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Law
fromPadailypost
1 hour ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
SF politics
fromAxios
7 hours ago

Congress reaches the breaking point on its ethics crisis

Lawmakers are frustrated with the slow pace of the Ethics panel and are considering forcing expulsion votes.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
13 hours ago

State Police Lt. who oversaw Karen Read investigation retires

Brian Tully, who oversaw the controversial Karen Read murder investigation, has retired from the Massachusetts State Police.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
16 hours ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Carmen De La Rosa

Carmen De La Rosa focuses on housing, technology access, and senior support in her role as a New York City Council Member.
#ai-governance
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago
Philosophy

The Naughty AI President: A New Age of Governance

AI governance may create a ruler that learns to manipulate systems rather than simply follow them.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Clark Howard Says Congress Passed a Law That Specifically Punished People for Giving Money to Charity

The law did not eliminate the charitable deduction in name. It rendered it functionally useless for anyone who does not already have enough deductions to clear the standard deduction threshold on their own.
Fundraising
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

What bets are lawmakers and staffers making on prediction markets? They're not required to tell us.

Federal officials must disclose stock trades, but prediction market trades lack similar transparency, raising concerns about insider trading.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Admin Seeks Sweeping Access to Federal Workers' Health Records

The Trump administration seeks access to detailed medical records of federal workers and retirees, raising concerns about privacy and data security.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: On the blight side, a stroll around City Hall provokes the question: Can't we do better?

The Frank Putnam Flint fountain symbolizes neglect and failed leadership in Los Angeles, raising concerns about city maintenance and public space care.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Opinion: How to convince voters to raise taxes? Cry wolf

Bay Area leaders are using fear tactics to push for a half-cent sales tax increase for mass transit, framing it as a citizen initiative.
#bribery-investigation
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
3 days ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
4 days ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
Brooklyn
fromThe Haitian Times
3 days ago

NYC council member, Hochul aide rally as supporters decry federal bribery probe

A New York City Council member and her sister are under federal investigation for potential bribery related to migrant shelter contracts, but have not been charged.
Brooklyn
fromNewsday
4 days ago

NYC Council member, Hochul aide rally with supporters to decry federal bribery probe

A federal bribery investigation is examining potential misconduct involving a New York City Council member and her sister, an aide to the governor.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

How thousands of sensitive LAPD files got leaked online - and what happens next

The hacking group appears to have exploited vulnerabilities in a system used by the Los Angeles city attorney's office, enabling the group to make off with nearly 340,000 files.
Los Angeles
#telework
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
5 days ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

Exclusive | Fight brewing as controversial bill to let California state workers stay remote advances

California may adopt permanent telework for state employees, pending legislative approval and potential gubernatorial veto.
SF politics
fromSacramento Bee
5 days ago

California Assembly committee gives initial OK to state employee telework bill

Assembly Bill 1729 aims to protect California state workers' telework options and suspend the governor's return-to-office order.
New York City
fromNewsmax
4 days ago

Mamdani Says He Will Overrule Police Commissioner If Needed

Mayor Mamdani asserts ultimate authority over NYC policing policy, prepared to overrule Police Commissioner Tisch if necessary.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Oakland fired its Human Services director after just 5 months

Dr. Jason Lester was terminated from his role as head of Oakland's Human Services Department after five months due to conflicts with city officials.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

A quick guide to the Oakland charter reform debate

Oakland voters may restructure city government in November, focusing on charter reform proposals that concentrate power in the mayor's office or strengthen the City Council.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
4 days ago

Oakland fired its Human Services director after just 5 months

Dr. Jason Lester was terminated from his role as head of Oakland's Human Services Department after five months due to conflicts with city officials.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

A quick guide to the Oakland charter reform debate

Oakland voters may restructure city government in November, focusing on charter reform proposals that concentrate power in the mayor's office or strengthen the City Council.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
4 days ago

A small city just voted on AI and the result could ripple nationwide

Port Washington voters passed a measure requiring community approval for future data centers, reflecting local opposition to big tech's expansion plans.
#trump
Left-wing politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Silicon Valley lawmakers want Trump removed under 25th Amendment - San Jose Spotlight

Trump's threats against Iran were followed by a ceasefire, prompting calls for his removal under the 25th Amendment from Silicon Valley lawmakers.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

DOJ Says Laws Congress Passed to Prevent Another Nixon Don't Apply to Trump

Trump's DOJ claims presidential records don't need public sharing, undermining the Presidential Records Act and allowing potential misuse of documents.
Marketing
fromForbes
6 days ago

How To Serve Clients Amid Board Scrutiny And Investor Activism

Agency conversations with executives now focus on measurable business impact rather than just creative output.
Data science
fromTheregister
5 days ago

UK National Data Library plan needs work, study finds

The UK's National Data Library needs improved dataset accessibility to support AI development and meaningful analysis.
US Elections
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

At L.A. 'shadow hearing' on elections, House Democrats join experts to defend voting systems

House Democrats express confidence in voting systems, rejecting Trump administration's fraud claims and opposing voter ID laws that could disenfranchise millions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
12 hours ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
fromTheregister
17 hours ago

Veterans Affairs software licensing under fire in GAO report

The VA identified its five most widely used software vendors with the highest quantity of licenses installed, but faced challenges in determining whether it was purchasing too many or too few of these software licenses.
Non-profit organizations
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Mamdani confirms probe of probation chief after lawsuit alleges firing over DOI complaint tied to alleged relationship

Allegations against probation commissioner Sharun Goodwin are under investigation following a lawsuit from a former investigator claiming wrongful termination.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Man speaking against data center arrested at Imperial County board meeting as tensions flare nationwide

High-tech data center controversy leads to arrest of a protester at a county meeting in Imperial County.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Op-Ed | How to succeed in an AI world: Tips to navigate the new top priority for legislators nationwide | amNewYork

Lawmakers are rapidly introducing AI regulations, focusing on communication roles to effectively explain AI's impact and ensure trust and accountability.
fromFortune
4 days ago

'This utter lack of communication and consultation flies in the face of federal law': states push against immigration detention plans | Fortune

ICE purchased a 418,000-square-foot warehouse in Surprise, Arizona, for $70 million, with plans for a processing site capable of handling 1,000 to 1,500 immigrants daily.
US politics
Healthcare
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

Trump admin makes sweeping request for medical records of federal workers

The Trump administration plans to collect sensitive medical records from millions of federal workers and retirees, raising legal and health policy concerns.
Mission District
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 days ago

Divided San Jose council approves police housing preference - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose Police Department personnel will receive priority in a new housing program, despite criticism regarding fairness to other city workers.
#new-york
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Poll gives Mamdani a mixed report card as he approaches 100 days in office

Just under half of New Yorkers approve of Mayor Mamdani's performance after three months, with 74% believing he works hard.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Op-Ed | It's time to modernize SEQRA to ensure responsible development

Vacant office spaces in Midtown could be transformed into thousands of apartments, addressing housing shortages and environmental concerns.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Poll gives Mamdani a mixed report card as he approaches 100 days in office

Just under half of New Yorkers approve of Mayor Mamdani's performance after three months, with 74% believing he works hard.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
6 days ago

Here's a Look at the Tax Payments and Reported Incomes of Top Governor Candidates

Tom Steyer reported a total income of $39 million in 2024, surpassing all his major opponents combined.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 before expiration

Former national security officials urge Congress to renew Section 702 of the FISA before it expires, emphasizing its importance for national security.
fromAllthingssmitty
2 weeks ago

You probably don't need to lift state - Matt Smith

Keep state as close as possible to where it's actually used. Lift it when multiple components need it or you need to coordinate behavior between components.
React
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Friday Morning Constitutional: Democrats Holding 'Shadow Hearings' on Election Shenanigans

Democrats are holding events to educate the public on election integrity amid concerns over election meddling.
NYC politics
fromPolitics NY
5 days ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with Council Member Gale Brewer

Gale Brewer focuses on affordable housing, public safety, and community services to improve constituents' daily lives in New York City.
fromNextgov.com
2 weeks ago

Agency data leads worry about staff capacity to tackle statutory requirements, survey finds

Among the 189 CDO and other data leader respondents to the annual survey conducted by the nonprofit, nonpartisan Data Foundation, about 40% said they had lost six or more employees last year.
EU data protection
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
SF politics
from48 hills
4 days ago

Why is the City Attorney's Office 'investigating' a leaked document? It's unprecedented and alarming - 48 hills

Confidential leaks are integral to democracy, despite attempts by politicians to control information.
#presidential-records-act
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Sued by Watchdog Groups to Preserve Official Records

Watchdog groups are suing Trump to enforce compliance with the Presidential Records Act, which the Justice Department claims is unconstitutional.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Sued by Watchdog Groups to Preserve Official Records

Watchdog groups are suing Trump to enforce compliance with the Presidential Records Act, which the Justice Department claims is unconstitutional.
Non-profit organizations
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Florida's budget stalemate takes on Cherfilius-McCormick probe-related twist

Cherfilus-McCormick's funding requests for a tablet program raised concerns about potential violations and connections to for-profit entities.
Law
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
fromKqed
1 week ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Health care sales tax campaign under investigation

The FPPC wants to know if county government funds were used on Measure A campaign mailers, following complaints from the Silicon Valley Taxpayers Association and Libertarian Party of Santa Clara County.
SF politics
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Bondi House Testimony Likely Delayed as DOJ Claims Subpoena No Longer Applies

Pam Bondi will not testify before the House Oversight Committee due to her recent firing as Attorney General.
fromInvestigative Post
1 week ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
SF parents
fromPadailypost
4 weeks ago

School district investigated one of its own board members - few knew of investigation

Palo Alto Unified School District investigated board member Rowena Chiu for racism allegations following a January 2025 Ethnic Studies meeting, and Chiu claims vindication while questioning the investigation's cost and lack of public disclosure.
#california
California
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Want government records? This California lawmaker wants you to pay more for them

California lawmakers propose fees for public records requests to manage resource strain on agencies.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
6 days ago

Santa Clara County faces state investigation for Measure A mailers - San Jose Spotlight

California's FPPC investigates Santa Clara County for allegedly using public funds to promote a sales tax increase for hospitals.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Did Trump cuts slow access to public records? We found 26 cases that say yes.

Federal workforce reductions have severely impaired agencies' ability to comply with Freedom of Information Act requests, with at least 13 agencies citing staffing cuts as reasons for missing FOIA deadlines in court.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
2 weeks ago

NYC Council launches public dashboards for budget expenses, projected revenue

The city council launched public budget dashboards to enhance transparency in budget expenses and revenue expectations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

The Judiciary Is Still Unaccountable, And This Congress Won't Fix It - Above the Law

The Judiciary Accountability Act aims to extend anti-discrimination protections to judiciary employees, promoting transparency and accountability in the judicial system.
fromJezebel
6 days ago

It Might Be Congressional Expulsion Season, on Both Sides of the Aisle

Gonzales has been in hot water on Capitol Hill for a while, after repeatedly denying and then admitting he was lying about an affair with a married staffer who later committed suicide in exceedingly grisly and tragic fashion.
SF politics
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

NYC BUDGET: City Hall approves first round of savings after Mamdani told agencies to tighten belts | amNewYork

Mayor Zohran Mamdani's administration identified over $1.7 billion in savings to address NYC's budget gap through various efficiency measures.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Secrecy, Democracy, Necessity

Executive officials justify secrecy through claims of protecting decision-making integrity and national security, but such necessity arguments alone cannot legitimize secret governance in democracies.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 weeks 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.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
1 month ago

Mamdani pledged a 'culture of transparency.' But he's not ready to hand over these gov't records.

Mayor Mamdani promised transparency and accountability but delayed releasing AI program records, citing FOIL request backlogs similar to his predecessor's approach.
US politics
fromemptywheel
3 weeks ago

Accountability - emptywheel

Accountability for Trump and his administration is essential to prevent him from scapegoating Muslims for failures resulting from his Iran conflict decisions.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: Fight over gate raises questions of government service

The spat over 1,000 feet of Morrison Canyon Road reflects a question that applies at all levels of government: Do elected officials serve voters broadly or a few wealthy donors? The current issue is whether Fremont controls the road that the Alameda County Board of Supervisors ceded to Christopher George, who has now blocked access with a gate. But it is part of a longer battle that has included the board considering George's request for the land after his company
East Bay real estate
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Accountability In An Age Of Unaccountability - Above the Law

Legal system turmoil: arrests, Epstein file fallout, judicial misconduct, and mounting ethical breaches requiring disbarment of dishonest administration lawyers.
#local-government
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Purge the Public Servants

In this new season, I'm asking how the Trump White House is rewriting the rules of U.S. politics, and talking to Americans whose lives have been changed as a result. Today's episode examines the destruction of the civil service: the removal of professionals, and their replacement with loyalists. I've seen this kind of transformation before, in other failing democracies. Everyone suffers from the degradation of public services.
US politics
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Charter Reform Commission, L.A. City Council look to impose transparency rules

Los Angeles City Council passed an ordinance requiring Charter Reform Commission members to disclose private communications with elected officials and staff to boost transparency.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Civilian police oversight panels need clear authority

Clear, legally aligned authority and operational independence are necessary for durable civilian police oversight; Gen Z faces an affordability crisis undermining financial stability.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

White House Orders Federal Funding Probe Focused Almost Entirely on Dem States

The OMB is reviewing federal funding in predominantly Democratic-led states to identify alleged fraud and potentially limit federal aid.
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