Air traffic controllers who refrain from unpaid work during a government shutdown may face termination, Duffy cautions.
Air traffic controllers who opt to call in sick rather than work unpaid during the federal government shutdown could face termination, according to a warning from the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. This comes amid an ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers throughout the country. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy expressed his understanding of the frustrations that […]
Tired, unpaid air traffic controllers alert to risks amid government shutdown: ‘We’re overwhelmed’
Air Traffic Controllers Warn of Increased Risks Amid Government Shutdown As the government shutdown drags into its second week, frustrated air traffic controllers are voicing serious concerns about passenger safety across U.S. airlines. With over 14,000 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) controllers not receiving pay, the high levels of stress are increasingly affecting their performance and, […]
U.S. Flights Face Hour-Long Delays Due to Unpaid Air Traffic Controllers During Government Shutdown
Flight delays affected several major cities on Monday evening as the government shutdown persisted. The Department of Transportation (DOT) indicated that the lack of funding prompted air traffic controllers to call in sick as they awaited their paychecks. “This situation has added pressure on air traffic controllers,” stated Sean Duffy during his address at Newark […]
Sting Faces Lawsuit from Former Bandmates for Unpaid Royalties
Sting’s Former Bandmates Sue Over Royalty Disputes August 27 – Two former members of Sting’s band, The Police, have filed a lawsuit against the musician, citing a lack of royalties from their work together. Andy Summers, 82, and Stewart Copeland, 73, allege that they weren’t adequately recognized as contributors when it comes to songwriting back […]
Rhode Island prosecutor takes 6 months of unpaid leave following viral arrest
Rhode Island Prosecutor Suspended After Arrest Rhode Island prosecutors have decided to take action after an incident involving Special Assistant Devon Flanagan, who was arrested for intended trespassing. This incident occurred on August 14 at the Clark Cookhouse Restaurant in Newport, leading to her being placed on six months of unpaid leave. Attorney General Peter […]
Rhode Island Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan placed on unpaid leave following viral arrest footage
The Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office reported that Special Assistant Devon Flanagan, who was arrested earlier this week, expressed remorse after allegedly attempting to use her position to evade arrest. As the office investigates the matter, Flanagan has been placed on paid leave. Starting Monday, she will transition to unpaid leave, although the duration of […]
‘Privileged’ RI Assistant AG Placed on Unpaid Leave After Arrest
A Rhode Island aide recently gained attention after being caught on police body cam footage during a trespassing incident. Devon Flanagan’s aide was placed on paid leave following her arrest outside a restaurant in Newport. However, the Attorney General’s office has now moved her to unpaid leave as they evaluate the situation, according to reports. […]
Rhode Island Assistant Attorney General Who Gained Attention Now on Unpaid Leave
Rhode Island Attorney General on Unpaid Leave After Arrest The Attorney General of Rhode Island is taking unpaid leave after an incident involving his assistant, Devon Flanagan, who was arrested on August 14th for resisting arrest outside Clark Cookhouse. Beginning Monday, Flanagan will be on unpaid leave following her arrest, as reported by Rhode Island […]
Rhode Island Attorney General shown in viral arrest video put on unpaid leave
Rhode Island Prosecutor Arrested, Placed on Unpaid Leave Recent reports indicate that a Rhode Island prosecutor was arrested earlier this week under questionable circumstances. Devon Flanagan, who held a position with the Attorney General’s office, allegedly attempted to leverage her role to evade arrest. Following the incident, she has been placed on unpaid leave. Initially, […]
Court rules that Trump can reduce billions in unpaid USAID funds
Federal Court Ruling on USAID Payments A federal appeals court made a decision on Wednesday regarding foreign aid payments that were previously suspended. These payments, linked to the US Agency for International Development (USAID), could potentially be cut down to about $2 billion. This follows President Donald Trump’s earlier attempts to reduce USAID operations. The […]