Politics

Politics

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

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Nicușor Dan Sworn in as Romanian President Amid Political Turmoil

Nicușor Dan becomes Romania's president, promising EU reforms and economic stability after past election annulment due to alleged Russian interference.

#romania, #nicusordan, #presidentialelection, #europolitics

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Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Executive Order to Shut Down U.S. Department of Education

Judge blocks Trump's order to dismantle Education Dept, reinstating 1,300 workers; implications for U.S. education oversight.

#politics, #education, #lawsuit, #trump

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President Trump to Impose Significant Tariffs on EU Imports and Foreign Smartphones

Trump announces 50% tariff on EU imports and 25% on foreign smartphones, sparking trade tensions and market declines.

#trump, #tariffs, #trade, #eu, #smartphones

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Trump Signs Executive Orders to Revitalize US Nuclear Energy Sector

President Trump signs orders to boost US nuclear energy, reduce foreign reliance, and impact markets.

#trump, #nuclearenergy, #defenseproductionact, #uranium

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U.S. House Passes Controversial 'One Big Beautiful Bill Act'

The House narrowly approves Trump's bill to extend tax cuts and cut social programs, raising debt concerns.

#politics, #trump, #taxes, #uscongress, #economy

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Mali Junta Dissolves Political Parties as Protests Erupt

Mali's military-led government dissolves political parties, sparking protests and international condemnation.

#mali, #protests, #democracy, #politics, #africa

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Italian Constitutional Court Rulings Impact Reproductive Rights and LGBTQ+ Families

Italian court upholds IVF ban for single women, advances LGBTQ+ parental rights.

#italy, #reproductiverights, #lgbtq, #ivf

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Federal Judge Blocks Trump's Attempt to Dismantle Department of Education

Judge blocks Trump's bid to close the Department of Education; orders reinstatement of 1,300 employees.

#trump, #education, #federalcourt, #uspolitics

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Federal Court Blocks Trump Administration's Attempt to Defund DEI Programs in Public Schools

Judge blocks Trump admin's effort to defund public schools over DEI, igniting national debate.

#education, #law, #diversity, #equity, #inclusion

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Nationwide May Day Protests Against Trump Administration's Policies

On May Day 2025, the 50501 movement led nationwide protests in 50 states against President Trump's policies, uniting diverse groups in defense of democratic values.

#protests, #trumpadministration, #50501movement, #mayday

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Vatican's Role in Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks Remains Uncertain as New Pope Steps In

The Vatican's neutrality could make it a mediator in Russia-Ukraine peace talks, but its role is yet unclear under Pope Leo XIV.

#vatican, #russia, #ukraine, #peacetalks, #popeleoXIV

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DOJ Launches Criminal Probe into Andrew Cuomo's Pandemic Handling

DOJ investigates former Governor Cuomo over COVID-19 nursing home death allegations amid his NYC mayoral campaign.

#andrewcuomo, #covid19, #doj, #newyork, #politics

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Investigation into First Lady Casey DeSantis' Charity Raises Questions of Financial Misconduct

Prosecutors probe Hope Florida Foundation on $10M Medicaid settlement misuse, linked to Casey DeSantis' welfare program.

#florida, #politics, #desantis, #law, #nonprofit

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Hungary Becomes First EU Member to Withdraw from International Criminal Court

Hungary exits ICC, questioning its political neutrality amid criticism and international debate.

#hungary, #icc, #politics, #internationalrelations

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U.S. Senate Moves Forward with GENIUS Act to Regulate Stablecoins

Senate advances GENIUS Act to regulate stablecoins, amid opposition over potential conflicts of interest linked to President Trump's ventures.

#cryptocurrency, #stablecoins, #trump, #uspolitics, #geniusact