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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Welfare climbdown lets genie out of the bottle, and no one knows what happens next

The government faces a serious risk of losing the welfare vote, potentially unleashing instability and questioning the authority of key leaders like Keir Starmer.
US politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

How would recent events in America appear if they happened elsewhere? | Moira Donegan

Political developments in the U.S. mirror authoritarian tactics seen abroad, as demonstrated by the assault on Senator Padilla.
#immigration
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

Marco Rubio Claims He Can Kick Lawful Permanent Residents Out Of The US On The Basis Of Their 'Expected Beliefs;' Immigration Judge Says 'Sounds Good' - Above the Law

fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Right-wing politics

Marco Rubio Claims He Can Kick Lawful Permanent Residents Out Of The US On The Basis Of Their 'Expected Beliefs;' Immigration Judge Says 'Sounds Good' - Above the Law

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fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Party Politics Is Said to Have Played a Role in Kennedy's Firing of Vaccine Advisers

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. fired an entire vaccine advisory committee, citing conflicts of interest and political biases.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Los Angeles mayor Karen Bass reacts to federalized National Guard troops in her city

President Trump deployed National Guard troops to Los Angeles without state consent, marking a significant federal intervention.
#trump-administration
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago
US news

Federal judge blocks Trump's takeover of U.S. Institute of Peace

A federal judge blocked Trump's takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace, declaring the actions unlawful and reinstating its leadership.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Judges Are Pushing Back on Trump's Actions. Here's a Look at Key Rulings.

Federal judges are rapidly issuing rulings against President Trump's expansive use of executive power, highlighting legal challenges against his administration's authority.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Federal judge blocks Trump's takeover of U.S. Institute of Peace

A federal judge blocked Trump's takeover of the U.S. Institute of Peace, declaring the actions unlawful and reinstating its leadership.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Judges Are Pushing Back on Trump's Actions. Here's a Look at Key Rulings.

Federal judges are rapidly issuing rulings against President Trump's expansive use of executive power, highlighting legal challenges against his administration's authority.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

El Salvador president orders arrest of bus company heads for defying free ride policy

Nayib Bukele's government faced backlash after ordering arrests of bus company heads, illustrating his authoritarian style and the chaos from a supposed free transport initiative.
US news
US news
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Judge in Boston orders federal agencies to release billions of dollars from two Biden-era initiatives

A federal judge mandated the release of frozen funds essential for climate and infrastructure projects, emphasizing agencies' limited authority under federal law.
fromThe Atlantic
3 months ago

The Question Progressives Refuse to Answer

For Trump's detractors, this is an enormous, if underappreciated, problem. Democrats are, at root, the party of government—they believe that public authority is key to improving people's lives.
Left-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Circuit Scoop - February 2025 - Above the Law

In a series of recent decisions, federal courts across the United States have addressed significant legal issues, reflecting the judiciary's role in interpreting statutes and balancing rights.
SF politics
#elon-musk
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

At the U.S. Institute of Peace, It's War When Musk's Team Arrives

Elon Musk's team forcibly entered the U.S. Institute of Peace, leading to a legal standoff over authority and independence.
US news
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Some Trump officials push back against Musk's ultimatum to workers

Elon Musk's authority in federal bureaucracy is being challenged by Trump-appointed officials who refuse to comply with his demands.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

US: Judge won't block Musk from firing federal workers DW 02/19/2025

Judge Chutkan upheld DOGE's authority while questioning its legitimacy amid a lawsuit from several states.
Washington DC
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

At the U.S. Institute of Peace, It's War When Musk's Team Arrives

Elon Musk's team forcibly entered the U.S. Institute of Peace, leading to a legal standoff over authority and independence.
US news
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Some Trump officials push back against Musk's ultimatum to workers

Elon Musk's authority in federal bureaucracy is being challenged by Trump-appointed officials who refuse to comply with his demands.
US news
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

US: Judge won't block Musk from firing federal workers DW 02/19/2025

Judge Chutkan upheld DOGE's authority while questioning its legitimacy amid a lawsuit from several states.
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Right-wing politics
fromThe Nation
4 months ago

We Are Asking the Wrong Questions About Mahmoud Khalil's Arrest

Government actions against citizens can occur due to a monopoly of force, raising questions about authority and legality.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

At Least 70 Killed as Syria's Security Forces Clash With Assad Loyalists

Syria faces escalating violence between new authorities and Assad loyalists, with at least 70 fatalities reported amid widespread protests demanding withdrawal of government forces.
Right-wing politics
fromABA Journal
5 months ago

Forget originalism; some conservatives back 'common-good constitutionalism,' its embrace of strong rule

Common-good constitutionalism seeks to further conservative values and strengthen governmental authority beyond originalist interpretations.
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