Sun, January 26, 2025

by: Townhall

Never Forget Who Democrats Are, Hold Them to Their Own Standards

Those people at family gatherings who can't stand your existence, the people who know who don't show up to weddings, funerals, memorials or holidays are not busy - decent people prioritize the personally important over the political. Democrats can't.

by: i

Trump allies call on President to block Starmer's Chagos deal over Iran fears

The Chancellor refuses to confirm the expansion at Heathrow despite pledging to support 'the builders not the blockers'

by: Sky

Kemi Badenoch 'certainly would' back Heathrow third runway - as Reeves hints at support

The Conservative Party leader, whose constituency includes Stansted Airport, said she has supported the expansion of the UK's largest airport in the past, and would not change her mind on doing so.

by: BBC

Trump touts economic policy at rally as Senate works to confirm cabinet

While Trump promotes his "no tax on tips" proposal in Las Vegas, Senate Republicans are working to secure his team.

by: CNN

Trump gave broad clemency to all Jan. 6 rioters. See their cases in 3 charts

On his first day in office, President Donald Trump granted sweeping clemency to all of the nearly 1,600 people charged in the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol. Learn more about their cases with these charts.

by: BBC

Confident, organised, still freewheeling: Trump 2.0 shows lessons have been learned

Donald Trump's first week in office shows he has returned with a plan - and knows how to avoid some of the chaos of his first term.

by: Sky

Kemi Badenoch 'certainly would' back Heathrow runway expansion

The Conservative Party leader, whose constituency includes Stansted Airport, said she has supported the expansion of the UK's largest airport in the past, and would not change her mind on doing so.

by: MSN

Trump launches mass deportation plan for 11 million migrants

President Trump is sending a strong and clear message to everyone: "If you enter the United States illegally, you will suffer the consequences," warned White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt. The spokeswoman announced the initial figures for the "largest" deportation operation in the history of the country,

by: MSN

12 lakh govt jobs to be provided by end of 2025: Bihar Guv

Bihar Governor Arif Mohammad Khan on Sunday said the state will provide 12 lakh government jobs and create 34 lakh employment opportunities for the youth by the end of this year

by: MSN

T'gana CM demands withdrawal of draft UGC regulations

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Sunday said he would see the draft UGC guidelines as an "attack on Constitution" and demanded that the Centre withdraw them

by: MSN

RPSC RAS Prelims Admit Card: When and how can you download the RAS prelims exam admit card?

Rajasthan Public Service Commission i.e. RPSC has announced the date of the Administrative Service (RAS) Prelims 2024 exam. The exam will be conducted on 2 February 2025. Although the admit card has not been issued for this exam yet,

by: MSN

Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspector generals at series of US government agencies

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has fired about 17 independent inspector generals at government agencies, a sweeping action to remove oversight of his new administration that some members of Congress are suggesting violated federal oversight laws.

by: MSN

Trump declassifies the files of the murders of JFK, RFK, and MLK

The declassification of these documents, which are essential in American history, could finally provide some of the answers long awaited by these families.

by: MSN

PSCU mourns passing of trade union stalwart Steve Dawson

Dawson, 76, was Deputy Secretary General-of the Public Service And Commercial Union Of South Africa (PSCU) at the time when the current regime unleashed its most devastating programme of anti working class coalition with the Democratic Alliance and the intended destruction of coal-mining sector and job cuts in the public service.

by: MSN

Trump Signs New Pair Of Executive Orders Limiting Taxpayer-Funded Abortions Both At Home And Abroad

President Donald Trump revoked former President Joe Biden's orders expanding abortion access and ordered that the federal government and U.S. taxpayers no longer fund abortions at home and abroad Friday.

by: MSN

Trump confirms his promise to abolish taxes on tips in US

US President Donald Trump held a rally in the state of Nevada. Speaking in Las Vegas, a city dominated by the hospitality and service industries, he reiterated his promise to eliminate taxes on income earned from tips,

by: MSN

Analyst, NGO back call to ban foreign political funding

by: MSN

Budget 2025: Delhi-NCR Speaks On Hopes and Expectations for Budget 2025| Oneindia

Ahead of Budget 2025, OneIndia hit the streets of Delhi and NCR to capture the voices of the common man. From salaried professionals to small business owners and students, everyone shares their hopes,

by: MSN

Exclusive-Flights halted for Afghans approved for special US visas, advocate and official say

President Donald Trump's foreign aid pause has forced a suspension of flights for more than 40,000 Afghans approved for special U.S. visas and at risk of Taliban retribution, a leading advocate and a U.

by: MSN

World News Live Today January 26, 2025: Luigi Mangione's fellow inmate reveals what life was like for him in prison: 'Every time he was escorted...'

Get real-time updates on international politics, economic changes, conflicts, and environmental issues. Access the latest breaking news and in-depth stories as they happen, keeping you informed of events shaping the world.

by: MSN

Republic Day 2025 Parade timing: When and where to watch R-Day parade; check all details here

India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025, with a parade featuring Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto as the chief guest. The event will highlight the theme 'Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas,

by: MSN

Israel stops Palestinians returning to north Gaza until Hamas releases civilian hostage

Hundreds of Palestinians began gathering in Wadi Gaza on Saturday hoping to cross back to their homes into the northern part of the Strip. View on euronews
Sat, January 25, 2025

by: CNN

Trump wiped January 6 convicts' records clean. Now his DOJ is wiping evidence of rioters' crimes from the internet

As President Donald Trump this week sought to rewrite the history of his supporters' attack on the US Capitol, a database detailing the vast array of criminal charges and successful convictions of January 6 rioters was removed from the Department of Justice's website.

by: CNN

Trump fires inspectors general from more than a dozen federal agencies

President Donald Trump fired the inspectors general from more than a dozen federal agencies in a Friday night purge, according to a Trump administration official, paving the way for him to install his own picks for the independent watchdog roles.

by: CNN

Key Cabinet picks confirmed as Trump forges ahead with agenda

President Donald Trump has worked to advance a flurry of policy priorities in the first week of his second term, while more Cabinet nominees work through the confirmation process. Follow live updates.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: President takes pride in getting rid of 'woke crap'

President Donald Trump has kicked off his second term with a flurry of executive actions on immigration, the economy, DEI and more. In his first trip since becoming president, Trump on Friday heads to survey hurricane damage recovery in North Carolina and then to Los Angeles to tour devastation from wildfires.

by: PBS

Trump fires more than a dozen independent inspectors general at government agencies

The Trump administration has fired about 17 independent inspectors general at government agencies, a sweeping action to remove oversight of his new administration that some members of Congress are suggesting violated federal oversight laws.

by: MSN

Who is Pete Hegseth's ex, Samantha Hegseth? The Trump nominee's second wife shares 3 kids with the former Fox host, and has been named in an affidavit by his 'deeply ...

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by: MSN

India: Modi receives Indonesian President Subianto on his first official visit to India

The president of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto, was received Saturday by the prime minister of India, Narendra Modi, and the president of this country, Draupadi Murmu, in New Delhi, where the Indonesian leader goes for the first time since taking office.

by: CNN

Trump advances his agenda in opening days of presidency

President Donald Trump has worked to advance a flurry of policy priorities in the first week of his second term, while more Cabinet nominees work through the confirmation process. Follow live updates.

by: MSN

US News Live Today January 25, 2025: David Beckham continues to 'hold a grudge' against Prince Harry and Meghan Markle

Get real-time breaking news updates on the biggest event unfolding in the United States, including election, politics, economics, crime, viral and more.

by: MSN

Trump's Week 1 actions reward his MAGA base and settle scores

President Donald Trump's first week in office isn't yet over, but he fulfilled his plan to "flood the zone" with a deluge of executive actions.

by: Oregonian

Oregon among Democratic states weighing new protections for immigrants amid Trump policies

Lawmakers in Democratic-led states are proposing new measures that could erect legal obstacles for federal immigration officials.

by: PBS

WATCH LIVE: President Trump delivers remarks at 'no tax on tips' event in Las Vegas

Trump is using a stop Saturday in Las Vegas to offer details on how he can begin excluding tips from federal taxes, betting that a city built on gambling and the hospitality industry will relish taking home larger slices of gratuities.

by: MSN

Trump's federal DEI ban echoes Pres. Woodrow Wilson's racist segregation of the federal government in 1913

Donald Trump signed an executive order ending what he called quote "radical and wasteful" diversity, equity and inclusion programs in federal agencies. The purge echoing the racist actions of President Wilson Woodrow segregating the federal government during his term.

by: MSN

Trump responds to Pete Hesgeth's confirmation as he makes FEMA threat after North Carolina visit: Live

Trump responds to Pete Hesgeth's confirmation as he makes FEMA threat after North Carolina visit: Live - President is highly critical of FEMA response in North Carolina arguing states are best placed to deal with disaster response,

by: MSN

Pete Hegseth is officially sworn in as Secretary of Defense

Pete Hegseth is officially sworn in as Secretary of Defense alongside J.D. Vance and his wife and Jennifer.

by: MSN

Pete Hegseth sworn in as defense secretary: 'An honor of a lifetime'

Pete Hegseth was sworn in as defense secretary Saturday morning, declaring it an "honor of a lifetime," and he promised to put America first by bringing peace through strength.

by: MSN

Trump blasts Rachel Maddow and cable news networks: 'MSNBC IS CLOSE TO DEATH'

President Trump bashed MSNBC host Rachel Maddow and described her network and CNN as the "enemy of the people." "Wow! Rachel Maddow has horrible ratings. She'll be off the air very soon. MSNBC IS CLOSE TO DEATH.

by: MSN

Putin calls Trump 'clever' and suggests talks, including over Ukraine

We'd better meet and have a calm conversation on all issues of interest to both the US and Russia based on today's realities," Putin said in a TV interview. View on euronews

by: MSN

Loyalty tests and MAGA checks: Inside the Trump White House's intense screening of job-seekers

Job-seekers hoping to join the new Trump administration are facing a series of intense loyalty tests, with White House screening teams fanning out to government agencies to check for "Make America Great Again" bona fides and carefully parsing applicants' politics and social media posts.

by: scrippsnews

Trump's dismissal of inspectors general raises concerns over accountability

President Trump fired multiple inspectors general without the required 30-day notice, prompting bipartisan concern about accountability and oversight in government.

by: Richmond

Remembering Henry Marsh III, Richmond's first African American mayor

Henry taught us all that the fight for civil rights is never truly over - that it is one of constant effort, requiring us to stay vigilant and engaged," U.S

by: PBS

WATCH: Trump holds press conference after touring Los Angeles wildfire damage

In fire-ravaged California, the state's Democratic leaders pressed Trump for federal assistance that he's threatened to hold up, some setting aside their past differences to shower him with praise.

by: MSN

Musk exploring blockchain use to curb US government spending: report

Elon Musk, the head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), is reportedly exploring implementations of blockchain technology in US government operations to track and reduce federal spending.

by: MSN

Pete Hegseth sworn in as Trump's defense secretary

Pete Hegseth was sworn into his new position as Secretary of Defense Saturday morning after being confirmed in a contentious Senate vote the night before. Hegseth, who has faced allegations of drunkenness and other personal misconduct,

by: MSN

Pete Hegseth officially gets sworn in as Secretary of Defense

Pete Hegseth officially gets sworn in as Secretary of Defense alongside J.D. Vance and his wife and Jennifer. An elderly woman leaves her damaged home after missile attack in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025.

by: MSN

Trump's Pardons for Pro-Life Protesters Rights the Wrongs of the Woketopus

President Donald Trump pardoned 23 pro-life protesters who had been convicted for actions including praying outside abortion centers and encouraging women in unplanned pregnancies to choose life. "They should not have been prosecuted,

Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspector generals at series of US government agencies

WASHINGTON: The Trump administration has fired about 17 independent inspector generals at government agencies, a sweeping action to remove oversight of his new administration that some members of Congress are suggesting violated federal oversight laws.

The article from MSN discusses how former President Donald Trump, during his tenure, engaged in a series of mass firings to remove independent Inspectors General (IGs) from various U.S. government agencies. These actions were perceived as an attempt to undermine oversight and accountability within the federal government. Trump's dismissals included high-profile IGs like the Intelligence Community Inspector General Michael Atkinson, who had played a role in the whistleblower complaint that led to Trump's first impeachment. Critics argue that these moves were politically motivated, aimed at replacing independent watchdogs with individuals more loyal to Trump, thereby weakening the checks and balances system. This pattern of behavior raised concerns about the erosion of government transparency and the potential for increased corruption or mismanagement without the scrutiny of these independent auditors.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/trump-uses-mass-firing-to-remove-independent-inspector-generals-at-series-of-us-government-agencies/ar-AA1xS7fW