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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Rachel Reeves defends Starmer's delay in launching grooming gangs inquiry

Rachel Reeves emphasized that Keir Starmer's new inquiry on child sexual exploitation is a genuine step towards prioritizing victims, moving beyond past hesitations for broader investigation.
UK politics
fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

IRS isn't checking the performance of its identity proofing vendor

The IRS is relying on ID.me's own assessments of its solutions' performance, compromising independent verification of the identity proofing it requires for online applications.
Privacy technologies
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Handcuffing a U.S. Senator Is a Warning

The concept of 'competitive authoritarianism' is increasingly relevant in light of recent governmental conduct, particularly the treatment of Senator Alex Padilla.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

After Getting Shoved to Ground and Handcuffed by Feds, Senator Alex Padilla Goes on Media Blitz

Padilla explained he was in a conference room awaiting a briefing when he asked to attend the press conference and was quickly overwhelmed by agents.
SF politics
#politics
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California's homeless issue suffers from divided responsibility between local and state authorities.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

You Will Never See a More Vivid Example of What Is Running Through Republicans' Heads Right Now Than This

Joni Ernst's response during a town hall highlights the disconnect between elected officials and constituents over critical policy issues.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
2 weeks ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California's homeless issue suffers from divided responsibility between local and state authorities.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

You Will Never See a More Vivid Example of What Is Running Through Republicans' Heads Right Now Than This

Joni Ernst's response during a town hall highlights the disconnect between elected officials and constituents over critical policy issues.
#trump-administration
fromTruthout
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

By Undermining Federal Data, Trump Is Following an Authoritarian Playbook

US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Trump Administration's Illogical Approach to State Secrets

The Trump administration has displayed a troubling inconsistency in handling classified information, endangering national security.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Trump fires all 3 Democrats on the Consumer Product Safety Commission

Trump fired Democratic commissioners of the CPSC, raising concerns over potential dismantling of consumer safety protections.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

National Security Agency chief fired as Trump ousts another top military officer

Gen. Timothy Haugh and his deputy were dismissed by the Trump administration, raising concerns about accountability and national security.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
1 month ago

By Undermining Federal Data, Trump Is Following an Authoritarian Playbook

Trump's administration undermines democratic accountability by drastically altering federal data practices to suppress evidence that contradicts its narrative.
SF politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Trump upends federal workforce with threat to fire policy makers opposing him

Trump's administration aims to streamline termination of federal workers opposing his agenda with 'Schedule F' rule changes.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Trump Administration's Illogical Approach to State Secrets

The Trump administration has displayed a troubling inconsistency in handling classified information, endangering national security.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Cuba's students call for resignations and strikes after brutal internet price hike

"This surge in internet prices without notice has pushed students to their limits, causing them to demand accountability from a government that seems increasingly detached from their struggles."
Left-wing politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Chair of L.A. County sheriff oversight commission says he is being forced out

I expected as a matter of courtesy that you would want to speak with me and hear me out.
Los Angeles
#protests
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Pete Hegseth Can't Name Constitutional Provision Empowering Trump to Send Marines to LA During Senate Grilling

Sen. Baldwin challenged Defense Secretary Hegseth on the constitutional authority for deploying Marines to California amid protests.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Pete Hegseth Can't Name Constitutional Provision Empowering Trump to Send Marines to LA During Senate Grilling

Sen. Baldwin challenged Defense Secretary Hegseth on the constitutional authority for deploying Marines to California amid protests.
#legislation
Law
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump's Budget Bill Would Gut the Judiciary's Power to Enforce Court Orders

The proposed legislative provision threatens the enforcement power of federal judges against government officials who disobey court orders.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

GOP lawmakers unveil plan to overhaul student loan system, forcing schools to foot the bill for defaulted accounts

fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago
Law

Proposal to limit courts' contempt power, part of spending bill, is 'terrible idea,' Chemerinsky says

fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
UK politics

Government 'smashing the law' over failure to provide assessment of needs to kids within six-month window, teen campaigner Cara Darmody says

Law
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Trump's Budget Bill Would Gut the Judiciary's Power to Enforce Court Orders

The proposed legislative provision threatens the enforcement power of federal judges against government officials who disobey court orders.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

GOP lawmakers unveil plan to overhaul student loan system, forcing schools to foot the bill for defaulted accounts

fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago
Law

Proposal to limit courts' contempt power, part of spending bill, is 'terrible idea,' Chemerinsky says

fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
UK politics

Government 'smashing the law' over failure to provide assessment of needs to kids within six-month window, teen campaigner Cara Darmody says

fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Up to 13,000 retired civil servants and ministers checked for 'serious' incorrect pension payments as one owes 280,000

The issues that have been brought to my attention by the NSSO are completely unacceptable. The NSSO has a fundamental duty it has failed.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Miliband says funding plan means Sizewell C will happen as Green party criticises spending UK politics live

We're not going to apologise for the actions we took to stabilise the economy. That's what happened last year. The chancellor came into office, saw a massive black hole in the nation's finances.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

MPs ask minister if he will claw back Thames Water executive bonuses

Thames Water executives received questionable bonuses despite financial turmoil, prompting calls for accountability and recovery of funds.
#surveillance
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Wyden: AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon weren't notifying senators of surveillance requests | TechCrunch

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Wyden: AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon weren't notifying senators of surveillance requests | TechCrunch

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon failed to notify Senators about government surveillance requests, contradicting contractual obligations.
#mental-health
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Astounding' negligence revealed: governments turn blind eye to staggering prison death toll

57 inmates died from hanging using known ligature points in prisons, underscoring systemic governmental failure.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Astounding' negligence revealed: governments turn blind eye to staggering prison death toll

57 inmates died from hanging using known ligature points in prisons, underscoring systemic governmental failure.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

NYC Congress members fume after being denied access to ICE detainment centers in Lower Manhattan: This is not Russia' | amNewYork

Congressmembers Velazquez and Espaillat were denied access to an immigrant detention center in NYC, raising concerns about oversight and transparency.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Letters: San Mateo County's return to death penalty is wrong

Gov. Newsom has set the stage to end the death penalty when he declared, "Our death penalty system has been, by all measures, a failure."
US politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'Horrific... absolutely unacceptable' - Taoiseach on nursing home revelations, but says HIQA is still fit for purpose

The nursing homes in question exhibited severe failures in ethical governance, dignity, and care, as highlighted by an employee's refusal to recommend their own facility.
Health
#corruption
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

This Agency Fights Corruption. New York City Leaders Have Weakened It.

New York City's corruption-fighting agency is significantly weakened due to staffing cuts and underfunding.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

This Agency Fights Corruption. New York City Leaders Have Weakened It.

New York City's corruption-fighting agency is significantly weakened due to staffing cuts and underfunding.
#elon-musk
fromFuturism
1 week ago
US politics

Elon Musk Melts Down, Claims Trump Is In The "Epstein Files" and That's the Reason They Haven't Been Released

fromFuturism
1 week ago
US politics

Elon Musk Melts Down, Claims Trump Is In The "Epstein Files" and That's the Reason They Haven't Been Released

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

New Zealand PM mulls privacy laws after aide secretly recorded sex workers'

Michael Forbes resigned after local news outlet Stuff alleged that he covertly recorded conversations with sex workers and took unauthorized photographs of women.
UK news
#homelessness
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California struggles with defining responsibility for addressing homelessness amid widespread public support for action.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

The Irish Independent's View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government's credibility

The government's approach to the housing crisis is failing, leading to excessive taxpayer costs and a record number of families in emergency accommodation.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Taves: No one's in charge. Newsom must fill California's homelessness leadership vacuum

California struggles with defining responsibility for addressing homelessness amid widespread public support for action.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

The Irish Independent's View: Revelation of emergency housing costs delivers another crushing blow to Government's credibility

The government's approach to the housing crisis is failing, leading to excessive taxpayer costs and a record number of families in emergency accommodation.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Opinion: Under Trump, are we entering the cruelest era in American history?

Government policies have led to unprecedented suffering, marked by a normalization of cruelty under recent administrations.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Hearing scheduled to begin process of removing San Mateo Co. Sheriff Christina Corpus

The San Mateo Board of Supervisors is starting the process to remove Sheriff Christina Corpus due to serious misconduct allegations.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Art Is How We Remember What Power Wants Us to Forget

The cry for freedom from detained asylum-seeking women highlights severe human rights abuses and government neglect.
#public-health
SF food
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago

The Trump Administration Didn't Tell the Public About E. coli Outbreaks

HHS has neglected public communication on serious infectious disease outbreaks.
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

RFK Jr vows to end experiment he says is a 'crime against humanity'

The Trump Administration aims to address concerns over chemtrails, labeled as a 'crime against humanity' by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Biden officials knew about, downplayed risks from COVID-19 vaccines, Senate report claims

Health officials delayed public warnings about myocarditis risks from mRNA vaccines for months, risking young people's health.
SF food
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago

The Trump Administration Didn't Tell the Public About E. coli Outbreaks

HHS has neglected public communication on serious infectious disease outbreaks.
OMG science
fromMail Online
1 month ago

RFK Jr vows to end experiment he says is a 'crime against humanity'

The Trump Administration aims to address concerns over chemtrails, labeled as a 'crime against humanity' by Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr.
Coronavirus
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Biden officials knew about, downplayed risks from COVID-19 vaccines, Senate report claims

Health officials delayed public warnings about myocarditis risks from mRNA vaccines for months, risking young people's health.
#public-safety
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Default
2 weeks ago

Brad Lander vows to make NYC safer, more affordable and better run

Brad Lander emphasizes strong leadership, aiming to improve NYC's safety, affordability, and governance through his extensive experience and strategic plans.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Victim forced to live minutes from her attacker after government failing

Victim forced to live near her attacker despite government assurances.
Inadequate exclusion zone fails to prevent contact between perpetrator and victim.
#journalism
US news
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Instead of answering legitimate ethics questions, Trump goes to his playbook and lobs insults at a reporter - Poynter

Journalists play an essential role in questioning potential ethical issues related to gifts from foreign governments to elected officials.
US news
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Instead of answering legitimate ethics questions, Trump goes to his playbook and lobs insults at a reporter - Poynter

Journalists play an essential role in questioning potential ethical issues related to gifts from foreign governments to elected officials.
#san-mateo-county
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Supervisor asks to speed up sheriff's removal

San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller advocates for the removal process of Sheriff Christina Corpus following voter approval of Measure A.
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago
SF politics

Sheriff's massage chairs may lead to more scrutiny of county spending

San Mateo County's oversight on spending is being enhanced following controversies over certain purchases by county officials.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

Supervisor asks to speed up sheriff's removal

San Mateo County Supervisor Ray Mueller advocates for the removal process of Sheriff Christina Corpus following voter approval of Measure A.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

Kristi Noem Is Dangerously Ignorant

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem displayed a surprising lack of knowledge about habeas corpus during a Senate hearing.
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

VA now has '100% visibility' into its software license inventory, official says

VA, like many other agencies across the federal government, has faced challenges overseeing its software licenses in recent years.
Software development
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Republican Senator Warns Trump's Tariffs Could Destroy Small Businesses'

Government officials must be honest about the fiscal state and not manipulate fear regarding benefits for vulnerable populations.
#cybersecurity
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Cyber attack on Legal Aid Agency exposed significant amount' of applicant data

The cyber attack on the Legal Aid Agency compromised sensitive personal data, raising concerns about governmental cybersecurity measures.
#public-inquiry
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Government 'cannot mark own homework on Grenfell'

Government oversight of Grenfell Report recommendations is imperative to ensure accountability and prevent delays in justice for survivors.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Government 'cannot mark own homework on Grenfell'

Government oversight of Grenfell Report recommendations is imperative to ensure accountability and prevent delays in justice for survivors.
#democracy
US politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

How the Iran-Contra Scandal Impacts American Politics Today

The Iran-Contra scandal reveals the disregard for democracy by Reagan officials and its implications for contemporary governance.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'I can't force the pace,' says Taoiseach as Dail row over audit report into children's hip surgeries enters second day

The Social Democrats criticized the government for sending out letters regarding operations dating back to 2010, expressing concerns over transparency and accountability.
UK politics
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Almost 4,000 deportation orders overturned in the last decade, figures reveal

The government is overturning more deportation orders than are being enforced, raising concerns about their immigration policy integrity.
SF parents
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Probe into children's hip surgery scandal could look back 15 years

Concerns are rising over a potential scandal regarding unnecessary hip dysplasia surgeries performed on children since 2010.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Ethics fine for ex-Suffolk aide tied to county's troubled $105M opioid fund

Attard's actions in applying for a job at FCA while overseeing its funding violated ethics rules, leading to a $2,000 fine from the county's Ethics Board.
NYC politics
SF politics
fromtime.com
1 month ago

After Hogan Controversy, Maryland Passes New Ethics Law

Maryland governors must now place financial holdings in a blind trust or divest entirely, ensuring actions align with public interest.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Scott Bessent once partied with Rep. Maxine Waters in the Bahamas: 'Better at the Electric Slide than I was'

"This is the first time we've met, is that correct?" she asked, attempting to make a point about Bessent not being responsive to the numerous requests she made to his office. "No ma'am, we actually met one New Year's Eve in the Bahamas," Bessent replied, drawing chuckles from the hearing room.
US politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK's contaminated blood victims re-traumatised' by compensation delays

Victims of the contaminated blood scandal are suffering from trauma due to delays and flaws in the compensation scheme.
#law-enforcement
fromemptywheel
1 month ago
US politics

Pam Bondi Reverses Media Protections to Cover Up Her Complicity in Unlawful Renditions - emptywheel

fromemptywheel
1 month ago
US politics

Pam Bondi Reverses Media Protections to Cover Up Her Complicity in Unlawful Renditions - emptywheel

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Gov. Hochul has only herself to blame for NY's looming Medicaid crisis

Gov. Kathy Hochul is criticized for deflecting blame for New York's Medicaid cost issues instead of addressing them directly.
California
fromSan Jose Inside
1 month ago

Financial Aid Fraud in CA Community Colleges Triggers Call for Trump to Investigate

Bipartisan concern over financial aid fraud at California community colleges leads to calls for investigation and state audit.
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Transportation consolidates IT personnel and decision-making

"Information Technology (IT) is an essential part of achieving the President's vision for a more efficient and accountable government," stated the memo, indicating the importance of IT in government processes.
Privacy professionals
#deportation
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Judge: 'Probable cause' to hold U.S. in contempt over Alien Enemies Act deportations

Judge Boasberg finds probable cause that the federal government violated a deportation pause order regarding the Alien Enemies Act.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Judge: 'Probable cause' to hold U.S. in contempt over Alien Enemies Act deportations

Judge Boasberg finds probable cause that the federal government violated a deportation pause order regarding the Alien Enemies Act.
UK politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Finance Minister Jack Chambers to increase scrutiny of government spending in fight against waste

New measures are implemented to enhance oversight and value in state spending amidst recent controversies.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Senator to Scott Turner: HUD workplace needs reform

Ernst highlights challenges at HUD, citing misused taxpayer-funded union time for vacations and inaccuracies in locality pay, raising concerns about workforce management and space use.
Remote teams
fromBBC News
1 year ago

Can health secretary name NHS trusts performing well?

"The health secretary stated that while she wanted to be 'even handed', she avoided naming individual health trusts that met targets for reducing waiting lists, creating a cloud of uncertainty around performance across the NHS."
UK politics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Adam Schiff asks the National Archives to review the Trump administration's use of Signal.

Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military information in a private chat, raising concerns about security protocols.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Banked vacation leads to a $1.2-million payday: How state workers cash in on days off

"I'm more disturbed than I am surprised. This is going to be a serious problem down the road," said John Moorlach, a former Republican state senator.
Retirement
EU data protection
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Judge orders new limits on DOGE data access at Social Security Administration

A federal judge blocks access of sensitive data by DOGE staff at SSA, emphasizing legal boundaries despite agency's aims to prevent fraud.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Kensington and Chelsea admits rushed' Grenfell housing purchases were unsafe

West London council acknowledges risks in acquiring 290 properties post-Grenfell, now deemed unsafe for social housing.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Province grilled over Therme's credentials to build luxury spa at Ontario Place | CBC News

Critics allege that Therme misrepresented itself to secure the luxury spa project on the former Ontario Place site, claiming exaggerated operational experience.
Toronto startup
Parenting
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's view: State's abandonment of defenceless Grace is truly harrowing

Grace, a non-verbal woman with severe disabilities, suffered neglect for 20 years due to systemic oversight failures.
fromsubscriber.politicopro.com
2 months ago

Offshore Wind Power Poses Only Limited Risk to Whales, Government Watchdog Report Finds

Wind development could bring jobs and investment to communities. At the same time, it could disrupt commercial fishing to varying degrees. Turbines could also affect radar system performance, alter search and rescue methods, and alter historic and cultural landscapes.
NYC politics
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Government reaches deal to share files with Omagh Inquiry into the 1998 Real IRA bomb atrocity

The MOU aims to facilitate the Omagh Bombing Inquiry by allowing cross-border evidence sharing and clarifying government's commitment to victims.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

MSNBC's Michael Steele Literally Clucks Like Chicken Mocking GOP Senator

Sen. Jim Banks, confronted by fired federal workers, dismissed one as a 'clown' while asserting cuts were necessary, prompting backlash from critics like Michael Steele.
Left-wing politics
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