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US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Remembering Labor's Constitutional Rights

The Constitution protects workers' rights, but current court interpretations are hindered by anti-union legal challenges.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Top Trump Official Says Americans on Medicaid Should Replace Deported Farm Workers

There will be no amnesty for illegal agricultural workers in the U.S., and Americans on Medicaid should replace them, according to Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins.
Agriculture
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Ann Coulter Melts Down as Trump Softens on Farmworker Amnesty': We Didn't Kill Enough Indians'

Ann Coulter has historically shifted her opinion on Donald Trump, particularly regarding immigration policies, criticizing him when he appears too lenient. Recent concerns revolve around his rescinding of Temporary Protected Status for many immigrants.
US politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Minister to meet food delivery firms over reports of illegal workers

The government will meet food delivery companies next week following reports that some asylum seekers are working illegally as couriers within hours of their arrival in the UK.
UK news
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Immigration police making their presence known at NYC-area Home Depots

ICE is increasing arrests at day laborer hubs, particularly outside Home Depots in New York.
The Trump administration is prioritizing immigration enforcement, impacting immigrant workers significantly.
Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Trump Openly Orders ICE to Punish Democratic Cities

The Trump administration's mass-deportation initiative faces backlash from certain industries needing immigrant labor, prompting a reconsideration of aggressive immigration policies.
fromwww.chicagotribune.com
2 months ago

As labor costs rise, AI is learning to farm

A century ago, orchards were the primary source of income for Parker Flamm's grandfather, but now, Flamm Orchards is one of the last standing in southern Illinois.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Pizza Express, Lidl and Halfords named by Government for minimum wage failures

Major UK companies have been identified for underpaying employees, highlighting widespread issues in wage compliance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Horse racing industry braces for crackdown on illegal immigration

Immigrant workers are crucial to the horse racing industry, with their absence potentially threatening the sport's viability.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Under pressure, HHS reinstates hundreds of occupational health workers

Deep cuts to NIOSH remain "I welcome the return of some NIOSH scientists, but this isn't the NIOSH that all American workers need," said Dr. Robert Harrison.
Public health
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Amid Trump trade war, L.A. urged to hold off on wage hikes for tourism workers

"Two hotels have closed. More are starting to reduce services and lay off workers," Rosanna Maietta, president and chief executive of the American Hotel and Lodging Assn., said at City Hall last week. "If this ordinance is enacted, we expect more hotels to close."
Los Angeles
fromPortland Mercury
3 months ago

Shoofly Vegan Bakery Employees Locked Out After Disputes With New Owner

Employees at Shoofly Bakery in Portland walked off the job due to delayed paychecks, prompting a work stoppage.
NYC politics
fromNew York Magazine
3 months ago

The Newark Airport Crisis Started When Controllers Lost Contact With Planes

Newark Liberty Airport faced significant flight delays and cancellations due to air traffic controller communication failures caused by equipment issues.
Independent films
fromKqed
3 months ago

In Oakland, Ryan Coogler Shares the Story Behind 'Sinners' | KQED

Ryan Coogler reflects on personal loss and labor challenges while creating his film 'Sinners', emphasizing the importance of family and community.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Latest Line: A good week for Loren Taylor, a bad week for Omar Torres

Strong financial backing helped a lesser-known candidate win a special election over a prominent figure.
Recent minimum wage increase has benefited fast food workers' lives despite mixed job market data.
Omar Torres, a local politician, faced legal issues due to past sexual assault allegations.
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