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Trade Coalition Wants Chinese Tariffs Removed
Americans for Free Trade is a broad coalition that includes Farmers for Free Trade. That coalition sent a letter to president-elect Joe Biden, asking him to remove the tariffs that President Donald Trump placed on Chinese imports. “Finding a way to remove the tariffs while creating an effective new, multilaterally-supported approach to China trade…… MORE
The FUSD School Board Votes to Remove Fresno High’s Mascot
(KMJ) – The Fresno Unified School board votes to change Fresno High’s long-standing school mascot. By a 6-1 vote Wednesday night, the Board voted to change the school’s symbol that Native Americans have described as “racist” and “offensive.” Trustee Terry Slatic cast the only “no” vote. But, Fresno High School will keep the ‘Warriors’ name.…… MORE
Vilsack Might Return As Ag Secretary
Politico is reporting that Tom Vilsack may be Joe Biden’s number one choice for Secretary of Agriculture. However, the article also says the final decision isn’t made yet. The Hagstrom report quotes a source with ties to Vilsack, saying, “I think this is still very much in flux.” Vilsack was the ag secretary for…… MORE
Judge: LA County Acted ‘Arbitrarily’ in Banning Outdoor Dining
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Oklahoma Police Deputy Chief Paco Balderama Announced as Fresno’s New Police Chief
FRESNO, CA (KMJ) – The Fresno Police Department formally announced Paco Balderama as the city’s new police chief Tuesday afternoon, making him Fresno’s 23rd law enforcement leader and first Hispanic Chief of Police. Balderama was born in El Paso, Texas, is a Mexican-American, and a twin – his brother, Beto, also currently works for…… MORE
Elon Musk Relocates to Texas, Criticizes ‘Complacent’ California
Elon Musk has moved to Texas to focus on two big priorities for his companies: SpaceX’s new Starship vehicle and Tesla Inc.’s new Gigafactory, currently under construction in Austin. There also are potentially enormous tax implications for Musk, who recently became the world’s second-wealthiest person. Texas has no personal income tax, while California imposes the…… MORE
