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Biden's Plan to Sleep More Sparks Tension: Democratic Governors Question President's Stamina and Strategy
President Joe Biden's recent disclosure to Democratic governors that he plans to avoid scheduling events after 8 p.m. to get more sleep has stirred frustration and concern among party leaders. 
President Joe Biden's recent disclosure to Democratic governors that he plans to avoid scheduling events after 8 p.m. to get more sleep has stirred frustration and concern among party leaders. -
U.S. Mayors Push for 'Heartland Visa' to Revitalize Stagnating Communities
Amid population declines and economic stagnation in many parts of the American heartland, mayors across the United States are rallying behind a new initiative to attract high-skilled immigrants to their communities. The U.S. Conference of Mayors, a nonpartisan organization representing officials from over 1,400 cities, has endorsed the "Heartland Visa," a proposal aimed at rejuvenating areas facing demographic and economic challenges. 
Amid population declines and economic stagnation in many parts of the American heartland, mayors across the United States are rallying behind a new initiative to attract high-skilled immigrants to their communities. The U.S. Conference of Mayors, a nonpartisan organization representing officials from over 1,400 cities, has endorsed the "Heartland Visa," a proposal aimed at rejuvenating areas facing demographic and economic challenges. -
Supreme Court Rulings Bolster Trump's 2024 Bid with Sweeping Presidential Immunity
Former President Donald Trump emerged as a significant victor at the U.S. Supreme Court, securing rulings that not only bolster his 2024 presidential bid but also redefine presidential immunity. The rulings have far-reaching implications, shielding Trump and potentially future presidents from criminal prosecution for actions deemed part of their "core executive functions." 
Former President Donald Trump emerged as a significant victor at the U.S. Supreme Court, securing rulings that not only bolster his 2024 presidential bid but also redefine presidential immunity. The rulings have far-reaching implications, shielding Trump and potentially future presidents from criminal prosecution for actions deemed part of their "core executive functions." -
High Costs and Lack of Family Support Make U.S. the Least Favorable Destination for British Families
The United States, often seen as a land of opportunity, has been ranked the worst destination for British families considering a move abroad. Despite the allure of better job prospects and top-tier universities, the high cost of living and lack of family support policies significantly diminish the country's appeal. 
The United States, often seen as a land of opportunity, has been ranked the worst destination for British families considering a move abroad. Despite the allure of better job prospects and top-tier universities, the high cost of living and lack of family support policies significantly diminish the country's appeal. -
Potential Drop in Social Security COLA for 2025 as Inflation Moderates
Retirees reliant on Social Security may face a lower cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2025 as inflation moderates, according to recent estimates. Mary Johnson, an independent Social Security and Medicare policy analyst, projects that the COLA for next year could be around 3%. This figure is slightly below the 3.2% increase that beneficiaries received in January and significantly lower than the record 8.7% adjustment seen in 2023. 
Retirees reliant on Social Security may face a lower cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in 2025 as inflation moderates, according to recent estimates. Mary Johnson, an independent Social Security and Medicare policy analyst, projects that the COLA for next year could be around 3%. This figure is slightly below the 3.2% increase that beneficiaries received in January and significantly lower than the record 8.7% adjustment seen in 2023. -
Stormy Daniels Faces Escalating Death Threats After Testifying Against Donald Trump
In a candid interview with Rachel Maddow on MSNBC, adult film star Stormy Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, disclosed the alarming increase in death threats she has faced following her testimony against former President Donald Trump in his hush money criminal trial. Daniels expressed her growing concern for her safety and that of her family as the threats have become increasingly graphic and bold. 
In a candid interview with Rachel Maddow on MSNBC, adult film star Stormy Daniels, whose real name is Stephanie Clifford, disclosed the alarming increase in death threats she has faced following her testimony against former President Donald Trump in his hush money criminal trial. Daniels expressed her growing concern for her safety and that of her family as the threats have become increasingly graphic and bold. -
Biden Faces Increasing Pressure from Democrats to Withdraw from 2024 Race
Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, has become the first congressional Democrat to call for President Joe Biden to withdraw from his re-election bid. This follows a widely criticized debate performance that has raised doubts about Biden's ability to effectively campaign against former President Donald Trump. Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, has become the first congressional Democrat to call for President Joe Biden to withdraw from his re-election bid. This follows a widely criticized debate performance that has raised doubts about Biden's ability to effectively campaign against former President Donald Trump. -
Florida Prosecutors Knew About Jeffrey Epstein’s Crimes Two Years Before Plea Deal, Grand Jury Transcripts Reveal
Florida prosecutors were aware of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assaults on teenage girls two years before they negotiated a controversial plea deal, according to newly released grand jury transcripts from 2006. The documents reveal graphic testimony about Epstein's abuse, highlighting significant prosecutorial failures that allowed the financier to escape severe federal charges. 
Florida prosecutors were aware of Jeffrey Epstein's sexual assaults on teenage girls two years before they negotiated a controversial plea deal, according to newly released grand jury transcripts from 2006. The documents reveal graphic testimony about Epstein's abuse, highlighting significant prosecutorial failures that allowed the financier to escape severe federal charges. -
Michelle Obama and Other Potential Candidates Emerge as Biden's Debate Performance Raises Concerns
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden faced off in a highly anticipated debate that has left the Democratic Party grappling with concerns about Biden's capability to continue as the nominee for the 2024 presidential election. In a poll conducted earlier this year, former First Lady Michelle Obama was found to trail Trump in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup for the 2024 election. 
Former President Donald Trump and President Joe Biden faced off in a highly anticipated debate that has left the Democratic Party grappling with concerns about Biden's capability to continue as the nominee for the 2024 presidential election. In a poll conducted earlier this year, former First Lady Michelle Obama was found to trail Trump in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup for the 2024 election. -
Governor Newsom Signs Bill Allowing Restaurant Surcharges Despite 'Junk Fee Ban'
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1524 on June 29, ensuring that restaurant surcharges remain legal. The bill supersedes the state's "junk fee ban," which outlaws undisclosed fees from rental car dealers, ticket sellers, and until recently, restaurant service fees. The new legislation went into effect immediately, just days before the broader "junk fee ban" was set to commence on July 1. 
California Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1524 on June 29, ensuring that restaurant surcharges remain legal. The bill supersedes the state's "junk fee ban," which outlaws undisclosed fees from rental car dealers, ticket sellers, and until recently, restaurant service fees. The new legislation went into effect immediately, just days before the broader "junk fee ban" was set to commence on July 1.
