Thu, January 16, 2025

by: WLRN

Fact-check: Senate confirmation hearing for Pam Bondi, attorney general nominee

Pam Bondi's hearing came on the second day of high-profile confirmation hearings for Trump's second-term nominees. PolitiFact fact checked her statements.

by: ABC

Few US adults confident Justice Department and FBI will act fairly under Trump, AP-NORC poll finds

As President-elect Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, Pam Bondi, gets set for her Senate confirmation hearings, only about 2 in 10 U.S. adults are "extremely" or "very" confident the Justice Department will act in a fair and nonpartisan manner

by: MSN

Hamas' Urgent Message To Iran, Houthi Militaries Hours After Gaza Ceasefire Announcement | Israel

The Palestinian militant group Hamas expressed gratitude towards Iran and its backed 'axis of resistance' group after the ceasefire and hostage deal was signed with Israel late on Wednesday night. Hamas' deputy head Khalil al-Hayya,

by: MSN

What's Trump's stance on a TikTok ban? Here's his history with the app

As a potential TikTok ban looms, here's how President-elect Donald Trump views banning the app, and how his stance, has changed.

by: MSN

More protestors interrupt and are escorted out of Chris Wright's confirmation hearing

Protestors interrupt and are escorted out of Chris Wright's confirmation hearing to be President Elect Trump's Energy Secretary

by: Reuters

Germany says it has found no more foot-and-mouth cases

Germany has not found any further cases of foot-and-mouth disease, agriculture minister Cem Oezdemir said on Wednesday, adding that experts were working day and night to establish the source of the country's first outbreak in decades.

by: MSN

'Revolving door' politics could threaten Iowa's small farmers

By Seth Millstein for Sentient. Broadcast version by Mark Moran for Iowa News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration The revolving door isn't just something you get stuck in while attempting to enter a hotel.

by: MSN

Trump Is Walking Back His Biggest Campaign Promises Before Taking Office

From lowering the costs of groceries to ending the war in Ukraine "in 24 hours," the president-elect is backpedaling on the things he said he would do.

by: MSN

Bondi questioned about prosecuting journalists and DOJ prosecutors

Pam Bondi was questioned about comments she made about prosecuting Department of Justice prosecutors and her view about investigating journalists.

by: CNN

Senators quiz Rubio, Bondi and other Trump Cabinet picks at hearings

Sen. Marco Rubio and Pam Bondi face questions from senators in their respective confirmation hearings on Capitol Hill on Wednesday. Follow for live news updates.

by: Sky

Sir Keir Starmer says government will 'look at every conceivable way' to stop Gerry Adams payout

A thinktank backed by 16 peers has criticised the government's plan to lift a ban on compensation for unlawful detention during the Troubles.

by: MSN

UK politics live: Badenoch admits Tories made mistake on Brexit as Reeves under fire over weak economy growth

Badenoch admits Tories made mistake on Brexit as Reeves under fire over weak economy growth - 'Disappointing' new GDP figures 'unlikely to ease stagflation concerns', analysts say

by: CNN

Biden makes last big move to protect US networks from hackers from China and elsewhere

President Joe Biden on Thursday signed an executive order that is his final stab at shoring up America's cyber defenses after a damaging string of cyberattacks on federal networks that US officials have blamed on Chinese and Russian operatives.

by: Reuters

Biden warns oligarchy forming in US that threatens democracy

President Joe Biden capped a half-century political career with a final Oval Office speech as he hopes to seal a legacy overshadowed by Democrats' failure to stop Donald Trump from returning to the White House.

by: MSN

Bob Ferguson sworn in as Washington's 24th governor, outlining goals and challenges

The state's first new governor in 12 years, Bob Ferguson used his inaugural speech to highlight his priorities of making government more efficient, working with all lawmakers and making the state a better place to live.

by: MSN

President Joe Biden Farewell Address: Reflective Tone, Achievements Touted, and Threats to Democracy

In a final message from the Oval Office, President Joe Biden farewell address stroke a reflective, hopeful, and cautionary tone. Speaking directly to the American people, Biden recounted his administration's achievements while sounding alarms about the risks to democracy posed by the concentration of power and technological advances.

by: MSN

Israel and Hamas agree to ceasefire deal to pause Gaza war and release some hostages, mediators say

Israel and Hamas agreed to a ceasefire deal, mediators announced Wednesday, pausing a devastating 15-month war in the Gaza Strip and raising the possibility of winding down the the deadliest and most destructive fighting between the bitter enemies.

by: MSN

Schiff and Bondi reignite old grudges at confirmation hearing: 'You were censured'

by: WYSO

Trump attorney general pick Bondi faces Democrats' questions about her independence

by: MSN

The pomp, pageantry and circumstance of presidential inaugurations in the words of AP reporters

Presidential inaugurations are deeply rooted in American history. The customs and festivities, like the parade and galas, bring spectacle to the nation's capital. But the date and oath of office are prescribed in the Constitution.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's New Staffer Request Has Potential Issue

President-elect Donald Trump's demand for his incoming administration to be free of those with ties to a long list of Republican enemies and others with "Trump Derangement Syndrome" appears to ignore one of his own Cabinet picks.

by: Reuters

Exclusive: Chinese buyers interested in unwanted German Volkswagen factories, source says

Chinese officials and automakers are eyeing German factories slated for closure and are particularly interested in Volkswagen's sites , a person with knowledge of Chinese government thinking told Reuters.

by: MSN

Neighbour 'purposely farting' at resident among 10 wacky B.C. bylaw calls of 2024

The Local Government Compliance and Enforcement Association of BC (LGCEA) is sharing the top 10 unique calls officers across B.C. received in 20214.
Wed, January 15, 2025

by: Tennessean

Gov. Bill Lee calls special session to tackle vouchers, disaster relief and immigration

The special session would allow lawmakers to focus on the topics in a more dedicated way. The special session would begin Jan. 27.

by: PBS

Father of Israeli-American hostage reacts to deal, 'the brink of ending this madness'

We're looking at the Israel-Hamas ceasefire through the lens of the families whose loved ones have been held hostage by Hamas since Oct. 7, 2023. Jonathan Dekel-Chen is the father of Israeli-American Sagui Dekel-Chen.

by: coloradopolitics

A tattoo, the N-word, a different crime: Colorado justices hear appeal of former death row inmate

Almost 20 years after the murders of a young couple in Aurora, the Colorado Supreme Court heard the appeal of the man convicted of orchestrating the killings and who now alleges numerous errors pervaded his trial.

by: Slate

There Are Still Ways the Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Could Fall Apart

Under the terms of the deal, Hamas will release 33 hostages over a period of 42 days, including women, children, the sick, and men over the age of 55. Three of these hostages will be released the first day, another four on the second day, then three at a time in each week, with the final 14 released on the final week.

by: Slate

The Supreme Court Changed Its Mind About Online Porn

The Supreme Court heard arguments in Free Speech Coalition v. Paxton on Wednesday, a major First Amendment case.

by: CNN

Why Pete Hegseth is a perfect fit to be Trump's Pentagon chief

Pete Hegseth could hardly be more suited to be Donald Trump's secretary of Defense — even though he'd surely be deemed unqualified by any conventional president.

by: MassLive

What changes will go into effect Day 1 of the Trump administration? Here's what's planned

President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to sign dozens of executive orders after taking office Jan. 20. While some may take weeks to sign on, others may go into effect immediately.

by: Richmond

Geline Williams, one of two women to serve as Richmond mayor, dies at 100

Geline Bowman Williams, who became the second woman to serve as Richmond's mayor and also sat on Richmond City Council for a decade, died Sunday at age 100.

by: MSN

US presidents make executive orders. How will Trump use his?

Donald Trump is poised to sweep through major changes to the USA in the next four years. Donald Trumpis gearing up for what insiders are reportedly calling a "shock and awe" first day in the White House,

by: MSN

New programme for government sets out priorities for next five years

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: MSN

Navy names aircraft carriers after former presidents Bush and Clinton

The Navy vessels will be the first to bear the names of former presidents William J. Clinton and George W. Bush.

by: Richmond

Earle-Sears raises more than $3 million for governor's race

Lt. Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears has raised more than $3 million for her campaign for governor, four months after declaring her candidacy.

by: NPR

Watch live: Trump AG pick Pam Bondi faces Democrats' questions about her independence

Bondi is expected to receive broad support from Republicans but is facing sharp questions from Democrats about whether she will protect the Justice Department from political influence.

by: MSN

Trudeau, Canada's Premiers Spar Over Using Resources as Trade Weapon

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the premiers of Canada's provinces are in high-stakes talks over how far to go in using oil and other commodities as a weapon if the US starts a regional trade war.

by: MSN

Illinois legislators introduce bill designed to lower prescription drug costs

The Wholesale Prescription Drug Importation Program Act calls for the Illinois Department of Public Health to establish a network with Canadian prescription drug suppliers and wholesalers to provide affordable options to consumers.

by: MSN

Minnesota Democrats sue Republicans over 'improper and unlawful' session

Minnesota legislative battle is kicking off in the courts. Minnesota House Democrats and Secretary of State Steve Simon filed lawsuits with the state Supreme Court challenging Republicans' move to convene and elect a speaker of the House on the first day of session Tuesday.

by: MSN

Musk, Bezos, Zuckerberg to attend Trump inauguration: report

Billionaires Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg will attend Donald Trump's inauguration next week, NBC news reported Tuesday, further highlighting the tech moguls' efforts to develop closer ties with the incoming president.

by: MSN

Marco Rubio and Pam Bondi set for confirmation hearings

NBC's Hallie Jackson joins TODAY with an analysis of Pete Hegseth's confirmation hearing and breaks down upcoming hearings for other nominees for President-elect Trump's cabinet, including Sen. Marco Rubio for secretary of state,

by: MSN

What are the main points of the Gaza ceasefire proposal?

Qatari mediators have sent Israel and Hamas a proposed agreement to halt the fighting in the Gaza Strip and exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners as a first step towards an end to the 15-month-old war.

by: MSN

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen delivers annual State of the State address

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen focused on addressing the state's tax system, improvements to the state's school funding system, the state's water quality and quantity and more in his annual address Wednesday.

by: i

Treasury turmoil as minister quits and Reeves braces for possible mini-Budget

Tulip Siddiq resigned despite being cleared of breaking ministerial rules, while the Chancellor faced MPs for the first time since an outbreak of market unrest

by: MSN

'Immense national asset': Trump energy pick Chris Wright calls for more US energy production

Trump Energy nominee Chris Wright's Senate confirmation hearing was briefly stopped by protestors shouting about the LA wildfires and global warming.

by: MSN

'They just need to do what they need to do': New Eunice Housing Authority board member appointed

A new board member will be appointed to the Eunice Housing Authority after most of the board was recently removed and replaced.

by: MSN

GOP senator warns against 'social engineering' in US military and creating 'multiple standards'

Mont., gives his take on Trump defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth's performance in the Senate confirmation hearing on 'Hannity.'

by: MSN

Trump's budget nominee and 'Project 2025' author Russ Vought faces senators

President-elect Donald Trump's pick for the top budget office, Russ Vought, will face senators on Wednesday for potential confirmation to a crucial post for Trump's goals to reshape and downsize the federal government.

Oligarchy unmasked? Mark Zuckerberg follows Elon Musk, dives into right-wing politics, kissing the ring and bowing to Donald Trump

The re-election of Donald Trump as the president of the US thanks in part to South African-born billionaire Elon Musk has emboldened the super wealthy to come out of the woodwork and rub hands with the convicted politician to line their own pockets.

The article from MSN discusses Mark Zuckerberg's apparent shift towards engaging with right-wing politics, mirroring actions previously taken by Elon Musk. It highlights Zuckerberg's interactions with conservative figures, including a notable meeting with former President Donald Trump, suggesting a strategic alignment with Republican politics. This move is seen as an attempt to curry favor with influential conservative leaders, possibly to mitigate regulatory pressures or to align with a significant portion of his user base. The piece also touches on the broader implications of tech moguls like Zuckerberg and Musk engaging directly with political figures, questioning the motivations behind these alliances and their potential impact on political landscapes and public discourse.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-za/politics/government/oligarchy-unmasked-mark-zuckerberg-follows-elon-musk-dives-into-right-wing-politics-kissing-the-ring-and-bowing-to-donald-trump/ar-AA1xf00C