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'Amazon put identity theft victims through a Kafkaesque ordeal': FTC issues $2.5 million fine over denying requests

The Federal Trade Commission accused Amazon of making it difficult for identity theft victims to actually get records of fraudulent transactions.

Tom’s Guide

Slaughter ruling expands Trump's power

The recent SCOTUS case greatly increased the power of the executive branch

Salon

Supreme Court ruling in Trump v. Slaughter turbocharges presidential power

The U.S. Supreme Court – with its six conservative justices, three of whom were nominated by President Donald Trump – has recently reversed landmark decisions that have long guided American government and society. Over the last few years, the court has stripped federal protection of abortion rights, affirmative action, gun…

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The supreme court has again undermined the power of Congress

The Trump v Slaughter decision allows the president further influence over agencies Congress itself created

The Guardian - US

Rental Lease Clauses That Can Affect a Household Budget More Than Rent

A monthly rent number often looks like the biggest expense on a lease, but that figure rarely tells the full story of housing costs. Many renters focus on rent alone and miss the fine print that quietly shapes what actually leaves a bank account each month. Lease agreements often include…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Federal Reserve independence secures an important, but not final, victory at US Supreme Court

The Federal Reserve, under pressure from President Donald Trump to cut interest rates and bend to his will, just got an important assist from the U.S. Supreme Court.

The Conversation

Outcry over supreme court decision to grant Trump power to fire agency chiefs

Legal and labor experts say Trump v Slaughter decision upends settled constitutional law in favor of ‘loyalty test’

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Can the President Fire Anyone He Wants? Yes, Unless the Target Is Part of the Federal Reserve.

In a pair of decisions on Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that presidents have full authority to fire heads of executive branch agencies—but that the Fed is different.

Reason

Supreme Court Ends Agency "Independence," Save for the Federal Reserve

As expected, the Supreme Court overturns Humphrey's Executor, but reaffirms the independence of the Federal Reserve.

Reason

Supreme Court stops Trump firing of Fed board member

The Supreme Court ruled against President Donald Trump’s effort to remove Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook on Monday, even as the justices expanded presidential power to remove members of the Federal Trade Commission and other independent agencies. The two decisions written by Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr —…

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NHTSA Clarifies It Doesn’t Issue Traffic Tickets — How to Handle Suspicious Citation Texts and Calls

The rise of scams when it comes to tickets, toll fees, and other road-related charges has become alarming in recent years. People check their text...

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8 Used Car Warranty Questions to Ask Before Paying for Repairs

Used car repairs can turn into expensive surprises fast, especially when warranty coverage feels unclear or confusing. Many drivers assume a warranty automatically covers every issue, but that assumption often leads to unexpected bills at the repair shop. The Federal Trade Commission warns that warranties and service contracts come with…

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8 Low-Cost Weekly Routines Retirees Are Using to Feel More in Control of Their Money

Many retirees discover that financial confidence has less to do with how much money they have and more to do with how closely they manage...

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Federal Trade Commission sues leading transgender health group

The Federal Trade Commission and four states are suing the World Professional Association for Transgender Health

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The Guardian - US

Why are US consumers so angry? It’s not just high prices

There’s a stew of factors at work behind the rise in consumer rage – but there are potential solutions, too

The Guardian - UK

Online child safety campaigners call for US inquiry into Roblox

Groups claim games platform’s design and business model conflict with children’s developmental needs

Clever Dude

FTC Reports A Rise In Fake Toll-By-Plate Text Scams, Targeting Drivers In Multiple States

Scam texts are hitting drivers with a surprising sense of urgency, and they look official enough to cause real confusion in just seconds. The Federal Trade Commission has flagged a sharp rise in fake toll-by-plate messages that trick people into believing they owe unpaid road fees. These messages often demand…

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John Deere Settled $99 Million Right-To-Repair Lawsuit, but Won’t Admit Any Wrongdoing

John Deere just offered $99 million and amendments to its repair policy to settle a right-to-repair lawsuit, but won't admit any wrongdoing, possibly due to a secondary ongoing lawsuit.

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Maryland becomes first state to ban surveillance pricing in grocery stores

Critics say Maryland’s new law banning rapidly change product costs based on consumer data is full of carveouts

Fortune

Americans lost $2.1 billion to social media scams last year, 8 times more than in 2020. Facebook alone cost users more than texts and emails combined

More than two-thirds of the total amount lost came from Meta-owned apps, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

International Business Times UK

Got An IRS Call Threatening Arrest? Americans Must Watch Out For Sophisticated AI Scam On Tax Day

Cybercriminals are using AI-generated voices to impersonate IRS agents, exploiting taxpayer anxiety during the US tax filing season. The scams aim to extract financial details or money from victims.

The Guardian - US

US senators rebuke Ticketmaster for raising fees after hidden charge crackdown: ‘Bait and switch’

Richard Blumenthal says Ticketmaster acts like it has ‘get-out-of-jail-free card’ as records show company upping fees to avoid losses

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Kroger Store Closures Begin in 13 States Following Failed Albertsons Merger

The grocery industry recently witnessed the collapse of a historic corporate deal. The proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons dominated retail news for 2 years. The companies argued the merger would lower prices and improve supply chains. Federal regulators strongly disagreed. The Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit…

The Guardian - US

Ticketmaster quietly raised other fees after US crackdown on hidden charges

Documents obtained by Guardian show company increased different fees to ‘offset revenue loss’ from FTC rule change

The Independent UK

Three common things American retirees should avoid with mortgages

More than 40 percent of people ages 65 to 79 have a mortgage, according to the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University

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