#ElizabethWarren and #AOC say childcare is breaking American families, with costs up 263% since 1990 and higher than rent in 49 states, arguing it’s treated as a luxury instead of infrastructure. #usa #Childcare #Economy

They point to a supply crisis driven by low wages. “There are millions of families who need childcare, but there are not enough childcare workers because wages are too low.” The... https://instagr.am/p/DWtxGceOsPW/

voteinorout on Instagram: "#ElizabethWarren and #AOC say childcare is breaking American families, with costs up 263% since 1990 and higher than rent in 49 states, arguing it’s treated as a luxury instead of infrastructure. #usa #Childcare #Economy They point to a supply crisis driven by low wages. “There are millions of families who need childcare, but there are not enough childcare workers because wages are too low.” Their proposal, the Child Care for Every Community Act, would cap costs at 7% of income, with many families paying about $10 a day, while raising worker pay to match public school teachers. The plan frames childcare as essential infrastructure, like roads or schools, aimed at lowering costs, increasing workforce participation, and addressing long-term economic strain on families. — It’s time that we give families the quality, affordable childcare that they deserve. Let’s get this done. Follow @senwarren for more. Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson"

25 likes, 0 comments - voteinorout on April 2, 2026: "#ElizabethWarren and #AOC say childcare is breaking American families, with costs up 263% since 1990 and higher than rent in 49 states, arguing it’s treated as a luxury instead of infrastructure. #usa #Childcare #Economy They point to a supply crisis driven by low wages. “There are millions of families who need childcare, but there are not enough childcare workers because wages are too low.” Their proposal, the Child Care for Every Community Act, would cap costs at 7% of income, with many families paying about $10 a day, while raising worker pay to match public school teachers. The plan frames childcare as essential infrastructure, like roads or schools, aimed at lowering costs, increasing workforce participation, and addressing long-term economic strain on families. — It’s time that we give families the quality, affordable childcare that they deserve. Let’s get this done. Follow @senwarren for more. Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson".

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Senators Ask Tulsi Gabbard To Tell Americans That VPN Use Might Subject Them To Domestic Surveillance

This may not be an actual “Wyden siren,” but it still has his name attached to it. What’s being said here isn’t nearly as ominous as this single sentence he sent to CIA lead…

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qwant news | Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk Being Taxed Less Than An 'Average Nurse'? Jayapal, Elizabeth Warren Say Not An

Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D‑Wash.) and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D‑Mass.) are pushing to revive the Ultra‑Millionaire Tax Act, which would levy a 2 % annual tax plus a 1 % surcharge—totaling a 3 % yearly tax—on fortunes exceeding $50 million. The legislation, backed by Rep. Brendan F. Boyle and more than 40 other lawmakers, targets the wealthiest 0.15 % of U.S. households (about 260,000 families) and aims to narrow the racial wealth gap. According to a new analysis, the bill could raise roughly $6.2 trillion over the next decade, funding programs such as universal child care, free community college, and expanded Medicare—all without increasing taxes for the remaining 99.85 % of households.

Earlier in March, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I‑VT) and Rep. Ro Khanna (D‑Calif.) introduced the “Make Billionaires Pay Their Fair Share Act,” proposing a 5 % wealth tax on U.S. billionaires that could generate enough revenue to provide $3,000 payments to millions of Americans. The plan would affect around 938 billionaires and is framed as another effort to curb economic inequality. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon warned that rising taxes alone would not solve the nation’s challenges, emphasizing that migration from high‑cost states like California and New York to cheaper regions such as Nevada and Florida is already straining major cities and that broader policy reforms and better use of government funds are needed.

The debate unfolds as Washington state recently enacted a millionaires’ tax (Senate Bill 6346) that taxes income over $1 million and directs revenue toward families and small businesses—funding free school meals, expanded tax credits, affordable child care, and eliminating sales tax on diapers and over‑the‑counter drugs. Critics, including Dimon, argue that simply increasing taxes on the ultra‑wealthy may not address underlying systemic issues, while proponents contend that these measures are essential to reduce the stark wealth disparity highlighted by the fact that billionaires such as Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, investor Warren Buffett, media mogul Michael Bloomberg, and Tesla’s Elon Musk are taxed at lower effective rates than an average nurse.

Read more: https://www.benzinga.com/news/politics/26/04/51644811/mark-zuckerberg-elon-musk-being-taxed-less-than-an-average-nurse-jayapal-elizabeth-warren-say-not-anymore

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Mark Zuckerberg, Elon Musk Being Taxed Less Than An 'Average Nurse'? Jayapal, Elizabeth Warren Say Not An

Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) criticized the tax rates of billionaires and expressed dissatisfaction with the current tax system.

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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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Ars Technica: Senators want US energy information agency to monitor data center electricity usage. “Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican Senator Josh Hawley are urging the US’s central energy information agency to provide better information on how much electricity data centers actually use.”

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Ars Technica: Senators want US energy information agency to monitor data center electricity usage

Ars Technica: Senators want US energy information agency to monitor data center electricity usage. “Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren and Republican Senator Josh Hawley are urging the US’s …

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Pete Hegseth wollte wohl vor dem Irankrieg in einen Rüstungsfonds investieren. Der Verteidigungsminister wäre nicht der Erste. Die berühmteste Traderin im Washingtoner Machtzirkel ist eine Ikone der Demokraten.#Wirtschaft #WirtschaftindenUSA #ETF #NancyPelosi #PeteHegseth #ElizabethWarren
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Pete Hegseth wollte wohl vor dem Irankrieg in einen Rüstungsfonds investieren. Der Verteidigungsminister wäre nicht der Erste. Die berühmteste Traderin im Washingtoner Machtzirkel ist eine Ikone der Demokraten.

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When Trump is gone and there is a democrats government, the major question is... will they have enough majority and the will, to get the money out of #USPolitics ? That's it.
(They can ask #ElizabethWarren if they want to know how/what)

yahoo news | Elizabeth Warren Slams Big Tech–Heavy AI Council As Lisa Su, Michael Dell, Other...

President Donald Trump’s latest round of appointments to the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology (PCAST) has drawn enthusiastic praise from a slew of high‑profile tech leaders. Advanced Micro Devices CEO Lisa Su said she was “honored to be nominated” and looked forward to advancing U.S. technology leadership, while Dell Technologies founder Michael Dell called it a “privilege” to help ensure America leads in the “Golden Age of Innovation.” The council, co‑chaired by venture capitalist David Sacks and former White House technology adviser Michael Kratsios, also includes Nvidia’s Jensen Huang, Meta’s Mark Zuckerberg, Oracle’s Larry Ellison and Alphabet co‑founder Sergey Brin, among others.

The new wave of members reflects a distinctly corporate‑centric composition, with several CEOs posting gratitude on X (formerly Twitter) alongside promises to drive AI and emerging‑technology policy. Sacks highlighted his appointment as a chance to shape science policy, and Kratos emphasized PCAST’s historic role—originating under FDR—to bring America’s brightest minds to the President. The roster further features venture capitalist Marc Andreessen and other executives, underscoring the administration’s focus on industry expertise in steering the nation’s AI strategy.

Not everyone welcomed the shift. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D‑MA) criticized the council as a departure from tradition, arguing that “only money gets a seat at the table.” She pointed out that advisory bodies have historically drawn from leading scientists and academics rather than corporate executives, noting that several of the appointees’ companies have contributed heavily to Trump’s inauguration fund and political action committees. Warren’s remarks highlighted concerns that the influence of big‑tech money could outweigh scientific independence in shaping national policy.

Read more: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/elizabeth-warren-slams-big-tech-003111684.html?fr=sycsrp_catchall

#elizabethwarren #bigtech #pcast #advancedmicrodevices #delltechnologies

Elizabeth Warren Slams Big Tech–Heavy AI Council As Lisa Su, Michael Dell, Others Thank Trump: 'Only Money Gets A Seat At The Table'

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump's newly appointed AI advisory council drew reactions, with top tech executives expressing gratitude while critics warned...

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#ElizabethWARREN - my new FAV again! OVER #$50millionNETWorth !! J.F.C. They'll be squawking over that!! How about #$100millionNETWorth ?? THINK it'll PASS then!? SNORT!!

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Trump DHS Slammed After Data Reveals It Tried to Deport Nearly 300 Veterans

The Trump administration slashed protections for military members, but the military still touts benefits in recruitment.

https://murica.website/2026/03/trump-dhs-slammed-after-data-reveals-it-tried-to-deport-nearly-300-veterans/

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