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Federal Judge Blocks Attempt to Scrap $14 Billion Climate Initiative Under Biden Administration

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A federal judge has recently interrupted an attempt by officials from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) during Trump’s administration to terminate a significant $14 billion grant fund hailed as crucial to current climate change initiatives under President Joe Biden. This decision marks a prominent setback to the previous administration’s efforts to dismantle what they termed as regulatory overreach concerning environmental protections. The fund in question, designed to support various state and local projects aimed at reducing greenhouse emissions, enhancing energy efficiency, and investing in sustainable infrastructure, has been cited as integral to achieving Biden’s ambitious … Read more

Top Aviation Lawyer Endorses Trump’s Move to Scrap FAA Diversity Initiatives, Citing Safety Concerns

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Washington, D.C. — A recent directive from President Donald Trump, calling for an end to diversity-focused hiring practices within the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has sparked a mix of approbation and controversy. In his recent push against what he termed “illegal and dangerous” practices, Trump seeks to shift federal employment policies towards a merit-based system, claiming that hiring should focus solely on safety, qualifications, and competence. Legal perspectives, such as that from noted aviation attorney Erin Applebaum, support the decision, emphasizing the critical nature of aviation safety where there is no margin for error. Applebaum … Read more