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Local governments like mine are fighting back against Trump

The federal government’s open hostility to our constituents, our needs and our solutions has made serving in local government that much harder.

Harvard president decries ‘unlawful’ Trump actions in letter to McMahon

Harvard University President Alan Garber sent a letter to Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Monday decrying the actions of the Trump administration against his school while stressing areas of concern shared by both sides.   “We share common ground on a number of critical issues, including the importance of ending antisemitism and other bigotry on...

Congress can support law enforcement this National Police Week

Congressional representatives Gabe Evans and Mike Ezell, who both have experience as police officers, are using their knowledge to introduce and support legislation that empowers local law enforcement to combat crime and protect the American people.

Did Siri snoop on you? How much of the $95M settlement you could receive

Did you ever see very specific ads on your iPhone after having a conversation about a product? You could be entitled to a portion of a massive settlement.

Newsom urges California cities to clear homeless encampments

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) on Monday called on city governments in his state to urgently address the prevalence of homeless encampments, issuing a model ordinance to facilitate local bans. “There’s nothing compassionate about letting people die on the streets," Newsom said in a statement. "The time for inaction is over. There are no more excuses.”...

Senate Democrats seek vote targeting Trump’s acceptance of Qatari plane

Senate Democrats are trying to force a vote in response to reports that President Trump will accept a luxury jet from Qatar that will be retrofitted as the next Air Force One. Sens. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Chris Coons (D-Del.) are pushing a measure that would target the gift,...

House tax writers eye SALT deduction cap rejected by key lawmakers last week

The House Ways and Means Committee is eyeing a plan to increase the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap by $30,000 for single and joint filers who make $400,000 or less a year, even after key lawmakers vocally rejected that proposal last week. The idea, which four sources confirmed to The Hill, was discussed...

Don’t just ask how to help HBCUs. Ask how to learn from them.

HBCUs like Florida A&M University have consistently produced exceptional outcomes for their students, and their success is worth studying and replicating by other colleges and universities to address the challenges of student success.

Memorial Day travel expected to break 20-year record

AAA expects a record number of domestic travelers for Memorial Day, with 45.1 million people expected to travel 50 miles or more between May 22 and May 26, with 87% of them planning to travel by car.

Cornyn losing to primary rival in poll from top GOP super PAC

Texas Sen. John Cornyn (R) is significantly trailing state Attorney General Ken Paxton in an internal GOP primary poll conducted by a super PAC supporting the incumbent, pointing to a potentially challenging reelection bid. The longtime senior senator is behind Paxton in the poll by 16 points, 56 percent to 40 percent, Punchbowl News reported...

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