Former President Donald Trump suggested this week that he wants to repeal the income tax on Social Security benefits. “SENIORS SHOULD NOT PAY TAX ON SOCIAL SECURITY!” he posted on his social media site, Truth Social. While the all-caps proposal may have political appeal, fiscal experts have been nearly unanimous in their criticism of the … Read more
On Thursday, the election process took a significant turn as Democratic delegates in Georgia and across the U.S. began casting their votes to nominate Vice President Kamala Harris for President. This shift follows President Joe Biden’s decision to step aside, allowing Harris to emerge as the Democratic frontrunner. At the Georgia State Capitol, Channel 2’s … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — Even after his recent felony conviction, Donald Trump is still barred from discussing his hush money case openly. On Thursday, a New York appeals court upheld the gag order that restricts him from speaking about various aspects of his case, ensuring the order remains in effect for now. The state’s mid-level … Read more
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan is investigating Loren Merchan, the daughter of Judge Juan Merchan. Judge Merchan presided over former President Trump’s criminal trial, where Trump was found guilty on all counts of falsifying business records. Trump has asked Judge Merchan to overturn this verdict. According to the source, before the trial began, Trump’s … Read more
The New York State Police are now accepting applications for the Trooper Entrance Examination. Governor Kathy Hochul announced that testing for candidates will begin on August 15, 2024. This move comes from a $66 million investment by Governor Hochul to fund additional State Police academy classes, aiming to increase the number of New York State … Read more
Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams revealed that over 1,000 illegal cannabis shops have been shut down across New York State. This significant move follows the recent law signed by Hochul, which expanded enforcement powers against unlicensed cannabis businesses. Key Points: According to the source, Hochul expressed pride in the achievements, noting that the … Read more
In just under two weeks since Kamala Harris became the presumed Democratic nominee for the 2024 presidential race, she has managed to raise a staggering $200 million and attract over 170,000 volunteers. This swift surge in support has energized New York Democrats, who are enthusiastic about her campaign. Assembly Member Alex Bores (D-Assembly District 73) … Read more
In a significant move to aid storm-affected regions, Governor Kathy Hochul has unveiled a substantial $11 million funding package to support homeowners and municipalities hit hard by recent severe weather. The emergency relief is aimed at communities in seven counties that faced extensive damage due to tornadoes, thunderstorms, and flooding between July 10 and July … Read more
Former President Donald Trump’s planned address to the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) in Chicago this Wednesday has ignited significant backlash within the journalism community. NABJ co-chair and Washington Post columnist Karen Attiah announced her resignation from the convention following the announcement. In a post on X, Attiah expressed her decision was influenced by … Read more
Vice President Kamala Harris is considering her choice for a running mate. Among the potential candidates, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is emerging as a leading contender. This decision could significantly alter the 2024 presidential race. With former President Donald Trump having chosen Ohio Senator JD Vance as his vice-presidential pick, Republicans were optimistic. They believed … Read more