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WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) has introduced a bill that would amend the Internal Revenue Code to prohibit businesses from claiming tax deductions for reimbursing employees’ costs related …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-NJ) has introduced a bill aimed at making it illegal to knowingly distribute private intimate images without consent. The legislation, H.R. 1218, was …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — A new bill introduced in the House of Representatives aims to create a commission to study and develop reparations proposals for African Americans. Sponsored by Rep. Ayanna …

TRENTON, N.J. — Garden State Equality is hosting a series of virtual roundtables with candidates running for New Jersey governor in 2025. The events, held throughout February, will provide a …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping executive order aimed at restructuring the federal workforce, eliminating inefficiencies, and expanding the influence of the Department of Government Efficiency …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) is facing criticism after a statement in which she appeared to endorse “censoring the American people,” as Democrats continue to push back against …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Elon Musk criticized the US government’s payment systems, citing cases of fraud and mismanagement that he described as “mind-blowing.” Speaking about financial oversight, Musk pointed to examples …

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — U.S. District Judge John J. McConnell Jr., who ruled against the Trump administration’s effort to freeze billions in federal grants, has a daughter currently employed as a …

TRENTON, N.J. — The goal of the New Jersey Lottery was to fund education in the Garden State. Slowly, lawmakers have been diverting those education funds into other accounts, including …

TRENTON, N.J. — Former New Jersey gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is calling on Gov. Phil Murphy to personally address his controversial remarks suggesting he is sheltering an undocumented immigrant in …

WASHINGTON — Senator Andy Kim indicated he is open to shutting down the federal government to oppose policies enacted by the Trump administration and Elon Musk, who is overseeing government …

EDISON, N.J. — Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) has received nearly $108 million in federal grants, bolstering its efforts to provide free legal assistance to low-income residents, including a …

TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Conservation Foundation has received $16 million in grants as it continues to support the state’s clean energy initiatives, including efforts to advance offshore wind …

HIGHLAND PARK, N.J. — A New Jersey church that received $18 million in federal aid to resettle migrants is now struggling after its funding was cut off, leaving its programs …

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), criticized Democrats for opposing cuts to USAID, accusing them of hypocrisy and undemocratic behavior. In a post on …

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced Saturday that he has revoked former President Joe Biden’s security clearance and halted his access to intelligence briefings, citing national security concerns and a …

In an unexpected turn of events, the term “Big Balls” has become a viral sensation on X, capturing the attention of users worldwide and even making its way into mainstream …

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has received a $7,775,780 grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to study the impact of tobacco …

WASHINGTON, D.C. — ICE director Tom Homan issued a stern warning to New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, vowing that the federal government will take legal action against state and local …

TRENTON, N.J. — A New Jersey court dismissed the state’s lawsuit against major oil companies for their alleged climate change role, delivering a setback to environmental activists and the attorney …

TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin joined 14 other attorneys general in opposing an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump, which seeks to eliminate …

LONDON — The BBC has expressed concern over the Trump administration’s decision to cut U.S. government funding in which it received $3.2 million from American taxpayers in 2024. The funding, …

TRENTON, N.J. — After vowing to fight for voting rights and political accessibility for everyday New Jersey citizens, Governor Phil Murphy just signed a new bill into law that would …

TRENTON, N.J. — Former New Jersey101.5 radio host Bill Spadea is not even in office yet, and he’s being accused of double dipping. In addition to his salary from the …

TRENTON, N.J. — Assemblyman Christopher DePhillips is calling on Gov. Phil Murphy to reduce New Jersey’s corporate business tax, warning that high rates are driving companies and jobs out of …