Bobby Bonilla’s Mets deal continues to provide benefits
Bobby Bonilla’s Unique Payday Every July 1st, a check for $1,193,248.20 arrives for Bobby Bonilla from the New York Mets—remarkably, a team he’s been away from since the 1990s. This occasion has been dubbed “Bobby Bonilla Day,” a lighthearted celebration of what it means to be exceptionally compensated for doing nothing. But how did Bonilla […]
Who benefits the most from Medicaid? Employers such as Walmart and Amazon, many of whose employees depend on the program.
With the Republican-led House and Senate pushing through budget bills, there’s been quite a bit of talk—often perhaps hypocritical—about “healthy” Americans who benefit from Medicaid and food stamps. Yet, what’s often overlooked is that it’s actually companies, deemed “healthy,” that rely on these programs for years, evading their responsibility to pay workers a living wage. […]
Senate Rejects GOP Attempt to Remove Taxpayer Benefits from Illegal Immigrants
Senate Democrats Block Republican Amendment on Illegal Immigrant Benefits On Monday evening, Senate Democrats took action to prevent Republican attempts aimed at cutting taxpayer-funded benefits for illegal immigrants, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s comprehensive bill. The Senate faced a vote on an amendment introduced by Republican Senator John Cornyn from Texas, which sought to reduce […]
If You Were Born on This Date, You’ll Be Eligible for Full Retirement Benefits Soon and Can Receive Up to $4,018 in Social Security
Changes to Social Security’s Retirement Age The Social Security Administration (SSA) has updated the rules regarding the Full Retirement Age (FRA). For Americans born in 1960 or later, the FRA will now be 67—a two-year increase from the previous standard of 65. The FRA is crucial because it’s the age when individuals can access full […]
Benefits for senior UN staff being examined as they avoid current budget cuts
Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has initiated a budget cut across the UN in preparation for the 2026 budget review. This move is part of a larger reform agenda known as the UN80 initiative. Guterres previously flagged concerns about diminishing US funding, highlighting that such cuts could negatively impact global health, safety, and prosperity. The US, being […]
Revised Senate bill cuts wind and solar benefits and introduces a new tax
A revised draft of the Senate Megaville legislation is set to decrease tax incentives for wind and solar energy while introducing new taxes on upcoming wind and solar projects. The initial draft, which Senate Republicans presented earlier this month, proposed cuts to credits for projects that didn’t commence construction by a specific date. However, the […]
Misunderstandings about federal retirement benefits
The Human Resources Administration expects a surge in resignation applications due to more federal employees opting for the Voluntary Early Resignation Agency (VERA) and the delayed Resignation Program (DRP). Recently, OPM noted in a statement about contract awards aimed at modernizing the HR system that there could be “an expected double in the backlog of […]
The Trade Agreement Between Trump and the UK Benefits Both America and the UK
Critics of President Donald Trump often overlook his deep understanding of negotiations. For 40 years, he has been involved in both small and large deals, using a strategy that involves making moves, gauging reactions, and adjusting accordingly to get what he ultimately wants. We’ve been observing this in the context of his presidency and even […]
The benefits of purchasing NYC bonds, even if Zohran Mamdani ends up as mayor
Thoughts on NYC Bonds Amid Potential Political Changes So, there’s this enormous concern with a certain political figure who, you might say, doesn’t have a strong grip on private sector employment. It raises questions about who’s really running New York City. If you’re one of those folks holding “tax-free” city bonds, you might want to […]
Senate Parliamentarian Disapproved Removing Welfare Benefits for Undocumented Immigrants in Major Legislation
Senator Rand Paul recently expressed concerns about the budget adjustment bill, particularly its handling of illegal foreign interests, during an interview. “The Senate has decided to maintain various welfare provisions for illegal aliens, which means we can’t really cut those benefits,” he shared, pointing out that the Non-Citizen Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) remains untouched. […]