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- 1Trump business empire could face subpoena blitz if Democrats win Congress●Trump family business empire faces subpoena blitz if Democrats take Congress: report
The Trump family's business empire is reportedly bracing for a wave of congressional subpoenas should Democrats retake control of Congress. According to the report, Democratic majorities would enable House committees to investigate the former president's company's finances, deals and foreign ties, opening a new legal front around the family enterprise.
- 2Generous Paternal Leave Improves Health and Equality, Research Finds●Generous paternal leave policies improve maternal and newborn health, family finances and workplace equality
New analysis argues that generous paternal leave policies deliver wide-ranging benefits: better maternal and newborn health, stronger family finances, and greater workplace gender equality. The piece suggests that when fathers take extended leave, mothers recover better after birth, households share income and care more evenly, and workplaces move closer to equal treatment of men and women.
- 3Editorial Series Examines How Trump Has Profited From Office▼The Art of the Steal: How Donald Trump has been lining his pockets | Editorial series
The Philadelphia Inquirer has launched an editorial series, 'The Art of the Steal', examining how Donald Trump has been lining his pockets. The series argues that Trump has used his political position for personal financial gain. It adds to ongoing debate about the blending of the Trump presidency with his family business interests.
- 4Vanguard warns most heirs inherit debts, not windfalls▼Vanguard flags a sobering debt gap facing most heirs
Vanguard has highlighted a debt gap affecting most people who receive inheritances, warning that heirs often face financial obligations that reduce or offset what they inherit. The analysis suggests inheritance planning matters more than many families assume, and commentators are urging households to discuss debts and estate plans openly before wealth is passed on.
- 5Family finance trend shifts focus from cost to protection▼The family finance trend shifting attention from 'what it costs' to 'what it protects'
A family finance trend is gaining attention as households and advisors reframe money decisions around what a purchase or policy protects rather than what it costs. Outlets including ABC17News and News Channel 3-12 are covering the shift, which points to growing interest in insurance, estate planning and risk management as core parts of family budgeting conversations.
- 6Michigan Veterans Describe How Iran War Affects Daily Life▼Michigan Vets Outline everyday Impacts of Iran War, airing Frustrations with GOP
Veterans in Michigan are speaking out about the everyday consequences of the conflict with Iran, describing strains on their families, finances and mental health while voicing frustration with the Republican Party's handling of the war. Their accounts add a personal dimension to the political debate over US military involvement in Iran and the direction of the GOP's foreign policy.