7 Highlights: Britt and Tuberville pay tribute to Kirk; those celebrating worry about jobs; undocumented workers arrested at poultry plant; and more…
7. The University of Alabama fraternity organized a memorial for Charlie Kirk. Members lit candles and shared their thoughts on conservative ideals as silence was observed during an NFL game involving the former Washington Redskins and the Green Bay Packers. 6. The U.S. Department of Education has redirected grant funds previously allocated to ethnic minority […]
Jobs Report Indicates Economy is Transitioning Well
Recent Employment Trends Among Native and Foreign-Born Workers The latest report from the Labor Bureau indicates that native-born workers are quickly gaining jobs, while those born abroad have seen job losses amid a stagnant employment market over the last three months. This situation raises some concerns, or perhaps “worries,” particularly if it pushes Jay Powell […]
Recent jobs report indicates the lowest job growth for August since 2010
Rhode Island union workers protested against the Trump administration’s decision to halt an offshore wind farm project back in August. The latest employment report reveals the lowest job gains since August 2010. In August, the U.S. added only 22,000 jobs, a stark contrast to the earlier report from June that saw revisions indicating a loss […]
Trump and Kari Lake Plan to Eliminate 500 Jobs at Voice of America
Voice of America Job Cuts Announced The Trump administration has decided to cut 532 positions at Voice of America (VOA) and its parent agency, according to a recent announcement from the agency’s CEO. This decision comes on the heels of a ruling by U.S. District Judge Lois Lamberth, which blocked the firing of VOA director […]
Loftis Steel & Aluminum is set to establish a modern facility creating 20 jobs in Decatur.
Loftis Steel & Aluminum Expands to Decatur, Alabama Loftis Steel & Aluminum, a family-owned steel manufacturer from Nashville, Tennessee, is making strides with a new high-tech facility in Decatur, investing $6.5 million. This expansion is expected to create 20 jobs in Limestone County, bolstering Alabama’s reputation in advanced manufacturing. Specializing in custom metal components for […]
Kristi Noem Reports a Remarkable Amount of Applications for ICE Jobs in Just Two Weeks
DHS Secretary Discusses Surge in ICE Applications On Wednesday, Homeland Security Secretary Christy Noem shared on Fox News’ “Hannity” that around 110,000 individuals applied for positions at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) within just two weeks. In a prior Fox interview on August 6th, Noem had mentioned that ICE was lifting the age limit […]
CFM is set to invest $7 million in a facility in Heflin, which will create jobs and stimulate growth in Cleburne County.
Contour Manufacturing and Mechanical (CFM), which specializes in mechanical maintenance and reel renovation, has opened a new facility in Cleburne County. This marks a significant development in Alabama’s rural industrial scene. This initiative involves a $7 million investment and is anticipated to create 20 to 30 jobs, significantly benefitting the local economy and enhancing service […]
Jobs Report Confirms Trump’s View on ‘Too-Late’ Powell
Job Market Challenges and Economic Concerns This Friday’s job report, along with surprising downward revisions from recent employment figures, indicates that the Federal Reserve may have kept interest rates too high for too long. I mean, it almost seems to validate President Trump’s criticism of Jerome Powell, suggesting that he’s, well, somewhat too late in […]
Senator Tuberville is working to protect 5,000 cabinet jobs in Alabama – 250,000 across the country.
Senator Tuberville Highlights Unfair Trade Impacting Alabama Recently, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville expressed serious concerns regarding unfair trade practices that are significantly affecting thousands of residents in Alabama. He stated, “This is a war. Like other domestic industries, China is weakening our cabinet business and essentially cutting our throats.” Senator Tuberville, who champions manufacturing employment […]
Bakery company plans to create 400 jobs in Fayette County within five years
Vibrant Health Products, a subsidiary specializing in baked goods from Canada, is set to invest $48.5 million in its inaugural U.S. manufacturing facility located in Fayette County, aiming to create 394 jobs over the next five years, as announced on Friday. Rossville, a small town of around 1,200 residents straddling the southwest border of Fayette […]