On Thursday, a federal appeals court gave the green light for the Trump administration to proceed with a specific component of a recently passed tax and spending bill. This particular development could potentially restrict Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood and its members. Reports from the First U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, located in Boston, indicate that they have … [Read more...] about Court Ruling Strips Planned Parenthood of Medicaid Funds, Threatening Care for Thousands
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DHS Confirms Investigation Into Former Boston Lawmaker Sentenced for Corruption
The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed it is reviewing the status of a former Boston councilor, who was recently sentenced in a corruption case. This development follows earlier reports that Tania Fernandes Anderson, a Cape Verde-born Boston Councilor, pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a corruption scheme. Anderson, who was elected in 2021, had previously … [Read more...] about DHS Confirms Investigation Into Former Boston Lawmaker Sentenced for Corruption
Adams Refuses to Quit, Calls Out Cuomo and Mamdani in Fiery Rebuke
Mayor Eric Adams of New York City, today, quashed circulating conjecture that he might abandon his run for reelection. In the midst of a contentious race, Adams positions himself as the sole candidate capable of defeating Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani. Adams, a Democrat running as an independent, has also leveled criticism against former Governor Andrew Cuomo. He … [Read more...] about Adams Refuses to Quit, Calls Out Cuomo and Mamdani in Fiery Rebuke
DOT to Take Back Control of Washington’s Iconic Union Station, Duffy Announces
The Department of Transportation is set to resume management of Washington, D.C.'s transit hub, Union Station. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy proclaimed this move as a measure to 'help make this city safe and beautiful. ' The announcement was made in conjunction with the unveiling of new Acela trainsets. The move comes amidst an anti-crime crackdown initiated by the … [Read more...] about DOT to Take Back Control of Washington’s Iconic Union Station, Duffy Announces
FEMA Suspends Staff After Letter Criticizing Trump-Era Changes
The Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, has suspended over 20 employees following their signatures on an open letter criticizing changes made to the agency under the Trump administration. This letter, referred to as the "Katrina Declaration," argued that the administration's policies have potentially undone years of progress following the post-Hurricane Katrina … [Read more...] about FEMA Suspends Staff After Letter Criticizing Trump-Era Changes
