Nashville’s Metro Council Plans to Reappoint Ousted Lawmaker Justin Jones, Challenging Republican Leaders

Metro Council in Nashville plans to reappoint Democrat Justin Jones to the state House, a move that would challenge Republican leaders who expelled him following a racially charged debate. Reappointment of Justin Jones At least 29 of the 40 council members have said they will reappoint Jones, giving him more than the simple majority he … Read more

Former Tennessee State Representative Justin Pearson Expects Quick Reappointment After Expulsion for Gun Violence Protest

Former Tennessee state representative Justin Pearson is expecting to be quickly reappointed to the Legislature after his “unprecedented” expulsion for participating in a gun violence protest. Pearson, a Memphis Democrat, said on Sunday that he hopes to continue serving District 86 in the reappointment. He also expressed his willingness to run in a special election … Read more

White House Review Reignites Criticism Over Afghanistan Withdrawal

The White House has been criticized for its handling of the Afghanistan withdrawal, after releasing a 12-page review of the decision-making process that largely blamed the Trump administration for limiting President Biden’s options. Withdrawal of American Troops in Afghanistan While the Biden administration evacuated some 100,000 allies and American citizens from the country, the sudden … Read more

Former Biden Education Official Accused of Lobbying Agency After Taking New Job

Clare McCann, a former senior policy adviser in the US Department of Education, has been accused of lobbying for the education sector shortly after leaving her position to work for Arnold Ventures, a limited liability corporation. McCann Submits a 14-Page Comment About the Issue McCann submitted a 14-page comment with a colleague to the department … Read more

Up to $5,350 One-Time Payment Americans Can Claim this April

American Volkswagen and Audi drivers have until Wednesday, April 12, to apply for a one-time payment of up to $5,350. $5,350 One-Time Payment The one-time payment comes as part of a settlement after customers’ information was allegedly exposed in a data breach. The Volkswagen Group has agreed to settle for $3.5 million, although it has … Read more