Fri, December 6, 2024

by: The Independent

Trump appoints podcaster as AI and crypto 'czar'; Biden considering blanket pardons before transition: Live

The president-elect has tapped Elon Musk-ally David Sacks for the newly-created role, while reports swirl that Biden may issue pre-emptive pardons to Trump critics

by: BBC

Starmer and Dominic Cummings now agree on one thing - the civil service is a problem

by: Orlando Sentinel

Commentary: Americans shouldn't take the bait and abandon principles

Free speech is essential to a functioning society. We must fight to preserve it by respecting and promoting it ourselves, especially when Donald Trump is president.

by: News & Record

How -- and when -- will the Greensboro City Council fill the seat of the late Yvonne Johnson?

Whoever the council appoints will serve the remainder Mayor Pro Tem Yvonne Johnson's term. Johnson, a longtime councilwoman and former mayor, died Wednesday.

by: cnbctv18

My goal was government formation, not to become CM, says Devendra Fadnavis

Fadnavis addressed the speculations surrounding the delay in government formation, stating, "I did not think that I have to become the Chief Minister. My only goal was that our government should be formed in Maharashtra.

by: Crain's Chicago Business

Durbin and Ramaswamy trade barbs over federal loan to Rivian

As Elon Musk's cost-cutting partner takes aim at loans offered to Rivian and Stellantis, the Illinois senator calls out previous government loans to Tesla.

by: The Raw Story

'Cracked under the pressure': Alarm sounded as postal worker suicides quadruple

Discussing suicide and self-harm. If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis and needs emotional support, help is available 24/7 via call or text at 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org.

by: Slate

Here's What's Been Going On at the Supreme Court While We've All Been Distracted

Trans rights, capital punishment, and climate regulations are all on the docket. And we'll be keeping a close eye on Leonard Leo.

by: AOL

France politics live: Emmanuel Macron to pick new PM in coming days after Michel Barnier resigns

Mr Macron is racing to find a replacement prime minister after Michel Barnier was forced to resign, with the French president fends off calls for him to step down too

by: USA Today

The week in politics: Sen. Marsha Blackburn announces DOGE legislation

Plus, can there be new rules for the Tennessee House and a three-way battle is brewing for leadership of the Tennessee Democratic Party.

by: McClatchyDC

'Taking the ax out': Kentucky's Comer huddles with Elon Musk on shrinking government

Rep. James Comer says cutting government waste will be his No. 1 priority during the first year of Trump's second term.

by: gloucestershirelive.co.uk

Have your say! As Starmer promises more police are you 'scared to walk your streets?' Share your stories with us

Keir Starmer has pledged to put a personal police officer in every neighbourhood in a bid to win back trust, after the Mirror revealed people's fears about walking the streets

by: The Indianapolis Star

Indiana Gov.-elect Mike Braun names his cabinet

by: The New York Times

Britain's Starmer Is Trying to Fight Populism From the Lonely Center

One of the last centrist leaders left on the global stage, Prime Minister Keir Starmer this week outlined his plan to deliver change for people in the U.K. Will it be enough?

by: The Mirror

'Vlad the Invader is scenting total victory in Ukraine and will cost UK dear'

How far is the anti-Russia coalition prepared to go in Ukraine, asks Mirror columnist Paul Routledge, with our government recently committing another £600million in aid, bringing the total to £12.8bil

by: London Evening Standard

Donald Trump ally Elon Musk warned against trying to be 'political puppet master' picking US presidents

Elon Musk was warned against seeking to be a "political puppet master" trying to choose Republican candidates to be US president. The Tesla boss was already playing an "outsized role in both the election and now the formation of the new US administration," said former Deputy Prime Minister Sir Nick Clegg.

by: USA Today

Sentencing in President-elect Trump's hush money case indefinitely postponed | The Excerpt

Plus: Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee is Trump's pick for ambassador to Israel - a big win for Christian Zionists. More top stories on The Excerpt.

by: Inside Higher Ed

House Republicans Aim to Pass Higher Ed Overhaul

The wide-ranging legislation likely won't move forward in the Senate but serves as a marker for Republicans' higher ed priorities in the next Congress.

by: The Daily Star

34 years of Ershad's fall: Bangladesh with another chance for democracy

Ershad's fall was a significant turning point in Bangladesh's political history, ushering in hope among the people that they would finally be able to build a democratic nation. One key source of this hope was a compact of three alliances, united in their mission to oust Ershad through a rare political consensus.

by: ABC

Musk, Ramaswamy eyeing federal remote work policies to help slash $2T from budget

Work from home policies came under fire from Elon Musk as he and Vivek Ramaswamy took their plans to reduce government waste to the floors of Congress Thursday.

by: Manx Radio

Health Minister defends joining government after no-confidence vote

by: CBS News

See the list of Trump Cabinet picks and more White House appointments so far

Here's a list of people President-elect Donald Trump has chosen for critical Cabinet posts and top White House jobs.

by: Reuters

Pakistan's jailed former PM Imran Khan threatens civil disobedience movement

Pakistan's jailed former Prime Minister Imran Khan has called on his supporters to hold a rally next week and threatened to start a civil disobedience movement days after his party led a deadly protest march in Islamabad.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Bland and fake: Why the electorate has given up listening to politicians

Nobody should take tips from a politician, but after a decade spent watching them get more and more bland, I have some suggestions.

by: dw

Why are tensions flaring between India and Bangladesh?

by: KGOU

Trump nominates Rodney Scott to lead Customs and Border Protection

by: MSN

'Ladka Bhau' Eknath Shinde Is Maharashtra Deputy CM: Journey Of A Rebel-Turned-Action Man

Mumbai: From a Shiv Sena rebel in 2022, veteran politician Eknath Sambhaji Shinde went on to acquire the image of a doer and man of actions as chief minister in a short span of two-and-a-half years when he headed the Mahayuti government in Maharashtra.

by: MSN

MSNBC's Joe Scarborough fires back at critics still outraged over Trump meeting

MSNBC's Joe Scarborough unleashed on media critics still upset over his and co-host Mika Brzezinski's meeting with President-elect Donald Trump.

by: MSN

'It's a joke': Top Dem slams Elon and Vivek's 'DOGE' as government 'cosplay'

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, through their "DOGE" agency, seek $2 trillion in cuts to federal spending. Joy Reid and Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) discuss the implications.

by: MSN

Devendra Fadnavis takes oath as Maharashtra CM for third time; Eknath Shinde and Ajit Pawar sworn in as deputies

Days after the Mahayuti alliance swept the Assembly elections in the state, BJP leader Devendra Fadnavis took oath as the chief minister of Maharashtra on Thursday along with two deputy chief ministers,

by: Richmond

More personnel decisions lie ahead in Richmond elections office, board chair says

One employee was allegedly "absent for an extended period but was still being paid by the city," while others allegedly drank alcohol during work hours.

by: rediff.com

What You Can Now Expect Every Election

A freebie once granted can hardly be discontinued. All that can happen is to substitute it with a bigger freebie, notes A K Bhattacharya.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

'Act of hate': Albanese and Dutton condemn synagogue firebombing

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.
Thu, December 5, 2024

by: Sky

Barnier latest: Emmanuel Macron to appoint new prime minister in 'coming days' after government collapses

The French president has said he will appoint a new prime minister in the "coming days" after Michel Barnier handed in his resignation. The National Assembly ousted the PM in a historic no-confidence vote that left the country without a functioning government on Wednesday.

by: ABC

Who is Tulsi Gabbard? Meet Trump's pick for director of national intelligence

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's controversial choice for Director of National Intelligence, could face one of the most bruising Senate confirmation battles.

by: The Washington Post

France's Macron vows to stay in office till end of term, says he'll name a new prime minister soon

by: CNN

Senators weigh Hegseth candidacy, as Musk and Ramaswamy make their case on Capitol Hill

President-elect Donald Trump's picks to lead the newly formed Department of Government Efficiency, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, are meeting with GOP lawmakers on Capitol Hill today. Follow here for the latest live news updates.

by: RealClearPolitics

Democratic Party Monopoly on the Black Vote Is Over

Dean of the nation's political analysts, Michael Barone, sat down with The Wall Street Journal to discuss the 2024 election. The headline that emerged

by: thenightly

Australian election poll: Peter Dutton primed to win majority government in 2025 election

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton looks likely to win the yet-to-be-announced Australian election with a clear majority according to new poll data.

by: Detroit Free Press

In reliably blue California, this rural county flipped and voted for Trump. Here's why

by: ITV

Macron accuses rivals of bringing 'disorder' and will name new prime minister 'in coming days'

by: KUOW

France's toppled government adds to the European Union's bigger political problems

The political instability in France — and simultaneously in Germany, where the governing coalition collapsed a month ago — could have wide-ranging consequences.

by: Texas Public Radio

San Antonio City Council approves higher fines, sterilization authority for loose and dangerous dogs

The new ordinance also enables residents to use a fake name when reporting a neighbor's loose or dangerous dog.

by: The Washington Post

Pakistani court indicts former Premier Imran Khan over May 2023 attacks on military posts

by: MSN

Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis's 'change, not revenge' message after taking oath: 'No more shocks'

New Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis asserted that he will provide a stable government over the next five years.

by: PBS

Musk, Ramaswamy meet with lawmakers to build support for slashing government programs

by: MSN

Joni Ernst Releases Scathing Report About Federal Telework As Musk, Ramaswamy Visit Capitol

Republican Iowa Sen. Joni Ernst unveiled a scathing report on the effects of telework on the federal government Thursday, citing multiple instances of abuse and failures stemming from the widespread use of the practice.

by: MSN

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday said he hopes the West took "seriously" Moscow's recent use of a hypersonic missile in Ukraine, and warned that Russia was ...

Biden is considering preemptive pardons for officials and allies before Trump takes office

President Joe Biden is weighing whether to issue sweeping pardons for officials and allies who the White House fears could be unjustly targeted by President-elect Donald Trump's administration, a preemptive move that would be a novel and risky use of the president's extraordinary constitutional power.

President Joe Biden is reportedly contemplating issuing preemptive pardons for his administration officials and allies before Donald Trump potentially assumes office again. This move is seen as a protective measure against what Biden's team fears could be politically motivated prosecutions by Trump, who has a history of targeting his political adversaries. The consideration of these pardons comes amidst concerns over Trump's previous actions, including his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and his comments about prosecuting political opponents. The discussions within Biden's circle are focused on safeguarding individuals who might be at risk of legal action from a Trump-led Justice Department, highlighting the deeply polarized political climate in the U.S. where legal actions are increasingly viewed through a partisan lens.

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