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Artificial intelligence
fromWIRED
3 days ago

How the Loudest Voices in AI Went From 'Regulate Us' to 'Unleash Us'

Sam Altman's stance on AI regulation shifted from advocating for oversight to urging for fewer barriers to innovation.
#trump-administration
Law
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Trump's CFPB Drops Cases Against Companies Accused of Cheating Consumers

The Trump administration faces backlash for halting enforcement actions against companies accused of financial misconduct.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Justice Dept. Nominees Suggest Some Court Orders Can Be Ignored

The confirmation hearing revealed contentious views on presidential authority and compliance with court orders amid ongoing legal challenges against President Trump.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

CDC nominee to face questions about measles outbreak, vaccine policy

Dave Weldon's nomination for CDC director raises concerns over vaccine skepticism amidst public health challenges.
The Senate confirmation hearing will focus on his handling of critical health issues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Chief Marco Rubio Hearing Explodes Into All-Out Brawl

The Senate hearing revealed intense conflict between Rubio and Van Hollen over immigration and Trump-era policies.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Frank Bisignano, Trump's Pick to Lead Social Security Administration, Faces Senators

Frank Bisignano faces congressional scrutiny about leading the Social Security Administration amidst controversial changes affecting benefits.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Senator and Teamsters President Who Nearly Fought On Senate Floor Tell Fox Trump Made Them Break Bread': Truly Built a Friendship'

Unexpected friendship between Sen. Mullin and Teamsters President O'Brien emerged after a confrontation, inspired by Trump’s encouragement to collaborate.
Law
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Trump's CFPB Drops Cases Against Companies Accused of Cheating Consumers

The Trump administration faces backlash for halting enforcement actions against companies accused of financial misconduct.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Justice Dept. Nominees Suggest Some Court Orders Can Be Ignored

The confirmation hearing revealed contentious views on presidential authority and compliance with court orders amid ongoing legal challenges against President Trump.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 months ago

CDC nominee to face questions about measles outbreak, vaccine policy

Dave Weldon's nomination for CDC director raises concerns over vaccine skepticism amidst public health challenges.
The Senate confirmation hearing will focus on his handling of critical health issues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Trump Chief Marco Rubio Hearing Explodes Into All-Out Brawl

The Senate hearing revealed intense conflict between Rubio and Van Hollen over immigration and Trump-era policies.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Frank Bisignano, Trump's Pick to Lead Social Security Administration, Faces Senators

Frank Bisignano faces congressional scrutiny about leading the Social Security Administration amidst controversial changes affecting benefits.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Senator and Teamsters President Who Nearly Fought On Senate Floor Tell Fox Trump Made Them Break Bread': Truly Built a Friendship'

Unexpected friendship between Sen. Mullin and Teamsters President O'Brien emerged after a confrontation, inspired by Trump’s encouragement to collaborate.
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#higher-education
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#public-health
US politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Latest Attack on Abortion Pill Is Based on Project 2025 Propaganda, Critics Say

Concerns arise over mifepristone safety review led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. amid conflicting scientific opinions.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Senators challenge Robert Kennedy Jr. on vaccines and fitness to lead HHS in fiery hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces scrutiny over his vaccine skepticism and controversial positions in a Senate hearing.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

I Asked You a Simple Question, Bobby!' Bernie Sanders Lays Into RFK Jr. at Hearing for Refusing to Say Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism'

Sen. Bernie Sanders challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine safety, emphasizing established research confirming vaccines do not cause autism.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

RFK Jr. Tries to Steamroll Democratic Senator Until Republican Tells Him to Let the Senator Ask the Questions'

US politics
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Latest Attack on Abortion Pill Is Based on Project 2025 Propaganda, Critics Say

Concerns arise over mifepristone safety review led by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. amid conflicting scientific opinions.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Senators challenge Robert Kennedy Jr. on vaccines and fitness to lead HHS in fiery hearing

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faces scrutiny over his vaccine skepticism and controversial positions in a Senate hearing.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

I Asked You a Simple Question, Bobby!' Bernie Sanders Lays Into RFK Jr. at Hearing for Refusing to Say Vaccines Do Not Cause Autism'

Sen. Bernie Sanders challenged Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on vaccine safety, emphasizing established research confirming vaccines do not cause autism.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
NYC politics

RFK Jr. Tries to Steamroll Democratic Senator Until Republican Tells Him to Let the Senator Ask the Questions'

more#public-health
#habeas-corpus
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Noem Incorrectly Says Habeas Corpus Is Trump's "Constitutional Right" to Deport People

Noem's incorrect definition of habeas corpus raises concerns over the administration's authoritarian tendencies.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Noem Incorrectly Says Habeas Corpus Is Trump's "Constitutional Right" to Deport People

Noem's incorrect definition of habeas corpus raises concerns over the administration's authoritarian tendencies.
more#habeas-corpus
#activism
Boston food
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Video shows Ben & Jerry's cofounder being removed from Senate committee hearing and arrested after Gaza protest

Ben Cohen protested against U.S. actions in Gaza during a Senate hearing, leading to his arrest.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

That's Pathetic, Mr. Secretary': Rubio Called Out By Senator For Detaining Student Over an Op-Ed

Rubio defends visa revocation for students involved in disruptive protests during a contentious Senate hearing.
Boston food
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Video shows Ben & Jerry's cofounder being removed from Senate committee hearing and arrested after Gaza protest

Ben Cohen protested against U.S. actions in Gaza during a Senate hearing, leading to his arrest.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

That's Pathetic, Mr. Secretary': Rubio Called Out By Senator For Detaining Student Over an Op-Ed

Rubio defends visa revocation for students involved in disruptive protests during a contentious Senate hearing.
more#activism
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Sen. Mike Lee Makes Weird Suckup To Marco Rubio At Hearing

it's very good to have you back here... your current one is also where you naturally belong.
US politics
#transportation
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Nobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit

Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Nobody's Been Fired?' Senate Dem Stunned Trump Admin Didn't Punish Anyone For Pushing All Air Traffic Controls to Quit

Sen. Murray criticized Secretary Duffy for sending emails encouraging air traffic controllers to resign, highlighting the issues of morale and communication within the FAA.
more#transportation
#robert-f-kennedy-jr
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Sir, You Are the Wrong Person for This Job': Senator Tells RFK Jr. He's Grossly Unfit to Lead HHS

Sen. Alsobrooks criticized Kennedy's qualifications as HHS Secretary, expressing lack of trust in his capabilities to lead the agency.
Healthcare
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Sir, You Are the Wrong Person for This Job': Senator Tells RFK Jr. He's Grossly Unfit to Lead HHS

Sen. Alsobrooks criticized Kennedy's qualifications as HHS Secretary, expressing lack of trust in his capabilities to lead the agency.
more#robert-f-kennedy-jr
#fbi
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

Kash Patel's Enemies List

Kash Patel's Senate confirmation hearing revealed tensions over FBI politicization amid Trump's influence in Washington.
Patel's responses suggest a potential power shift within the FBI under his direction.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

Kash Patel's Enemies List

Kash Patel's Senate confirmation hearing revealed tensions over FBI politicization amid Trump's influence in Washington.
Patel's responses suggest a potential power shift within the FBI under his direction.
more#fbi
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Trump pick to lead CBP accused of 'cover-up' over death of man at California border

Rodney Scott's nomination for U.S. Customs and Border Protection faces criticism over his past actions linked to a migrant's death.
Privacy professionals
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Meta whistleblower to testify after explosive memoir slamming Mark Zuckerberg was blocked

Sen. Josh Hawley plans to investigate Meta's internal culture and censorship practices following whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams' upcoming testimony.
#boeing
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senators scrutinized Steven Bradbury's role in obstructing the congressional investigation into Boeing Max crashes and questioned his safety record.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senators scrutinized Steven Bradbury's role in obstructing the congressional investigation into Boeing Max crashes and questioned his safety record.
more#boeing
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Will Dan Caine, Trump's Pick for Joint Chiefs Chairman, Be Blunt or Hold His Tongue?

Lt. Gen. Dan Caine's commitment to the Constitution and ethical leadership could earn him a supportive reception during his nomination hearing.
#national-security
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Share the Texts Now!' Senator Clashes With Tulsi Gabbard After Her Stunning Claim Leaked War Plans Weren't Classified

Senator Mark Warner clashed with Tulsi Gabbard over the classification of leaked war plans during a heated Senate hearing.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Share the Texts Now!' Senator Clashes With Tulsi Gabbard After Her Stunning Claim Leaked War Plans Weren't Classified

Senator Mark Warner clashed with Tulsi Gabbard over the classification of leaked war plans during a heated Senate hearing.
more#national-security
#intelligence
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Intelligence officials acknowledge the sensitivity of the military strike information.

Spy chiefs denied sharing classified information during Signal chat despite sensitivity of military discussions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Jon Ossoff Rips Into John Ratcliffe Over Leaked Text Chain

Sen. Jon Ossoff criticized CIA Director John Ratcliffe for exposing sensitive military information in a leaked text message chain.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Intelligence officials acknowledge the sensitivity of the military strike information.

Spy chiefs denied sharing classified information during Signal chat despite sensitivity of military discussions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Jon Ossoff Rips Into John Ratcliffe Over Leaked Text Chain

Sen. Jon Ossoff criticized CIA Director John Ratcliffe for exposing sensitive military information in a leaked text message chain.
more#intelligence
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Social Security Administration commissioner nominee says he's 'never thought' about privatizing the agency

During his Senate Finance Committee hearing, Frank Bisignano emphasized his commitment to ensuring timely payments for beneficiaries, firmly stating he has 'never thought' about privatizing the SSA.
SF politics
#mehmet-oz
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

From TV to CMS: How Dr. Oz could shape Medicare and Medicaid

Dr. Oz aims to improve healthcare access as the new CMS head amid scrutiny over his past health claims.
Alternative medicine
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Dr. Oz Is Now the Grown-Up in the Room

Mehmet Oz's controversial promotion of unproven health supplements contrasts sharply with his recent political ascent, now viewed more favorably amidst concerning appointments.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

From TV to CMS: How Dr. Oz could shape Medicare and Medicaid

Dr. Oz aims to improve healthcare access as the new CMS head amid scrutiny over his past health claims.
Alternative medicine
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

Dr. Oz Is Now the Grown-Up in the Room

Mehmet Oz's controversial promotion of unproven health supplements contrasts sharply with his recent political ascent, now viewed more favorably amidst concerning appointments.
more#mehmet-oz
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

5 takeaways from the confirmation hearing for Trump's FDA nominee

If we have the cure for pancreatic cancer, but only 40% of the public is going to come in and take it because the rest don't trust us, then that medication is only 40% effective.
US news
#vaccines
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Senators Press Marty Makary on Abortion Pills and Vaccines

Dr. Makary's confirmation hearing highlighted a divide in views on abortion pill access, with commitments to review safety data.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

He's Relitigating Settled Science!' Senator Fights Back Tears at RFK Hearing As She Talks About Vaccines And Her Son with Cerebral Palsy

Senator Hassan articulates personal concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s stances on vaccines, emphasizing that her questioning stems from genuine worry, not partisanship.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Senators Press Marty Makary on Abortion Pills and Vaccines

Dr. Makary's confirmation hearing highlighted a divide in views on abortion pill access, with commitments to review safety data.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

He's Relitigating Settled Science!' Senator Fights Back Tears at RFK Hearing As She Talks About Vaccines And Her Son with Cerebral Palsy

Senator Hassan articulates personal concerns about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s stances on vaccines, emphasizing that her questioning stems from genuine worry, not partisanship.
more#vaccines
Social justice
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Sanders: 1 Percent Has Sapped $79T in Wealth From Bottom 90 Percent Since 1975

$3.9 trillion was taken from the bottom 90% of Americans in 2023, highlighting grave wealth inequality.
Cryptocurrency
fromBitcoin Magazine
3 months ago

Stablecoins, Not Bitcoin, In Focus At First U.S. Digital Assets Subcommittee Hearing

The Senate Banking Subcommittee is actively discussing bipartisan legislation for stablecoins and digital assets.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Nominee for Deputy Transportation Secretary Comes Under Fire for Handling of Boeing

Senate Democrats are critically scrutinizing Steven Bradbury, Trump's nominee for deputy transportation secretary, over his handling of Boeing crash investigations.
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Senators Asked Linda McMahon the Right Questions Yesterday. They Just Didn't Get Answers.

McMahon emphasized that school choice is essential for improving educational opportunities for poor and Black students, yet did not account for those remaining in public schools.
Education
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Senator Chris Murphy Details Why DOGE Targeting Federal Agencies Is Just About Making Elon Musk Rich'

Murphy's claims reveal a narrative where Musk is not simply cutting waste, but looking to financially benefit from dismantling agencies that protect consumers and workers.
Miscellaneous
#tulsi-gabbard
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fromBusiness Insider
4 months ago

Washington, DC, plane crash thrusts high-stakes role of air traffic control into the spotlight

The crash of an American Airlines flight in Washington, DC, has renewed anxiety about air-traffic control staffing and procedures at US airports, especially in crowded airspaces.
Science
Miscellaneous
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Adam Schiff Challenges Kash Patel to Look Capitol Police In The Eyes And Tell Them He Raised Money Off Of People That Assaulted Their Colleagues'

Senator Adam Schiff confronted Kash Patel about funding raised for rioters, questioning his accountability for actions taken against Capitol police during the January 6 riots.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Democrats to Question Commerce Nominee's Web of Financial Interests

"For President Trump and his supporters, Mr. Lutnick's wealth and business success are a strong qualification for the role of Commerce Secretary."
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