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fromwww.bbc.com
14 minutes ago

Health, education, tax and more - Has the SNP delivered on its promises at Holyrood?

The SNP's government record faces scrutiny as it prepares for May's election, with achievements and failures in health and social care being key points of debate.
#cherfilus-mccormick
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fromAxios
9 hours ago

"No one's comfortable": Jeffries faces threat of revolt on ousting one of his members

Some Democrats are calling for Cherfilus-McCormick's resignation or expulsion amid her upcoming federal criminal trial.
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fromAxios
16 hours ago

House Democrats face impending dam break on Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

House Democrats are increasingly uncomfortable with Cherfilus-McCormick's presence amid serious allegations of fraud and misuse of campaign funds.
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fromAxios
9 hours ago

"No one's comfortable": Jeffries faces threat of revolt on ousting one of his members

Some Democrats are calling for Cherfilus-McCormick's resignation or expulsion amid her upcoming federal criminal trial.
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fromAxios
16 hours ago

House Democrats face impending dam break on Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick

House Democrats are increasingly uncomfortable with Cherfilus-McCormick's presence amid serious allegations of fraud and misuse of campaign funds.
#dhs-funding
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fromAxios
9 hours ago

Senate locked in staring contest on DHS as insults fly

Senate leaders are at an impasse over funding proposals for DHS and ICE, with Democrats rejecting additional ICE funding demands.
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fromAxios
2 days ago

Republicans seek elusive path to restoring DHS funding

Republican leaders are pushing for a reconciliation bill to fund DHS and defense, emphasizing the need for offsets in savings.
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fromAxios
9 hours ago

Senate locked in staring contest on DHS as insults fly

Senate leaders are at an impasse over funding proposals for DHS and ICE, with Democrats rejecting additional ICE funding demands.
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fromAxios
2 days ago

Republicans seek elusive path to restoring DHS funding

Republican leaders are pushing for a reconciliation bill to fund DHS and defense, emphasizing the need for offsets in savings.
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fromMission Local
10 hours ago

We asked every S.F. politician about the 'Overpaid CEO tax' proposal. Here are their answers.

San Francisco voters will decide on a tax measure targeting wealthy corporations in June 2026, potentially reversing recent tax reforms.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
10 hours ago

Where do Sacramento-area lawmakers stand on the effort to protect telework?

Telework bill aims to allow state agencies to create specific telework policies, countering the governor's in-office requirement.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
11 hours ago

Judge fines San Francisco public defender for contempt after he refuses to take new cases

San Francisco's public defender was fined for rejecting cases due to overwhelming workload and insufficient staffing, impacting the justice system.
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fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Opinion: School board member secretly investigated by district employees and district's lawyers

The Palo Alto school district conducted a secret investigation on board member Rowena Chiu, which raised concerns about governance and accountability.
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fromLos Angeles Times
11 hours ago

He's an election skeptic. And he's in charge of elections in Shasta County

Clint Curtis announced a sheriff's plan to confiscate ballots, promoting election denialism and disenfranchising voters in Shasta County.
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fromHigh Country News
13 hours ago

Bureau of Indian Affairs could face reorganization, deeper staff cuts - High Country News

The Bureau of Indian Affairs plans significant staff cuts without consulting tribal nations, impacting program delivery for Indigenous communities.
#markwayne-mullin
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fromAdvocate.com
21 hours ago

In Markwayne Mullin, Pete Hegseth has a competitor in bravado, masochism, and queer hate

Markwayne Mullin, an MMA fighter, becomes Secretary of Homeland Security, bringing a tough persona to a role requiring decorum.
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fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Senate confirms brawler Markwayne Mullin to lead Homeland Security Department after Kristi Noem

Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, raising concerns over his record on LGBTQ+ rights and controversial behavior.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
21 hours ago

In Markwayne Mullin, Pete Hegseth has a competitor in bravado, masochism, and queer hate

Markwayne Mullin, an MMA fighter, becomes Secretary of Homeland Security, bringing a tough persona to a role requiring decorum.
SF politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Senate confirms brawler Markwayne Mullin to lead Homeland Security Department after Kristi Noem

Senate confirms Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, raising concerns over his record on LGBTQ+ rights and controversial behavior.
fromCalifornia Post
17 hours ago

Chevron's dire warning to California as gas prices surge toward $6 a gallon

"California has had, I think, very poor energy policy. They've put a climate agenda ahead of reliable and affordable energy, and the consequences of that are that energy in California - any form of it - is unaffordable."
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fromAxios
1 day ago

Rubio testimony sheds light on friend's shadowy Venezuela play

U.S. special forces removed Maduro from power on January 3, following Rubio's testimony regarding Rivera's connections and dealings.
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from48 hills
2 days ago

The US war economy and the 'threat of peace' - 48 hills

Peace has historically been viewed as a threat to the military-industrial complex and economic stability.
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fromMission Local
1 day ago

Meet the District 2 Candidates: Do you support the CEO tax?

The District 2 election features competing tax measures, Proposition D and Proposition C, with significant implications for San Francisco's economy and budget.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Democrat Torches Trump for Leaving America Vulnerable to Terrorism: Put a 22-Year-Old in Charge!'

The Trump administration's actions have weakened national security by purging experienced officials and disrupting key counterterrorism operations.
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Top SEC Enforcer Walks Rather Than Play Politics - Above the Law

Ryan's push for aggressive enforcement clashed with SEC leadership, leading to her resignation. The agency's current approach requires political appointees to approve investigations into their allies.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Gavin Newsom Lashes Out at Flailing Punch-Drunk' Trump: Becoming More Dangerous'

Gavin Newsom criticizes Donald Trump, stating he has become more dangerous and is not the same person he once was.
#prediction-markets
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fromFortune
1 day ago

Kalshi and Polymarket rush to update their policies after realizing that Congress could destroy them | Fortune

Kalshi and Polymarket implemented new rules to enhance market safety after proposed legislation threatened the prediction market industry.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kalshi and Polymarket ban insider trading as senators look to curb prediction markets

Kalshi and Polymarket implemented new rules to enhance market safety after proposed legislation threatened the prediction market industry.
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fromFortune
1 day ago

Kalshi and Polymarket rush to update their policies after realizing that Congress could destroy them | Fortune

Kalshi and Polymarket implemented new rules to enhance market safety after proposed legislation threatened the prediction market industry.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Kalshi and Polymarket ban insider trading as senators look to curb prediction markets

Kalshi and Polymarket implemented new rules to enhance market safety after proposed legislation threatened the prediction market industry.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Hakeem Jeffries Explains His Strategy to Win the Midterms

Hakeem Jeffries is positioned to potentially become Speaker of the House, leveraging historical trends and a narrow Republican majority.
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fromAxios
2 days ago

Sherrill aims to help shape midterms with new PAC

Sherrill aims to expand her political influence nationally with a new PAC focused on supporting cost-lowering candidates and public service.
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fromABC30 Fresno
1 day ago

California sues Trump to keep shut oil pipeline on Santa Barbara coast

California sued the Trump administration to block the use of emergency authority for restarting an offshore oil operation shut down over a decade ago.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Kalshi says it will crack down on politicians and athletes betting

Kalshi is rolling out a fresh set of guardrails for its sports and political betting markets, introducing measures to preemptively block politicians, athletes, and other relevant people from trading in certain markets.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Trump administration illegally ordered restart of Central Coast oil pipelines, state lawsuit says

The Trump administration ordered the restart of controversial oil pipelines in California, prompting a lawsuit from the state attorney general.
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fromArs Technica
1 day ago

All of DOGE's work could be undone as lawsuit against Musk proceeds

Elon Musk faces a lawsuit for allegedly exceeding his authority as leader of the Department of Government Efficiency without Senate confirmation.
fromReadWrite
1 day ago

Kalshi tightens rules banning insider trading on certain markets

Kalshi is launching new technological guardrails that preemptively block politicians, athletes, and other relevant people from trading in certain politics and sports markets.
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fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Bay Area city government without working phones, email after cyberattack

City officials stated that they are uncertain if sensitive personal data was compromised in the attack, urging individuals who have done business with the city to take steps to protect their data.
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fromThe Verge
1 day ago

John Deere, Garmin, and Philips may have undermined military right to repair

Companies such as John Deere, Garmin, and Philips have collectively spent millions on lobbying efforts related to the National Defense Authorization Act, particularly concerning repair issues.
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fromWausau Pilot & Review
1 day ago

Washington group's spending in Wausau council races dwarfs what local donors can give - Wausau Pilot & Review

A political group has spent over $44,000 on Wausau city council races, significantly influencing local elections with independent expenditures.
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fromKqed
2 days ago

Scott Wiener Passed Laws Making It Easier to Build in California. Can He Do the Same in Congress? | KQED

Wiener is a highly effective California lawmaker known for passing controversial legislation, particularly in housing development.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

This local official thinks he may have the road map for Democrats to win big in 2026

Democrats achieved significant electoral victories in 2025, with Joshua Siegel winning Lehigh County by over 60%.
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

What NY State's Budget Proposals Include to Fight Hunger-And What's Left Out

"While all three proposals include important investments in food access and safety-net programs, there remains a meaningful gap between the scale of need and the resources currently proposed-particularly as federal SNAP support declines and eligibility restrictions tighten," acknowledged Assemblywoman Maritza Davila, Chair of the Social Services Committee, via email.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Swalwell ends Privacy Act case against FHFA, Pulte

Swalwell claimed that Pulte improperly accessed his mortgage records when referring him to the U.S. Department of Justice over allegations of mortgage and tax fraud.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

He Got the Hook': DeSantis Reveals How His Fox News Debate With Newsom Abruptly Ended

Hannity explained that the debate was supposed to run from 9 to 10:30 PM, but it went past that time, leading to Newsom's team pulling him out. DeSantis noted, 'I was just kind of sitting there. I didn't know what to do.'
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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Fitchburg fire chief on paid leave pending external investigation, mayor says

Fitchburg fire chief Dante Suarez is on leave pending an external investigation.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Jason Chaffetz Slams 'Terrible' Markwayne Mullin Hearing

Chaffetz vented that it was an embarrassment for both the Democrats and Republicans, stating, 'They didn't ask him hard questions. It's not this good old boys club!'
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fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Debate in Quincy over funding for new firefighting gear after current gear tests positive for PFAS

The Quincy Firefighters Association Local 792 expressed their disappointment, stating, 'That's negligence, not due diligence. This isn't about politics - this is about doing the right thing and protecting the men and women who go out and protect Quincy every day.'
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fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Hannity Tells Ex-Trump Spox To Sue Restaurant That Booted Her: It's Called Discrimination!'

Sean Hannity encouraged Sarah Huckabee Sanders to sue a restaurant that asked her to leave due to discomfort among employees and guests.
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fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Democrats excluded from USC gubernatorial debate urge rivals to boycott in solidarity

Democratic candidates for governor demand a boycott of a debate due to exclusion of candidates of color based on biased criteria.
#cesar-chavez
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fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

California set to rename Cesar Chavez Day after bombshell rape scandal

California Democrats plan to rename Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day due to serious allegations against Chavez.
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fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

California set to rename Cesar Chavez Day after bombshell rape scandal

California Democrats plan to rename Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day due to serious allegations against Chavez.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

The ROAD to Housing Act passed big, here is what it missed

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act represents bipartisan recognition of a housing affordability crisis impacting the American Dream and political stability.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
5 days ago

The future of FEMA is at stake under the leadership of Markwayne Mullin

The removal of Kristi Noem from DHS raises concerns about FEMA's future leadership and disaster response effectiveness under Markwayne Mullin.
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fromFortune
5 days ago

The U.S. just hit $39 trillion in debt. Here's the constitutional fix that Congress won't touch | Fortune

The U.S. House failed to pass a Balanced Budget Amendment as federal debt surpasses $39 trillion, raising concerns about fiscal responsibility.
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fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The State That Decided to Topple a Political Giant

A North Carolina state senator lost a primary by two votes, highlighting anti-incumbent sentiment and the influence of gambling in politics.
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fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Mountainside meditation sessions. Videotape of the local ballet. Measure K slush fund is ending.

San Mateo County Board of Supervisors eliminated a fund misused for non-essential projects amid significant budget cuts and housing shortages.
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fromHigh Country News
6 days ago

Top Interior official said she wouldn't work on grazing policies. That's not stopping her. - High Country News

Karen Budd-Falen, a rancher and lawyer, has potential conflicts of interest while working on grazing issues at the Interior Department.
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fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Only two Santa Clara County races are competitive - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County's 2024 elections feature several unopposed incumbents, while District Attorney Jeff Rosen and Supervisor Sylvia Arenas face challengers, with political experts noting uncontested races limit voter choice.
SF politics
fromFortune
6 days ago

Trump started a battle with Jerome Powell, but the Fed chairman is winning the war: He won't leave until probe is 'well and truly over' | Fortune

A DOJ investigation into Jerome Powell may paradoxically extend his Federal Reserve tenure beyond Trump's expectations, as Powell refuses to leave until the matter concludes and Senate Banking Committee blocks successor confirmations.
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from48 hills
1 week ago

Race for Congress takes shape-even as Wiener ducks community groups he doesn't like - 48 hills

State Sen. Scott Wiener avoided a congressional candidate forum, revealing a pattern of refusing to engage with audiences that may challenge him, raising concerns about his readiness to represent San Francisco in Congress.
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fromCalifornia Post
6 days ago

YouTuber Nick Shirley decimates Gavin Newsom over fraud: 'enemy to the people of California'

Conservative YouTuber Nick Shirley accused Gov. Gavin Newsom of protecting fraudsters instead of investigating alleged taxpayer program abuse documented in his viral video.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Republican Congressman Turned Independent Now Says He's Open to Caucusing With Dems

Rep. Kevin Kiley switched to Independent status and remains open to caucusing with Democrats if reelected, while currently maintaining Republican caucus membership due to House rules.
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fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

White House Heard Lewandowski Kickback Allegations, Did Nothing

Corey Lewandowski, serving as DHS de facto chief of staff, allegedly sought payments from companies in exchange for help securing DHS contracts, with the Trump administration reportedly aware of these allegations for months.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Trump's Plan for "Energy Dominance" in Alaska Is a Pipe Dream

Alaska's Railbelt faces natural gas shortages by 2027, prompting renewed efforts to build an 807-mile liquified natural gas pipeline from the North Slope to Kenai Peninsula, though the $44 billion project lacks committed buyers and faces skepticism from both supporters and critics.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Bridging the Red-Blue Divide, One Concrete Deed at a Time

Community Works builds trust across partisan divides by organizing nonpolitical community service activities that unite neighbors regardless of political affiliation.
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fromAxios
6 days ago

Mullin scores committee approval to head DHS

Homeland Security Secretary nominee Kristi Noem advanced to a floor vote despite opposition from Sen. Rand Paul and Democratic concerns about her temperament and experience, with the vote splitting largely along party lines.
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fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Border Patrol chief Greg Bovino blasts Newsom on his way out - 'Children working on a pot farm'

Federal agents rescued 14 migrant children from illegal marijuana operations in California, exposing human trafficking and forced labor exploitation.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Sarah Huckabee Sanders Booted From Restaurant By Owner

Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders was asked to leave a Little Rock restaurant after the owner claimed her presence made employees feel threatened.
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fromThe Cipher Brief
6 days ago

China's Military Purges Were Larger Than We Thought

Xi Jinping's military purges since 2022 have removed over half of the PLA's senior officers, exceeding even Mao's purges in scale and reducing China's capacity for complex military operations.
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from48 hills
1 week ago

Plan to 'streamline' commissions faces widespread opposition at supes hearing - 48 hills

Those with power prefer minimal Charter protections to maintain flexibility, while those without power seek Charter protections to preserve their governmental engagement opportunities.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Republicans top California's confounding race for governor, new poll shows

Two Republican candidates lead in California's 2026 gubernatorial race despite the state's Democratic dominance, with Democrats fragmented and uninspired by their crowded candidate field.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Rep. Ro Khanna's anti-elite message fuels Silicon Valley backlash and 2028 buzz

Rep. Ro Khanna is building cross-party coalitions around populist issues like elite accountability and DOJ transparency regarding Jeffrey Epstein documents.
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fromMission Local
1 week ago

S.F. supes plan to ignore vast majority of commission streamlining recommendations

San Francisco supervisors will pursue only non-controversial commission reforms, avoiding politically costly changes despite a streamlining task force report with dozens of recommendations.
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fromKqed
1 week ago

CA Democrats Splintered on Blame Over Gas Prices | KQED

California gas prices spike to $5.50 per gallon following Iran war, triggering political disputes over responsibility between Trump administration and Governor Newsom regarding oil production policies and climate regulations.
#senate-confirmation-hearing
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Markwayne Mullin Sparks Confusion And Concern By Claiming He Had Been on a Secret Trip

Markwayne Mullin, Trump's DHS nominee, claimed classified military training in 2015 but intelligence agencies found no records of such activities, raising credibility concerns during Senate confirmation hearings.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

That's CRAZY!' Rand Paul Twists the Knife Into Unfit' Markwayne Mullin During Scorched Earth Fox News Hit

Senator Rand Paul opposes Markwayne Mullin's DHS nomination due to Mullin's refusal to apologize for endorsing violence against Paul and justifying political violence as acceptable.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Markwayne Mullin's Confirmation Hearing Was the Funniest in Ages-and Might Have a Stunning Outcome

Sen. Markwayne Mullin's DHS secretary nomination faces conflict with Senate Homeland Security Committee chairman Rand Paul, whom Mullin previously called a 'snake' and defended assaulting.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Markwayne Mullin Sparks Confusion And Concern By Claiming He Had Been on a Secret Trip

Markwayne Mullin, Trump's DHS nominee, claimed classified military training in 2015 but intelligence agencies found no records of such activities, raising credibility concerns during Senate confirmation hearings.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

That's CRAZY!' Rand Paul Twists the Knife Into Unfit' Markwayne Mullin During Scorched Earth Fox News Hit

Senator Rand Paul opposes Markwayne Mullin's DHS nomination due to Mullin's refusal to apologize for endorsing violence against Paul and justifying political violence as acceptable.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Markwayne Mullin's Confirmation Hearing Was the Funniest in Ages-and Might Have a Stunning Outcome

Sen. Markwayne Mullin's DHS secretary nomination faces conflict with Senate Homeland Security Committee chairman Rand Paul, whom Mullin previously called a 'snake' and defended assaulting.
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fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Illinois's Next Black Senator Deserves Credit for Her Own Campaign

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, becoming the third Black woman senator and only the sixth in history.
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Does the public comment system have an AI problem?

AI-powered advocacy tools may be generating fake public comments to influence government policy decisions, raising concerns about the authenticity of citizen input in regulatory processes.
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fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Albany Pols Seek Transparency From Insurance Giants As Hochul Pushes Premium Cuts - Streetsblog New York City

New York legislators propose requiring auto insurers to submit detailed financial data to justify rate increases, while Governor Hochul pursues fraud cracking down and compensation limits as alternative approaches.
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fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Pritzker Flexes Political Muscle in Illinois Senate Race

Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton won Illinois's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, virtually securing the seat in the reliably liberal state and validating Governor Pritzker's endorsement.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

California plots return of 7.5 million acres of land and coastal waters to Indigenous tribes

When California became a state in 1850, officials signed 18 treaties setting aside millions of acres for tribal reservations. Congress killed the deals in secret after pressure from state leaders. Many tribes had already moved, trusting the promises. Now California wants to make good.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

GOP Leader Dismisses Rand Paul's Scathing Mullin Takedown on Fox News: These Two Have Some Personal History'

Senate Majority Leader Thune supports DHS nominee Markwayne Mullin despite Senator Rand Paul's concerns about Mullin's anger issues and past comments about violence against Paul.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Rand Paul Confronts Mullin With Footage of His Near-Fight

Sen. Rand Paul confronted Trump's Homeland Security nominee Markwayne Mullin about a 2023 Senate incident where Mullin nearly fought Teamsters President Sean O'Brien, questioning whether physical confrontation exemplifies appropriate leadership.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dick Durbin's Likely Senate Replacement Explains Why She Won't Support Schumer as Leader

Illinois Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton, the Democratic primary winner for Dick Durbin's Senate seat, stated she would not support Chuck Schumer as Senate Democratic leader, citing voter demand for fighters over status quo politicians.
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Who is Daniel Biss, the Democrat who narrowly beat Gen-Z star Kat Abughazaleh in Illinois

A mathematician by training, he earned a Ph.D. from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and later taught at the University of Chicago before entering public office. He served in the Illinois House and Senate from 2011 to 2019, where he built a reputation as a policy-driven progressive focused on campaign finance reform, voting access, and structural changes to government.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

TSA Administrator Warns Airports Might Quite Literally Shutdown' If Callout Rates Continue to Increase

Airports could shut down if Congress fails to fund the Department of Homeland Security, as TSA agents work without pay, causing resignations and high callout rates.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Eliminating a corporate tax break is pitched as a way to make up for federal healthcare cuts

California lawmakers propose repealing a tax break allowing multinational corporations to exclude foreign subsidiary income from state taxation, potentially generating billions in annual revenue.
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