Chinese and Indian refiners are expected to increase their oil imports from the Middle East, Africa, and the Americas due to new U.S. sanctions imposed on Russian producers and ships. This shift in sourcing is anticipated to have an impact on both prices and freight costs, according to traders and analysts. On Friday, the U.S. … Read more
In early December, the American Federation of Government Employees completed a five-year agreement with the Social Security Administration. This contract ensures that its 42,000 federal employees will have the option to work in the office for a minimum of two days per week. Reportedly, unions representing federal employees at various agencies, including the Environmental Protection … Read more
House Republicans are making a renewed push to implement a national sales tax and eliminate the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). However, they are approaching this effort with a new strategy to garner support. Under their proposed legislation, if it becomes law, undocumented immigrants would be obligated to pay taxes. Rep. Earl L. “Buddy” Carter (R-GA) … Read more
In a rare show of bipartisanship in the Grand Canyon State, members of Congress from Arizona, regardless of party affiliation, came together for a breakfast meeting this week. “Partisan fighting in Washington often dominates the headlines and creates the perception that nothing is being accomplished. However, Democratic Rep. Greg Stanton remains optimistic about the potential … Read more
Over 15,000 doctors have come together to express their opposition to the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as the secretary of health and human services, a position he was chosen for by President-elect Donald Trump. A letter signed by multiple concerned individuals highlights the significance of having capable leadership at the Department of Health … Read more
The immigrant communities in Kern County, California, are feeling anxious as the U.S. Border Patrol is conducting enforcement operations in the region this week. Several videos and images circulating on the internet depict Border Patrol agents capturing individuals at different locations in the area. The United States Customs and Border Protection has acknowledged these operations, … Read more
The U.S. Defense Department has recently included numerous Chinese companies, such as Tencent, SenseTime, and CATL, in its list of companies with alleged connections to China’s military. This move has sparked protests from some of these companies, who are determined to challenge and overturn the decision. In recent years, Washington has been actively working to … Read more
President Biden took action on Sunday by signing into law a bill that aims to enhance Social Security benefits for retired Americans. This legislation will benefit various individuals, such as firefighters, police officers, and teachers, who have dedicated their lives to public service. “Retiring with economic security and dignity should be a possibility for hardworking … Read more
On Friday, Judge Juan Merchan from New York made a significant decision regarding Donald Trump’s hush money trial. Instead of dismissing the indictment and overturning the jury verdict, the judge decided to move forward with sentencing the president-elect as a convicted felon. This decision comes after Trump’s motion for a stay was denied on Monday. … Read more
A group of 2,000 migrants is making their way from Mexico to the US in what is being called the first caravan of 2025. Their aim is to reach the US border before the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Before the inauguration of Donald Trump on January 20, there is an anticipation of more large-scale … Read more