New York OKs 15 Dollar Fast Food Minimum Wage
New York approves a 15 dollar minimum wage for fast food workers with phased increases over three years in New York City and six years elsewhere, affecting about 200000 employees. The move, backed by Governor Cuomo via an executive Wage Board, faces GOP opposition and potential lawsuits from business groups. Mayor de Blasio supports faster action and urged Albany to act quickly.
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Biden questions 2016 run after Beau's death
Vice President Joe Biden described himself as overwhelmed at times by his son's death and unsure he could commit fully to being president. In an emotional Late Show interview he said he would be lying to claim he is prepared to run and noted the struggle could exhaust him. He recalled Beau's final talks and emphasized faith and perseverance as key to moving forward. Colbert praised Biden's candor and urged a campaign, while aides noted possible late 2016 decisions amid ongoing political jockeying.
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