Tag: Labor

Unlike in 2013, Congress has not pre-emptively funded paychecks for members of the military and civilians who work for the Defense Department. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)

Federal workers could get double pay if there’s a shutdown

Steven Nelson · January 18, 2018 8:02 pm

The new rule basically legalizes affordable health coverage for small businesses. (iStock photo)

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The Trump administration just carved another chunk out of Obamacare

Sally Pipes · January 18, 2018 3:47 pm

On Thursday, the Labor Department reports on the number of people who applied for unemployment benefits a week earlier. Forecasters had expected new jobless claims to drift down to around 250,000. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)

Jobless claims drop to lowest level in nearly 45 years

Joseph Lawler · January 18, 2018 1:32 pm

On Wednesday, the Supreme Court heard arguments over whether the Fair Labor Standards Act's overtime rules extend to "service advisers" at auto dealerships. (AP Photo/J. David Ake)

Supreme Court considers exceptions to overtime rule

Sean Higgins · January 17, 2018 10:49 pm

Two of Barbara Jordan's recommendations — ending chain migration and implementing an electronic employment verification system — remain unfulfilled to this day and are major components of the Trump administration's proposal to reform current laws. (AP Photo/Tim Sharp,file)

White House honors Barbara Jordan, a Democrat who shared Trump’s immigration views

Anna Giaritelli · January 17, 2018 4:29 pm

In an order Wednesday, the court stayed part of a district court decision "with respect to refugees covered by a formal assurance." (AP Photo/Jon Elswick)

Supreme Court should reverse the 9th Circuit’s flawed deference to administrative state

John Eastman · January 15, 2018 5:01 am

The Trump administration is now allowing states to institute work requirements for Medicaid. Despite what critics say, such requirements ensure that Medicaid will actually help the working poor. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

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Champion the working poor with work requirements for Medicaid

Hadley Heath Manning · January 13, 2018 1:57 am

On Friday, President Trump nominated business lawyer John Ring to ensure the National Labor Relations Board will have a majority of Republican appointees. (AP Photo/Jon Elswick, File)

Trump pick John Ring would ensure GOP majority at labor enforcement agency

Sean Higgins · January 13, 2018 12:32 am

Employees under 25, who are historically making less than previous generations, are most likely to benefit from the positive consequences of tax reform. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Walmart wage increase benefits young workers the most

Corinne Clark · January 12, 2018 7:22 pm

The federal government paid more than $375,0000 over 10 years to settle complaints filed against House lawmakers. The settlements are categorized more broadly to include discrimination based on race, sex, age, disability and other factors. (Andrew Harrer/Bloomberg)

Feds paid more than $375,000 over 10 years settling complaints for House lawmakers

Susan Ferrechio · January 12, 2018 6:18 pm

"Certainly we want the American workforce to be healthy and we're focused on helping improve healthcare across the board, but we also want people to have jobs," Sarah Sanders said. (AP Photo/Manuel Balce Ceneta)

White House: Some take advantage of Medicaid

Kimberly Leonard · January 11, 2018 9:03 pm

Walmart announced the starting wage rate will be bumped to $11 an hour and eligible employees will receive a cash bonus of up to $1,000. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)

Walmart to raise wages and give bonuses, citing GOP tax cuts

Caitlin Yilek · January 11, 2018 1:38 pm