• Sun, May 4, 2025

by: 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 […]

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.

by: 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.

by: KSTP-TV

AP Top Political News at 12:12 a.m. EDT

Donald Trump's trip to Pope Francis' funeral puts a sharper focus on their clashes over the years
  • Mon, May 5, 2025

by: Seeking Alpha

Politics And The Markets 05/05/25

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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

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

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

While the bills have bipartisan support, House Democrats -- who are in the minority -- say they have been introducing legislation aimed at lowering costs for Iowans since the beginning of the session, and are calling for more relief.

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

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

by: 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.

by: 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 […]

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

Experts say the U.S. Supreme Court ruling ushered in an era of unprecedented spending on elections by ultra-wealthy special interests.

by: WPIX New York City, NY

PIX on Politics Daily: Feds on Rikers Island

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: 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

It's the third production of Gabriel Jason Dean's "Rift, or White Lies" as part of the drama's rolling world premiere.

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

The party and its related exhibition, about Black male style, land in a moment when anything to do with race and diversity is under added scrutiny.

by: RepublicWorld

'1 Crore Hindu Refugees May Come To Bengal, CM Should Be Prepared, Says Suvendu Adhikari

In wake of unrest in Bangladesh, Suvendu Adhikari has raised the matter of security of Hindus and asked the state government to be prepared to take refugees.

by: Associated Press

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

PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP) — Dozens of protesters marched up the hills of Haiti's capital on Sunday demanding an end to persistent gang violence as they called on the country's prime minister and transitional presidential council to resign. It's the latest protest to reflect growing anger and frustration over a surge in violence as gangs try to seize full control of Port-au-Prince. "The only thing the Haitian people are asking for is security," said Eric Jean, a 42-year-old bus driver with a large Haitian flag tied around his neck.

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

Virginia Democrats reap fundraising gains as they center campaigns around Elon Musk

by: 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

by: The News-Gazette

'Greatest job in the world': Economic Alliance director reflects on role in community development

Doug Neumann soon will step down this year after 19 years in economic development.

by: 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.

by: The News-Gazette

America not far removed from sharia law

The other day I read that the Taliban, the extreme political group in Afghanistan that our president calls terrorists, is …

by: 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 […]

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

The government of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva expects to raise $2 billion in financing for sustainable projects through a new auction to be announced on Monday as part of the Eco Invest Brazil program, focusing on initiatives to recover degraded pastures. The new auction is part of the "blended finance" line of the Eco Invest program, which combines public and private capital to reduce financing costs and stimulate sustainable initiatives in the private sector, while also reducing the ri

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

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

by: CNN

Israel's political leaders steering ceasefire talks frustrate mediators | CNN

When discussions began over releasing Israeli hostages shortly after the October 7 attack by Hamas, the negotiators tasked to strike a deal were mostly intelligence and security professionals. But in February, Israel made an important change that those now involved say has had a profound slowing effect on the discussions to resurrect the broken ceasefire: the file was taken over by the prime minister's closest political aide, Ron Dermer.

by: CNN

'Absolutely crazy': Rep. Nancy Mace confronted by South Carolina voter | CNN Politics

Video shows Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) involved in a tense exchange with a man at a store in South Carolina.

by: CNN

Analysis: Trump 2.0 is in a state of permanent emergency | CNN Politics

Governing by emergency means an emergency every day.

by: CNN

Fareed's take: The US-China trade war probably won't end well | CNN Politics

The United States jumped into a colossal trade war against China with little planning or forethought. If history is any guide, Fareed argues that it won't end with a more prosperous America or a more peaceful world.

by: CNN

'He gets him what he needs': Hegseth's new favorite adviser helped set up Signal on one of secretary's computers at Pentagon | CNN Politics

Last month, after news broke that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth was using Signal to discuss sensitive military operations in violation of Pentagon policy, one of his closest military aides made an unusual inquiry to the Defense Department's chief information officer: Would they grant an exception so Hegseth could keep using Signal freely?

by: CNN

'Breathtaking in its audacity': Trump's conflict with judges has escalated to new heights | CNN Politics

Judge James Boasberg - who ruled Wednesday that the administration showed "willful disregard" for his mid-March order halting deportation flights amid dispute over the legality of the removals - is the first judge to find "probable cause" of criminal contempt.

by: 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.

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.
The article from The New York Times, dated May 2, 2025, discusses the escalating political crisis in South Korea, where President Kim Jae-soo faces intense scrutiny and public protests due to allegations of corruption and abuse of power. The crisis intensified after a leaked document revealed that the President's close aides were involved in manipulating government contracts, leading to widespread calls for his resignation. Opposition parties have capitalized on the situation, organizing large-scale demonstrations and pushing for an independent investigation. The political turmoil has also affected South Korea's international relations, with concerns raised about the country's stability and its ability to address pressing issues like North Korean provocations and economic challenges. As the situation unfolds, experts warn that the crisis could lead to significant political and economic repercussions for South Korea.

Read the Full The New York Times Article at:
https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/02/world/asia/south-koreas-political-crisis.html