Politics

Politics

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

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Texas Supreme Court Greenlights SWAPA Lawsuit Against Boeing Over 737 MAX Safety Claims

SWAPA's lawsuit against Boeing over 737 MAX safety claims proceeds in Texas court after significant pilot losses post-grounding.

#boeing, #swapa, #737max, #texascourt, #aviation

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Israel Agrees to US-Brokered Ceasefire with Iran Amid Escalating Conflict

Israel accepts US-brokered ceasefire with Iran after 12-day conflict, despite ongoing hostilities. Ceasefire's durability questioned.

#israel, #iran, #ceasefire, #uspolitics, #middleeast

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Trump Administration Rescinds 2001 Roadless Rule for Federal Forest Lands

U.S. rescinds 2001 Roadless Rule, affecting 59 million acres to boost industrial development and mitigate wildfire risks amid environmental opposition.

#politics, #environment, #wildfires, #trumpadministration

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Massive 'No Kings' Protests Sweep Across the U.S. and Beyond

Over five million rally against perceived authoritarian policies in one of the largest demonstrations in U.S. history.

#protests, #trump, #authoritarianism, #democracy, #uspolitics

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Leaked Call Deepens Thailand's Political Crisis Amidst Border Tensions

Thailand's political turmoil escalates as a leaked call between leaders strains relations with Cambodia, affecting coalition stability.

#thailand, #cambodia, #politicalcrisis, #diplomacy, #borderskirmish

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White House Proposes Elimination of Legal Services Corporation in 2026 Budget

The FY 2026 budget proposal seeks to cut funding for the Legal Services Corporation, threatening access to legal aid for low-income Americans.

#legalservices, #lowincome, #budget2026, #whitehouse

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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