U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement on Wednesday about new sweeping tariffs might have sneaker fans thinking about international trade more than they usually do. Vietnam, the biggest supplier of Nike sneakers, would be hit hardest if these tariffs go into effect. Trump said products from Vietnam will face a 46% tariff when exported to the … Read more
The tariffs introduced by the Trump administration are widely seen as an economic disaster in the making. So why are they happening in the first place? Some might say this is democracy in action. Trump ran for president promising these tariffs, and voters elected him. So now he’s delivering on that promise. But that’s only … Read more
In a move that has sparked considerable debate, the Social Security Administration (SSA) under President Donald Trump has reinstated a policy to recover overpayments by withholding 100% of beneficiaries’ monthly payments. This policy, which took effect on March 27, 2025, marks a significant shift from the previous approach of reclaiming overpayments at a rate of … Read more
A warm front and cold front combination is moving eastward from a storm system exiting the Central Plains and heading into the Great Lakes. The system’s cold front will approach late Thursday into early Friday, bringing a risk of thunderstorms. The Storm Prediction Center has placed much of Eastern Pennsylvania, Southern New England, New Jersey, … Read more
Sen. Mark Warner warned that a trade war resulting from President Trump’s escalating tariffs on foreign goods would negatively impact Virginians and the broader American public. He also called for TikTok to be sold to a non-Chinese company. Warner, along with fellow Virginia Sen. Tim Kaine and Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn), introduced a resolution to … Read more
Stephen McLeod, operating as A&S Contracting, has agreed to pay $750,000 to settle allegations that he inflated invoices and concealed the use of subcontractors on U.S. Postal Service (USPS) projects, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia. McLeod provided maintenance and repair services for postal facilities in Virginia, Maryland, North … Read more
April brings an unusual shift for Social Security beneficiaries, as payments will arrive earlier than usual due to how weekends and holidays align on the calendar. The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a set payment schedule, but occasional calendar quirks can cause unexpected changes. Beneficiaries should be aware of these adjustments to ensure they receive … Read more
As the Trump administration intensifies its immigration crackdown, even some of the president’s staunchest supporters are voicing concerns over his deportation policies. On Saturday’s episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, the popular podcaster, who backed Trump in November, criticized a recent deportation operation, calling it “horrific.” “You’ve got to be worried when people who aren’t … Read more
Elon Musk has had a rough day, facing major setbacks but also a surprising win. On Tuesday night, his favored conservative candidate lost the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, despite Musk and his super PAC pouring at least $15.5 million into the campaign. By Wednesday morning, things got worse. Tesla reported first-quarter delivery numbers that fell … Read more
Tomorrow, April 3, is a crucial day for millions of Americans as they receive their Social Security payments. Nearly 70 million people, including retirees, individuals with disabilities, and survivors, rely on these funds. The Social Security Administration (SSA) follows a set schedule, distributing payments based on birth dates. Those who have been receiving benefits since … Read more