Top CUNY official gets 16% raise, bringing salary to over $320K
The City University of New York is often called the “poor man’s Harvard,” but that may not be the case when it comes to administrative salaries. CUNY Board of Trustees On Monday night, the board approved paying Gayle Horowitz, who was promoted to secretary and senior vice president, a staggering $320,681 in salary. The public […]
Republicans raise 'grave concerns' with Biden immigration order
A group of Republican senators has expressed “serious concerns” about President Biden’s recent move to allow certain undocumented immigrants who are spouses or children of U.S. citizens to remain in the country and work legally. in letter In a June 21 letter to Biden, Republican lawmakers wrote that Biden’s latest immigration relief package “directly violates […]
Majority of young voters say it's harder to buy a house, raise a family, get a good job: Poll
A majority of voters under the age of 30 say it’s harder to buy a home, raise a family and get a good job than it was for previous generations, according to a new poll. In one survey, CBS News announced on SundayEighty-two percent of registered voters believe it is harder to buy a home […]
Florida’s state-backed home insurance to raise rates 14%
Florida’s government-backed home insurers plan to raise premiums by 14 percent, another blow to more than 1 million hurricane-ravaged state residents who already have some of the highest insurance rates in the country. The state’s People’s Property Insurance Corp. board of directors voted unanimously Wednesday to raise premium rates for next year, even though nine […]
Jim Cramer’s guide to investing: Use rallies to raise some cash – CNBC
CNBC’s Jim Cramer told investors that it’s important to take advantage of big rallies to prepare for a down day in stocks. In other words, you should raise some cash when stocks are rising. “The next time you see a big rally for a day or two, please take advantage of the momentum and raise […]
Biden IRS announces crackdown on complex partnerships, says it will raise $50 billion
The Treasury Department and IRS have announced a new crackdown on tax planning through complex partnerships, a move the Biden administration contends will raise $50 billion in tax revenue. The initiative announced Monday will close a “major tax loophole” used by complex partnerships, the Treasury Department said. If the “loophole” is closed, it would raise […]
House passes $895B defense policy bill with 19.5% pay raise for junior troops
Congress’ annual defense policy bill passed the House of Representatives on Friday after a week of voting on more than 300 amendments, in which conservatives scored several victories on diversity, critical race theory and gender surgery. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) authorizes funding for military priorities across the Departments of Defense and Energy, with […]
‘Despicable’: Lawmakers Lash Out At Biden Admin For Refusing To Approve Pay Raise For Enlisted Troops
Republican lawmakers berated the Biden administration for refusing to support giving a pay raise to junior enlisted service members. The current draft of the 2025 annual defense bill includes a pay raise for junior troops, which the Biden administration said on Tuesday it “strongly opposes” until the Pentagon conducts a compensation review. Lawmakers on the […]
Southern Baptists Raise Ethical Concerns and Urge Restrictions on IVF
The Southern Baptist Convention’s mission passed a resolution on Wednesday urging lawmakers to restrict IVF and urging couples to exercise caution when considering the procedure because it involves “frozen human fetuses.” The resolution was passed at the Southern Baptist Convention’s annual meeting in Indianapolis, where federal and state lawmakers considered IVF legislation following the Alabama […]
Waffle House will raise wages for tipped workers amid labor advocacy efforts
See what’s clicking on FoxBusiness.com Popular fast-food chain Waffle House is raising wages for its more than 40,000 employees, a move that comes after a year of persistent pressure from labor unions. Waffle House CEO Joe Rogers III spoke to employees in a video announcement, announcing that starting this month, base wages will rise to […]