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This Day in Legal History: Rush-Bagot TreatyOn April 16, 1818, the United States Senate ratified the Rush-Bagot Treaty, a landmark agreement with Great Britain that fundamentally reshaped security along the U.S.-Canada border. Negotiated in the aftermath of the War of 1812, the treaty aimed to de-escalate military tensions between the two nations by significantly limiting naval armaments on the Great Lakes and Lake Champlain. Specifically, it allowed each country to maintain only a single military vessel on Lakes Ontario and Champlain and two vessels on the upper Great Lakes, each restricted in size and armament. The treaty marked a mutual commitment to demilitarization and ushered in a new era of diplomacy.The negotiations were spearheaded by Acting U.S. Secretary of State Richard Rush and British Minister to the U.S., Charles Bagot. Though initially framed as an exchange of diplomatic notes rather than a formal treaty, it was nonetheless submitted to the Senate for ratification, reflecting its constitutional significance. The Rush-Bagot Treaty laid the groundwork for what would become the world's longest undefended border. It also set a precedent for the peaceful resolution of border disputes through legal and diplomatic means rather than military force.While tensions between the two nations would persist in other areas, the Great Lakes remained largely free of armed conflict, validating the treaty's long-term effectiveness. Over time, the agreement became a model of arms control and remains in effect today, albeit with amendments reflecting evolving security concerns. Its ratification on this day helped steer U.S.-British relations toward lasting peace and cooperation, especially in North America. The treaty's enduring legacy is a testament to the power of legal frameworks in shaping geopolitical stability.The U.S. Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the state of Maine, escalating tensions between the Trump administration and the state over transgender athletes' participation in girls' and women's sports. The suit alleges that Maine is violating Title IX by permitting transgender female athletes to compete on girls' teams, citing recent examples from high school track events. Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the action days after the administration attempted to cut off Maine's federal school funding and school lunch programs.This legal move follows a standoff between President Trump and Maine Governor Janet Mills, who rebuffed Trump's executive order banning transgender athletes from female sports. Mills told Trump, “We're going to follow the law, sir. We'll see you in court.” The administration's Title IX-based complaint argues that allowing transgender participation undermines fairness and safety, though no specific safety threats are detailed—of course.The Department of Education had already announced the suspension of $250 million in K-12 education funding for Maine, while the Department of Agriculture sought to freeze school lunch support. A federal judge has temporarily blocked the USDA's actions after Maine sued the federal government. Maine's Assistant Attorney General, Sarah Forster, pushed back, arguing that Title IX does not prohibit schools from including transgender girls in girls' sports and criticized the federal government's lack of legal precedent.US to take legal action against Maine over Trump executive order on transgender athletes | ReutersSenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced he will block President Trump's nominations of Jay Clayton and Joe Nocella to serve as U.S. attorneys in New York's Southern and Eastern Districts, respectively. Schumer's refusal to return the customary “blue slip” signals his opposition and sets up a potential clash over the Senate tradition that gives home-state senators influence over federal prosecutor and judge appointments. He cited concerns that Trump intends to politicize the Justice Department, accusing him of seeking to weaponize law enforcement against political enemies.Clayton, a former SEC chair, was nominated to oversee the Southern District, which includes Manhattan and is often referred to as the nation's "Wall Street watchdog." Nocella, a state judge, was tapped for the Eastern District, covering Brooklyn, Queens, and Long Island. Schumer's move could provoke Republicans to eliminate the blue slip practice for U.S. attorney nominations, as they previously did for circuit court judges.While Senate Judiciary Chair Chuck Grassley had earlier indicated he planned to preserve the blue slip process for U.S. attorney picks, growing political tensions may lead to changes. The debate echoes earlier pressure on Democrats to bypass blue slips during the Biden administration for nominees in states with GOP senators. Meanwhile, other Democratic senators, like Adam Schiff, are also using procedural holds to delay nominees they find objectionable, such as Ed Martin, who previously defended January 6 participants.Schumer to Block Jay Clayton as Top US Prosecutor in ManhattanPresident Donald Trump's threat to revoke Harvard University's tax-exempt status has sparked broader concerns about the politicization of the IRS and a potential crackdown on nonprofits. His warning followed Harvard's refusal to meet administration demands tied to federal funding, prompting a freeze of over $2.2 billion in grants. Other universities like Columbia, Cornell, and Princeton also saw funding halted, amid GOP claims that schools are failing to curb antisemitism after protests over the Israel-Hamas war.Critics see Trump's move as an attempt to use federal tax authority to punish political opponents. Legal scholars warn that using the IRS in this way echoes past abuses, such as those during Nixon's presidency. Some nonprofits have already started removing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) language from websites to avoid scrutiny, with lawyers reporting a spike in “DEI audits.” Though the IRS hasn't yet changed its enforcement patterns, reduced staffing could make it more susceptible to politicized influence.A recent executive order from Trump targeting “illegal DEI” efforts has heightened fear among nonprofits that their programs, especially those aimed at underrepresented communities, could be labeled discriminatory. Meanwhile, conservative activist Edward Blum has asked the IRS to investigate several foundations for offering race-specific grants, hoping to set a precedent against such practices. Legal experts say programs must be evaluated based on whether they exclude other races, which would likely violate federal law.Trump's Harvard Threat Raises Specter of IRS Nonprofit CrackdownIn my column for Bloomberg this week, I argue that proposals to exempt college athletes' name, image, and likeness (NIL) income from state taxes undermine one of tax policy's core principles: horizontal equity. That principle holds that taxpayers with similar incomes should be taxed similarly—something these NIL exemptions blatantly violate. While some student-athletes now earn six or seven figures, their peers working long hours in campus jobs continue to pay tax on modest earnings. Exempting high-income athletes while taxing low-wage student workers creates a two-tiered system that rewards fame and marketability, not need or effort.These exemptions aren't rooted in sound tax design—they're political moves, often motivated by the desire to curry favor with voters who are fans of college sports. But when states exempt wealthy student-athletes, they're making a value judgment: that celebrity deserves more support than everyday work. Even in states where lower-income students may owe no tax, the policy distinction is stark—exempting income to prevent poverty is not the same as exempting it to boost a football program.Rather than distorting the tax code to chase athletic prestige, I propose a fairer alternative: a progressive income exemption available to all full-time students, tied to the cost of their tuition. If a student pays $12,000 in tuition, they could exempt that amount from tax—regardless of whether their income comes from NIL deals, a job in the library, or a work-study program. This model keeps relief targeted to those bearing educational costs while avoiding regressive giveaways to already well-compensated students. The tax code should reflect fairness and support for all students—not just the most marketable ones.Student NIL Tax Breaks Would Put Splashy Recruits Above Fairness This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe
The Department of Education just dropped a negotiated rulemaking announcement, and while it might sound like dry policy talk, this one's worth your attention — especially if you're pursuing Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), on Pay As You Earn (PAYE), or using Income-Contingent Repayment (ICR). Learn what negotiated rulemaking actually means, why it matters, and what kinds of changes could be on the horizon for federal student loan repayment. We'll also walk through the strategy behind these proposed updates, what the timeline might look like, and the political and legal dynamics that could affect how this all plays out. Key moments: (03:20) My initial take: borrowers don't need to panic just yet — and here's why (05:35) What these changes could actually mean for PSLF borrowers (06:59) PAYE and ICR might be affected, but IBR is protected by statute (10:49) The GOP proposal targets nonprofit hospitals, but I don't think it'll go anywhere (12:34) With 2026 elections in sight, student loan overhauls will probably stay pretty modest Like the show? There are several ways you can help! Follow on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music Leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts Subscribe to the newsletter Feeling helpless when it comes to your student loans? Try our free student loan calculator Check out our refinancing bonuses we negotiated Book your custom student loan plan Get profession-specific financial planning Do you have a question about student loans? Leave us a voicemail here or email us at help@studentloanplanner.com and we might feature it in an upcoming show!
Cattle futures were higher again Monday, as outside markets continued to improve. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $1.36 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.22 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was at a standstill in all regions through Monday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. [...]
Cattle futures were lower Thursday, giving back a fair bit of the previous day's gains as equity markets lost ground. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $2.09 lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.50 lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was slow on slow to moderate demand in [...]
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Cattle futures continued lower Monday as equity markets unraveled further. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $2.66 lower and Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.18 lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from inactive on very light demand in Kansas to a standstill through Monday afternoon, according to [...]
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Cattle futures plunged lower Friday with follow-through, tariff-related pressure — limit-down in some contracts. Live Cattle futures closed an average of $6.00 lower. Feeder Cattle futures closed an average of $7.81 lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from light on light demand in the Southern Plains to light on moderate demand in the [...]
Cattle futures continued to grind higher Wednesday. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 98¢ higher, from 47¢ to $1.95 higher toward the front of the board. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $1.49 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from mostly inactive on very light demand in the [...]
Cattle futures were mixed to lower Monday with likely month-end and quarter-end profit taking. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 82¢ lower. Feeder Cattle futures were narrowly mixed, from an average of 58¢ lower to an average of 19¢ higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from mostly inactive on [...]
Cattle futures mostly gained Wednesday, helped along by bullish Choice wholesale beef values. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 39¢ higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $1.25 higher, except for 15¢ lower in waning Mar. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was light on very light demand in the [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was active on very good demand in all major cattle feeding regions through Friday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. FOB live prices were $7-$8 higher in the Southern Plains at $210/cwt. and $6-$9 higher in the North at $212-$215. Dressed delivered prices were $10 higher at $335. [...]
As builders in the Australian market, there's one recurring theme that keeps rearing its head in our conversations, and that's the tender process. It's akin to a race to the bottom, a mad dash where numbers are thrown around like confetti, and every party involved is crossing fingers, hoping all that time they invested in the tender results in actually getting the contract. The reality can sometimes fall short, with tenders not proceeding through to a contract, clients just choosing the cheapest option and hours spent on a project that never comes to fruition.For those new to the concept, the tender process traditionally involves getting multiple quotes for a project, often by an architect or a client. It's about cost comparisons and attempts to squeeze a project within a budget. We find ourselves questioning the validity of this approach, especially when the emphasis is typically on finding the lowest price rather than the best fit.In this episode we take a look at how the tender process currently works, and why we recommend the negotiated tender process instead. LINKS:Thanks to Hip Vs Hype for having usConnect with us on Instagram: @themindfulbuilderpodConnect with Hamish:Instagram: @sanctumhomesWebsite: www.yoursanctum.com.au/Connect with Matt: Instagram: @carlandconstructionsWebsite: www.carlandconstructions.com/
Readouts issued by the White House and Kremlin of a phone call between US President Donald Trump and his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin hint at attempts to stitch up some kind of peace in Ukraine. In Episode 1625 of Cut The Clutter, Editor-in-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at the fine print of the proposed ceasefire deal, what Russian establishment is signalling to Kyiv and how Iran figured in Trump's phone call with Putin.
Cattle futures closed higher Monday, supported by last week's bounce in cash fed cattle prices and stronger wholesale beef values. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures closed an average of $1.77 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.74 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was at a standstill in all major cattle [...]
Imagine being 24 years old and closing a $300M arms deal with the U.S. government. David Packouz did just that—until everything collapsed. Here's what the movie War Dogs didn't show you: ✔️ The real story behind the deal ✔️ How he negotiated like a pro (with ZERO experience) ✔️ Why the government came after him If you want to win more deals, close faster, and avoid million-dollar mistakes—this is a must-listen.
Cash fed cattle prices helped lead Cattle futures higher Friday and for the week. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was light to moderate on good demand in the North through Friday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. FOB live prices were $3-$5 higher at $205/cwt. in a light test. Dressed delivered prices in [...]
Cattle futures gained traction Wednesday with recently stronger wholesale beef values and prospects of higher cash fed cattle prices this week. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $1.51 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.92 higher Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was limited on light demand in Kansas [...]
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Cattle futures softened Thursday as outside markets turned more bearish and the week's cash fed cattle trade remained unestablished. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 46¢ lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of 94¢ lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from limited on light demand in Kansas to [...]
Cattle futures gained Wednesday and continued to retrench, supported by higher outside markets. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $2.08 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $3.39 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from inactive on light demand in in the Southern Plains to a standstill elsewhere [...]
Feeling overworked but scared to ask for fewer clinical days? I've been there.In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how I went from a 5-day plus workweek to a 4-day workweek to 3 days—without losing financial stability or career growth. I'll walk you through how I structured my proposal, overcame objections, and made it easy for my employer to say YES.
Cattle futures gained Thursday with support from lower feed futures and the likelihood of fewer Mexican cattle imports when new tariffs begin. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 67¢ higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.06 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from a standstill in the [...]
Cattle futures softened Wednesday with the lack of weekly cash direction in the fed cattle market. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 74¢ lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of 71¢ lower, except for 20¢ higher in spot Mar. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from mostly inactive on [...]
Cattle futures were higher Tuesday, helped along by stronger wholesale beef values, another day of lower Corn futures and follow-through support tied to the recent Cattle on Feed report. Toward the close on Tuesday, Live Cattle futures were an average of 82¢ higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $1.98 higher. Negotiated cash [...]
Cattle futures closed higher Monday, buoyed by the recent Cattle on Feed report and a sharp decline in Grain futures. Toward the close on Monday, Live Cattle futures were an average of $1.31 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $4.10 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was at a standstill in all [...]
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Cattle futures basically paddled in place Wednesday, awaiting the week's cash fed cattle direction. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 49¢ higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of 25¢ lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from mostly inactive on very light demand to a standstill through Wednesday afternoon, [...]
Live Cattle future firmed Tuesday while Feeder Cattle futures bounced higher. Toward the close on Tuesday, Live Cattle futures were mixed, from unchanged to an average of 7¢ lower through the front four contracts to an average of 71¢ higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.49 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from mostly inactive on light demand to a standstill in the Southern Plains through Friday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. In the North, trade ranged from slow on moderate demand in the western Corn Belt to moderate on moderate demand in Nebraska. For the week, FOB [...]
Cattle futures closed lower Tuesday with pressure including less packer production, apparent non-commercial long liquidation and more pessimism around this week's cash fed cattle price potential. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $1.29 lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $2.68 lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was limited [...]
Cattle futures rose Monday, building on the previous session's firmer tone, following last week's rout. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of 97¢ higher. Feeder Cattle futures closed an average of $2.45 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was at a standstill in all major cattle feeding regions through Monday afternoon, [...]
An expert in international security and diplomacy at the US International University in Nairobi says Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo need to find a negotiated settlement to the conflict in eastern DRC. Edgar Githua spoke with VOA's Douglas Mpuga
Cattle futures were lower Wednesday with likely profit taking, pressure from softer Choice boxed beef cutout values and the bounce in Corn futures. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $1.90 lower. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $3.03 lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was mostly inactive on light [...]
Last week's upward momentum in cash prices, and stubbornly strong Choice boxed beef prices, helped support gains in Cattle futures Tuesday. Toward the close, Live Cattle futures were an average of $2.39 higher. Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $1.98 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was at a standstill in all major [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was active on very good demand in the North through Friday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. FOB live prices were $7 higher in Nebraska at $210-$212/cwt. and $6-$7 higher in the Western Corn Belt at $210-$212. Dressed delivered prices were $6-$8 higher In Nebraska at $328-$330 (a [...]
Cattle futures extended gains Thursday on bullish fundamentals and stronger outside markets. Toward the close, Feeder Cattle futures were an average of 83¢ higher. Live Cattle futures were an average of 66¢ higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was mostly inactive on light demand in all major cattle feeding regions through Thursday afternoon, with [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was at a standstill in all major cattle feeding regions through Monday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. Last week, FOB live prices were $1 higher in the Texas Panhandle at $201/cwt., steady to $1 higher in Kansas at $201, unevenly steady in Nebraska at $203-$205 and $1-$3 [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from mostly inactive on light demand in the Southern Plains to light to moderate on light to moderate demand in the North through Friday afternoon with too few transactions to trend, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. For the week, FOB live prices were $1 higher in the [...]
Cattle futures lost ground Thursday, with likely profit taking, technical resistance and perhaps reaction to chatter about when cattle imports from Mexico might resume. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was active on good demand in Nebraska through Thursday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service, with FOB live prices unevenly steady at $202-$205/cwt. and [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was light on light demand in the Texas Panhandle through Wednesday afternoon with FOB live prices $1 higher at $201/cwt. in a light test, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. FOB live prices were steady to $1 higher in Kansas at $201 on moderate trade and demand. Elsewhere, trade [...]
Cattle futures consolidated Tuesday awaiting this week's cash fed cattle direction. Toward the close, Feeder Cattle futures were an average of 52¢ higher across a broad range. Live Cattle futures were an average of 49¢ lower across a broad range. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade mostly inactive on very light demand in all regions [...]
Cattle futures were lower Monday on likely profit taking and positioning following last week's charge higher. Toward the close, Feeder Cattle futures closed an average of $1.42 lower. Live Cattle futures closed an average of 96¢ lower. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade mostly inactive on very light demand in all regions through Monday afternoon, [...]
Negotiated cash fed cattle trade was light on moderate demand in the Southern Plains and Nebraska through Friday afternoon, according to the Agricultural Marketing Service. Trade in the western Corn Belt was limited on light demand. For the week, FOB live prices were $4 higher in the Southern Plains at 200-201/cwt., $3 higher in [...]
Cattle futures took a step higher Thursday, helped along by the prospects of higher cash fed cattle prices and stronger wholesale beef values. Before settlement, Feeder Cattle futures were an average of $3.26 higher. Live Cattle futures were an average of $1.96 higher. Negotiated cash fed cattle trade ranged from limited on light demand [...]
Last year, Nicole had a medical scare... which only got scarier when the bills started rolling in. Today, Nicole shares how she negotiated her medical bills and takes you behind the scenes of a real conversation she had with a medical provider.