#political-controversy

#political-controversy

Defending the decision to host an Israeli film festival amid calls for boycott. [ more ]

Sian Berry sparked controversy by quitting the London Assembly shortly after being re-elected, causing division within the Green Party. [ more ]

Kristi Noem's claim of meeting Kim Jong-un is considered dubious and improbable by experts, potentially affecting her political prospects. [ more ]

Democratic leader in the Tennessee House criticizes Republicans for passing bill allowing teachers to carry concealed handguns without safety measures, highlighting concerns for children's safety. [ more ]

Bo Dietl removed from Mayor's defense fund after inappropriate language towards a reporter. [ more ]

Campaign consultant used homophobic language in social media post targeting a Black conservative group founder.

Recurring incidents involving campaign consultants for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. putting the campaign in a difficult position. [ more ]

Seventh Circuit panel reinstated Indiana's ban on transgender youth healthcare without state appeal.

The fight for transgender rights continues amid extreme hostility and backlash from right-wing groups. [ more ]

Right-wingers upset over Biden's Trans Day of Visibility proclamation coinciding with Easter Sunday.

Biden reaffirms commitment to supporting transgender Americans through his statement on TDoV. [ more ]

Trump posts video of pickup truck with photoshopped image of bound President Biden.

Violent imagery targeting political opponents sparks controversy on Truth Social. [ more ]

Putin claimed agreement on Navalny swap before death

Navalny's allies accuse Putin of involvement in death [ more ]

Chancellor Scholz refuses to supply long-distance weapons to Ukraine without German military oversight.

The controversy surrounds Germany's refusal to send Taurus missiles to Ukraine despite support from some political factions. [ more ]

The Conservative government in Britain refuses to return a £10 million donation despite racist comments made by the donor.

The donor's remarks about a Black lawmaker have sparked controversy within the party. [ more ]

Former Gov. Andrew Cuomo subpoenaed to testify before Congress over nursing home handling during COVID pandemic.

Cuomo's team criticizes the unnecessary subpoena, claiming he had offered to testify and provide written answers beforehand. [ more ]

Measure HLA would cost L.A. at least $3.1 billion over the next decade.

The proposal could lead to shelving other construction projects to make way for required transportation improvements. [ more ]

The film adaptation of The Master and Margarita, a satire on state tyranny and censorship, has been released in Russian theaters despite the political climate.

The film's release has garnered significant attention and controversy in Russia, with its emphasis on a writer's struggle under censorship hitting close to home. [ more ]

The Africa Cup of Nations has produced some iconic and memorable kits over the years.

Namibia's kit for the tournament was withdrawn due to political controversy. [ more ]

A man was found shot and killed in the West Loop block, sparking political controversy.

The shooting may have been linked to an argument involving drugs. [ more ]