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Return-to-office mandate is backfiring on a key federal agency
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the dynamics of the workplace have undergone a seismic shift. While some heralded the return to the office as a sign of normalcy, evidence suggests that for many, this transition has been far from smooth ...The Hill - Politics -
Suit: Bad Bunny's agency hit with 'death penalty'
Rimas Sports, the agency founded by recording artist Bad Bunny, is accusing the Major League Baseball Players Association of "placing a death penalty" on the agency, according to a federal lawsuit the company filed Thursday.ESPN - Sports -
Hunter Biden presses for delay in federal gun trial
Hunter Biden asked an appeals court to pause the trial, set to begin next month.ABC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
US Supreme Court rejects challenge to top consumer finance agency
Case had questioned the constitutionality of financing for the Consumer Financial Protection BureauFinancial Times - Business -
Generative AI poses threat to election security, intelligence agencies warn
A new federal bulletin warns that AI technology like "deepfake" videos could pose serious threats to the 2024 election cycle.CBS News - Politics -
FDIC Head to Quit After Scathing Report on Toxic Agency Culture
An independent investigationfound the bank regulator was rife withstalking, harassment, homophobia and other violations. Martin Grunenberg will step down after a leader oftheSenate Banking Committee called for his ouster.Inc. - Business -
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Federal Consumer Financial Watchdog Survives Supreme Court Scrutiny
Justice Clarence Thomas, writing for a 7-2 court, said that Congress has wide discretion in structuring the way federal agencies are funded.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Biden administration proposes blocking new coal mines at major federal hub
The Biden administration has moved to block new coal mines on public land in parts of Montana and Wyoming, a major U.S. coal hub. It released two proposed plans on Thursday that would prevent companies from applying for new coal mining rights on ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden proposes barring new federal coal at mining hub
Welcome to The Hill's Energy & Environment newsletter {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Biden proposes barring new federal coal at mining hub The Biden administration is moving toward barring new coal leasing on ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Federal inmate accused of stabbing Derek Chauvin can represent himself at trial
The federal inmate charged in December with stabbing former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin in an Arizona prison can represent himself in court after a judge agreed to a request to waive his right to legal representation, court documents ...NBC News - Top stories -
For decades, states have taken foster children's federal benefits. That's starting to change
States have for decades been using foster children's federal Social Security benefits to help cover the costs of state servicesABC News - Health -
Federer, Nadal summit mountain in Italy's Dolomites for Louis Vuitton campaign
The fashion brand returned its "Core Values" campaign featuring the tennis icons, with the tagline "these are journeys that turn into legends."ESPN - Sports -
Rubio predicts Trump 'won't get to sign' federal abortion ban
Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) on Sunday predicted former President Trump will not have the opportunity to sign a national abortion ban even if he is reelected and wanted to, arguing the issue will never receive enough support in Congress. When asked ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
House Democrat says cutting federal funds for Harvard 'needs to be on the table'
Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-Mass.) on Sunday said cutting federal funds for Harvard University and other schools should be an option "on the table" over their handling of campus antisemitism. Auchincloss, who is an alum of Harvard, visited the Ivy ...The Hill - Politics -
Federal judge in Texas blocks Biden rule expanding gun background checks
A federal judge in Texas on Sunday blocked a Biden administration rule that expanded the requirements for background checks when selling a firearm. Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk granted an injunction against the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Hunter Biden asks appeals court to pause federal gun trial
Hunter Biden on Monday requested that a Delaware federal court delay his trial on weapons charges, which is set to begin next month. His attorneys claim there is no urgent need to start the trial on its scheduled June 3 date, and that the current ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Bottom Line: IOM adds House appropriations staffer to defend federal funding
Foreign Affairs The United Nations’ International Organization for Migration (IOM) hired Cornerstone Government Affairs to educate members on IOM and lobby for “consistent core funding in the FY 2025 appropriations cycle,” according to a new ...The Hill - Politics -
Gene Pratter, federal judge overseeing Ozempic and Mounjaro lawsuits, dies at 75
U.S. District Judge Gene EABC News - Health -
Yonhap news agency says Seoul court has ruled in favor of the government’s plan to boost medical school admissions
Yonhap news agency says Seoul court has ruled in favor of the government’s plan to boost medical school admissionsABC News - Health -
Bad Bunny sports agency sues MLB players’ union over ‘death penalty’ ban
Bad Bunny-led firm accuses union of ‘biased' investigationSports representation firm lost MLBPA certification in AprilRimas Sports announces NL MVP Ronald Acuña Jr as clientBad Bunny’s sports representation firm sued the baseball players’ ...The Guardian - World - MLB -
Bad Bunny sports agency sues baseball players' union over ban, announces Ronald Acuña Jr. as client
Bad Bunny’s sports representation firm sued the baseball players’ association Thursday, asking for a restraining order against the union that would allow it to keep working with the company’s clientsABC News - Entertainment - MLB -
IRS whistleblowers ask judge to toss Hunter Biden lawsuit against the tax agency
IRS whistleblowers Gary Shapley and Joseph Ziegler are also asking to intervene in the case, arguing the IRS has a conflict of interest in the matter.CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Mets reportedly offered Pete Alonso a long-term extension last summer; superstar slugger nearing free agency
The Mets attempted to lock in Alonso for less than either Matt Olson or Freddie Freeman receivedCBS Sports - Sports -
Why Knicks are facing an uphill battle to keep Isaiah Hartenstein in NBA free agency
The CBA is going to make it hard for the Knicks to retain their key big man this summerCBS Sports - Sports - NBA -
Dalvin Cook is 'taking calls', says he's still 'got it all' despite not securing a deal in free agency
Cook did not see much playing time in 2023CBS Sports - Sports -
The White House says FDIC chairman to step down following report on agency's toxic workplace culture
The chairman of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation will step down from his post once a successor is appointedABC News - Top stories -
‘Technical Failure’ Caused Helicopter Crash That Killed Iran’s President, State News Agency Reports
The deaths of Iran’s president, Ebrahim Raisi, and foreign minister left the country without two of its most influential figures at a moment of regional and domestic tumult. Funeral services will be held in three cities from Tuesday through ...The New York Times - World -
2024 NFL free agency: Ravens hosting former All-Pro safety Jamal Adams on a visit, per report
Adams is one of the many talented safeties still looking for a new teamCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
2024 NFL free agency: Top safeties available before June 1 deadline, including Justin Simmons, Jamal Adams
These safeties can still help plenty of teamsCBS Sports - Sports - NFL -
David Bakhtiari free agency: Former Packers OT on schedule to return in 2024, per report
Bakhtiari appeared in just one game in 2023CBS Sports - Sports -
FIFA proposal on racism urges all 211 federations to mandate abuse as a disciplinary offense
FIFA proposal on racism urges all 211 federations to mandate abuse as a disciplinary offenseABC News - Sports -
Larry Hogan says he's 'pro-choice' and supports enshrining abortion rights in federal law
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, a Republican, is casting himself as "pro choice," a significant shift from his earlier position on abortion.NBC News - Top stories - Abortion -
Pelosi family speaks out after Paul Pelosi attacker sentenced on federal charges
The man convicted of breaking into Paul Pelosi's home and attacking him with a hammer received his federal prison sentence on Friday.ABC News - Top stories -
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell working from home after positive COVID-19 test
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has tested positive for COVID-19 and is experiencing symptomsABC News - Top stories - Federal Reserve -
UCLA to lead first federal research center focused on building heat-resilient communities
The University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) will be establishing the first federal research center focused on bolstering community resilience to local heat impacts, the institution announced Monday. The Center of Excellence for Heat Resilient ...The Hill - Politics -
Hunter Biden asks federal appeals court to postpone his June trial on gun charges
Hunter Biden is asking a federal appeals court to postpone his trial on gun charges, which is scheduled to start next month in Delaware.NBC News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
The man who attacked former House Speaker Pelosi's husband with a hammer at their home in San Francisco received a 30-year sentence in federal court.
The man who attacked former House Speaker Pelosi’s husband with a hammer at their home in San Francisco received a 30-year sentence in federal court.The Wall Street Journal - World -
FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg bowed to pressure to resign from the bank regulator after an external investigation found widespread sexual harassment at the agency and lawmakers of both parties berated his leadership.
FDIC Chairman Martin Gruenberg bowed to pressure to resign from the bank regulator after an external investigation found widespread sexual harassment at the agency and lawmakers of both parties berated his leadership.The Wall Street Journal - World