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#kemi-badenoch

Kemi gaslights UK with her shadow cabinet while having a laugh | John Crace

The article critiques the appointments in Kemi Badenoch's shadow cabinet, particularly questioning the selection of underqualified individuals.

Kemi Badenoch appoints Chris Philp as shadow home secretary

Kemi Badenoch has established her shadow cabinet with key appointments, emphasizing continuity and strategic selections to navigate current political challenges.

Kemi gaslights UK with her shadow cabinet while having a laugh | John Crace

The article critiques the appointments in Kemi Badenoch's shadow cabinet, particularly questioning the selection of underqualified individuals.

Kemi Badenoch appoints Chris Philp as shadow home secretary

Kemi Badenoch has established her shadow cabinet with key appointments, emphasizing continuity and strategic selections to navigate current political challenges.
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#keir-starmer

Keir Starmer appoints former Blair and Brown aide as his political director

Keir Starmer appointed Claire Reynolds as political director to improve relations within Labour and build upon his women's representation agenda.

Yes, Prime Minister: Macroom's own Morgan McSweeney becomes top aide in 10 Downing Street

An Irishman now serves as the chief of staff in the UK government, emphasizing the evolving political landscape between the UK and Ireland.

Furore over Labour cronies no worse than Tories' in government, allies say

Starmer's government faces backlash for appointing allies to key roles despite anti-cronyism pledges.

Starmer cancels appointment of Gwyn Jenkins as national security adviser

Keir Starmer's decision reflects an intention to appoint more politically loyal individuals to key government positions.

Keir Starmer appoints former Blair and Brown aide as his political director

Keir Starmer appointed Claire Reynolds as political director to improve relations within Labour and build upon his women's representation agenda.

Yes, Prime Minister: Macroom's own Morgan McSweeney becomes top aide in 10 Downing Street

An Irishman now serves as the chief of staff in the UK government, emphasizing the evolving political landscape between the UK and Ireland.

Furore over Labour cronies no worse than Tories' in government, allies say

Starmer's government faces backlash for appointing allies to key roles despite anti-cronyism pledges.

Starmer cancels appointment of Gwyn Jenkins as national security adviser

Keir Starmer's decision reflects an intention to appoint more politically loyal individuals to key government positions.
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Advisers Propose That Trump Give Security Clearances Without F.B.I. Vetting

Trump's advisers recommend bypassing traditional background checks for appointees' security clearances, potentially risking problematic appointments.
#nepotism

Exclusive | Daughter of teachers' union boss Mike Mulgrew has $165K job in city agency under probe

Nepotism concerns arise from Meghan Mulgrew's $165,000 job in the Adams administration, given her father's position as the teachers' union president.

Putin gave a niece with no military experience a key defense job, testing Russian tolerance for nepotism: UK Intel

Putin's appointment of Anna Tsivileva to defense secretary reflects extreme nepotism, raising concerns about governance in Russia.

Exclusive | Daughter of teachers' union boss Mike Mulgrew has $165K job in city agency under probe

Nepotism concerns arise from Meghan Mulgrew's $165,000 job in the Adams administration, given her father's position as the teachers' union president.

Putin gave a niece with no military experience a key defense job, testing Russian tolerance for nepotism: UK Intel

Putin's appointment of Anna Tsivileva to defense secretary reflects extreme nepotism, raising concerns about governance in Russia.
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A North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Warns of a "Dark Day" for Voting Rights in Her State

Justice Allison Riggs condemned the North Carolina Supreme Court's decision to suspend early voting, emphasizing it undermines voters' rights and the integrity of the judiciary.
#civil-service

Project 2025's plan to gut civil service with mass firings: It's like the bad old days of King Henry VIII'

Trump's plans aim to replace federal employees with political appointees, risking the efficiency and fairness of US government services.

Minister defends Labour donor's civil service job

The appointment of Labour donor Ian Corfield to a Treasury role has been defended as appropriate by the government amid accusations of cronyism and hypocrisy.

Project 2025's plan to gut civil service with mass firings: It's like the bad old days of King Henry VIII'

Trump's plans aim to replace federal employees with political appointees, risking the efficiency and fairness of US government services.

Minister defends Labour donor's civil service job

The appointment of Labour donor Ian Corfield to a Treasury role has been defended as appropriate by the government amid accusations of cronyism and hypocrisy.
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Spanish Socialist Teresa Ribera gets top EU role steering climate and antitrust policy

Teresa Ribera will lead Europe's clean transition and antitrust enforcement, emphasizing the EU's commitment to sustainability in the upcoming Commission.

Former Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier named as next French prime minister

Michel Barnier has been appointed as the new French prime minister, aimed at bridging political divides in a divided parliament.

A U.K. Succession Drama: Who Will Be the Next Ambassador to the U.S.?

Karen Pierce's term as ambassador highlights the intersection of personal diplomacy and shifting political landscapes in U.S.-UK relations.

Rudy Giuliani's ex-deputy pleads for NYC's top attorney job in brutal City Council hearing

Randy Mastro passionately pleaded for the position of New York City's top attorney during an intense City Council hearing.
#labour-party

Starmer says he wants 'best people' after cronyism claims

The government is focused on swift recruitment of skilled individuals amidst cronyism accusations. Sir Keir Starmer defends this approach as necessary for effective governance.

Labour challenged on party donor's Treasury role

Appointment of Labour donor Ian Corfield to Treasury role raises concerns over cronyism and political impartiality.
Labour's past accusations of cronyism against the Conservatives come into question with this appointment.

Starmer says he wants 'best people' after cronyism claims

The government is focused on swift recruitment of skilled individuals amidst cronyism accusations. Sir Keir Starmer defends this approach as necessary for effective governance.

Labour challenged on party donor's Treasury role

Appointment of Labour donor Ian Corfield to Treasury role raises concerns over cronyism and political impartiality.
Labour's past accusations of cronyism against the Conservatives come into question with this appointment.
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Former Tory minister Therese Coffey applied for job in Labour government

Therese Coffey applied for the EBRD director role after losing her seat, showcasing her government experience despite ultimately being rejected.
#mayor-eric-adams

Adams' Charter Revision Commission filled with friendly faces

Mayor Eric Adams appointed loyalists and inner circle members to the influential Charter Revision Commission.

Mayor Adams Fills a Key Commission With Allies and Donors

Mayor Eric Adams values loyalty in appointments, choosing allies and donors for key positions in the Charter Revision Commission.

Top Adams admin officials go on attack against City Council advice-and-consent bill | amNewYork

City Council bill aims to expand advising powers over mayoral appointments.

Adams' Charter Revision Commission filled with friendly faces

Mayor Eric Adams appointed loyalists and inner circle members to the influential Charter Revision Commission.

Mayor Adams Fills a Key Commission With Allies and Donors

Mayor Eric Adams values loyalty in appointments, choosing allies and donors for key positions in the Charter Revision Commission.

Top Adams admin officials go on attack against City Council advice-and-consent bill | amNewYork

City Council bill aims to expand advising powers over mayoral appointments.
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Mayor Adams Fills a Key Commission With Allies and Donors

Mayor Eric Adams values loyalty in appointing members to a powerful commission that could reshape city government.

Loyalists, Lapdogs, and Cronies

In a second Trump term, there would be no adults in the room.
The availability of serious, qualified people willing to serve in a Trump administration has dwindled since 2017.

In Europe, we can't help laughing at David Cameron's return but we welcome it too | Helene von Bismarck

David Cameron's appointment could be seen as good news for the UK's allies in Europe and beyond.
Cameron's appointment is considered a better alternative compared to other potential candidates for the role.
Cameron is not as disliked in Europe as Boris Johnson, and his appointment may help improve relationships.
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