Trump created the Department of Governmental Efficiency (DOGE) to cut government waste. Then why has the national debt increased...