Tag: legislation
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The Meritocracy Minefield: Trump’s New Push to Redefine College Admissions
The Meritocracy Minefield: Trump’s New Push to Redefine College Admissions A sweeping executive order ignites a national debate over whether success should be measured by achievement alone, or by the journey taken to get there. Washington D.C. – President Donald Trump has once again plunged into the contentious arena of higher education admissions with a…
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From Energy Policy to California’s Power Lines: Trump DOE Alum Lands PG&E Contract
From Energy Policy to California’s Power Lines: Trump DOE Alum Lands PG&E Contract A Former Trump Administration Official Shifts to Lobbying for California’s Largest Utility Amidst Evolving Energy Landscape Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E), the embattled California utility giant, has recently enlisted the services of a seasoned veteran from the Department of Energy’s first…
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The Unfulfilled Promise: Discontent Brews Among RFK Jr. Supporters Over Vaccine Accountability Stance
The Unfulfilled Promise: Discontent Brews Among RFK Jr. Supporters Over Vaccine Accountability Stance Disappointment surfaces as Make America Healthy Again advocates find Health Secretary’s actions lacking on vaccine maker accountability. The fervent optimism that once surrounded Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s appointment as Health Secretary, particularly within the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement, appears to…
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From Trump’s Energy Hallways to California’s Power Lines: PG&E Taps Former DOE Official for Lobbying Push
From Trump’s Energy Hallways to California’s Power Lines: PG&E Taps Former DOE Official for Lobbying Push Navigating the intricate landscape of federal funding, the utility giant brings a seasoned Washington insider into its fold. Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E), the massive utility serving millions across California, has taken a significant step in bolstering its…
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The Crossroads of American Infrastructure: Navigating the DOT Appropriations Maze
The Crossroads of American Infrastructure: Navigating the DOT Appropriations Maze As Congress Grapples with Funding, the Future of Transportation Hangs in the Balance The gears of Capitol Hill are grinding, and the crucial machinery of federal transportation funding is once again at the center of the debate. With the House Appropriations Committee having cleared its…
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The Unseen Hand Shaping America: How Redistricting’s Echoes Resonate Beyond the Ballot Box
The Unseen Hand Shaping America: How Redistricting’s Echoes Resonate Beyond the Ballot Box As federal law enforcement braces for D.C. streets, the quiet machinations of redistricting continue to redraw the nation’s political landscape, with profound implications for governance and representation. In a week where the nation’s attention is momentarily captured by the White House’s announcement…
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The Capitol Hill Tug-of-War Over America’s Infrastructure Blueprint
The Capitol Hill Tug-of-War Over America’s Infrastructure Blueprint As Senate gears up for its DOT spending bill, the nation watches for signals on the future of transport and housing investment. The intricate dance of federal appropriations is in full swing on Capitol Hill, and this week, the spotlight shines brightly on the Department of Transportation…
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The Transatlantic Free Speech Squabble: America Cries Foul, Britain Points Back
The Transatlantic Free Speech Squabble: America Cries Foul, Britain Points Back As U.S. conservatives decry British enforcement of hate speech laws, many in the U.K. question the pot calling the kettle black. In the often-contentious arena of international relations, a peculiar debate has emerged, pitting the United States against its closest ally, the United Kingdom,…