Gary Palmer: Major tax cuts for those earning under $100,000 a year
US Rep. Gary Palmer Discusses Benefits of Recent Legislation US Representative Gary Palmer has clarified the advantages of the significant legislation passed by Congress earlier this year. This settlement package allocates $4.5 trillion in tax cuts from the Trump administration, which are set to expire soon. It waives income tax on tips, overtime wages, and […]
Cuts to HIV/AIDS funding by the Trump administration result in loss of $2M Meharry grant
NASHVILLE – Meharry Medical College has faced a significant setback, losing $2 million in grants intended for HIV research. This loss follows the Trump administration’s decision, which allowed the National Institutes of Health to cut hundreds of millions in funding linked to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Meharry, known as one of the oldest […]
As Trump cuts back on greenhouse gas reporting, California enforces its own regulations
Trump Administration Moves to End Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program For nearly two decades, thousands of industrial plants across the U.S. and California were required to monitor and report their greenhouse gas emissions. This month, however, the Trump administration has decided to terminate this program indefinitely. The initiative, which received bipartisan backing during George W. Bush’s […]
In a county that supported Trump, Medicaid recipients have mixed feelings about the cuts.
Medicaid Debate in Arizona County In Gila County, Arizona, which overwhelmingly supported Donald Trump in the last election, many residents heavily depend on Medicaid. There’s a strong sentiment against losing this crucial support, and some believe that cuts to the program are unjustified. Grove, Arizona—a historic copper mining town located about 90 miles northeast of […]
Alabama begins tax cuts on groceries and family necessities today as Republican lawmakers calculate $1.5 billion in tax savings.
Major Sales Tax Changes in Alabama Starting today, Alabama shoppers will notice two significant adjustments in sales tax at the register. The sales tax on groceries will decrease from 3% to 2%, while a new three-year exemption will eliminate the 4% state sales tax on baby, birth, and menstrual products. For groceries, the 2% tax […]
Hegseth Cuts Off Chinese Access to Pentagon Servers and Initiates Microsoft Investigation
Pentagon Cuts Access to Cloud Data for Chinese Contractors Defense Secretary Pete Hegses announced on Wednesday that access to Pentagon Cloud data systems—managed through Microsoft—has been restricted for Chinese contractors. He emphasized a comprehensive investigation will follow this decision. “The use of these systems by Chinese citizens? That’s over,” Hegses stated in a video addressing […]
Alabama Arise marks the implementation of grocery tax cuts
Sales Tax Cut on Food in Alabama As of September 1st, House Bill 386 is now in effect, reducing Alabama’s sales tax on food from 3% to 2%. This new law also gives counties and local governments the option to lower local grocery taxes. State Assemblyman Danny Garrett, a Republican from Trussville, introduced the bill, […]
Alabama deals with a $35 million SNAP budget shortfall as lawmakers look at potential cuts.
This year’s federal budget has made a significant change regarding SNAP, reducing the federal government’s contribution to administrative costs from 50% to 25% starting in the latter half of 2026. According to recent figures from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, over 735,000 people in Alabama rely on SNAP, with benefits averaging less than $200 per […]
Stock Market Rises Following Jerome Powell’s Hint at Possible Rate Cuts
Stock Markets Rally After Powell’s Remarks On Friday, stock markets experienced a significant surge following comments from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, who hinted at the possibility of rate cuts from the central bank. During his address at the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, Powell noted that central banks might need to quickly adjust their target […]
JD Vance Criticizes Jon Ossoff for Opposing Trump’s Tax Cuts
Vance Critiques Ossoff During Georgia Visit Vice President JD Vance criticized Georgia Senator John Ossoff, labeling him a distant liberal while promoting a tax cut for former President Donald Trump during a visit to the state on Thursday. Vance slammed Ossoff for his progressive voting history and strong opposition to a significant legislative proposal. As […]