
Proposed USAID Cuts Could Disrupt Louisiana Rice Farmers' Export Market
Proposed USAID staff cuts by Trump and Musk could halt key food aid programs, jeopardizing Louisiana rice farmers' exports and threatening market stability.
Proposed USAID staff cuts by Trump and Musk could halt key food aid programs, jeopardizing Louisiana rice farmers' exports and threatening market stability.
AFT President Randi Weingarten criticizes Trump's federal aid pause, calling it catastrophic for working families.
Governor Shapiro's efforts have attracted over $3 billion in investments, creating jobs and boosting Pennsylvania's economy through strategic public-private partnerships.
Over the last four years, the US economy has witnessed significant growth, adding more than 14.8 million jobs, including a remarkable increase of 800,000 manufacturing jobs—the largest gain since the 1970s. This period has also seen the creation of 10 million new small businesses in 2021 and 2022 alone, marking the strongest two-year period on record. Amidst this growth, the unemployment rate has plummeted to under 4%, the lowest level in 54 years. Notably, American wages have surged at the fastest rate this century, with inflation falling for 11 consecutive months to half its post-COVID peak. This has allowed US wages to not only outpace inflation but also to achieve the greatest gains among major economies worldwide, with young Americans and those starting families experiencing wage growth at four times the average rate.
The US economy is now outpacing China's for the first time since the 1970s, with significant contributions from the manufacturing sector, which has seen wages increase by over 25% from pre-pandemic levels. Nearly 90% of manufacturing positions now qualify for healthcare benefits, underscoring the enhanced quality of these new jobs. The manufacturing sector's resurgence has added nearly $12 trillion to the US economy and exported $1.6 trillion in goods last year alone. American workers are now enjoying greater financial security, with savings for retirement at an all-time high, showcasing the robust health and promising outlook of the US economy in a post-pandemic world.
After a year of negotiations, 6,500 Miami-Dade school workers win a fair contract, with raises and benefits, strengthening their union voice amid challenges.
Japan, Singapore, South Korea, UAE, US, Australia join Advantage Assam 2.0 for investment in Northeast India.
AFSCME's Lee Saunders criticizes RFK Jr.'s confirmation as health secretary, citing his values as misaligned with health workers and a threat to public health.
The global renewable energy investment market is projected to grow by USD 181.9 billion from 2024-2028, driven by AI.
Kaiser workers strike in Southern California, demanding mediation and better terms. Despite rain, protests grow, spotlighting disparities with Northern California.
The AFT and MomsRising launch a Times Square ad highlighting Trump's unfulfilled promise to lower grocery prices.