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Freelance Workers Sue US Department of Labor Over Biden Administration’s Independent Contractor Rule, Citing Unconstitutionality

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Atlanta, Georgia – A group of freelance writers and editors has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Labor, challenging the legality of the Biden administration’s new rule that makes it harder for companies to classify workers as independent contractors. The four freelancers filed the lawsuit in a federal court in Georgia, arguing that the recently unveiled rule, which they consider to be vague, violates the U.S. Constitution. This lawsuit is the first to challenge the rule, which is set to take effect on March 11. The plaintiffs claim that the new rule is … Read more

President’s Son Hunter Biden Will Comply with Subpoena if Properly Issued, Lawyer Says

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WASHINGTON — Hunter Biden’s attorney has indicated that he will comply with a new subpoena issued by House Republicans in the ongoing investigation into his business dealings. The attorney’s letter, obtained by NBC News, stated that if a “new” and “proper” subpoena is issued, Mr. Biden will comply with a hearing or deposition. The letter was addressed to House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer and House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan. Hunter Biden’s lawyer, Abbe Lowell, argues that the subpoenas issued to his client so far have been “legally invalid.” Lowell points out that they … Read more

California Judge Nominated for Federal Bench by Biden Withdraws Nomination, Raising Questions About Selection Process

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A California judge who was selected by President Joe Biden for the federal bench has withdrawn her nomination amid bipartisan opposition. The withdrawal comes as an unexpected setback for the Biden administration’s efforts to fill vacancies in the judicial system. Judge Jennifer Parker, who currently sits on the California Court of Appeal, was nominated by Biden in January for a seat on the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. However, her nomination faced criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, leading to mounting pressure for her to withdraw. The opposition to Parker’s … Read more

Texas Governor Argues that Mayor Adams Should Sue President Biden, Not Bus Companies, Over NYC’s Migrant Crisis

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New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing criticism from Texas Governor Greg Abbott over his lawsuit against bus companies that Texas has paid to transport asylum-seekers to the Big Apple. Abbott argued that Adams should be suing President Biden instead, as it is Biden’s policies that have led to the influx of migrants into the United States. The governor called Adams’ lawsuit a “political statement” and claimed that it violates the United States Constitution. Abbott stated that Adams’ legal action is baseless because all the migrants being transported to New York City have already … Read more