Everyone, Everyday: Talking About What Matters
President Joe Biden recently went on a Trump-fuelled rant during one of his speeches, calling the former President a “wannabe authoritarian” and declaring that America’s democracy was on the line. Biden’s Stern Warning on Democracy’s Future In an impassioned speech at Montgomery County Community College, President Joe Biden delivered a resolute critique of his likely … Read more
Experts on finance and the economy have recently described China’s and the U.S.’s economies as “on steroids,” but for two very different reasons. Here’s the full story. Chinese Real Estate Woes Renowned investor Kyle Bass belittled China’s economy due to its alleged overreliance on real estate to the U.S. financial crisis. China’s Perceived “Broken” Structure … Read more
A compromise bill that would ensure the continued support for Ukraine and stricter policies regarding the Southern border has been deemed virtually unpassable by Mitch McConnell, despite Biden’s unwavering support. Partisan Divide Sinks $118 Billion Border Security Bill A proposed $118 billion bipartisan Senate bill aimed at bolstering border security and providing foreign aid now … Read more
In an ambitious move to address wealth inequality and fund social programs, state legislators across the U.S. are proposing new taxes aimed at increasing the burden of the wealthiest individuals. Federal Inefficiencies This initiative, sparked by what many see as inefficiencies in the federal tax system, seeks to make multimillionaires and billionaires contribute more significantly … Read more
Arizona is considering adding a compulsory semester of financial education in public schools, but some state representatives are skeptical of the new proposal. New Education Bill Proposed A new bill, Senate Bill 1058, was passed by the Senate Education Committee on Wednesday. It was voted in by 6-1, but if it makes it to the … Read more
The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed a landmark tax package, delivering a significant policy shift aimed at supporting American families and businesses. A $78 Billion Package The Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act of 2024, valued at $78 billion, will provide extensive support through expanded child tax credits and revived business tax … Read more
Nevada narrowly avoided a huge walkout from hospitality employees ahead of a Super Bowl weekend that would see hundreds of thousands of tourists flood the Las Vegas strip. Biden used the deal to fulfill his promise to become the “most pro-union President.” Deadline Looms for Agreement Hospitality workers and their employers had until early Monday … Read more
President Joe Biden has recently attributed much of the recent economic success to the American people as well as his policies, saying, “It’s because of you,” before reading his favorite headlines about his success. Economic Triumphs President Joe Biden lauded the nation’s economic growth during a recent address in Superior, Wisconsin. Unexpected GDP Increase During … Read more
As Donald Trump inches ever closer to the White House, some in the business world are increasingly nervous about what that might mean for them. Here’s the full story. Don’t Look Up Donald Trump’s path to the White House, though not certain, is something we all must begin to grapple with. It seems that nothing … Read more
U.S. courts have announced that $108 million in cash and $25 million worth of oil has been seized from a global network of Iranian oil smugglers. U.S. Justice Department Launches Legal Cases The U.S. Justice Department initiated a potential indictment on three separate counts targeting Iran’s oil trade, revealing a network established by Iran in … Read more