President Trump said his administration won't restart the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food benefits, for 42 million low-income Americans until the government shutdown ends. … [Read more...] about Trump says SNAP benefits won’t resume until government reopens
Reports predict U.S. hiring rebound in 2026
The nation's historic hiring freeze likely will thaw in the coming year as most employers expand their workforces, according to recent reports. … [Read more...] about Reports predict U.S. hiring rebound in 2026
Virginia, New Jersey elections could signal national political mood ahead of 2026 midterms
Voters in Virginia, New Jersey, and other states are heading to the polls Tuesday in high-stakes elections that could provide early indicators of the national political climate ten months into President Trump's second term and one year before the 2026 midterms. … [Read more...] about Virginia, New Jersey elections could signal national political mood ahead of 2026 midterms
New York’s Jewish community divided, anxious over Mamdani, an Israel critic
New York City's Jewish community - the largest in the United States - abounds with anxiety and friction a day ahead of an election that could give the city its first Muslim mayor. … [Read more...] about New York’s Jewish community divided, anxious over Mamdani, an Israel critic
Cuomo makes final pitch to New York voters in last-stand attempt to close gap with Mamdani
Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo campaigned for mayor across all five New York City boroughs Monday, hoping to close a double-digit deficit with socialist frontrunner Zohran Mamdani and telling voters the job is "too big" for his inexperienced rival. … [Read more...] about Cuomo makes final pitch to New York voters in last-stand attempt to close gap with Mamdani