Top hedge fund DE Shaw lets go of DEI leader following an exposé on progressive HR practices.
De Shaw Fires DEI Chief Amid Concerns Over Company Direction De Shaw, a left-leaning hedge fund, recently parted ways with its chief of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) following the release of a post regarding its human resources policy. Staff members reportedly had concerns that the company might align with President Trump’s vision. Maja Hazel, […]
FTC files lawsuit against Ticketmaster for purportedly misleading practices that increased ticket prices
Recent actions from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and seven state attorneys general have accused Ticketmaster and its parent company, LiveNation, of benefiting from fees while ignoring widespread illegal resale practices. The complaint charges Ticketmaster, based in California, with misleading artists and consumers by advertising low ticket prices and imposing strict purchase limits. Ultimately, customers […]
From disputed ballots to the best practices: Florida leads the nation in elections
Florida’s Election Evolution: From Chaos to Competence Back in 2000, Florida’s presidential election became a spectacle, primarily highlighted by the infamous Bush vs. Gore legal battle. The world seemed to revel in the chaos, laughing at hanging chads and poorly designed ballots that delayed the election outcome, throwing the nation into political turmoil. News vans […]
Alex Jones’ bold entry into Bohemian Grove reveals elite pagan ceremonies and hidden occult practices
The Secretive Bohemian Globe Event Every summer, the Shadow Bohemian Club—a private gentlemen’s group in San Francisco—holds a clandestine gathering known as the “Bohemian Globe” in Monterio, California. This event is wrapped in intrigue, with rumors swirling about paparazzi, women, uninvited guests, strange rituals, and elite networking. A quarter-century ago, Alex Jones, founder of Infowars, […]
Oversight agency looking into BLS data gathering practices
Review of BLS Economic Data Compilation Underway The Labor Bureau’s internal watchdog is starting to evaluate how the Labor Statistics Bureau (BLS) compiles its economic data. A letter from Labor Bureau aide Laura Nicolosi, sent on Wednesday, indicated that the review will focus on the monthly consumer price index (CPI), producer price index (PPI), and […]
OCC to Review Banks’ Debanking Practices in Licensing and CRA Evaluations
The Office of the Secretary of the Currency (OCC) shared significant news on Monday, September 8, that aims to “depoliticize banks” and tackle “illegal de-pasting” within the federal banking system. One key update focused on licensing, stating that the OCC is reviewing how banks consider licensing decisions and their evaluations under the Community Reinvestment Act […]
Google faces significant $3B fine from the EU for advertising technology practices
On Friday, the European Union imposed a hefty fine of $3.45 billion on Google for engaging in anti-competitive behavior within its AdTech sector. This marks the fourth time in a decade that the tech giant has faced penalties from EU regulators. The fine followed complaints from the Council of the European Publishing Bureau and comes […]
FTC Alerts Google About ‘Unfair or Misleading Practices’ Involving Bias Against Republicans
FTC Investigates Google Over Allegations of Bias Against Republican Emails The Chairman of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Andrew Ferguson, has raised concerns about Google’s Gmail platform, suggesting it may be unfairly targeting Republican emails while seemingly favoring Democratic messages. In a letter dated August 28th, Ferguson communicated with Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai, expressing his […]
DOJ starts inquiry into CalEPA regarding hiring practices for racial equity
DOJ Investigates Racial Employment Practices at California Agency The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into the California Environmental Protection Agency (CalEPA), following allegations centered around discriminatory employment practices linked to race and other factors. In a letter sent on Wednesday, the DOJ informed CalEPA about ongoing inquiries regarding whether the agency […]
DOJ looks into the California EPA’s recruitment practices regarding racial equity
The Department of Justice (DOJ) is looking into the California Environmental Protection Agency (CALEPA) regarding its racial equality initiatives in hiring practices. A recent letter indicated that the agency might be “engaging in discriminatory employment practices based on race, color, gender, and national origin.” This scrutiny appears to be linked to CALEPA’s efforts that aim […]