• Thu, December 5, 2024

by: Sacramento Bee

Lt. Gov. Kounalakis wins bid to avoid deposition in Fresno State retaliation lawsuit

A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge granted a motion for a protective order on Wednesday that prevents Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis from being deposed in a harassment and retaliation lawsuit brought by a Fresno State employee.

by: Daily Record

Scottish Budget 2024 RECAP as SNP Government confirms it will lift two-child cap

The Scottish Government faces tough spending decisions to fix struggling public services despite an increase in funding from Westminster.

by: Newsroom

Raw Politics: Throwing in the towel on climate and the foreshore

This week on the Raw Politics podcast: what voters want on climate change policy, will ministers ditch the foreshore repeal, plus Ayesha Verrall's faux pas

by: KGOU

Memphis police use excessive force and discriminate against Black people, the DOJ finds

by: The Morning Sun

Can Sir Keir Starmer stop delivering grand speeches on what he wants to do and just get to work

PICTURE the scene in the Downing Street flat which the Starmers now call home. Sir Keir is busy announcing to wife Victoria the details of his mission to take out the bins, his target to buy some

by: The Free Press Journal

Different Journeys, Same Destination: Devendra Fadnavis, Eknath Shinde, And Ajit Pawar Unite As Maharashtra's Leadership Trio

Devendra Fadnavis was sworn in as the new Chief Minister of Maharashtra in a grand and colorful ceremony at the Azad Maidan on Thursday evening. Eknath Shinde, leader of the Shiv Sena, and Ajit Pawar, leader of the NCP, took oath as Deputy Chief Ministers. Here's a look at the political careers of the CM and DyCMs.

by: Mother Jones

John Roberts Has a Plan to Deny Transgender Rights

It's a theory of a modest judiciary that stays in its lane and knows the limits of its expertise. But the notion is a wolf in sheep's clothing: Under the guise of judicial restraint, several justices suggested during arguments they would allow states to circumvent the Constitution's guarantees of equal protection.

by: Business Standard

Will fulfil promise of hiking 'Ladki Bahin' stipend to Rs 2,100: Fadnavis

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Thursday assured his government will continue the Ladki Bahin Yojana and fulfil Mahayuti's pre-poll promise of hiking the monthly stipend under the scheme to Rs 2,

by: The New Zealand Herald

Two bootcamp teens are missing as Oranga Tamariki officials front on participant's death

Oranga Tamariki deputy chief executive Tusha Penny (right) speaks to a Parliament select committee about the recent death of a participant in the Government's bootcamp pilot. Photo / Adam Pearse Two of the nine teens in the Government's bootcamp pilot are missing in the days after another participant died in a car accident.

by: MSNBC

Russian TV host gleefully claims Trump's Cabinet will 'dismantle' America, report says

Several Russian state TV figures have praised Donald Trump's Cabinet picks, according to Daily Beast columnist and Russian media monitor Julia Davis.

by: Fox News

Fox News Politics: Defining DOGE

The Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump transition, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.

by: The New York Times

Trump Picks Ex-Congressman Who Hawked Tax Credits to Lead I.R.S.

Billy Long served six terms as a representative from Missouri. Since then, he has helped businesses claim a pandemic-era tax credit that has been riddled with fraud and cost the government billions more than anticipated.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Israel condemns Australia's UN 'flip flop', says it rewards terrorism

In it's most damning statement yet, Israel's President Benjamin Netanyahu's office made clear the decision to promote Palestinian statehood was seen as a betrayal.

by: MSNBC

Why Trump's attempt to dismiss the New York hush money case warrants attention

Yes, the brief's everything-but-the-kitchen sink, grievance-laden brief is predictable. But it's also a potential harbinger of policies — and penalties — to come.

by: ABC

Biden considering preemptive pardons for officials Trump might target: Source

The consideration comes after Biden issued a full pardon for his son Hunter -- a move that prompted backlash from Republicans and many Democrats.

by: Mother Jones

Avian Flu Could Define Trump's Second Presidency

Mother Jones was founded to do journalism differently. We stand for justice and democracy. We reject false equivalence. We go after stories others don't. We're a nonprofit newsroom, because the kind of truth-telling investigations we do doesn't happen under corporate ownership.

by: The Washington Post

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are bringing Trump's DOGE to Capitol Hill

by: MSN

B.C. premier says feds and provinces plan right-left approach to Trump's tariff plans

British Columbia Premier David Eby says Canada's premiers and the federal government have hatched a game plan over possible U.S. tariffs, where Conservative premiers lobby their Republican counterparts and left-leaning leaders court the Democrats,

by: MSN

Feds outlaw another 324 types of firearms, propose donating guns to Ukraine

The Liberal government has outlawed another 324 firearm varieties — guns it says belong on the battlefield, not in the hands of hunters or sport shooters.

by: MSN

Tempers explode during Trump hearing

A man in Delhi was not aware of his actions. And ended up in the enclosure of a dangerous beast. He was drunk when he went into the zoo. And out of nowhere, he jumped down 20 feet. Standing in front of a confused lion.

by: MSN

Ford announces new moves to clear out encampments

Ford says his government will introduce new legislation to dismantle homeless encampments and is prepared to use the controversial Notwithstanding Clause to thwart any potential legal challenges.

by: MSN

A minority of Muslims are demanding special treatment for Islam. This should be refused

Technically speaking, the criminal offence of blasphemy was abolished in Great Britain by the Criminal Justice and Immigration Act of 2008. Yet a growing number of incidents suggest that a shadow blasphemy law has crept into our national psyche,

by: MSN

Sen. Blackburn to introduce 'DOGE Act' to freeze federal hiring, relocate government agencies

Sen. Marsha Blackburn is also expected to meet with Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy this afternoon on Capitol Hill.

by: MSN

Lord Elliott critical of Pat Finucane public inquiry while 'hundreds and thousands' of other victims are ignored

Equality is needed in dealing with the aftermath of Northern Ireland's Troubles, Parliament has been told as critics expressed frustration at a public inquiry into the murder of Belfast solicitor Pat Finucane but not the thousands of other victims.

by: MSN

Sonia Sotomayor Makes Misleading Comparison Between Gender Transitions for Children and 'Taking Aspirin'

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor made a comparison between gender transition treatments for children and "taking aspirin." The post Sonia Sotomayor Makes Misleading Comparison Between Gender Transitions for Children and 'Taking Aspirin' first appeared on Mediaite.

by: MSN

Elon Musk brings Trump's government efficiency push to Capitol Hill

By Andy Sullivan, David Morgan and Richard Cowan WASHINGTON -Billionaire Elon Musk and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy met on Thursday with Republican lawmakers whose support they will need to win the sweeping spending cuts that President-elect Donald Trump has asked them to find.

by: MSN

Georgia: Government using "excessive force" against protesters

by: MSN

Kenya marks 60 years: UNEP's role in Kenya's diplomacy and global recognition

Kenya has also benefitted from UNEP's technical expertise and funding for various environmental projects since it was established in the country.

by: MSN

Bill seeks trails and cabins, not pickleball courts and hotels, for Florida state parks

Bill seeks trails and cabins, not pickleball courts and hotels, for Florida state parks - Plans for hotels and pickleball courts at Florida state parks could be squashed before they get started — unlike earlier this year when Gov.

by: MSN

House and Senate Republicans Already at Odds Over 2025 Strategy

House and Senate Republicans are already clashing over which issue gets top billing when they take full control of the government.

by: MSN

Hegseth Defends Nomination, Emphasizes "Warfighting" Focus And Personal Redemption

Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth addressed reporters on Capitol Hill Thursday, asserting his commitment to winning over senators amid a contentious confirmation process. Speaking after a series of private meetings with lawmakers,

by: MSN

Higgs government fast-tracked funding for Christian rehab centre, advocate finds

The New Brunswick child and youth advocate says the previous government fast-tracked funding to a private, Christian-based addiction recovery program with little oversight or accountability.

by: MSN

Editorial: County tax and budget compromise heralds a new era in Allegheny government

A compromise Allegheny County budget, including a property tax increase of 1.7 mills, represents both a victory for County Executive Sara Innamorato and the opening of a new phase in the relationship between the chief executive and County Council.

by: MSN

Macron blames 'coalition of the irresponsible' for historic ousting of French government

by: MSN

Biden administration mulling preemptive pardons for Trump enemies Liz Cheney and Dr Fauci

Biden administration mulling preemptive pardons for Trump enemies Liz Cheney and Dr Fauci - The president-elect's decision to nominate Kash Patel as his FBI director has increased the 'sense of alarm'

by: MSN

Trump has shadow picks for Pentagon chief if Pete Hegseth drops out. The former Fox News host says he won't back down.

Hegseth is fighting to be the next defense secretary, but it's an uphill battle. And potential backups are already waiting in the wings.

by: MSN

DA wants Syracuse judge barred from hearing criminal cases after she refuses same-sex marriage

Onondaga County District Attorney William Fitzpatrick said he plans to ask Syracuse City Court Judge Felicia Pitts Davis to recuse herself from all of his office's cases. "You shouldn't have to walk into he court and wonder,

by: MSN

Secret Service chief, GOP lawmaker get in heated shouting match at hearing

"You wanted to be visible because you're auditioning for this job that you're not going to get," Rep. Pat Fallon told acting Secret Service Director Pat Fallon.

by: MSN

South Boston Democrat blocks Mayor Michelle Wu's tax shift bill in Senate for second time

A South Boston Democrat blocked a proposal from Mayor Michelle Wu that would shift more tax burden onto the commercial and business sectors a day after city officials said they had started circulating key data to lawmakers on property valuations in Boston.

by: MSN

Ernst suggests she's not yet in favor of confirming Pete Hegseth as US defense secretary

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, who is a military veteran, said she had a "thorough" conversation with defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth.

by: MSN

Trump still backs Hegseth as nomination doubts remain; Musk and Ramaswamy talk DOGE plans on Capitol Hill: Live

Trump still backs Hegseth as nomination doubts remain; Musk and Ramaswamy talk DOGE plans on Capitol Hill: Live - President-elect's pick for defense secretary dogged by allegations of sexual assault,

by: MSN

Dutch government wants to cap population at 20m

The Dutch government wants to cap the population of the Netherlands at 20 million people by 2050 and will have to cut immigration by about 100,000 people a year to hit the target. After briefing MPs on the plan on Wednesday,

by: MSN

What Is France's No-Confidence Vote and What Does It Mean for the US?

France's government, led by Prime Minister Michel Barnier, was ousted in a historic no-confidence vote on Wednesday.

by: MSN

Why did South Korea declare martial law and what is next for Yoon Suk Yeol?

When will South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol be impeached and what happens next? - Opposition Democratic Party introduces impeachment bill against Yoon

by: MSN

Trudeau, ministers and opposition leaders address AFN gathering in Ottawa

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau fell short of committing to a national inquiry on systemic racism in policing this morning even as he acknowledged the pain of First Nations mothers who have had to bury their children following an interaction with police.

by: MSN

Musk, MTG, and Ramaswamy to set DOGE targets and goals

by: MSN

France politics live: Emmanuel Macron gives speech to nation after French PM Barnier resigns

Emmanuel Macron gives speech to nation after French PM Barnier resigns - Mr Macron is racing to find a replacement prime minister after Michel Barnier was forced to resign, with the French president f

by: MSN

FCI Dublin closing permanently after years of abuse and decay

Gugu Mbatha-Raw Leads Cast of Sky's Jamaica-Set Limited Thriller Series 'Inheritance,' Tackling Enduring Legacy of Colonialism

Lt. Gov. Kounalakis wins bid to avoid deposition in Fresno State retaliation lawsuit

A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge granted a motion for a protective order on Wednesday that prevents Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis from being deposed in a harassment and retaliation lawsuit brought by a Fresno State employee.
The article from The Sacramento Bee discusses the ongoing debate over the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and its impact on housing development. CEQA, established in 1970, requires state and local agencies to identify significant environmental impacts of their actions and to avoid or mitigate those impacts if feasible. Critics argue that CEQA has been weaponized by labor unions, environmental groups, and NIMBY (Not In My Backyard) activists to delay or block housing projects, thereby exacerbating California's housing crisis. Recent legislative efforts, like Senate Bill 8, have aimed to streamline housing development by limiting the use of CEQA for certain projects, but these reforms have met with resistance. The article highlights the tension between environmental protection and the urgent need for housing, with Governor Newsom and other state leaders pushing for reforms to expedite housing construction while still preserving the core intent of CEQA.

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https://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article296569729.html

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