• Fri, March 28, 2025

by: KCUR

Brian Platt is out after 4 years. How normal is it for Kansas City to fire its city manager?

Brian Platt joined six other former city managers who have been ousted by KansasCity Council. In fact, city managers are nearly as likely to be fired — or pressured to resign — as they are to leave on their own terms.

by: Fortune

Putin says it's 'a profound mistake' to treat Trump's push for Greenland and its vast deposits of rare minerals as 'some preposterous talk'

President Donald Trump has made U.S. control of Greenland a pillar of his second term's burgeoning foreign policy.

by: RealClearPolitics

"Signal-gate" and the Zeitgeist of Trump 2.0

This week, we saw the first real scandal of President Trump's second term. It came quickly - a mere two months in - but this conforms to the zeitgeist of Trump 2.0. This crowd is doing everything, good and bad,

by: Slate

It's a Powerful Force in American Politics. Your 401(k) Depends On It. It's Complete Nonsense.

If you are a person who reads the news, you are a crypto news consumer, because in this new American moment, the people heading the crypto industry are very powerful and never sto

by: Euronews

German coalition talks reach next level as CDU and SPD negotiations intensify

CDU leader and Germany's most likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz said there are still "some hurdles ahead," but remains confident that the parties will manage to come to agreem

by: Reuters

South Sudan government says arrested Vice President Machar will be investigated

South Sudan's First Vice President Riek Machar is under arrest and will be investigated, the country's information minister said on Friday, raising the risk that the rift between Machar and President Salva Kiir could plunge the nation back into war.

by: WTOV

Ohio House DOGE Caucus aims to cut waste and reform property tax system

As Elon Musk's DOGE program continues to make cuts at the federal level, a similar type of program could be making its way to Ohio.Based on the federal governme

by: Mediaite

Two More Law Firms Targeted by Trump File Lawsuits Against His 'Unprecedented and Unconstitutional' Executive Orders

On Friday, two more firms joined Perkins Coie on the front lines of this battle against the White House, filing their own lawsuits staunchly defending their First Amendment rights and rights to defend their clients.

by: TheWrap

Hillary Clinton: 2nd Trump Administration Is 'Dumb and Dangerous'

Hillary Clinton blasted the second Trump administration for being "dumb and dangerous" in a scathing op-ed in The New York Times on Friday. "The Trump approach is dumb power," Clinton wrote. "Instead of a strong America using all our strengths to lead the world and confront our adversaries,

by: Newsweek

One in Five Americans Want Their State to Secede and Join Canada: Poll

A new Leger poll revealed that 20 percent of Americans said they wanted their state to join Canada and secede from the union.

by: IOL

Government and AfriForum's farm murder statistics dispute escalates amid US tensions

AfriForum has strongly refuted claims made by Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni that the organisation conceded to misrepresenting farm murder statistics during a recent meeting with SAPS. The civil rights group describes the minister's statements as 'deliberate lies' intended to undermine progress made in discussions about rural safety concerns.

by: Alternet

'Absurd and unlawful': JD Vance slams Denmark to promote Trump's Greenland takeover bid

Vice President JD Vance traveled to Greenland to promote President Donald Trump's claim that America has to have the Danish territory—and that Greenlanders would be more secure under U.S. protection.

by: CNN

Justice Sonia Sotomayor says she's worried about declining standards and broken norms

Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the most senior liberal on the Supreme Court, advocated for a "fearlessly independent" judiciary during remarks Friday, telling an audience in Washington that she is worried about "standards that are being changed.

by: WWLP

Healey OKs remote and hybrid meeting extension

Gov. Maura Healey moved Friday to extend COVID-era remote and hybrid meeting allowances for public bodies until mid-2027, avoiding their potential expiration next week.

by: NewsNation

Trump's push for Greenland is '100% about Russia and China': Carla Sands

President Trump continues to express interest in the U.S. gaining control of Greenland, citing foreign threats. Carla Sands, the former U.S. ambassador to Denmark and Greenland, says having control of that country is about countering China and Russia.

by: wjla

Jobless federal workers share their frustrations and fears in the wake of massive cuts

For the past few weeks thousands of federal employees in the DMV and around the nation have lost their jobs as the Trump administration downsizes.

by: NWAhomepage

Debunking Real ID with Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

With the deadline to apply for a Real ID approaching in May, KNWA/FOX24 spoke with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration to learn more about these federally issued IDs.

by: BBC

Trump and Carney hold first call amid ongoing tariff war

The US president vowed that the two would meet as soon as Canada's upcoming election is over.

by: WGRZ

Ryan and Scanlon campaigns trade accusations of unethical actions; mayoral race intensifies

The campaign for acting mayor Chris Scanlon is alleging that Sean Ryan improperly transferred funds from his senate accounts to "evade contribution limits."

by: Yahoo

I expected to be embarrassed and outraged by Trump. Instead, I feel lucky. | Opinion

Two months into President Donald Trump's second term, I had expected to be embarrassed and outraged. But I'm not. I'm pleasantly surprised.

by: CNN

Trump presidency latest: Vance's Greenland visit, Signal chat scandal and tariffs fallout

Vice President JD Vance, second lady Usha Vance and other Trump officials are visiting Greenland today as the US president continues to move ahead with his domestic agenda back at home. Follow here for the latest live news updates.

by: Newsweek

Republican State Bans MAGA and Pride Flags at Schools, Government Buildings

The new Utah law states that only a handful of flags like the American flag are allowed to be displayed in government buildings and schools, the AP reported.

by: Reuters

Supporters and detractors of Philippines' Duterte rally on his 80th birthday

Tens of thousands of supporters of arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte flooded the streets of Davao City on his 80th birthday on Friday, calling for his return to the Philippines from International Criminal Court custody.

by: Reuters

Trump says he had productive call with Canadian PM Carney

U.S. President Donald Trump said he had a productive call on Friday with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and that the two leaders would meet after Canada's election, which is scheduled for next month amid increased tensions between the neighboring allies.

by: Newsweek

Republican State Bans MAGA Flags at Schools, Government Buildings

Utah's law prohibiting LGBTQ+ pride flags from being displayed at schools also applies to MAGA flags, reported the AP.

by: CNN

Trump targets 'improper ideology' at the Smithsonian in latest effort to reshape the arts and history

President Donald Trump is extending his efforts to influence American cultural and artistic institutions to the Smithsonian Institution - a sprawling organization that encompasses the National Zoo and

by: CNN

Law firms with ties to politics and Mueller probe take Trump to court over his executive order

Two law firms targeted by President Donald Trump's executive orders - Jenner & Block and WilmerHale - filed lawsuits Friday as the legal industry continues to grapple with the unprecedented attacks from the White House.
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by: Bloomberg

RFK Jr. Seeks to Ban Soda Buying With Food Stamps in Health Push

US Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined West Virginia's governor, Patrick Morrisey, on Friday in declaring the latest front in their war on unhealthy foods.

by: Regtechtimes

JD Vance Warns of Rising Danger as China and Russia Eye Greenland

The Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, recently made a high-profile visit to Greenland, where he raised serious concerns about foreign powers eyeing the Arctic region. Speaking at a military base,

by: FOX40

CA Safe Schools and Places of Worship Act Advances

A proposed change to state law could add more consequences for those who make threats against certain institutions. Under current law, it is a crime to make violent threats against a specific person at a school or house of worship.

by: Newspoint

DA Hike 2025: Central Government Employees Get 2% Dearness Allowance (DA) Increase

The Modi Government has announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, bringing the total DA to 55% from the previous 53%. This decision, made on March 28,

by: WTHR

Utah schools, government buildings will soon be fined if they fly this flag

Gov. Cox said he agreed with the "underlying intent" of the bill to make classrooms politically neutral but thought it went too far in regulating local governments.

by: Euronews

Turkey arrests Swedish journalist over 'insulting the president' and 'terrorism'

Reporters Without Borders condemned the arrest and criticised what they call the erosion in press freedom in Turkey. View on euronews

by: SaltWire

COMMENTARY: The cult of DOGE and hollowing out of the state

It has long been believed that the ideal functioning of a competitive free market system will always lead to efficient outcomes. In fact, it is traced back to Adam Smith's theory of the invisible hand.

by: Alternet

How the Republican divide in deep red South Dakota backfired and led to wins for Dems

Six South Dakota lawmakers — three Democrats and three Republicans — celebrated bipartisan accomplishments Thursday at an annual democracy conference, including their efforts to stop what one legislator called an influx of "bad bills" from reaching the governor's desk.

by: RochesterFirst

Protest outside Tesla following tariffs, government cuts

Outrage over tariffs, government cuts, and layoffs brought protesters out to a Tesla dealership late Friday afternoon in Henrietta on W Henrietta Road. Tesla's largest shareholder is Elon Musk who's faced plenty of criticism lately for actions taken as part of the Department of Government Efficiency.

by: Mediaite

Fox Hosts Torch Karen Bass and LA 'Wacko Policies' After Handful of Rebuild Permits Approved MONTHS After Fire

Fox & Friends hosts tore into Karen Bass and LA's "wacko policies" after a handful of rebuild permits were approved months after the Pacific Palisades fire. The post Fox Hosts Torch Karen Bass and LA 'Wacko Policies' After Handful of Rebuild Permits Approved MONTHS After Fire first appeared on Mediaite.

by: Kiplinger

Congressional Republicans Tackle Trump's Agenda

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by: Benzinga

Trump Signs Executive Order to Combat Crime and Toughen Immigration Enforcement in Washington D.C.

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by: MSNBC

This overlooked line in Trump's Smithsonian executive order is truly alarming

Report," Trump's executive order targeting the Smithsonian is preoccupied with the nation's founding. And it wrongly promotes scientific racism.

by: Newspoint

Explained: First 4, then 3 and now 2%, how much did the salary of government employees increase..

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28 approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. Now the dearness allowance of central employees will increase from 53 percent to 55 percent.

by: TAG24

US vaccine chief jumps ship over Robert F. Kennedy's "misinformation and lies"

The top US vaccine official resigned on Friday, citing the "misinformation and lies" he said were being peddled by the incoming health secretary.

by: MSNBC

Trump's attack on the Smithsonian is bad. His reason is even worse.

Trump's attack on the Smithsonian is bad. His reason is even worse. "Restoring Truth and Sanity to American History," a frightening executive order from President Donald Trump's White House Thursday takes aim at the Smithsonian and threatens to pull federal funding for content that promotes "divisive, race-centered ideology."

by: MSNBC

Ahead of Tesla protests, Musk threatens his company's critics

Elon Musk issued his threats on Fox News ahead of planned protests, saying Trump will punish those who spread "lies and propaganda."

by: Reuters

WHO proposing to cut jobs and slash budget by a fifth, memo shows

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by: Reuters

US judge halts deportation of Turkish student at Tufts

A federal judge in Massachusetts ordered on Friday that a Turkish doctoral student at Tufts University, who voiced support for Palestinians in Israel's war in Gaza and was detained by federal immigration officials this week,

by: Reuters

Indiana Republican lawmaker's town hall a crowd-fest of boos and jeers as she defends Trump spending cuts

Boos, jeers and choruses of "do your job" greeted U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz at a town hall on Friday in her Indiana congressional district as she defended sweeping cuts across the federal government,

by: Reuters

US says it expects Lebanese government to disarm militant groups

The U.S. State Department said on Friday Israel was defending itself from rocket attacks that came from Lebanon and that it was incumbent upon the Lebanese government to disarm militant groups such as Hezbollah.

Brian Platt is out after 4 years. How normal is it for Kansas City to fire its city manager?

Brian Platt joined six other former city managers who have been ousted by KansasCity Council. In fact, city managers are nearly as likely to be fired — or pressured to resign — as they are to leave on their own terms.
Brian Platt, who was appointed as Kansas City Manager in 2020, was fired by the city council in a 10-1 vote, marking a significant event in the city's governance. Platt's tenure was marked by both praise and controversy; he was credited with managing the city effectively during the economic challenges posed by the global health crisis, implementing a new approach to trash collection, and securing a new stadium for the Kansas City Royals. However, his dismissal came amidst allegations of a hostile work environment, with claims of bullying and intimidation from city employees. Despite these issues, Platt's contract included a severance package, and his departure was described as a mutual agreement to part ways, allowing him to pursue other opportunities. The decision to fire Platt was influenced by a desire for a change in leadership style, reflecting broader discussions on governance and management within Kansas City.

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