As the COVID-19 pandemic receded, the U.S. housing market began grappling with a significant challenge: rapidly increasing rent rates. Under President Joe Biden’s administration, a notable surge in immigration has become intertwined with this trend, potentially contributing to the escalating costs of rental housing. Upon taking office in January 2021, President Biden swiftly reversed many…
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has decided to veto a bill that would have allowed the state to shut down beaches if the water was found to be polluted. This decision comes just two months after Floridians were warned not to swim in certain areas due to contamination from fecal matter. If the bill had been…
In a landmark decision on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Grants Pass, granting it the authority to ticket homeless individuals for sleeping outdoors. This ruling rejected the arguments that such “anti-camping” ordinances constitute “cruel and unusual” punishment under the Constitution. The decision, penned by Justice Neil Gorsuch for the court’s conservative…
Warren Buffett, the famous investor and billionaire, often gives advice about money and investing. He’s known for his simple and practical approach, but some of his suggestions might seem unrealistic for people who don’t have a lot of money. One of his main pieces of advice is to invest in the stock market. Buffett believes…
Imagine a scenario that keeps American car companies awake at night: Chinese car manufacturers set up factories in Mexico to take advantage of North American trade rules. They then flood the U.S. market with very cheap electric vehicles (EVs). This scenario poses a significant threat to the American auto industry, particularly to major players like…
The Supreme Court seems ready to allow abortions in medical emergencies in Idaho. This information came out accidentally on the court’s website, as reported by Bloomberg News. The opinion showed that most of the justices agreed to dismiss the appeal. Bloomberg reviewed a copy of the opinion and shared these details. This leak is unusual…
California motorists are bracing for another hike in gas taxes come July 1. The state’s excise tax on gasoline is set to increase from 57.9 cents to 59.6 cents per gallon, according to an announcement from the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration. This move is part of an ongoing trend that has seen…
The Supreme Court has upheld a 2021 Connecticut law that removes the state’s religious exemption for childhood vaccinations required for school attendance. The decision, made on Monday, means students in Connecticut will no longer be able to claim religious reasons to avoid vaccinations, except for existing exemptions held by current K-12 students. This ruling follows…
In a significant legal ruling on Wednesday, the U.S. Supreme Court sided with the Biden administration in a contentious case involving the extent of federal influence over social media platforms. The decision overturned lower-court rulings that had supported the claims of Republican-led states like Louisiana and Missouri, which accused Biden administration officials of using their…
In his recent State of the State address, Governor Gavin Newsom made a bold claim: “Here’s the truth Republicans never tell you: California is not a high tax state.” This assertion, while partially accurate, requires deeper examination to fully understand the nuances of California’s tax system. California’s tax system is progressive, meaning that the more…
