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Trump's Defense Industry Crackdown Sparks Legal and Political Tensions
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Criticizes Minnesota's Fraud Crisis and Leadership
Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent announced initiatives to combat government benefits fraud in Minnesota, targeting complex fraud rings that have stolen billions of dollars meant for social programs, through investigations, enhanced reporting, and law enforcement training.
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Idaho AG's Office Shortens Parental Leave to Two Weeks
Originally Published 4 days ago — by Idaho Capital Sun
The Idaho Attorney General's Office will reduce paid parental leave from eight weeks to two weeks starting July 1, citing budget concerns, setting it apart from other state agencies that follow the governor's eight-week policy, with staff able to use accrued sick leave or unpaid FMLA leave for additional time.
Washington’s Climate Benefits Overstated by Nearly 3,000% in Official Reports
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Washington Policy Center
A Washington state report claiming significant CO2 reductions from $1.5 billion in climate investments is largely inaccurate, with about 86% of the claimed reductions likely false due to data errors and overly optimistic estimates, raising concerns about the credibility of the state's climate spending and reporting.
Mayor Mamdani Launches Crackdown on Junk Fees and Consumer Protections
Originally Published 6 days ago — by NYC.gov
New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani issued Executive Order 09 to combat hidden junk fees by establishing a Citywide Junk Fee Task Force, which will coordinate efforts across city agencies to promote transparency, enforce compliance, and propose legislation to protect consumers from deceptive pricing practices.
HHS Closes Loopholes in Child Care Funding Verification
Originally Published 6 days ago — by U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) (.gov)
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is reversing Biden-era rules that allowed states to pay child care providers in advance based on enrollment, instead restoring attendance-based billing and parental voucher flexibility to prevent fraud and ensure funds are used appropriately for supporting working families.
Mamdani's Rise in NYC Sparks Political and Public Reactions
Originally Published 8 days ago — by NYC.gov
New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani issued Executive Order 07 to establish the Office of Mass Engagement, consolidating various civic and community engagement entities under a single leadership to improve public participation, streamline feedback processes, and foster stronger relationships between residents and government, with a focus on inclusive outreach and community collaboration.
New York Mayor Appoints Ali Najmi to Judicial Advisory Committee
Originally Published 8 days ago — by NYC.gov
The order establishes the Mayor’s Advisory Committee on the Judiciary in New York City to ensure merit-based, transparent, and ethical judicial appointments, with a focus on diversity, public engagement, and confidentiality, replacing a previous order from 2022.
Software glitch prompts 325,000 Californians to replace Real IDs
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The New York Times
Approximately 325,000 Californians must replace their Real IDs due to a software error that incorrectly extended the validity of some cards issued to legal immigrants, potentially allowing them to remain valid beyond their legal stay. The DMV is notifying affected individuals and waiving fees for replacements, but the implications for those who do not update their IDs remain unclear.
Trump Blocks HieFo's Acquisition of Emcore Over Security Concerns
Originally Published 9 days ago — by The White House (.gov)
The U.S. President has ordered that Hiefo Corporation, controlled by a Chinese citizen, divest its interests in certain assets of Emcore Corporation due to national security concerns, prohibiting the transaction and requiring divestment within 180 days, with strict oversight and compliance measures enforced by CFIUS.
Minnesota Day Care Fraud and Political Fallout
Originally Published 9 days ago — by Axios
The Department of Homeland Security is increasing worksite enforcement efforts in Minnesota amid fraud allegations at government-funded child care centers, with ICE's investigative arm conducting visits and audits to combat alleged widespread fraud, following public and political scrutiny.
DHS Cuts FEMA Disaster Response Staff Amid 2026 Preparations
Originally Published 9 days ago — by CNN
The Trump administration is significantly reducing FEMA's disaster response staff, particularly targeting the CORE teams, as part of a broader effort to downsize the agency and shift disaster management responsibilities to states, raising concerns about preparedness and federal support during emergencies.