• Sat, December 14, 2024

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Election 2024: Do Polls Matter?

Rrecently wrote a piece for the Centre for International Governance Innovation in which I described the likely outcome of the 2024 elections as follows - "by conventional wisdom, the economic pinch points felt under Ghana's ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government,

by: WKTV

National and International News in Focus: Dec. 13

Among the roughly 1,500 people whose sentences were commuted or who were pardoned by President Joe Biden are a nonprofit leader who supports at-risk youth, a social worker who fosters

by: Baltimore Banner

Maryland makes it easier to determine benefits eligibility with web portal

A new online tool makes it easier for Marylanders to determine whether they qualify for basic government services, such as food benefits and Medicaid, Gov. Wes Moore announced Friday.

by: Bar & Bench

Ban 'politricks', not student politics: Kerala High Court on plea to ban on campus politics

There cannot be a complete ban on political activities in colleges but harmful practices arising out of student politics should be eliminated, the Kerala H

by: Business Insider

Trump inviting Xi to his inauguration is an audacious power play

Trump invited China's president to his inauguration next year, but the move is likely the latest move to imbalance Xi and reset US-China relations.

by: The Hill

Five ways congressional investigations could change in the next Congress and beyond

The future of congressional investigations could be defined by Republican eagerness to probe private industry and less willingness to defer to the Justice Department, experts say. House

by: Santa Rosa Press Democrat

A look at the whirlwind events that led to the impeachment of South Korea's president

South Korea's parliament voted to impeach embattled President Yoon Suk Yeol over his short-lived martial law decree this month, a shocking stunt that paralyzed the country's politics, halted foreign policy and spooked financial markets.

by: RealClearPolitics

DHS Sec Alejandro Mayorkas: Experts, Our "State-Of-The-Art Technology" Have Not Confirmed Any Drone Sightings

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas in an interview with CNN's Wolf Blitzer on Friday reacted to unexplained drone sightings and declared them to be "cases of mistaken identity where drones are actually small aircraft and people are misidentifying them.

by: Telangana Today

Syria is turning into battleground of geopolitics

The Syria conflict might appear as a domestic civil war aimed at toppling an autocratic ruler but the reality is far more complex with various nations pursuing their strategic interests

by: Yahoo

Only when migration is under control will politics return to normal

Is Kemi Badenoch getting it wrong? Why did she devote her weekly opportunity to confront the prime minister at last Wednesday's PMQs to immigration when, just outside, there was a massive demonstration by farmers whose grievance might have given her a stronger card to play?

by: CNN

Georgia political crisis deepens as lawmakers vote in far-right ex-soccer player as president

Georgian lawmakers have voted in far-right former soccer star Mikheil Kavelashvili as next president of Georgia, amid mounting popular anger over the government's halt to EU accession talks.

by: The Boston Globe

A look at the South Korean leader who has been impeached after shocking martial law edict

South Korea's parliament has voted to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol, a stunning fall from grace for a man who rose from political obscurity to the height of political power.

by: Detroit Free Press

Democrats dash House Republican hopes of votes on tipped wage, paid leave

Michigan House GOP left session with a demand for votes to change paid sick leave and minimum wage laws. Democrats adjourned without taking them up.

by: RealClearPolitics

It's Time For a National Conversation About Left-Wing Violence

Even before we knew the targeted killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione was politically motivated, many leftists were

by: moneycontrol.com

After poll fight, patch up talks: NCP (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar's mother bats for Sharad-Ajit unity

Pune, Dec 14 (PTI) Nationalist Congress Party (SP) MLA Rohit Pawar's mother Sunanda has emphasised the need for party factions led by veteran politician Sharad Pawar and Maharashtra deputy CM Ajit Pawar to come together as voices for unity emerged from both rival camps.

by: The New York Times

Trump's Transition Business Largely Happens After Night Falls

At his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida, the president-elect has been hosting diplomatic dinners, announcing cabinet picks and firing off texts to his aides — all after the sun goes down.

by: The New York Times

A.T.F. Braces for a Sharp Change of Course Under Trump

There is little doubt that tumult lies ahead for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, perhaps in the form of even deeper funding cuts.

by: MSN

RFK Jr.'s increasing power raises concerns as school vaccinations rates decline

Experts are worried about how President-elect Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy as Health and Human Services secretary will affect vaccination rates for school children, which have been on the decline.

by: MSN

Trump is vowing to pardon Jan. 6 rioters. Allies and critics alike say he needs a refresher.

President-elect Donald Trump's recent "Meet the Press" interview has triggered concerns among allies and critics about his level of awareness of the details of the sprawling investigation into the Capitol attack that has produced hundreds of convictions in the nearly four years since Jan.

by: MSN

INSIDE WINNIPEG POLITICS: Tariff threats, leadership concerns, and Canadian unity

This week on Inside Winnipeg Politics, Royce Koop and Kevin Klein discussed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariff and who is doing it right and completely wrong. The conversation highlights differing approaches by Canadian leaders and raised questions about Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mishandling of the situation.

by: MSN

Mexico and Canada Compete for Trump's Favor as the President-Elect's Tariff Threats Loom Large, Report Says

Trump's rhetoric on tariffs has led some to view his approach as a "divide and conquer" tactic between the two nations

by: MSN

Georgia elects Kavelashvili amid protests and opposition boycott

The Electoral College elected Mikheil Kavelashvili as the president of Georgia on Saturday, as announced by the Central Election Commission (CEC). The 53-year-old politician and former soccer player was the sole candidate proposed by the ruling Georgian Dream party.

by: MSN

Saftu opposes government's early retirement plan, warns of service delivery crisis

Saftu has voiced strong opposition to the government's early retirement initiative for public servants, highlighting potential risks to service delivery and the livelihoods of working-class families

by: MSN

'If I dig up Parliament and find something, will it be mine?' Owaisi in Lok Sabha

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi slammed Prime Minister Narendra Modi, accusing the BJP-led government of trying to snatch Waqf properties and erode the Urdu language.

by: MSN

Blinken: 'Broad Agreement' Between US and Turkey on Syria

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan say they are aligned in their vision for Syria.

by: MSN

RFK, Jr. is 'focused' on reversing the chronic disease epidemic, says Calley Means

TruMed founder Calley Means addresses Sen. Elizabeth Warren and other Democrats' concerns around RFK, Jr. and his vaccine stance on 'Jesse Watters Primetime.'

by: MSN

'Extremely troubling and irresponsible analogy': Trump attorneys blast Bragg for 'dark dream scenario' involving a 'hypothetical dead defendant' to finalize hush ...

and will soon be "the only person who alone composes a branch of government"—and a hypothetical dead defendant. That unhinged contention demonstrates conclusively that DA Bragg and [the DA's office] cannot be trusted to separate their political ...

by: MSN

Mystery Drone Sightings Spark Government Backlash: 'Entirely Unacceptable'

Larry Hogan shared footage online which he said showed several drones flying over his Maryland residence on Thursday night.

by: MSN

South Korean president is impeached over martial law declaration

South Korean lawmakers are set to vote for a second time Saturday on whether to impeach President Yoon Suk Yeol over his failed attempt to impose martial law.

by: MSN

Pub bombings answers 'no nearer despite repeal'

Julie Hambleton is worried legislation that follows will continue to conceal the truth.

by: MSN

Elon Musk's DOGE bombarded with insider tips on government waste. Here's what they revealed

Republican Senator investigates alleged government waste involving a HUD employee living in Florida while collecting full pay.

by: MSN

Dennis Itumbi's post titled 'Kasongo delivers' tickles Kenyans: "Mlikubali jina"

The Head of Creative Economy and Special Projects Dennis Itumbi has left Kenyans suprised after making a post on Instagram referring William Ruto as Kasongo.

by: MSN

U.S. Will Allow California to Ban New Gas-Powered Cars, Officials Say

The Biden administration is expected in the coming days to grant California and 11 other states permission to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered cars by 2035, one of the most ambitious climate policies in the United States and beyond,

by: MSN

B.C. NDP government, Greens reach 'shared priorities' agreement

The British Columbia New Democrats have negotiated a deal with the two Green Party members of the legislature that will help stabilize the New Democrats' slim majority government, Premier David Eby says.

by: MSN

Priyanka Gandhi slams Centre for not providing relief package to Wayanad, says it's playing politics

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Saturday accused the Centre of denying assistance to landslides-affected people of Wayanad due to politics and asserted that there should be no discrimination in times of natural disasters.

by: MSN

Why Reform UK is doing so well

Nigel Farage's party is positioning itself as the truth-sayer on an issue that other parties refuse to address

by: MSN

Trade protectionist measures by the US and others put world on path to war

National leaders seem to have forgotten that autarky is incompatible with the high levels of prosperity enjoyed in the post-war era US president-elect Donald Trump's tariff threats are making headlines,

by: MSN

Former military counterintelligence chief arrested over martial law

Yeo In-hyung, former chief of the Defense Counterintelligence Command, was arrested for his involvement in the Dec. 3 martial law incident. He is the second high-ranking official to be detained following the arrest of former Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun.

by: MSN

McConnell defends polio vaccine after report that RFK Jr. adviser sought to revoke approval

Ky., a polio survivor, responded critically to a report in The New York Times that a key lawyer and longtime advisor to Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

by: MSN

Map Shows Which States Will Help Donald Trump With Mass Deportation Plan

Republican governors pledged to use every tool at their disposal to go after illegal immigrants, while some Democratic leaders plan to stand in the way.

by: MSN

PM Modi prays at Akshayavat, reviews corridor development ahead of Mahakumbh 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Akshayavat in Prayagraj to offer prayers and seek blessings for the successful organization of Maha Kumbh 2025. The PM performed rituals at the revered site, including offering prayers at the sacred tree and lighting a ceremonial lamp to invoke divine blessings for global welfare and India's prosperity.

by: MSN

Drone sightings in New Jersey and Maryland fuel ask for more resources

Federal investigators say they don't have answers yet but don't believe the drones are a threat. But current and ex-lawmakers are taking them seriously.

by: MSN

Priyanka Gandhi slams govt for not providing relief package to Wayanad, says it's playing politics

Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra accused the Centre of denying aid to landslide-affected Wayanad due to political motivations. She and other Kerala MPs protested at Parliament, demanding a relief package.

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission: Latest update for central employees, this message came from the government itself..

The 8th Pay Commission has been discussed for a long time regarding central employees. Everyone wants to know when the government will bring the next pay commission and how much will it increase the salary of the employees.

by: MSN

Mahakumbh 2025: PM Modi gains insights into arrangements made by the Yogi government

Mahakumbhnagar: To make the Mahakumbh a divine, grand, and unforgettable event, the Yogi government is working at war footing on preparations, which were reviewed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday.

by: MSN

Remembering Gemma Hussey: Trailblazing politician and campaigner for women in public life

"As a dedicated and effective government minister, she set a stirring example of the key role which must be held by women in politics. "In introducing aural and oral exams and establishing the National Parents Council as minister for ...

by: MSN

Lawmakers tell Apple, Google to prepare for TikTok ban

TikTok now plans to appeal to the Supreme Court and has asked the D.C. Circuit to put the law on hold while it appeals the case.

by: MSN

Fact-Check: Did President Joe Biden Pardon Chinese Spies?

A claim that Biden pardoned two Chinese spies and a CCP official's relative in a prisoner swap sparked controversy over his final round of pardons.

Fact-Check: Did President Joe Biden Pardon Chinese Spies?

A claim that Biden pardoned two Chinese spies and a CCP official's relative in a prisoner swap sparked controversy over his final round of pardons.
The article from MSN, titled "Fact Check: Did President Joe Biden Pardon Chinese Spies?", addresses a claim circulating on social media that President Joe Biden pardoned Chinese spies. The fact-checking reveals that this claim is false. The confusion stems from Biden's decision to commute the sentences of 160 individuals for non-violent drug offenses on December 22, 2023, as part of his clemency actions. None of these individuals were convicted of espionage or related to spying for China. The article clarifies that the list of those granted clemency does not include anyone charged with spying or any national security crimes, debunking the misinformation. The fact check was conducted by USA TODAY, which confirmed that the narrative about Biden pardoning Chinese spies is baseless.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/fact-check-did-president-joe-biden-pardon-chinese-spies/ar-AA1vPwFC


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