Mon, May 5, 2025

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: Nigerian Tribune

Umo Eno, Oborevwori and Okowa's political harlotry

IS there morality in politics? Or, should there be morality in politics? Governors of Akwa-Ibom and Delta States, Umo Eno, Sheriff Oborevwori and ex-governor of Delta State, Ifeanyi Okowa, are of t…

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: WETM Elmira

LIVE: Dr. Coleman's 39th Political Pundit Night

Dr. Coleman's Thirty-Ninth Political Pundit Night will be live streamed on Thursday, May 1, 2025, from seven until nine, exclusively on MyTwinTiers.com, a platform/website of WETM Television, NBC-Nexstar, in Elmira, New York. The program will feature a discussion on Donald Trump, his administration, and the future of America. Pundits joining Dr. Coleman in the cybercast will include: Nick Weinstein-Political Director, Republican Attorney Generals Association […]

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: Associated Press

Romanians vote in a presidential redo after voided election sparked deep political crisis

Romanians were casting their ballots on Sunday in a critical presidential election redo after last year's annulled election plunged the European Union and NATO member country into its worst political crisis in decades.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: WLNS Lansing

Political 'Odd Couple' creates buzz

LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stood next to the Michigan House GOP leader Matt Hall in the Oval Office next week, and President Trump asked them if they got along.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Michael Aron, acclaimed NJ political journalist, dies at 78 | Season 2024

Interview: Charles Stile and anchor Briana Vannozzi processed the news in real time

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: nbcnews.com

Trump's tariff turnaround: From the Politics Desk

Plus, a Texas-sized GOP primary battle kicks off. And a preview of the upcoming nuclear talks between U.S. and Iran.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: DC News Now Washington

President Trump mixes commencement address with political rally

At the University of Alabama, President Trump offered advice to the class of 2025 before turning his commencement address into a political rally.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: KSTP-TV

AP Top Political News at 3:14 a.m. EDT

Trump says he will reopen Alcatraz prison

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: ThePrint

K P Sharma Oli appointed Nepal's new Prime Minister

Kathmandu, Jul 14 (PTI) K P Sharma Oli was appointed Nepal's Prime Minister for the third time on Sunday to lead the new coalition government that faces the daunting challenge of providing political stability in the country. Oli, 72, succeeds Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda who lost the vote of confidence in the House of Representatives […]

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: WTOP News

Cambodian court convicts prominent politician of incitement in latest legal move to stifle opponents - WTOP News

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — A Cambodian court on Monday convicted a prominent opposition politician of incitement and sentenced him to four years in prison, in the latest legal move to stifle…

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: Barron's

Buffett on Government Spending: The Deficit Is 'Unsustainable'

Buffett had largely avoided commenting on politics during the afternoon part of the annual meetings Q&A and seemed reluctant to directly address a question on what he thought about Tesla CEO Elon Musk's efforts to cut government spending through the Department of Government Efficiency,

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: The News-Gazette

Property rights, pipeline debate heating up among Iowa Senate Republicans

A dozen Republican senators have pledged to hold up the next state budget until its party's leaders allow for debate and a vote on property rights legislation passed by the Iowa House.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: The Independent

Local election results live: Farage hails 'end of two-party politics' as Starmer and Badenoch apologise

Farage hails 'end of two-party politics' as Starmer and Badenoch apologise - Reform takes control of 10 councils, snatches dramatic victory in Runcorn by-election and wins two mayoral contests

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: The New York Times

H.U.D. Offers Tips for Federal Workers to Find Jobs Outside of Government

The Department of Housing and Urban Development is offering "career support" sessions. Some federal workers said they were insulted by the idea of the workshops.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: CNN

Stephen A. Smith responds to Trump endorsing a possible presidential run | CNN Politics

Stephen A. Smith, host of ESPN's "The Take" and the "Stephen A. Smith Show," responds to President Donald Trump voicing support for a potential 2028 presidential run.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: ABC12

Political expert: Trump rally demonstrates importance of Michigan

The President is commemorating 100 days in office just hours after announcing a new mission for Selfridge Air National Guard Base.

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: Seeking Alpha

Politics And The Markets 05/05/25

This is the forum for daily political discussion on Seeking Alpha. A new version is published every market day. Please don't leave political comments on other articles or posts on the site

[ Mon, May 05th 2025 ]: Reuters

Germany halts Afghan refugee admission flights pending new government decision

Germany's outgoing government has suspended flights for voluntary admissions of Afghan refugees for two weeks pending a decision by the next government on how to proceed, the foreign ministry said on Wednesday. Earlier this month, the future governing coalition of conservatives and Social Democrats (SPD) agreed to curb irregular migration, reflecting a mounting public backlash after several violent attacks by migrants as well as increasing pressure on housing and other infrastructure. After the
Sun, May 4, 2025

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Truthout

Critics Slam Trump's Plan to Fill Federal Government With "Political Cronies"

Around 50,000 career civil servants would be reclassified as "at-will" employees and lose civil service protections.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: USA Today

Trump mixes politics, motivational messages in Alabama graduation speech

Trump urged students graduating from the University of Alabama to "never give up." He also slammed Biden and judges blocking his immigration agenda.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Time

U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal: Key Political Figures React

Secretary Rubio said the agreement is "a milestone in our shared prosperity and an important step in ending this war."

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: KETV Omaha

'Politics is about persistence': Nebraska lawmakers push for permanent E15

According to Nebraska Corn Growers, 99% of corn grown in the state is for ethanol and livestock feed.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Source New Mexico

Only one NM college president signs letter opposing 'unprecedented government overreach'

Hundreds of leaders at colleges and universities from across the United States recently signed an open letter to the Trump Administration, rebuking "the unprecedented government overreach and political interference now endangering American higher education." Only one New Mexico higher-education leader signed the letter — from a small college in Santa Fe. In the first 100 […]

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: The New York Times

South Korea Lurches From One Political Crisis to Another

In five months, the country has had three acting presidents after the leader who imposed martial law was impeached. And now doubts cloud the coming election.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

WTMJ-AM (620) adds new political show, expands news programs

After years of veering away from political talk, the Good Karma Brands station is, in its own words, doubling down.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: NDTV

"Undue Government Intrusion": US After Colleges Unite Against Trump

More than 100 educational institutions issued a joint letter earlier Tuesday condemning President Donald Trump's undue "intrusion."

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: CBS News

Hundreds of colleges and universities issue letter condemning Trump's "political interference"

Hundreds of universities and colleges have issued a joint letter condemning President Trump's "political interference" in the nation's education system.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: OPB

Portland city council president on 100 days of the new form of government

Portland City Council President Elana Pirtle-Guiney joins us to talk about the challenges and successes of the new council so far.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Vox

Did our politics fail us during Covid?

Political scientist Frances Lee examines the "noble lies" and truth-seeking failures of the pandemic.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: KSTP-TV

AP Top Political News at 5:56 a.m. EDT

Donald Trump's trip to Pope Francis' funeral puts a sharper focus on their clashes over the years

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: NBC News

Trump speaks on economic worries and roils foreign elections: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team's latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: NPR

Week in politics: The threat of a government shutdown dominated political news this week.

An impasse over the budget and the threat of a government shutdown dominated political news earlier this week.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: CNN

Analysis: Rubio's hardest task in his tough new role may be keeping his job | CNN Politics

The disarray in Donald Trump's foreign policy team is mirroring the chaos and uncertainty that he's foisted upon the world in the last three months.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: AOL

News, Politics, Sports, Mail & Latest Headlines

Discover the latest breaking news in the U.S. and around the world — politics, weather, entertainment, lifestyle, finance, sports and much more.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: WPIX New York City, NY

PIX on Politics Daily: Political roundup

NEW YORK (PIX11) — Welcome to PIX on Politics Daily with Dan Mannarino, where we break down the day's political news, headlines, and issues that matter most to you through in-depth conversation. Join us daily on PIX11+ streaming at 1 p.m. as we invite the newsmakers, lawmakers, and key players shaping policies that impact local […]

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Her Campus

American Politics For Beginners

Politics can seem pretty scary and daunting right now. Everytime I open my phone, all of the stuff I see is people proclaiming that the world is ending. This can cause a lot of anxiety. If you find yourself constantly thinking about politics and the news and wondering how it will affect you, you should take some steps to understand how our government works.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: nbcnews.com

International students in Alabama fearful after researcher with no political ties is detained

More than 1,000 international students across the U.S. have had their visas or legal status revoked since late March.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: U.S. News & World Report

US House Democrats Press Kennedy Over Health Agency Firings

US News is a recognized leader in college, grad school, hospital, mutual fund, and car rankings. Track elected officials, research health conditions, and find news you can use in politics, business, health, and education.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Fox News

'Rules for thee': Senate DOGE leader seeks crackdown on tax-dodging government workers

Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, is introducing the Tax Delinquencies and Overdue Debts are Government Employees' Responsibility ... Charles covers media, politics and culture for Fox News Digital.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: ThePrint

Australia's Labor projected to win vote overshadowed by 'Trump effect'

By Kirsty Needham and Alasdair Pal SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's centre-left Labor Party was projected to win elections, broadcasters said on Saturday, in a comeback

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: The Daily Star

Parties reaffirm commitment to press freedom

Political parties have made strong commitments to ensure press freedom, recognising it as essential for democracy and good governance, and warning that its absence leads to fascism.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: Patch

Norwalk Launches New Quarterly Newsletter

Norwalk is launching a new quarterly newsletter that will bring the latest updates from the city straight to residents' inboxes.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: WTKR

Federal layoffs impact veterans and government employees in Hampton Roads

Federal layoffs have impacted southeastern Virginia, impacting veterans and government employees. One veteran shares her story amid rising unemployment concerns in the region.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: UPI

U.K. Reform Party leader: Two-party system is 'dead' - UPI.com

Reform Party leader and Member of Parliament Nigel Farage says Thursday's elections herald the end of a two-party system in the United Kingdom.

[ Sun, May 04th 2025 ]: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Booker optimistic about bipartisanship in Congress | Season 2022

Sen. Cory Booker discusses democracy, civility and inflation concerns among voters
Sat, May 3, 2025

[ Sat, May 03rd 2025 ]: ThePrint

"Editors removed... jailed since change of government," says senior Bangladesh Editor

Dhaka [Bangladesh], May 3 (ANI): On World Press Freedom Day, concerns over media independence in Bangladesh have resurfaced, with journalist Golam Rahman, Editor of Ajker Patrika, a Bengali daily newspaper of Bangladesh, voicing alarm over growing censorship and lack of transparency in the country's media. Speaking about the political shift that occurred in 2024, Rahman […]

Judge permanently blocks Trump's executive order targeting Democratic-tied law firm Perkins Coie | CNN Politics

A federal judge on Friday ruled that an executive order signed by President Donald Trump targeting a law firm that represented his 2016 presidential opponent was unconstitutional.

The article from CNN dated May 2, 2025, discusses a significant legal development involving former President Donald Trump and the law firm Perkins Coie. It reports that a federal judge has ruled that Perkins Coie must comply with a subpoena related to an executive order signed by Trump in 2020, which aimed to ban TikTok in the United States. The subpoena seeks communications and documents between Perkins Coie and the Trump administration regarding the executive order. This ruling is seen as a victory for transparency advocates who argue that understanding the interactions between the law firm and the administration is crucial for assessing the legality and motivations behind the executive order. The case continues to unfold, with potential implications for future legal battles over executive actions and the role of private law firms in government policy-making.

Read the Full CNN Article at:
https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/02/politics/perkins-coie-trump-executive-order