Social Welfare

In Tacoma, Washington, where one in four households struggles to make ends meet, the launch of the Growing Resilience in Tacoma (GRIT) project brings hope for economic stability.  Developed through a collaboration between the City of…

The Social Security Administration (SSA) is set to restart payments for retirees this week, bringing much-needed financial relief to millions of Americans.  The resumption of payments will see beneficiaries once again receiving their…

Social Security benefits play a critical role in the financial well-being of retired workers across the United States.  As of January 2024, the average retirement payout stood at $1,907, with some individuals receiving a maximum benefit…

Renowned rapper 50 Cent, known for his outspoken views, recently took to social media to voice strong opposition to New York City Mayor Eric Adams' proposal to allocate $53 million in cash-back cards to economically disadvantaged…

The House approved a bipartisan tax package totaling $78 billion, which includes a temporary expansion of the child tax credit and the restoration of various business tax benefits.  This legislation will now proceed to the Senate, where…

Student and legal advocacy groups are joining forces to petition the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to eliminate the interview requirement for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) applicants.  These groups argue that the…