Misinformation about Congressional Pay Raise

Elon Musk wrongly claimed that members of Congress were voting for a 40% pay increase, when in reality, the proposed raise was 3.8%. The raise was later stripped from the bill.

House Passes Defense Bill with Pay Raise for Troops and Elimination of DEI Programs

The House passed a defense bill that gives junior enlisted troops a pay raise and eliminates DEI programs at the Pentagon. The bill also addresses transgender healthcare coverage and other military-related issues.

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) 2024

The House is set to vote on the National Defense Authorization Act, which includes a 1% increase in defense budget, a 14.5% pay raise for junior enlisted troops, and efforts to eliminate DEI programs at the Pentagon.

Proposed Pay Raise for Junior Enlisted Troops

Veterans on Duty chairman Jeremy Hunt criticizes the Biden administration for opposing a proposed pay raise for junior enlisted troops as recruitment struggles in the military. Both parties in the Armed Service Committee support the pay boost.

Chicago Teachers Union Demands $50 Billion Contract

The Chicago Teachers Union is demanding a $50 billion contract with provisions including free abortion services, cash to migrants, LGBTQ concessions, and a significant pay raise despite falling student enrollment and worsening student proficiency rates.