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Minnesota Police Union Criticizes Mayor Freys Rhetoric After ICE Shooting: The Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association has denounced Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Freys reckless rhetoric following a fatal shooting by an ICE officer. The union warns that such inflammatory language endangers officers lives and hinders investigations.

Rep. Pat Harrigan introduces the Families First Housing Act, prioritizing American families for federally backed foreclosed homes. Amid housing affordability concerns and rising investor ownership, the bill aims to restore the American Dream of homeownership by granting families, nonprofits, and local governments exclusive bidding rights for 180 days, with transparency rules and penalties for bypassing protections.

Americans job anxiety hits record high, inflation expectations rise; Fed cuts key rate to tackle job risks and inflation.

Religious workers face job discrimination and unfair taxation for winning discrimination lawsuits. A Christian boat yard worker and a Jewish diamond company employee lost significant portions of their settlements to taxes. Congress can rectify this by amending the tax code to make discrimination awards tax-free, protecting religious freedom and preventing financial burden on workers and small businesses.

New York Citys top housing official, Cea Weaver, stirs controversy with her views on rent control, aiming to reduce housing value and challenge real estate as an investment. Weavers past social media posts, advocating for property seizure and criticizing homeownership, fuel criticism. Mayor Zohran Mamdani defends Weaver, focusing on affordable housing. The city plans to force landlord sales and expand rent regulations, potentially impacting investors and property rights.

Tensions escalate in Minneapolis following fatal shooting by ICE agent, sparking protests and clashes with federal agents. Governor and mayor urge peace, while Homeland Security Secretary defends officers actions. State officials demand ICE leave Minnesota, and joint investigation with FBI is planned. President Trump backs agents on social media.

Cooper Union agrees to combat campus antisemitism, settling a lawsuit from Jewish students who faced harassment during a 2023 rally. The school, a private Manhattan college, will implement changes to ensure a safer learning environment for Jewish students, following a federal judges ruling that free speech does not excuse the students treatment. This settlement aligns with a growing trend of lawsuits against U.S. colleges following the Hamas attacks on Israel in October 2023.

Jobless claims rise slightly in 2025, but remain near historic lows, indicating a resilient labor market. The four-week moving average even dipped, suggesting employers are not rushing to cut jobs. Continuing claims, however, saw a jump, signaling a softening job market that will be worth monitoring.

New York City parents may soon receive free child care for their two-year-olds, as Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani plan to announce a state-funded program. This initiative aims to alleviate the financial strain of child care costs, with the state covering the first two years, initially focusing on high-need neighborhoods. The collaboration between the city and state demonstrates a commitment to supporting families and sets the stage for further family-friendly policies.