Labor and Small Business Agencies Announce Plan to ‘Bring About America’s Golden Age’
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing collaboration between the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) and the Small Business Administration (SBA) was signed on Wednesday by the leaders of both agencies. DOL Secretary Lori Chavez-Deremer mentioned that this initiative marks “the arrival of a new golden age of American manufacturing.” According to […]
Government Shifting Labor Policy to Focus on National Goals
State Department’s Involvement in Detroit Summit A senior official from the State Department’s Democracy, Human Rights and Labor (DRL) office confirmed their participation in this week’s summit in Detroit, Michigan. This aligns with efforts to advance the Department’s labor policy focusing on national interests. The DRL Bureau will attend the ReAndstrialize Summit, which aims to […]
Labor Department to assume control of education workforce training programs
Labor Department Takes Greater Role in Education Workforce Programs The Labor Department is expanding its involvement in certain workforce programs managed by the Department of Education, as part of President Donald Trump’s ongoing efforts to dismantle the Education Department. This move is part of a larger strategy, according to a memo from the Education Department. […]
Key questions senators should pose to Trump’s nominee for labor lawyer
Senate Hearing on Crystal Carry’s NLRB Nomination This week, the Senate is set to hold a hearing regarding the nomination of Crystal Carry, an administrative labor lawyer who isn’t widely known, to become the General Counsel for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The NLRB is a significant federal agency focused on safeguarding workers’ right […]
When the Labor Department takes a break, 20,000 seniors suffer the consequences
This past week was not about celebration for me; it felt more like a week of heartbreak. While many enjoyed fireworks and family get-togethers for July 4th, I found myself facing programs aimed at providing purpose, community, and essential support for survival. For many of these elderly individuals, they’re immigrants, people who have put in […]
Ten undocumented migrant children discovered at a California marijuana farm as authorities begin an investigation into child labor.
During a tense incident on Thursday, federal agents discovered ten unaccompanied undocumented minors, including a 14-year-old, working on a California marijuana farm. This prompted calls for an investigation into potential child labor violations. The minors were found at Glasshouse Farm in Southern California amid a chaotic operation, where reports indicated that shots were fired at […]
AEON humanoid robot by Hexagon seeks to address labor shortages in factories
Humanoid Robots Step Up in Factories Across various industries, companies are feeling the heat from labor shortages, escalating costs, and the constant pressure to enhance efficiency. In such a scenario, robots are emerging as a viable solution. The quest for innovative ideas is becoming intense as factories and warehouses scramble to adapt and meet demands. […]
The need for Idaho’s farms to move away from using illegal labor
A Glimpse into America’s Dairy Farming Challenges Travel through the heart of Idaho, past its golden fields and the Humming Dairy Farm, and you might notice an unsettling reality. The hands that are milking cows and harvesting crops are often foreign-born workers—either here illegally or through expensive visa programs. The Idaho Dairy Association acknowledges that […]
NHL and NHLPA agree to a four-year labor contract
Labor Agreement Reached in NHL LOS ANGELES – The NHL is celebrating a moment of labor peace. This morning, the league and the NHL Players’ Association (NHLPA) announced that they’ve signed a memorandum of understanding, leading to a four-year collective bargaining agreement set to take effect in the 2026-27 season. While specific details were not […]
Treasury leader expects 10 additional tariff agreements by Labor Day
WASHINGTON – On Friday, Treasury Secretary Scott Bescent mentioned that the US might finalize 10 additional tariff agreements with various countries before Labor Day. This statement comes as the European Union seems to be moving towards a new trade deal. Bescent believes these trade agreements could significantly benefit the US economy, akin to the enhancements […]