After 2 Hurricanes, FEMA Will Urgently Need Funding From Congress, Mayorkas Says

He said FEMA have the resources to respond to “the immediate needs of individuals” impacted by the storms but will need more funding ’very rapidly.’ Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas confirmed Thursday that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will need more funding as soon as possible following hurricanes Milton and Helene. Helene dealt widespread

Trump Promises Tax Deduction for Car Loan Interest, Incentives for Auto Industry

At a speech in Detroit, the former president unveiled new policies in his presidential campaign targeting auto manufacturing. DETROIT—Former President Donald Trump announced new tax incentives aimed at revitalizing auto manufacturing, including new credits for research and development, expanded claims of equipment costs for small businesses, and consumer tax deductions for car loan interest, as

Florida Supreme Court Sides With DeSantis in Abortion Amendment Dispute

The Florida Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Gov. Ron DeSantis and other state officials in a dispute over their advocacy against a proposed amendment to the state constitution that would limit government involvement in abortion matters. In a unanimous decision on Oct. 10, the high court rejected a petition filed by Florida resident

Health Care Companies Move for FTC Chair’s Disqualification Over Past Comments

The FTC brought a complaint against pharmacy benefit managers for allegedly artificially inflating insulin prices. Major health care companies are calling on Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan and two of her fellow commissioners to recuse themselves from a case centering on how the companies price insulin. Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) CVS Caremark, Cigna’s

Health Care Companies Move for FTC Chair’s Recusal Over Past Comments

The FTC brought a complaint against pharmacy benefit managers for allegedly artificially inflating insulin prices. Major health care companies are calling on Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chair Lina Khan and two of her fellow commissioners to recuse themselves from a case centering on how the companies price insulin. Pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) CVS Caremark, Cigna’s

Trump Vows to Restore ‘A Country That Works’ While Campaigning in Pennsylvania

The former president drew thousands of attendees to a pair of back-to-back rallies in eastern Pennsylvania, a crucial state in the 2024 presidential race. SCRANTON, Pa.—Speaking to large audiences in two working-class communities on Oct. 9, former President Donald Trump described how he would put more money back in people’s pockets if he wins reelection.

Inflation Tops Market Estimates as Food, Shelter Costs Rise in September

Core inflation unexpectedly jumps. Inflation came in slightly higher than economists’ expectations as food and shelter costs rose in September. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the annual inflation rate slowed to 2.4 percent last month, down from 2.5 percent in August. This was above the market estimate of 2.3 percent. The consumer price