Wed, December 11, 2024

by: The Mirror

Do you support the farmers' protests? Take our poll and have your say

As farmers take their tractors to Parliament today in a second protest over changes to inheritance tax, we ask if you support them or not

by: USA Today

Cole: Trump plan to kill Education Department won't be easy and must ensure Impact Aid continues

Though he said he's supportive of Trump's plan to shutter the Department of Education, U.S. Rep. Tom Cole isn't sure the agency will actually close.

by: CTV News

Trudeau highlights Kamala Harris presidential defeat as an attack on women's progress

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says women's rights and women's progress is under attack, pointing to the recent defeat of U.S. presidential candidate Kamala Harris as an example.

by: London Evening Standard

Nature decline and rising temperatures pose risk to UK food security - report

The latest Government report shows UK self-sufficiency broadly unchanged in 20 years, but highlights worsening risks.

by: St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Chesterfield's mayor is leaving office after 12 years. Two are running to replace him, so far.

Councilman Dan Hurt and Derek Grier, a former councilman and state representative, are both running to replace Chesterfield Mayor Bob Nation in April.

by: Kansas City Star

Missouri's new governor is keeping a lot of the same people in charge. Why that matters

Gov.-elect Mike Kehoe has started rolling out his picks to lead state agencies. Many are familiar names who served under Gov. Mike Parson.

by: The Nation

Remembering Fred Harris

Harris lost as many fights as he won, but throughout his long life, he didn't hesitate to take on the Powers That Be on behalf of the Powers That Ought to Be, embracing the wisdom of an old cowboy maxim: "Speak the truth, but ride a fast horse."

by: Business Standard

Dhankhar acts like a school headmaster: Kharge on no-confidence motion

Kharge said that Dhankhar, as Rajya Sabha Chairman, acts like a 'school headmaster' and gives sermons to experienced opposition leaders while stopping them from speaking

by: CNN

Democratic governors quietly prep extensive plans to counter Trump

Diplomatic and depressed as they have been in public, a small group of Democratic governors are deep into behind-the-scenes preparations and deliberations over how to balance the politics of pushing back on what they are expecting from President-elect Donald Trump's next turn in the White House.

by: briefly

Economic Freedom Fighters Call on Government To Abolish Tender System

The Economic Freedom Fighters have called on the government to abolish the tender system and make insourcing compulsory. Netizens agreed with the EFF.

by: Tuko

Lawyer Moves to Court to Stop Raila Odinga from Using Public Funds in AUC Campaign: "Urgent"

Lawyer Suyianka Lempaa now wants the Kenyan government compelled to explain the criteria used in settling on Raila Odinga as the cuntry's candidate for AUC.

by: Times Union

Biden approves national security memo aimed at helping Trump on China, Iran, North Korea and Russia

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has approved a new national security memorandum that is meant to serve as a roadmap for the incoming Trump administration as it looks to counter growing cooperation among China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, the White House said Wednesday.

by: The Hill

Trump sparks fears over retribution against media with Patel FBI pick

Threats by Kash Patel, President-elect Trump's pick for FBI director, to use the power of the bureau to scrutinize news outlets critical of the incoming administration are sending a chill through

by: Yahoo

Trump says America's success will be his 'retribution.' Let's hope he means that. | Opinion

Donald Trump needs to honor his promises to get illegal immigration under control and help Americans better handle the high cost of living.

by: KGOU

Bankruptcy judge rejects The Onion's bid for Infowars

by: Indiatimes

Rajya Sabha being run by politics, not rules: Mallikarjun Kharge's big charge against VP Jagdeep Dhankhar

Leading the INDIA bloc charge against Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday accused the Rajya Sab.

by: Fox 11 News

Top DOGE senator demands answers on plan to exhaust CHIPs Act funds before Trump arrives

Senate DOGE Caucus leader Joni Ernst of Iowa is sending letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo about her recent comments outlining how CHIPs Act funds will be spent.

by: India Today

Jagdeep Dhankhar a government spokesperson: Mallikarjun Kharge on no-trust move

Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's "fidelity" was towards the ruling BJP instead of the Constitution and constitutional tradition.

by: Charlotte Observer

Under the Dome: Riggs wins in final recount of Supreme Court race, but challenges remain

The final count of votes in the race on Tuesday upheld Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs 's victory, reports Kyle Ingram. That means Griffin's protests, which the North Carolina Democratic Party has challenged in federal court, may be his only avail. If they're accepted, it could change the race's outcome.

by: Fox 11 News

House set to challenge Biden green energy standards for washing machines with 'Liberty in Laundry' bill vote

The "Liberty in Laundry Act," introduced by Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., will seek to block the Biden administration's new energy standards for clothing washers.

by: Business Standard

Explained: What pushed INDIA bloc's no-confidence against Jagdeep Dhankhar?

The INDIA bloc has accused Rajya Sabha Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar of bias, citing his acceptance of BJP speeches linking Sonia Gandhi to George Soros while dismissing 11 opposition notices

by: Daily Record

Scots Tories accused of 'typical nasty politics' after demanding refugees pay for bus fares

People seeking asylum in Scotland are legally barred from working and are expected to live on as little as £1.36 a day.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

A secret agent, the KGB and a 'witch-hunt': The ASIO raid that infuriated Australia's ex-spies

The decision by ASIO to raid a high profile former officer is unprecedented in the agency's recent history and has divided Australia's intelligence community.

by: Fox 11 News

Protesters attempt to stop removal of hundreds of migrants from public-funded housing

Activists and elected officials gathered outside Gov. Kathy Hochul's office on Monday to protest the closure of two hotels housing hundreds of migrants in New York's capital region.

by: CNN

Justice Department's storied Civil Rights Division will fight DEI under Trump

President-elect Donald Trump's Justice Department is preparing to go on the anti-"woke" offensive against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have been a cause célèbre of the right, two sources familiar with the incoming administration's plans told CNN.

by: Business Standard

Connection between Soros, Nehru-Gandhi family run deep, alleges BJP

The BJP levelled allegations saying that the Nehru-Gandhi family may have compromised India's strategic interests to benefit their extended family's financial and entrepreneurial ventures

by: MSN

Elon Musk's 'bold warning': The US Government workforce to face a major transformation under Trump 2.0

Elon Musk advocates shifting government employees to the private sector for increased productivity, aligning with the Trump administration's 'Save America' agenda and Project 2025. This initiative, involving figures like Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy,

by: The Independent

M?ori tribes make rare plea to King Charles for intervention in New Zealand politics

More than 80 MÄ?ori tribes have made an urgent plea to King Charles, accusing New Zealand's government of undermining Indigenous rights

by: MSN

County aims to further limit cooperation with immigration authorities, but sheriff pushes back

The county Board of Supervisors passed a resolution Tuesday that aims to completely restrict county agencies from cooperating with federal authorities on immigration enforcement. The vote comes weeks before President-elect Donald Trump,

by: MSN

Fianna Fail and Fine Gael ramp up Government formation talks - amid hunt for third coalition partner

It follows a meeting between chief negotiators for both parties on Tuesday evening. Fianna Fáil's deputy leader, Jack Chambers, met with Fine Gael's deputy leader, Helen McEntee, to discuss how the government formation talks will run.

by: MSN

William Ruto: Anybody opposing cattle vaccination is mad, unreasonable, and stupid

President William Ruto explained why his Kenya Kwanza administration was determined to vaccinate millions of livestock countrywide despite opposition.

by: USA Today

Syria and the ousting of Assad: is it good or bad for the United States?

The focus for the U.S.. after Assad's ouster, is on the historic moment for Syria. Left unsaid: the turmoil is potentially good news for the U.S. as well

by: Business Standard

Belagavi is and will be Karnataka's: Tejasvi Surya slams Aaditya Thackeray

Speaking to mediapersons, Surya stated that inflaming these kinds of passions is not good in the interest of both Maharashtra and Karnataka

by: Sun Star

Tell it to SunStar: Demonic 'church meddling' in politics (Part 1)

By Reni M. Valenzuela Exorcize it. Outlaw the abhorrent "politicking" by churches, much less during elections, dear countrymen and leaders of the land. Fight it

by: CNN

Trump takeover of Washington begins as he holds court from Palm Beach

The epicenter of Donald Trump's transition is gradually shifting from south Florida to Washington, DC, to prepare for the president-elect's return to the country's seat of power, even as he prefers to bask in the afterglow of his electoral triumph from Mar-a-Lago.

by: MSN

Jonathan Turley: Susan Wild and other rotten Dems are in an ethical free fall

You must be wary of those seeking to use their influence and their expertise to wrongful ends." Those words were spoken at the George Washington Law School commencement ceremony two years ago by the recently defeated Rep.

by: MSN

Trump picks Kimberly Guilfoyle and Tom Barrack to be ambassadors to Greece and Turkey

President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate former Fox News personality Kimberly Guilfoyle and his longtime billionaire friend Tom Barrack to serve as ambassadors to Greece and Turkey respectively.
Tue, December 10, 2024

by: 24/7 Wall St

What Trump's Win Means For Israel

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 US presidential election means he is the first president to serve two non-consecutive terms since Grover Cleveland. Domestic economic concerns were the most important factor in his surprisingly decisive victory.

by: deseret

Congress faces looming government shutdown deadline ahead of Christmas. Is anyone concerned?

Both sides of the aisle want to avoid a shutdown, and will most likely pass a stopgap bill through March, but the negotiations over the details are still ongoing.

by: London Evening Standard

Farmers set for tractor protest as Government says its support is 'steadfast'

Farmers will protest in Westminster with their tractors on Wednesday, as the Government insists its support for the sector is "steadfast".

by: Mint

Politics News News Today Live: INDIA Bloc's motion to remove Jagdeep Dhankhar: 'Silenced opposition, delegitimized dissent' - full details

Stay engaged with the latest in politics, covering government policies, political debates, and legislative updates. From breaking developments in national governance to international diplomatic relations,

by: MSN

Trump picks ambassadors to Greece and Turkey

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Tuesday picked Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host turned political fundraiser, as the next U.S. ambassador to Greece and Tom Barrack, the chair of his 2016 inaugural committee,

by: MSN

Morning Glory: Trump and Congressional Republicans need to fast-track the budget

The priority for President-elect Trump and every member of the Republican majorities in the House and Senate has to be the new budget resolution and the reconciliation process it unlocks. The GOP Conferences on both sides of the Hill have to arrive in January prepared to go far with the budget resolution and to go fast.

by: Toronto Star

Pierre Poilievre says it shouldn't take Donald Trump to make the Liberals to sort out a fentanyl crisis

Poilievre used an Opposition day motion to hammer Justin Trudeau, saying reduced sentences "for drug kingpins" and lax borders "threaten our trade relationship with our biggest trading partner and greatest ally.

by: MSN

Kimberly Guilfoyle and Don Jr. split after public fights but she's made Greece ambassador

Insiders claim Donald Trump Jr and Kimberly Guilfoyle have broken up, and he's already moved on with a new woman, but

by: MSN

Georgian anti-government protests enter twelfth night amidst intensifying policing

Thousands have protested in Tbilisi against the suspension of EU accession talks. Police have used water cannons and tear gas, with violence also directed at journalists. View on euronews

by: MSN

MSNBC's O'Donnell, Psaki and Wagner hit all-time viewership lows despite busy news week

MSNBC's "Alex Wagner Tonight," "Inside with Jen Psaki" and "The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell" all hit rock bottom last week despite a busy news cycle.

by: MSN

TikTok files legal challenge of federal government's shutdown order

TikTok is challenging the federal government's order to shut down its operations in Canada, claiming it will eliminate hundreds of jobs and potentially terminate a quarter of a million contracts that it has with Canadian advertising clients.

San Diego sheriff defies new policy to limit cooperation with immigration officials

The sheriff of the nation's fifth-largest county on Tuesday defied a new policy to limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, setting up a showdown over a new obstacle to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plans.

The San Diego County Sheriff's Department has decided to continue its cooperation with federal immigration authorities, despite a new state law, Senate Bill 140, which limits local law enforcement's involvement in immigration enforcement. Sheriff Kelly Martinez announced that the department will still honor immigration detainers for individuals suspected of serious or violent felonies, arguing that this is necessary for public safety. This stance defies the intent of the new policy, which aims to reduce the role of local police in immigration matters, thereby fostering trust between immigrant communities and law enforcement. The decision has sparked debate over the balance between community trust and public safety, with critics arguing that such cooperation could lead to racial profiling and undermine community policing efforts.

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