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07.03 / 13:03

security Analysis economy Sustainability Bill social consequences Tax hike alone won’t save Social Security, think tank warns

A proposal to tax high-earning Americans more as a way to address the fiscal challenges with Social Security and Medicare funding overlooks its broader impact on households and the economy.

08.02 / 13:41

Man Remark Election voice social information Investigations Elon Musk throws his weight behind Kash Patel’s FBI nomination as Democrats push back

Elon Musk has stepped into the heated battle over Kash Patel’s nomination as FBI Director, voicing strong support for Donald Trump’s controversial pick. In a bold move on X (formerly Twitter), Musk wrote, “Confirm Kash now,” amplifying the growing tensions surrounding Patel’s potential leadership of the nation’s top law enforcement agency. His post quoted a viral tweet that claimed FBI agents were threatening to quit if Patel were confirmed, warning that his appointment could cause “massive damage” to the agency.

17.09 / 17:33

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Rep. Patrick McHenry (R–N.C.) sharply criticized other politicians on Tuesday for making public comments about what the Federal Reserve should do with its interest rate policy.

17.09 / 00:57

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Hassan, a Cryptonews.com journalist with 6+ years of experience in Web3 journalism, brings deep knowledge across Crypto, Web3 Gaming, NFTs, and Play-to-Earn sectors. His work has appeared in...

16.09 / 13:52

Target CEO Action Trade reports Features Lawmakers Call on Crypto ATM Operators to Combat Fraud as Losses Mount to $65M

Ruholamin Haqshanas is a contributing crypto writer for CryptoNews. He is a crypto and finance journalist with over four years of experience. Ruholamin has been featured in several high-profile crypto...

13.07 / 12:37

WhatsApp Justice reports Courts Investigations yachting Justice Clarence Thomas took gifts, loan, free yacht trip to Russia: Democrat Senators

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has landed in a huge controversy with accusations of not disclosing at least 35 luxury gifts, a free yacht trip to Russia and a private helicopter journey to a palace in Vladimir Putin's hometown St. Petersburg. In a letter written to Attorney General Merrick Garland, Sens. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-R.I., and Ron Wyden, D-Or have also accused him of committing tax fraud and violating other federal laws by “secretly” accepting the gifts and income potentially worth millions of dollar, reports 'Daily Beast'. The senators have demanded to appoint a special counsel to probe Thomas.

04.12 / 22:21

Credit Suisse reinstates independent reviewer on Nazi account probe

NEW YORK (Reuters) — Credit Suisse has reinstated an independent reviewer to oversee an investigation into the servicing of Nazi clients and Nazi-linked accounts, according to U.S. lawmakers who have probed the issue.

20.07 / 17:33

Provident Booking reform Democrats urge US Supreme Court ethics reform as panel set to vote

By John Kruzel

06.07 / 01:35

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World Bank President Ajay Banga to increase investment in climate projects. "We are heartened to see that you recognise the urgency of this problem and hope that the bank will lead a coordinated and robust response to these challenges," the lawmakers said in a letter to Banga on Wednesday.

08.02 / 17:51

Mining regulation Elizabeth Warren Energy usage US Senator Elizabeth Warren Leads the Charge to Learn More About Crypto Mining Energy Usage – Regulation Incoming?

Elizabeth Warren, the Democratic Senator who is known as a fierce crypto critic, is now part of an effort by lawmakers to learn more about the energy use of crypto mining.

08.02 / 01:19

Mining regulation Environment information lawmakers Energy usage Lawmakers write to US officials about crypto energy usage information gathering

United States Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan and Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm were the recipients Feb. 6 of another letter on the environmental impact of cryptocurrency mining. Eight Democratic lawmakers headed by Elizabeth Warren reached out to the officials this time.

31.01 / 19:59

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Several United States senators have reportedly penned a letter requesting answers from Silvergate Capital — the parent company of Silvergate Bank — related to the collapse of cryptocurrency exchange FTX.

30.11 / 00:51

regulation FTX Congress lawmaker US lawmaker questions major crypto exchanges on consumer protection amid FTX collapse

Ron Wyden, chair for the United States Senate Finance Committee, has requested information from six crypto firms on consumer protection following FTX’s liquidity issues and bankruptcy.

23.11 / 22:15

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Two Democratic members of the United States Senate have called on the Justice Department to investigate the collapse of FTX and potentially prosecute individuals involved in wrongdoing.

25.10 / 22:19

regulation Congress lawmakers US lawmakers US lawmakers question regulators over ‘revolving door’ with crypto industry

Several Democratic members of the United States Senate and House of Representatives have requested information from top regulators and agencies in the country regarding crypto firms hiring government officials upon their departure.

19.11 / 18:09

Fighting Two Democrats Oppose Powell for Fed Chair, Citing Climate Change

Two liberal Democratic senators said Friday they would oppose a second term for Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell because they want the central bank to play a more aggressive role addressing climate change.

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