Giorno: 23 Maggio 2023

House votes to end Biden’s crackdown on gas-powered trucks; four Dems join GOP

The House passed legislation Tuesday to reject a Biden administration environmental regulation that targets heavy-duty vehicle tailpipe emissions. In a 221-203 vote, the House approved the resolution with 217 Republicans and four Democrats voting in favor. In April, Rep. Troy Nehls, R-Texas, a member of the Transportation Committee’s Highways and Transit subcommittee, introduced the resolution […]

Largest US Gay Rights Group Issues Fla. Travel Advisory

The largest LGBTQ+ rights organization in the U.S. joined other civil rights organizations Tuesday in issuing a travel advisory for Florida, warning that newly passed laws and policies may pose risks to minorities, immigrants and gay travelers.The Human Rights Campaign…

FISA Due for Renewal, but Prospects Taking a Hit

The secret court used to generate warrants to spy on individuals is due for renewal, but the Durham report and other government weaponization investigation findings have damaged the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act’s reputation.

Axios Harris Poll: Disney’s Reputation Tumbles

The Walt Disney Company’s reputation took a dive among Americans, according to this year’s Axios Harris Poll 100, which showed the corporation has dropped by a dozen spots after its ongoing battle with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over his so-called “Don’t Say Gay” bill and students’ LGBTQ+ rights. 

Gallup Poll: 36% Say They’re Familiar With ESG

A 37% minority of Americans say they are at least somewhat familiar with ESG, or environmental, social and governance criteria that some take into account when deciding about buying products and services or investing, according to a new Gallup poll.

Report: Treasury Asking Agencies to Delay Payments

As the debt ceiling impasse between President Joe Biden and GOP members of Congress continues, the U.S. Treasury is asking federal agencies if they can make payments “at a later date” to avoid a possible default in early June.