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Three billionaires: America’s oligarchy is now fully exposed | Robert Reich
As Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk alter US media, the connections between wealth and power are in plain sight. One of the unacknowledged advantages of the horrendous era we’ve entered is ...The Guardian - 6d -
America's appetite for gold is 'sucking' bullion out of other countries
"Supply chains have been disrupted because of this huge sucking sound, which has been the United States," said World Gold Council's John Reade.CNBC - 6d -
Theater Ceiling Collapses During ‘Captain America’ Screening in Washington State
Only two people were watching “Captain America: Brave New World” when the ceiling fell. Neither person was injured.The New York Times - 6d -
Republican lawmaker on Trump-Zelensky meeting: 'A bad day for America’s foreign policy'
Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) characterized Friday’s contentious meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as a “bad day” for U.S. foreign policy. "A bad day for ...The Hill - 5d -
Eye on America: Exclusive look inside the intense training of U.S. Marshals
In Pennsylvania, we get an exclusive look at how the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force trains to apprehend some of the country’s most wanted criminals. And in Texas, we learn how lawmakers and ...CBS News - 4d -
Trump’s directives deal fatal blow to America’s offshore wind industry
Economic case looked bleak even before the president’s re-election sent a chill through sectorFinancial Times - 3d -
Voice of America Journalists Face Investigations for Comments About Trump
The broadcaster placed a longtime journalist on leave amid growing concerns about its editorial independence.The New York Times - 3d -
What Tesla’s tarnish tells us about America Inc
Elon Musk’s company, like the US itself, seems like a sellFinancial Times - 2d -
Texas workers face mounting dangers in the heart of America's greatest oil boom
This story was produced in partnership with the Pulitzer Center. It is part one of a four-part series. Jose Gonzalez* wore no mask, despite the toxic chemicals he worked with in the oilfield. "One ...The Hill - 2d -
She’s a Foot Soldier in America’s Losing War With Chronic Disease
In places like Mingo County, W.Va., where working-age people are dying at record rates, a nurse learns what it takes to make America healthy.The New York Times - 2d -
Americas at risk of losing measles elimination status, U.N. agency warns
More than 97% of measles cases across North and South America have been in the U.S. or Canada.CBS News - 1d -
Congress can fix America's broken patent system with one reform
By passing the RESTORE Patent Rights Act without delay, lawmakers can bring common sense fairness back to our nation's patent system.The Hill - 1d -
Trump: 'I was saved by God to make America great again'
President Trump paid tribute to Corey Comperatore, a firefighter and veteran who died shielding his wife and daughters from gunfire. He also reflected on his own survival, saying he was "saved by ...NBC News - 1d -
Trump's lies on tax cuts are another gut punch to America's working-class
He and congressional Republicans are getting ready to sell out Americans and our future so he can deliver massive tax cuts to billionaires like Elon Musk.The Hill - 10h -
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Trump's 'America First' doctrine faces early stress test
Presented by National Council on Aging — President Trump's "America first" foreign policy doctrine will face several stress tests in the coming days, as he weighs potential compromises on tariffs ...The Hill - 6h -
South Africa abruptly cancels budget speech as governing parties dispute the details
South Africa’s budget announcement by the finance minister has been abruptly canceled and rescheduled for next month over a dispute among parties in the governing coalitionABC News - Feb. 19 -
PBS and NPR on edge over FCC letter and Trump budget scrutiny
PBS President Paula Kerger has felt the heat from politicians over government funding before. But this time the FCC is focusing on the nonprofit's sponsorships.Los Angeles Times - Feb. 21 -
Details on Senate-passed GOP budget plan after "vote-a-rama"
Senate Republicans have passed a budget resolution after pulling an all-nighter through a process known as "vote-a-rama." The passage comes despite President Trump's earlier backing of a competing ...CBS News - Feb. 21 -
Republicans start to feel the heat on budget cuts: From the Politics Desk
House Republicans will face a budget resolution vote after hearing concerns from constituents about Trump and Musk's budget cuts.NBC News - Feb. 21 -
Jeffries urges full Dem attendance for GOP budget vote: ‘Pivotal’
House Democrats are united against the Republicans’ budget plan. But heading into this week’s vote on the resolution, Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) wants to ensure all of his troops are ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
Here's what upcoming budget negotiations may mean for Social Security
Benefit cuts are off the table for now in upcoming budget negotiations, experts say. But the agency may continue to struggle with customer service woes.CNBC - Feb. 25 -
Watch live: Progressive lawmakers speak on GOP's budget reconciliation hopes
The Congressional Progressive Caucus will give remarks Tuesday morning on the GOP-led budget resolution, which Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is hoping to bring to a floor vote in the afternoon. ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
Starmer announces big cut to UK aid budget to boost defence spending
PM confirms rise in military spending to 2.5% of GDP by 2027 – three years earlier than planned. Keir Starmer has announced drastic cuts to Britain’s international aid budget to help pay for a ...The Guardian - Feb. 25 -
Dem absences could help GOP pass its budget
House Democratic absences on Tuesday could help GOP leaders move their massive budget blueprint through the lower chamber. With just a hairline majority, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) has raced for ...The Hill - Feb. 25 -
In the Trump Era, Crafting a State Budget Becomes More Complicated
With funding from Washington uncertain, New Jersey, like other states, is budgeting cautiously.The New York Times - Feb. 25 -
The papers: UK ramps up defence budget and Europe's 'fight for peace'
The government's increase in defence spending and developments between Ukraine and the US dominate Wednesday's papers.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
Trump called Republicans to get their vote for Johnson's budget plan
President Trump called some Republican lawmakers to sway them to vote for House Speaker Mike Johnson's budget plan, as the congressional leader struggled to get the necessary numbers. CBS News' ...CBS News - Feb. 26 -
Johnson’s Budget Win Reflects a Speaker Dependent on Trump to Govern
The Louisiana Republican has made himself subservient to President Trump, whose help he needs to manage his fractious, unpredictable and tiny majority.The New York Times - Feb. 26 -
Senate Republicans 'aren't going to rubber stamp' Trump-backed budget plan
NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Melanie Zanona joins Meet the Press NOW to report on the House’s adoption of a budget plan aimed at advancing President Trump’s agenda.NBC News - Feb. 26 -
GOP Gambles on Budget Plan That Helps the Rich and Cuts Aid to the Poor
The House Republican budget plan would pair tax cuts that primarily benefit the rich with cuts to programs that help the poor.The New York Times - 6d -
Will Johnson's budget plan protect Medicaid like Trump promised?
House Speaker Mike Johnson says his budget plan will protect Medicaid benefits but will still probe for "fraud, waste and abuse." CBS News' Taurean Small reports.CBS News - 6d -
Jeffries warns major Medicaid cuts are coming with budget plan
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries says cuts to Medicaid will emerge from the budget negotiations in Congress. CBS News' Nidia Cavazos reports as President Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson ...CBS News - 6d -
Framework's Laptop 12 Could Inject New Life Into Budget Portable PCs
Budget Windows laptops still suck. Framework’s upcoming repairable and upgradeable machine could change the game.Wired - 6d -
Potential government shutdown if Congress doesn't reach budget plan
There may be a government shutdown if both chambers of Congress can't reach a deal on funding the government. This comes after the House narrowly passed House Speaker Mike Johnson's budget ...CBS News - 5d -
Anneliese Dodds resigns over Keir Starmer’s decision to cut aid budget
Exclusive: International development minister warns it will be ‘impossible’ to retain funding in Gaza, Sudan and Ukraine. Anneliese Dodds: soft left intellectual pushed to resign How much does ...The Guardian - 5d -
On new budget iPhone 16e, there's a big change in Apple's biometric security
With the new iPhone 16e, Apple is taking a break from fingerprint technology in its smartphone line-up. But the biometric separation may only be temporary.CNBC - 5d -
11 Best Strollers for Almost Every Budget and Need (2025)
Whether you’re pushing your kid down the street or running on a trail, we have a stroller for you.Wired - 4d -
Keir Starmer faces backbench rebellion over ‘shortsighted’ cuts to aid budget
MPs ask ‘what will be left of Labour programme?’ amid calls for rethink and plan to speak out against decision. Labour MP Emily Darlington: ‘International aid is as vital as defence spending – ...The Guardian - 3d
