Tue, May 20, 2025

by: Charter97

Musk Has Said He Will Cut Back On His Donations To Politics

Billionaire and head of the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Ilon Musk has said he will cut back on his political donations - thereby dealing a blow to the Republican Party from which current President Donald Trump was elected. This was reported on May 20 by Vloomberg.

by: ThePrint

Protests in Manipur after security forces cover state's name on govt bus carrying journalists

Imphal, May 20 (PTI) Major political parties and media organisations of Manipur on Tuesday criticised the security forces for allegedly stopping a government bus with journalists on board and covering the name of the state written on its windshield. The media groups also said that because of the "harassment" caused to journalists, they will observe […]

by: ThePrint

'Intimidation in order to silence'- Nitasha Kaul hits back at govt's decision to cancel OCI

'No system is perfect. If a democracy is acting authoritarian, I am duty bound as an academic to say that it's no good for those experiencing it', Kaul, an author and a professor at the University of Westminster in London, told ThePrint.

by: Townhall

Watch: How the Trump Administration Is Circumventing California's 'Sanctuary' Policies

by: Salon

The next stage of our democracy crisis: competitive authoritarianism

America's democracy is rapidly collapsing. Examining its present state offers clues to prevent catastrophe

by: CNN

As Musk steps back, DOGE moves forward with more cuts, sweeping agency changes | CNN Politics

Elon Musk's prominent role in President Donald Trump's White House appears to be fading, but the tech billionaire's brainchild — the budget-slashing Department of Government Efficiency — is poised to continue its work after his departure.
Mon, May 19, 2025

by: Truthout

A Fraction of What We Pay in Fossil Fuel Subsidies Could Fund a Just Transition

Phasing out fossil fuel subsidies must be tied to new subsidies that raise living standards for working and poor people.

by: CNN

Vance explains what Trump will ask Putin on call | CNN Politics

Vice President JD Vance said that President Donald Trump will ask Russian President Vladimir Putin if he is serious about peace with Ukraine during their phone call.

by: legit

$TRUMP dinner blurs lines between profit and politics

More than two hundred guests on Thursday will make their way to a ritzy country club just up the Potomac River from Washington, ready for a sumptuous dinner hosted by the president of the United States.

by: CNN

Secret nose job allegations, 'Rolexgate,' and the curse of the Peruvian presidency

But in this country, presidential scandals - proven or alleged - are so commonplace that one of its prisons has housed four disgraced former leaders.
Sun, May 18, 2025

by: ThePrint

Belgium set for new government after months of negotiations -VRT News

BRUSSELS (Reuters) -Political parties in Belgium on Friday agreed to form a broad government coalition, local broadcaster VRT News reported, ending almost eight months of complicated talks that

by: CNN

Former FBI Director James Comey interviewed by the US Secret Service | CNN Politics

Former FBI Director James Comey was interviewed by US Secret Service agents at their Washington, DC, field office on Friday afternoon, according to law enforcement sources.

by: CNN

GOP hardliner trashes Trump's agenda bill | CNN Politics

In a dramatic moment, Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) said he is opposed to the current House version of President Donald Trump's tax cuts and budget bill without additional cuts to spending. Roy's objection is a serious problem for House GOP leadership as they try to pass the bill next week with few votes to spare.
Sat, May 17, 2025

by: NewsNation

Starliner astronauts avoid engaging in politics about their return

The astronauts have pushed back against claims they are "stranded" in space.

by: CNN

Officials across US government scramble to implement Trump's surprise Syria announcement | CNN Politics

When President Donald Trump announced the lifting of US sanctions on Syria during his trip to the Middle East this week, it marked a major policy shift that could reshape the region and triggered a scramble across the US government to implement the decision, according to three sources familiar with the matter.

by: Time

WorldPride Is About to Collide With Donald Trump's Washington

The massive, international LGBTQ Celebration is about to collide With Donald Trump's Washington.

by: dw

Hungary's Orban plans 'transparency law' to muzzle critics - DW - 05/17/2025

The ruling Fidesz party, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orban, has proposed a law that could be used to ban political parties and media outlets.

by: CNN

May 16, 2025 - Trump Middle East trip and presidency news | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump is heading back to Washington, DC, after finishing a trip to the Middle East with stops in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and United Arab Emirates that saw him reimagine alliances on the world stage.
Fri, May 16, 2025

by: KCUR

Protesters at Missouri Capitol vow to fight back against Republicans on abortion and sick leave

After GOP lawmakers repealed parts of a voter initiative on paid sick leave and minimum wage, and added an abortion ban to the ballot, protesters say they will look at passing a constitutional amendment that legislators can't touch.

by: CNN

March 10, 2025: Donald Trump presidency news | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump did not appear on camera today — a rarity for the commander in chief — as the US stock market plunged in the wake of the president not ruling out a recession.

by: ABC7

Gov. Gavin Newsom tries to rebrand himself ahead of a potential presidential run

Gov. Newsom is a term-limited Democrat with national ambitions. He's been trying to appeal to the political center as he contemplates his next career move.

by: BBC

North Yorkshire MPs to lobby government over new housing targets

A target of 4,144 new homes a year in North Yorkshire will put pressure on rural land, MPs say.

by: CNN

Jeanine Pirro sworn in as DC's top federal prosecutor | CNN Politics

The US attorney's office in Washington, DC, is hoping for a new era of relative calm as the top federal prosecutor in the nation's capital switches from one outspoken, controversial ally of the president to another.
Thu, May 15, 2025

by: KCUR

Chiefs and Royals stadium funding falls casualty to Missouri Senate breakdown

The governor's plan to convince the Chiefs and Royals to stay in Missouri hit a wall of resistance in the Senate — and was ultimately abandoned after Republican lawmakers cut off debate and forced through measures to ban abortion and repeal paid sick leave.

by: dw

Media freedom: Diplomacy matters

Are multilateral initiatives for media freedom effective or mere rhetoric? Researchers asked journalists working in challenging media environments for their opinions about the Media Freedom Coalition.

by: RepublicWorld

'New Coalition Govt is United in Tackling Unemployment,' Says South African President

by: CNN

Live updates: Trump administration news, Mike Waltz, tariffs | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump is forging ahead with his domestic and foreign policy agenda as he pushes for trade deals. Follow for live news updates.

by: CNN

Whistleblower claims DOGE may have sensitive agency data | CNN Politics

Daniel Berulis and Andrew Bakaj join The Lead

by: AFP

Eurovision voting: when politics and kitsch converge

Groans and giggles typically greet votes at the annual Eurovision Song Contest, loved and mocked for its kitsch music and seemingly partisan outcomes. Political tensions persist in the Balkans, for example, "but the cultural connections seem to have trumped the political divisions", Dean Vuletic, author of "Postwar Europe and the Eurovision Song Contest" (2019), told AFP. "I would say that this is because these countries do share a music industry."

by: Newsweek

Amazon plays down tariffs plan White House called "hostile and political"

Amazon's reported move to display tariff costs on prices was criticized by the Trump administration on Tuesday.

by: ABC

Deported Venezuelan mother accuses US government of 'kidnapping' her child

Yorley Inciarte, the Venezuelan mother who was deported to her home country without her 2-year-old daughter, is accusing the U.S. government of "kidnapping" her child.

by: Mashable

Report: Government messages on modded Signal clone Telemessage got hacked

Data from Customs and Border Protection, Coinbase, and financial providers were also included in the hack.

by: LAist

California budget is $12 billion in the red amid Trump tariffs and rising costs

California is experiencing unexpectedly shaky economic conditions, as health care costs rise and Trump's tariffs create ongoing uncertainty.
Wed, May 14, 2025

by: WFTV

John Morgan announces creation of new political party, hints at future ambitions

John Morgan, the face of mega-law firm Morgan & Morgan, announced on Wednesday that he would create a third political party.

by: Time

How the Iran-Contra Scandal Impacts American Politics Today

The Iran-Contra affair exposed how government officials can ignore democratic norms and practices.

by: BBC

'Not Labour enough': MPs' despair at voters' verdict on government

Sir Keir Starmer is facing calls for a change of direction after a dismal set of local election results.

by: PBS

KLRU News Briefs | Texas Tribune Roundup: Political Debates & Medical Coverage

A look at this week's news and events with the Texas Tribune.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | New report: Black Women Underrepresented in Politics | Season 2023

They say the key is to make a path for future generations

by: LancasterOnline

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by: ThePrint

Megatron IT Services Launches AI-Powered Platform to Revolutionize Political Intelligence

SMPL New Delhi [India], February 17: Megatron IT Services Private Limited today announced the launch of its innovative AI-powered political intelligence platform, aiming to transform how organizations gather and analyze political insights. The new platform combines advanced artificial intelligence with comprehensive data analytics to provide real-time political intelligence and voter behavior analysis. Show Full […]

by: dw

Mali's military government dissolves all political parties - DW - 05/14/2025

The decision sparked a wave of protests in the crisis-hit country. The junta has now forbidden members of the dissolved parties from holding meetings.

by: CNN

Trump administration to halt new research grants for Harvard as battle over political ideology and academic freedom flares | CNN

The Trump administration has unveiled new steps to target federal funding to Harvard University, cutting off all new federal research grants unless the elite school enacts political policy changes amid a broader national clash over academic freedom, federal funding and campus oversight.

by: CNN

April 15, 2025 - Donald Trump presidency news | CNN Politics

The federal judge overseeing the case of a man mistakenly deported to El Salvador said she would allow for expedited fact-finding to help her figure out whether the Trump administration is complying with her order that it "facilitate" his return from a notorious mega-prison.

by: legit

Mali's military government bans all political parties

Mali's junta has dissolved all political parties, sparking protests and concerns over democracy. Reports of opposition figures disappearing add to growing tensions.

GOP hardliner trashes Trump's agenda bill | CNN Politics

In a dramatic moment, Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) said he is opposed to the current House version of President Donald Trump's tax cuts and budget bill without additional cuts to spending. Roy's objection is a serious problem for House GOP leadership as they try to pass the bill next week with few votes to spare.

In a recent budget hearing, Representative Chip Roy expressed strong support for former President Donald Trump's agenda, emphasizing the need to prioritize Trump's policies in the upcoming fiscal planning. Roy argued that implementing Trump's initiatives would help address critical issues such as economic recovery, border security, and national defense. He criticized the current administration's approach, suggesting that a return to Trump-era policies could better serve the American public's interests. Roy's comments reflect a broader sentiment among some Republican lawmakers who are advocating for a shift back to Trump's policy framework as they prepare for future legislative battles.

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