Tag: US News

Taxpayers in Red States Get Better ‘Return on Investment’ for Their Tax Dollars

U.S. taxpayers in so-called red states tend to get a better return on investment for their tax dollars, compared to high-tax blue states, according to a study for the 2023 tax season. WalletHub, a credit score site, released a report on March 21 titled, “2023’s States with the Best and Worst Taxpayer ROI,” which showed a clear…


LIVE NOW: Treasury Secretary Yellen Testifies to Senate Appropriation Subcommittee

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen testifies at a hearing held by the Senate Appropriation Committee’s Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee at 2:30 p.m. ET on March 22. …


Senate Committee on Banking to Hold Hearings on SVB Collapse: ‘Hold Those Responsible Accountable’

The Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs said it would hold hearings next week on the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and Signature Bank earlier this month. Senate Banking Committee chairman Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) announced on March 21 the first of several hearings on the latest banking crisis and promised to hold those responsible…


Texas Lawmaker Calls for Probe of School Trustees in Strategy to ‘Silence’ Parents on Transgender Policy

A Texas lawmaker has called for an investigation of North Texas school board members who reportedly held an “illicit” meeting strategizing how to delay board action and silence parents regarding transgender policy. Republican State Rep. Matt Shaheen of Collin County sent a letter to the Texas Education Agency (TEA) on March 13, requesting them to…


LIVE 2:45 PM ET: Senate Judiciary Subcommittee Holds Hearing on ‘The Need to Bolster the US Refugee Admissions Program’

The Senate Judiciary Immigration, Citizenship, and Border Safety Subcommittee holds a hearing on “Living Up to America’s Promise: The Need to Bolster the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program” at 2:30 p.m. ET on March 22. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Executive Director of Migration and Refugee Services William Canny; Refugee Congress Board of Directors Vice-Chair…


LIVE NOW: Sen. Rick Scott, Rep. Scott Perry Lead Press Conference on Debt Ceiling and Spending Reforms

Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) and House Freedom Caucus Chairman Scott Perry (R-Pa.), joined by Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) and Reps. Chip Roy (R-Texas), Dan Bishop (R-N.C.), Bob Good (R-Va.), Byron Donalds (R-Fla.), Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.), Michael Cloud (R-Texas), and Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) of the House Freedom Caucus, host a joint press conference at 2:30 p.m….


LIVE 2:15 PM ET: Federal Reserve Chair Powell Holds News Conference After US Fed Policy Decision

U.S. Fed Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell holds a news conference after the release of a Federal Reserve policy decision at 2:15 p.m. ET on March 22. …


Oregon Lawmakers Propose Monthly Payments of $1,000 to Homeless People

The Oregon Legislative Assembly is considering a bill to provide a universal basic income for the homeless community. The legislation, SB603, would provide 12 monthly payments of $1,000 to people who are experiencing homelessness or are at risk of homelessness. “Payments may be used for rent, emergency expenses, food, child care, or other goods or…


LIVE NOW: Senate Holds Weekly Press Conference (March 22)

The U.S. Senate holds a weekly press conference at 2 p.m. ET on March 22. …


LIVE 2 PM ET: Senate Holds Weekly Press Conference (March 22)

The U.S. Senate holds a weekly press conference at 2 p.m. ET on March 22. …