Fri, February 21, 2025

by: MSN

'I feel totally and utterly lied to!' Pensioner unleashes furious rant as Labour 'BREAKS promises'

A pensioner has slammed the Labour Government for "utterly lying" about energy bill support, as millions of retirees face mounting financial pressures. William Pickup expressed his frustration over broken promises regarding energy costs as he blasted Keir Starmer's Government.

by: MSN

Donna Gaffney and Teri Mills: Trump's plans for Medicaid will harm 3.1 million Pennsylvanians

The Republican-led House Budget Committee has announced details of its 2025 Budget Reconciliation bill. Surprisingly, their proposal doesn't focus on the waste and fraud you might expect. It calls for slashing Medicaid funding by $880 billion in the next 10 years.

by: LocalSYR

Democrats channel their outrage over DOGE, Ukraine and more in marathon Senate session

The budget resolution from Republicans was on the agenda in the Senate, but the late-night debate encompassed so much more. Democrats used the overnight session that ended early

by: Tennessean

The week in politics: Why Tennessee lawmakers formed a bipartisan Israel caucus

An Tennessee-Israel legislative caucus gets formed. The group is bipartisan. A new bill would make it a crime to block the movement of the security detail of the House and Senate speakers. The Senate passes a bill requiring tattoo artists to undergo anti-trafficking training.

by: CNN

How DOGE cracked Washington: A focus on arcane agencies gave Musk and his allies swift control of government nerve centers

Political appointees with deep ties to Musk now sit in key leadership positions across agencies that comprise the federal government's personnel, technology, property and acquisition operations.

by: Newsweek

Airbnb Faces Boycott Calls

The calls come after Airbnb's billionaire co-founder, Joe Gebbia has reportedly joined Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

by: MSN

German politicians and chancellor candidates face off for one last debate ahead of Sunday's vote

Top German politicians and chancellor candidates faced off one last time in a debate on local broadcaster ZDF ahead of Sunday's federal elections. The war in Ukraine dominated an agenda packed with contentious topics which included immigration and the economy.

by: RealClearPolitics

DOGE Bros: Trump and Musk Tell Hannity the 'Bromance' Endures

What would you say you do here, Sean Hannity asked in so many words, and the world’s richest man replied, “Tech support.” The answer was quite

by: MSN

Trump's new ban makes scientists shudder

Doesn't signing executive orders give Donald Trump hand cramps? Since his return to the White House, he hasn't stopped. And this time, it's an executive order concerning the dismantling of the federal government's diversity and inclusion (DEI) programs that's causing concern.

by: cnbctv18

Delhi BJP government scraps all co-terminus appointments in ex-CM, ministers' offices

According to the official order, all officers, officials, and staff assigned from various departments, organisations, boards, and hospitals in a "diverted capacity" must immediately return to their parent departments.

by: Onefootball

SC Freiburg prepare for kickoff on German Federal Election Weekend: "More important than football." | OneFootball

In the always intertwined world of politics and Bundesliga football, SC Freiburg head coach Julian Schuster took an opportunity on Thursday to prove himself Christian Streich's true successor. Streich - actually one of the figures on the board responsible for electing Germany's (largely ceremonial) President - never missed an opportunity to weigh in on the state of German politics.

by: CNN

Hegseth could fire some senior generals and admirals soon, sources say

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth could soon move to fire more than half a dozen generals and flag officers, according to two sources familiar with the matter, part of an effort to purge the department of senior leaders perceived as either too political or too close to former Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin.

by: CounterPunch

The Great Trump Media Robbery

After a month in which President Donald J. Trump allowed Elon Musk to launch a hostile takeover of the U.S. government, dispatched his talking dummy J.D.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump touts work of 1st month, praises Musk and DOGE

The chief counsel of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives was fired and escorted out of her office, sources familiar with the matter told ABC News.

by: CNN

Latest on Trump's presidency: Government overhaul, Patel confirmed and tensions with Ukraine

President Donald Trump and his administration continue with their government overhaul efforts and foreign policy agenda. Follow for live updates.
Thu, February 20, 2025

by: WAtoday

Nationals to break ranks with Liberal colleagues and get election promises costed by treasury

The country party confirmed to WAtoday it would submit its costings to the Treasury next week, marking an embarrassing deviation from alliance partner the WA Liberal's defiant stance against using the agency to cost its commitments.

by: Forbes

Majority Of Americans Dislike Musk And Zuckerberg, New Research Shows

New research reveals that most U.S. adults feel unfavorably towards Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. Why? That could be down to social media.

by: News4Jax

Musk waves a chainsaw and charms conservatives talking up Trump's cost-cutting efforts

Billionaire Elon Musk has created a buzz waving a chainsaw in the air at a conservative gathering outside Washington.

by: KING5

Jayapal: There will be 'direct consequences' to the country because of Trump administration layoffs

Jayapal discussed the federal layoffs, criticized the Trump administration's plans and her efforts to protect the trans community in an interview with KING 5.

by: BBC

Elon Musk and Javier Milei wield chainsaw on stage at conservative conference

by: News4Jax

Dr. Mehmet Oz holds millions from companies that he'd wield power over if confirmed, report shows

Dr. Mehmet Oz holds millions of dollars worth of shares in health insurance, fertility, pharmaceutical and vitamin companies.

by: WXYZ

Trump administration is considering 'dividend' checks from money generated by DOGE

The Trump Administration is considering having the so-called Department of Government Efficiency give some of its savings to the American people.

by: Reuters

Trump administration can continue mass firings of federal workers, US judge rules

The Trump administration can for now continue its mass firings of federal employees, a federal judge ruled on Thursday, rejecting a bid by a group of labor unions to halt President Donald Trump's dramatic downsizing of the roughly 2.

by: Newsweek

Trump Says DOGE Could Give 20% of Savings Directly to Taxpayers: Live Updates

President Donald Trump said he was considering a plan to Americans with savings from DOGE. Follow Newsweek's live blog for updates.

by: Newsweek

Kash Patel's Confirmation Tightens Trump's Control of Government

The Senate voted to confirm Kash Patel as FBI director on Thursday, tightening President Donald Trump's control of the federal government. Why It Matters. Patel was among a handfu

by: Yahoo

'Zero Day' Review: Robert De Niro Can't Save This Dull Dad TV Political Thriller

An all-star cast fails to elevate this lackluster conspiracy drama with no point of view The post 'Zero Day' Review: Robert De Niro Can't Save This Dull Dad TV Political Thriller appeared first on TheWrap.

by: WVXU

Analysis: Red states like Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana could be hurt most by Trump's cuts

The numbers clearly show how states like Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana won't be spared from the Trump/Musk budget-cuts.

by: Sky

Farage says Zelenskyy is not a dictator and Trump 'should not be taken literally'

Donald Trump has called the Ukrainian president a "dictator", and the US leader's ally Nigel Farage has remained silent on the controversial remarks until now.

by: WLRN

Speed vs. accountability: The call to fix FEMA and the high stakes for Florida

President Trump has pledged to reform FEMA, while suggesting it should be done away with. Two Floridians who used to lead the agency told WLRN they support the process — but caution federal emergency management is needed.

by: britishhorseracing

Racing and Politics in 2025: A busy start to the year

The new year is always busy when it comes to political engagement and 2025 has been no exception.

by: RealClearPolitics

Tapper: Trump Calling Zelensky A Dictator Is More Than Just Upending The Normal Way Of Doing Things, He's Breaking With Facts

We begin today with President Trump seeming to upend the domestic and a global world order. Let's start with the global world order. This morning President Trump sending shockwaves throughout Europe when he called Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky a quote dictator,

by: CNN

Trump overhauls government and upends foreign policy on Ukraine

President Donald Trump and his administration continue with their government overhaul efforts and foreign policy agenda on Ukraine. Follow for live updates.

by: Alternet

Legal expert wanrs Trump's 'shock and awe' approach is 'undermining' his own agenda

Donald Trump promised to bring "shock and awe" to the United States' federal government if he won the 2024 election, and his first month back in the White House has been extremely turbulent. Trump issued countless executive orders after beginning his second presidency,

by: NPR

Trump claims expanded power over independent agencies

The executive order would affect agencies like the SEC and FDIC, but it excludes the Federal Reserve's Board of Governors and Open Market Committee.

by: MSNBC

Youngkin fails to stand up to Trump as federal cuts threaten thousands in Virginia

Although some Republicans can't seem to bear what the president is doing to their states, they're too scared to say they're against it.

by: ABC

Trump says the federal government should 'take over' the District of Columbia, backing GOP push in Congress

WASHINGTON -- Trump says the federal government should 'take over' the District of Columbia, backing GOP push in Congress.

by: CNN

Trump overhauls government and upends foreign policy

President Donald Trump and his administration continue with their government overhaul efforts and foreign policy agenda. Follow for live updates.

by: News4Jax

David Boren, a former Oklahoma governor and veteran US senator and university president, dies at 83

David Boren, the former Oklahoma governor and longtime U.S. Senate intelligence chief who went on to lead the University of Oklahoma after his retirement from politics, has died.

by: Reuters

U.S. State Department revises China webpage to focus on trade, business curbs

The U.S. State Department has changed references to China on its website, emphasising the trade deficit in an expanded section on economic ties, while dropping talk of working with allies and assistance to China on cultural and environmental issues.

by: Oregonian

Oregon regulatory changes will roll out with 'more consistency,' Gov. Tina Kotek pledges

The governor on Wednesday directed state agencies to bring greater transparency to the state's rulemaking processes.

by: CNN

'Indiscriminate madness': DOGE claims firings target low performers and new employees. The reality is far from it

The Trump administration and Elon Musk have insisted that they are carefully purging the federal workforce by firing only low-performing employees serving in non-critical roles, or recent hires on probationary status.

by: ABC

Hegseth could soon fire or remove generals and senior officers, US officials say

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering firing or removing generals and senior officers as early as this week, according to multiple officials.

by: NDTV

Bangladesh Students Are Protesting Again, But This Time Against Each Other

Over 150 students were injured in Bangladesh during clashes at a university campus this week, a sign of serious discord between groups instrumental in fomenting the national revolution last year that led to former premier Sheikh Hasina's downfall.

by: MSN

Federal workers in Manhattan protest Elon Musk and Donald Trump cutting government jobs: 'Delete DOGE'

Federal workers and their supporters railed against President Trump and Elon Musk in Lower Manhattan on Wednesday afternoon as a part of a nationwide action against the administration's ongoing federal job purge.

by: MSN

Trump order saying only he and attorney general can interpret laws is limited to executive branch

The executive order gives the president more power over federal agencies that are part of the executive branch of government.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Court denies appeal on birthright citizenship injunction

President Donald Trump's administration on Wednesday lost its appeal to lift a nationwide injunction against his executive order on birthright citizenship.

by: MSN

Sweden and Poland to sign agreement due to security issues in Europe

Poland and Sweden will sign an agreement on cooperation between the two countries in the field of civil defense in light of the deteriorating security situation in Europe, reports The Guardian. The agreement will be signed today,

by: MSN

A Miracle and New Chapter, says Delhi CM-designate Rekha Gupta ahead of oath taking ceremony; WATCH

After being chosen as Delhi Chief Minister-designate, BJP leader Rekha Gupta said that it is a "miracle" and a "new chapter" marking the beginning of a transformative chapter for women in politics. Speaking to the media,

Analysis: Red states like Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana could be hurt most by Trump's cuts

The numbers clearly show how states like Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana won't be spared from the Trump/Musk budget-cuts.

The article from WVXU discusses an analysis by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities which indicates that states that voted for Donald Trump in the 2020 election would be disproportionately affected by proposed federal budget cuts. These cuts, which Trump has suggested could be as much as 5% across all federal programs, would impact red states more severely due to their higher reliance on federal funding for programs like Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps), and infrastructure projects. The analysis points out that these states often have lower tax revenues and higher poverty rates, making them more dependent on federal aid. Consequently, reductions in federal spending would lead to significant cuts in services and economic support in these areas, potentially worsening economic conditions and public welfare.

Read the Full WVXU Article at:
https://www.wvxu.org/politics/2025-02-20/analysis-red-states-hurt-most-trump-cuts