• Fri, June 6, 2025

by: Patch

Village Brings On Former Communications Director's Company For Contract PR Work

Nabeha Zegar's PubliCity Communications LLC has been contracted for $5,000 per month for a year to do PR work for the Village.

by: ThePrint

Chinese envoy offers to help Bangladesh govt counter 'disinfo' on global media platforms

Offer comes amid claims by Bangladeshi interim govt that media outlets, particularly in India, as well as expatriate-run YouTube channels, are spreading anti-govt propaganda.

by: Time

Dutch Government Collapses After Right-Wing Party Exits

Prime Minister Dick Schoof resigned on Tuesday after Geert Wilders' right-wing party left the government coalition.

by: Futurism

Elon Musk's Dad Slams His Son's Whimpering Failure at Politics

Elon Musk's father Errol is once again sounding off about his billionaire son and as usual, he has nothing nice to say. In an interview with England's Sky News, the elder Musk heaped on the criticism when asked to describe his famous spawn's political prowess. "He's not a very good conversationalist," the patriarch said. "He's not a very good politician at all." "He's not a very good conversationalist. He's not a very good politician at all" Elon Musk's father, Errol Musk describes his son to

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San Antonio Question of the Day | News, Weather, Sports, Breaking News

WOAI NBC News Channel 4 San Antonio provides local news, weather forecasts, traffic updates, investigations, and items of interest in the community, sports and entertainment programming for San Antonio and nearby towns and communities in South Central Texas, including Windcrest, Uvalde, Universal City, Somerset, Seguin, Schertz, San Marcos, Sabinal, Poth, Poteet, Pleasanton, Pearsall, Braunfels, Live Oak, Kerrville, Hondo, Helotes, Goliad, Fredericksburg, Floresville, Eagle Pass, Devine, Del Rio, Cuero, Crystal City, Converse, Cibolo, Castroville, Carrizo Springs, Boerne, Bandera.

by: CNN

'I'm very disappointed': Trump reacts to Musk comments | CNN Politics

President Trump said he was "very disappointed" with Elon Musk, as the tech billionaire and former adviser continues to blast Trump's massive tax and spending cuts package. The bill is estimated to add $2.4 trillion to the deficit over the next decade.

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Arunachal Pradesh Governor Dissolves Seventh Assembly, Paves Way for New Government | Politics

Governor KT Parnaik of Arunachal Pradesh has dissolved the seventh assembly under Article 174 (2) (b) of the Constitution. He has also accepted Chief Minister Pema Khandu's resignation. The BJP secured a landslide victory, winning 46 out of 60 seats, thereby returning to power for the third consecutive term.

by: WMUR

Trump threatens to cut Musk's government contracts as their public feud escalates

President Donald Trump says he's "disappointed" with Elon Musk after his former backer and adviser lambasted his signature tax cuts and spending bill.

by: CNN

Supreme Court shuts down Mexico's lawsuit against American gunmakers | CNN Politics

The Supreme Court on Thursday tossed out a lawsuit from the Mexican government that alleged American gun manufacturers should be held responsible for cartel violence on the Southwest border, a decision that shields the companies from a suit that had claimed billions in damages.
  • Sat, June 7, 2025

by: PBS

Jacinda Ardern on keeping empathy in politics and new memoir, 'A Different Kind of Power'

At 37 years old, Jacinda Ardern was the world's youngest female head of government when she became prime minister of New Zealand. She was also just the second to give birth while in office and led her nation through crises, including a devastating mass shooting and the pandemic. Ardern joined Amna Nawaz to discuss her memoir, "A Different Kind of Power," and the documentary, "Prime Minister."

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The biggest bombshells and takeaways from Musk's fight with Trump

The world's richest person and most powerful person are fighting. The stakes are high if the feud continues to escalate.

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Stymied French politicians turn to sins of the past - DW - 06/07/2025

Amid parliamentary deadlock, the politics of remembrance has gained momentum in France. Three new initiatives attempt to recognize and heal historical injustices at least symbolically.

by: Time

Is Musk Starting a New Political Party Amid Trump Feud?

"The people have spoken. A new political party is needed in America," said Musk.

by: Forbes

Gavin Newsom And Jay Pritzker Offering Red States The Deal Of Lifetime

It's odd that red states aren't taking the blue states up on an arrangement that to some degree erects a fence around economic foolishness.

by: CNN

What makes Trump's new portrait different from his predecessors' | CNN Politics

Trump's new official portrait lacked two elements his predecessors had in their photographs in recent decades, including an American flag in the background.

by: MSNBC

Centrist Dems Hold Political Coachella

What is "WelcomeFest"? Well, Politico called it the "moderate Democrats' Coachella." Progressives say the event shows the party is still tone deaf. MSNBC's Ayman Mohyeldin, Catherine Rampell and Elise Jordan talk to Congressional candidate and progressive Kat Abughazaleh about the Democratic party's ongoing struggle with branding and messaging.

by: CNN

Study shows young men are bailing on Democrats | CNN Politics

A new study shows young men have moved away from Democrats in 2024. Ilyse Hogue, co-founder of the Speaking with American Men Project, tells Michael Smerconish that while many men still support progressive values, they don't always see themselves represented in the Democratic party.
  • Sun, June 8, 2025

by: BBC

Scotland's papers: Defence jobs boost and independence 'already under way'

Scotland possibly gaining thousands of defence jobs and a cross-border political divide make the papers.

by: Patch

Soldiers Arrive To Quiet Streets Of LA, Governor Accuses Trump Of Manufacturing A Crisis

Gov. Gavin Newsom implored protesters to remain peaceful: "The president is attempting to inflame passions and provoke a response."

by: ThePrint

Rahul's article has exposed BJP, says Raut; claims believers in democracy concerned

Mumbai, Jun 8 (PTI) Shiv Sena (UBT) Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut on Sunday claimed Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's article alleging "match-fixing" and "rigging" in the 2024 Maharashtra assembly polls has exposed the BJP. Raut claimed Gandhi's article, which was published in several newspapers, has led to concern among those people in the world who [ ]

by: CNN

How a Supreme Court decision backing the NRA is thwarting Trump's retribution campaign | CNN Politics

As Harvard University, elite law firms and perceived political enemies of President Donald Trump fight back against his efforts to use government power to punish them, they're winning thanks in part to the National Rifle Association.

by: CNN

Fareed's take: Despite tariff and budget chaos, CEOs won't take on Trump | CNN Politics

America's CEOs once felt free to criticize the government. Today, despite tariff chaos and a budget-breaking bill, Fareed points out that business leaders say nothing in the face of President Trump's tsunami of economic uncertainty.
  • Mon, June 9, 2025

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Tom Homan Hammers Whiny Newsom

by: Patch

LA Protests Turn Violent As Governor Accuses Trump Of Manufacturing The Crisis

The U.S. Marines are on standby, but Gov. Gavin Newsom said, "The president is attempting to inflame passions and provoke a response."

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Missouri deal to pay for Chiefs and Royals stadiums fractures far-right Freedom Caucus

Missouri state Sen. Rick Brattin stepped down as chair of the Missouri Freedom Caucus just days after voting in favor of a Kansas City stadium funding deal. The conservative group criticized the plan

by: MSNBC

Gov. Newsom says federal government is moving to 'take over' the California National Guard

The federal government is "moving to take over" the California National Guard and deploy 2,000 soldiers, Gov. Gavin Newsom said on Saturday. "That move is purposefully inflammatory and will only escalate tensions," he said in a statement. NBC's Jacob Soboroff reports the latest.

by: STAT

Metsera's drug shows potential in early clinical trial

And other biotech news stories brought to you by The Readout.

by: PBS

Southern California officials react to immigration demonstrations, federal response

For two perspectives on the anti-ICE protests in California and the federal government's response, Geoff Bennett spoke with Democratic Rep. Norma Torres, who represents part of southern California, and Republican Kathryn Barger, the chairwoman of the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

by: AFP

LA protests turn spotlight on California's ambitious governor

Immigration protests in Los Angeles are proving a stern test of Gavin Newsom's leadership of California, but the unrest also hands the ambitious governor a unique opportunity, say analysts, as he weighs a presidential run in 2028."Every political crisis is a political opportunity," Jeff Le, a former senior official in California state politics who negotiated with the first Trump administration, told AFP. "In California, where President Trump polls at 30 percent, it's a potential gift for the gov

by: MSNBC

Dr. Annie Andrews: 'People in South Carolina are ready for a leader who will fight for them'

Dr. Annie Andrews, a pediatrician from Charleston, recently launched her South Carolina Senate bid with a viral campaign video hitting against her opponent, Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC). Even though a Democrat has not won a U.S. Senate seat in South Carolina in decades, Dr. Andrews says her campaign is "about inspiring hope for the folks of South Carolina who are tired of being left behind."

by: PBS

WGBH News | Politics Of Requiring Vaccines For Public Workers | Season 1 | Episode 101

Democrats v. Republicans On Requiring Vaccines For Public Workers

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'What we're seeing is authoritarianism': NYC Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani slams Trump's L.A. protest crackdown

As protests mount against Donald Trump's immigration crackdowns in Los Angeles, New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani says it's time for Democrats to fight back and defend immigrant communities. MSNBC's Ayman Mohyeldin, Catherine Rampell and Antonia Hylton ask Mamdani on how he would protect immigrants in New York if he's elected mayor.
  • Tue, June 10, 2025

by: Couriermail

'City of criminals': Trump administration goes nuclear

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by: CNN

Trump's aggressive moves on immigration protests put Democrats in a political bind | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump's deployment of military troops to California is forcing Democrats back onto politically perilous turf.

by: rnz

Pacific news in brief for 11 June

A round-up of news in brief from around the region, including members of Samoa's HRPP forming their own party.

by: Patch

Primary Election Results For NJ-27: See Who Is Leading The Race

The district includes the municipalities of Clifton, Livingston, Millburn, Montclair, Roseland and West Orange.

by: CNN

What to watch in Tuesday's primaries for New Jersey governor | CNN Politics

New Jersey voters will select their nominees for governor on Tuesday, testing the direction of the Democratic and Republican parties in a state that shifted towards President Donald Trump in the 2024 election.

by: Patch

NJ Assembly Election Results: District 7 Democrats Face Primary Challenge

The polls have closed, and unofficial results are rolling in for the 2025 Primary Election. Follow along for election tallies.

by: Patch

NJ Assembly Election Results: District 4 Faces Crowded Field

The polls have closed, and unofficial results are rolling in for the 2025 Primary Election. Follow along for election tallies.

by: Patch

Primary Election Results For NJ-34: See Who Is Leading The Race

The district includes the municipalities of Belleville, Bloomfield, East Orange, Glen Ridge, Nutley and Orange.

by: Patch

NJ Assembly Election Results: District 6 Democrats Face Primary Challenge

The polls have closed, and unofficial results are rolling in for the 2025 Primary Election. Follow along for election tallies.

by: Patch

Primary Election Results For NJ-28: See Who Is Leading The Race

The district includes the municipalities of Hillside, Irvington, Maplewood, Newark and South Orange.

by: Patch

Marines Arrive In LA After Subdued Night Of Protests

As GOP leaders continue to spar with Newsom online, tensions remain high in Los Angeles as a military presence grows in the city.
  • Wed, June 11, 2025

by: MSNBC

'This doesn't look like order': The political optics of the protests and the military in L.A.

It seems clear that Donald Trump very much wants the images that we're now seeing on the streets of Los Angeles, but will that gamble actually pay off with voters? And do Democrats risk playing right into Trump's hands? Matthew Dowd joins Stephanie Ruhle on The 11th Hour.

by: CNN

Newsom and California confront Trump with a potential blueprint for Democrats | CNN Politics

Democratic politicians have spent the last few months talking about standing up to President Donald Trump in his second term. California Gov. Gavin Newsom is among the first faced with figuring out what standing up actually looks like.

by: BBC

Scotland's papers: Parties react to Hamilton by-election result

Reaction from the Hamilton by-election dominates the front pages in Scotland.

by: CNN

Professor of government has theory why Musk expressed 'regret' | CNN Business

Elon Musk said Wednesday that he regrets some of his recent social media posts about President Donald Trump. Professor of government at the University of Essex Natasha Lindstaedt joins CNN Early Start to weigh in.

by: Patch

Curfew, Aggressive LAPD Tactics Thin Crowd Of Downtown Protesters

As GOP leaders spar with Newsom, tensions remain high in Los Angeles, and a military presence grows in the city at a cost of $134 million.

Village Brings On Former Communications Director's Company For Contract PR Work

Nabeha Zegar's PubliCity Communications LLC has been contracted for $5,000 per month for a year to do PR work for the Village.
The Village of Orland Park has contracted the services of Lauren Maloney's company, LM Strategies, for public relations work, following Maloney's previous role as the village's communications director. The contract, valued at $5,000 per month, was approved by the Village Board to assist with communications and public relations, particularly in light of the village's ongoing efforts to manage its image and public engagement. Maloney, who left her position as communications director in 2022, will now provide strategic communication services to the village through her private firm, leveraging her experience and familiarity with the village's needs.

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