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Texas Gains Temporary Reprieve from New Overtime Rule, Rest of U.S. Employers Must Comply

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AUSTIN, Texas — In a significant ruling issued late Friday, the State of Texas has been temporarily exempted from adhering to a new federal overtime regulation that raises the salary threshold for so-called “white-collar” exemptions. The district court’s decision solely affects state employees, leaving private employers in Texas and nationwide required to comply with the scheduled changes. The legal challenge mounted by Texas against the Department of Labor (DOL) centers on the argument that the DOL overstepped its authority with the substantial increase in salary thresholds and the mandate for automatic adjustments every three years. … 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