Miami Beach implements strict restrictions, including armed law enforcement, alcohol bans, and curfews, to curb the mayhem of spring break weekends marred by violence. While some residents and business owners express concerns about the impact on tourism and businesses, others are exploring alternative entertainment options, such as hosting a music festival with big-name stars, to attract visitors and ensure a safer and more lucrative spring break experience.
The Trump Organization denounced a New York Supreme Court ruling ordering Trump, his sons, and former CFO Allen Weisselberg to pay a total cash penalty of $364 million for manipulating asset values, with interest potentially adding another $100 million. The judgment also bars Trump and his sons from running businesses in New York for several years. Experts believe this case is extreme and unlikely to impact other businesses, as it stemmed from a unique refusal to admit errors. The investigation into the Trump Organization was sparked by a 2019 congressional hearing exchange and a promise by New York Attorney General Letitia James to investigate Trump's business dealings.
Sacramento County's district attorney, sheriff's office, Sacramento police, and business community representatives held a press conference outside a Walmart on Florin Road to address organized retail theft in the county, emphasizing coordination efforts to combat the issue. The story is still developing, and updates can be found on KCRA 3.
President Biden's nominee for Labor Department secretary, Julie Su, may not have enough support to be confirmed due to concerns raised by Sen. Joe Manchin III and opposition from the business community. If one more Democrat votes against her, or even misses the vote, her nomination will fail. Su, who is currently the Labor Department's deputy secretary, has been praised by unions and the Democratic Party establishment for her advocacy for immigrants and low-wage workers. Her confirmation hearing is scheduled for April 20.
