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New Yorkers Fume as Gov. Hochul Promises $50 Million for Illegal Migrants’ Legal Fees

https://bonginoreport.com/swamp-watch/new-yorkers-fume-as-gov-hochul-promises-50-million-for-illegal-migrants-legal-fees

Fourth Circuit Upholds Ban on Gun Sales to Under-21s

Social Security Now Headed For Insolvency Even Sooner Than Expected

‘Congress can’t keep dodging entitlement reform.’ 

Supreme Court Deals Blow To Deep State Control In Ruling Against EPA

The D.C. Circuit is essentially the judicial branch version of ‘trust the experts,’ the only difference being that these judges do not actually have any expert knowledge that makes them more equipped to decide court cases.

X Sues New York For Demanding Social Media Data To Censor Speech

Social media company X sued New York to challenge a state law that requires social media companies to submit semi-annual reports about how they are suppressing certain kinds of speech to the New York attorney general. According to the lawsuit, provisions in the “Stop Hiding Hate Act” violate social media companies’ First Amendment rights and […]

Federal Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Filed by Two Teachers Unions Over Funding Cuts to Columbia University

https://bonginoreport.com/culture-war/federal-judge-dismisses-lawsuit-filed-by-two-teachers-unions-over-funding-cuts-to-columbia-university

Commentary: The Detrimental Impact of Teacher Unions’ Political Spending on Educators

Teacher unions, particularly in their current incarnation, often stray from their foundational mission to enhance educational outcomes, becoming entangled instead in the quagmire of political activism and social agendas. This shift not only distracts from their primary purpose but also risks undermining their credibility as advocates for educators.
Take, for instance, the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), which has allocated a staggering $16.5 million in political spending for the 2024 election cycle, all directed towards liberal organizations. This has raised eyebrows and prompted accusations of a troubling nexus between union leadership and Democratic interests. Critics contend that Randi Weingarten has leveraged union dues to exert political influence, raising serious questions about ethical governance within the union.

Federal Judge Orders That NIH Grants Be Restored

A lawsuit claimed that directives to terminate research grants linked to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives were arbitrary and unconstitutional.