• Mon, February 10, 2025

by: Politico

What do Phil Murphy and Bill Spadea have in common?

Gov. Phil Murphy and GOP gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea aren't going to like reading this, but those two have something in common: Saying they didn't say things that they did say.

by: BBC

Trump says he will impose 25% tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to US

by: MSNBC

Trump's First 100 Days: 'Willing to push the boundaries' of Congress and the courts

A hearing is being held today regarding President Trump's buyout offer to federal government employees. Also, Trump fired the Kennedy Center Board and made himself chair. NBC News' Ken Dilanian has the latest reporting.

by: CNN

Trump removes top government ethics czar

President Donald Trump is removing the head of the Office of Government Ethics from his post, the agency said Monday - the latest example of Trump acting against a government watchdog.

by: Slate

The Trump Administration Is Quietly Giving a Big Gift to Russia, China, and Iran

Buried among the many executive actions taken in the first three weeks of the new Trump administration is a Feb. 5 memo, signed by Attorney General Pam Bondi, that must have Russian, Chinese, and even Iranian officials cheering.

by: Slate

A Former Federal Judge Just Beat Trump and Musk in Court. She Has Advice for the Resistance.

Dahlia Lithwick: Could you give us a sense of the litigation landscape right now? There are a lot of lawsuits raining down on the Trump administration's scattershot executive orders and Elon Musk's chaotic and mostly opaque actions at the heart of the federal government. Who is standing alongside your team at State Democracy Defenders?

by: CNN

Critical health and science research is on the chopping block as Trump actions trigger shutdowns

Universities that do breakthrough-level studies are scrambling to understand the effects as their funding agencies slash their budgets.

by: CNN

The latest on Trump's presidency as he vows new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports

President Donald Trump is pressing ahead with his agenda to shrink and reshape the federal government and carry out mass deportations across the country. Follow for live updates.

by: MSN

33-year-old federal worker took Trump's buyout offer and resigned from Veterans Affairs: 'You have to do what's best for your family'

Chonda Loder says she took the Trump administration's buyout offer because her job is no longer the "secure and family-friendly position that it used to be."

by: MSN

WARMINGTON: Trump targets steel and aluminum in trade war with Canada

The trade war between the United States and Canada officially started with a stroke of President Donald Trump's pen at around 6 p.m. on Monday. This comes just a week into a promised 30-day pause on a blanket 25% tariff on Canadian goods.

by: MSN

Saskatchewan government announces special warrants for nearly $1B in new spending

The Saskatchewan government has announced over $920 million in additional funding on Monday to 'address cost pressures and respond to emerging issues.'

by: MSN

Sen. Lankford introduces bill that aims to combat human trafficking in government contracting

Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) introduced a bill aimed at closing gaps in federal rules that allow human trafficking to continue in government contracting.

by: MSN

Trump signs off on new steel and aluminum tariffs

President Trump on Monday signed proclamations to bolster tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States and crack down on attempts by China and Russia to evade penalties. Trump in 2018 announced 25 percent tariffs on steel and 10 percent tariffs on aluminum imports.

by: MSN

New 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum to start March 4 as Trump reworks the US trade landscape

Donald Trump's rapid reorientation of the US trade landscape continued apace on Monday as he signed an executive order to impose 25% duties on steel and aluminum regardless of the source country. The tariffs are set to kick in on March 4,

by: MSN

Canadian official floats '100% tariff on Tesla' to 'hit back' at Trump and Musk

A Canadian member of parliament told CNN Monday that he had some suggestions to hit back at U.S. economic aggression, including imposing "100 percent tariffs on Tesla." MP Jagmeet Singh, who is running to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau,

by: MSN

Trump slaps 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports 'without exceptions'

U.S. President Donald Trump followed through on recent threats Monday evening and signed an order to impose 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports — including from Canada.

by: MSN

Donald Trump signs executive orders imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium

US President Donald Trump has signed executive orders imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imports into the United States.

by: MSN

Haryana Municipal election: Haryana Congress questions EVM use and SC representation

Ahead of the Haryana Municipal Corporation Elections 2025, Haryana Congress president Udai Bhan has raised concerns over the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), questioned the delay in result declaration,

by: MSN

Trump signs order imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum

U.S. President Donald Trump is slapping 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States, including Canadian products.

by: MSN

'Most Americans recognize it is wrong': Lawyers and judges condemn Trump administration

The American Bar Association released a statement on Monday reminding lawyers they must stand up for the rule of law. The statement comes amid a flood of legal battles between the Trump administration and several workers who were fired.

by: MSN

Interviewer Claps Back at DHS Secretary Kristi Noem After She Says Americans 'Can't Trust the Government': 'You Are the Government!'

CNN anchor Dana Bash reminded the Trump-appointed Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that she is the government during a confounding exchange on Sunday.

by: MSN

What exactly is going on with government reviews into Elon Musk? Are they continuing, or has Donald Trump quietly killed them?

Recent speculations are on the rise that what exactly is going on regarding the government reviews into Tesla CEO Elon Musk. At the same time, various people are also questioning that the investigations regarding Elon Musk are still continuing or US President Donald Trump has quietly killed them or not.

by: MSN

Diane Abbott responds to 'racist and sexist' remarks about her in Labour MP's group chat

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by: MSN

Sam Nujoma, Namibia's fiery freedom fighter and first president, dies at 95

South African President Nelson Mandela, right, shakes hands with Namibian President Sam Nujoma at the presidential residence in Pretoria, South Africa, June 1, 1999,

by: MSN

Experts warn of potential system 'breakdown' as Musk and Vance question judges' authority

Experts warn of potential system 'breakdown' as Musk and Vance question judges' authority - 'Judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power,' JD Vance says

by: MSN

Trump says 25 per cent tariffs are coming today for steel and aluminum imports

U.S. President Donald Trump says he'll impose 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States today.

by: MSN

Lawlessness and disorder: The hypocrisy of Donald Trump's exile threats after the Jan. 6 pardons

In 2020, in response to the riots that followed the murder of 46-year-old Black man George Floyd, Donald Trump declared himself the "president of law and order." During the same speech, he threatened to use the military to suppress the civil unrest that erupted after a police officer killed Floyd.

by: MSN

Here's the latest as Canada faces steel and aluminum tariffs from the United States

U.S. President Donald Trump said over the weekend he will formally announce 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports today, including for Canada and Mexico.

by: MSN

Trump to announce 25% steel and aluminium tariffs in latest trade salvo

President Donald Trump is expected to introduce new 25% tariffs on Monday on all steel and aluminium imports into the U.S., on top of existing metals duties, in another major escalation of his shake-up of trade policy.

by: MSN

UK government defends immigration crackdown amid far-right surge

The 'blitz on illegal working' comes as Keir Starmer's government faces mounting pressure from the increasingly popular Reform UK party. View on euronews

by: MSN

'They know it's wrong': JD Vance and Mike Lee shamed on Morning Joe for attacks on courts

Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) called out vice president J.D. Vance and her Republican colleagues for undermining the constitutional balance of powers in service to Donald Trump. The vice president, who's a Yale Law School graduate,

by: MSN

ANC condemns US government for interfering in South Africa's affairs, criticises AfriForum for causing division

The ANC has condemned US interference in South Africa's land reform policies after US President Donald Trump halted aid and offered refugee status to Afrikaners affected by land reform.

by: MSN

The impact of Donald Trump's conservative Republicanism on global trade and politics

President Donald Trump's second coming as the 45th President of the United States has sent shockwaves across the globe, writes Zamikhaya Maseti.

by: MSN

How USAID was used for regime change in Bangladesh: Former US State Dept official Mike Benz reveals

Did the US government actively work to destabilize Bangladesh using taxpayer-funded programs? Former US State Department official Mike Benz has made explosive claims that USAID and affiliated organizations orchestrated efforts to undermine the Bangladeshi government in a bid to secure American strategic interests.

by: MSN

Keith Gerein: Edmonton's resilience to the tariff threat is up to us, not our political leaders

A class I am teaching this winter on civic politics recently took a day to explore the strained relationship between the Alberta government and provincial municipalities , a topic that naturally led to the question of how best to deal with a bully.

by: MSN

'Perfect storm' of crises threatening EU's security and economic models, report warns

The multipolarisation of the international order is challenging the EU's liberal vision with Donald Trump's return to the White House likely to accelerate the trend, a key report found. View on eurone

by: MSN

PM Modi, Amit Shah must own up responsibility for Manipur violence, says DMK leader Kanimozhi

Accusing the BJP of pursuing "fascist politics" in Manipur, DMK leader Kanimozhi on Monday demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah own up responsibility for violen

by: MSN

Putin hands out good and bad points for his general staff

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday praised the work of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is firmly defending the country's national interests in a highly complex international situation.

by: MSN

Trump announces 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he would impose new 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the U.S., with an official statement expected on Monday. Additionally, Trump indicated plans to introduce "reciprocal tariffs" as early as Tuesday,

by: MSN

Ndlozi says Malema relied on lies, gossip and intelligence to suspend him from EFF

Dr Mbuyiseni Ndlozi says EFF leader Julius Malema relied on lies, shebeen gossip and a mysterious intelligence report to suspend him from the party.

by: MSN

Mbuyiseni Ndlozi resigns from Economic Freedom Fighters, shifts focus to academia and civil society

I am no gossiper nor informant,' says Mbuyiseni Ndlozi as he leaves party politics after a turbulent period of escalating tensions with EFF leader Julius Malema. He now plans to focus on academia and contribute to civil society.

by: MSN

Donald Trump to impose 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium 'almost immediately'

US President Donald Trump said he will impose a blanket 25 per cent tariff on all steel and aluminium imports entering the US as his attempt to reorder the global trading system continued.

by: MSN

'Rip the waste out': Trump vows to abolish pennies in late-night rant

In a late Sunday night announcement, President Donald Trump said the U.S. Treasury has been ordered to stop making pennies. The coin's elimination would mean the currency — which features an image of President Abraham Lincoln — would eventually work its way out of circulation.

by: MSN

EU breaks silence on Donald Trump tariffs and threatens full-blown trade war

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'So much for lowering costs': Outrage grows over Musk's death wish for consumer protection

Defenders of a Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that has returned tens of billions of dollars to duped and defrauded U.S. consumers expressed outrage overnight and into Saturday after the independent agency was declared deceased by billionaire Elon Musk and its operations were handed over to the chief architect of the far-right Project 2025

by: MSN

UK's Starmer urges world leaders to test for HIV

Keir Starmer has urged other world leaders to take an HIV test, after becoming the first serving British prime minister and G7 leader to take a public test on camera. His office on Monday released footage of the UK leader completing a rapid home test in Downing Street on Friday,

by: MSN

US updates: EU braces for Trump tariffs on steel, aluminum

The European Union is preparing for the White House to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports. Meanwhile, a team of US President Donald Trump's top officials is headed for Europe. DW has the latest.

by: MSN

EU will react against 'unlawful' US tariffs, says European Commission

The European executive has announced that it would retaliate against US tariffs on aluminium and steel if they are confirmed, considering them unlawful and counterproductive. View on euronews

EU will react against 'unlawful' US tariffs, says European Commission

The European executive has announced that it would retaliate against US tariffs on aluminium and steel if they are confirmed, considering them unlawful and counterproductive. View on euronews
The European Commission has announced its intention to respond to what it considers unlawful tariffs imposed by the United States. This statement comes in the context of ongoing trade disputes between the EU and the US, particularly concerning steel and aluminum tariffs initially set by former President Donald Trump. The EU has been critical of these tariffs, arguing they contravene international trade rules. The European Commission's stance is that it will take necessary measures to counteract these tariffs, potentially escalating trade tensions. This reaction is part of a broader strategy to defend European interests and ensure fair trade practices, amidst calls for a resolution through dialogue and negotiation.

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