Molly Qerim’s past ESPN coworker discloses her pay before unexpected departure
Marcellus Wiley, a former NFL star and All-Pro defender, recently commented on his ex-colleague Molly Qerim’s departure from ESPN. Qerim, who has been eyeing new opportunities that would allow her to showcase more of her talents alongside other women in sports media, like Malika Andrews and Mina Kimes, hosted the network’s top show. In a […]
Lawmakers from both parties promise to forgo their pay during the government shutdown.
Lawmakers’ Pay During Government Shutdowns The number of politicians from both parties declaring that they will not take their salaries during ongoing government shutdowns is increasing. This comes as the federal government was shut down for nearly a week after Senate Democrats turned down Republican proposals for funding, aiming to stretch the debate until November […]
Trump Promises to Ensure Service Members Receive Full Pay During Shutdown
Government Shutdown Enters Fifth Day, Trump Assures Military Members As the government shutdown reached its fifth day, President Donald Trump pledged to support U.S. military personnel, saying he would ensure they receive “all the last penny.” Speaking at Navy Station Norfolk during the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Navy, he expressed, “The U.S. Navy always […]
Democrats Assert They Are Not at Fault for Troops Serving Without Pay During Schumer Shutdown
US military service members are starting to feel the pinch of financial strain due to ongoing government shutdowns. However, Senate Democrats don’t seem ready to take action to reopen the government anytime soon. If the shutdown persists, military families are set to miss their next paycheck on October 15th. It’s been noted that Senate Democrats […]
Do service members continue to receive their pay during a government shutdown?
(Nexstar) – During government shutdowns, most federal workers typically don’t receive a paycheck, and that includes roles like TSA officers and air traffic controllers who are still on duty. But what about military personnel? Are Active Duty Officers compensated for their essential services? Unfortunately, the answer is no—not right away, at least. “We don’t have […]
SHUTDOWN Act would require lawmakers to pay a daily tax during a government closure
Senate Republicans are pushing for lawmakers to feel the financial impact during the ongoing government shutdown, which has now reached its third day. Unlike many federal employees, Congress members typically receive their pay even when the government is closed. However, Senator Bernie Moreno from Ohio has a different idea: he proposes taxing lawmakers who collect […]
Jets to pay tribute to heroic veteran from Long Island at Cowboys game
Matthias Ferreira recently relocated to New York from Clayton County, Georgia, and recalls attending New York Jets games about 15 years ago. “I was there with my family, wearing a Georgia bulldog hat, and I wasn’t really a Jets fan back then,” Ferreira, a 36-year-old police officer from Suffolk County, shared. During one game, the […]
‘I’m Not Rich’: Democrat Declines to Give Up Salary During Shutdown While His Staff Goes Without Pay
Government Shutdown and Congressional Salary Debate Democrats initiated a federal government shutdown at 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday after blocking a spending bill proposed by the GOP. However, Arizona Senator Reuben Gallego made it clear that he intends to keep his salary during this period. About 750,000 employees are affected by the shutdown, according to the […]
Government employees will receive their pay despite the shutdown: Here’s the reason.
On Wednesday morning, hundreds of federal employees found themselves either working without pay or not working at all, as government funding expired overnight. This shutdown highlights the ongoing failure of lawmakers to secure contracts that would keep federal agencies operational since January 2019. Notably, previous shutdowns during President Trump’s first term reached a record 35 […]
Rep. Mike Lawler claims Hochul is not making insurance companies pay sex abuse victims.
New York State Representative Michael Lawler has criticized Governor Kathy Hochul for not compelling insurance companies to handle claims from numerous sexual assault victims who have filed lawsuits under the Child Victims Act. “The Child Victims Act was enacted nearly seven years ago to provide a path to justice for many who have suffered in […]