Mon, December 9, 2024

by: The Atlantic

A New Bracero Program Is Not the Solution

Immigration officials called it "drying out the wetbacks." The growers enrolled them in the so-called Bracero Program, the Mexican agricultural guest-worker program that had been in place since the early 1940s.

by: The Financial Times

Politics class: Keir Starmer to take aim at Whitehall with new UK 'mission' targets

Both examination boards require Politics students to make an in-depth study of two Prime Ministers, one from 1945-97 and one since 1997. You are asked to assess their ability to control events and policy. If you choose Keir Starmer as your post-1997 example, you need to start collecting material and reflecting on his performance.

by: Wall Street Journal

Biden Is Ceding Presidential Influence to Trump, and Some Democrats Are Furious

The president-elect doesn't take office until Jan. 20, but he's negotiating with foreign leaders and many are taking cues from his comments.

by: London Evening Standard

Government accused of 'tinkering' with housebuilding permissions

A Conservative shadow housing minister has suggested the Government is "tinkering" with planning decision-making, instead of "getting developers developing and builders building" new homes.

by: The Mirror

Downfall of 'rat of Damascus' Assad is a 'humiliation' for Russia and Iran, says David Lammy

Foreign Secretary David Lammy said Syrian tyrant Bashar al Assad had 'the blood of countless innocents on his hands' who had fled to Moscow 'with his tail between his legs'

by: WESA

Meet Pennsylvania's 2024 electors and learn about the Electoral College

Pennsylvania has 19 electoral votes. Like most states, Pennsylvania awards all of them to the winner of the popular vote. Trump won 3.5 million votes to Democrat Kamala Harris' 3.4 million, giving him all of Pennsylvania's electoral votes. In total, Trump won 312 electoral votes to Harris' 226.

by: The Independent

Trump's controversial nominees Patel, Gabbard and Hegseth on Capitol Hill in attempt to win over senators: Live

President-elect promises to free Capitol rioters and says representatives that investigated him 'should go to jail' in Meet the Presss interview with Kristen Welker

by: Mother Jones

How Kash Patel Became a Useful Idiot for Vladimir Putin

With Donald Trump tapping Kash Patel, the MAGA provocateur, conspiracy theory monger, and grifter, to be FBI director, it's time to revisit the Trump-Russia scandal. I know many folks think this is old news.

by: The Grio

Rep. Clyburn has a lot to get off his chest about Trump and the future of American democracy

by: Associated Press

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by: National Post

'Genuinely great' Lara Trump to step down as co-chair of Republican National Committee

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by: Fox News

Democrat Ritchie Torres' torrent of attacks against own party fuels primary showdown buzz in New York

"Those who have government jobs who aren't focused on their jobs, and are focused on an election almost two years off, I would think their constituents would have a problem with that," she said. Elizabeth Elkind is a politics reporter for Fox News Digital ...

by: The Atlantic

Even the Koch Brothers Weren't This Brazen

Marc Andreessen has been feeling pretty good since Election Day, and at the end of November, he went on The Joe Rogan Experience to say as much. Sitting in the podcast studio, grinning, Andreessen told Rogan that he was "very happy" about the election and that it is now "Morning in America"—directly invoking the famous Ronald Reagan campaign ad.

by: CNN

'Someone who sees enemies everywhere': How Kash Patel's years as a government lawyer fueled his disdain for Washington elites

Years before he was Donald Trump's pick to lead the FBI, Kash Patel was a midlevel Justice Department lawyer who once drew the ire of a Texas judge who described Patel as being precisely the kind of federal bureaucrat he has vowed to weed out in his crusade against the so-called deep state.

by: CNN

Who is the leader of Syria's rebels and what does he want?

The US State Department is advertising an up to 10-million-dollar reward for information leading to the capture of Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, who the agency first designated as a terrorist more than a decade ago,

by: USA Today

Counselor to the president pick Alina Habba was scolded by judge in Trump's defamation trial

Alina Habba is the latest in a series of former defense lawyers to President-elect Trump who have been selected for the new administration.

by: CNN

Trump lays out sweeping early acts on deportation and January 6 pardons, says Cheney and others 'should go to jail'

President-elect Donald Trump previewed immigration actions he plans to take in his first days in office and outlined how he expects his Justice Department to handle investigations into his political opponents and the criminal cases against January 6 rioters in his first major television interview since winning November's presidential election.

by: USA Today

The world won't wait: Trump's foreign policy takeover begins, from Syria to Ukraine

Joe Biden is still president, but the world's leaders and its crises are knocking on Donald Trump's door. The contrast from last time is striking.

by: MSN

'Historic moment and historic opportunity': John Kirby on the fall of Syrian regime

John Kirby, White House National Security Communications Advisor, joins Andrea Mitchell Reports to discuss the fall of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, highlighting the profound implications for regional stability.

by: MSN

Pressure piles on Iowa GOP Sen. Joni Ernst over Pete Hegseth confirmation fight

Ernst, the first female combat veteran in the Senate, has been threatened with a primary challenge over her reticence - so far - to confirm Hegeseth.

by: MSN

Iran's nuclear countdown: Could Bashar al-Assad's downfall accelerate the timeline?

The overthrow of Syria's Bashar al-Assad after over 50 years of Assad family rule marks a significant shift in the Middle East. This change reshapes alliances involving Iran, Russia, and Turkey while raising questions about regional stability and nuclear proliferation.

by: MSN

Turkish President Erdogan Says He And Putin Are 'Only' Two Leaders Left In The World

The Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdogan just claimed he and Vladimir Putin are the "only" two leaders left in the world. Speaking after Syrian rebels ousted Bashar al-Assad, who had ruled Turkey's neighbour since 2000,

by: MSN

The controversial Aadhav Arjuna and VCK's political compulsions behind his suspension

The Viduthalai Chiruthaigal Katchi (VCK) has suspended Arjuna, its deputy general secretary, for six months on grounds that he had been acting against the party's interests.

by: MSN

Iron body presses and bed clamps: horrors of Syria's 'slaughterhouse' prison emerges

Assad's most notorious prisons has revealed that the Syrian dictator used underground cells and body-crushing iron presses to detain and torture thousands of civilians. Syrian rescue teams were still trying desperately to reach prisoners trapped in the underground labyrinth of jails deep inside the

by: MSN

'The View': Whoopi Goldberg and Ana Navarro Shout Over Trump News

After the PEOTUS made more inflammatory remarks on 'Meet the Press,' the cohosts strongly differed on how to deal with it.

by: MSN

Battling Fear and Indifference, Exiled Chechen Women Protest Kadyrov

People are afraid to go out to protest. They are afraid to show their faces, afraid to speak out publicly. Both the Russian and the Kadyrov regimes exploit this," said Chechen-born activist Fatima Suleymanova.

by: MSN

Tory councillor and PCC hopeful defects to Reform

A Conservative councillor has announced his defection to Reform UK. Robert Potts was elected to Durham County Council in 2021 and this year stood as the Tory candidate for the area's police and crime commissioner (PCC).

by: MSN

Party leaders hold 'constructive' meeting on forming government

Party leaders hold 'constructive' meeting on forming government - Simon Harris and Micheal Martin have asked their respective negotiating teams to begin talks on putting together the next coalition administration.

by: MSN

Ex-Trump solicitor general representing Chinese social media giant in case against US government

From 2017-2020, attorney Noel J. Francisco served as solicitor general during the first Trump Administration. Francisco went on to join a major law firm, Jones Day, after leaving the White House in July 2020.

by: MSN

Trump vows to end birthright citizenship and talks Jan 6 pardons in first post-election TV interview: Live

Trump vows to end birthright citizenship and talks Jan 6 pardons in first post-election TV interview: Live - Trump insisted that he would not direct the Justice Department to go after his political ri

by: MSN

What is birthright citizenship and the 14th amendment? Explaining Trump's desired changes

On 'Meet the Press,' Donald Trump again promised to use executive action to change birthright citizenship. What does that mean?

by: MSN

Canada's government to release annual fall economic statement on Dec. 16

The Canadian government will present its annual fall economic statement on Dec. 16, the finance ministry said on Monday. The mid-fiscal year mini-budget will be presented later than usual due to gridlock in parliamentary proceedings,

by: MSN

'The View': Whoopi and Ana Navarro Clash Over How Panicked People Should Be About Trump

The first segment of "The View" ended in a heated clash between Whoopi Goldberg and Ana Navarro on Monday, as the ABC hosts clashed over just how panicked people should be about Donald Trump's second term.

by: MSN

From eye doctor to brutal dictator: The rise (and fall) of Syria's Bashar Assad

Bashar al-Assad never intended to go into politics. He became one of the world's most brutal dictators whose thuggish rule ended abruptly when rebels stormed into Damascus Saturday night, causing his army − and him − to flee.

by: MSN

Rothman proposes bill to change all mentions of 'West Bank' in Israeli Law to 'Judea and Samaria'

The name of the area in question is a point of contention both internationally and within Israel, and it is called different names in differing institutions.

by: MSN

New Jersey becomes latest state to prohibit bans on books in school, public libraries

New Jersey Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy signed a law Monday to prohibit public and school libraries from banning books in the state and to enshrine protections against civil and criminal charges for librarians who comply with the law.

by: MSN

What to know about Assad's fall and what might happen next in Syria

After 13 years of Syria's grinding civil war, the regime of President Bashar al-Assad is gone, the dictator fleeing his country in the face of a sensational advance by rebel forces.

by: MSN

Government Appoints Anti-Corruption Champion For The First Time Since 2022

The government has just appointed a former Labour MP to be the anti-corruption champion. Baroness Margaret Hodge, who now sits in the Lords, will fill the position which has been vacant since June 2022.

by: MSN

Cabinet minister praises Elon Musk despite billionaire's criticism of Starmer Government

One of Sir Keir Starmer's most senior ministers has praised Elon Musk despite the billionaire's repeated criticism of the Prime Minister and his Government. Pat McFadden, the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster,

by: MSN

Speaker Johnson Makes Alarming Remarks About PBS and Planned Parenthood

House Speaker Mike Johnson recently revealed plans to cut federal funding for PBS and Planned Parenthood. Johnson suggested some spending changes could come from the White House through executive orders,

by: MSN

Maddow Blog | Trump's new team marked by ex-cons, billionaires and failed candidates

There are a surprising number of common denominators tying together Trump's personnel decisions for his second term — and the curious list keeps growing.

by: MSN

Education News Live December 9, 2024 : IIT Guwahati develops technology to convert methane and carbon dioxide into eco-friendly biofuel

Check out this space for the latest education news. Get to know about various exam results, board exam details, competitive exams, admit card, answer key, details about various education loans, visas,

by: MSN

What's happening in Syria? Everything we know as President Assad flees and rebels claim victory

What's happening in Syria? Everything we know as President Assad flees and rebels claim victory - Syrian rebels freed prisoners, tore down statues and plundered Bashar al-Assad's Damascus palace as hi

by: MSN

Democrats roll out long wish list for Biden's final six weeks

by: MSN

House to vote on $895 billion NDAA after deal with Democrats

by: MSN

When a Father Chooses His Politics Over His Family

When the film The Seed of the Sacred Fig begins, an Iranian lawyer named Iman (played by Missagh Zareh) has just been promoted to "investigating judge." The position gets him a higher salary, promises him a luxurious three-bedroom home—and arms him with a gun.

by: MSN

Trump says he's 'having dinner' with Jeff Bezos. It's the latest development in their long history.

Jeff Bezos has changed his tune about Trump, saying he's optimistic about his second term and he'd like to aid his efforts in "reducing regulation."

by: MSN

TikTok says ban would cost U.S. small businesses, creators $1.3 billion in first month

TikTok in a court filing Monday warned that U.S. small businesses and social media creators would lose $1.3 billion in revenue and earnings in just one month if the popular app is effectively shut down in the United States on Jan.

Even the Koch Brothers Weren't This Brazen

Marc Andreessen has been feeling pretty good since Election Day, and at the end of November, he went on The Joe Rogan Experience to say as much. Sitting in the podcast studio, grinning, Andreessen told Rogan that he was "very happy" about the election and that it is now "Morning in America"—directly invoking the famous Ronald Reagan campaign ad.

The article from The Atlantic discusses the increasing involvement of tech billionaires in the Trump administration, highlighting their motivations and the potential implications for technology policy and governance. It notes that these tech moguls, often driven by a mix of libertarian ideals, a desire for deregulation, and personal financial gain, are seeking to influence policy in areas like AI regulation, internet freedom, and data privacy. The piece explores how their engagement could lead to a significant shift in tech policy, potentially favoring big tech companies at the expense of consumer privacy and security. It also raises concerns about the ethical implications of such close ties between government and private tech interests, questioning the balance of power and the future of democratic oversight in technology governance.

Read the Full The Atlantic Article at:
https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2024/12/tech-billionaires-trump-administration/680930/