POLITICAL ETHICS

Jun 09 2026POLITICS

What Chicago’s Ethics Rules Really Mean When Big Money Talks

Chicago’s mayor has a rule: no campaign money from companies that do city work. But over the years, money still slips through. This time, an IT firm called EKI-Digital—already under fire for possible overbilling—sent a $250 donation to the mayor’s campaign. The timing is awkward. Just last year, the

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

Politicians and Crypto: A Question of Trust

Senator Elizabeth Warren has raised eyebrows by highlighting former Representative Carolyn Maloney's new job in the crypto world. Maloney recently joined the Coalition for Prediction Markets, a group that includes big names like Kalshi, Crypto. com, and Robinhood. The coalition's main goal is to pus

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Apr 10 2025FINANCE

Trump's Stock Market Tweets: A Double-Edged Sword

The stock market can be a rollercoaster. It can go up and down in a blink of an eye. It is a place where fortunes can be made and lost in a heartbeat. So, when a powerful figure like Trump gives advice on investing, people listen. But is it wise to follow his lead? Let's break it down. On a Wed

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