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5 days ago

House Ethics Committee orders AOC to pay additional $3,000 for 2021 Met Gala showing

Ocasio-Cortez's conduct was found to violate House rules, requiring her to repay vendors and take responsibility for the violations.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Kaitlan Collins Confronts Tulsi Gabbard to Her Face With Trump Criticisms In Brutal Briefing Exchange

Tulsi Gabbard faced tough questions regarding the timing and motivations behind recent intelligence document releases.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Anchor Grills James Comer On Avoiding Epstein Vote

House Speaker Johnson started the August recess early, potentially to avoid a vote on releasing Epstein Files.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

UK 'can't control what the French police would do' to stop the boats despite being paid millions

We've seen on the beaches and heard about this deal with the French but your pictures show the French police aren't doing much at all.
UK politics
fromRaw Story
1 week ago

'Grand Old Pestilence': Billionaire urges GOP to correct its 'worst mistake'

Michael Bloomberg urges Republican senators to hold Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. accountable for undermining public health.
#trump-administration
fromPoynter
1 week ago
US politics

Trump blames Epstein files on Democrats and Comey but the timeline tells a different story - Poynter

fromThe Nation
2 months ago
US news

Teaching Opportunity

The Trump administration's actions are causing unprecedented chaos and constitutional crises.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago
US news

Trumkmusp

The Trump administration's actions are causing significant turmoil at home and abroad, leading to a demand for resilient journalism.
fromPoynter
1 week ago
US politics

Trump blames Epstein files on Democrats and Comey but the timeline tells a different story - Poynter

US news
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Sh*t Gets Real

The Trump administration's actions are causing unprecedented chaos and repression, and independent journalism is crucial for accountability.
US news
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

Trumkmusp

The Trump administration's actions are causing significant turmoil at home and abroad, leading to a demand for resilient journalism.
fromABA Journal
1 week ago

Public-school students don't have 'supercharged right' to be taught critical race theory, 8th Circuit says

Federal appeals court upholds Arkansas's ban on teaching critical race theory in public schools, ruling students lack a 'supercharged right' to receive such education.
#tulsi-gabbard
#trump
US politics
fromwww.twincities.com
2 months ago

Trump says it's Biden's economy, but businesses and economists beg to differ

Trump claims credit for stock market gains and blames Biden for losses, raising questions about presidential responsibility for economic performance.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Jess Phillips says rebel MPs right to be punished for slagging off own government'

Jess Phillips addressed the issue of Labour MPs who were penalized for opposing welfare reforms. She stated their punishment was self-inflicted due to lack of party discipline.
UK news
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Waffler and coward Josh Hawley runs away - again - from a problem he helped create

Josh Hawley consistently flees from problems he helped create, notably during the Capitol insurrection and the Medicaid cuts he supported.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Benny Johnson Bludgeons Trump for Abysmal' Handling of Epstein Files: So Much' Information Was Brought Up By Trump Himself

Benny Johnson criticized the Trump administration for its handling of the Epstein files, stating it has deeply divided MAGA supporters and fueled calls for resignations from administration officials.
US politics
#donald-trump
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Why Trump's Epic Crypto Corruption Will Go Unpunished

Trump's corruption is unprecedented in American political history, marked by sheer scale and lack of accountability.
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Letters: Barbara Lee's more of the same won't solve Oakland's homeless problem

Barbara Lee's approach to homelessness in Oakland neglects the similarities with neighboring cities.
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Mayor Lurie deserves credit for dropping 1,500-shelter bed pledge. But also grief.

"Fifteen hundred, very quickly," interjected the future mayor, clad in a smart white shirt and thin black tie befitting an Apollo-era NASA technician. "I've given myself six months. It shouldn't take us that long."
San Francisco
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Ed Miliband to tell MPs who reject net zero policies they are betraying future generations

Politicians rejecting net zero policies are betraying future generations according to Ed Miliband's forthcoming climate address.
US politics
fromemptywheel
2 weeks ago

Children Died to Own the Libs - emptywheel

The preventable deaths of children in Kerr County highlight failures in governance prioritizing ideology over life.
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 weeks ago

Swedish PM backs migration minister's decision to stay on despite son's far-right links

Ulf Kristersson supports Migration Minister Forssell amid scrutiny over his son's connections to white supremacist groups.
#independent-journalism
#ted-cruz
fromwww.thelocal.se
3 weeks ago

Swedish migration minister called to testify to parliament about relative's white supremacism links

Johan Forssell was summoned to a parliamentary committee to address questions about a close relative's connections to white power extremism, amid concerns over Sweden's security.
Europe news
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Hochman restored 'normalcy' as L.A.'s top prosecutor. Can it last under Trump?

Hochman seeks to restore stability in L.A. County DA's office after chaotic tenure of Gascón by repealing his policies and emphasizing accountability.
US politics
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Day Around the Bay: Protesters Gather Outside Sam Altman's House

Protesters gathered at Sam Altman's house opposing his support for Trump's Big Beautiful Bill, lacking AI regulations.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Kenya's July 7 protest legacy: 'We reclaimed our voice' DW 07/07/2025

Kenyan protests from the 1990s and the current Gen Z protests share a common demand for better leadership and political accountability.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Washington Post Slams Tulsi Gabbard for Going After Reporter

Gabbard accused Nakashima of harassing ODNI staff, stating she was using a burner phone, refusing to identify herself, and demanding sensitive information.
US politics
fromqns.com
4 weeks ago

Holden: Council failed veterans in NYC budget while increasing immigration spending QNS

Council Member Robert Holden has criticized Council Speaker Adrienne Adams and Finance Chair Justin Brannan for not allocating extra funds for veterans in the FY2026 Budget, despite increased funding for other city services.
NYC politics
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
4 weeks ago

The deadly 'big beautiful' budget bill will turn America into a morgue

Republicans in the Senate passed a bill that severely cuts Medicaid and food stamps, risking health care access for millions of vulnerable Americans.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Greek PM vows to investigate 290m EU farming subsidy fraud scandal

The scheme, which allegedly saw hundreds of applications being made by non-existent owners of pasture and grazing land over a five-year period beginning in 2017, was brought to light by the European public prosecutor's office (EPPO).
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Starmer's promised ethics commission may repackage existing regulators

Labour's new ethics commission may just be a rebranding of existing watchdogs instead of an entirely new body.
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany and COVID-19: What went wrong? DW 06/28/2025

Jens Spahn's procurement decisions during COVID-19 face scrutiny due to high-cost mask orders, with potential financial fallout for Germany and calls for his resignation.
Germany news
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: By electing Tordillos, S.J. District 3 rejects corporate influence

Voter choice in District 3 reflects rejection of corporate influence in politics.
California must act to protect bees by banning harmful pesticides.
Understanding of environmental challenges is crucial for legislative progress.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Europe's leaders have let us down on the Middle East | Letters

"Those of us who still cling to a belief that the actions of democratic countries should be driven by adherence to and promotion of fundamental humanitarian principles have looked on in despair at the impotence of world leaders, which has at times verged on complicity in Israel's and the US's actions."
World politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Serbia's students plan major rally after issuing 'ultimatum' DW 06/25/2025

The protest has the potential to be a turning point as the students demand that the Serbian government asks the president to dissolve parliament for snap elections.
Europe politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

New corruption scandal, same old story? Why Spanish politics keeps failing to clean up its act | Maria Ramirez

Corruption undermines society's trust in leadership and political institutions, requiring a decisive response to restore faith in governance.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Union denies 'targeting' school linked to bins boss

Birmingham Council leader condemns targeting of families in labor disputes.
The union denies intentionally targeting the children of a council member.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: Mike Lee Goes Stone Cold Silent, Flees from Reporter Pressing Him Over MN Shooting Posts

Sen. Mike Lee avoided addressing his controversial posts about a serious shooting, prompting significant public scrutiny.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Louise Casey criticises Tories for politicising her grooming gangs report UK politics live

I'm disappointed by it, to put it mildly. I really hoped and hope still that the report is so clear, it's so straightforward. We need to change some laws.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Louise Casey is right: children must be saved from grooming gangs. But the culture warriors must be ignored | Polly Toynbee

Political negligence and exploitation aggravate the tragedy of grooming gangs.
There is a call for coordinated action on child sexual exploitation.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: The military serves the people, not Donald Trump

The military serves the people and must defend democracy against rising authoritarianism.
#reproductive-rights
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

NYC Mayoral Candidates Trade Shots During Televised Debate

The final mayoral debate featured intense exchanges, particularly targeting Andrew Cuomo's controversial history.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Sen. Padilla and our diminishing democracy are violently slammed to the ground and cuffed by Trump's regime

The violent removal of Sen. Alex Padilla from a press conference exemplifies a troubling disregard for democratic processes and civil discourse.
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Senator Padilla Forcibly Removed From Kristi Noem Press Conference Touting ICE Crackdown

"I'm Senator Alex Padilla. I have questions for the secretary," Padilla says, struggling to speak as he's manhandled.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Imagine What They're Doing to Farm Workers!' Senator Gets Emotional as He Recounts Being Manhandled By Federal Agents at Presser

Sen. Padilla claimed his removal from the press conference was entirely peaceful, despite DHS allegations of inappropriate conduct.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Rep. Salud Carbajal Destroys Hegseth, Demands Resignation

You're not worthy of my attention or my questions. You're an embarrassment to this country. You're unfit to lead... You should just get the hell out.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Senator Fires Back at White House Over Demand He Apologize'

I've said I'm not vouching for the man, Abrego Garcia, the senator said. This is not about him. It is about his constitutional rights.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Bass wasn't the only one deleting texts during the firestorms. Supervisor Barger did too

"Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and L.A. County Supervisor Kathryn Barger are under scrutiny for deleting critical text communications during the January firestorms, raising transparency concerns."
Los Angeles
fromPrivacy International
1 month ago

Summary of an Experts Consultation on Human Rights, Digital Technologies, and Elections

The meeting underscored the dual nature of digital technologies in elections, enhancing access but potentially harming rights and accountability without proper regulation.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene Gets Cornered in Hearing, Insists She's Proud' To Vote for Bill She Trashed Just Yesterday

Rep. Greene expressed regret over a provision in a spending bill banning state regulation of AI for a decade, claiming ignorance of its existence.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Elon Musk Urges Voters to Fire' All Politicians Who Voted For Trump's Budget: Betrayed the American People'

Elon Musk criticizes the GOP's spending bill, calling for political accountability and urging voters to remove those who betrayed American interests.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

It's a love-in at the home affairs committee as Yvette Cooper runs down the clock | John Crace

Current home affairs select committee fails to scrutinize Yvette Cooper as predecessors did.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Commentary: Illinois' Transit Funding Flop Should Be Cautionary Tale for CA - Streetsblog California

Illinois failed to fully fund the RTA, risking severe transit cuts affecting millions, a potential warning for California's future.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

He said he'd ban stock trading in Congress. He's made more than 530 trades since taking office.

Rep. Rob Bresnahan, who pledged to ban stock trading in Congress, has traded securities over 530 times while in office, raising ethics concerns.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Raskin Tells MSNBC's Mohyeldin There is NO Justification' for Terror Like in Boulder, Not Even the War in Gaza

Rep. Jamie Raskin condemns violence and anti-Semitism, emphasizing no justification exists for terror, regardless of ideology.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Former Obama Aide Explodes at Tapper Over Made Up' Biden Scandal: Kissing Up to Right-Wing Media!'

Former Obama aide Johanna Maska dismisses corruption reports surrounding Biden as exaggerated and emphasizes focusing on more significant issues within the Republican agenda.
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Alastair Campbell insists he and Tony Blair didn't lie over Iraq

The importance of quality journalism is emphasized in light of critical social issues.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
France news

France's premier faces questions from an inquiry on a Catholic school abuse scandal

Quality journalism is essential in critical times, relying on donations to maintain coverage and accessibility without paywalls.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

France's premier faces questions from an inquiry on a Catholic school abuse scandal

Quality journalism is essential in critical times, relying on donations to maintain coverage and accessibility without paywalls.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

The week in whoppers: McIver's ICE blame, Abrams' egotistical fantasy and more

Rep. McIver misattributes blame to ICE agents for escalating a confrontation during a protest outside the Newark detention center.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

No assurances that latest delay to new children's hospital will be the last, chief executive warns

The completion of the children's hospital project has been delayed to June 2026 amid ongoing accountability concerns.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Prosecutor seeks dismissal in French government Covid response probe

France's prosecutor general requested dismissal of Covid-19 management case against former officials, including Edouard Philippe.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Jake Tapper Battles Megyn Kelly About His Coverage of Biden

Kelly insisted that the gaffe about Walorski demanded further scrutiny. "You just forgot that Jackie Walorski was dead... You lowered the flags... 13 days before you sat with him."
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

A moment of judgment has come at last: not just for Netanyahu but for his enablers | Owen Jones

Western politicians are increasingly anxious about their complicity regarding the conflict in Gaza, prompting urgent discussions on accountability.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Oncologist who worked with Joe Biden said president should not choose White House doctor

More oversight is needed for the White House physician role, especially following Biden's cancer diagnosis.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Shut the F* Up!' Don Lemon Rages at Media for Continued Biden Hysteria

Lemon criticizes media for focusing on Biden's age while neglecting accountability for Trump.
He insists that ongoing concerns about Biden distract from current issues.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Exclusive | AOC's district saw a 70% crime surge - more than double NYC average: 'She doesn't care'

Crime rates have surged significantly in AOC's district, igniting frustration among residents regarding her leadership and attention to community issues.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Amazon's Behavior Makes Walmart's Earnings Call Look Like a Profile in Courage

Institutions are showing varying levels of accountability and integrity in response to political pressures and the conduct of a recently convicted president.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Tory MP claims 1,100 for purchase of freely available Who's Who books

A Tory MP claimed over £1,100 for Who's Who books despite them being available for free in Parliament.
MP expenses policies allow for claims on certain materials, but the discretion leads to controversial filings.
#campaign-finance
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
NYC politics

Restler, advocates call on CFB to continue looking into Cuomo campaign

Councilmember Lincoln Restler urges the Campaign Finance Board to investigate Andrew Cuomo's campaign for multiple alleged violations.
Restler advocates for closing bundling loopholes in campaign finance rules.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYC pol wants Cuomo cut off from taxpayer funds in mayor campaign: 'Not following the rules'

Council member calls for investigation into Cuomo's campaign financing practices.
Cuomo allegedly violated campaign finance rules according to local officials.
Calls for accountability in political fundraising and public matching funds.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Dems' migrant stunts prove AGAIN they think they're above the law

Democrats struggle with 'no one is above the law' concept while defending illegal immigrants.
Recent actions by Democrats show a disconnect between their rhetoric and practice regarding immigration laws.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

FBI chief Kash Patel turns tables on Democrat accusing him of weaponizing bureau

FBI Director Kash Patel refuted accusations of weaponizing the bureau, asserting that the names in his book are not an enemies list.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

House Democrat Celebrates Scott Bessent Telling Her Peter Navarro Isn't Joining Upcoming Trade Talks: Thank God For That!'

Rep. Nydia Velazquez challenged Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on tariffs negotiations and the lack of transparency.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Chris Cuomo Tears Into Coward' Senator for Bailing on Show at Last Minute: What a Punk Ass Move'

Cuomo blasts Sen. Kennedy for bailing last minute, labeling him a coward and a punk for avoiding public accountability.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Minister 'starts to take women's health seriously'

Jersey's health minister is beginning to prioritize women's health issues, according to the Health and Social Scrutiny Panel head.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Trump Sets His Sights On International Lawyers - See Also - Above the Law

Trump’s actions reflect a troubling trend wherein he consistently undermines the rule of law, raising concerns about the future of legal accountability in America.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Queens politician says Adams mischaracterized chat about bringing ICE to Rikers

"The first person that brought that to me about ... ICE on Rikers was Councilman Holden," Adams said during his weekly "off-topic" press conference.
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago

Briefly Noted Book Reviews

Careless People tracks Facebook's transformation as a political entity, revealing its alarming indifference to user safety and ethical considerations during major global events.
World politics
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

DNC Vice Chair David Hogg's War With His Own Party Heats Up: We Spent 2 BILLION Dollars and Still Lost'

David Hogg's push for primary challengers is causing tension within the Democratic Party, highlighting internal conflicts over the push for change.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Starmer condemned over call for trans women to use male toilets

Sir Keir Starmer's recent comments on trans rights—shifting his stance to define women strictly as adult females—have sparked significant backlash and concern for trans individuals' safety.
UK politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

House Republicans ask DOJ to charge Andrew Cuomo for lying about 'calculated cover-up' of NY nursing home deaths

House Republicans push for criminal charges against Andrew Cuomo for falsely reporting nursing home deaths during COVID-19.
NYC politics
fromAol
3 months ago

NYC pol accused of blocking critics from posting on her social media and dares naysayer to take her to court: 'Not democratic'

Brooklyn Assembly member Emily Gallagher is accused of censoring critics on social media, raising First Amendment concerns.
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