The EPA proposed repealing rules that limit planet-warming greenhouse gas emissions from power plants fueled by coal and natural gas
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Veterans are divided over the Army’s big parade, being held on Trump’s birthday
Veterans are divided over the army parade, which will feature military vehicles and thousands of soldiers, being held on Trump’s birthday.
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Judge blocks Trump’s orders to dismantle the Education Department and fire employees
A federal judge blocked Trump’s executive order to dismantle the Education Department and ordered it to reinstate employees who were fired.
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Electric Boat strike averted as CT sub designers agree to contract
The tentative deal with EB contains “unprecedented” wage increases of more than 30% over 5 years as well as increased retirement security.
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RFK, Jr. assures Congress funding for Head Start will not be cut
After layoffs, funding freezes at the six-decade-old program, HHS Secretary vows to ‘assure the program continues to serve’ families.
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William Tong, other AGs sue over conditions on federal funds
The lawsuit claims that the Trump administration is threatening to withhold funds unless states agree to immigration enforcement actions.
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Federal judge orders Trump administration to unblock pandemic relief money for schools
A federal judge ordered the Education Department to undo a freeze on relief money given to schools to help students recover from COVID-19.
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Tong joins other state AGs in lawsuit over Trump’s wind moratorium
The lawsuit challenged a Trump executive action directing federal officials to stop the leasing of new offshore areas for wind projects.
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Thousands of machinists union members go on strike at jet engine maker Pratt & Whitney
Over 3,000 union members have gone on strike at Pratt & Whitney in Connecticut, citing wage concerns, retirement benefits, and job security.