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#law-enforcement
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

'Glaring gap in law closed': Met Police hail new rules as officers who fail vetting to be automatically sacked

Police officers failing background checks will lose their jobs to restore confidence in policing.
fromNew York Post
23 hours ago
Left-wing politics

Dems like Judge Hannah Dugan uphold the law by breaking it to help illegal immigrants

Judges must uphold the law, but Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of helping an illegal immigrant evade arrest.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

House Democrats demand briefing after immigration agents try to enter L.A. elementary schools

House Democrats are demanding accountability from DHS over its attempted outreach to students, which was misrepresented as welfare checks.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Former Tufts Medical doctor gets a decade in prison for trying to sex traffic 14-year-old girl

A former anesthesiologist was sentenced to 10 years for attempted sex trafficking of a child after responding to an undercover advertisement.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

'Glaring gap in law closed': Met Police hail new rules as officers who fail vetting to be automatically sacked

Police officers failing background checks will lose their jobs to restore confidence in policing.
fromNew York Post
23 hours ago
Left-wing politics

Dems like Judge Hannah Dugan uphold the law by breaking it to help illegal immigrants

Judges must uphold the law, but Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan is accused of helping an illegal immigrant evade arrest.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

House Democrats demand briefing after immigration agents try to enter L.A. elementary schools

House Democrats are demanding accountability from DHS over its attempted outreach to students, which was misrepresented as welfare checks.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Former Tufts Medical doctor gets a decade in prison for trying to sex traffic 14-year-old girl

A former anesthesiologist was sentenced to 10 years for attempted sex trafficking of a child after responding to an undercover advertisement.
more#law-enforcement
#trump
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

A weird partisan pattern of trust in the Fed

Trust in the Federal Reserve is influenced by the political party in power, complicating the narrative of its independence.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Office Star Calls Out Media As Queen of Denial' After MSNBC Host Blames Trump, Musk for Loss of Public Faith

Media trust eroded due to coverage denial and mismanagement related to Biden's administration issues.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

A weird partisan pattern of trust in the Fed

Trust in the Federal Reserve is influenced by the political party in power, complicating the narrative of its independence.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Office Star Calls Out Media As Queen of Denial' After MSNBC Host Blames Trump, Musk for Loss of Public Faith

Media trust eroded due to coverage denial and mismanagement related to Biden's administration issues.
more#trump
#immigration
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Judge busted for allegedly helping illegal migrant evade ICE was once finalist for 'Most Trusted Public Official'

Judge Hannah Dugan, once a finalist for a 'Most Trusted Public Official' award, faces serious legal charges for allegedly helping illegal immigrants evade arrest.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Judge busted for allegedly helping illegal migrant evade ICE was once finalist for 'Most Trusted Public Official'

Judge Hannah Dugan, once a finalist for a 'Most Trusted Public Official' award, faces serious legal charges for allegedly helping illegal immigrants evade arrest.
more#immigration
#government-accountability
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
4 days 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.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Exclusive | Senator Joni Ernst wants IRS workers, contractors to pay back up to $46M in taxes they owe

The IRS is urged to enforce tax compliance among its employees due to significant unpaid tax amounts.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

The IRS's next target should be its own tax-dodging workforce

The IRS should collect unpaid taxes from its employees before pursuing payments from citizens.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
4 days 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.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Exclusive | Senator Joni Ernst wants IRS workers, contractors to pay back up to $46M in taxes they owe

The IRS is urged to enforce tax compliance among its employees due to significant unpaid tax amounts.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
Non-profit organizations

The IRS's next target should be its own tax-dodging workforce

The IRS should collect unpaid taxes from its employees before pursuing payments from citizens.
more#government-accountability
#journalism
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Police officers who fail background checks will be sacked under new powers

The Independent focuses on accessible investigative journalism, covering urgent issues while rejecting paywalls
New regulations will enable police forces to dismiss unfit officers promptly, enhancing accountability
fromBig Think
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Depression and anxiety triggers are 'best practices' in bad journalism

The news must evolve to regain public trust and address societal division.
The decline in trust among American adults towards news outlets poses challenges for problem-solving.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Badenoch says Tories braced for very difficult' set of local election results

Kemi Badenoch warns of significant challenges for the Conservative Party in upcoming local elections, reflecting on past defeats and future expectations.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Police officers who fail background checks will be sacked under new powers

The Independent focuses on accessible investigative journalism, covering urgent issues while rejecting paywalls
New regulations will enable police forces to dismiss unfit officers promptly, enhancing accountability
fromBig Think
3 weeks ago
Mental health

Depression and anxiety triggers are 'best practices' in bad journalism

The news must evolve to regain public trust and address societal division.
The decline in trust among American adults towards news outlets poses challenges for problem-solving.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Badenoch says Tories braced for very difficult' set of local election results

Kemi Badenoch warns of significant challenges for the Conservative Party in upcoming local elections, reflecting on past defeats and future expectations.
more#journalism
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Police officers who fail background checks to be automatically sacked

Police officers in England and Wales failing background checks will be automatically dismissed, enhancing public trust in policing.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Half of Reform UK voters don't believe in the Covid vaccine, poll shows

The Independent emphasizes the importance of unbiased journalism in reporting on public opinion regarding Covid-19 vaccines.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Tories call for ban on police recording of non-crime hate incidents'

The Conservatives propose limiting police recording of non-crime hate incidents to focus resources on actual crime prevention.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Half of Reform UK voters don't believe in the Covid vaccine, poll shows

The Independent emphasizes the importance of unbiased journalism in reporting on public opinion regarding Covid-19 vaccines.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
UK politics

Tories call for ban on police recording of non-crime hate incidents'

The Conservatives propose limiting police recording of non-crime hate incidents to focus resources on actual crime prevention.
more#reproductive-rights
#covid-19
Right-wing politics
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Can public trust in science survive a second battering?

Public trust in science has faced unprecedented challenges but is beginning to show signs of recovery amid existing political divides.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Smug experts shattered our trust - now 'charlatans and cranks' fill the void

Trust in expertise remains important despite failures; abandoning it can lead to negative consequences.
Critiques of experts like Fauci should not undermine the validity of expertise itself.
Right-wing politics
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Can public trust in science survive a second battering?

Public trust in science has faced unprecedented challenges but is beginning to show signs of recovery amid existing political divides.
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Smug experts shattered our trust - now 'charlatans and cranks' fill the void

Trust in expertise remains important despite failures; abandoning it can lead to negative consequences.
Critiques of experts like Fauci should not undermine the validity of expertise itself.
more#covid-19
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

The Russian TV Darling Gunning for U.S. Attorney

Ed Martin's appearances on Russian state television raise serious concerns about his nomination to be a U.S. attorney.
#ethics
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

As a Candidate, He Wanted to Ban Congressional Stock Trading. In Office, He Trades Freely.

Rob Bresnahan Jr. criticized stock trading by Congress but has since engaged in it himself after being elected.
fromSan Jose Inside
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Former Santa Clara Councilmember Anthony Becker Gets Work Program Alternative to Jail for Perjury

Anthony Becker received a 40-day jail sentence for lying under oath and leaking a confidential Grand Jury report.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 weeks ago

As a Candidate, He Wanted to Ban Congressional Stock Trading. In Office, He Trades Freely.

Rob Bresnahan Jr. criticized stock trading by Congress but has since engaged in it himself after being elected.
fromSan Jose Inside
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Former Santa Clara Councilmember Anthony Becker Gets Work Program Alternative to Jail for Perjury

Anthony Becker received a 40-day jail sentence for lying under oath and leaking a confidential Grand Jury report.
more#ethics
Artificial intelligence
fromData Matters Privacy Blog
3 weeks ago

New Pathway of Regulating Artificial Intelligence in Switzerland: Competitive Edge or Challenge? | Data Matters Privacy Blog

Switzerland opts for sector-specific AI regulation integrating into existing laws, focusing on innovation and societal risk management.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
National Football League

Martin Breheny: Codology around finals participation damages both league and championship

Counties' distrust in national decision-makers reflects a broader issue of credibility in public discourse.
#uk-politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Judge 'deeply troubled' by PMQs exchange on Gazans settling in UK

Judicial independence and the rule of law are essential, especially amid political disagreements over immigration policies.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Not appropriate to take free tickets, minister says

Ministers should ethically consider accepting gifts like concert tickets, maintaining public trust amidst scrutiny.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Judge 'deeply troubled' by PMQs exchange on Gazans settling in UK

Judicial independence and the rule of law are essential, especially amid political disagreements over immigration policies.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Not appropriate to take free tickets, minister says

Ministers should ethically consider accepting gifts like concert tickets, maintaining public trust amidst scrutiny.
more#uk-politics
#critical-thinking
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
OMG science

Safeguarding Scientific Integrity in the Age of AI

Scientific integrity requires the presentation of all data, including contradictory findings, to restore public trust in science.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago
OMG science

Safeguarding Scientific Integrity in the Age of AI

Scientific integrity requires the presentation of all data, including contradictory findings, to restore public trust in science.
more#critical-thinking
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK politics

Reeves accepted free tickets to Sabrina Carpenter concert' as freebies row reignites

Extravagant gifts to officials, like concert tickets amid budget cuts, highlight the disconnection from the public during a cost of living crisis.
#government-efficiency
NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How DOGE Hides Its Work, and Trump Targets Climate Rules

Musk's Department of Government Efficiency presented inflated savings figures, revealing flaws in its data methodology.
fromMedium
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Elon Musk's AI Plan for Government Efficiency Sparks Transparency Concerns

Elon Musk's DOGE initiative aims to integrate AI in government but lacks transparency and raises accountability concerns.
NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

How DOGE Hides Its Work, and Trump Targets Climate Rules

Musk's Department of Government Efficiency presented inflated savings figures, revealing flaws in its data methodology.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
2 months ago

Elon Musk's AI Plan for Government Efficiency Sparks Transparency Concerns

Elon Musk's DOGE initiative aims to integrate AI in government but lacks transparency and raises accountability concerns.
more#government-efficiency
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Met officer sent sexual messages to woman in 70s and called teen girl cute'

A Metropolitan Police officer was barred for sending inappropriate and sexual messages to vulnerable individuals.
PC Gilligan failed to respect the public, leading to a misconduct hearing and his resignation.
Canada news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Will Canadians Warm Up to Mark Carney, the Liberal Party Front-Runner Eyeing Trudeau's Job?

The 2007 financial crisis marked a pivotal moment for Mark Carney, influencing his career and highlighting public trust issues in institutions.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Justice Jackson Offers Common Sense Argument For How Judicial Diversity Benefits Everyone - Above the Law

Justice Jackson advocates for diversity in the judiciary to boost public confidence in the rule of law.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Cal State Long Beach athletics staffers stole thousands from school, D.A. says

Two former CSULB athletic department employees face felony charges for allegedly stealing over $36,000 through a payroll fraud scheme.
SF food
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

He Fought Claims of Harm From Infant Formula. Now He Regulates It.

FDA's new food division head previously defended formula maker Abbott Laboratories against claims of harm to premature infants.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Democrats, media still refusing to own the Biden-decline coverup

Biden's aides acknowledged concerns about his age but chose to mislead the public, fostering distrust among voters.
#police-accountability
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Doug Ford's son-in-law facing misconduct charges from Toronto Police Service | CBC News

Staff Sgt. Ernest "Dave" Haynes faces multiple police act charges for discreditable conduct, breach of trust, and insubordination due to social media and email misconduct.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

Changes to law would give police licence to kill', UK rights groups warn

Proposed law changes may weaken police accountability, raising concerns among rights groups about trust in law enforcement.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Doug Ford's son-in-law facing misconduct charges from Toronto Police Service | CBC News

Staff Sgt. Ernest "Dave" Haynes faces multiple police act charges for discreditable conduct, breach of trust, and insubordination due to social media and email misconduct.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London

Changes to law would give police licence to kill', UK rights groups warn

Proposed law changes may weaken police accountability, raising concerns among rights groups about trust in law enforcement.
more#police-accountability
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

No confidence' in Mayor Adams at Lower Manhattan rally

The People's Plan campaign aims to reshape NYC's 2026 budget while expressing discontent with Mayor Adams' leadership.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Venomous' attacks on attorney general undermining rule of law, say UK lawyers

Personal attacks on Attorney General Richard Hermer threaten public trust in the legal system and the rule of law.
fromNextgov.com
2 months ago
Information security

A five-step plan for securing generative AI at government agencies

Generative AI is significantly enhancing productivity across U.S. government agencies, despite concerns about public trust and data security.
#trump-administration
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Trump's FBI chief pick, Kash Patel, says the bureau has lost trust and he's the one to restore it

Kash Patel pledges due process and transparency as he seeks to restore public trust in the FBI amidst skepticism about his loyalty.
Miscellaneous
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Trump's FBI chief pick, Kash Patel, says the bureau has lost trust and he's the one to restore it

Kash Patel pledges due process and transparency as he seeks to restore public trust in the FBI amidst skepticism about his loyalty.
more#trump-administration
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

With a trial lawyer's instincts, St. George steers the court system forward | amNewYork

Norman St. George emphasizes streamlining New York's state court system to ensure justice is administered effectively and maintains public trust.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Blame game kicks off, with first cracks starting to appear in the Coalition

The Coalition government is experiencing internal criticism over housing developments and crisis management, resulting in a loss of initial support.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Writing

What's Fact and What's Fiction in Apple Cider Vinegar

Apple Cider Vinegar explores the dangerous impact of social media influencers on public health and the challenge of discerning truth online.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Digital life

Deadly Crash Focuses Attention on Helicopter Traffic at Reagan Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration closed specific helicopter routes following the Black Hawk and jet collision to enhance aviation safety and restore public confidence.
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago
Miami

Ethics commission dismisses complaint against Doral vice mayor, gives her instruction

The ethics investigation of Doral Vice Mayor Maureen Porras concluded with no charges due to insufficient evidence of wrongdoing.
#corporate-responsibility
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Edelman sounds alarm over 'descent into grievance' in Davos but whose fault is that? | Adam Lowenstein

Public trust is declining, with 20% of people feeling highly aggrieved as reported in Edelman's trust barometer.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ralph Nader, Consumer Crusader (Throwback)

The U.S. consumer movement, led by Ralph Nader, empowered citizens to demand corporate accountability during times of distrust.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Edelman sounds alarm over 'descent into grievance' in Davos but whose fault is that? | Adam Lowenstein

Public trust is declining, with 20% of people feeling highly aggrieved as reported in Edelman's trust barometer.
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ralph Nader, Consumer Crusader (Throwback)

The U.S. consumer movement, led by Ralph Nader, empowered citizens to demand corporate accountability during times of distrust.
more#corporate-responsibility
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

Oakland leaders react to former Mayor Sheng Thao's bribery accusations: 'Shocked and disappointed'

Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces serious federal indictments, impacting public trust and highlighting long-standing corruption issues in the city.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Lords debate government approach to automated decision-making | Computer Weekly

The UK government believes existing reforms adequately address concerns about algorithmic decision-making in the public sector.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Thames Valley Police chief constable suspended over gross misconduct claims

The Thames Valley Police chief constable has been suspended amid allegations of gross misconduct regarding sensitive information handling.
#political-leadership
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

The Victims of the L.A. Fires Have Nowhere to Turn

Political leaders now struggle to provide comfort during crises, reflecting a broader loss of trust in their ability to lead during disasters.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Trump's Election Tells Us About the User Experience of Government

Public trust in government is at historic lows, necessitating a focus on improving government services rather than just messaging.
fromThe New Yorker
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

The Victims of the L.A. Fires Have Nowhere to Turn

Political leaders now struggle to provide comfort during crises, reflecting a broader loss of trust in their ability to lead during disasters.
fromtime.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

What Trump's Election Tells Us About the User Experience of Government

Public trust in government is at historic lows, necessitating a focus on improving government services rather than just messaging.
more#political-leadership
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Inmate who had sex with HMP Wandsworth officer attacked while holding baby

A prison officer's misconduct led to a significant attack on the inmate Linton Weirich and his child during a prison visit.
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