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Social Security Benefits Hit by Student Loan Garnishment

HEAVILY 0% 100%   Sunday, June 1, 2025, 9:21 am

New policies now permit the garnishment of Social Security benefits to recover defaulted student loans, potentially reducing payment amounts for many recipients in June. This controversial measure raises concerns among beneficiaries about their financial security amid shifting regulatory practices.

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cnbc.com / Social Security checks may be smaller starting in June for some, as student loan garnishments begin

alternet.org / Social Security payments could shrink for some recipients in June — here's why

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 24 hours ago #legal #fees #federal-courts #social-security


Southwest Airlines ends free checked bag policy

HEAVILY 30% 70%   Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 11:22 am

Southwest Airlines has ended its beloved free checked bag policy, now charging fees for every bag. This long-awaited policy reversal marks a shift in an industry trend, leaving nostalgic travelers grumbling over the loss of complimentary luggage.

oann.com / Southwest Airlines ends free baggage policy, to charge $35 for first bag

cbsnews.com / Southwest becomes last major U.S. airline to set new checked bag fee

cbsnews.com / Here's how much checked bags will now cost on Southwest as airline implements new policy

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 4 days ago #airlines #travel #fees #market


NYC Congestion Pricing Legal Battle Blocks Trump Move

SLIGHTLY 60% 40%   Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 1:22 pm

A federal judge has effectively stalled the Trump administration’s attempt to dismantle Manhattan’s congestion pricing scheme. The ruling prevents the freezing of crucial funds meant to ease city traffic woes, leaving officials to scramble amid a high-stakes legal showdown.

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foxnews.com / Federal judge blocks Trump's attempt to kill NYC congestion pricing program

theepochtimes.com / Judge Temporarily Blocks Trump Admin’s Action Against New York State Over Congestion Toll

nypost.com / London’s soaring ‘congestion’ fees are a fresh warning for NYC

nypost.com / Trump’s bid to end NYC congestion pricing temporarily blocked by federal judge — here’s how long ruling will hold

go.com / Judge temporarily blocks Trump administration action over congestion pricing

bloomberg.com / NY Wins Bid to Stop US From Freezing Funds in Congestion Fight - Bloomberg.com

alternet.org / 'It's working!' New Yorkers celebrate as Trump officially loses legal battle against city

permalink / 7 stories from sources in 5 days ago #trump #legal #politics #fees


Circle Prepares for IPO Push with Billion-Dollar Valuation Aim

HEAVILY 30% 70%   Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 11:22 am

Circle Internet Group is making moves toward an IPO that could secure a valuation around $6.7 billion, with shareholders targeting a $624 million offering through 24 million Class A shares priced between $24 and $26. The development marks a high-stakes entry into the crypto market amid escalating investor scrutiny and industry volatility.

foxbusiness.com / Stablecoin giant Circle targets $6.7B valuation in IPO

cnbc.com / Stablecoin issuer Circle kicks off its IPO, targeting a nearly $6 billion valuation

bloomberg.com / Stablecoin Issuer Circle, Shareholders Seek $624 Million in IPO - Bloomberg.com

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 5 days ago #capitalism #innovation #fees #market


Southwest Airlines Ends Free Bags, Charges Passengers New Fees

HEAVILY 30% 70%   Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 9:23 am

Southwest Airlines has tossed aside its decades-long free-checked-bag policy in favor of new fees, sparking confused outrage among travelers. The airline’s sudden policy flip has left many scratching their heads—and wallets—as they brace for a more expensive boarding process.

nypost.com / Southwest Airlines ending free baggage policy — this is how much it’ll cost

cbsnews.com / U.S. airlines made over $7.2 billion in checked bag fees in 2024

cbsnews.com / Southwest announces its new baggage fees for checked bags

permalink / 3 stories from sources in 6 days ago #capitalism #airlines #travel #fees


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