White House Orders Over $800M in Funds Rescinded; Collins Calls It ‘Clear Violation’ of Law
White House seeks to rescind over $800M in funds via pocket rescission, drawing legal challenge from Sen. Susan Collins.
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Head Start Got Her Out of Homelessness. Trump Proposal Threatens That Help for Others
A proposal to cut Head Start's homeless enrollment rule puts vulnerable families at risk, threatening the safety net for thousands of children.
Social Security’s trust fund is nearly depleted, but the midterm campaigns barely mention it
Social Security's trust fund runs out in six years. Candidates won't discuss the fixes needed. Voters are left in the dark.
Lawmakers of Both Parties Push for More Money to Help Families Pay for Child Care
Democrats and Republicans agree on helping parents with child care, but disagree on the price tag. Here's how the plans compare.