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Watchdog Group ‘Fix the Court’ Under Fire for Paying Director 96% of Its Revenue

The nonprofit Fix the Court, an organization advocating for Supreme Court reforms under the banner of “ethics” and “transparency,” is facing backlash for questionable financial practices. Fiscal 2023 financial disclosures reveal the group paid its director, Gabe Roth, a salary amounting to 96% of its annual revenue.

Clock Ticks Down as Congress Struggles to Avoid Government Shutdown

With a federal shutdown looming on Friday, congressional leaders are in a race against time to pass a continuing resolution (CR) to keep the government running. Key sticking points include farm aid and disaster assistance, with bipartisan negotiations at a standstill.

Trump Looks to Privatize USPS

President-elect Donald Trump is looking to privatize the U.S. Postal Service, according to a report from The Washington Post. Sources familiar with the development told the publication that Trump discussed the matter with Commerce Secretary pick Howard Lutnick.

Democrat Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson Eliminates Plans For Property Tax Increase in The City

Mayor Brandon Johnson’s revised 2025 Chicago budget proposal, the fourth draft, has eliminated plans for a property tax increase and unpaid furlough days for city employees, following resistance from the Chicago City Council.

Los Angeles Approves $30 an-Hour Wage for Hotel, Airport Workers

The Los Angeles City Council voted to pass a $30 minimum wage for hotel and airport employees.

SoftBank Investing $100 Billion in U.S.

President-elect Donald Trump and SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son announced that SoftBank is investing $100 billion in the United States.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Joins Growing List of Tech Leaders Visiting Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Apple CEO Tim Cook has joined the growing list of tech leaders visiting President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, signaling a strategic effort by Silicon Valley executives to build ties with the incoming administration.

California Approves $1.4 Billion Plan for More EV Charging Stations

The California Energy Commission approved a $1.4 billion plan to create more chargers for electric vehicles (EVs). The policy would result in an estimated 17,000 new chargers.

Biden Admin Auctions Off Border Supplies

The Biden administration is auctioning off unused materials for the border wall, according to a report from The Daily Wire.

Don Lemon Melts Down Over Trump Being Named Time’s 2024 ‘Person of the Year’

Former CNN host Don Lemon couldn’t hide his disbelief Thursday after Time Magazine named President-elect Donald Trump as its 2024 “Person of the Year.” This marks the second time Trump has received the honor, with the first occurring after his 2016 victory over Hillary Clinton.

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