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Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
22 hours ago

Scoop: White House workshops plan to bring back Anthropic

The White House is working on an executive action to improve relations with Anthropic amid ongoing legal disputes and AI deployment discussions.
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
22 hours ago

Scoop: White House workshops plan to bring back Anthropic

The White House is working on an executive action to improve relations with Anthropic amid ongoing legal disputes and AI deployment discussions.
SF politics
fromAxios
8 hours ago

GOP revolt leaves House agenda in limbo

Mike Johnson faces challenges uniting Republicans on three contentious measures, risking government shutdown and program lapses.
#trump
Philosophy
fromThe Atlantic
14 hours ago

Napoleon, Caesar, Alexander the Great-And Trump

Trump sees himself as a historical figure akin to Hegel's 'world-historical individuals' rather than as a peer of Washington or Lincoln.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

Trump and the Iran Deal That Wasn't

Distinguishing between Trump's dealmaking and meltdown modes remains challenging, raising doubts about the reliability of any agreements he proposes.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

I Was Gonna Really Rip It!' Trump Promises New WHCA Address Will Be Speech of Love' Now

Trump expressed determination to continue the White House Correspondents' Dinner despite a gunman incident, emphasizing the importance of not letting fear disrupt the event.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Drops Quickie Rant on Scuttled Iran War Talks

Trump canceled a trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran, citing wasted time and confusion in Iranian leadership.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Explains Firing of Navy Sec After Saying He 'Moved On'

Trump praised John Phelan, a former Secretary of the Navy, despite his firing due to conflicts within the administration over shipbuilding issues.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Doesn't President Trump Have Anything Better To Do?': CNN Guest Hits POTUS for Fixating on Reflecting Pool

Trump's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool cost $2 million instead of the projected $301 million and was completed in one week.
Philosophy
fromThe Atlantic
14 hours ago

Napoleon, Caesar, Alexander the Great-And Trump

Trump sees himself as a historical figure akin to Hegel's 'world-historical individuals' rather than as a peer of Washington or Lincoln.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

Trump and the Iran Deal That Wasn't

Distinguishing between Trump's dealmaking and meltdown modes remains challenging, raising doubts about the reliability of any agreements he proposes.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

I Was Gonna Really Rip It!' Trump Promises New WHCA Address Will Be Speech of Love' Now

Trump expressed determination to continue the White House Correspondents' Dinner despite a gunman incident, emphasizing the importance of not letting fear disrupt the event.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Trump Drops Quickie Rant on Scuttled Iran War Talks

Trump canceled a trip to Pakistan for peace talks with Iran, citing wasted time and confusion in Iranian leadership.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump Explains Firing of Navy Sec After Saying He 'Moved On'

Trump praised John Phelan, a former Secretary of the Navy, despite his firing due to conflicts within the administration over shipbuilding issues.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Doesn't President Trump Have Anything Better To Do?': CNN Guest Hits POTUS for Fixating on Reflecting Pool

Trump's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool cost $2 million instead of the projected $301 million and was completed in one week.
#trump-presidency
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Why Government Corruption Has Boomed in Trump's Second Term

The G20 summit will be held at Trump National Doral, reflecting changes in public and political response since the first Trump presidency.
US Elections
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The War Trump Doesn't Want to Talk About

Trump treats the Iran conflict casually on social media, posting about unrelated political topics while the war has killed Iran's Supreme Leader, disrupted global oil markets, and cost billions.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Conservatives Need to Fight the Legal Monster They Helped Create

The Roman republic did not survive him. The second Trump administration has revealed American Caesarism in nearly full bloom, governing by executive orders and emergency decrees.
Right-wing politics
Women in technology
fromFortune
1 day ago

Janet Yellen on Trump, the Fed, and the future of jobs | Fortune

Janet Yellen has achieved significant milestones as a leader in U.S. economic policy, being the first woman in multiple high-profile positions.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
2 days ago

White House Ousts Entire National Science Board

The Presidential Personnel Office sent members of the board a message saying, 'On behalf of President Donald J. Trump, I'm writing to inform you that your position as a member of the National Science Board is terminated, effective immediately.'
Non-profit organizations
#iran
fromTruthout
2 days ago
Germany news

Trump Administration Covering Up "Extensive" Damage Done to US Bases By Iran

fromTruthout
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Top Biden Official Supports Trump Iran Attack, Says Biden May Have Done The Same

World news
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

Iran war: US wary of peace plan postponing nuclear deal

Trump questions Iran's sincerity in proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts its blockade.
Germany news
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Administration Covering Up "Extensive" Damage Done to US Bases By Iran

Iranian strikes caused extensive damage to U.S. military assets, leading to significant repair costs and operational challenges in the Middle East.
Left-wing politics
fromTruthout
1 week ago

Top Biden Official Supports Trump Iran Attack, Says Biden May Have Done The Same

The Biden administration modeled potential military actions against Iran, indicating possible future strikes under Biden's leadership.
Law
fromThe New Yorker
2 days ago

Donald Trump's Pardon Economy

Wealthy offenders can leverage connections for clemency, exemplified by Rod Blagojevich's case and his lobbying efforts post-pardon.
US news
fromThe Cipher Brief
2 days ago

The Dangerous Trade of State Secrets

Master Sgt. Gannon Ken Van Dyke faces charges of wire fraud and misuse of national defense information in New York.
European startups
fromFortune
4 days ago

Trump's bellicose presidency is a 'golden opportunity' for defense firms, and business is booming | Fortune

U.S. defense companies are thriving due to increased military spending and demand for weapons amid ongoing conflicts.
Media industry
fromAxios
5 days ago

Firing fears ripple through "Mean Girls" Pentagon

At least 15 defense officials have left their positions under Trump 2.0 due to political and personal conflicts.
#security
Washington DC
fromIrish Independent
19 hours ago

The Indo Daily: Shooters, ICE and Iran: Is Trump's America too dangerous for the World Cup?

A suspected gunman caused chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, raising concerns about security ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Washington DC
fromFortune
3 days ago

The presidential line of succession was at the shooting that targeted the Trump administration. Amid security doubts, 'the system worked,' AG says | Fortune

The shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner posed a significant risk to President Trump and many top officials in the line of succession.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

GOP Lawmaker Insists Line of Succession' Not Be Allowed At One Event: Could Have All Been Taken Out'

Presidential line of succession should not be at the same event due to security risks, as highlighted by a recent shooting incident.
Washington DC
fromIrish Independent
19 hours ago

The Indo Daily: Shooters, ICE and Iran: Is Trump's America too dangerous for the World Cup?

A suspected gunman caused chaos at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, raising concerns about security ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
Washington DC
fromFortune
3 days ago

The presidential line of succession was at the shooting that targeted the Trump administration. Amid security doubts, 'the system worked,' AG says | Fortune

The shooting at the White House correspondents' dinner posed a significant risk to President Trump and many top officials in the line of succession.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

GOP Lawmaker Insists Line of Succession' Not Be Allowed At One Event: Could Have All Been Taken Out'

Presidential line of succession should not be at the same event due to security risks, as highlighted by a recent shooting incident.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Trump's Justice Department Is Moving to Make It Easier to Deport DACA Recipients

The Trump administration's actions threaten DACA recipients, increasing the risk of deportation for many immigrants who arrived as children.
fromThe American Conservative
1 day ago

Meet the Democrat Trying to Save Deep State Spying Powers For Trump

Under the pretext of targeting foreigners abroad, Section 702 has become a vehicle for unconstitutional, warrantless backdoor searches of Americans' private communications. The FBI conducts up to 3.4 million illegal backdoor queries in a single year.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Top Biden Official: Israel Committed Genocide, But US Must Still Support It

Wendy Sherman stated, 'It is critical that Israel remains an ally of the U.S. and we protect the right of a Jewish state. I also believe that Prime Minister [Benjamin Netanyahu] has led us down a road - and we have been part of it - that has, in essence, created a genocide in Gaza that has destabilized the Middle East.'
Left-wing politics
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

John Phelan Waited at White House for Over an Hour To Beg Trump To Save His Job: Report

John Phelan was ousted as Navy Secretary after refusing to resign, with Trump siding with Defense Secretary Hegseth over Phelan's slow progress on priorities.
fromAxios
14 hours ago

Scoop: Trump huddles with oil execs as Iran stalemate drags on

The president meets with energy executives frequently to get their feedback on domestic and international energy markets. Topics included domestic production, progress in Venezuela, oil futures, natural gas and shipping.
Washington DC
#war-powers-resolution
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

May 1 Marks a Crucial "War Powers" Deadline for Trump's War in Iran

Trump may seek a 30-day extension for the war in Iran, needing to prove it is an 'unavoidable military necessity.'
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Top Trump Pentagon Official Says He's Not The Right Person' to Ask If the US Is At War

The Trump administration uses inconsistent terminology regarding military action against Iran, with officials avoiding formal war declarations while the president and Defense Secretary describe operations as war.
US politics
fromTruthout
1 day ago

May 1 Marks a Crucial "War Powers" Deadline for Trump's War in Iran

Trump may seek a 30-day extension for the war in Iran, needing to prove it is an 'unavoidable military necessity.'
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Top Trump Pentagon Official Says He's Not The Right Person' to Ask If the US Is At War

The Trump administration uses inconsistent terminology regarding military action against Iran, with officials avoiding formal war declarations while the president and Defense Secretary describe operations as war.
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Buttigieg Slams Trump for Torpedoing America's Standing in the World: People Do Not Trust the United States'

Diminished. Sadly. I mean, you know, when I was a student, it was just understood that the U.S. was the leading nation in the world, not just the biggest, not the richest, not most powerful, but the country that people looked to because of our values as well as because of our strength.
World politics
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Jeffries Hits Back At Trump WH Accusing Dems of Violent Rhetoric: Clean Up Your Own House'

Hakeem Jeffries defends his anti-Trump rhetoric amid criticism, highlighting threats against him and the actions of MAGA extremists.
SF politics
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

Trump's pick to run US cyber agency CISA asks to drop out | TechCrunch

Sean Plankey withdrew his nomination to lead CISA, leaving the agency without a permanent leader amid ongoing cybersecurity challenges.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

"I don't give a damn": Jeffries defends "maximum warfare" remark amid GOP criticism

Jeffries emphasizes a combative political strategy amid redistricting battles, facing criticism from Republicans for his 'maximum warfare' comment.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

JD Vance Repeatedly Questioned' If Pentagon Gave Trump Accurate War Info, Reveals Explosive Report

Vice President JD Vance questions the accuracy of Pentagon information regarding the war in Iran and its impact on U.S. military resources.
#pentagon
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Secretary of Navy Shows Up at White House to Confirm Firing

Navy Secretary John Phelan was ousted amid tensions with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and frustrations over Navy shipbuilding progress.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Hegseth Smirks as He Takes 2 Questions From TMZ DC at Pentagon Briefing, Including Do You Feel You're on a Power Trip?'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasizes empowering warfighters to ensure success in violent conflicts while maintaining a focus on peace through strength.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
6 days ago

Secretary of Navy Shows Up at White House to Confirm Firing

Navy Secretary John Phelan was ousted amid tensions with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and frustrations over Navy shipbuilding progress.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Hegseth Smirks as He Takes 2 Questions From TMZ DC at Pentagon Briefing, Including Do You Feel You're on a Power Trip?'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth emphasizes empowering warfighters to ensure success in violent conflicts while maintaining a focus on peace through strength.
US politics
fromThe Daily Beast
2 days ago

Jaw-Dropping Details of Trump's New 'Deportation' Judges Revealed

The Trump administration has appointed many immigration judges lacking immigration law experience to expedite deportations.
#war-powers
Left-wing politics
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Once Again, Congress Has Failed to Use Its Constitutional Powers to End the President's Ridiculous War

The Senate failed to stop the president's war, highlighting Congress's ongoing inability to exercise its constitutional powers.
Left-wing politics
fromEsquire
2 weeks ago

Once Again, Congress Has Failed to Use Its Constitutional Powers to End the President's Ridiculous War

The Senate failed to stop the president's war, highlighting Congress's ongoing inability to exercise its constitutional powers.
#federal-reserve
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Karoline Leavitt Says Powell Probe Not Necessarily Dropped': A Priority for the President'

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell continues under the inspector general, focusing on financial mismanagement and building cost overruns.
US politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

DOJ drops criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell

The U.S. attorney has closed an investigation while the Inspector General examines Federal Reserve building cost overruns.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Karoline Leavitt Says Powell Probe Not Necessarily Dropped': A Priority for the President'

The investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell continues under the inspector general, focusing on financial mismanagement and building cost overruns.
US politics
fromAxios
5 days ago

DOJ drops criminal probe into Fed chair Jerome Powell

The U.S. attorney has closed an investigation while the Inspector General examines Federal Reserve building cost overruns.
Washington DC
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Secret Service faces scrutiny over the level of security after latest attempt to assassinate Donald Trump

Concerns are raised about the Secret Service's ability to protect the president following a security incident at a recent event.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Democrats Are Badly Failing to Hold Trump Accountable Over Iran

Trump's threats against Iran and the inadequate response from Democrats highlight a critical political and humanitarian crisis.
#immigration
fromTruthout
6 days ago
US politics

Trump's War on Immigrants Has Shifted From Spectacle to Bureaucratic Blitz

The Trump administration continues to pursue anti-immigrant strategies through increased ICE arrests in Texas despite public opposition.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
US politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Trump's War on Immigrants Has Shifted From Spectacle to Bureaucratic Blitz

The Trump administration continues to pursue anti-immigrant strategies through increased ICE arrests in Texas despite public opposition.
US politics
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago

The partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security: What's next, and Trump's deadline

Congress is deadlocked over immigration funding, leading to the longest partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security in U.S. history.
Washington DC
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Thuds, an eerie silence, then chaos at Trump dinner with White House journalists

A gunman opened fire at a Washington Hilton event attended by President Trump, causing chaos and immediate security responses.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Maggie Haberman Says Trump Is Over the War: The President Would Like to Just Be Done With This'

President Trump wants to end the Iran war to focus on other priorities.
Washington DC
fromEsquire
1 week ago

Adios to Another Member of Trump's Esteemed Cabinet

Allegations of misconduct and a toxic work environment surround Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer, leading to her resignation amid congressional scrutiny.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

We've Stopped Noticing That Trump's Cabinet Meetings Are Completely Insane

The cabinet meeting covered a wide range of topics, revealing insights into the administration's priorities and communication style.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
3 weeks ago

The Most Transparent Presidency in History-And the Most Opaque

The Justice Department's Office of Legal Counsel declared the Presidential Records Act unconstitutional, potentially allowing Trump to destroy or take records from his administration.
World politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

Trump's Hit-and-Run Presidency

Trump's military actions against Venezuela and Iran represent regime-change nihilism rather than traditional imperialism, characterized by indifference to outcomes and a bomb-first approach.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

How the Theatrics of Mamdani's Trump Meeting Backfired

Wearing a dark hat and a mask to hide his face, the mayor boarded a flight to Washington, where-we now know-he met with President Donald Trump in the Oval Office. At their previous meeting, shortly after Mamdani's election victory in November, the unexpectedly cordial rapport between the democratic socialist mayor and the MAGA president generated headlines around the world.
NYC politics
#trump-administration
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago
US politics

Trump Just Caved On One of His Biggest Power Grabs

Trump's DOJ conceded district courts' authority to appoint U.S. attorneys, marking a significant retreat from its previous stance on executive power.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump Just Caved On One of His Biggest Power Grabs

Trump's DOJ conceded district courts' authority to appoint U.S. attorneys, marking a significant retreat from its previous stance on executive power.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Mamdani's meeting with Trump was a Trojan Horse triumph at the White House

Mamdani's office later confirmed the mayor pitched a proposal to secure $21bn in federal grants to make good on a central promise to create more citywide affordable housing. This would include the construction of a deck over the busy rail yard in Sunnyside, Queens to build 12,000 housing units. The president appeared enthusiastic, according to the mayor's chief spokesperson.
NYC politics
US politics
fromIntelligencer
3 weeks ago

Johnson Caves on DHS, But Shutdown Deal Could Unravel Again

The Senate passed a bill to reopen DHS, but House Republicans rejected it until a sudden agreement was reached with Trump's assurance of funding.
#presidential-authority
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war?

Trump launched military strikes against Iran citing self-defense, bypassing Congress, while Democrats challenged his constitutional authority and Republicans blocked a war powers resolution to halt further action.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

President or Congress? Who in the US has the power to declare war?

Trump launched military strikes against Iran citing self-defense, bypassing Congress, while Democrats challenged his constitutional authority and Republicans blocked a war powers resolution to halt further action.
fromPOLITICO
3 weeks ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
#presidential-war-powers
fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Congress realizes maybe it's a bad idea to let presidents declare war unilaterally after decades of letting it slide | Fortune

fromFortune
1 month ago
US politics

Congress realizes maybe it's a bad idea to let presidents declare war unilaterally after decades of letting it slide | Fortune

US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

Presidents' Days: From Obama to Trump

Obama affirmed democratic institutions and values in a planned Athens address; subsequent political developments revealed those values under assault.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

5 times Trump pushed Congress aside to take control

Trump has bypassed Congress on military actions against Iran and Venezuela, and imposed tariffs without approval, prompting bipartisan constitutional concerns over executive overreach.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

It's up to the United States Congress, not any president, to declare war'

Congress holds constitutional authority to declare war, not the president, despite the Senate failing to pass a resolution limiting Trump's military powers regarding Iran.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Annual governors' gathering with White House unraveling after Trump excludes Democrats

President Trump excluded Democratic governors from White House events, prompting the National Governors Association to drop its formal meeting and Democrats to boycott the dinner.
US politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | The Trump administration believes that it has the right to decide what the rule of law is | amNewYork

A federal judge invalidated the Trump administration's policy of deporting undocumented immigrants to third countries rather than their home countries, ruling it violates U.S. law protecting against torture and persecution.
US politics
fromTechCrunch
2 months ago

President Trump orders federal agencies to stop using Anthropic after Pentagon dispute | TechCrunch

President Trump directed federal agencies to cease using Anthropic products after the company refused to allow its AI for mass surveillance or autonomous weapons, with a six-month phase-out period.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Trump Administration's Bad Legal Takes Are Surprisingly Effective - Above the Law

The administration repeatedly targeted elite law firms with legally weak theories, and courts across the ideological spectrum consistently rejected those efforts.
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