Alabama’s final BEAD broadband proposal sent to the federal government by ADECA for approval
On Tuesday afternoon, the Alabama Department of Economic Community Affairs submitted proposals for the final Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program to the National Communications Information Management (NTIA), following a public comment period. If approved, this project will ensure that all locations in Alabama that qualify for BEAD get high-speed internet, which allows service […]
Coconino County officials talk about federal shutdown during Tuesday’s meeting
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Government shutdown in US Senate continues as many federal employees are laid off
Government Shutdown Continues Amidst Stalemate in Senate WASHINGTON – A deadlock persists between Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. Senate as the government remains shuttered. The first day of this government shutdown saw hundreds of thousands of federal employees without a clear resolution in sight. Attempts to fund and reopen the government failed once again […]
Approximately 750,000 federal employees are expected to be temporarily laid off during the shutdown, according to nonpartisan CBO estimates.
WASHINGTON – Government shutdowns might trigger substantial economic ramifications. However, a recent analysis from the Nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO) suggests that gauging the impact is tricky without knowing the duration of any funding lapse or how the Trump administration plans to adjust the federal workforce. In a letter, Director Philip L. Swagel indicated that […]
Approaching midnight federal shutdown as US Senate cannot reach an agreement on spending bills
Government Funding Stalemate in U.S. Senate WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate hit a roadblock again on Tuesday as both parties couldn’t move forward with two short-term government funding bills, marking the second time this month that negotiations stalled. A Republican-sponsored bill aimed at keeping the government running for a month passed with a 55-45 vote, […]
Federal government files lawsuit against Los Angeles County sheriff regarding concealed carry gun permits
DOJ Files Lawsuits Against Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office The U.S. Department of Justice has taken legal action against the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Robert Luna, claiming violations of the Second Amendment rights by excessively delaying decisions on thousands of concealed carry permit applications. This delay is described as a period of […]
Hundreds of thousands of federal workers may be put on leave due to Trump’s shutdown proposals.
WASHINGTON – Over the weekend, the Trump administration released plans detailing how a significant number of federal employees will be affected during an impending government shutdown, with many workers expected to continue their duties without pay. This update presents a clearer view of how President Donald Trump, along with White House budget director Russ, intends […]
Union Leaders for Federal Workers Express Willingness to Endure Significant Struggles to Oppose Trump During Shutdown
Federal Unions Brace for Government Shutdown A coalition of federal unions is preparing to support a government shutdown, despite the significant risks—including potential unemployment—for their members due to the depletion of funds. On Monday, the Federation Army Network (Fun) along with 35 other national, state, and local unions sent a letter to key Democratic leaders. […]
As federal agents arrive in Memphis, community advocates get ready to take action
Protesters marched through downtown Memphis on Saturday, voicing their concerns regarding the city’s National Guard deployment. Residents of Memphis are eager to see an increase in federal and state law enforcement presence in response to President Donald Trump’s directive for “a massive saturation of law enforcement officials” in certain neighborhoods. This week, over a dozen […]
Ex-FBI Director Comey charged with 2 federal offenses after Trump pushed for action
Former FBI director James Comey faces two federal charges as of Thursday. This follows President Donald Trump’s public call for Attorney General Pam Bondi to prosecute Comey, who has been a vocal critic and led an investigation related to Trump’s first electoral victory. In the federal court in Alexandria, Virginia, Comey was indicted for making […]