Schumer reveals ‘bipartisan’ plans to reverse DOGE cuts as lawmakers work through funding push
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to restore Department of Government Efficiency cuts to HUD and other programs through bipartisan budget support
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Trump Admin Pauses Tax Refund Seizures, Wage Garnishments for Defaulted Student Loans
The Department of Education in Washington on April 28, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times The U.S. Department of Education will suspend, for now, tax refund seizures and wage garnishments for people in default on their federal student loans. The suspensions took effect on Jan. 16 and do not yet have a specific end date. We
Democrat-Controlled Virginia Assembly Passes Redistricting Amendment
All of Virginia’s Democratic state senators voted in favor of the redistricting amendment while all Republicans voted against. The same was true in the House of Delegates. Above, the Virginia General Assembly. Zach Gibson/Getty Images The Virginia General Assembly on Jan. 16 passed an amendment to the state Constitution that would allow legislators to redraw
Virginia Assembly Passes Redistricting Amendment
The state and U.S. flags fly over the Virginia State Capitol in Richmond on Jan. 10, 2024. Steve Helber/AP Photo The Virginia General Assembly on Jan. 16 passed an amendment to the state Constitution that would allow legislators to redraw district maps for congressional elections. The state Senate passed the amendment by a vote of
Mamdani announces $2.1M settlement with major landlord as tenants describe ‘nightmare’ conditions
New York City reached a $2.1 million settlement with A&E Real Estate over 14 buildings, forcing repairs of 4,000-plus violations and ending alleged tenant harassment practices.
Noem declares America’s border ‘most secure’ in nation’s history under Trump administration
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem declares America's border the 'most secure' in history as Trump administration helps achieve eighth straight month of zero parole releases.
DOJ Seeks Life Sentence for Trump’s Would-Be Assassin
Ryan Routh was arrested on suspicion of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Sept. 15, 2024. Martin County Sheriff’s Office via CNN The U.S. Department of Justice is requesting a life sentence for a man found guilty of attempting to kill President Donald Trump, according to newly filed