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Social Security Fairness Act brings retirement changes for nearly 3 million public pensioners
President Joe Biden on Sunday signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law, clearing the way for nearly 3 million public workers including teachers, firefighters and police to see an increase ...NBC News - 54m -
These government workers will benefit after Biden signs new Social Security law
President Joe Biden signed a bill on Sunday that will repeal two laws previously preventing many public employees from receiving Social Security benefits.MarketWatch - 2h -
Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act into law
President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law Sunday, marking what is expected to be one of the last major pieces of legislation of his presidency.ABC News - 6h -
Biden: Don’t forget Jan. 6 attack — but let’s get back to a peaceful transition
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Biden signs bill to increase Social Security benefits for millions of public workers
The Social Security Fairness Act repeals two provisions that reduced Social Security benefits for some public workers who also receive pensions.CNBC - 9h -
Millions to See Higher Social Security Payments from Biden Bill
This bill will affect 3 million people’s Social Security benefits.Inc. - 22h -
Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act
President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act, which will increase the benefits of Social Security for millions of public workers.NBC News - 23h -
Here are big changes retirees can expect from Social Security and Medicare in 2025
Millions of beneficiaries can expect enhanced Social Security benefits and new limits to Medicare prescription drug costs in 2025.CNBC - 2d -
Biden's National-Security Aides Wanted to Keep Steel Deal Alive
The president went against top national-security aides when deciding to tank a Japanese takeover of U.S. Steel and instead align with domestic advisers, bolstering his pro-union legacy.The Wall Street Journal - 2d -
Social Security Fairness Act brings retirement changes for nearly 3 million public pensioners. Here's what that means for retirees
Two provisions have been eliminated that reduced Social Security benefits for public workers who receive pensions. Here's what that means for retirees.CNBC - 2h -
Biden signs Social Security bill that enhances benefits for millions
New law means police officers, teachers and others with public pensions will now collect their full Social Security benefits.CBS News - 18h -
Biden signs bill to boost social security payments for millions of public workers
President says Social Security Fairness Act will benefit ‘Americans who have worked hard all their lives’. Joe Biden has signed into law a measure that boosts social security payments for current ...The Guardian - 22h -
Biden signs Social Security bill, says American retirees deserve 'economic security and dignity'
President Biden on Sunday signed a Social Security bill repealing two statutes that have diminished payouts to public sector workers including firefighters and teachers for years. “The bill I’m ...The Hill - 22h -
Biden signs bill boosting Social Security payments for millions
President Joe Biden is set to sign into law a measure that boosts Social Security payments for current and former public employeesABC News - 1d -
Terror act shatters the New Year in New Orleans
Just hours into the first day of 2025, a 42-year-old Texas man purposely drove a rented pickup through a dense crowd of revelers on New Orleans' Bourbon Street, then opened fire on police officers. ...CBS News - 1d -
Lionel Messi, Magic Johnson among 19 set to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom from President Joe Biden
The award is the highest honor that a civilian can receive from the United StatesCBS Sports - 2d -
Here are big changes retirees can expect from Social Security and Medicare in 2025
Retirees can expect to see some big changes in 2025 when it comes to their Social Security and Medicare benefits.NBC News - 2d -
What’s going to happen with Social Security and Medicare in 2025?
What retirees should know about these important benefits heading into the new year.MarketWatch - 2d -
Biden is trying to weaponize the Clean Air Act on his way out of the White House
President Biden’s Department of Justice filed an unusual brief in Sunoco v. Honolulu.The Hill - 2d -
My ex is sick but won’t retire to spite me out of benefits. He took our marriage and divorce papers, but can I get his Social Security benefits?
“I was married to my former husband for 11 years.”MarketWatch - 2d -
Biden blocks U.S. Steel takeover by Japan's Nippon Steel, citing national security
U.S. Steel's stock opened down more than 7% in trading Friday following the president's announcement.CNBC - 3d -
Thune says Trump's picks deserve a fair confirmation process
When asked whether Senate Republicans would oppose some of President-elect Donald Trump's picks for his Cabinet and second term, new Senate Majority Leader John Thune tells "Face the Nation with ...CBS News - 3d -
Do Democrats really want a DREAM Act?
Donald Trump wants to help the DREAMers.The Hill - 3d -
A(nother) Government Plan for Social Care
Health and Social Care Secretary promises to "grasp the nettle on social care reform”BBC News - 3d -
Mayorkas: 'Not fair' to say New Orleans ignored bulletin on risks of attacks by drivers
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas argued it is “not fair” to say that the city of New Orleans ignored the bulletin on the risks of attacks by drivers plowing cars into crowds of ...The Hill - 3d -
By blaming Biden for the New Orleans attack, Trump may be setting himself up for failure
Trump has blamed Biden for the attack in New Orleans. But the president-elect risks facing similar criticism if an attack happens while he is in the White House.NBC News - 3d -
Johnson on homeland security: Biden admin didn't prioritize 'the right things'
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) criticized President Biden's administration's handling of homeland security following the deadly New Orleans truck attack, arguing they did not prioritize “the right ...The Hill - 3d -
Cheney gets standing ovation as Biden awards Presidential Citizens Medal
President Biden honored former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) and several other Americans Thursday with the Presidential Citizens Medal to recognize their service to the country. Cheney was recognized ...The Hill - 3d -
Investigators Said the New Orleans Attacker Acted Alone
Also, Speaker Johnson is trying to unite Republicans behind him. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.The New York Times - 3d -
New Orleans attack: FBI believes suspect acted alone in ‘act of terrorism’
Investigators had initially suggested others may have been involved in New Year’s Day attack that killed 14 people. New Orleans truck attack – latest updates The FBI said on Thursday that it ...The Guardian - 4d -
FBI says suspect in New Orleans acted alone in ‘act of terrorism’ – live
FBI says attack not linked to Las Vegas Cybertruck explosion and says New Orleans surveillance video shows suspect planting two explosive devices at the scene. Full story – FBI believes suspect ...The Guardian - 4d -
New Orleans attacker acted alone, FBI says
FBI officials said they believe Shamsud-Din Jabbar acted alone in New Orleans in what they described as a terror attack inspired by ISIS. “Let me be very clear about this point, this was an act of ...The Hill - 4d -
Sanders gets Finance perch to push Social Security, Medicare expansion, tax reform
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), who supports expanding Social Security and Medicare and raising taxes on the wealthy, will get a seat on the Senate’s powerful Finance Committee, which has jurisdiction ...The Hill - 4d -
Biden delivers remarks on securing 235 judicial confirmations
Watch live coverage as President Biden delivers remarks on securing 235 judicial confirmations during his term in office.NBC News - 4d -
WeChat, TikTok First to Secure Licenses Under Malaysia's New Social-Media Rules
The two Chinese technology companies had each obtained licenses under requirements for internet- messaging and social-media companies unveiled last year.The Wall Street Journal - 4d -
Biden: New Orleans attacker's social media posts indicated ISIS ties
President Biden on Wednesday said the individual who carried out an attack in New Orleans that killed at least 15 people posted videos on social media hours earlier indicating they were inspired by ...The Hill - 4d -
Superdome gets security sweep after truck attack
The Caesars Superdome in New Orleans was on lockdown for security sweeps ahead of Wednesday's Sugar Bowl after a pickup truck plowed into a New Year's crowd about a mile away, killing at least 15 ...ESPN - 5d -
Things have to get worse to get better
Voters can’t be sold on change until their nation is in acute troubleFinancial Times - 5d -
Borrowers cheer Biden's record-setting student loan forgiveness, but left bitter with the system
President Biden will leave office with the legacy of approving the greatest amount of student debt relief of any president, changing the lives of millions of Americans. Many of these borrowers ...The Hill - 5d
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