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President Joe Biden recently announced his 2025 budget proposal, which includes a roadmap for expanding free community college nationwide, following in the footsteps of similar programs in New York, Connecticut, and Denver. If you’re intrigued, read on to see how it could affect you. Biden’s Commitment to Education Biden has already been particularly strong on … Read more

The Senate passed a $460 billion spending package ahead of a deadline to prevent a partial government shutdown. Despite the challenges and bipartisan criticism, the package aims to fund essential departments through fiscal year 2024, but with another budget deadline approaching, negotiations are far from over. Passing the Package In a last-second move to avoid … Read more

The national average credit score has dropped for the first time since 2013 – and while it may not be a cause for national concern yet, it is an indication of growing financial stress for the average American. Average Credit Score Drops For the first time in ten years, the national average FICO credit score … Read more

Chinese investors and businesses are increasingly seeking profits abroad, driven by domestic market challenges. This outward investment trend is led by mechanisms like the Qualified Domestic Institutional Investor (QDII) program amidst regulatory challenges and a complex economic backdrop, reflecting a strategic pivot towards global diversification. Finding Profts Aborad Chinese investors and businesses are increasingly looking … Read more

The Biden administration has recently unveiled a rule aimed at capping credit card late fees, marking a substantial effort to cut down on what it terms as “junk fees.” This move is projected to save U.S. consumers approximately $10 billion annually. New Standards for Late Fees Under the new guidelines proposed by the Consumer Financial … Read more

The United States is on track to experience a significant increase in its migrant population, with projections indicating nearly 8 million migrants by the end of September, a 167% rise over five years, attributed to President Biden’s border crisis and systemic issues within an outdated and underfunded immigration system. This surge exacerbates the backlog of … Read more

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston announced a strategic shift in the city’s migrant aid plan, helping the migrants get stable and sustainable lives and work authorization, other than just finding temporary shelter. This comprehensive approach aims to integrate migrants into the community more effectively while addressing the fiscal impact and preparing for future needs. Migrant Assistance … Read more

A man in the United States has been accused of insider trading after listening in on his wife’s remote work meetings, in a case that may have negative implications for the work-from-home movement. Remote Work Insider Trading A Texas resident has pleaded guilty to insider trading charges after making $1.76 million in illegal profits by … Read more

Texas has invested millions in a program to bus migrants to cities across the United States. Launched by Governor Greg Abbott in 2022, this initiative seeks to share the burden of caring for migrants with other states. It also highlights the wider impacts of U.S. immigration policies. The Cost of Compassion The financial implications of … Read more

In Massachusetts, the financial toll of supporting migrants has become a central concern, with recent reports revealing that feeding each migrant costs taxpayers $64 a day. Eye-Watering Daily Meal Expenses The state of Massachusetts is facing a financial dilemma, with daily expenses to feed migrants reaching an astonishing $64. This breakdown includes $16 for breakfast, … Read more