Thousands of troops who were hurt in combat and medically retired from the military are forced to forfeit a portion of the benefits they earned for their service. That's because they didn't spend at least 20 years in uniform to reach retirement with full benefits, whether or not it was their choice. … [Read more...] about Veterans groups pushing for Congress to pass bill ending ‘Wounded Veterans Tax’
Chicago mayor hits back at Trump, DOJ for probe of racial bias in city hiring
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is locking horns with the Justice Department after the agency launched a racial bias probe over the mayor's comments about preferring to hire Black people for high-level positions in his administration. … [Read more...] about Chicago mayor hits back at Trump, DOJ for probe of racial bias in city hiring
Systemic, not technical, issues may explain Pakistan’s success with Chinese jets
It is no easy call to decide which nation "won" the recent conflict between India and Pakistan, but China, thanks to the apparent successes of its equipment sold to Pakistan, has earned a bonanza of bragging rights. … [Read more...] about Systemic, not technical, issues may explain Pakistan’s success with Chinese jets
Medicaid reforms and SALT deductions remain hurdles for Trump’s legislative agenda
President Trump's appeal for House Republicans to quickly pass his bill without further modifications was largely ignored by various factions within the party who continue to demand changes before floor consideration. … [Read more...] about Medicaid reforms and SALT deductions remain hurdles for Trump’s legislative agenda
Resentment of ICE, backlash against its agents and mission rise alongside Democrats’ condemnations
Democrats have ramped up their anti-ICE rhetoric, and some Americans seem to be taking their words to heart and taking matters into their own hands by threatening -- and in some cases carrying out -- their own war on the government's deportation force. … [Read more...] about Resentment of ICE, backlash against its agents and mission rise alongside Democrats’ condemnations