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‘Straight-up BS’: Democratic chair attacks Bernie Sanders’ election critique
Sanders’ analysis that Democrats lost because they failed working-class voters scorned by party chair Jaime Harrison. US elections 2024 – live updates Amid Democratic mourning over the loss ...World - The Guardian - November 7 -
Powell, Fed Chair, Will Likely Face Heavy Pressure From Trump
The chair of the Federal Reserve made clear he would not resign, even under pressure. But pressure from the White House is likely, market watchers say.Business - The New York Times - 6 days ago -
Texas Democratic Party Chair to step down after brutal defeats
In the aftermath of his party’s brutal shellacking in the 2024 elections, Texas Democratic Party chair Gilberto Hinojosa has announced he will step down in March. Over his 12-year tenure, Hinojosa ...Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago -
Former Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler to co-chair Trump's inaugural committee
Former Georgia Sen. Kelly Loeffler will co-chair President-elect Trump’s inaugural committee alongside Steve Witkoff, Trump's campaign announced Saturday. The Republican leader said the committee ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
Rep. Richard Hudson seeks second term as NRCC chair
National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) Chair Richard Hudson (N.C.) is seeking a second term as head of the House GOP’s campaign arm, ending speculation about his next move and setting ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
'You're on the edge of your chair,' Isabella Rossellini says of her 'Conclave'
Working on the thriller of sorts about selecting a new pope, the actor says it fed her brain and was just what she looks for in a role.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 2 days ago -
'Reckless pick': Lawmakers express doubts that Gaetz can get confirmed as attorney general
“I think he has a zero percent shot of getting through the Senate," said Donald Trump ally Rep. Max Miller.Politics - Politico - Yesterday -
Branch Black Friday Sale (2024): Early Deals on Office Chairs
Our top office chair and standing desk recommendations are on sale through December 2.Tech - Wired - 3 days ago -
Freedom Caucus chair moves to undo rogue floor procedure call
Rep. Andy Harris (R-Md.), the chair of the House Freedom Caucus, has nullified a rogue floor procedural move he pulled off with outgoing Rep. Bob Good (R-Va.) last week that raised questions about ...Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago -
This lounge chair made of 1984 L.A. Olympics merch is a tribute to what's coming
Artist Darren Romanelli teamed up with Goodwill and scoured EBay to piece together his Olympic-themed lounge chair and ottoman.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - Yesterday -
Tim Scott takes over as NRSC chair for 2026 cycle
Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) will take over as chair of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) and helm the campaign efforts for the 2026 cycle. Scott won the chair position Wednesday and ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
New York's Espaillat running unopposed for Hispanic Caucus chair
New York Democratic Rep. Adriano Espaillat is all but certain to lead congressional Hispanic Democrats next year, as he is running unopposed to head the group. Espaillat’s tenure as Congressional ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Watch Fed Chair Powell speak live to business leaders in the Dallas area
The appearance comes one week after policymakers again voted to lower their key interest rate by a quarter percentage point.Business - CNBC - 10 hours ago -
Fed Chair Jerome Powell Says No Need to ‘Hurry’ to Cut Rates
A strong economy is giving Federal Reserve officials room to move “carefully” as they lower interest rates, the central bank chair said.Business - The New York Times - 9 hours ago -
Who Trump Wants for Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chair
There are several names being floated for CTFC chair.Business - Inc. - 8 hours ago -
Former SEC chair Jay Clayton tapped as Wall Street’s top cop
Donald Trump also selects lawyers from criminal cases for other high-level posts in his administrationBusiness - Financial Times - 6 hours ago -
Furniture of Champions: How Paris Olympics Tables and Chairs Are Finding a Second Life Online
Sold and auctioned off to small businesses, Olympic Village decor lives on in a seemingly endless chain of resellers.Business - Inc. - October 16 -
Disney will name Bob Iger's replacement in early 2026; James Gorman to become board chair next year
Former Morgan Stanley CEO James Gorman will replace Nike Executive Chairman Mark Parker as chairman in January.Business - CNBC - October 21 -
Patriot — Alexei Navalny’s fight for a ‘beautiful Russia’, in his own words
The memoir of Putin’s murdered opponent is a worthy testament to his courage, defiance and humourWorld - Financial Times - October 22 -
Harris' closing argument will focus on 'contrast' between her and Trump: Harris campaign co-chair
Harris Campaign Co-Chair Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) joins Meet the Press NOW to discuss Vice President Kamala Harris' closing argument as Election Day nears.Politics - NBC News - October 23 -
CNN's Jim Acosta to Georgia GOP chair: 'What you're saying is horse crap'
CNN anchor Jim Acosta and a top Georgia Republican sparred Thursday over former President Trump's false claims of a stolen election in 2020. “You’re making suggestions that that there was some kind ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
Senate Intelligence chair presses web domain companies to take action against Russian influence operations
Senate Intelligence Committee Chair Mark Warner (D-Va.) pressed a select group of domain registrars in the U.S. to address alleged abuse of their services by Russian influence operations during the ...Politics - The Hill - October 24 -
OpenAI Chair’s AI Startup Sierra Gets $4.5 Billion Valuation in Latest Funding Round
Former Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor’s company keeps pulling in money from top VC firms as expectations mount.Business - Inc. - October 29 -
RNC Chair on why Haley isn’t stumping for Trump: ‘You’d have to take that up with her’
Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair Michael Whatley did not directly address why former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley is not campaigning for former President Trump, with just ...Politics - The Hill - October 31 -
TEPCO ex-chair at time of Fukushima nuclear disaster dies at 84 while on trial over responsibility
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings' former chairperson, who led the emergency response after a meltdown at its Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant and was accused of being responsible for failing to ...Tech - ABC News - October 31 -
TEPCO ex-chair at time of Fukushima nuclear disaster dies at 84 while on trial
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings' former chairperson, who led the emergency response after a meltdown at its Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant and was accused of being responsible for failing to ...World - ABC News - October 31 -
CFP Selection Committee's new chair: Why Michigan AD Warde Manuel is adding another headache to his plate
Love of the game compels the 13 members of the College Football Playoff Selection Committee to travel to Texas each week, but the chairman has to do a lot more than thatSports - CBS Sports - November 4 -
NRCC chair predicts GOP sees net gain in House but ‘not going to be double digits’
National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) Chair Rep. Richard Hudson (R-N.C.) on Tuesday said he anticipated House Republicans would pick up seats, but the net gain is “not going to be ...Politics - The Hill - November 5 -
Watch live: Fed Chair Jerome Powell speaks after interest rate cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will remarks Thursday afternoon as the independent central bank prepares to cut interest rates for a second time. The decision comes after the administration ...Politics - The Hill - November 7 -
Fed Chair Powell says he won't resign if Trump asks him to step down
Fed Chair Jerome Powell responded with a one-word answer when asked if he'd step down if asked by President-elect Donald Trump.Top stories - CBS News - November 7 -
Fed Chair Jerome Powell says he won't resign if Trump tries to remove him
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said he would not step down if pressured by President-elect Trump. The Fed also cut interest rates by one quarter of a percentage point. MoneyWatch ...Top stories - CBS News - 6 days ago -
Fed chair says Trump can't remove him. Could Trump still influence interest rates?
The standoff carries high stakes for the U.S. economy, experts said.Top stories - ABC News - 6 days ago