A recent shift in policy by the U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has brought relief to immigrant survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The DOJ has decided not to enforce new restrictions that would have blocked federal grant funding for legal services to undocumented immigrants. This c
Doge, the "department of government efficiency, " seems to have vanished without much fanfare. This happened while it still had eight months left on its contract. The group was known for making big changes in federal agencies and letting go of many workers. Scott Kupor, the head of the office of pe
President Donald Trump has hinted at the possibility of sending National Guard troops to New York City, adding to his ongoing efforts to tackle crime in major urban areas. This idea is part of a broader strategy that has already seen Guard troops deployed in cities like Washington, D. C. , and Los A
Pennsylvania is a big deal in the energy world. It's the second-largest natural gas producer in the U. S. , right behind Texas. The state also exports a lot of coal. Recently, U. S. Sen. Dave McCormick hosted an event focusing on AI and energy. This event showed how important Pennsylvania is for the
The Justice Department is in a tough spot. They're trying to discredit a judge who's handling the case against former FBI director James Comey. This is getting messy. Officials have been making some questionable moves. They've criticized the judge for using a different word in court. That's not a bi
A man who had been evading justice for nearly a decade finally faced the consequences of his actions. Patrick O'Connor, 39, was apprehended in Syracuse, New York, after a seven-year run from serious charges in Oregon. The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office received a tip that led to his arrest, markin
The Education Department is undergoing a major overhaul, with many of its responsibilities being shifted to other federal agencies. This move, initiated by the Trump administration, aims to reduce federal influence on education and give states more control. However, many state and school officials a
The Trump administration is pushing ahead with a plan to scale back the Education Department, a move they believe will improve education by reducing federal control. However, many school and state officials are worried that this change will create more red tape without helping students who are strug
In a bold move, local officials are speaking out against the aggressive actions of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). They argue that the agency's methods are not just harsh but deliberately so. This isn't about catching dangerous criminals; it's about targeting ordinary people going about t
In November, many thought the Federal Reserve would lower interest rates. But now, that idea is not so certain. Why? Because some Fed officials, like Susan Collins from the Boston Fed, are worried about inflation. She thinks it's more important to control inflation than to focus on jobs right now.
