Law
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2 months agoTrump's CFPB Drops Cases Against Companies Accused of Cheating Consumers
The Trump administration faces backlash for halting enforcement actions against companies accused of financial misconduct.
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US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months agoCDC nominee to face questions about measles outbreak, vaccine policy
Dave Weldon's nomination for CDC director raises concerns over vaccine skepticism amidst public health challenges.
The Senate confirmation hearing will focus on his handling of critical health issues.
US politics
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3 months agoSenator and Teamsters President Who Nearly Fought On Senate Floor Tell Fox Trump Made Them Break Bread': Truly Built a Friendship'
Unexpected friendship between Sen. Mullin and Teamsters President O'Brien emerged after a confrontation, inspired by Trumpâs encouragement to collaborate.
Intellectual property law
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 week agoSquires Calls for 'Born Strong' Patents in Light of USPTO's Dire 'Defective' Patent Rate
USPTO nominee John Squires highlights a concerning 68% defect rate in U.S. patents, aiming for improvement in patent quality.
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Miscellaneous
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3 months agoI Asked You a Simple Question, Bobby!' Bernie Sanders Lays Into RFK Jr. at Hearing for Refusing to Say Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism'
Sen. Bernie Sanders challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine safety, emphasizing established research confirming vaccines do not cause autism.
Miscellaneous
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3 months agoI Asked You a Simple Question, Bobby!' Bernie Sanders Lays Into RFK Jr. at Hearing for Refusing to Say Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism'
Sen. Bernie Sanders challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine safety, emphasizing established research confirming vaccines do not cause autism.
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NYC politics
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2 weeks agoNobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit
Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks agoNobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit
Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months agoSocial Security Administration commissioner nominee says he's 'never thought' about privatizing the agency
During his Senate Finance Committee hearing, Frank Bisignano emphasized his commitment to ensuring timely payments for beneficiaries, firmly stating he has 'never thought' about privatizing the SSA.
SF politics
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Miscellaneous
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3 months agoHe's Relitigating Settled Science!' Senator Fights Back Tears at RFK Hearing As She Talks About Vaccines And Her Son with Cerebral Palsy
Senator Hassan articulates personal concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s stances on vaccines, emphasizing that her questioning stems from genuine worry, not partisanship.
US politics
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2 months agoPentagon deputy nominee fails to answer a 'simple question' did 'Russia invaded Ukraine?' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Senator Mark Kelly pressed Stephen Feinberg about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, encountering evasiveness in his responses.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months agoSenators Asked Linda McMahon the Right Questions Yesterday. They Just Didn't Get Answers.
McMahon emphasized that school choice is essential for improving educational opportunities for poor and Black students, yet did not account for those remaining in public schools.
Education
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3 months agoSenator Chris Murphy Details Why DOGE Targeting Federal Agencies Is Just About Making Elon Musk Rich'
Murphy's claims reveal a narrative where Musk is not simply cutting waste, but looking to financially benefit from dismantling agencies that protect consumers and workers.
Miscellaneous
fromBusiness Insider
3 months agoWashington, DC, plane crash thrusts high-stakes role of air traffic control into the spotlight
The crash of an American Airlines flight in Washington, DC, has renewed anxiety about air-traffic control staffing and procedures at US airports, especially in crowded airspaces.
Science
Miscellaneous
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3 months agoAdam Schiff Challenges Kash Patel to Look Capitol Police In The Eyes And Tell Them He Raised Money Off Of People That Assaulted Their Colleagues'
Senator Adam Schiff confronted Kash Patel about funding raised for rioters, questioning his accountability for actions taken against Capitol police during the January 6 riots.
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