Economists believe possible school funding cuts detrimental
Potential cuts in school funding would grow inequality in Ohio schools and reduce the state’s future economic output, a group of economists said.
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S&P says effects of Trumps tariff plans overwhelmingly negative
A credit-rating agency reported Thursday that President Donald Trump's proposed tariffs could slow economic growth, increase inflation and push up unemployment.
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WATCH: Rep. Magaziner urges action to protect Americans’ private data
Rep. Seth Magaziner, D-R.I., called for stronger cybersecurity measures during a House discussion, emphasizing the need for immediate action from the Trump administration.
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Judge pauses Trumps buyout plan hours before deadline
A federal judge on Thursday temporarily suspended a midnight deadline for the Trump administration's deferred resignation program, which offered nearly all federal employees a buyout before a planned...
WATCH: Illinois legislators not surprised Trump DOJ suing over sanctuary policies
The Trump administration is taking Illinois and Chicago to court over migrant sanctuary policies and members of the Illinois General Assembly from both sides aren’t surprised.
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Job training grants, legislation jeopardized if Trump scraps Education Department
New bipartisan legislation that would assist lower-income students in paying for job training programs could inadvertently be rendered useless if President Donald Trump has his way.
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Washington, Maryland lawmakers propose banning credit card swipe fees on sales taxes
State lawmakers in Washington and Maryland are following the lead of Illinois in proposing legislation to ban credit card swipe fees on sales taxes that cost retailers significant...
Watchdog urges Congress to create plan for fiscal stability
A government watchdog is warning that the federal debt has reached $28.2 trillion, nearly 98% of the nation's gross domestic product, and is projected to more than double...
WATCH: Joe Rella speaks on small businesses and the maritime economy
Joe Rella, President of St. Johns Ship Building testified on behalf of Shipbuilders Council of America before the U.S. House this week, emphasizing the important roles of small...
Senate committee delays vote on Kash Patel for FBI director
Democrats appear largely united against the nomination of Kash Patel for FBI director, with the minority in the Senate Judiciary Committee deciding Thursday to delay the vote until...
