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No nuclear enrichment for the Saudis, either

No U.S. President has done more to confront Iran’s nuclear program than Donald Trump, and one reason is to avert a nuclear arms race in the world’s most volatile region. Vice President JD Vance made that case recently, yet the Trump Administration is simultaneously advancing a civil nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia that would abandon long-held proliferation safeguards. Why? A State Department letter to U.S. Sen. Ed Markey, D-Mass., dated May 18 says the Saudi deal is undergoing “final review” before Mr. Trump can submit it to Congress, Reuters reports. The deal wouldn’t require ...

Tips from AG to avoid summer travel scams

With school ending for the summer, vacation season is ready to launch into full swing. While gas prices remain high, surveys indicate most people still plan to take trips during the warmer summer months. With that in mind, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has reissued her Travel Tips alert to help consumers avoid common travel scams and stay informed about their rights while vacationing. “Don’t let financial headaches and travel scams ruin your vacation,” Nessel said in a news release. “Before you book, remember to do your research and always read the fine print. A ...

State offers ways to fight Medicare fraud and abuse

Michigan residents are encouraged this week to learn how to combat Medicare fraud, errors and abuse from scammers. Medicare Fraud Prevention Week is observed each year during the week of June 5, also referred to as 6/5, because most people qualify for Medicare at age 65. It serves as a reminder that awareness and early reporting are key to preventing fraud and protecting public resources, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services and Michigan Department of Attorney General states in a news release. Fraud impacts ...