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The confirmation of Sam Brownback, a favorite of Christian conservatives, quickly drew criticism from Senate Democrats and LGBTQ rights groups.

The confirmation of Sam Brownback, a favorite of Christian conservatives, quickly drew criticism from Senate Democrats and LGBTQ rights groups.

Casino magnate Steve Wynn allegedly preyed on female salon workers, threatening then with loss of livelihood — and German shepherds.

Casino magnate Steve Wynn allegedly preyed on female salon workers, threatening then with loss of livelihood — and German shepherds.

In the wake of the Larry Nassar scandal, the entire board of USA Gymnastics will step down.

In the wake of the Larry Nassar scandal, the entire board of USA Gymnastics will step down.

In the wake of the Larry Nassar scandal, the entire board of USA Gymnastics will step down.

In the latest fallout from the Larry Nassar scandal, MSU Athletic Director Mark Hollis resigned days after school president Lou Anna Simons stepped down.

One Year with Donald Trump: The Working People Weekly List

Gage Skidmore

Every week, we bring you a roundup of the top news and commentary about issues and events important to working families. Here’s this week’s Working People Weekly List.

Trump at One Year: Giving Cover to Hate: "President Donald Trump's actions and rhetoric over his first year run counter to the values of working people. Here are some of the ways he has used his office to divide our country, abandon our values, and give cover to racism and other forms of bigotry."

Trumka: Despite Trump, Working People Will Build on Our Successes: "AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka held a roundtable discussion Tuesday to reflect on President Donald Trump’s first year in office. Trumka expressed disappointment in the Trump administration's failure to deliver on promises to secure fairer trade deals, invest in the nation’s infrastructure and revitalize working communities. Trumka also criticized the president for actively using his office to hurt working people."

Thai Unions Coordinate, Collaborate for Success: "After working several years at an auto parts...

"This is Us" set social media ablaze with fans saying they'd toss out their Crock-Pots after a plot reveal.