Politics

Politics

U.S. and international political developments. Elections, legislation, governance, and foreign policy.

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Trump Federalizes National Guard Amidst Unrest in Los Angeles Over ICE Raids

ICE raids in Los Angeles spark protests; Trump deploys National Guard without state consent, igniting legal and political debates.

#immigration, #ice, #trump, #california, #nationalguard

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Paul Atkins Shifts SEC Towards Deregulation, Withdrawing 14 Proposed Rules

SEC Chair Paul Atkins withdraws 14 proposed rules, marking a deregulatory shift. Industry reacts to changes in climate, crypto, and AI oversight.

#sec, #deregulation, #cryptocurrency, #paulatkins

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Trump Administration's Workforce Reduction Faces Legal Battles and Criticisms

In 2025, Trump's plan to cut 20% of federal jobs sparks legal challenges and raises concerns about public services and employee rights.

#trump, #federalworkforce, #masslayoffs, #elonmusk, #legaltensions

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Hungary's Orbán Intensifies Anti-Ukraine Campaign Ahead of 2026 Elections

Viktor Orbán's anti-Ukraine campaign targets rival Péter Magyar amidst EU concerns over Hungary's democratic trajectory.

#hungary, #orban, #ukraine, #eu, #elections

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Internal Struggles and Leadership Changes Shake the Democratic Party

62% of Democrats call for new leadership, focusing on economic rather than social issues, after recent election defeats.

#democrats, #leadership, #election, #economicissues, #dnc

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Controversial Directive to Rename USNS Harvey Milk Sparks National Debate

Trump administration directs the Navy to rename USNS Harvey Milk, igniting controversy over diversity and historical representation.

#navy, #trumpadministration, #harveymilk, #civilrights

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Federal vs. State: Legal Battle Erupts Over Immigration Raids and Military Deployment in Los Angeles

Immigration raids ignite protests in LA, sparking federal-state legal showdown over National Guard deployment by President Trump.

#immigration, #law, #protests, #federalauthority, #LosAngeles

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Lori Chavez-DeRemer Sworn in as U.S. Secretary of Labor, Bridging GOP Politics and Labor Advocacy

Lori Chavez-DeRemer is confirmed as U.S. Secretary of Labor, blending GOP and labor support.

#labor, #gop, #union, #politics, #chavezderemer

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Judge Blocks Trump Administration from Cutting $32.7 Million in Public Health Funds

A federal judge halts the Trump administration's attempt to rescind $32.7M in public health funds, emphasizing ongoing needs.

#publichealth, #funding, #trumpadministration, #lawsuit

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Federal Judge Blocks State Department Reorganization Plan

Federal judge halts State Department's reorganization plan, requiring Congressional approval for drastic workforce changes and office closures.

#uspolitics, #statedepartment, #foreignpolicy, #workforcerestructuring

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Thai Coalition Collapse: Bhumjaithai Party Exits, Heightening Border Tensions with Cambodia

Bhumjaithai Party's exit from Thailand's ruling coalition escalates political and border tensions with Cambodia, challenging PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra.

#thailand, #coalition, #cambodia, #politicalinstability

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U.S. Senate Passes the GENIUS Act: A Milestone in Stablecoin Regulation

The U.S. Senate approves the GENIUS Act, aiming to regulate stablecoins, boosting market confidence but raising ethical concerns.

#stablecoins, #geniusact, #regulation, #uspolitics, #cryptocurrency

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CBO Analysis: Trump's OBBBA to Increase Deficit by $2.8 Trillion Over Next Decade

CBO projects Trump's proposed tax and spending bill will raise U.S. deficit by $2.8 trillion, sparking political debate.

#uspolitics, #economicpolicy, #taxreform, #federaldeficit

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Federal Court Reinstates Over $1 Billion in NIH Grants Cut by Trump Administration

Judge rules Trump's NIH grant cuts illegal, reinstates $1B funding for diversity and gender identity research.

#nih, #trump, #deifunding, #researchgrants, #uspolitics

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Historic All-Women Gubernatorial Race Unfolds in Virginia

Abigail Spanberger to face Winsome Earle-Sears in Virginia's first all-women governor race, signaling a political shift.

#virginia, #governor, #election, #spanberger, #earlesears