US Economy

TL/DR - Fifteen House Democrats have urged President Biden to use his executive powers to secure the U.S. border amid a partisan stalemate in Congress. In their letter, the Democrats, many of whom face competitive re-election contests, stated that the situation remains untenable and, with Republicans blocking a bipartisan border bill earlier in…

TL/DR - The Inflation Reduction Act, implemented 18 months ago, has stimulated over $1.3 billion investment in West Virginia, creating 850 jobs. Major companies, including Berkshire Hathaway Energy, Gestamp, Form Energy, and Solar Holler have established operations in the state; they are involved in projects such as solar-powered microgrids,…

TL/DR - Six American states still have funds from the COVID-19 stimulus packages and the American Rescue Plan to distribute to their residents in 2023. In addition, new financial benefits have been introduced under the Inflation Reduction Act, which include health savings, energy-saving programs, and a capped cost on insulin for certain Medicare…

TL/DR - Congressman Mike Kelly, who opposed President Biden's climate change legislation, used solar credits from the bill for his car dealership. His auto dealership received a $315,000 grant from the US Department of Agriculture to install a solar array, which will save his company over $23,000 per year. Despite his initial opposition, Kelly's…