• Tue, December 24, 2024

by: ProPublica

Trump's Pick to Lead Federal Housing Agency Has Opposed Efforts to Aid the Poor

As HUD secretary, Scott Turner would oversee billions in housing aid, but as a Texas state legislator he voted against protections for poor tenants and has called government assistance "one of the most destructive things for the family.

by: wacotrib

Byron Johnson tips hat to Texas Ranger Museum after 28 years

In his tenure as museum director, Johnson has overseen its physical expansion, raised its international profile, strengthened its collections and research material and heightened its connections to today's Texas Rangers.

by: legit

"How Obasanjo Underdeveloped Grassroots in Nigeria": Tinubu Opens Up

President Bola Tinubu has dropped a direct bombshell on former President Olusegun Obasanjo as he revealed how the ex-president underdeveloped Nigeria.

by: Richmond

Feds clear Va. to use $1.48 billion to extend broadband to unserved parts of state

Virginia has a green light from the administration of President Joe Biden to use $1.48 billion in federal infrastructure funding to extend high-speed internet access to more than 133,000 unserved locations,

by: Newsday

State legislative leaders reject MTA capital plan, intend to include it in budget talks

That hole "is a specific concern that needs to be addressed before we can approve the program," stated Heastie and Stewart-Cousins. The legislative leaders are also members of the MTA Capital Program Review Board, which gave them the authority to reject the proposal.

by: Newsday

New York State to phase out 'super pollutants,' despite cost concerns

ALBANY — The state has restricted the use of "super pollutant" gases used in food stores, hospitals, high-tech bio storage facilities and other businesses that require refrigeration, despite warnings by business interests that the measure will be too costly for some enterprises to stay in business.

by: MSN

AG Rob Bonta offers legal support and warns of potential scams targeting immigrants

State Attorney General Rob Bonta issued further guidance last week to immigrants in California about their rights under state and federal law and offered new model policies for public institutions like courts,

by: MSN

'All braggadocio': Ex-Trump official 'very worried' of risk in next term

Donald Trump's former national security adviser delivered a dark forecast for the incoming president's second term in a stark Christmas Eve assessment where he sharply criticized his former boss's lack of knowledge and disinterest in facts.

by: MSN

'Really devastating and frustrating;' Community, library leaders search for solutions after fights

Biden delivers on threat to veto bill to expand US judiciary

by: MSN

NIN's role in Nigeria's socioeconomic inclusion programmes

The importance of a robust National Identity Management System is globally evident as it serves as the foundation for programmes and policies designed to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their background,

by: MSN

Publishers, authors say library books are a First Amendment right

Major publishing companies and authors Friday argued that a federal judge should deny Florida's request to dismiss a lawsuit over the removal of school library books, saying a controversial state law violates First Amendment rights.

by: MSN

The Hidden Enemy: Spies in China's Comment Sections

Exploitation of Comment Sections for Secrets by Spies China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) has raised serious concerns about foreign intelligence agencies exploiting social media to steal national secrets.

by: MSN

Tim Cullen, former Wisconsin state senator and civil rights advocate, dies

Tim Cullen, a Democrat, shocked the state by instead of running for governor, he agreed to join Republican Gov. Tommy Thompson's administration.

by: MSN

Opposition leader's last-ditch move as coup looms

Negotiations on what the Liberals' new shadow cabinet could look like have broken down as opposition leader John Pesutto plays an 11th-hour manoeuvre.

by: MSN

Mutually Assured Destruction: America and China Would Obliterate Each Other

If the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 taught us one thing (or should have) it was that the United States is far too reliant on China for its most basic supplies. Everything from antibiotics to car parts to syringes—and almost everything else we take for granted today—mostly is derived from supply chains emanating in the People's Republic of China (PRC).

by: MSN

Montenegro court rejects ex-Terraform Labs CEO's appeal, U.S. extradition looms

The Constitutional Court of Montenegro has rejected the appeal filed by Kwon Do-hyeong, also known as Do Kwon, co-founder of cryptocurrency firm Terraform Labs and a key figure in the collapse of the TerraUSD (UST) stablecoin and its affiliated token,

by: MSN

California enacts new housing laws to bolsters tenant rights and protections

From security deposits to rent payments, rental history and homeowners associations, here's what you need to know.

by: MSN

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers releases statement after passing of former State Senator, Tim Cullen

Governor Tony Evers released a statement regarding the passing of former Wisconsin State Senator, Tim Cullen. Former Sen. Cullen was a dedicated public servant who devoted much of his life to good governance and improving the state that raised him.

by: MSN

Spain's monarch pays tribute to the victims of Valencia floods in his Christmas Eve speech

Spain's monarch pays tribute to the victims of Valencia floods in his Christmas Eve speech - Spanish King Felipe VI has used his traditional Christmas Eve speech to remember the victims of the catastr

by: MSN

New Maryland laws bring changes to insurance, housing and transportation

Before the General Assembly meets for the first day of the session Jan. 8, some of its laws from last session are just beginning to come into effect. Many of the laws coming into effect Jan. 1 pertain to expanding health care,

by: MSN

Laredo getting $20M in federal funds to help ailing water infrastructure system

The border city of Laredo, Texas, is getting an infusion of $20 million to help its troubled water infrastructure system, U.S. Rep. Henry Cuellar announced.

by: MSN

Two former Wisconsin state senators die

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers shared Tuesday that former state Sens. Tim Cullen and George Petak have died. "Sen. Cullen always fought for working families, gave back to and supported kids in the Janesville area,

by: MSN

Incoming border czar Tom Homan says Trump admin will need $86B to 'start' mass deportations

Incoming border czar Tom Homan says the White House will need $86 billion from Congress to kick-start the incoming Trump administration's mass deportation plan — and that's only the beginning. Homan told Fox Business on Tuesday that while the president-elect's deportation plan will be "expensive,

by: MSN

'Hopelessly broken' CNN buried by critics for 'sane washing' Trump's Greenland rants

Multiple critics called out CNN this week for purportedly normalizing President-elect Donald Trump's idea of "buying" Greenland, invading Panama and possibly even Canada. Trump spent this past weekend ranting about the high costs of ships passing through the Panama Canal and declared that it's such a ripoff that the United States should take back

by: MSN

Grapevine December 25, 2024: The key priority

Finance Minister and Head of the Religious Zionist Party Bezalel Smotrich leads a faction meeting at the Knesset, the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, December 9, 2024. (credit: MARC ISRAEL SELLEM/THE JERUSALEM POST) Eitan and Merav,

by: MSN

Myanmar junta digs itself a deeper hole

Nearly four years after the coup in Myanmar in February 2021, the world seems to have forgotten the tragic circumstances within the nation and the unresolved political crisis that has engulfed it. With bigger crises looming across the European theatre,

by: MSN

Rand Paul gives Elon Musk's plans a major reality check

Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) is warning Elon Musk that a rude awakening is coming. Fox News reporter Chad Pergram interviewed the Libertarian-leaning Republican, who discussed his ongoing crusade to reduce government spending,

by: MSN

Biden takes heat for vetoing bill that would add new judgeships

Federal judiciary leadership and some lawmakers are criticizing President Biden for vetoing a bill that would've added 66 new federal judgeships amid growing caseloads. Biden on Monday made good on his promise to veto the JUDGES Act,

by: MSN

Texas buys billboards in Central America warning migrants of danger of rape and abuse on journey to US

Texas buys billboards in Central America warning migrants of danger of rape and abuse on journey to US - Critics argue migrants already know the risks of journey and restrictive policies put border-cr

by: MSN

NY Rep. Lawler hints he may run for gov while roasting Hochul, Schumer and more by the fire

He was roasting politicians by the fire — and touting himself as New York's potential next governor. GOP New York Rep. Mike Lawler torched the state's Democrats while hinting he may run for governor in 2026 during his "Festivus" airing of grievances this week.

by: MSN

Before and after: Has Trump's rhetoric on Ukraine and Putin changed?

During his presidential campaign, Donald Trump frequently spoke about the war in Ukraine, often promising to end it within a day. However, after his election, the Ukrainian issue has remained on his agenda,

by: MSN

Fresh headache for govt as activist demands content of cattle vaccination jab made public

Activist Enock Aura wants the government to be compelled to avail the details of the animal vaccination plan. President William Ruto insisted the plan will continue.

by: MSN

Trump has to 'roll up his sleeves and get to work' in order to achieve hostage deal

Questions are mounting over how President-elect Trump's relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu may impact getting a ceasefire deal done. Meanwhile, the Syrian rebel group agreed to form a national military.

by: MSN

Canal threats, money-laundering claims and a hotel battle: Trump's long, weird history with Panama

Trump's long, weird history with Panama - Major Trump project in Panama City brought lawsuits, shoving matches and money-laundering allegations before Trump lost it in hostile takeover

by: MSN

Atal Ji elevated India's prestige at the global stage: Defence Minister

by: MSN

Trump's chief of staff worried about 'shadow president' Musk leading him 'by the nose': analysis

When House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) was making a last-minute effort to get a spending bill passed and avoid a federal government shutdown, billionaire Elon Musk threatened primary challenges against any GOP lawmakers who voted for a bill he didn't like.

by: MSN

Morocco proposes family law reforms to improve women's rights

Morocco aims to grant women more rights over child custody and guardianship as well as a veto over polygamous marriage, in the first review of its family code in 20 years, the justice and Islamic affairs ministers said on Tuesday.

by: MSN

MoD assures that Ukraine to receive sufficient aid from partners in 2025

Ukraine will receive sufficient military aid next year. In total, the United States provides 50% of the support, European partners contribute over 40%, and the rest comes from other countries and Ukraine's own contributions,

by: MSN

Trump vows to use DOJ to enact death penalty after Biden sentence commutations

by: MSN

Nobody asked us to submit questions - Reuben Abati opens up on media chat with Tinubu

by: MSN

Netanyahu on trial: Prosecution trying to criminalize contact between politicians and journalists

Netanyahu contended that in their quest to find wrongdoing, the prosecution was criminalizing communication between politicians and journalists.

by: MSN

Romania's ruling coalition survives elections

By Iulian Ernst in Bucharest The coalition formed by the Social Democratic Party (PSD) and National Liberal Party (PNL) has been endorsed by lawmakers with 240 votes in favour, seven more than needed.

by: MSN

Becoming a resident of South Dakota is easy. Some say too easy

All you have to do to become a South Dakota resident is spend one night. Stay in a campground or hotel and then stop by one of the businesses that specialize in helping people become South Dakotans, and they'll help you do the paperwork to gain residency in a state with no income tax and relatively cheap vehicle registration.

by: MSN

What's the history of the Panama Canal, and why is Trump threatening to retake control of it?

President-elect Donald Trump over the weekend suggested the US should retake the Panama Canal, an idea that was immediately rejected by the government of Panama, which has controlled the passage for decades.

by: MSN

Who owns the Panama Canal and what does Donald Trump want with it?

Who owns the Panama Canal and what does Donald Trump want with it? - Donald Trump has some concerns about the canal

by: MSN

US calls new report asserting famine in north Gaza 'outdated and inaccurate'

The post US calls new report asserting famine in north Gaza 'outdated and inaccurate' appeared first on The Times of Israel.

by: MSN

Johnson allies beg Trump to help him keep job, as report highlights Gaetz sex and drug claims: Live

Johnson allies beg Trump to help him keep job, as report highlights Gaetz sex and drug claims: Live - Gaetz stands accused of buying and using illegal drugs, including from his office on Capitol Hill,

by: MSN

We have clearly lost the way, can we find our way back?

TO welcome the birth of our Lord this Christmas; some friends of mine have asked me to offer some thoughts on the intimate relationship between our politics and our Christian faith. They wanted to talk about our well-known Catholicism in relation to the political and economic policies of the state.

Trump's Pick to Lead Federal Housing Agency Has Opposed Efforts to Aid the Poor

As HUD secretary, Scott Turner would oversee billions in housing aid, but as a Texas state legislator he voted against protections for poor tenants and has called government assistance "one of the most destructive things for the family.
Scott Turner, a former NFL player and Texas state representative, was nominated by President Trump to serve as an assistant secretary at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Turner, who has no prior experience in housing policy, has a history of opposing public housing initiatives. During his time in the Texas legislature, he voted against measures aimed at improving housing conditions, such as opposing a bill that would have required landlords to provide air conditioning in rental units. His nomination raised concerns among housing advocates due to his lack of relevant experience and his past legislative actions which seemed to favor landlords over tenants. Critics worry that his appointment could lead to policies that further disadvantage low-income families in need of affordable housing. Turner's political career has been marked by conservative stances, including support for gun rights and opposition to abortion, aligning with broader Republican ideologies rather than specific housing policy expertise.

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