Why Employers In Georgia Are Watching The Immigration Debate Closely
In Dalton, Ga., the self-proclaimed "carpet capital of the world," business leaders are worried about what will happen if DACA protections disappear.
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Trump Administration's Latest Strike On CFPB: Budget Cuts
Proposed cuts in funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau come amid questions about a Trump appointee softening the agency's stance on payday lenders. Democrats vow to fight the cuts.
White House 'Could Have Done Better' In Response To Abuse Allegations Against Staffer
Rob Porter worked as the White House staff secretary and helped control the flow of information reaching the president. Two ex-wives say he was physically abusive.
California May Have A Way To Block Trump's Offshore Drilling Push
In the 1980s, California towns used local zoning rules to block offshore oil and gas drilling. State lawmakers are considering a similar strategy to push back against the Trump administration.
White House Scuttles Ambassador Pick Apparently Over View On North Korea Policy
Victor Cha, the top candidate for ambassador to South Korea, voiced his opinion that a pre-emptive strike against North Korea could be very dangerous. He is no longer being considered for the post.
No Middle Eastern Or North African Category On 2020 Census, Bureau Says
The Census Bureau's announcement about its race and ethnicity questions disappoints advocates who for years have been pushing for a check box for people with roots in the Middle East or North Africa.
2020 Census To Keep Racial, Ethnic Categories Used In 2010
Census experts say the announcement about the 2020 national headcount suggests the Trump administration will not approve Obama-era proposals to change how the government asks about race and ethnicity.
Trump Appointee Resigns After Bigoted Comments Surface
Carl Higbie, appointed by President Trump to serve in the agency that runs AmeriCorps, has apologized for remarks that derided black people, Muslims and other groups.
More States Turning To Toll Roads To Raise Cash For Infrastructure
Tight budgets and shrinking infrastructure money from Washington have more states hiking tolls and adding tollways to raise money to fix and repair roads and bridges.
Trump Admin Will Protect Health Workers Who Refuse Services On Religious Grounds
The Division of Conscience and Religious Freedom is being established to aid health workers with objections rooted in conscience or religion to treating certain people and performing some procedures.