The Supreme Court has agreed to review a case that could have a major impact on the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB). The case centers around the Appropriations Clause of the Constitution, which states that "no money shall be drawn from the Treasury, but in consequence of appropriations made by law." The CFPB was created in the wake of the 2008 financial crisis and its regulations are now at risk of being overturned by the Supreme Court. The court is expected to hear the case in the spring of 2021.
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The Republican National Committee (RNC) has made it clear that any potential 2024 presidential candidates must pledge to support the party's nominee, or risk being banned from the debate stage. Former House Speaker Paul Ryan (R) has said he will not support Donald Trump in the 2024 election and RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel has given the clearest sign yet that 2024 GOP White House candidates will have to pledge to back the party's presidential nominee. This is a clear indication that the party is looking to move away from Trump's influence.
This article discusses the ongoing double murder trial of Alex Murdaugh, in which the defense has requested the jury visit the crime scene. The judge has allowed the request, and closing arguments are expected to begin on Wednesday. The outcome of the trial is still uncertain, but the visit to the crime scene is expected to help the jury better understand the case.
Tensions in the West Bank remain high after a weekend of violence that saw Israeli settlers attack Palestinians and the death of a Palestinian man, Sameh Hamdallah Mahmoud Aqtash. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has condemned the attacks and urged both sides to exercise restraint, while calling for an investigation into the attacks and the death of Aqtash. Aqtash was killed while trying to shut the village's gate and shouting to the stone-throwing mob that the villagers didn't want any trouble.
The House Select Committee on China was recently formed to investigate the Chinese government's human rights abuses and its influence on the U.S. economy. During a discussion on CBS's "Face the Nation", Republican Rep. Lance Gooden of Texas questioned the loyalty of Democratic Rep. Judy Chu due to her Chinese heritage. Both Republican and Democratic leaders of the panel condemned Gooden's comments, emphasizing the importance of respecting the diversity of backgrounds and experiences in the United States.
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador posted a photo of what he believes to be an “Aluxe”, a mischievous woodland spirit in Mayan folklore, on his social media accounts. The post was taken during his supervision of the Tren Maya project, which seeks to connect the Yucatan Peninsula with the rest of Mexico. The post has sparked a conversation about the importance of preserving Mexico’s cultural heritage and the need to ensure that the project is carried out responsibly.
The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case involving the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), a federal agency that protects consumers from unlawful financial services practices. The Biden administration had argued that a lower court decision invalidating the way the CFPB is funded threatens its entire mission. The outcome of the case could have far-reaching implications for the CFPB and the regulation of financial services in the US, with the court's ruling expected to be issued in June 2024.
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has reached a new deal on post-Brexit trade rules for Northern Ireland, which requires the region to follow some EU rules while still remaining part of the UK. The agreement has been welcomed by the EU and the UK government, and is seen as a major breakthrough in the UK's post-Brexit relationship with the EU. Sunak now faces the challenge of selling the deal to his own party, while also ensuring it is accepted by the EU.