$5 billion in debt relief included in American Rescue Plan for farmers of color – WBNG-TV

(WBNG) — Included in the American Rescue Plan was $5 billion which is to dedicated toward providing debt relief for farmers of color. It’s part of a federal effort to reconcile years of discrimination in the farming community. Assemblywoman Donna Lupardo responded to the bill Wednesday with a statement, writing: “Socially disadvantaged farmers have been…

AT&T’s $43 billion deal with Discovery will help it reduce debt ahead of costly 5G build-out – MarketWatch

AT&T Inc. is spinning off its WarnerMedia business in a deal with Discovery Communications Inc. as the telecommunications giant refocuses its attention on its wireless business and looks to reduce its debt position ahead of a costly 5G build-out. The two companies formally announced plans to combine AT&Ts T, -0.87% WarnerMedia business with Discovery Inc.s…