7 myths about the MBTA Communities Act, debunked by experts

In Kerr County, Texas, emergency management director William "Dub" Thomas admitted he was sick and asleep as catastrophic flooding unfolded, killing over 100 people. During a legislative hearing, officials discussed the lack of timely weather alerts and the rapid rise of the Guadalupe River, which exceeded 220,000 cubic feet per second, overwhelming summer camps and leading to tragic losses. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump ordered the firing of Labor Statistics Commissioner Erika McEntarfer after a disappointing July jobs report revealed a slowdown in hiring and significant downward revisions to previous months' data. Critics, including economists and some Republicans, expressed concerns that this dismissal undermines the integrity of economic data, emphasizing the importance of unbiased information in assessing the labor market. Want More Context? 🔎

Ghislaine Maxwell, convicted for aiding Jeffrey Epstein in sex trafficking, has been moved from a low-security prison in Florida to a minimum-security facility in Texas, a transfer criticized by Epstein's accusers as preferential treatment. This shift follows her recent discussions with federal officials regarding Epstein's case, amidst ongoing scrutiny and calls for more transparency from the Justice Department. Want More Context? 🔎

President Trump announced the positioning of two nuclear submarines in response to threatening remarks from Russia's former president, Dmitry Medvedev. Medvedev criticized Trump's ultimatum regarding a ceasefire with Ukraine, warning of potential escalation, while Trump urged Medvedev to "watch his words" and highlighted Russia's existing nuclear capabilities. Want More Context? 🔎

The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) will wind down operations after losing federal funding due to actions by the Trump administration, including an executive order and congressional decisions. CPB President Patricia Harrison announced that most staff positions will end by September 30, 2025, warning that defunding public media, crucial for emergency alerts, could significantly impact rural communities. Want More Context? 🔎

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is launching a recruitment drive to add 10,000 personnel, offering up to $50,000 in bonuses and student loan assistance to fill roles like deportation officers and attorneys, amid a goal to ramp up deportations to one million annually. The recruitment is funded by a $165 billion allocation from President Trump's tax and spending bill, which significantly increases ICE's budget. Want More Context? 🔎