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Cryptocurrency
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

$TRUMP Crypto Investors Say They Attended Private Gala With Explicit Intent' To Influence President Trump: Report

Trump hosted a dinner for high-dollar memecoin buyers, aiming to influence U.S. crypto policy, amidst controversy over lobbying and personal profit.
Cryptocurrency
fromwww.mediaite.com
19 hours ago

$TRUMP Crypto Investors Say They Attended Private Gala With Explicit Intent' To Influence President Trump: Report

Trump hosted a dinner for high-dollar memecoin buyers, aiming to influence U.S. crypto policy, amidst controversy over lobbying and personal profit.
more#trump
Cars
fromFast Company
23 hours ago

GM wants to be all-electric by 2035. Why did it lobby to kill California's EV rule?

GM aims for an all-electric future by 2035 but is lobbying to revoke California's gas car sales ban.
NYC politics
fromCity & State NY
4 days ago

New pro-Brannan IE has ties to Coney Island casino proposal, former GOP candidate

Lobbyist-managed committee supports Justin Brannan's campaign for New York City comptroller, connected to a local casino project.
#health-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK government drops healthy eating push after lobbying by ultra-processed food firms

Government guidance promoting healthy food discounts dropped due to lobbying from major food corporations.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK politics

'It's a health issue, not an economic issue' - Trump tariffs should not delay alcohol labelling plans, campaigners say

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

UK government drops healthy eating push after lobbying by ultra-processed food firms

Government guidance promoting healthy food discounts dropped due to lobbying from major food corporations.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK politics

'It's a health issue, not an economic issue' - Trump tariffs should not delay alcohol labelling plans, campaigners say

more#health-policy
#trump-administration
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Media Is Now Part of Trump's War Against the Deep State

Jim McCarthy views media bias against clients as a coordinated conspiracy among journalists, government, and activists.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Latin American leaders spend millions to influence Trump's White House

Latin American leaders lobbied U.S. government for influence, securing key agreements and meetings under Trump's administration.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

Targeted universities are lobbying aggressively in response to scrutiny from the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump hails trade deals amid report the US will send letters to about 150 countries setting out new tariffs US politics live

The US will notify 150 countries of new tariffs, adjusting trade negotiations amid ongoing international discussions.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Politically Connected Firms Benefit From Trump Tariff Exemptions

The exemption of PET resin from new tariffs highlights potential lobbying influence in Trump's tariff policy.
The administration's lack of transparency has led to confusion among industry stakeholders regarding tariff decisions.
US Elections
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

'It's Trump 5.0': Lobbyists reveal how Trump is changing the influence game

Lobbyists must adapt to a new political landscape centered in Florida under Trump, as traditional methods become less effective.
Media industry
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The Media Is Now Part of Trump's War Against the Deep State

Jim McCarthy views media bias against clients as a coordinated conspiracy among journalists, government, and activists.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Latin American leaders spend millions to influence Trump's White House

Latin American leaders lobbied U.S. government for influence, securing key agreements and meetings under Trump's administration.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

Feeling Political Heat From Trump, Colleges Pump Up Their Lobbying

Targeted universities are lobbying aggressively in response to scrutiny from the Trump administration.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Trump hails trade deals amid report the US will send letters to about 150 countries setting out new tariffs US politics live

The US will notify 150 countries of new tariffs, adjusting trade negotiations amid ongoing international discussions.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Politically Connected Firms Benefit From Trump Tariff Exemptions

The exemption of PET resin from new tariffs highlights potential lobbying influence in Trump's tariff policy.
The administration's lack of transparency has led to confusion among industry stakeholders regarding tariff decisions.
US Elections
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

'It's Trump 5.0': Lobbyists reveal how Trump is changing the influence game

Lobbyists must adapt to a new political landscape centered in Florida under Trump, as traditional methods become less effective.
more#trump-administration
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

US reportedly plans to slash bank rules imposed to prevent 2008-style crash

US regulators are likely to reduce bank capital rules, raising concerns of financial instability akin to the 2008 crisis.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Germany: New Merz cabinet raises concerns over lobbying DW 05/11/2025

Chancellor Merz's cabinet appointments signal a shift towards greater integration of business leaders in German politics.
#ethics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Revealed: peer's offer to get meetings with ministers for potential client

Lord Dannatt was secretly filmed offering to lobby government ministers for a commercial client, despite rules against such actions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Lords watchdog investigates Richard Dannatt after Guardian revelations

The House of Lords is investigating Richard Dannatt for potentially breaching lobbying rules after he was filmed offering minister introductions for commercial clients.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Elon Musk Is Hiring the Same Lobbying Firms That Represent Your Transit Agency - Streetsblog USA

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Revealed: peer's offer to get meetings with ministers for potential client

Lord Dannatt was secretly filmed offering to lobby government ministers for a commercial client, despite rules against such actions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Lords watchdog investigates Richard Dannatt after Guardian revelations

The House of Lords is investigating Richard Dannatt for potentially breaching lobbying rules after he was filmed offering minister introductions for commercial clients.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Elon Musk Is Hiring the Same Lobbying Firms That Represent Your Transit Agency - Streetsblog USA

more#ethics
#local-governance
more#local-governance
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Public affairs firms in Europe enable pollution by lobbying for big oil, says analysis

Public affairs firms in Europe are enabling pollution by lobbying for big oil, despite fossil fuel clients representing just 1% of their revenue.
#california
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Ethics violation lodged against former CalRecycle director

Rachel Wagoner's career shift from CalRecycle to the Circular Action Alliance raises legal and ethical concerns regarding her involvement with California's plastic waste law.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Ethics violation lodged against former CalRecycle director

Rachel Wagoner's career shift from CalRecycle to the Circular Action Alliance raises legal and ethical concerns regarding her involvement with California's plastic waste law.
more#california
US news
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Mike Pompeo picked up $300k for Ukraine 'solidarity' trip in 2023

Mike Pompeo has secured lucrative advisory roles post-office, including a $600,000 salary and $16 million in stock options with Ukrainian telecom.
Artificial intelligence
fromCreative Bloq
1 month ago

Why these artists won't back down in the battle against unethical AI art - and what we can learn from their fight

Artists are organizing to fight back against unauthorized AI use of their work.
Ongoing lawsuits challenge AI companies' claims of fair use under copyright law.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Kirkland & Ellis Wants To Cave To Donald Trump - Above the Law

Kirkland & Ellis, the richest law firm, is navigating a tricky relationship with Trump to avoid potential backlash from the far right.
Privacy professionals
fromcyclingnews.com
1 month ago

Specialized Vice President lobbies US government for stricter tariffs on foreign imports, citing illegal import of fentanyl as a key reason

The Executive Vice President of Specialized Bicycle Components has urged the Trump administration to enforce stricter trade policies for imported bicycles due to tariffs and drug import concerns.
European startups
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Former Ford aide broke lobbying rules for Greenbelt: integrity commissioner | CBC News

Nico Fidani-Diker failed to comply with lobbying rules while attempting to have client's land removed from the protected Greenbelt in Ontario.
Toronto startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Sent to Coventry: how Bach's power helped Zimbabwean's shock IOC win

Even after Kirsty Coventry's decisive victory, many believed the election's outcome could have been different due to intense lobbying and vote manipulation within the IOC.
US Elections
#house-of-lords
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Exposed: Labour peer's involvement in what appears to be a cash-for-access venture

A Labour peer offered to facilitate access to ministers in exchange for support on a lucrative deal, suggesting unethical practice.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Revealed: how members of House of Lords benefit from commercial interests

The House of Lords faces scrutiny over accountability and conflicts of interest due to peers benefitting from commercial interests.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Exposed: Labour peer's involvement in what appears to be a cash-for-access venture

A Labour peer offered to facilitate access to ministers in exchange for support on a lucrative deal, suggesting unethical practice.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Revealed: how members of House of Lords benefit from commercial interests

The House of Lords faces scrutiny over accountability and conflicts of interest due to peers benefitting from commercial interests.
more#house-of-lords
#corruption
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Huawei lobbyists' held in Belgium raids over EU corruption

Belgian police conducted raids in response to alleged corruption involving lobbyists for Huawei and members of the European Parliament.
Europe news
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Huawei's lobbying lands it in a bribery scandal with EU politicians | TechCrunch

Huawei faces a corruption scandal in Europe for allegedly bribing European Parliament members to gain political favor.
Law
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Centners' ex-lobbyist sues them, alleges they let him 'take the fall' in his criminal case

Former lobbyist Bill Riley Jr. is suing David and Leila Centner for allegedly letting him take the blame in a dismissed corruption case.
Europe news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

'Huawei lobbyists' held in Belgium raids over EU corruption

Belgian police conducted raids in response to alleged corruption involving lobbyists for Huawei and members of the European Parliament.
Europe news
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

Huawei's lobbying lands it in a bribery scandal with EU politicians | TechCrunch

Huawei faces a corruption scandal in Europe for allegedly bribing European Parliament members to gain political favor.
Law
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Centners' ex-lobbyist sues them, alleges they let him 'take the fall' in his criminal case

Former lobbyist Bill Riley Jr. is suing David and Leila Centner for allegedly letting him take the blame in a dismissed corruption case.
more#corruption
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Timid FCA has retreated too far on its name and shame' proposals

The FCA's proposed reforms for greater transparency were abandoned due to strong lobbying from City firms and concerns over reputational damage.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Mets owner Steve Cohen, other casino bidders among top spenders as record $138M pledged to lobby NYC

Casino bidders, led by Mets owner Steve Cohen, are heavily investing in lobbying, with a record $138 million spent to gain government support.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

She Lobbied for Formaldehyde. Now She's at E.P.A. Approving New Chemicals.

The chemical industry strongly opposes EPA regulations on formaldehyde, which is linked to health risks, arguing for faster chemical reviews.
Tech industry
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Big Tech-backed interest group donated to Virginia lawmakers ahead of a failed push to regulate data centers

The Data Center Coalition made its first campaign contributions to influence Virginia lawmakers ahead of new data center regulations.
Miami
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

Prominent Miami-Dade lobbyist 'Dusty' Melton pleads guilty to tax evasion, faces prison

Lobbyist Dusty Melton pleaded guilty to tax evasion, owing over $1.3 million in back taxes, with sentencing expected in May 2025.
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