New Jersey residents who order takeout or delivery may notice a little but significant difference. A law pending Governor Phil Murphy’s decision would change how plastic utensils are distributed around the state to cut waste and provide customers options. The S3195 plan mandates restaurants and other food-service enterprises to only supply plastic forks, spoons, knives,…
President Donald Trump’s outspoken criticism of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has fueled discussion regarding the Fed’s independence. Recent public opinion research suggests that most Americans disagree with the president’s call to decrease interest rates to boost economic development. Polling analysis by CNN data expert Harry Enten suggests President Trump is struggling to get public…
Trump supported Iranian protesters and demanded an end to their killings on Tuesday, threatening to hold those involved accountable. When Iran’s anti-government rallies gained international attention, he said this. Trump tells Iranian demonstrators to document security forces’ crackdown on his official social media channel. He stated violators will be punished and canceled any meetings with…
A name mix-up on ESPN’s “First Take” on Tuesday caused Stephen A. Smith to feel awkward. On live air, Smith praised wide receiver Christian Kirk for his play in the Houston Texans’ 30–6 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, however he used the wrong first name. Smith reported “Charlie Kirk” had eight receptions for 144 yards…
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump called for an immediate end to the killing of Iranian protesters, expressing support for them and warned that those responsible will be held accountable. He made these words when Iran’s anti-government rallies garnered international notice. Trump advises Iranian protesters to continue and document security forces’ crackdown operations in a statement…
After being apprehended during a recent enforcement activity in Red Bank, New Jersey, a famous landscaper remains in federal immigration custody, worrying local residents and elected authorities. Longtime Red Bank homeowner and small landscaping business owner Ricardo Paz has been in ICE custody for almost a week. Paz was detained despite having an open immigration…
Scott Adams, the creator of “Dilbert” and a popular political pundit, died at 68 after a long battle with prostate cancer. His former wife, Shelly Miles, announced his death on Tuesday during a webcast of his online show. Adams died at his Northern California home after hospice care. Miles recited Adams’ final message from earlier…
New Jersey City University’s merger with Kean University was approved by the state, changing its public higher education system. The decision, finalized through newly signed legislation, is being described by state and university leaders as a critical move to protect students, stabilize finances, and preserve access to public education in Jersey City and Hudson County….
Border Patrol leadership supports the ICE officer who shot Renee fatally. Good in a heated Minneapolis encounter earlier this month, deepening a national debate over immigration enforcement and brutality. ICE officers enforced a Minneapolis residential street on January 7. Renee Good was shot as her SUV drove away. The shooting sparked political outrage, protests, and…
After expressing support for a larger immigration overhaul, including a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, President Donald Trump is encountering surprising pushback from his own party. The comments, delivered in a recent interview with a major national newspaper, have sparked conservative debate and renewed Republican divisions over immigration policy. Trump claimed in the interview…
