Politics

Politics

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

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50501 Movement Plans Nationwide Events Against Trump Administration

Grassroots protests on April 19 to support marginalized groups across the U.S.

#50501 movement, #protests, #trump administration, #community engagement

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DOJ Files Antitrust Lawsuit to Block UnitedHealth's $3.3 Billion Acquisition of Amedisys

The DOJ sues to block UnitedHealth Group's acquisition of Amedisys, citing reduced competition and higher patient costs.

#antitrust, #doj, #unitedhealth, #acquisitions, #healthcare

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DOJ Enacts Controversial Social Media Policy Under New Deputy Attorney General

The DOJ's new policy restricts employee social media conduct to prevent political bias, sparking free speech concerns.

#doj, #social media, #policy, #todd blanche, #free speech

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President Trump Revokes AI Safety Policies: Executive Order 14179

Trump's Executive Order 14179 focuses on AI leadership and competitiveness, revoking Biden's safety policies to promote innovation.

#ai, #trump, #executive order, #biden, #us politics

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White House Proposal Seeks Major Cuts to NASA's Earth Sciences Budget

Proposed budget cuts aim to slash NASA's Earth Sciences funding by 47%, prompting widespread concern from scientists and lawmakers.

#NASA, #climate research, #budget cuts, #Earth sciences, #space exploration

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Hungary's New Constitutional Amendment Sparks LGBTQ+ Rights Controversy

Hungary's new constitutional amendment restricting LGBTQ+ rights ignites mass protests and international criticism.

#hungary, #lgbtq+, #human rights, #protests, #viktor orbán

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DOJ Implements New Social Media Policy Restricting Employee Activities

The DOJ's new policy curbs employees' social media activities to maintain impartiality, sparking free speech concerns.

#doj, #social media, #policy, #free speech

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President Trump Appointed as Chairman of the Kennedy Center, Sparking Debate

President Trump takes direct control of Kennedy Center, sparking national debate over politics in the arts.

#trump, #kennedy center, #arts and culture, #politics, #governance

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U.S. Temporarily Exempts Electronics from 125% Tariff on Chinese Imports

U.S. exempts electronics from 125% tariff on Chinese imports, easing tech sector strain amid ongoing trade tensions.

#us-china relations, #trade policy, #semiconductor tariffs, #technology, #market impact

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Bipartisan Senators Unveil 'Fix Our Forests Act' to Combat Wildfire Crisis

Senators propose 'Fix Our Forests Act' to reform forest management amidst rising wildfires in the Western U.S.

#wildfires, #forest management, #legislation, #bipartisan, #environment

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Historic Race: Virginia to See First Female Governor in 2025 Election

Virginia's 2025 governor race features female nominees from both major parties, ensuring a historic first female leader.

#virginia, #election, #politics, #gender equality

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Supreme Court Orders Return of Deported Maryland Resident

Supreme Court mandates Trump administration to bring back Kilmar Abrego Garcia, wrongly deported despite legal protections.

#supreme court, #deportation, #trump administration, #immigration, #u.s. politics

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South Korea Court Upholds Impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol

South Korea's Constitutional Court upholds President Yoon's impeachment, leading to his removal and upcoming snap election.

#south korea, #impeachment, #yoon suk yeol, #political turmoil

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Federal Investigation into New Jersey's 'Immigrant Trust Directive' Announced by U.S. Attorney

U.S. Attorney Alina Habba launches probe into New Jersey's immigration policy, reigniting state-federal tensions.

#immigration, #new jersey, #federal investigation, #state policy

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Senator Michael Bennet Enters Colorado Gubernatorial Race with Focus on Defeating 'Trumpism'

Senator Michael Bennet announces candidacy for Colorado governor, pledging to combat 'Trumpism' with a moderate, pro-business approach.

#michael bennet, #colorado, #governor race, #trumpism, #2025 elections