• Tue, December 10, 2024

by: Charlotte Observer

'Unhealthy conditions.' Charlotte must make 2 changes to protect tenants, advocates say

Charlotte housing advocates are calling for the city to create stricter code enforcement policies after unhealthy conditions and evictions at three Charlotte housing complexes.

by: The Mirror

NHS staff and teachers told how much pay could rise next year triggering anger

NHS workers and teachers have responded with fury after a pay rise of 2.8% was proposed by ministers - with fears raised the country could descend into strikes again

by: Lincoln Journal Star

Developers want northeast corner of 84th and Van Dorn to become commercial site with hotel

Developers want the City Council to approve annexation and zoning changes on the corner of 84th and Van Dorn streets so they can build a commercial area with a hotel.

by: The Hill

Progressive left signals some 'DOGE' curiosity

The Republican-led "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE) has intrigued the progressive left, offering potential and unexpected common ground. The brainchild of Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy

by: The New York Times

U.S. Data Agency Blames Old Tech and Other Failures for Missteps

The Bureau of Labor Statistics, which tracks jobs and inflation, issued a report on what caused embarrassing episodes in which data was released improperly.

by: Sky

Unions hint at public sector industrial action over 'offensive' 2.8% pay rise recommendation

The Royal College of Nursing says the proposed pay rise is as little as £2 extra a day - "less than the price of a coffee". The National Education Union (NEU) said the amount "won't do". It follows a period that has meant a combined increase of over 17% over the last three pay awards.

by: Fox News

SCOTUS hears arguments in case that could reshape environmental law

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments in a case to determine the scope of NEPA's requirement for federal agencies to conduct environmental impact reviews.

by: The Raw Story

'Pit bulls of retribution': Swalwell braces for Trump admin after 'gross abuse'

A new watchdog report released Tuesday revealed that the Department of Justice under the first Donald Trump administration secretly obtained phone records for members of Congress, journalists, government staffers and incoming FBI director nominee Kash Patel — actions the top House Judiciary

by: USA Today

Elon Musk takes center stage as Trump's influencer and enforcer on Capitol Hill and beyond

JD Vance who? Elon Musk's role as right-hand man to Donald Trump takes shape as the billionaire gets more involved on Capitol Hill and beyond.

by: RTE Online

'Positive' start in attempts to form next government

Formal discussions between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to draw up a new Programme for Government have taken place this evening.

by: Richmond

Richmond council approves rebuilding historic cottage in Jackson Ward

Richmond City Council has approved a permit to construct a museum and community center in Jackson Ward, and it approved nearly $1 million in funding for the project.

by: Missoulian

Survey: Missoula residents concerned about safety, cleanliness and dogs at parks, trails

When surveyed, Missoula residents expressed strong desires for ensuring safety in parks, along with cleanliness and access to restrooms.

by: Leader-Post

Sask. government orders third-party review of alleged misconduct, racism at Regina hospitals

More than a year after several Regina doctors filed a complaint with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission alleging racism and unprofessionalism, the government has ordered a third-party review to improve working conditions at Regina's hospitals.

by: The Morning Sun

Astonishing 'new aristocracy' of couples, relatives and nepo-babies run Labour Government, The Sun reveals

AN astonishing "new aristocracy" of couples, relatives and nepo-babies runs the Government. More than two dozen ministers including Rachel Reeves, Pat McFadden and Wes Streeting all have spouses

by: Leader-Post

Sask. government orders third-party review of misconduct, racism at Regina hospitals

More than a year after several Regina doctors filed a complaint with the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission alleging racism and unprofessionalism, the government has ordered a third-party review to improve working conditions at Regina's hospitals.

by: The Daily Telegraph

Reeves set for battle with unions over 2.8pc pay rise for teachers, nurses and civil servants

Ministers claim offer reflects 'challenging financial backdrop' despite being only 0.2 per cent above projected inflation

by: ABC

Watchdog raises concerns over Trump-era leak probes of reporters, members of Congress

A top government watchdog raised concerns over the handling of leak investigations during the first Trump administration that targeted members of Congress and the media.

by: London Evening Standard

Unions attack 2.8% Government pay rise proposal for NHS workers and teachers

Inflation is predicted to average 2.5% this year and 2.6% next year, according to forecasts from the Office for Budget Responsibility.

by: CNN

Supreme Court is poised to weaken environmental review of infrastructure projects

The Supreme Court appeared poised Tuesday to significantly weaken the scope of environmental reviews of major infrastructure projects in a case that could hand President-elect Donald Trump an early win on an issue he often hammered on during his first term.

by: MSN

How impactful is the federal firearms ban on gun violence and crime?

The federal government's recent gun ban expansion has received some mixed reviews, with many debating the effectiveness of the restrictions. Global's crime commentator, Hank Idsinga joins Miranda Anthistle with more on the debate.

by: MSN

The People Biden Might Preemptively Pardon to Spare Them From Trump's Revenge

Biden and his team have tough choices to make, as issuing blanket pardons could leave the impression to some that crimes were committed.

by: MSN

NJ governor taking unidentified drone flights 'deadly seriously'

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (D) said that he is taking unidentified drone flights in his state "deadly seriously." "These are apparently … as I understand it, very sophisticated," Murphy told a group of reporters in a clip posted to the social platform X Monday.

by: MSN

Andy Kim takes the oath of office to be New Jersey's junior senator and the first Korean American senator in U.S. history

Andy Kim took the oath of office Monday to become the junior senator from New Jersey and the first Korean American senator in U.S. history. Kim, a Democrat from South Jersey who has represented the Third Congressional District since 2019,

by: MSN

UN COP16 summit tackles forced migration and insecurity

COP16 has highlighted the urgent link between desertification, land degradation and drought— which are worsening forced migration and threatening global stability.Up to 40% of the world's agricultural land is already degraded,

by: MSN

Inside the Medicare Advantage influence machine

Federal officials resolved more than a decade ago to crack down on whopping government overpayments to private Medicare Advantage health insurance plans, which were siphoning off billions of tax dollars every year.

by: MSN

Tulsi Gabbard faces questions over views on Syria after sudden collapse of Assad rule

by: MSN

Top border official under Biden to step down before Trump takes office

Troy Miller ran Customs and Border Protection during a period of record illegal crossings along the U.S.-Mexico border. He is a 31-year veteran of the agency.

by: MSN

US-Backed Fighters Are Already Losing Hope in Post-Assad Syria

"Perhaps Islamic rule will come … and the regime will become totalitarian again," SDC cochair Riad Darar told Newsweek.

by: MSN

How government aid, housing, and jobs affect new mothers

Researchers provide vital insights into social determinants such as government support, stable housing, and employment opportunities on postpartum health among Louisiana mothers during stressful periods including COVID-19,

by: MSN

Are The Guardian and The Observer about to part ways?

Are The Guardian and The Observer about to part ways? - With Labour in power, the paper should be driving the agenda - instead, it's at war with itself

by: MSN

Erdogan vows to safeguard Syria's stability and rebuild cities

The President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has announced that his country will take all necessary steps to ensure the stability of Syria. He emphasized that Turkey is committed to supporting the reconstruction of Syrian cities and preventing the influx of terrorists.

by: MSN

Rudy Giuliani threatened with 'arsenal of sanctions' and 'imprisonment' after he blamed judge's 'ideological' demeanor for him being unable to hire an attorney

A federal judge threatened Rudy Giuliani with sanctions and imprisonment after he missed the deadline to respond to a request that he be held in contempt. The post Rudy Giuliani threatened with 'arsenal of sanctions' and 'imprisonment' after he blamed judge's 'ideological' demeanor for him being unable to hire an attorney first appeared on Law & Crime.

by: MSN

Trump's Justice Department secretly obtained phone records from Congress members and staff

Trump's Justice Department secretly obtained phone records from Congress members and staff - Two House Democrats and 43 staffers targeted in broad sweep during Trump's administration

by: MSN

Watchdog admonishes DOJ for subpoenaing private records of congressional aides and reporters

by: MSN

NYC shrinks migrant shelter systems as border surge slows and Trump threatens mass deportations

New York City is shrinking the huge emergency shelter system it created to house tens of thousands of migrants as the number of new arrivals steadily drops and President-elect Donald Trump has promised mass deportations upon regaining the White House next month.

by: MSN

Biden Faces Mounting Pressure To Clear Federal Death Row and Issue More Commutations After Pardoning His Son

A broad array of advocacy organizations and religious groups—including the Vatican—are urging President Joe Biden to commute the sentences of several groups of federal prisoners before he leaves office,

by: MSN

What the oil and gas industry wants from Trump and how the administration might deliver it

The oil and gas industry has a "to do" list for President-elect Donald Trump. The lobby group American Petroleum Institute has asked Trump to swiftly authorize liquified natural g

by: MSN

Germany, UK and France say they are extremely concerned about Iran enrichment increase

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany, Britain and France said on Monday they were "extremely concerned" about Iran's acceleration in its capacity for enrichment of uranium, urging Iran to halt and reverse these steps. Rafael Grossi, head of the UN nuclear watchdog ...

by: MSN

'Un-American and shameful': House Dem slams Trump's promise to end birthright citizenship

Rep. Robert Garcia, D-Calif., reacts to President-elect Trump's promise to end birthright citizenship. Posted: December 10, 2024 | Last updated: December 10, 2024

by: MSN

Feds collected records of congressional staff, reporters in Trump-era leak probes

The Justice Department failed to follow internal policy and ignored protections when seeking records from members of Congress, dozens of congressional staffers and members of the media, a watchdog found.

by: MSN

Who is Mohammed al-Bashir? Syria's new interim PM who has connections to both Assad and the rebels

After more than half a century of the Assad family ruling over Syria, a little-known local politician has been named as the country's interim leader and tasked with ushering in a stable government. Three days on from rebels completing a sweeping ...

by: MSN

Why Is Israel Bombing Syria?

Israel has launched a bombing campaign in Syria, targeting air bases, weaponry and suspected chemical weapons facilities, purportedly to disarm extremists.

by: MSN

Watchdog raises concerns over Trump-era leak probes of members of Congress

A top government watchdog raised concerns over the handling of leak investigations during the first Trump administration that targeted members of Congress and the media.

by: MSN

Syria's Assad is in Russia, Putin's deputy foreign minister confirms to NBC News

Russia is providing sanctuary to Bashar al Assad, after the swift collapse of the Syrian leader's regime, Russia's deputy foreign minister told NBC News.

by: MSN

South Korea's Ex-Defense Chief Formally Arrested Over Martial Law Episode

The Seoul Central District Court has approved an arrest warrant for former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun, citing charges of rebellion and abuse of power.

by: MSN

Boston Mayor's Plan to Raise Commercial Taxes Fails in Massachusetts Senate

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's proposal to temporarily increase commercial property taxes has failed after months of debate between lawmakers and business groups.

by: MSN

Johnson pours cold water on KOSA push

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) cautioned Republicans against rushing to pass a bill to protect kids and teens online on Tuesday as the GOP prepares to take control of the White House and Congress.

by: MSN

After Assad is driven out of Syria, celebrations and prisoners freed

There were widespread celebrations in Syria after rebels forced dictator Bashar al-Assad from power, whose family has ruled Syria for decades. The rebels are led by a former al Qaeda commander who says he has since split from the terror group.

Watchdog raises concerns over Trump-era leak probes of reporters, members of Congress

A top government watchdog raised concerns over the handling of leak investigations during the first Trump administration that targeted members of Congress and the media.
The article from ABC News discusses concerns raised by the Justice Department's Office of the Inspector General regarding the Trump administration's investigations into leaks to journalists. The watchdog report highlighted that the Trump-era Justice Department conducted numerous leak investigations, some of which involved examining the phone records of reporters from major news organizations like CNN, The New York Times, and The Washington Post. These investigations were criticized for potentially infringing on press freedoms. The report noted that while the investigations were legally authorized, they raised significant First Amendment issues due to their broad scope and the methods used, such as subpoenaing journalists' phone records without their knowledge. The Inspector General recommended that the Justice Department should revise its guidelines to better protect journalists' rights and ensure that such investigations are conducted with greater transparency and oversight.

Read the Full ABC Article at:
https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/watchdog-raises-concerns-trump-era-leak-probes-reporters/story?id=116639965

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