Mon, December 16, 2024

by: The West Australian

Federal Government finds $14.6 billion for Budget, not enough to cover $25.1 billion in unavoidable spending

The Federal Government has found another $14.6 billion to cut or shift around within the Budget - but that is not enough to cover 'unavoidable' and 'automatic' spending.

by: Fox Business

The federal deficit keeps growing and the Congressional Budget Office has solutions

The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office released a report analyzing 76 policy options for reducing the federal budget deficit, including spending cuts, entitlement and tax reforms.

by: USA Today

Musk, Ramaswamy promise to make cuts through DOGE. Here's how Georgians could be impacted.

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have a singular directive under the new Trump administration: make cuts. How will Georgians be impacted?

by: Florida Politics

Gunster expands government affairs practice with launch of Arrow Group

The addition of this talented team will significantly expand our statewide presence in public policy consulting.'

by: Houston Chronicle

Fact check: Mike Johnson claims only about 1% of federal employees work in the office

Speaker Mike Johnson's claim seems to reference a survey by a news outlet that says it was not scientific and shouldn't be used to draw conclusions.

by: legit

"Tinubu is Not Their Mate": APC Reacts to Obasanjo, Kwankwaso, Obi's 2027 Ploy

APC dismissed the weekend meeting between Obasanjo, Kwankwaso, and Duke, calling it inconsequential to its political dominance under President Tinubu.

by: FOX59 News

'Going to be painful': Venezuelan expert sounds alarm about what's next if sanctuary city policies continue

by: Dhaka Tribune

Tarique: Accountable govt, functional parliament can safeguard people's power

Stressing the importance of employment to strengthen national unity, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday said that an accountable government and a functional parliament can safeguard the political power of the people.

by: Express & Star

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - why I am devolving more powers to Richard Parker, mayor for the West Midlands

The Prime Minister today announced a new devolution settlement in England, which will give more powers to regional mayors, such as the West Midlands' Richard Parker. Writing exclusively for the Express & Star, he outlines why.

by: moneycontrol.com

Maharashtra Cabinet: Fadnavis' unique formula carries short-term gains but long-term risks

However, what sets apart the oath ceremony for the cabinet expansion of CM Devendra Fadnavis in Nagpur on Sunday is the strategic two-and-a-half-year tenure formula introduced by Fadnavis. This approach offers several advantages for him as the Chief Minister and as a BJP leader.

by: Reuters

Malaysia PM appoints Thai heavyweight Thaksin his adviser on ASEAN

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday appointed Thailand's billionaire political heavyweight and former premier Thaksin Shinawatra as his personal adviser for when he becomes chair of Southeast Asia's regional bloc next year.

by: Business Standard

Development, nationalism have to be viewed from prism of Preamble: VP

Development, nationalism, security, welfare of the people and affirmative government schemes have to be viewed only from the "one prism" of the Preamble of the Constitution, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Monday.

by: Boston Herald

Lowry: The Musk effect on Trump's presidency

It's a testament to the energy and drive of Elon Musk that he's now a key adviser to an incoming president of the United States who he helped elect this year — and this is a side

by: Sydney Morning Herald

New Year's commuter chaos on cards as transport union votes for further action

Industrial action on Sydney's rail network is back on the table after union members voted overwhelmingly to continue their campaign.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Calling time on the remaining Bali Nine members

The remaining five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia, but nobody is the wiser about the deal struck to secure their release.

by: Deccan Chronicle

Bonalu belongs to the people, not politics: Vijayashanthi criticises BRS for ignoring Telangana Thalli's official honour

Hyderabad: The first Telangana Thalli statue was unveiled in 2007, crafted by the esteemed artist B.S. Ramulu, portraying her as a maternal figure for the marginalised and downtrodden,

by: MSN

Fall fiscal update to grapple with Trump presidency, expected to show larger deficit

The Liberals' fall economic statement Monday is expected to show a larger-than-promised deficit and offer details on how the government will tackle the threat of U.S. tariffs ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration in the new year.

by: MSN

Kyrgyzstan's president dismisses prime minister, RIA reports

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has dismissed the prime minister, Akylbek Japarov, Russia's RIA state news agency reported on Monday, citing an unidentified source in the presidential administration. There was no further detail on why Japarov,

by: MSN

'Bali Nine' watch deal signed to repatriate them to Australia after 19 years in jail

The remaining five members of the 'Bali Nine' looked on as Australian and Indonesian government officials signed a repatriation deal, granting their return to Australia.

by: Express & Star

Prime Minister Keir Starmer - why I am devolving more powers to Richard Parker, mayor for the West Mildlands

The Prime Minister today announced a new devolution settlement in England, which will give more powers to regional mayors, such as the West Midlands' Richard Parker. Writing exclusively for the Express & Star, he outlines why.

by: MSN

European 'peacekeepers' in Ukraine? A horrible idea.

Trump and other leaders reportedly discussed the plan but it's a trial balloon that shouldn't have gotten far off the ground

by: MSN

Donald Trump's incoming administration is filled with 'losers'

Donald Trump has long made it clear that "winning" is paramount and so-called "losers" are deplorable. But his recent picks for top roles in his administration reflect a striking pattern of a whole lot of losers: people who have been defeated in elections across the board,

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Calling time on the rest of the Bali Nine

The remaining five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia, but nobody is the wiser about the deal struck to secure their release.

by: MSN

Assam locals join protest with Arunachal against dam construction, demands free flow of Siang River

In a show of solidarity, the people of Assam have joined the growing protests in Arunachal Pradesh against the proposed dam construction on the Siang River.

by: cnbctv18

Government postpones introduction of bills related to One Nation One Election: Reports

On Thursday, December 12, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the constitutional amendment bill aimed at implementing simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly elections.

by: The Irish Times

Independents' demands for government include wishlist on health and housing

Labour Party representatives to meet Simon Harris and Fine Gael negotiating team, and Labour leader Ivana Bacik to meet Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin

by: Seattle Times

South Korean investigators push to summon impeached president as court set to determine his fate

South Korean law enforcement authorities are pushing to summon impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning over his short-lived martial law decree.

by: MSN

More coal and gas, less renewables: what a nuclear power plan for Australia would really mean

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's plan for nuclear power in Australia has provoked a great deal of discussion and analysis - most of it critical. Experts point out the Coalition's long-awaited modelling involves both highly optimistic costings and a massively lower demand for electricity than expected in official projections.

by: MSN

Biden-Harris administration's response to mysterious drone sightings sparks speculation

The Brad vs Everyone podcast host Brad Polumbo has discussed the strange phenomenon of mysterious drones being spotted flying over parts of New Jersey.

by: MSN

Gale of Defections: Labour Party suffers huge set back ahead 2027

by: World Socialist Web Site

Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance joins government in 2 German states to impose austerity measures

The coalition agreements and the new administrations in Brandenburg and Thuringia send a clear message: "Business as usual!"

by: New Jersey Globe

Stomping Grounds: Does broadcast TV still work?; Drones and more drones; and low-turnout runoffs

New Jerseyans aren't always civil, but it's still possible for a liberal Democrat and a conservative Republican to have a rational and pleasant

by: The Age

Pallas needed a bigger bucket to douse Victoria's spending

The state needed more than a facilitator; it also needed someone to champion the increasingly quaint idea of fiscal restraint.
Sun, December 15, 2024

by: The Daily Telegraph

UK should emulate Trump and Musk's efficiency drive, says Badenoch

Britain should follow Donald Trump and Elon Musk's push to make the state more efficient and cut waste, Kemi Badenoch has said...

by: Detroit News

Trump's deportation plan stirs division on how it will affect Michigan policing

Massive undertaking leaves law enforcement officials, immigrants and their advocates with divided opinions on its impact on Michigan.

by: The Cincinnati Enquirer

Ohio's longtime conservative orator Cincinnati-area Rep. Bill Seitz leaves Legislature

Rep. Bill Seitz leaves the House after 24 years as a lawmaker, where he made friends and foes. Through it all, he had style and memorable speeches.

by: The Australian Financial Review

'My greatest regret': Pallas resigns as Victoria's debt grows

The state treasurer says Labor's ambitions were always bigger than the budget would allow, but he "never" questioned the $100 billion Suburban Rail Loop.

by: MSN

Politics Now: December 14th, 2024

We did into President-elect Donald Trump's deportation plans. How Nevada's Governor plans to support them, and what one Nevada Senator is urging President Biden to do. -The convicted HOA fraudster from southern Nevada who had his sentence commuted.

by: MSN

CM Chandrababu Naidu promises to establish Telugu varsity, name it after Potti Sriramulu

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu promised to establish a Telugu university in the State and name it after Potti Sriramulu, the freedom fighter known for his pivotal role in the formation on Andhra Pradesh.

by: MSN

Treasurer Tim Pallas quits politics after 18 years as state bogged down in debt

Tim Pallas will step down after delivering his 10th budget, which left Victoria with a forecast net debt of $187.8 billion and led to Labor taking a hit in the polls.

by: MSN

Former longtime South Carolina congressman John Spratt dies at 82

Spratt died Saturday night at home, surrounded by family, due to complications from Parkinson's disease, his daughter, Catherine Spratt, said in a post on Facebook. Tributes qui

by: MSN

Netanyahu Confirms 'Very Warm' Phone Call With Trump on Israel's Need To 'Complete Its Victory'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed holding a phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump, during which he reaffirmed his country's 'determination' to continue acting against Iran and its armed proxies,

by: MSN

Capitol View: Andrew Collins and Stefanie Pawluk

Capitol View host Roby Brock talked to State Representative Andrew Collins to learn more about their plans. Roby also ran down various political stories from the week around the Natural State. Capitol View airs on Sundays at 8:30 a.

by: MSN

Estonia and Lithuania extend sanctions against Georgian authorities

Lithuania has expanded the list of Georgian politicians and government officials subject to sanctions for resorting to violence against anti-government protesters. Source: Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys on X (Twitter);

by: Hindustan Times

Maya extends support to 'One Nation, One Election' bill

Mayawati urges political unity for the 'One Nation, One Election Bill', criticizes BJP and Congress on reservations, and emphasizes constitutional integrity.

by: MSN

Councils to be merged in major local government shake-up

District councils could be abolished and more elected mayors introduced across England under new plans for a major redesign of local government. Ministers are set to publish a paper on Monday outlining plans for mergers in areas where there are currently two tiers of local authority - smaller district and larger county councils - in a bid to streamline services.

by: The Australian Financial Review

Childcare package an early Christmas present to parents and children

For government to seek to save pennies by withholding access to early education for the children who will benefit from it the most is not just Scrooge-like behaviour, it's a false economy.

by: MSN

MAGA conspiracy theories link drone sightings to Project Blue Beam: Is US govt preparing a fake alien invasion?

A swarm of drones lighting up the night sky over the US East Coast has ignited a firestorm of speculation, with conspiracy theorists racing to the forefront with wild claims of government plots, alien invasions,

Lowry: The Musk effect on Trump's presidency

It's a testament to the energy and drive of Elon Musk that he's now a key adviser to an incoming president of the United States who he helped elect this year — and this is a side

The article by Rich Lowry, published in the Boston Herald on December 16, 2024, discusses the potential influence of Elon Musk on Donald Trump's presidency if Trump were to win a second term. Lowry explores how Musk's business acumen, technological innovation, and controversial public persona could impact Trump's administration. He suggests that Musk's involvement could lead to a more tech-focused policy agenda, potentially accelerating advancements in space exploration, electric vehicles, and AI regulation. However, Lowry also warns of the risks, including Musk's unpredictable behavior and his tendency to stir controversy, which might clash with traditional political norms and could either bolster or undermine Trump's governance style. The piece reflects on the synergy and potential conflicts between two highly influential figures known for their disruptive approaches to business and politics.

Read the Full Boston Herald Article at:
https://www.bostonherald.com/2024/12/16/lowry-the-musk-effect-on-trumps-presidency/


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