How reform-minded prosecutors delegate justice to a private consulting firm
A recently released report details how a lesser-known consulting firm is influencing the policies of numerous progressive prosecutors across the U.S. The Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund (LELDF), based in Virginia, unveiled findings claiming that a liberal group, the WREN Group, has been actively shaping the decisions of at least 40 progressive prosecutors in 22 […]
The implications of Goldman’s agreement with T. Rowe Price for private assets in your 401(k)
Goldman Sachs and T. Rowe Price Collaborate on 401(k) Alternatives Goldman Sachs and T. Rowe Price are teaming up to broaden access to alternative assets for those participating in 401(k) plans, marking a significant move in the industry. On Thursday, they announced their partnership aimed at providing retail investors with opportunities in the private market. […]
Nonprofit leaders transformed the historic Park Avenue Armory into a ‘private club’ at the expense of taxpayers, according to the community.
The leader of the nonprofit organization managing the Park Avenue Armory on the Upper East Side seems to have turned it into something akin to “his country club.” This 145-year-old structure, run by the 7th Regiment Armory Reserve, frequently hosts high-profile events, such as exclusive fashion show afterparties that draw in celebrities like Giorgio Armani, […]
Susan Collins Promoted Trump Tax Bill After Getting $2 Million from Private Equity Billionaire
Sen. Collins Faces Challenges Ahead of 2026 Race As Sen. Susan Collins gears up for a challenging middle-range race in 2026, she’s finding it tough to shake off her image as a corporate sellout. A recent report may complicate her situation even further. Collins, the Republican senator from Maine, is among three GOP senators who […]
Private Payrolls Increase by 54,000 in August, Falling Short of Projections
In August, private sector job growth saw an increase of 54,000 positions, falling short of economists’ expectations of 75,000. This marks a considerable slowdown from July’s revised total of 106,000, indicating that businesses may be taking a more cautious approach toward hiring amid economic uncertainty, according to the Payroll Processor ADP. The latest figures suggest […]
Further Concerns Emerge Regarding State Investments in Private Equity
Concerns Surrounding Oregon’s Private Equity Investments Tobias, who has served as treasurer in Oregon for eight years, has consistently voiced no major concerns about the state’s investments. Notably, a significant portion of Oregon’s $100 billion civil servant retirement plan is tied to private equity investments. Interestingly, the investment strategies in question aren’t publicly disclosed. Last […]
Chef dies in electric buggy accident following late-night goodbye gathering on a private Caribbean island
A rising executive chef in South Africa tragically passed away in an electric buggy accident. Sihle Somdaka, a 37-year-old father of two, lost control of the buggy after attending a farewell party at a residence owned by Richard Branson and his wife. At the time of the incident, Branson was not on the island, but […]
Saudi private corporate debt rises more than 500% as investors seek variety.
Lebanon’s MEA Plans Low-Cost Airline Amid Economic Challenges In Riyadh, Lebanon’s national airline, Middle Eastern Airlines (MEA), which is fully owned by the central bank, is gearing up to introduce a low-cost subsidiary aimed at catering to travelers seeking affordable flights to EU and Middle Eastern destinations. Given Lebanon’s crumbling economy, soaring ticket prices, and […]
Social Security whistleblower alleges DOGE mishandled Americans’ private data and steps down from position
A whistleblower from the Social Security Administration has raised serious concerns about the handling of sensitive data of over 300 million Americans, claiming that Doge officials uploaded this information to unmonitored cloud accounts. Charles Borges, who served as the agency’s chief data officer, stated that the actions taken by officials jeopardized the confidentiality of Social […]
Harris reached a private agreement with the DNC to settle $20 million in campaign debt.
Kamala Harris Reaches Deal with DNC After 2024 Election Loss Former Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly struck a “handshake deal” with the Democratic National Committee (DNC) in the aftermath of her loss in the 2024 presidential election. This agreement includes the DNC taking on $20 million in debts from the Harris campaign, referred to […]