President Barack Obama is back at the White House after his last presidential vacation. He returned to Washington today from Hawaii with less than three weeks left.
Category: Law
Chicago Paper: Make All Universities – Sanctuary Campuses’
The Chicago Sun-Times editorial board is now asking that every college and university in the state be transformed into ‘sanctuary campuses’ for shielding illegal immigrants from federal law. In a piece , “Make colleges a sanctuary from deportation threat,” asks that every college and university in Illinois risk losing federal funding for the cause: Universities have an obligation to stand up for their students – all of them.
Resistance at the Ready as GOP Licks Chops Over Regressive Agenda
Since Donald Trump was elected in November, House Speaker Paul Ryan has been poised to advance a GOP agenda. From slowing President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet confirmations to hampering GOP attempts to repeal Obamacare or defund Planned Parenthood, Democrats and allied progressive forces stand ready to resist the looming Republican agenda.
Outside the Box: I’m a former health insurance CEO and this is what Obamacare repeal will do
There’s a joke among insurers that there are two things that health insurance companies hate to do – take risks and pay claims. But, of course, these are the essence of their business! Yet, if they do too much of either, they will go broke, and if they do too little, their customers will find a better policy.
After years of talk, Republicans must act on Obamacare. Tumult lies ahead.
Ernest Dumas illustrates in a column this week that the Republican promise to repeal Obamacare now faces tough political, financial and human realities – perhaps more in Arkansas than anywhere. He writes that the most damage could be done to 20 million working Americans Donald Trump vowed to protect.
The Media Did Not Ask What Trump’s Replacement For Obamacare Would Be
In the lead-up to the election, prime-time news shows functionally abdicated any role in questioning what President-elect Donald Trump will offer in place of the Affordable Care Act and how it might affect the millions of Americans who gained insurance coverage as a result of the landmark law. Instead of asking pointed questions about Trump’s piecemeal policy proposals, TV personalities focused on negative stories like the 2017 premium hikes and conservative fearmongering about the potential of a so-called “death spiral.”
Gang member sentenced in teenage sex trafficking case
A North Park gang member was sentenced to 5 years in prison for his role in a racketeering scheme that involved sex trafficking, drug sales and robbery – a sentence that was followed up hours later with a notice of appeal to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. Tony Brown, who lives in the Phoenix area, was one of 24 people to be indicted in 2013 on accusations of committing crimes on behalf of BMS Enterprise, made up of two gangs named Skanless and Black Mob.
Philly cops under Richard Ross: Steady as she goes44 minutes ago
Dozens of local and national journalists in late July packed into the bunkerlike room in the city’s Office of Emergency Management on Spring Garden Street, hurling questions at six Philadelphia officials about the impending Democratic National Convention. The performance, in retrospect, was quintessential Ross: measured, self-assured, and steeled by nearly three decades in the Philadelphia Police Department.
Philly cops under Richard Ross: Steady as she goes44 minutes ago
Dozens of local and national journalists in late July packed into the bunkerlike room in the city’s Office of Emergency Management on Spring Garden Street, hurling questions at six Philadelphia officials about the impending Democratic National Convention. The performance, in retrospect, was quintessential Ross: measured, self-assured, and steeled by nearly three decades in the Philadelphia Police Department.
Judge Halts Enforcement of Federal Protections for Transgender Healthcare Services
The Human Rights Campaign , the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer civil rights organization, responded to a federal judge’s decision yesterday to issue an injunction blocking enforcement of federal protections set to go into effect today barring discrimination in healthcare services based on an individual’s gender identity, as well as reproductive health services.
President-elect Donald Trump gives a thumbs up to reporters at…
The stakes confronting Republicans determined to dismantle President Barack Obama’s health care law were evident in one recent encounter between an Ohio congressman and a constituent. “He said, ‘Now you guys own it.
Commentary: Safety net faces dire threats from Trump, GOP
Poor Americans are facing the gravest threat to the federal safety net in decades as President-elect Donald Trump takes office accompanied by a Republican-controlled Congress. The risks to essential benefits for tens of millions of low- and moderate- income Americans include losing coverage extended to them by the Affordable Care Act , threats to the fundamental structure of the Medicaid health-insurance program for the poor, and further reduction of already squeezed funding for scores of other important programs serving the most vulnerable Americans.
New Hampshire dairy farmers struggling to survive
Dairy farms in the state had been declining slowly, from 130 in 2010 to 121 in 2015. But this year saw 19 more farms drop out of the dairy business, although they may remain in agriculture.
‘This has been going on for too long’: In Evangeline Parish arrest…
Alonzo Leday talks about his community’s relationship with law enforcement as a Ville Platte Police unit passes by on Edward “Knotoe” Thomas Jr. Street Thursday, December 29, 2016, in Ville Platte, La. A Ville Platte Police officer patrols and speaks with residents on Edward “Knotoe” Thomas Jr. Street Thursday, December 29, 2016, in Ville Platte, La.
It’s Alaska’s turn for EPA regional administrator, but will Trump listen to tradition?
Some Alaskans are eagerly anticipating the selection of a new regional administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency, hoping that this time, an Alaskan will oversee the regional office. There’s a tradition, but no requirement, of rotation among the states in the region.
Analysis: Medical pot, Trump shape Arkansas politics in ’17
The approval of a constitutional amendment legalizing medical marijuana and Donald Trump ‘s surprise White House win weren’t just two of the biggest political stories in Arkansas. They also upended the agenda for the upcoming legislative session and are likely to dominate Arkansas’ politics in 2017.
Obama lines up a meeting with lawmakers, a speech in Chicago
In this photo taken Dec. 16, 2016, President Barack Obama speaks during a news conference in the briefing room of the White House in Washington. President Barack Obama will strategize next week with Democratic lawmakers about how to prevent Republicans from destroying his Affordable Care Act.
Advocates of hate crimes law ready to try again
When advocates for a hate-crimes bill took their case to the Legislature last year, their cause was quickly overshadowed by a separate effort to expand the state’s civil rights law to include LGBT protections. The latter measure, which ultimately failed, became known derisively as the “bathroom bill” with opponents who claimed, falsely, that it would allow predatory men to sneak into women’s restrooms.
More Trans Madness: Eight Year Old Girl Says She’s a Boy, Wants To Join Cub Scouts
Even the liberal feminist professor Camille Paglia has said that indulging children in transgenderism is a form of child abuse. This girl’s parents are not only indulging her, they’re obviously OK with her being trotted out in front of the world.
GOP readies swift Obamacare repealwith no replacement in place
The first major act of the unified Republican government in 2017 will be a vote in Congress to begin tearing down Obamacare. But the euphoria of finally acting on a long-sought goal will quickly give way to the reality that Republicans – and President-elect Donald Trump – have no agreement thus far on how to replace coverage for about 20 million people who gained insurance under the health-care law.
Lackawanna County Prison Board may request jail review after misconduct allegations
The Lackawanna County Prison Board may request another agency perform a top-to-bottom review of the county jail after the latest round of investigations into sexual misconduct allegations at the facility wrap up. Lackawanna County Judge Vito Geroulo, chairman of the prison board, said he plans to recommend the panel ask the state Department of Corrections to study the facility when the “appropriate” time comes – meaning the new review wouldn’t overlap with efforts by prosecutors.
Lackawanna County Prison Board may request jail review after misconduct allegations
The Lackawanna County Prison Board may request another agency perform a top-to-bottom review of the county jail after the latest round of investigations into sexual misconduct allegations at the facility wrap up. Lackawanna County Judge Vito Geroulo, chairman of the prison board, said he plans to recommend the panel ask the state Department of Corrections to study the facility when the “appropriate” time comes – meaning the new review wouldn’t overlap with efforts by prosecutors.
Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s attorneys appeal findings in civil-contempt case
Lawyers for Arpaio and two officers also filed a brief asking for the removal of Judge Murray Snow and his monitor. Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s attorneys appeal findings in civil-contempt case Lawyers for Arpaio and two officers also filed a brief asking for the removal of Judge Murray Snow and his monitor.
Scams, The Biggest Threat to Patent and Trademark Owners
After threading the tortuous path through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, and withstanding assaults of infringers, who would have thought that one of the biggest problems for patent and trademark owners is scammers? These scammers send official looking documents with data downloaded from the Patent and Trademark Office requesting payment for various unnecessary services, such as inclusion in a directory, or sometime for no service at all. The USPTO has created a webpage , but it is largely forgotten by the time the solicitation is received.
Donald Trump to throw out Obama administration orders
President Barack Obama and his administration used their control of the U.S. government’s executive branch to set numerous policies that President-elect Donald Trump can reverse when he takes office next month. Here are eight of the Obama administration rules and regulations that Trump has said he’ll scrap or significantly alter when he becomes president.
It’s time to raise Indiana’s cigarette tax
Hoosiers hate taxes, but it’s hard to find a Hoosier leader who opposes the idea of doubling our tax on cigarettes. Now, Indiana can point to two good reasons to raise the tax.
It’s time to raise Indiana’s cigarette tax
Hoosiers hate taxes, but it’s hard to find a Hoosier leader who opposes the idea of doubling our tax on cigarettes. Now, Indiana can point to two good reasons to raise the tax.
It Turns Out Trump-Voting Coal Miners Need Their Obamacare Too
It is going to be harder for Donald Trump and our Republican overlords in Congress to repeal Obamacare than they think. It turns out lots of people rely upon it for their health care, and they don’t want it to go away.
The Bill Goodman Gun & Knife Show, coming to the Wilson County Expo Center, draws huge crowds.
The nationally-famous Bill Goodman Gun & Knife Show will be held at the Wilson County Expo Center Jan., 28-29 after being forced out at the State Fairgrounds in Nashville amid what the show’s organizer calls false accusations. “Let’s start with the so-called ‘gun show loophole’,” says David Goodman, whose late father founded the Kentucky-based trade show 49 years ago and has made annual appearances at the Fairgrounds for 35 years.
Republican attorneys general eager to dism…
As soon as President-elect Donald Trump assumes office Jan. 20, Republican attorneys general who have spent the past eight years battling the Obama administration’s climate change agenda will have a new role: supporting the Republican president’s complex legal effort to roll back that agenda. By contrast, states with Democratic leadership – such as California, where Gov. Jerry Brown has promised all-out war against Mr. Trump on global warming – will go from being environmental partners with the federal government to legal aggressors on their own.
Jeff Sessions’ Attorney General Hearing: 3 Questions Senators Must Ask
Senator Jeff Sessions waits for Donald Trump to arrive in Mobila, AL for his USA Thank You Tour on December 17, 2016. Alabama senator Jeff Sessions, president-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for attorney general, will kick off a packed week of Senate confirmation hearings today.
Imprisoned Blagojevich awaits Obama decision on commutation
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Imprisoned Blagojevich awaits Obama decision on commutation
In this July 15, 2011 file photo, former Illinois Gov. Rod Blagojevich arrives at the federal courthouse in Chicago. Blagojevich is asking a U.S. appeals court to nullify his 14-year prison term and order a third sentencing hearing.
Nevada Foreclosure Mediation Program Winding Down
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Trump to Dissolve Foundation
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday he will dissolve his charitable foundation amid efforts to eliminate any conflicts of interest before he takes office next month. The revelation comes as the New York attorney general’s office investigates the foundation following media reports that foundation spending went to benefit Trump’s campaign.
Trump to Dissolve Foundation
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday he will dissolve his charitable foundation amid efforts to eliminate any conflicts of interest before he takes office next month. The revelation comes as the New York attorney general’s office investigates the foundation following media reports that foundation spending went to benefit Trump’s campaign.
Trump’s choices shouldn’t be surprising
There has been much hand-wringing in some circles about many of President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet selections, people who seem to disdain the very agencies he is asking them to direct. Yet Trump, sometimes criticized for not being a true Republican, is making Cabinet choices that line up well with the party’s rhetoric and stated ideology.
Trump says he will dissolve foundation amid NY investigation
President-elect Donald Trump said Saturday he will dissolve his charitable foundation amid efforts to eliminate any conflicts of interest before he takes office next month. The revelation comes as the New York attorney general’s office investigates the foundation following media reports that foundation spending went to benefit Trump’s campaign.
Bill to jumpstart research, speed up treatment options
A bill signed by President Barack Obama recently is looking to bring medical breakthroughs and tackle some of the largest health challenges facing Americans. Now a law, the 21st Century Cures Act will speed up the federal review process while reducing bureaucracy needed to approve new medical treatment options.
Avon audience sees – Loving’ as major Oscar contender
Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga star in “Loving,” a film about the Virginia couple who won a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in 1967 making interracial marriages legal throughout the country. Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga star in “Loving,” a film about the Virginia couple who won a U.S. Supreme Court ruling in 1967 making interracial marriages legal throughout the country.