Might the Social Security Fairness Act still pass this year?
Just before the year ends, Congress may pass the Social Security Fairness Act. Here's what's in the bill and who it's for.
Politics and policy
US hiring rebounds, but rising unemployment keeps fed cut alive
U.S. hiring picked up in November and the unemployment rate increased, pointing to a moderating labor market rather than one that’s significantly deteriorating. Nonfarm payrolls rose 227,000 last month following an upwardly revised 36,000 gain in October — a month constrained by storms and strikes — according to Bureau of Labor Statistics figures released Friday. […]
How Trump’s incoming presidency might impact reproductive care
Chief strategy officer at MomsRising breaks down how Trump's election may impact access to abortion care nationwide.
Transgender rights are tested at Supreme Court over state bans on youth care
The U.S. Supreme Court considers the constitutionality of state laws that ban gender-affirming treatments for minors.
Will the Affordable Care Act survive a Trump presidency?
Under Trump, will Republicans finally eliminate the Affordable Care Act, or will it be modified in some undetermined way?
Ask an advisor: How can I Trump-proof my finances?
Not every investor is expecting a Trump boom. Some expect a crash. How should they adjust their finances — if at all?
EEOC lawsuits are down in 2024: Here’s what this means for employers
EEOC lawsuits decreased by 24% compared to the previous year, marking one of the lowest numbers of suits filed in nearly three decades.
Amazon makes it harder for disabled employees to work from home
A new policy requires disabled employees to go through a more intense vetting process, determining if in fact they can continue to work remotely.
Supreme Court continues to curb bid-rigging prosecutions
The Supreme Court left intact a ruling that curbs the Justice Department's ability to prosecute people and companies for bid-rigging.
Tech giants brace for AI revamp, antitrust pullback in Trump 2.0
The incoming administration will bring multiple changes to existing legislation and leadership in the technology sector.
DEI isn’t going anywhere — but it may get a rebrand
Sarah Reynolds, CMO at HiBob, breaks down what the future of DEI looks like in the backdrop of compliance challenges.
US Election Day is here after a bruising 2024 campaign
Polling suggests the presidential race is as close as any in modern history.
Reproductive healthcare remains top of mind for voters
Kindbody and theSkimm partner up, surveying 2,000 Americans on reproductive healthcare's impact on their politics.
What the 2024 presidential election could mean for women’s rights in the U.S.
Ann Olivarius weighs in on the impact of Vice President Kamala Harris' candidacy in the 2024 election.
Supreme Court lets Virginia purge voter rolls for the election
The U.S. Supreme Court let Virginia carry out a purge of an estimated 1,600 residents from its voter rolls.
A how-to guide on keeping political conversations productive at work
A workplace productivity expert shares best practices for safe conducive communication at work.
Georgia election officials barred from delaying 2024 results
A judge ruled that county election officials across Georgia cannot refuse to certify the results of the 2024 presidential contest.
‘Diet’ COLA: Advisers talk to clients about the lowest increase in years
With inflation figures falling, retirees can expect a 2.5% increase in 2025. Here's how planners are guiding clients through the impact of that slight bump.
Benefits Think How to support your employees with family building during uncertain times
Education, awareness and the confidence to act can help employers keep their employees' reproductive needs covered.
Haleigh Tebben
Kindbody
MomsRising is showing their support for 2024 election candidates
The social welfare and advocacy group is endorsing more than 70 candidates across state, House and Senate races.
