Democrats in Congress applauded the Fed’s decision to slash interest rates by half a percentage point, calling it a “big win for families.”
Rising temperatures and increased heatwaves fueled by climate change heighten farmworkers’ risk of heat-related illnesses according to a new report from Joint Economic Committee Democrats. Agricultural workers are 35x more likely to die from heat-related illnesses.
“Today’s release is welcome news that inflation continues to fall. The prices of energy and used cars are down. And wage growth is outpacing inflation. But there’s still work to do to ensure families feel relief. At the top of that list is cutting interest rates. "
"Democrats have delivered 43 months of consistent job growth and created nearly 16 million new jobs. That’s more than double the job creation under the Trump administration before March 2020."
“By expanding the capabilities of land ports of entry, we can keep our border and business communities thriving. That’s why I’ve been working for over a decade to modernize, expand, and deliver resources for New Mexico’s land ports of entry."
“Republican’s Project 2025 is a radical agenda that rolls back decades of progress we’ve made toward a better future for everyone. If Republicans get their way, low-income children will go hungry, seniors will be forced to choose between life-saving medication and putting food on the table, and the planet our kids inherit will be in jeopardy. We can’t let that happen”.
After more than two years of being politically battered over soaring prices, Wednesday’s inflation report left many Democrats feeling victorious.
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JEC Chairman Heinrich: “We need to make sure that this relief is reaching all Americans”
“Inflation is down. The price of gas or a new car have fallen over the last year. And many families can now breathe a bit easier. Now, we need to make sure that this relief is reaching all Americans."
Meanwhile, the frequency and severity of power outages are increasing, in part due to extreme weather, according to the Congressional Joint Economic Committee.
“Our children can’t succeed if they are worried about where their next meal is coming from. New Mexico set an example by passing universal school meals, and there is new momentum to make that a reality nationwide. When we invest in our kids and their education, we are investing in a better future for everyone.”