• Sun, May 4, 2025

by: 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.

by: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel

New group sees 'fusion voting' as a path to ease Wisconsin's political polarization

A new group United Wisconsin are seeking to make the practice known as "fusion voting" legal in Wisconsin.

by: 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."

by: KSTP-TV

AP Top Political News at 7:04 a.m. EDT

Immigration is Trump's strongest issue, but many say he's gone too far, a new AP-NORC poll finds

by: 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.

by: 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.
  • Mon, May 5, 2025

by: 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

by: 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.

by: The Independent

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

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by: 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,

by: 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…

by: The News-Gazette

Iowa House Republicans look to lower household costs

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by: 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.

by: nbcnews.com

Trump's tariff turnaround: From the Politics Desk

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by: WLNS Lansing

Political 'Odd Couple' creates buzz

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by: 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…

by: KSTP-TV

AP Top Political News at 3:18 a.m. EDT

Trump says he will reopen Alcatraz prison

by: Penn Live

15 years after Citizens United, big money dominates politics in Pa. and beyond

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by: WPIX New York City, NY

PIX on Politics Daily: Feds on Rikers Island

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by: WETM Elmira

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

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by: Associated Press

Asian Politics Headlines at 4:25 a.m. GMT

JD Vance arrives in India for a 4-day visit that includes personal engagements and talks on trade

by: The New York Times

Inside the Most Politically Charged Met Gala in Years

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by: dpa international

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by: Yen.com.gh

Sudan 'political' banknote switch causes cash crunch

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by: reuters.com

Fed at a policy, political crossroads poses global risks

Global central bankers who have come to view the U.S. Federal Reserve as a source of stability now face an unpredictable period where the Fed's monetary policy decisions are being pulled in conflicting directions and the institution's independence could be at risk.

by: Dallas Morning News

New play at Fort Worth's Amphibian Stage explores political divide between brothers

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by: ThePrint

UCC cannot become political instrument to keep country in permanent polarisation: Cong

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by: RepublicWorld

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by: Associated Press

Protesters in Haiti demand new government and more security as anger over gangs spreads

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by: WPIX New York City, NY

PIX on Politics Daily: NYC Charter Revision Commission Report

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 […]

by: KSTP-TV

AP Top Political News at 2:02 p.m. EDT

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by: PBS

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by: The News-Gazette

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by: The New York Times

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by: The News-Gazette

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by: ThePrint

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by: KSTP-TV

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

Trump says he will reopen Alcatraz prison

by: 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.

by: Reuters

Brazil's government aims to raise $2 billion in financing with new Eco Invest auction

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by: 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.

by: Reuters

Germany halts Afghan refugee admission flights pending new government decision

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by: CNN

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by: CNN

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by: CNN

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by: CNN

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by: CNN

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by: CNN

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by: CNN

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

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'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.
Nebraska lawmakers are advocating for the permanent availability of E15 fuel, a blend containing 15% ethanol, following a successful temporary sales period in the summer of 2023. The push for permanent E15 sales is driven by the fuel's lower cost and reduced emissions compared to traditional gasoline, as well as its support for the local economy through the state's significant corn production used in ethanol production. Senators such as Pete Ricketts and Deb Fischer, along with Governor Jim Pillen, are urging the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to allow year-round E15 sales, highlighting the benefits to consumers and the environment. The temporary waiver that allowed E15 sales during the summer months is set to expire, prompting the call for a permanent solution.

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