A congressional report raises new questions about a pandemic relief loan to a troubled trucking company with close ties to the Trump administration.
Tag: Lobbying and Lobbyists
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Crypto Industry Helps Write, and Pass, Its Own Agenda in State Capitols
In the absence of federal regulations, crypto lobbyists and executives are going state by state to get favorable rules enacted. Many lawmakers have been willing partners.
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A Casino Atop Saks? Lobbyists Push for Manhattan Gambling Site
State lawmakers are weighing whether to fast-track a move to allow three new casinos in the New York City area, as part of this year’s budget negotiations.
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Inside New York City’s Decision to End Vaccine Mandate for Pro Athletes
Owners and executives of some of the wealthiest sports franchises urged Mayor Eric Adams to allow unvaccinated athletes to play in New York.
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How Europe Got Hooked on Russian Gas Despite Reagan’s Warnings
A Soviet-era pipeline, opposed by the president but supported by the oil and gas industry, set up the dependency that today helps fund the Russian assault on Ukraine.