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US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
11 hours ago

This Is Not a Real Hearing': Congressman Kicks Off Roundtable by Announcing Democrats Are Boycotting

Democratic members of the House Oversight Committee boycotted a roundtable, deeming it not a real hearing due to lack of rules and accountability.
#ethics-committee
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
3 hours ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
SF politics
fromPOLITICO
3 hours ago

The House Ethics Committee is at a crossroads. Members say they're ready to make some changes.

The Ethics Committee is criticized for its slow pace and lack of resources, impacting its ability to address misconduct cases effectively.
SF politics
fromAxios
1 day ago

House barrels toward rare double expulsion votes

Cherfilus-McCormick was found guilty of funneling COVID relief funds to her campaign, while Mills faces multiple allegations including financial misconduct.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 hours ago

Attorney General Says He Hasn't Even Read Damning Report About Subordinate Kash Patel: Next Question'

FBI Director Kash Patel was mistakenly reported as fired due to a technical issue, leading to controversy over his conduct and a defamation lawsuit.
Healthcare
fromMedCity News
6 days ago

New Bill Seeks to Lower Out-of-Pocket Drug Costs - MedCity News

The Every Dollar Counts Act aims to apply out-of-pocket costs for prescription drugs toward patients' deductibles, regardless of purchase method.
US Elections
fromThe Nation
17 hours ago

We Are About to Miss the Opportunity of a Lifetime

2026 and 2028 can initiate transformational change if anger is channeled into a clear vision and goals.
fromIntelligencer
1 day ago

Where The Democratic Party Goes After AIPAC

Israel's killing of over 75,000 Palestinians, as well as its role in the Iran War, has led to a steep drop in popularity among Democratic voters, and increasingly among lawmakers as well.
Left-wing politics
fromPolitics NY
1 day ago

Inside Government with PoliticsNY: A Q&A with New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin

To address the affordability crisis, we must be proactive and bold in building more affordable housing, lowering skyrocketing health care costs, and enacting universal childcare.
NYC politics
Higher education
fromPoynter
1 day ago

As statehouse coverage shrinks, student journalists are stepping in to fill the void - Poynter

Student journalists at Franklin College cover the Indiana General Assembly, gaining real-world experience and filling gaps in legislative coverage.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
1 day ago

US Lawmakers Urged to Advance CLARITY Act as Digital Chamber Pushes Senate Markup

The Digital Chamber urges Senate leaders to advance digital asset legislation to avoid stalling momentum for clearer oversight.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.20.26 - Above the Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket reflects John Roberts' prioritization of personal interests over legal precedent.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Data center disputes have been local. But the midterms might change that

Data centers are crucial for economic growth but face community opposition due to environmental and cost concerns.
#surveillance
fromWIRED
5 days ago
Privacy professionals

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Senate passes 10-day FISA extension after House revolt sinks long-term deal

The Senate approved a 10-day extension of a key surveillance power, allowing more time for negotiations on reforms to the spying program.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US Congress extends controversial surveillance power under FISA for 10 days

The US Congress has temporarily extended a controversial surveillance law allowing intelligence agencies to collect foreign data, including interactions with US citizens.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
4 days ago

House Republicans blame White House for Hill FISA mess

House ultraconservatives blocked Trump's plan for an 18-month extension of warrantless surveillance without reforms, blaming the White House for delays.
Privacy professionals
fromWIRED
5 days ago

Congress Turns Up Pressure on DHS Over Palantir's Role in Immigration Crackdown

Members of Congress demand DHS and ICE disclose details on surveillance tools used in immigration enforcement.
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

Senate Extends Surveillance Powers Until April 30 After Chaotic Votes in House

The Senate approved a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program until April 30 amid political challenges and privacy concerns.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

House passes 10-day FISA extension after prospects of long-term deal collapse

The House passed a 10-day extension of a U.S. surveillance program amid GOP divisions, delaying a longer-term renewal effort.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

GOP Senator Argues His Party Deserves to Lose the Majority: We've Gotten One Bill Passed'

Sen. Tommy Tuberville criticized Republicans for failing to maintain their majority in Congress and highlighted issues affecting rural communities.
Relationships
fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Why U.S. Politics Looks Like a Bad Marriage

Political discourse has shifted to personal attacks, resembling damaging communication patterns that threaten the unity of the country.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
4 days ago

Scoop: Bessent and Wiles met Anthropic's Amodei in sign of thaw

The White House meeting with Anthropic aimed to address AI technology challenges and explore collaboration opportunities.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Law Professors Argue Abandoning The Diversity Rule Will Hurt The ABA's Reputation - Above the Law

The American Bar Association faces pressure to eliminate its diversity accreditation requirement amid ongoing debates about racial equity in legal education.
Privacy technologies
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

438 Experts Said Age Verification Is Dangerous. Legislators Are Moving Forward With It Anyway. - Above the Law

Age verification mandates for the internet are technically flawed, threaten privacy, and may cause more harm than good, according to 438 researchers from 32 countries.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

House Democrat Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns amid ethics investigation

Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick resigns after ethics violations and a federal indictment for misusing disaster funds.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 hours ago

That is False': Ace Reporter Hammers Senate Dem For Wrongly Using His Reporting At Hearing

Sen. Ruben Gallego misrepresented Trump's comments about Kevin Warsh's commitment to interest rate cuts during a confirmation hearing.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The 'Weaponization Working Group' Makes Its First Move

The Weaponization Working Group's report claims prosecutorial abuse under Biden but reveals little evidence of actual weaponization against pro-life Americans.
#donald-trump
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

AOC Says She Wants Trump on the Golf Course: Keep Him Out of Consequential Decisions'

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez prefers Trump on the golf course rather than in the White House, questioning his fitness for presidency under the 25th Amendment.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Political pragmatism is not a moral failing. It may be the only thing that can save us. - LGBTQ Nation

US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

AOC Says She Wants Trump on the Golf Course: Keep Him Out of Consequential Decisions'

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez prefers Trump on the golf course rather than in the White House, questioning his fitness for presidency under the 25th Amendment.
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 months ago
US politics

Political pragmatism is not a moral failing. It may be the only thing that can save us. - LGBTQ Nation

Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Millions of Americans continue to lack meaningful access to justice. What can be done about it?

Millions of Americans face legal challenges without access to affordable legal assistance, highlighting a significant justice gap.
Healthcare
fromNextgov.com
4 days ago

Tech bills of the week: Improving maternal health; Expanding access for disabled Americans; and more

The Tech to Save Moms Act aims to improve maternal health outcomes through enhanced telehealth services and technology access for expecting mothers.
US news
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Polymarket and Kalshi are up against a united Congress as D.C. steps up scrutiny of prediction markets

Prediction markets face scrutiny over ethical concerns, particularly regarding betting on life-and-death situations involving service members.
San Francisco
fromPadailypost
1 week 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.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
fromCornell Chronicle
6 days ago

Talk to explore politics behind the Inflation Reduction Act | Cornell Chronicle

Stokes will deliver a talk, 'The Carbon Wave: A Story of Democracy, Parenthood, and the Race to Protect Our Planet,' recounting the passage of the legislation through the perspectives of three new parents.
Higher education
Left-wing politics
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Democrats Warned Not to Upset Multi-Million Dollar AI Lobbyists, Even Though It'd Be a Slam Dunk With Voters

The Democratic party's strategy to appeal to conservative voters failed, leading to criticism of prioritizing donors over constituents.
Law
fromNebraska Examiner
4 days ago

Nebraska Supreme Court sides with Pillen order on remote work, state bargaining * Nebraska Examiner

The Nebraska Supreme Court ruled that state officials can refuse to negotiate with a union over remote work limitations.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 hours ago

Dozens of US lawmakers have been accused of sexual harassment, study finds

Fifty-three allegations of workplace sexual harassment have been made against at least 30 lawmakers in Congress over the past two decades.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

Opinion: Corporate Democrats Who Refuse to Tax the Rich Are Protecting Their Donors. Vote Them Out.

New leaders are needed to advocate for working people and reform New York's inequitable tax system.
US politics
fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence
2 days ago

Trump's campaign to preempt state AI regulation faces resistance from states and Congress alike

The Trump administration is actively working to prevent state regulation of AI, while states are increasingly introducing their own legislation.
fromThe Nation
3 days ago

Drowning Out the Noise

On the morning of the Unite the Right rally, I lumbered down the staircase of a Catskills Airbnb rented for a bachelor party to learn that only hours before, a gang of white nationalists stormed the University of Virginia campus wielding Tiki torches and chanting, 'Jews will not replace us.'
Left-wing politics
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
4 hours ago

Transportation celebrates air traffic control modernization, asks lawmakers for more funding

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy seeks additional funding to modernize the U.S. air traffic control system, aiming for completion before President Trump leaves office.
US Elections
fromNature
6 days ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
#fisa
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
6 days ago

House readies vote to renew FISA 702 without a warrant amendment

The House is set to reauthorize Section 702 of the FISA without a warrant requirement, despite concerns over privacy and Fourth Amendment rights.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

House approves short-term extension of surveillance law in blow to Republicans' long-term plan US politics live

The House voted to extend Section 702 of FISA, allowing warrantless surveillance until April 30, despite bipartisan opposition to longer renewals.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

House extends surveillance powers for 10 days

The House voted to extend a controversial surveillance program, FISA 702, until April 30 amid ongoing debates about privacy and national security.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

40 Out of 47 Democratic Senators Just Voted to Block Arms Sales to Israel

A record number of Senators supported resolutions to block military sales to Israel, reflecting a shift in accountability for U.S. foreign policy.
#sexual-misconduct
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

AOC, Boebert join calls for sexual misconduct accountability in Congress

Lawmakers from both parties demand accountability for sexual misconduct in Congress following recent resignations amid allegations.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Very Disturbing': Republican Who Led the Charge Against Swalwell Warns GOP Senate Leader to Look Into' One of His Members

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna calls for investigation into disturbing allegations against a Senator, highlighting issues of sexual misconduct in Congress.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

AOC, Boebert join calls for sexual misconduct accountability in Congress

Lawmakers from both parties demand accountability for sexual misconduct in Congress following recent resignations amid allegations.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

House Republican Reveals Senator She Claims Has Disturbing' Allegations Against Him

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna claims Sen. Ruben Gallego faces allegations of sexual misconduct linked to ex-Rep. Eric Swalwell's recent controversies.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Very Disturbing': Republican Who Led the Charge Against Swalwell Warns GOP Senate Leader to Look Into' One of His Members

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna calls for investigation into disturbing allegations against a Senator, highlighting issues of sexual misconduct in Congress.
Left-wing politics
fromEsquire
6 days ago

Once Again, Congress Has Failed to Use Its Constitutional Powers to End the President's Ridiculous War

The Senate failed to stop the president's war, highlighting Congress's ongoing inability to exercise its constitutional powers.
US politics
fromemptywheel
4 days ago

Democrats Need to Solve the Tactical Problems with Impeachment before Relying on It - emptywheel

Peter Magyar demands resignations and anti-corruption measures following his victory, aiming to unlock EU funds while warning of document shredding by Viktor Orbán's team.
#congress
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

For Better or for Worse, the House Is Changing the Way It Deals With Its Worst Members

Two Congress members forced resignations of colleagues accused of misconduct, showcasing a new form of member-driven accountability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

For Better or for Worse, the House Is Changing the Way It Deals With Its Worst Members

Two Congress members forced resignations of colleagues accused of misconduct, showcasing a new form of member-driven accountability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Fox News Host Has a Direct Question for Republican Lawmaker: What Exactly Does Congress Do These Days?'

Congress appears ineffective as responsibilities shift to the courts and executive branch amid ongoing government shutdown.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

US House votes down latest effort to curtail Trump's power to wage Iran war

Nearly all Democrats supported a war powers resolution to limit Trump's military authority, but it failed by one vote in the House of Representatives.
#artificial-intelligence
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Lawmakers Gathered Quietly to Talk About AI. Angst and Fears of 'Destruction' Followed

Lawmakers expressed significant concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government operations, military actions, and societal impacts.
SF politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

Lawmakers expressed concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government data, military actions, and societal impacts during a congressional subcommittee roundtable.
SF politics
fromSecurityWeek
4 days ago

Lawmakers Gathered Quietly to Talk About AI. Angst and Fears of 'Destruction' Followed

Lawmakers expressed significant concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government operations, military actions, and societal impacts.
SF politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

At roundtable on AI, members of Congress express angst and fears of 'destruction'

Lawmakers expressed concerns about the implications of artificial intelligence on government data, military actions, and societal impacts during a congressional subcommittee roundtable.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

CNN Panel Weighs in On TMZ's New Washington Bureau: No Group of 435 people' Deserve The TMZ Treatment' More

TMZ, who embarked on a new beat this week: the intersection of pop culture and politics. Mattingly rolled tape on a TMZ reporter asking Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Secretary, what did you do with the raccoon's dead penis? Where is it now?
US politics
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

The supreme court needs to put limits on Trump's use of the pardoning power | Steven Greenhouse

Trump's pardons undermine democracy and ethics, deviating from Hamilton's vision of cautious presidential pardoning.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 days ago

House lawmakers weigh FCRA changes, CFPB complaint limits

Advancing smaller, bipartisan financial services bills is essential for effective legislation, while maintaining accuracy in credit reporting is crucial for economic mobility.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

Powerful California institutions backed Swalwell's rise. Now they're facing questions

Eric Swalwell's gubernatorial campaign collapsed due to sexual assault allegations, leading to his resignation and loss of support from political allies.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

House Bucks Trump, Votes to Shield Haitians From Deportation

The Trump administration targets legal immigrants, particularly Haitians under TPS, for deportation despite their refugee status and ongoing crises in their home country.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Judge questions federal government's reasoning for withholding Gateway funds | amNewYork

A federal judge questioned the Trump administration's reasons for freezing Gateway Tunnel project funding, suggesting political motives behind the decision.
Philosophy
fromApaonline
1 month ago

Why We Need a Formal, Mandatory, and Remunerated "Citizen Lobby"

Post-Cold War optimism about democracy and internet freedom has been undermined by geopolitical tensions, neoliberalism, nationalism, and corporate influence that concentrate power among the already wealthy.
SF politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

Scoop: Democrats eye new strategy after Iran war powers fail

House Democrats are considering a strategy to introduce daily war powers resolutions to force votes while in session.
SF politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm's PAC Donated To Swalwell... After Rape Allegations Dropped - Above the Law

Eric Swalwell resigned from Congress and his gubernatorial campaign following serious allegations of sexual misconduct from multiple women.
US politics
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

House moving ahead on bill to protect Haitian immigrants, in slap back to Trump administration

The House is considering legislation to extend Temporary Protected Status for Haitian immigrants against Trump's efforts to end the program.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Under pressure from President Trump, can the filibuster survive 2026?

Pressure mounts on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to eliminate the filibuster for passing Trump's voting regulation agenda.
US politics
fromAxios
6 days ago

Scoop: House Democrats introduce 5 articles of impeachment targeting Pete Hegseth

Democrats are introducing an impeachment resolution against Hegseth, focusing on U.S. operations in Iran and alleged personal misconduct.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
1 week ago

Congress May Kick Out 4 of Its Most Problematic Lawmakers

Allegations of sexual misconduct against Eric Swalwell have led to calls for his expulsion from Congress and the end of his gubernatorial campaign.
US politics
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

The Senate is voting to save free IRS Direct File today

The Senate is set to vote on the IRS Direct File Act to reinstate free tax filing services for Americans.
US politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Raskin Proposes New Health Panel for POTUS Fitness Under 25th Amendment

New legislation aims to simplify the process of removing a president due to health issues under the 25th Amendment.
US politics
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week 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.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Filibustering and Delay Strategies That Block Social Justice

Organizational filibustering refers to strategies that delay and obstruct efforts to pursue social justice in systems. These additions can stretch out the process of implementation of diversity strategic plans or multicultural programs for years. Change agents can become battle-fatigued and give up their efforts. They can also become so disheartened that they leave a group or organization altogether.
Social justice
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 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.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Once a Niche Topic in Federal Lobbying, AI Is Now a Major Area of Focus

Defense contractors and AI startups are dramatically escalating lobbying efforts around artificial intelligence, with AI-related lobbying clients increasing 423% and reports rising 505% from 2020 to 2025.
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

House Democrats once again left complaining about a Senate spending deal

The interchamber tensions between Democrats are becoming a regular feature of funding fights in the second Trump term. Lawmakers, strategists and voters alike exploded in anger last March when Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer and a handful of colleagues allowed a spending package to move forward amid the Elon Musk-led DOGE assault on federal agencies. In November, tempers again flared when a handful of Senate Democrats joined with Republicans to end a record 43-day shutdown.
US politics
US politics
fromPOLITICO
2 months ago

House infighting will complicate brewing Senate spending deal

Senators consider a DHS-only stopgap to avoid a government shutdown while immigration enforcement restrictions and remaining appropriations are negotiated, with party divisions shaping support.
US politics
fromAxios
2 months ago

"The subpoenas are coming," bipartisan firm warns corporate America

Congressional Democrats will intensify oversight of large corporations, supplementing administration probes with piercing corporate investigations and targeting AI, healthcare, crypto, utilities, trade, and pricing.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 months ago

America's Oldest Lawmakers Still Serving in Congress

Age has long been a point of debate in American politics, but it becomes especially controversial when lawmakers remain in office well beyond traditional retirement years. As the nation grapples with issues like healthcare, technology, and economic change, questions naturally arise about how age, generation status, and experience influence leadership at the highest levels of government. For some voters, longevity in office represents wisdom; for others, it raises concerns about representation and outdated reasoning.
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