Monthly Archives: August 2020

Watchdog groups say RNC appearances violated the Hatch Act

WASHINGTON – Two White House officials violated the Hatch Act by participating in choreographed events broadcast during the Republican National Convention, according to two separate ethical complaints filed by government watchdog groups. Secretary of State Chad Wolf, Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, wrote the law when he appeared at …

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Homeowners off Laura’s path should check insurance coverage

Downed powerlines will be seen on Highway 90 after Hurricane Laura passed through Iowa, Louisiana, on August 27, 2020. Elijah Nouvelage | Reuters If communities along the Gulf Coast assess the damage left in the wake of the hurricane, homeowners elsewhere can check their own insurance coverage. The massive storm …

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What is the Fed’s new policy framework, and why is it doing so?

(Reuters) – Here are five things to know about the Federal Reserve’s new strategy for achieving stable prices and maximum employment. The divisive policy shift was announced on Thursday. FILE PHOTO: Federal Reserve Board building on Constitution Avenue is pictured in Washington, USA, March 19, 2019. REUTERS / Leah Millis …

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