• Wed, May 21, 2025

by: CNN

On GPS: Gen. Stanley McChrystal on the erosion of character in America | CNN Politics

Retired four-star General Stanley McChrystal tells Fareed why he believes America needs a national conversation on character.

by: MassLive

Biden relative calls new book 'political fairy smut' after cancer diagnosis

A relative of former President Joe Biden called out a new book about his health in office — and published right after his cancer diagnosis — and said it was "unoriginal, uninspired lies."

by: Futurism

After Leaving the Government in Ruins, Elon Musk Says He's Giving Up on Politics

Elon Musk, who spent $290 million on Trump's campaign, says he'll taper off political spending now that the federal government is in tatters.

by: Townhall

WaPo's Article on Fired Government Workers Is Unintentionally Hilarious

by: Forbes

How To Stay Cybersecure As Policies (And Politics) Change

Organizations must keep up with unexpected changes that new governments and policies bring.

by: CNN

Florida, Wisconsin election results live | CNN Politics

Live results for Florida House Special elections and Wisconsin elections, including Supreme Court, Superintendent of Public Instruction and Question 1.

by: CNN

Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in fight over DOGE records | CNN Politics

The case raises fundamental questions about the power and transparency of an entity that has slashed agency budgets and government employees with unusual speed and that has inspired a wave of federal lawsuits against the Trump administration.
  • Thu, May 22, 2025

by: Reuters

Trump's government overhaul on the line in court hearing over mass layoffs

A coalition of unions, nonprofits and municipalities will urge a federal judge on Thursday to extend her temporary block on President Donald Trump's administration implementing mass layoffs at federal agencies,

by: RealClearPolitics

Republicans Control It All -- And Still No Fiscal Restraint

I've often railed at Democrats' failure to revamp federal immigration law during the two years President Joe Biden enjoyed a Democratic

by: Newsweek

No Tax on Tips: When Does it Start and Who Benefits?

Nixing income taxes was one of President Donald Trump's top policy promises during his 2024 election campaign.

by: ThePrint

Highway collapse triggers political storm in Kerala, CM says state PWD has no role

Thiruvananthapuram, May 22 (PTI) A political row has erupted in Kerala following the recent collapse of a portion of National Highway-66 in Malappuram and damage to some other sections during heavy rains, with rival parties on Thursday launching a political fight over the incident. Ruling CPI(M) leader and State Public Works Department (PWD) Minister P […]

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Hochul slams DOJ probes as political attacks | Fingerlakes1.com

by: Patch

Newsom: Trans Kids Playing Sports Is 'Deeply Unfair'

Gov. Gavin Newsom unveiled his new podcast by staking out a stunning position on trans athletes for the famously progressive leader.

by: Parade

Bruce Springsteen Issues Surprise Release With Bold Political Statement

The Boss has issued a new live EP featuring his speeches lashing out against the current state of America.

by: OPB

'OPB Politics Now': An inside look at how OPB covers the Oregon Capitol

The OPB podcast team travels to Salem.

by: KLCC

Oregon lawmakers are now considering a 'cap-and-trade' program to fund roads, wildfire prevention

by: CNN

Kennedy pushes autism study deadline, calls on farmers to support MAHA agenda | CNN Politics

The federal government may have partial answers on the purported causes of autism by this fall, but not the full picture, as Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. promised in April.

by: ThePrint

Patience wears thin in Bangladesh as BNP takes to streets against Yunus govt over mayoral post

BNP leaders say the stir, initially confined to legal dispute with Yunus-led interim govt over mayoral seat, is quickly evolving into broader standoff over deferred general election.

by: CNN

'Eddington' ignites an already politically-charged Cannes Film Festival

At a press conference for Ari Aster's divisive film, the director and addressed a divided US and the "dangerous road" being walked by the nation.

by: CNN

First MAHA health report calls for reassessing medicines, processed foods, pesticides | CNN Politics

Poor diet, environmental toxins, unhealthy habits and pharmaceuticals are contributing to a national rise in chronic illnesses, particularly among children, top Trump officials said in a Thursday report that lays the groundwork for a 'Make America Healthy Again' overhaul of government policy.

by: CNN

Trump brings emergency appeal over mass firings to Supreme Court | CNN Politics

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Friday to reverse a lower court order that has blocked mass firings and major reorganizations at federal agencies, a case that could have enormous consequences on President Donald Trump's ability to reshape the federal government.

by: CNN

In this political bellwether, voters feel the impacts of Trump's policies | CNN Politics

Todd Harder voted for Donald Trump and knows firsthand his community would benefit if the president can deliver on his promise of a quick American manufacturing renaissance.

by: CNN

New intelligence suggests Israel is preparing possible strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, US officials say | CNN Politics

The US has obtained new intelligence suggesting that Israel is making preparations to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, even as the Trump administration has been pursuing a diplomatic deal with Tehran, multiple US officials familiar with the latest intelligence told CNN.
  • Fri, May 23, 2025

by: ThePrint

Bangladesh's Yunus threatens to quit amid growing political uncertainty

DHAKA (Reuters) -Bangladesh's de-facto prime minister has threatened to step down if political parties cannot agree on reforms that citizens await with growing impatience, a top student leader has

by: wjla

Similarities in media coverage of viral moments in Washington draw scrutiny

Coverage of the White House and Congress has come under greater scrutiny in recent years as the media landscape has shifted and politics get more polarized.

by: Reuters

With polygraphs and probes, Trump administration chases even minor leaks

When reports surfaced in the media that the federal government's personnel office was planning to hire a driver to ferry around agency directors, officials quickly launched an investigation to find out who was leaking to the press,

by: WHTM

How the federal courts work, and why their independence is paramount

Spotlight PA is an independent, nonpartisan, and nonprofit newsroom producing investigative and public-service journalism that holds power to account and drives positive change in Pennsylvania. Sign up for our free newsletters. Federal judges have been thrust into the center of our nation's politics as courts across the country are flooded with challenges to changes by President Donald […]

by: CNN

Analysis: World leaders have a huge new problem: Trump's Oval Office smackdowns | CNN Politics

It's the new Hunger Games of world politics — the televised Oval Office take-down by President Donald Trump.

by: ESPN

IndyCar exploring governance without Penske

IndyCar is exploring the creation of an independent governing body absent of any Roger Penske employees in the wake of the Team Penske cheating scandal ahead of the Indianapolis 500.

by: legit

"It's no longer news": Gov Eno confirms defection from PDP in trending video

Governor Umo Eno of Akwa Ibom State said it is no longer news that he is leaving the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) while explaining the reason for his decision.

by: Townhall

Tim Walz Is for Some Reason Still Ranting About 'Authoritarianism'

  • Sat, May 24, 2025

by: CNN

Judge blocks Trump administration's mass layoffs at the Education Department | CNN Politics

A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump's executive order to shut down the Education Department and ordered the agency to reinstate employees who were fired in mass layoffs.

by: CNN

Former US Ambassador to Ukraine explains why she resigned | CNN Politics

Bridget Brink, the former US ambassador to Ukraine, tells CNN's Christiane Amanpour that the administration's policy of placing pressure on Ukraine "rather than on Russia as the aggressor" led to her resignation.

by: CNN

Less engaged voters were key to Trump's 2024 victory, new analysis finds | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump's 2024 victory rested on support from voters who are less engaged with politics, an assessment of the election based on newly available voter file data confirms.
  • Sun, May 25, 2025

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Bangladesh's Regime Change Leaves Washington in a Bind as China Gains the Upper Hand

While former President Trump had criticized Biden's Bangladesh policy, his own administration has struggled to counter the new leadership under Muhammad Yunus, which has strengthened economic ties with Beijing.

by: AFP

Suriname votes for new government to steer oil windfall

Voting began Sunday in Surinamese parliamentary elections that will determine who will harness giant oil wealth to carry out a rags-to-riches transformation of the smallest country in South America.On Sunday, Surinamese began electing a new parliament of 51 members, who within weeks must choose a new president and vice-president for a five-year term.

by: CNN

Jeanine Pirro steps into spotlight with response to murders of Israeli embassy staffers | CNN Politics

Barely a week into her tenure as Washington, DC's top federal prosecutor, Jeanine Pirro faced an urgent test - overseeing the investigation into the murders of two Israeli embassy staffers outside the city's Jewish museum.

by: BBC

I learnt government was suing me on the news - Nigerian senator

Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan accused one of the country's top politicians of trying to kill her.

by: MSNBC

'This is political fairy smut': Biden's granddaughter slams new book on his mental decline

Alex Thompson, author of "Original Sin: President Biden's Decline, It's Cover-Up, and his disastrous choice to run again," joins "The Weekend" to discuss his new book which reveals how the Biden White House went to great lengths to conceal the extent of President Biden's physical and mental deterioration, and how it contributed to dooming Democrats chances of beating Donald Trump.

by: Moneycontrol

Elon Musk retreats from politics, refocuses on Tesla and Mars as backlash mounts

After spending nearly $300 million to back Trump and reshape Washington, Musk signals he's stepping back amid growing personal, political, and financial fallout.

by: CNN

Republican bashes Trump's major bill on the House floor | CNN Politics

House Republicans passed President Donald Trump's sweeping tax and spending cuts package early this morning. During a House floor debate in the early hours of Thursday morning, Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) strongly criticized the bill. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates that Trump's bill will add $3.8 trillion to US debt.

by: AFP

Bangladesh's Yunus seeks unity with fresh political talks

Bangladesh's interim leader will meet multiple parties on Sunday in marathon talks as he seeks to build unity and calm intense political power struggles, party leaders and officials said.The caretaker government has formed multiple reform commissions providing a long list of recommendations -- and is now seeking the backing of political parties.

by: CNN

Analysis: Trump takes new pages out of strongman's playbook with Harvard crackdown and crypto gala | CNN Politics

There are things almost all autocrats do.

by: CNN

National Security Council expected to be overhauled under Rubio | CNN Politics

A significant overhaul of the National Security Council at the White House is expected in the coming days, including a staff reduction and a reinforced top-down approach with decision-making concentrated at the highest levels, three senior Trump administration officials told CNN.
  • Mon, May 26, 2025

by: Insider

Elon Musk says he's stepping back from DOGE and politics. That doesn't mean he's disappearing from DC.

Despite Musk's apparent plans to step back from DOGE, he made several appearances in DC this week, including in the Oval Office and on Capitol Hill.

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Elon Musk reveals he'll be sleeping in 'factory rooms' after distancing himself from politics amid Trump 'breakup'

Elon Musk and Donald Trump have rumoured to have had a falling out as the billionaires pledges to shift his focus to X and Tesla

by: BBC

Scotland's papers: Knife crime call and ferry firm fears

The Tories criticising the SNP's position on youth violence and concerns over Ferguson Marine's future make the front pages.

by: CNN

Trump lashes out at political opponents and judges in Memorial Day post | CNN Politics

In a Memorial Day post to his Truth Social platform Monday, President Donald Trump marked the solemn occasion honoring America's war dead by blasting his political opponents and perceived enemies as "scum," members of the federal judiciary as "USA hating" as well as "monsters," and his predecessor, former President Joe Biden, as "incompetent."

Trump asks Supreme Court to intervene in fight over DOGE records | CNN Politics

The case raises fundamental questions about the power and transparency of an entity that has slashed agency budgets and government employees with unusual speed and that has inspired a wave of federal lawsuits against the Trump administration.
The article from CNN dated May 21, 2025, discusses a Supreme Court case involving a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request related to the cryptocurrency Dogecoin. The case centers on whether the Federal Reserve must disclose internal communications about Dogecoin under FOIA. The plaintiff, a Dogecoin enthusiast, argues that the public has a right to know about any discussions the Federal Reserve may have had regarding the cryptocurrency. The Federal Reserve contends that such communications are part of its deliberative process and should be exempt from disclosure. The Supreme Court's decision could set a precedent for how FOIA requests are handled concerning cryptocurrencies and other digital assets.

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