Seven Democrats support Republican measure criticizing LA protests
Democrats Vote for GOP Resolution Condemning Protests On Friday, seven House Democrats broke ranks to support a Republican-led resolution that criticized anti-immigration enforcement protests occurring in Los Angeles. Their vote aligned with Republicans during a demonstration linked to former President Trump’s crackdown on immigration. All seven are moderate Democrats hailing from swing districts. Notably, two […]
Key Inflation Measure Shows No Indications of Price Increases from Tariffs
Federal Reserve Shows No Sign of Tax-Driven Price Increase The latest Federal Reserve data indicates that there was no significant tax-driven acceleration in May, suggesting that President Trump’s tariffs haven’t yet pushed consumer prices higher. This is particularly evident in product categories most vulnerable to import taxes. The core consumer spending (PCE) price index, which […]
Inflation measure favored by the Fed increased to 2.7% in May
Recently released government data revealed that the Federal Reserve’s favored measure of inflation has risen more than anticipated, with annual rates exceeding the central bank’s 2% target. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported that the Personal Consumption Expenditure Price Index increased by 0.1% in the last month, elevating annual inflation to 2.3%. When taking out […]
Democrats oppose measure denouncing anti-ICE protests in Los Angeles
Recently, nearly 200 House Democrats opposed a resolution that criticized anti-ICE riots in Los Angeles. This measure, spearheaded by Rep. Young Kim, R-Calif., was supported by 215 members of Congress, including seven Democratic representatives. Kim emphasized that while peaceful protests are a right, acts like vandalism and violence should not be tolerated. She noted, “Protecting […]
Trump approves measure to counter California’s EV rule and talks about a different new ban.
Trump Signs Law Targeting California’s EV Regulations President Donald Trump has recently enacted legislation to discontinue California’s electric vehicle (EV) emissions initiative and has outlined intentions to prohibit new wind turbine installations. During a press event on Thursday, Trump claimed this move would “safeguard the US automotive industry from collapse,” specifically addressing California’s goal to […]
113 House Democrats oppose GOP measure condemning the antisemitic terrorist attack in Boulder
Over 100 House Democrats opposed a Republican resolution on Monday that condemned anti-Semitic terrorist acts in Boulder, as well as Colorado’s sanctuary laws. This resolution, brought forth by Rep. Gabe Evans (R-Colo.), successfully passed in the House with a vote count of 280-113, where 75 Democrats sided with the Republicans. Democrats took issue with the […]
Assembly Democrats successfully block bipartisan measure honoring the October 7 attack on Israel.
Assembly Speaker Blocks Commemoration Bill for October 7 Attack ALBANY – Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie has quashed a bipartisan bill intended to commemorate the tragic attack on Israel that occurred on October 7, 2023. On Friday, Heastie took significant steps to ensure the bill would not make it to Congress for a vote, leaning on […]
Voters Are Angry With Gavin Newsom For Reversing Approved Ballot Measure
California Governor Gavin Newsom has decided not to allocate funding in the proposed budget for a popular vote measure that passed last November. This has raised concerns among small business owners and lawmakers who have expressed dissatisfaction, feeling that the governor is disregarding voters’ wishes. In November 2024, approximately 68.4% of Californians approved Proposal 36, […]
Trump’s tax and spending measure set for House vote following important committee approval
Trump’s Big Bill Moves to House Vote President Donald Trump’s ambitious “Big Beautiful Building” bill is set for a House-wide vote after a crucial committee has given it the green light. The House Rules Committee convened at 1 AM on Wednesday to push this substantial legislation forward, aiming to meet Mike Johnson’s deadline for sending […]
Albany Democrats reject measure to enhance safeguards against antisemitism in colleges
Republicans Criticize Democrats for Blocking Anti-Semitism Bill ALBANY – Republican lawmakers are frustrated after Democrats halted bills intended to strengthen the fight against anti-Semitism. The legislation, introduced by Congressman Matt Slater (R-Putnam), aims to align New York’s definition of anti-Semitism with that of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance. This revision would facilitate action against universities […]