Federal Workforce Faces Uncertainty Amid DOGE Initiatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) moves forward with an extensive restructuring of federal agencies, uncertainty looms over thousands of government employees. The agency, created by executive order last year, has aggressively pushed for streamlining initiatives, including voluntary buyouts and operational...
Workers allege ‘nightmare’ conditions at Kentucky startup JD Vance helped fund
(CNN) As a venture capitalist, JD Vance repeatedly touted his guiding principles for investing in a company: A business should not only turn a profit, it should also help American communities. That’s why, he...
Starbucks Replaces C.E.O. With Chipotle’s Brian Niccol
Starbucks, facing slowing sales for its lattes and Frappuccinos, a slumping stock, and agitation from activist investors, abruptly ousted its chief executive on Tuesday, replacing him with the chief executive of Chipotle Mexican...
The Biden economy is about to get a new salesman: Donald Trump
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris could not sell voters on the strength of the economy. Now, Donald Trump is poised to enter the White House with booming markets and solid growth. Expect him to reap...
Native Americans face voting hurdles as election looms
By Tom Hals SELLS, Arizona, Nov 1 (Reuters) - When Jennifer Juan went to cast her ballot in Arizona's state primary in July, she spent an hour rifling through documents to convince poll workers...
Senate Democrats Protest Budget Nominee with Overnight Filibuster
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a dramatic overnight session, Senate Democrats launched a prolonged filibuster to block the confirmation of Russell Vought as the new director of the Office of Management and Budget. The move, which stretched beyond 30 hours, reflects growing tensions over the administration’s budgetary policies and the broader implications of Project 2025. Vought, a staunch advocate for executive authority consolidation, has been at the center of controversy due to his role in drafting policy initiatives that would significantly expand presidential power over federal spending. Opponents argue that his confirmation could lead to major shifts in budgetary control, favoring executive orders over congressional oversight. The filibuster underscores the deep partisan divide...
Federal Workforce Faces Uncertainty Amid DOGE Initiatives
WASHINGTON, D.C. — As the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)...
Biden's Final Pardons Spark Debate Over Political Integrity
In the waning hours of his presidency, Joseph R....
Illinois Supreme Court Overturns Jussie Smollett Conviction on Fifth Amendment Grounds
Chicago — In a surprising legal twist, the Illinois Supreme...
U.S. and Israel Condemn ICC Arrest Warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant
The Continent Post Political Desk Washington — The United States and...