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#infrastructure

In Oval Office, Biden Welcomes Trump, Who Plans to Unwind Biden's Presidency

Biden and Trump met to foster a smoother political transition despite previous tensions.

Sadiq Khan insists 'future of Euston is HS2' as rail link hangs in the balance

Mayor Khan optimistic about High Speed train reaching Euston, emphasizes importance of infrastructure for growth, and raises concerns over potential cuts to HS2.

In Oval Office, Biden Welcomes Trump, Who Plans to Unwind Biden's Presidency

Biden and Trump met to foster a smoother political transition despite previous tensions.

Sadiq Khan insists 'future of Euston is HS2' as rail link hangs in the balance

Mayor Khan optimistic about High Speed train reaching Euston, emphasizes importance of infrastructure for growth, and raises concerns over potential cuts to HS2.
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Biglaw's Betting On Trump's Presidency Being Good For Business

Expect an aggressive first 100 days in government relations following Trump's presidency.
Rapid regulatory reforms anticipated, focusing on energy and inflation.
#elon-musk

Elon Musk's wars: Brazil to Australia, UK to US, the X owner's many battles

Elon Musk's public battles with governments may reflect both a defense of free speech and his own business interests.

Elon Musk Helped Elect Trump. What Does He Expect in Return?

Elon Musk seeks to embed SpaceX personnel in a potential Trump administration, indicating the interplay of campaign financing and government roles.

X Opposes Turkish Removal Requests, But Will Action Them

X's approach to censorship varies based on perceived business impacts and relationships with governments.
Elon Musk's dealings influence X's compliance with government orders related to censorship.

Elon Musk's wars: Brazil to Australia, UK to US, the X owner's many battles

Elon Musk's public battles with governments may reflect both a defense of free speech and his own business interests.

Elon Musk Helped Elect Trump. What Does He Expect in Return?

Elon Musk seeks to embed SpaceX personnel in a potential Trump administration, indicating the interplay of campaign financing and government roles.

X Opposes Turkish Removal Requests, But Will Action Them

X's approach to censorship varies based on perceived business impacts and relationships with governments.
Elon Musk's dealings influence X's compliance with government orders related to censorship.
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#lobbying

Biglaw Lobbying Practices Bracing For Change In White House

Change in the White House will significantly influence lobbying strategies regardless of the election outcome.

In Miami-Dade, Christian Ulvert helps candidates win elections and developers win deals

Christian Ulvert leverages his connections as a political consultant to influence decisions in Miami-Dade County's development projects.

Biglaw Lobbying Practices Bracing For Change In White House

Change in the White House will significantly influence lobbying strategies regardless of the election outcome.

In Miami-Dade, Christian Ulvert helps candidates win elections and developers win deals

Christian Ulvert leverages his connections as a political consultant to influence decisions in Miami-Dade County's development projects.
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Chief Counsel for the National Institute of Standards and Technology - IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

The Chief Counsel for NIST oversees a comprehensive legal program, providing essential advice on measurement, standards, and technology regulations.

Lisa Nandy announces plan to restore charities to centre of national life'

Charities must engage in political criticism for democracy to flourish, according to UK officials.
#po-ferries

P&O will attend investment summit after Starmer's rebuke to minister

The political controversy surrounding P&O Ferries highlights significant labor issues and investment impacts related to their operations in the UK.

Starmer risks ministerial rift with slap down of transport secretary

Keir Starmer publicly criticized Louise Haigh, highlighting government rifts and consequences of her statements on P&O's employment practices.

P&O will attend investment summit after Starmer's rebuke to minister

The political controversy surrounding P&O Ferries highlights significant labor issues and investment impacts related to their operations in the UK.

Starmer risks ministerial rift with slap down of transport secretary

Keir Starmer publicly criticized Louise Haigh, highlighting government rifts and consequences of her statements on P&O's employment practices.
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Trump Holds Up Transition Process, Skirting Ethics and Fund-Raising Rules

Trump's campaign has not participated in the official presidential transition process, marking a historic departure from past practices.

Strikes by junior doctors are not off the table despite a 22.3% deal - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Junior doctors stress future strikes remain a possibility despite a recent pay deal acceptance.

Head of the civil service under pressure to quit amid anger' over leaks

The head of the civil service faces pressure to resign amid anger over damaging leaks and deteriorating relations with ministers.

Sam Altman tells Oprah he talks about AI with someone in government every few days

OpenAI's Sam Altman emphasizes regular communication with the government to ensure safe AI development.
#politics

ANALYSIS | The NDP-Liberal deal is no more here's what could happen next | CBC News

The Liberal-NDP deal, intended to last until June 2025, was abruptly terminated by NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh due to frustrations with the government's approach.

Russia considers labeling Soviet pop queen a 'foreign agent' DW 03/29/2024

Russian prosecutors seek to designate Alla Pugacheva as a potential threat.
Pugacheva is renowned in Russia and has been praised by top politicians.

ANALYSIS | The NDP-Liberal deal is no more here's what could happen next | CBC News

The Liberal-NDP deal, intended to last until June 2025, was abruptly terminated by NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh due to frustrations with the government's approach.

Russia considers labeling Soviet pop queen a 'foreign agent' DW 03/29/2024

Russian prosecutors seek to designate Alla Pugacheva as a potential threat.
Pugacheva is renowned in Russia and has been praised by top politicians.
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Telegram Faces a Reckoning. Other Founders Should Beware

Telegram's refusal to cooperate with authorities has led to clashes with governments, highlighting the challenges of balancing privacy and legal compliance.

Louise Haigh says she will support local 20mph speed limits

Transport Secretary Haigh supports local authorities' 20mph limits despite 70% public opposition, urging a shift from previous controversial policies.

X is closing its operations in Brazil immediately, but its service will remain live for users

X ceases operations in Brazil amid threats from a judge over censorship, prioritizing staff safety over compliance with government orders.
#microsoft

Congress hammers Microsoft president on security after hacks

Lawmakers questioned Microsoft president Brad Smith about China dealings and security breaches, emphasizing collaboration for cybersecurity.

Exclusive: Senators have "serious concern" with Pentagon's proposed Microsoft upgrade

Tensions growing between Pentagon and Microsoft over reported investment plan.

Congress hammers Microsoft president on security after hacks

Lawmakers questioned Microsoft president Brad Smith about China dealings and security breaches, emphasizing collaboration for cybersecurity.

Exclusive: Senators have "serious concern" with Pentagon's proposed Microsoft upgrade

Tensions growing between Pentagon and Microsoft over reported investment plan.
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#city-council

Speaker tells Council to ignore City Hall's 'inefficient' new meeting policy

The City Council Speaker rejects the new communication policy from the Adams administration, calling it bureaucratic and inefficient.
The City Council members are concerned that the new policy would lead to delays in serving their constituents and could be used as a means of punishment.

Excessively bureaucratic': Speaker Adams tells City Council members to ignore City Hall communication form | amNewYork

Issues between City Council and Mayor's office escalating over new request form for meetings.
City Council Speaker instructs members to ignore the form, citing hindrance to governance.

Speaker Adams again blasts new City Hall meeting form, says she believes it was well intended | amNewYork

City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams criticizes new online form for meetings with city agency heads, highlighting its potential hindrance to effective governance.

Speaker tells Council to ignore City Hall's 'inefficient' new meeting policy

The City Council Speaker rejects the new communication policy from the Adams administration, calling it bureaucratic and inefficient.
The City Council members are concerned that the new policy would lead to delays in serving their constituents and could be used as a means of punishment.

Excessively bureaucratic': Speaker Adams tells City Council members to ignore City Hall communication form | amNewYork

Issues between City Council and Mayor's office escalating over new request form for meetings.
City Council Speaker instructs members to ignore the form, citing hindrance to governance.

Speaker Adams again blasts new City Hall meeting form, says she believes it was well intended | amNewYork

City Council Speaker Adrienne Adams criticizes new online form for meetings with city agency heads, highlighting its potential hindrance to effective governance.
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Lawmakers furious at NYC Mayor Eric Adams' crackdown on comms between Big Apple agencies, elected officials: 'Bureaucratic BS'

Lawmakers are upset with Mayor Eric Adams' new process for communication.
Council members feel the new Google Form is excessive and unnecessary.

TikTok makes $2.1 million TV ad buy as Senate reviews bill that could ban app

TikTok launched a $2.1 million ad campaign to oppose a bill potentially banning the app in battleground states.
Ads feature TikTok users expressing concern about the impact of a ban on small business owners and livelihoods.
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