More jobs, higher paychecks, falling fuel prices: Our latest scorecard.
Obama’s Numbers (January 2015 Update)
Month: January 2015
Return of the False Tax Claims
Every once in a while bogus emails get revised, recycled – and widely recirculated. That is happening now with a viral email that purports to list income tax increases that take effect this year.
Cummings Misuses Police Shooting Stat
Rep. Elijah Cummings got his facts wrong when he said “96 percent” of fatal police shootings were “white officers killing African Americans.” His office told us he misspoke.
Congressional Pensions Update
Q: Can members of Congress retire and receive their full pay after serving one term?
A: No. Only senators are eligible for a pension after one term, but it won’t be their full salary.