Trump’s Tariffs Are Harming U.S. Carmakers They Claim to Help
August 19, 2025
Ford faces $800M in Q2 losses from Trump-era tariffs meant to aid U.S. automakers, highlighting unintended harm to domestic manufacturing.
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Tariffs Drive Surge in Vegetable Prices—Shoppers to Pay More
August 19, 2025
The nearly 40% increase is the biggest one-month move for a summer month in almost a century.
Proposed USAID Cuts Could Disrupt Louisiana Rice Farmers' Export Market
February 11, 2025
Proposed USAID staff cuts by Trump and Musk could halt key food aid programs, jeopardizing Louisiana rice farmers' exports and threatening market stability.
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Alexandria City Professionals Vote to Unionize with AFSCME Council 20
March 15, 2026
Alexandria professionals voted 155-1 to unionize with AFSCME, ensuring a collective voice in workplace issues, marking a pivotal moment for the region.
Lyzr AI Raises $14.5M in Series A+ Round, Valued at $250 Million
March 15, 2026
Lyzr AI secures $14.5M in Series A+ funding, led by Accenture, boosting its valuation to $250M.
AFSCME Sues to Block Cuts to Essential Public Health Funding
March 14, 2026
AFSCME files lawsuit against Trump-Vance's directive to terminate CDC health grants in Democrat-led states, risking public health programs and jobs.
U.S. Biogas Industry Sees Strong Growth with $2 Billion Investment in 2025
March 14, 2026
New data from the American Biogas Council reveals 70 new projects in 2025, boosting U.S. biogas capacity by 7.5%.
Austin City Council Approves Consultation Process for City Workers
March 13, 2026
AFSCME Local 1624 members gain a voice in Austin's city operations through a new consultation policy, fostering collaboration and safeguarding jobs.
Global Energy Storage Market Matures with Growth in Infrastructure Investment
March 13, 2026
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Global energy storage matures in 2026, focusing on infrastructure investment and grid integration, with US growth.
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