Fri, March 28, 2025

by: Euronews

German coalition talks reach next level as CDU and SPD negotiations intensify

CDU leader and Germany's most likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz said there are still "some hurdles ahead," but remains confident that the parties will manage to come to agreem

by: Reuters

South Sudan government says arrested Vice President Machar will be investigated

South Sudan's First Vice President Riek Machar is under arrest and will be investigated, the country's information minister said on Friday, raising the risk that the rift between Machar and President Salva Kiir could plunge the nation back into war.

by: WTOV

Ohio House DOGE Caucus aims to cut waste and reform property tax system

As Elon Musk's DOGE program continues to make cuts at the federal level, a similar type of program could be making its way to Ohio.Based on the federal governme

by: Mediaite

Two More Law Firms Targeted by Trump File Lawsuits Against His 'Unprecedented and Unconstitutional' Executive Orders

On Friday, two more firms joined Perkins Coie on the front lines of this battle against the White House, filing their own lawsuits staunchly defending their First Amendment rights and rights to defend their clients.

by: TheWrap

Hillary Clinton: 2nd Trump Administration Is 'Dumb and Dangerous'

Hillary Clinton blasted the second Trump administration for being "dumb and dangerous" in a scathing op-ed in The New York Times on Friday. "The Trump approach is dumb power," Clinton wrote. "Instead of a strong America using all our strengths to lead the world and confront our adversaries,

by: Newsweek

One in Five Americans Want Their State to Secede and Join Canada: Poll

A new Leger poll revealed that 20 percent of Americans said they wanted their state to join Canada and secede from the union.

by: IOL

Government and AfriForum's farm murder statistics dispute escalates amid US tensions

AfriForum has strongly refuted claims made by Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni that the organisation conceded to misrepresenting farm murder statistics during a recent meeting with SAPS. The civil rights group describes the minister's statements as 'deliberate lies' intended to undermine progress made in discussions about rural safety concerns.

by: Alternet

'Absurd and unlawful': JD Vance slams Denmark to promote Trump's Greenland takeover bid

Vice President JD Vance traveled to Greenland to promote President Donald Trump's claim that America has to have the Danish territory—and that Greenlanders would be more secure under U.S. protection.

by: CNN

Justice Sonia Sotomayor says she's worried about declining standards and broken norms

Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the most senior liberal on the Supreme Court, advocated for a "fearlessly independent" judiciary during remarks Friday, telling an audience in Washington that she is worried about "standards that are being changed.

by: WWLP

Healey OKs remote and hybrid meeting extension

Gov. Maura Healey moved Friday to extend COVID-era remote and hybrid meeting allowances for public bodies until mid-2027, avoiding their potential expiration next week.

by: NewsNation

Trump's push for Greenland is '100% about Russia and China': Carla Sands

President Trump continues to express interest in the U.S. gaining control of Greenland, citing foreign threats. Carla Sands, the former U.S. ambassador to Denmark and Greenland, says having control of that country is about countering China and Russia.

by: wjla

Jobless federal workers share their frustrations and fears in the wake of massive cuts

For the past few weeks thousands of federal employees in the DMV and around the nation have lost their jobs as the Trump administration downsizes.

by: NWAhomepage

Debunking Real ID with Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

With the deadline to apply for a Real ID approaching in May, KNWA/FOX24 spoke with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration to learn more about these federally issued IDs.

by: BBC

Trump and Carney hold first call amid ongoing tariff war

The US president vowed that the two would meet as soon as Canada's upcoming election is over.

by: WGRZ

Ryan and Scanlon campaigns trade accusations of unethical actions; mayoral race intensifies

The campaign for acting mayor Chris Scanlon is alleging that Sean Ryan improperly transferred funds from his senate accounts to "evade contribution limits."

by: Slate

It's a Powerful Force in American Politics. Your 401(k) Depends On It. It's Complete Nonsense.

If you are a person who reads the news, you are a crypto news consumer, because in this new American moment, the people heading the crypto industry are very powerful and never sto

by: Yahoo

I expected to be embarrassed and outraged by Trump. Instead, I feel lucky. | Opinion

Two months into President Donald Trump's second term, I had expected to be embarrassed and outraged. But I'm not. I'm pleasantly surprised.

by: Newsweek

Republican State Bans MAGA and Pride Flags at Schools, Government Buildings

The new Utah law states that only a handful of flags like the American flag are allowed to be displayed in government buildings and schools, the AP reported.

by: CNN

Trump presidency latest: Vance's Greenland visit, Signal chat scandal and tariffs fallout

Vice President JD Vance, second lady Usha Vance and other Trump officials are visiting Greenland today as the US president continues to move ahead with his domestic agenda back at home. Follow here for the latest live news updates.

by: CNN

Trump targets 'improper ideology' at the Smithsonian in latest effort to reshape the arts and history

President Donald Trump is extending his efforts to influence American cultural and artistic institutions to the Smithsonian Institution - a sprawling organization that encompasses the National Zoo and

by: CNN

Law firms with ties to politics and Mueller probe take Trump to court over his executive order

Two law firms targeted by President Donald Trump's executive orders - Jenner & Block and WilmerHale - filed lawsuits Friday as the legal industry continues to grapple with the unprecedented attacks from the White House.
Sat, March 29, 2025

by: Bloomberg

RFK Jr. Seeks to Ban Soda Buying With Food Stamps in Health Push

US Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined West Virginia's governor, Patrick Morrisey, on Friday in declaring the latest front in their war on unhealthy foods.

by: Regtechtimes

JD Vance Warns of Rising Danger as China and Russia Eye Greenland

The Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, recently made a high-profile visit to Greenland, where he raised serious concerns about foreign powers eyeing the Arctic region. Speaking at a military base,

by: FOX40

CA Safe Schools and Places of Worship Act Advances

A proposed change to state law could add more consequences for those who make threats against certain institutions. Under current law, it is a crime to make violent threats against a specific person at a school or house of worship.

by: Newspoint

DA Hike 2025: Central Government Employees Get 2% Dearness Allowance (DA) Increase

The Modi Government has announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, bringing the total DA to 55% from the previous 53%. This decision, made on March 28,

by: WTHR

Utah schools, government buildings will soon be fined if they fly this flag

Gov. Cox said he agreed with the "underlying intent" of the bill to make classrooms politically neutral but thought it went too far in regulating local governments.

by: Euronews

Turkey arrests Swedish journalist over 'insulting the president' and 'terrorism'

Reporters Without Borders condemned the arrest and criticised what they call the erosion in press freedom in Turkey. View on euronews

by: SaltWire

COMMENTARY: The cult of DOGE and hollowing out of the state

It has long been believed that the ideal functioning of a competitive free market system will always lead to efficient outcomes. In fact, it is traced back to Adam Smith's theory of the invisible hand.

by: Alternet

How the Republican divide in deep red South Dakota backfired and led to wins for Dems

Six South Dakota lawmakers — three Democrats and three Republicans — celebrated bipartisan accomplishments Thursday at an annual democracy conference, including their efforts to stop what one legislator called an influx of "bad bills" from reaching the governor's desk.

by: RochesterFirst

Protest outside Tesla following tariffs, government cuts

Outrage over tariffs, government cuts, and layoffs brought protesters out to a Tesla dealership late Friday afternoon in Henrietta on W Henrietta Road. Tesla's largest shareholder is Elon Musk who's faced plenty of criticism lately for actions taken as part of the Department of Government Efficiency.

by: Mediaite

Fox Hosts Torch Karen Bass and LA 'Wacko Policies' After Handful of Rebuild Permits Approved MONTHS After Fire

Fox & Friends hosts tore into Karen Bass and LA's "wacko policies" after a handful of rebuild permits were approved months after the Pacific Palisades fire. The post Fox Hosts Torch Karen Bass and LA 'Wacko Policies' After Handful of Rebuild Permits Approved MONTHS After Fire first appeared on Mediaite.

by: MiBolsilloColombia

Social Security prepares increases in April due to elimination of the WEP and GPO

In a groundbreaking move, the Biden administration has enacted a measure that will significantly increase Social Security benefits for certain recipients starting in April.

by: RealClearPolitics

Bill Maher: NPR Is Crazy Far-Left, We're Past The Age Where Government Needs To Subsidize News Outlets

HBO 'Real Time' host Bill Maher railed against National Public Radio for its "crazy left-wing" bias and questioned if the government needs to fund such an organization in 2025. BILL MAHER: Okay, all right.

by: UPI

Utah first U.S. state to ban Pride flags in schools, government buildings

Utah became the first state in the country to ban flying the LGBTQ Pride flag in all public school and government buildings, after Gov. Spencer Cox let the bill pass into law.

by: Kiplinger

Congressional Republicans Tackle Trump's Agenda

Tax cuts and border security First up is a tax cuts and border security bill that Republicans hope to pass this summer. The bill would extend the 2017 tax cuts that expire at year-end. A hike to the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap likely will be included,

by: Benzinga

Trump Signs Executive Order to Combat Crime and Toughen Immigration Enforcement in Washington D.C.

President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order aimed at cracking down on crime and boosting immigration enforcement in the District of Columbia. The order establishes the "D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force,

by: MSNBC

This overlooked line in Trump's Smithsonian executive order is truly alarming

Report," Trump's executive order targeting the Smithsonian is preoccupied with the nation's founding. And it wrongly promotes scientific racism.

by: Nordot

Hundreds of thousands protest in Istanbul over Erdo?an rival jailing

Hundreds of thousands of people in Istanbul joined one of the biggest demonstrations in recent Turkish history on Saturday to protest against the government and the controversial imprisonment of deposed mayor Ekrem Ä°mamoÄŸlu.

by: THV11

US judge blocks mass firings at Voice of America

The judge issued a temporary restraining order barring from "any further attempt to terminate, reduce-in-force, place on leave, or furlough" employees or contractors

by: CNN

Trump administration targets US Institute of Peace with mass Friday firings

Employees at the United States Institute of Peace received termination letters Friday evening as the Trump administration continues to reimagine the role of the US abroad and dramatically dismantle key parts of the federal government through the Department of Government Efficiency.

by: Newspoint

Explained: First 4, then 3 and now 2%, how much did the salary of government employees increase..

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28 approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. Now the dearness allowance of central employees will increase from 53 percent to 55 percent.

by: MSNBC

Trump's attack on the Smithsonian is bad. His reason is even worse.

Trump's attack on the Smithsonian is bad. His reason is even worse. "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History," a frightening executive order from President Donald Trump's White House Thursday takes aim at the Smithsonian and threatens to pull federal funding for content that promotes "divisive, race-centered ideology."

by: TAG24

US vaccine chief jumps ship over Robert F. Kennedy's "misinformation and lies"

The top US vaccine official resigned on Friday, citing the "misinformation and lies" he said were being peddled by the incoming health secretary.

by: MSNBC

Ahead of Tesla protests, Musk threatens his company's critics

Elon Musk issued his threats on Fox News ahead of planned protests, saying Trump will punish those who spread "lies and propaganda."

by: Reuters

WHO proposing to cut jobs and slash budget by a fifth, memo shows

The World Health Organization (WHO) is proposing to reduce staff numbers and the scale of its work as it slashes its budget by just over one fifth due to the impact of U.S. funding cuts, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters.

by: Reuters

US judge halts deportation of Turkish student at Tufts

A federal judge in Massachusetts ordered on Friday that a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, who voiced support for Palestinians in Israel's war in Gaza and was detained by federal immigration officials this week,

by: Reuters

Indiana Republican lawmaker's town hall a crowd-fest of boos and jeers as she defends Trump spending cuts

Boos, jeers and choruses of "do your job" greeted U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz at a town hall on Friday in her Indiana congressional district as she defended sweeping cuts across the federal government,

by: Reuters

US says it expects Lebanese government to disarm militant groups

The U.S. State Department said on Friday Israel was defending itself from rocket attacks that came from Lebanon and that it was incumbent upon the Lebanese government to disarm militant groups such as Hezbollah.

It's a Powerful Force in American Politics. Your 401(k) Depends On It. It's Complete Nonsense.

If you are a person who reads the news, you are a crypto news consumer, because in this new American moment, the people heading the crypto industry are very powerful and never sto

The article from MSN discusses the significant influence of the 401(k) retirement plan in American politics and economy, highlighting its role in shaping financial decisions and policy-making. It points out that while the 401(k) has become a cornerstone for retirement savings, there's a growing debate about its effectiveness and fairness. Critics argue that the system disproportionately benefits the wealthy and those with access to better financial education, leaving many Americans under-saved for retirement. The piece also touches on the political aspect, noting how changes to retirement plans like the 401(k) can sway voter behavior and policy, with both parties having different views on how to reform or support these plans. Furthermore, it critiques the notion that individual investment choices in 401(k)s can significantly impact the broader economy or personal financial security, labeling some of the surrounding rhetoric as "complete nonsense" due to the complexities and unpredictability of market performance.

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