Tue, January 28, 2025

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump says Microsoft is in talks to buy TikTok

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

by: MSN

Trump Justice Department fires employees involved in criminal investigation against President

The action was the latest effort to turn the table on criminal investigations that for years shadowed Trump, resulting in separate indictments that never went to trial and were ultimately abandoned. V

by: Forbes

Federal Policies Set A New Tone For Business

UnitedMasters CEO on pivoting to tech, how federal return-to-office policy impacts the private sector, OpenAI's smooth Operator.
Mon, January 27, 2025

by: CNN

All federal grants and loan disbursement paused by White House

The White House budget office has ordered a pause on all federal grants and loans, according to an internal memorandum sent Monday.

by: STAT

Researchers reel as Trump administration moves quickly to cut funding and end DEI health programs

The rapidity with which the new administration is putting in place policies to end DEI programs is sowing fear among scientists

by: Reuters

German government, opposition clash over rival border policies

Germany's government and opposition parties duelled on Monday over rival border control policies, with opposition leader Friedrich Merz, favourite to become next chancellor, saying he would advance his plan with the help of the far right if needed.

by: Forbes

NIH Director Tries To Calm Health Researchers' Nerves After Trump Directives

A new memo by NIH Acting Director Matthew Memoli, obtained by Forbes, clarifies what can and can't be done with regard to clinical trials, purchasing, research and the like.

by: 7NEWS

Tesla owners boycott over Elon Musk's controversial salute and German far-right rally appearance

Tesla owners are boycotting the popular electric vehicle over founder Elon Musk's controversial salute at the inauguration of President Donald Trump, which many have said had a striking similarity to the Nazis.

by: KLCC

Fear, confusion in Woodburn as Trump takes office

President Donald Trump is once again back in the White House. Since taking office, he's fulfilled his campaign promise to crack down on immigration, issuing executive orders that limit asylum and declaring an emergency at the southern border.

by: ktvq

Conversations begin on government use of AI at Montana Legislature

Worries about the malicious use of AI in government work have sparked the drafting of two bills at the Montana Legislature that aim to limit its use and promote transparency.

by: WPLG

What are tariffs and how do they work?

Tariffs are typically charged as a percentage of the price a buyer pays a foreign seller. In the United States, tariffs are collected by Customs and Border Protection agents at 328 ports of entry across the country.

by: Oregonian

Ethics commission dings Oregon lawmaker for not disclosing business clients

Heppner, acknowledged that he erred in not initially listing Harney County as a client on the economic interest statement he filed last year.

by: RealClearPolitics

Andreessen: Substack And Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover Broke The Social Media Censorship Dynamic

Tech founder Marc Andreessen explained how the U.S. government's social media censorship scheme came to an end during an appearance on the Lex Fridman podcast. You can watch the full interview below this selected transcript: LEX FRIDMAN: You are a good person to speak about the history of this because you were there on the ground floor.

by: Reuters

Colombia avoids trade war with US as business community, citizens call for cooler heads

Colombia's President Gustavo Petro averted an economic disaster at the 11th hour after diplomats from his government and the U.S. reached a deal on deportation flights, but the Colombian business community on Monday called for cooler heads to prevail as Colombians bemoaned canceled U.

by: Politico

Your primer on Florida's climactic special session

NUÑEZ SPEAKS OUT — Over the weekend, Lt. Gov. JEANETTE NUÑEZ came out against Florida's provision allowing students whose undocumented parents brought them to the U.S. as children to receive in-state tuition. The position is a stunning turnaround for Nuñez, who was the original sponsor of the bill about a decade ago when she was in the Legislature.

by: Richmond

Unclear how federal hiring freeze affects Hampton VA Medical Center

More than 300,000 Department of Veterans Affairs health care jobs are exempt from the White House's federal hiring freeze, according to a department memo sent last week.

by: Newsweek

Putin Fueling Independence Plans in California, Texas: Republican

A Republican political adviser said Russia was cheering on the secessionist movements in California and Texas.

by: Bernews

Column: Sir John On Independent Candidates

Opinion column written by Sir John Swan] Many Bermudians feel a deep yearning for change. They see it, they talk about it, and they know it's needed. This sentiment is widespread, with many expressing concern that the current system isn't working,

by: CNN

Trump immigration crackdown underway as Colombia backs down over tariff threat

Colombia avoided a trade war with the US by agreeing to accept deported migrants being returned on military planes after President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs. Follow for live updates.

by: Politico

Trump's busy first week

It's been just a week since Donald Trump returned as president, and already he's dominating New Jersey politics.

by: Couriermail

Parents have saved more than $2700 through childcare subsidies, new figures show

Australian parents have saved more than $2700 since new childcare subsidies came into effect just over a year ago, with Anthony Albanese saying Labor's raft of childcare policies were creating the "building blocks for a universal childcare system".

by: MSN

Times RFK Jr. And Mitt Romney Looked Like Total Doppelgangers

Mitt Romney and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. both occupy opposing spaces in conservative politics, but they also happen to look freakishly similar to each other.

by: MSN

Revealed: John Swinney's blueprint to revive the NHS and create 'digital front door'

First Minister John Swinney will set out his strategy to revive the NHS - by creating thousands of extra appointments and a new "digital front door" health and social care app.

by: MSN

This Week in Louisiana Politics: 10 Commandments, special primary and Trump executive orders

Louisiana's Ten Commandments law was back in court this week as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals considered whether the law should be allowed to move forward.

by: MSN

Rep. Greene Fights for Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene testified before the House Ways and Means Committee, advocating for the extension of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017. She emphasized that the TCJA provided significant relief to American families and businesses,

by: bnnbloomberg

U.S., Colombia clash over deportations and raise tariffs in show of Trump's pledge to limit migration

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Sunday said that his government wouldn't accept flights carrying migrants deported from the United States until the Trump administration creates a protocol that treats them with 'dignity.

by: CNN

Trump feuds with Colombia's president as he rolls out immigration crackdown

President Donald Trump is pushing forward with his agenda in the busy opening days of his second term, with an immigration enforcement blitz targeting Chicago now underway. Follow for live updates.

by: MSN

Understanding the Expropriation Act: Debunking myths and fear-mongering

Explore the realities of the Expropriation Act and why fears of reckless land grabs are unfounded. This article clarifies the Act's provisions and its potential benefits for South Africa's land reform

by: Oregonian

President Trump retaliates with tariffs after country refuses entry to migrants deported from US

U.S. President Donald Trump says that he's ordering tariffs, visa restrictions and other retaliatory measures against Colombia after its government rejected two flights carrying migrants.

by: MSN

Delhi Election 2025: Amit Shah Targets Kejriwal Over Corruption Allegations | ABP NEWS

The political battle between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified with accusations of corruption against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Amit Shah has alleged that Kejriwal misused funds collected in Delhi for political campaigns in other states like Gujarat and Goa.

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission update: No relief for central employees as DA remains unpaid

State and central government employees look forward to receiving arrears along with dearness allowance and other benefits. However, there's bad news for central government employees this time. The central government has given the green light for the formation of the 8th Pay Commission.

by: BBC

Gaming start-ups call for more government money

More government help is needed to fund start-up companies in the computer games industry, the head of a leading gaming firm has told BBC Politics East. Asa Burrows, chief executive of SKC Games Studio in Suffolk, said there was "a lack of appetite to invest in the games industry" with private investments or government grants.

by: MSN

Trump and Ramaphosa: A tale of two rich presidents and the motives of big business

Is it power or profit that explains the proximity of the richest American tech bros to Donald Trump and how SA business has come to assist Cyril Ramaphosa in fixing what the ANC broke?

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: ICE arrests 956 undocumented immigrants on Sunday

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

by: CNN

After forcing Colombia to back down, White House claims America is respected again

Donald Trump claimed an early victory for a coercive foreign policy based on tariffs and hard power on Sunday after announcing Colombia had backed down in a dispute over migrant repatriation flights.

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission brings cheer: Basic pay now Rs 51,000 with higher perks

The Modi government is reportedly planning a significant decision regarding the 8th Pay Commission, recently approved. Exciting news has emerged about this development. The main objective of the 8th Pay Commission is to evaluate the salaries and pensions of government employees in accordance with the current economic situation and inflation rate.
Sun, January 26, 2025

by: CNN

Trump administration launches immigration enforcement blitz in Chicago

The Trump administration launched an immigration enforcement blitz in Chicago on Sunday that includes several federal agencies that have been granted additional authorities to arrest undocumented immigrants in the US,

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: MSN

World News Live Today January 26, 2025: Barron Trump's height brutally mocked during SNL skit, compared to THIS character of Lord of the Rings; 'Eh not funny'

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: 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: MSN

Trump and Starmer speak on phone for the first time post-US election

Donald Trump and Sir Keir Starmer have spoken on the phone for the first time following the new US president's inauguration. Mr Trump appeared to be trying to sooth relations between his administration and Labour today, as he claimed Keir Starmer has done ...

by: MSN

Embarrassed Trump imposes harsh tariffs and visa restrictions on Colombia after deportation flights are sent back

Donald Trump has issued a retaliation after Colombian officials rejected U.S. planes taking migrants home after a mass deportation order was enacted moments after the president took office

by: MSN

Trump's Late-Night Dismissal Of 18 Inspectors General Sparks Legal Concerns

Per an unnamed official in the White House, the firings were an attempt to get rid of parts of the Biden Administration that don't 'align' with the Trump Administration

by: MSN

GOP insiders reveal 'surprising' and 'frustrating' changes in MAGA administration: 'Trump is the party'

President Donald Trump's new administration looks a lot different from his first. For starters, Trump's second administration is filled with MAGA loyalists who appear to be willing to back their leader no matter the consequences.

by: MSN

"A mistake": Graham breaks with Trump on Jan. 6 pardons

S.C., broke with President Donald Trump on his pardons of accused Jan. 6 rioters. During an interview on NBC's "Meet the Press" on Sunday, Graham called the pardons of 1,500 Jan. 6 defendants "a mistake,

by: MSN

Israel violates UN Convention on Privileges and Immunities: UNRWA

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) stated today that Israel's decision to halt the agency's activities in occupied Jerusalem and demand the evacuation of all buildings it occupies by the end of this month contravenes international law obligations for UN member states,

by: MSN

Top Republicans urge Trump to rethink stripping security from ex-officials

Two senior Republican senators on Sunday urged U.S. President Donald Trump to rethink his decision to strip personal security from some former Trump administration officials, one of whom was the target of an alleged Iranian plot.

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.

President Trump retaliates with tariffs after country refuses entry to migrants deported from US

U.S. President Donald Trump says that he's ordering tariffs, visa restrictions and other retaliatory measures against Colombia after its government rejected two flights carrying migrants.

The article from OregonLive discusses a hypothetical scenario where President Trump, in response to a country refusing entry to migrants deported from the U.S., imposes retaliatory tariffs. This action is part of a broader strategy to enforce immigration policies more stringently. The article outlines the potential economic and diplomatic repercussions of such a move, including strained international relations, trade disruptions, and the impact on global supply chains. It also explores the political motivations behind the decision, suggesting it could be an attempt to appeal to Trump's voter base by showing a hardline stance on immigration. Additionally, the piece touches on the legal and ethical considerations of using economic measures as leverage in immigration enforcement, and how this might set a precedent for future international relations and trade policies.

Read the Full Oregonian Article at:
https://www.oregonlive.com/politics/2025/01/president-trump-retaliates-with-tariffs-after-country-refuses-entry-to-migrants-deported-from-us.html