• Wed, May 7, 2025

by: Newsweek

The 1600: Real ID is peak U.S. government dysfunction

Editor's note: This is a preview of The 1600, Newsweek's daily newsletter by politics and culture director Carlo Versano.

by: Reuters

Mali suspends political activities to preserve public order, state TV says

Mali has suspended political activities across the West African nation to preserve public order, according to a statement read on state TV on Wednesday.

by: BBC

Tanzanian priest Charles Kitima - and government critic - brutally attacked

The attack on a Catholic priest comes amid rising political tensions ahead of October's elections.

by: KTBC

Political ad transparency bill passes Texas House

The bill would require disclosure by an officeholder, candidate or political committee that used altered media in ads and spends more than $100 on political advertising.

by: devdiscourse

Kuwait forms new government headed by Ahmad Abdullah Al-Sabah | Politics

The articles would be suspended for a period not exceeding four years, during which all aspects of the democratic process would be studied, according to the Emir's order on Friday. It was the second time that the Emir has dissolved the parliament this year.

by: CNN

As Carney visits White House, Trump hasn't committed to upcoming G7 in Canada | CNN Politics

When President Donald Trump welcomes his new Canadian counterpart to the White House on Tuesday, among the questions looming over their Oval Office encounter will be whether Trump will agree to attend a major summit Prime Minister Mark Carney is hosting next month in Alberta.

by: rnz

Christopher Luxon struggles as cost-of-living gloom lingers

Analysis: There's a lot of bad news around for a government holding out for a change in economic fortunes to turn the polls.

by: Politico

Mfume mulling Oversight bid

Live updates and analysis from POLITICO's Congress team.

by: Politico

House DOGE Subcommittee takes up gender in sports

The House Oversight Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency had been tasked with investigating the federal government's efficiency. Now, it's looking into trans women's participation in sports.

by: CNN

Netanyahu chooses war - and his political survival - as Israelis demand hostage deal | CNN

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is unabashedly prioritizing war - and the survival of his government - over the fate of 59 hostages still in Gaza and the will of most Israelis.

by: Politico

Germany's new chancellor urges US officials to stay out of his country's politics

"That is our business," said Friedrich Merz, speaking on his first full day in office.

by: CNN

Conclave Edition | CNN Politics

A bulldog and coloring book… things the NewsNight panelists would need if they were entering a conclave.

by: CNN

Hegseth orders Pentagon to cut number of senior generals by 20% | CNN Politics

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has ordered senior Pentagon leadership to cut the number of four-star generals and admirals by at least 20% across the military, according to a memo signed by Hegseth dated May 5 and obtained by CNN. A defense official confirmed the memo's authenticity.

by: CNN

Carney tells Trump: Canada isn't for sale | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who was elected last week following a campaign overshadowed by Trump's steep tariffs and threats to annex Canada. Both were asked about making Canada the 51st state.

by: CNN

Trump urges India-Pakistan attacks to 'stop' | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump emphasized to reporters that the US "gets along with both countries very well," when asked about the deadly eruption of fighting between India and Pakistan.

by: CNN

'It's creating a lot of havoc, chaos:' Moody's chief economist on potential new tariffs | CNN Politics

Moody's chief economist Mark Zandi weighs in on the Trump administration looking into imports of semiconductors and pharmaceuticals as part of a bid to impose additional tariffs.

by: CNN

Netanyahu chooses war - and his political survival - as Israelis demand hostage deal

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is unabashedly prioritizing war - and the survival of his government - over the fate of 59 hostages still in Gaza and the will of most Israelis.

by: CNN

Michigan visit showcases Trump and Whitmer's warmer relationship | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump offered rare praise for a Democrat Tuesday, saying as he arrived at Selfridge Air National Guard Base that Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer "has done a very good job" — a marked shift from the previous frosty relationship between the two.

by: CNN

Krishnamoorthi launches Senate bid, takes aim at political 'bullies' | CNN Politics

In an interview with CNN's Manu Raju, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) announced he has entered the 2026 US Senate race to succeed retiring Sen. Dick Durbin, emphasizing his commitment to confront "bullies" like former President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk. His candidacy sets up a high-profile Democratic primary against Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton.
  • Thu, May 8, 2025

by: Patch

'Reckless Chainsaw': Moulton Says DOGE Cuts Will Devastate In Danvers News Conference

U.S. Rep. Seth Moulton slammed the Trump Administration during a news conference at the Northeast Arc at the Liberty Tree Mall on Friday.

by: CNN

Chief Justice John Roberts stresses judicial independence amid tensions with Trump | CNN Politics

Chief Justice John Roberts stressed the importance of judicial independence during public remarks Wednesday, noting that the judiciary's role as a co-equal branch of government is central to the nation's political system.

by: Politico

Live updates on Trump transition and Congress news

Real-time news, updates and analysis from Capitol Hill.

by: CNN

Analysis: In Trump 2.0, the mistakes are multiplying | CNN Politics

High-profile mistakes — and the ensuing headaches — are piling up for President Donald Trump's administration.
  • Fri, May 9, 2025

by: Semafor

South Africa's coalition in jeopardy as budget row deepens

The second-largest party in the government voted opposed the fiscal plan passed by lawmakers.

by: ThePrint

Modi has eliminated terrorism, Naxalism from India: Shah

Mumbai, Nov 12 (PTI) Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Tuesday said Prime Minister Narendra Modi has successfully eliminated terrorism and Naxalism from India, and stressed that Article 370 will never be reinstated in Jammu and Kashmir. Speaking at a rally in Ghatkopar area here ahead of the Maharashtra assembly elections on November 20, Shah […]

by: Esquire

'Andor' Episode 4 is Star Wars At Its Most Political

Imperial News? The mockery of Emperor Palpatine? Loyalty oaths? It all sounds a little familiar!

by: legit

Protest: Economic interest, 2 other reasons use of Russian flag should be probed

This article by Legit.ng highlights the reasons why the use of the Russian flag during the hunger protest in Nigeria should be investigated by the authorities.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | How to increase representation of women in NJ politics | Season 2023

Eliminate the party line on election ballots?

by: BBC

Political and religious leaders welcome new Pope

Many figures from across the island of Ireland offer congratulations as Pope Leo XIV is elected.

by: Reuters

Policy uncertainty fuels rise in U.S. government debt hedging

NEW YORK (Reuters) -The cost of insuring exposure to U.S. government debt has climbed noticeably over the past month and remains stubbornly high, as jittery investors brace for a looming U.S. borrowing-limit political debate as well as overall policy uncertainty. The size of the market and trading volumes have also increased recently, Barclays said in a note this week, in a sign that a product generally considered to be niche is garnering more investor attention. While years ago buying protectio

by: WCTV

Gov. Kemp signs 2026 budget, bills aimed at 'streamlining government'

Governor Kemp is signing a set of bills Friday. The first cements the budget for fiscal year 2026. The $37.7 billion budget includes millions of dollars in federal funding, allotted to community mental health services,

by: TheWrap

Trump Blasts 'Fake News' Politico as a 'Left Wing Rag' After Learning of $8 Million in Government Payments

President Donald Trump lambasted Politico on Thursday, a day after it was revealed the news outlet had received more than $8 million.

by: MSNBC

Maddow Blog | Friday's Campaign Round-Up, 5.9.25: Alabama's congressional map rejected by federal court

Today's installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.

by: MLive

Michigan Congressman introduces articles of impeachment against President Trump

Rep. Shri Thanedar listed seven articles of impeachment against Trump, claiming the president has "already done real damage to our Democracy."

by: People

29-Year-Old Political Candidate Vanished but His Clothing Was Found on the Beach

Petros Krommidas, a Democratic candidate on Long Island, was last seen on April 24

by: NDTV

Punjab-Haryana Water War Reaches Delhi: BJP Blames AAP's "Dirty Politics"

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini warned that the row over water-sharing between Punjab and Haryana will impact the supply of drinking water in Delhi.

by: CNN

Congressional watchdog agency will investigate Trump's hollowing out of CFPB | CNN Politics

A congressional watchdog agency is investigating President Donald Trump's efforts to dismantle the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, CNN has learned, responding to Senate Democrats who are also demanding that the agency's Trump-appointed acting director turn over information about how the bureau can meet its statutory obligations amid attempts to lay off nearly 90% of its staff.

by: Reuters

South Korea's new interim leader Lee says he will do best to run government stably

Lee Ju-ho, who took over as South Korea's new acting president, said in the early hours of Friday that he would do his best to run the government stably, according to local media. Lee, the education minister, became the third acting president since the martial law decree in December.

by: CNN

Trump says he'll announce new pick for DC top prosecutor as controversial Ed Martin nomination falters | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump said Thursday he will soon announce a new nominee for US attorney in Washington, DC, replacing Ed Martin, whose nomination had been imperiled in recent days amid what appeared to be insurmountable pushback from Republicans on Capitol Hill.

by: MSNBC

'About the people, not the politics': MSNBC town hall spotlights forced out federal workers

Elon Musk may be stepping back from DOGE, but the government firings are not ending anytime soon. Thursday, May 1st, at 9 pm ET on MSNBC, Stephanie Ruhle and Jacob Soboroff will host the town hall, "100 Days of Trump: Forced Out Federal Workers," which will feature a live audience of former federal workers.

by: BBC

David Kogan named government's preferred choice to chair new English football regulator

Sports media rights executive David Kogan is named as the government's preferred choice as chair of the English football's new independent regulator.

by: NDTV

Donald Trump Names Jeanine Pirro As Top Washington Prosecutor

Jeanine Pirro briefly entered politics in ill-fated attempts to run for the US Senate and for New York Attorney General, losing the latter race to Democrat Andrew Cuomo.

by: MSNBC

Friday's Campaign Round-Up, 5.9.25: Alabama's congressional map rejected by federal court

Today's installment of campaign-related news items from across the country.

by: CNN

White House's impatience for trade deals grows as economic anxiety builds | CNN Politics

On President Donald Trump's 101st day in office, he warned that children may have to shrink their toy chests as tariffs raise the price of dolls from China.

by: CNN

Trump repeats that the government will revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status

President Donald Trump says Harvard University will be stripped of its tax-exempt status, redoubling an extraordinary threat amid a broader chess match over free speech, political ideology and federal funding at the Ivy League school and across American academia.

by: CNN

Undocumented immigrants contribute more to Social Security than they receive in benefits | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump's drive to deport immigrants and block new arrivals could chip away at Social Security's finances at a time when the program is already on shaky financial footing, experts say.
  • Sat, May 10, 2025

by: Patch

CA Ranks Dead Last In This Important Metric: US News

See how the Golden State stacks up against the rest of the country on various issues, and which category it ranks dead last in.

by: legit

"It's unwise and political": Nigerians react as US cardinal becomes new Pope

Nigerians react to the election of an American Pope, with some calling it political and unfair, while others celebrate the moment and pray for his leadership.

The 1600: Real ID is peak U.S. government dysfunction

Editor's note: This is a preview of The 1600, Newsweek's daily newsletter by politics and culture director Carlo Versano.
The article from Newsweek discusses the ongoing issues surrounding the REAL ID Act, which was passed in 2005 to set security standards for state-issued driver's licenses and identification cards. Despite the deadline for compliance being repeatedly postponed, with the latest extension set for May 7, 2025, the implementation has been plagued by delays and confusion. The piece highlights the government's struggle to enforce the law, with only about 43% of the population possessing a REAL ID-compliant license as of 2021. It critiques the bureaucratic inefficiencies and the lack of clear communication to the public, labeling the situation as a peak example of U.S. government dysfunction. The article also touches on the potential consequences for travelers who may be unaware of the need to obtain a REAL ID to board domestic flights or enter federal facilities.

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