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House Bill Aims to Expand Social Security Benefits: What You Need to Know

This week, the House of Representatives is working to pass the Social Security Fairness Act, a bill intended to protect workers who are eligible for both Social Security and other government pensions from reduced benefits. This bipartisan effort recently faced…

Leanna Becraft
November 13, 2024

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Tesla Hits $1 Trillion Market Value as Musk-Backed Trump Secures Presidency

Tesla’s Market Value Soars Past $1 Trillion Amid Musk’s Support for Trump and Autonomous Tech Push The relationship between President-elect Donald Trump and Elon Musk has sent Tesla’s market value soaring. Tesla’s stock rallied on Friday, reaching $321.22 per share…

Leanna Becraft
November 13, 2024

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Trump’s Strategy: Economic Growth Through Tax Cuts and Deregulation – With Debt Risks

What a Trump Return Could Mean for the Economy: Tax Cuts, Deregulation, and Debt Concerns With the economy top of mind for many voters, Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House and Republican gains in Congress raise questions about…

Leanna Becraft
November 13, 2024

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New Property Tax Relief for Veterans Gains Voter Approval

Honoring Veterans with Expanded Property Tax Relief and Acts of Appreciation this Veterans Day Every Veterans Day, we recognize the brave men and women who have served in our military, paying tribute to their sacrifices and dedication to our nation.…

Leanna Becraft
November 13, 2024

Personal Finance

Social Security Recipients to Get 2.5% COLA Increase Starting in 2025

Social Security Adjustments for 2025: What You Need to Know Starting in January 2025, Social Security recipients will see a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in their monthly benefit payments. This increase translates to an average boost of over $50 per…

Leanna Becraft
November 13, 2024

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Texas Has Spent Over $10 Billion on Governor Abbott’s Operation Lone Star Since 2021

Texas governor Gregg Abbott has previously stated that the objective of Operation Lone Star, his administration’s initiative to tackle unlawful migration, is to completely eliminate illegal immigration. Despite his efforts, the operation has faced setbacks and received criticism for human…

Kylee Johnson
October 25, 2024

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Growing Concerns of Terrorism as Increasing Numbers of Iranians Cross the Texas Border Illegally

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is actively capturing migrants who have unlawfully crossed the border with Mexico, specifically targeting individuals classified by the federal government as “Special Interest Migrants.” These migrants, as stated by the Department of Homeland…

Kylee Johnson
October 25, 2024

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OBOE to discuss potential suspension of multiple teacher licenses

The Oklahoma Board of Education has decided not to proceed with any suspensions of teaching certificates. During its board meeting on Thursday, the Oklahoma Board of Education decided not to proceed with any suspensions of teaching certificates. The Oklahoma Board…

Kylee Johnson
October 25, 2024

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Growing Concerns of Terrorism as More Iranians Illegally Cross the Texas Border

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is actively apprehending migrants who have illegally crossed the border with Mexico. These individuals are classified by the federal government as “Special Interest Migrants” – a term used by the Department of Homeland…

Kylee Johnson
October 25, 2024

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Donald Trump’s ‘mass deportation’ plan would come with a hefty price tag in the billions

If Donald Trump returns to the White House, he has promised to carry out a “mass deportation” of at least 11 million undocumented immigrants living in the United States. During his first administration, he had made a similar promise, but…

Kylee Johnson
October 25, 2024