Prepare a financial analysis report to evaluate the financial performance of the U.S. government. After visiting the Government Accountability Office and then locate and read a recent financial audit report for the consolidated financial statements of the U.S. government.

Your report should include answers to the following questions:

• What type of auditors opinion is issued by the GAO?
• Are there any internal control material weaknesses or significant deficiencies? If yes, provide a brief summary of these deficiencies.
• Is there any restatement for the most recent financial statements? If yes, provide a brief explanation.
• Are there any fiduciary activities? If yes, provide examples.
• What are the net cost and the gross cost for a 2-year period?
• What is the U.S. governments budget deficit for two years?
• What are the sustainability measures? Provide examples.
• What are the components of the U.S. federal governments assets?
• What is the federal debt for 2 years?
• Compare the U.S. governments net position for the most recent two years.
• Compare taxes (by type) for the most recent 2 years.
• Evaluate the financial performance of the social security program.
• Perform ratio analysis for the statement of net cost, balance sheet, and the statement of social insurance. Your analysis should include at least two ratios for each statement.
• Provide a valid conclusion on the financial health of the US federal government.