Tue, January 7, 2025

by: MSN

Pope appoints Trump critic to be archbishop of Washington, DC, and appoints first female leader of a Vatican department

Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy, a vocal defender of migrants and critic of Donald Trump's first administration, as the next archbishop of Washington, DC.

by: AOL

Keir Starmer torpedoes Elon Musk over 'lies' about grooming gangs

Sir Keir Starmer has accused tech billionaire Elon Musk and right-wing populists of spreading lies about child abuse grooming gangs and warned "they have crossed a line".

by: MSN

SNP Budget to pass after Scottish Labour say they will abstain on tax and spending plan

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by: MSN

Ashwini Vaishnaw launches official calendar of Government of India

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and MoS L Murugan launched the Government of India's 2025 calendar, themed on public welfare through public participation. Vaishnaw will deliver a keynote address at the Pune Public Policy Forum,

by: MSN

Starmer Says Musk Attacks on UK Mean Line Has Been Crossed

Keir Starmer condemned Elon Musk's barrage of social media posts attacking his UK government, his strongest response yet amid an escalating row with the billionaire Donald Trump ally that risks damaging relations between Britain and the US.

by: MSN

Elon Musk says "2025 is looking good" in response to Justin Trudeau's resignation as Canadian PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation amid internal party dissent and strained international relations. Elon Musk commented, hinting at political changes by 2025. Trudeau faced criticism over his policies,

by: MSN

Delhi Polls: Election Commissioner Counters AAP's 'Addition And Deletion Of Electoral Roll' Claim

Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar reacted to AAP's allegations on the addition and deletion of the electoral roll ahead of the Delhi Assembly Elections. "There were certain kinds of concerns that were raised (by political parties).

by: MSN

Afghans land in the Philippines for visa processing ahead of resettlement in US

A group of Afghan nationals arrived in the Philippines for the processing of special immigrant visas in order to resettle in the United States.

by: ABC

Trump backtracks from 'one big, beautiful bill' to fund his agenda

After nearly derailing a spending bill last month, Trump continues to shake up business on Capitol Hill, shifting positions on how Republicans should fund his policies.

by: MSN

Winter Woes in the UK and US: Pensioners Left Struggling as Leaders Slash Support

Pensioners in both Britain and the US are facing an increasingly hostile environment as a result of government actions taken against them. In Britain, Keir Starmer's governing Labour party have faced continued criticism for its decision to restrict winter fuel payments.

by: MSN

Justin Trudeau Resigns: Could his departure ease tensions between Canada and India?

Justin Trudeau's resignation as Prime Minister of Canada marks a significant shift in the country's leadership at a time when relations with India have reached a critical point. Trudeau's handling of the Canada-India relationship,

by: MSN

Should Trump pardon their Jan 6 dad? A mother and son disagree

Jackson Reffitt, who reported his father for participating in the January 6 Capitol attack, doesn't want Trump to let his dad out of prison early. Jackson's mom is fighting for pardons and other forms of clemency for her husband and other January 6 convicts.

by: Firstpost

Chrystia Freeland, Mark Carney & more: The many in fray to replace Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader at a press conference at Rideau Cottage. From former Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland to Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc,
Mon, January 6, 2025

by: Time

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to Step Down as Leader of Liberal Party. What to Know

C anadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is stepping down as the leader of the ruling Liberal Party, following months of pressure from partymates to resign amid increasingly poor public approval ratings.

by: Politico

Musk takes governance-by-X to Europe

Musk's direct political agitation isn't limited to the U.S. and U.K. He recently came out in favor of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany, leading Chancellor Olaf Scholz to declare "don't feed the trolls"; French President Emmanuel Macron today called him out as the leader of a "new international reactionary movement."

by: Reuters

The child rape scandal dominating UK politics after Musk criticism

A child sexual abuse scandal that revealed how gangs of mostly Pakistani men had groomed, trafficked and raped young white girls more than a decade ago, has returned to the political agenda in Britain following criticism from Elon Musk.

by: Yahoo

Justin Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader: Canadians, leaders react after the prime minister's historic news conference

With Parliament prorogued, the Liberals will begin the process of finding a new leader as support for Pierre Poilievre's Conservatives grows

by: Richmond

A compromise but no consensus on solar siting bill

After backing away from proposals that the state take over approving or denying large solar projects, legislators will consider a proposed state board to review proposals and recommend local action.

by: AOL

Trudeau's star power dimmed after weathering pandemic and Trump

Justin Trudeau, who said on Monday he would resign as Liberal prime minister once the party names a new leader, led Canada for more than nine years before former allies turned against him. Trudeau, 53,

by: Yahoo

Vice President Kamala Harris certifies her own election loss on Jan. 6: 'A sacred obligation'

Kamala Harris on Monday performed her constitutional role as vice president to preside over the Jan. 6 proceedings to certify her 2024 presidential election loss to President-elect Donald Trump.

by: Time

History Cautions Against Pardons for Jan. 6 Rioters

After initially prosecuting those who tried to overthrow an election, Presidents Grant and Hayes backed down—with catastrophic results.

by: ABC

Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio asks Trump for pardon

The former leader of the Proud Boys -- a group prosecutors say was central to the attack on the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 -- is asking President-elect Donald Trump for a pardon, according to a letter from his lawyer on Monday.

by: Yahoo

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his resignation

An official says Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau is set to resign as Liberal Party leader, effectively ending nearly a decade in power. The official said that Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until a new party leader is chosen.

by: CNN

Congress to certify Trump's election win on January 6 riot anniversary

Members of Congress will meet on Capitol Hill to certify the electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election for the first time since the1, US Capitol attack. Follow here for the latest live news updates.

by: Richmond

Biden signs Social Security bill, giving Spanberger a boost

President Joe Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act, co-sponsored by former Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-7th, who is likely to tout the bipartisan legislation in her campaign for governor this year.

by: i

How Starmer and the EU are turning on Musk

European leaders have united in opposition against Elon Musk just hours after Sir Keir Starmer accused the tech billionaire of spreading "lies and misinformation" on his social media platform.

by: Reuters

Justin Trudeau's star power dimmed after weathering pandemic and Trump

Justin Trudeau, who said on Monday he would resign as Liberal prime minister once the party names a new leader, led Canada for more than nine years before former allies turned against him.

by: Reuters

China's top diplomat heads to Africa as West's attention dwindles

China's top diplomat began his annual New Year tour of Africa on Sunday, maintaining a 35-year-long tradition, to quietly advance Beijing's already sizeable influence across the resource-rich continent as Europe's presence wanes and America's wavers.

by: MSN

Official says Canada's Trudeau is set to resign as party leader

An official says Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau is set to resign as Liberal Party leader, effectively ending nearly a decade in power. The official said that Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until a new party leader is chosen.

by: MSN

Maddow Blog | Canada's Justin Trudeau to step down after nearly a decade in office

Under pressure from his own allies, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that he's stepping down after nearly a decade in office.

by: MSN

Trump softens on one big reconciliation bill and is 'open' to two-track process

by: MSN

Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader

Trudeau has been battling waning popularity and the specter of U.S. trade tariffs. Canada's latest political crisis was triggered by the abrupt departure of former Trudeau ally and Deputy and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland,

by: ABC

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigns as leader of Liberal Party

The development comes a month after Canada's deputy prime minister, Chrystia Freeland, resigned suddenly from Trudeau's cabinet.

by: MSN

'A sacred obligation': VP Harris on certifying results of 2024 election

VP Kamala Harris on Monday will preside over the process of certifying the 2024 election results, and she shared a message about her role in the process.

by: BBC

Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian prime minister

by: MSN

Nippon Steel, U.S. Steel sue over Biden decision to block sale

U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel said on Monday that it is suing over President Joe Biden's decision to block its sales agreement and a domestic competitor and union over their actions to scuttle the deal.

by: MSN

Justin Trudeau resigns as Liberal Party leader

Justin Trudeau is leaving the leadership of the Liberal Party of Canada this morning, as confirmed by several sources, including CBC/Radio-Canada. Although expected, this is a political and media bombshell.

by: Reuters

Nicolas Sarkozy: the legal cases faced by the former French president

Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy is standing trial over accusations he used Libyan cash to fund his 2007 presidential campaign, one of several legal battles the politician who once bestrode the world stage has faced over the past decade.

by: ABC

Here's what to expect when Congress convenes to certify the presidential vote

Congress is gathering for a joint session to certify the results of the 2024 election, the final step before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20, after some major changes to security for the ceremony and the law that dictates how it's carried out.

by: MSN

Law enacted by Biden affects millions of people in their Social Security benefits

In a landmark move, President Joe Biden has signed a bill that significantly increases Social Security benefits for nearly 3 million public service employees and retirees.

by: MSN

Canada PM Trudeau to announce on Monday he will step down, CBC News says

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will announce on Monday that he intends to step down as leader of the ruling Liberals after nine years in office but he will stay on in his post until the party chooses a replacement,

by: MSN

Biden issues 'sweeping ban' on oil, gas drilling ahead of Trump administration: 'Not worth the risks'

FOX Business host Taylor Riggs joined 'Fox & Friends First' to discuss how the move impacts President Biden's legacy and how it could impact Trump's ability to drill and ultimately bring energy prices down.

by: Variety

War of Words Between U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Elon Musk Heats Up: 'Starmer is Utterly Despicable'

Kei Starmer has responded to Elon Musk's criticism over the U.K. government's handling of the grooming gang crisis.

by: Reuters

US to ease Syria aid restrictions while keeping sanctions in place, sources say

The decision by the outgoing Biden administration will send a signal of goodwill to Syria's new Islamist rulers.

by: AOL

Explainer-The child rape scandal dominating UK politics after Musk criticism

A child sexual abuse scandal that revealed how gangs of mostly Pakistani men had groomed, trafficked and raped young white girls more than a decade ago, has returned to the political agenda in Britain following criticism from Elon Musk.

by: MSN

What is behind US strategy of keeping troops in post-Assad Syria?

Analysts say priorities extend beyond anti-ISIL mission and include keeping leverage as Syria's future takes shape.

by: MSN

Russia Loses Five Air Defense Systems Worth $350M in a Day

Russia lost two Pantsir-S1 anti-aircraft missile and gun systems and one OSA air defense system, as well as two S-300 air defense systems, according to Ukraine's military and a wa

by: MSN

Trudeau may step down amid liberal party turmoil

Justin Trudeau may announce his resignation from the position of head of the Liberal Party, reports the Canadian daily "The Globe and Mail". Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is considering stepping down as leader of the Liberal Party,

UK Parties Unite in Urging Trump to Rethink Musk's Meddling

Senior politicians in three of Britain's biggest parties have privately urged Donald Trump's allies to reconsider his relationship with Elon Musk, after the billionaire Tesla boss made a series of increasingly inflammatory remarks about UK politics,

The article from MSN discusses a rare moment of unity among UK political parties, who have collectively urged former U.S. President Donald Trump to reconsider Elon Musk's involvement in what they describe as "meddling" in UK affairs. This call to action stems from concerns over Musk's influence, particularly through his ownership of X Corp (formerly known as Twitter), where he has made significant changes to content moderation policies. These changes are perceived by some UK politicians as potentially harmful to democratic processes, especially with the upcoming UK elections. The parties are worried about the spread of misinformation and the platform's role in shaping public opinion. They argue that Musk's decisions could undermine the integrity of elections not just in the UK but globally, prompting this bipartisan appeal to Trump, who has a known relationship with Musk, to address these issues.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/uk-parties-unite-in-urging-trump-to-rethink-musk-s-meddling/ar-AA1x3ooL