The Supreme Court is set to hear arguments over whether President Biden can legally cancel student loan debt – a move that would forgive up to $20,000 in federal loans for most borrowers. NBC legal correspondent Laura Jarret reports on the high-stakes battle for TODAY.
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White House gives federal agencies 30 days to remove TikTok from all government devices
The White House is giving federal agencies 30 days to wipe TikTok off all government devices, as the Chinese-owned social media app comes under increasing scrutiny.
TD Bank agrees to pay $1.2 billion settlement over alleged role in infamous $7.2 billion Texas Ponzi scheme
TD Bank Group announced Monday that it had agreed to a $1.21 billion settlement relating to its alleged role in a $7.2 billion Ponzi scheme involving disgraced Texas financier Allen Stanford.
DeSantis signs bill stripping Disney World's self-governing status
A new Florida bill will dissolve the Reedy Creek Improvement District, stripping Disney World of its longtime self-governing status in Florida. NBC News’ Vaughn Hillyard reports on how the bill came about after former Disney executive Bob Chapek spoke out against Gov. Ron DeSantis’ efforts to restrict schools from teaching sexuality and gender.
DeSantis cements takeover of Disney's special Florida district, and reveals clash with company
As Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs into law a bill stripping Disney of its longtime self-governing status in the state, his new book reveals he warned the entertainment giant about its political activities.
Diversity officers hired in 2020 are losing their jobs, and the ones who remain are mostly white
The wave of change in workplaces through diversity, equity and inclusion roles has quelled, and Black workers will feel the brunt of the officers’ absence.
Supreme Court takes up challenge to consumer protection agency’s funding
The Supreme Court agreed to resolve a lawsuit brought by business groups that threatens the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.
How to avoid pesky fees from banks, entertainment, travel, more
From banking and cable providers to concert tickets and more, we’re paying more for services thanks to those pesky fees — but there are ways to avoid some of those extra costs. NBC’s business and data reporter Brian Cheung breaks it down.
Cruises are popular again — but you can still nab a deal!
After taking a big hit in the pandemic, cruise trip bookings are now shattering sales records and travelers are looking for ways to save big. NBC’s senior investigative correspondent Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.
Elon Musk calls U.S. media and schools 'racist against whites & Asians' after newspapers drop 'Dilbert'
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, Tesla and Twitter, accused “the media” and “elite colleges and high schools” of being “racist” against white and Asian people.