When the employee highlighted the benefits of unionization and alleged unfair labor practices, Schultz responded with a remark perceived as a threat: “If you’re not happy at Starbucks, you can go work for another company.” Due to its coercive nature, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) later deemed this statement a violation of federal labor law.The NLRB’s decision, issued on Wednesday, reflects the ongoing tensions between Starbucks and organized labor as more stores unionize. While Starbucks has faced numerous allegations of union-busting tactics, the company has continued emphasizing its focus on “respecting partners’ rights to organize.”This case is part of a more extensive labor dispute history, including a recent Supreme Court decision in favor of Starbucks regarding seven employees who were fired after attempting to unionize. Despite these challenges, unionization efforts persist, with over 500 Starbucks locations having unionized as of October 2023.Starbucks has expressed disagreement with the NLRB’s findings but remains engaged in discussions with labor groups, signaling a continued push to resolve these issues.

The group, led by former U.S. Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch, cited concerns about former President Donald Trump’s impact on democracy and the rule of law, expressed gratitude to President Joe Biden for his leadership, and stated that Harris is the best candidate to continue his work and defeat Trump.The letter highlights what they see as Trump’s attempts to politicize the Department of Justice during his presidency and bypass the rule of law. Recent prosecutions involving Trump have amplified this concern. The signatories praise Harris for working alongside Biden to rebuild America’s global standing, advocate for workers and reproductive rights, and uphold the rule of law.While the letter includes former officials who served under both Democratic and Republican administrations, most signatories are aligned with the Democratic Party, reinforcing the letter’s partisan undertones. The group also acknowledged Harris’ significant role in the Senate, particularly her record-breaking number of tie-breaking votes.The letter closes by criticizing Trump’s legacy, particularly his appointments to the Supreme Court, which the former prosecutors argue have undermined reproductive rights and environmental protections, further stressing the importance of the upcoming election.

The Democratic National Convention in Chicago spotlighted Black women aiming to make history in American politics. Vice President Kamala Harris led the charge and secured the Party’s nomination as she strives to become the first woman to lead the White House.Two other trailblazers joined her on this historic path: Prince George’s County Executive Angela Alsobrooks and U.S. Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.), both vying to join the exclusive ranks of Black women who have served in the U.S. Senate.Alsobrooks, positioned to become Maryland’s first African American senator, delivered a prime-time speech on the convention’s second night, elevating her national profile. Earlier that day, Alsobrooks and Rochester were honored at a DuSable Black History Museum fundraiser in Chicago. The event drew past Senate trailblazers, including Sen. LaPhonza Butler (D-Calif.) and former Sen. Carol Moseley Braun (D-Ill.).During her speech, Alsobrooks shared her policy vision and personal journey, emphasizing her dedication to advancing women’s rights, healthcare reform, and economic opportunities for students and young people. She highlighted her strong stance on reproductive rights, stating, “One of the first pieces of legislation I want to co-sponsor is the Women’s Health Protection Act to ensure that women have codified the right to choose in federal

The campaign saw a surge in donations during the Democratic National Convention, bringing in $82 million during the week.The campaign characterized the convention contributions as “unprecedented grassroots donations.”It noted that the best hour of fundraising came after Harris delivered her highly anticipated speech on Thursday to accept the presidential nomination.Campaign chair Jen O’Malley Dillon mentioned that the campaign is using the resources to build on momentum heading into Labor Day, with November’s election on the horizon.A third of the contributions received during the DNC were first-time contributors, and two-thirds were from women. Volunteer engagement increased, with nearly 200,000 new volunteer shifts since the convention began.The party quickly coalesced around Harris after President Biden left the race, with $200 million of the month’s fundraising coming in during the first week.At the convention, prominent Democrats like former First Lady Michelle Obama, former President Barack Obama, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, and former President Bill Clinton encouraged Democrats to vote for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz.

In a social media post, Trump criticized ABC News for its biased coverage and questioned why he should participate in a debate against Harris on that network.Harris has been gaining ground in national polls and critical Midwestern swing states. The vice president is currently leading in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and is closely trailing in Michigan, while Trump continues to lead in the Sun Belt states, although Harris has narrowed the gap.Trump has repeatedly hinted at backing out of the ABC News debate. Initially, Trump indicated that he would only participate in a September 4th debate hosted by Fox News with Harris, but later reversed course and agreed to the ABC debate and proposed debates on Fox News and NBC.The Harris campaign did not immediately respond to Trump’s social media post; however, earlier communication emphasized its commitment to the scheduled debates, stating, “The debate about debates is over.” The campaign also confirmed its participation in the September 10th debate and expressed readiness for further debates in October.In his post, Trump also questioned the involvement of “Liddle’ George Slopadopolus,” one of his nicknames for ABC News host George Stephanopoulos, and raised the issue of Harris turning down invitations from other major networks.

The lawsuit, filed in Fulton County, focuses on two specific rules passed by the election board: the reasonable inquiry rule and the examination rule.Critics argue that these rules contradict Georgia’s certification statutes and were not implemented following the required procedures.The plaintiffs seek a court order to halt the two rules and affirm that election results must be certified by Georgia’s statutory deadline.The lawsuit also challenges the authority of the three GOP board members who approved the new rules, prompting Democratic state representatives to request their removal.The rules in question would enable county election board members to conduct “reasonable” inquiries and examine election-related documentation before certifying results, a move that critics say could introduce chaos and uncertainty into Georgia’s election process.The lawsuit emphasizes that the certification of election results is mandatory and not subject to local officials’ discretion. It seeks an injunction against the rules deemed inconsistent with certification obligations and procedurally flawed.This legal action is part of a broader political context as both Democrats and Republicans prepare for what is expected to be a fiercely contested election in Georgia.

LULAC has called for the Justice Department to investigate Paxton’s office for potential violations of the Voting Rights Act. They accuse Paxton’s office of conducting illegal searches based on voter fraud allegations.LULAC has voiced concerns about a history of voter suppression and intimidation targeting Black and Latino communities, especially in states like Texas, which have undergone significant demographic shifts. CEO Juan Proaño and national president Roman Palomares expressed these concerns in a letter.The Justice Department has acknowledged receiving the letter but declined to comment further. Paxton’s office has announced undercover operations and investigations into allegations of organizations unlawfully registering noncitizens to vote.LULAC officials have reported that some members in Texas were targeted in these raids, with their laptops and cell phones confiscated by Texas authorities executing search warrants. The raids specifically targeted Latino activists across the state.Juan Proaño, LULAC’s CEO, raised concerns about voter intimidation, describing Paxton’s efforts as blatant intimidation. LULAC officials highlighted instances where their members, such as Lidia Martinez and Manuel Medina, were targeted by law enforcement.During the raids, law enforcement seized Martinez’s phone, computer, personal calendar, blank voter registration forms, and certificate to conduct voter registration. During a press conference denouncing the raid, the 87-year-old long-time

The settlement resolves claims that St. Peter’s submitted false claims for payments to federal health care programs, including Medicare, Medicaid, and TRICARE, related to services performed and referred by Dr. Weiner.The government alleged that between 2015 and 2020, St. Peter’s submitted claims based on Dr. Weiner’s documentation and certification that were determined to be false, including office visits coded at a higher level of service than what was performed.Additionally, Dr. Weiner is accused of improper prescribing of controlled substances and ordering medically unnecessary treatments while serving as the chief medical oncologist at St. Peter’s Cancer Treatment Center.

he new indictment addresses the Supreme Court’s decision in July that Trump had broad immunity from charges relating to official acts as president.The indictment seeks to distinguish Trump’s private actions, which could result in charges, from his public duties, which would be immune from prosecution.The new indictment removes allegations against an unindicted co-conspirator and updates the charges to comply with the Supreme Court’s decision.Despite Trump’s objections, the Justice Department spokesperson stated that the grand jury updated the indictment to respect and implement the Supreme Court’s decision.The new indictment added phrasing related to Vice President Mike Pence’s role on January 6, 2021, and listed unindicted co-conspirators as “private” lawyers and consultants.The indictment alleges that Trump made false claims about the election on social media and during a speech on January 6, 2021.The U.S. District Judge Tanya Chutkan will decide which charges can survive the Supreme Court’s ruling, and Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith will submit a proposed schedule for arguments about the charges.

Fox News reported “Harris Topping Trump,” but no matter how you say it or look at it, #Trump is taking a beating and #Harris is winning.