The U.S. House of Representatives rejected a procedural vote on Tuesday, dealing a blow to Speaker Mike Johnson and Republican leadership. The vote, which failed 206-222, centered on an effort to block a bipartisan proposal allowing new parents in Congress to vote remotely for up to 12 weeks after childbirth. […]
In a closely contested 52-48 vote, the U.S. Senate has repealed a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) rule that sought to cap overdraft fees at $5 for large banks. The decision, passed largely along party lines, now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration. The CFPB regulation, finalized in […]
A controversial bill aimed at redefining constitutional protections under the 14th Amendment to include preborn human beings has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Titled the “Life at Conception Act,” the legislation seeks to establish that the right to life extends to all human beings from the moment […]
Consumer confidence in the United States has plummeted to its lowest level in over a decade, according to the latest Consumer Confidence Survey® released by The Conference Board. The survey’s findings reveal a deepening pessimism about future economic conditions, with key indicators signaling potential challenges ahead. Key Findings “Consumer confidence […]
President Donald Trump has declared April 2, 2025, as “Liberation Day.” The day will mark the implementation of a series of tariffs, including reciprocal duties designed to match or exceed the rates imposed by other nations on American products. “Liberation Day” represents Trump’s latest effort to reshape global trade dynamics […]
The U.S. House of Representatives is set to vote this week on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, a Republican-backed bill that would require documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration in federal elections. Republican leaders say the SAVE Act is essential for restoring trust in elections by ensuring […]
The Trump administration has ignited fierce debate by introducing a controversial initiative that allows industrial polluters to seek exemptions from Clean Air Act regulations through a simple email submission. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under President Donald Trump, announced this week that companies can email requests for presidential exemptions under […]
President Donald J. Trump has signed an executive order aimed at overhauling election processes in the United States to enhance transparency, security, and compliance with federal laws. Titled “Preserving and Protecting the Integrity of American Elections,” the order introduces sweeping measures. The executive order formally rescinds Executive Order 14019 (Promoting […]
President Donald Trump has openly stated that he is “not joking” about the possibility of pursuing a third term in office, despite the constitutional prohibition under the 22nd Amendment, which limits presidents to two terms. In a recent interview with NBC, Trump acknowledged that there are “methods” to potentially bypass […]
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker, alongside a delegation of public and private sector leaders, has embarked on a trade mission to Mexico aimed at strengthening economic ties between Illinois and Mexico. The delegation will engage with Mexican officials and business leaders to explore opportunities for collaboration and investment from March 30-April […]
