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9th Circuit blocks Trump plan to bypass Senate in U.S. Attorney appointments
politics7 days ago

9th Circuit blocks Trump plan to bypass Senate in U.S. Attorney appointments

The Ninth Circuit unanimously blocked the Trump DOJ’s attempt to install acting U.S. attorneys by designating a first assistant after vacancies, ruling that automatic succession only applies when the first assistant held the role at the vacancy’s start. The decision undermines efforts to bypass Senate confirmation and push loyalists into blue-state offices, part of broader White House–DOJ tactics that could widen politically charged investigations. The memo also notes a new White House–overseen National Fraud Enforcement Division, a potential Tina Peters role in Shasta County elections, a Ninth Circuit subpoena related to transgender care, the Supreme Court’s defeat of Trump in E. Jean Carroll’s defamation case, and a pause in Big Bend construction amid GOP opposition.

via Talking Points Memo|
#acting-us-attorney#blue-states#doj
Court Records Tie DOE Grant Cancellations to State Politics
politics29 days ago

Court Records Tie DOE Grant Cancellations to State Politics

Court documents from a California scientists’ lawsuit reveal the DOE canceled more than 284 clean-energy grants in Oct 2025 based solely on the political identity of the recipient state (blue vs. non-blue), contradicting DOE Secretary Wright’s testimony that decisions were merit-based; about 624 additional grants were identified for termination, with broader implications for democratic norms as lawmakers condemn partisan use of federal funding and other agencies pursue politically charged actions against states over voting-related issues.

via Democracy Docket|
#blue-states#court-documents#energy-policy
Trump Admin Admits Canceling Clean-Energy Grants Because of State Votes
politics1 month ago

Trump Admin Admits Canceling Clean-Energy Grants Because of State Votes

In a July 15 federal court filing, the Energy Department said it recommended terminating more than 600 clean-energy grants in states that voted for Kamala Harris in 2024, with 284 grants canceled in October 2025, acknowledging the decision was based on the political identity of the recipient’s state. Democrats condemned the move as partisan retaliation and weaponizing federal spending against blue states, while the administration argues the action was part of a broader policy push.

via CNN|
#blue-states#clean-energy#grants
Energy Department admits grants canceled based on state politics
politics1 month ago

Energy Department admits grants canceled based on state politics

A court filing reveals the Energy Department acknowledged that about 284 federal research grants were canceled solely because the recipient state voted for the Democratic candidate in 2024 (blue states with two Democratic senators), with 340 other grants proposed for termination but not canceled. The DOE said the tranche was selected for political reasons rather than programmatic factors, while officials later disputed that the terminations were politically motivated. The episode unfolds amid White House and OMB moves to grant political appointees greater control over federal grants and their alignment with the president’s priorities.

via NBC News|
#blue-states#court-filing#department-of-energy
politics2 months ago

Homan Emerges as Trump’s Frontline Negotiator in Immigration Showdowns

Tom Homan, the White House’s border czar, has emerged as the Trump administration’s key envoy for negotiating immigration fights in blue states, traveling to Newark to broker settlements at Delaney Hall, push for protest zones, and coordinate with state and local authorities, signaling a shift from big raids to negotiated enforcement—relying on his decades of enforcement credibility and ability to work with Democrats, though his influence is viewed with mixed sentiments by stakeholders.

via Politico|
#blue-states#border-security#immigration
Trump’s FEMA relief push leaves out several blue states
politics5 months ago

Trump’s FEMA relief push leaves out several blue states

Trump’s administration plans to release over $5 billion in long-delayed FEMA disaster relief, part of a backlog exceeding $14 billion, but California, Illinois, Minnesota, and Colorado will not receive funding this round, fueling accusations of political maneuvering amid a DHS funding deadline. FEMA says decisions are based on project readiness and oversight, with other funds still tangled in the backlog and replenishment from Congress needed for further relief.

via CNN|
#backlog#blue-states#disaster-relief
Reality check: U.S. electricity costs are rising across the political spectrum
politics6 months ago

Reality check: U.S. electricity costs are rising across the political spectrum

New data show electricity prices are rising nationwide, not just in blue states; four states logged price drops, while others saw increases driven by aging infrastructure, wildfire-mitigation costs in California, natural gas volatility, and growing demand from data centers. Experts say the trend is multi-factor and not limited to blue-state policies, even as renewables and coal decisions influence costs.

via CNN|
#blue-states#electricity-prices#energy-policy
politics7 months ago

OMB launches data review of federal funding in 14 blue states and DC

The White House Office of Management and Budget ordered a data-gathering review of federal funding for 14 Democratic-led states plus Washington, D.C., to map funding scope and potential fraud risk, with responses due by Jan. 28. States listed: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, and Washington, D.C.; the memo says this is a data-collection exercise and does not withhold funds.

via Politico|
#blue-states#blue-states-is-already-included#democratic-states
GOP Criticizes Trump’s Policies Impacting Blue States and Climate Funding
politics10 months ago

GOP Criticizes Trump’s Policies Impacting Blue States and Climate Funding

Senator Thom Tillis criticized the Trump administration's targeted funding cuts to blue states during the government shutdown, warning it could deepen the impasse and harm future bipartisan negotiations. The administration's actions, including canceling billions in infrastructure and green energy funds, have caused concern among some Republicans, while others, like House Speaker Mike Johnson, defended the approach. President Trump has also posted controversial videos, including one depicting the OMB director as the Grim Reaper, amid ongoing political tensions.

via The Daily Beast|
#blue-states#funding-cuts#gop
High Crime Rates Persist in Red State Cities, Trump Calls for Action
crime-and-safety11 months ago

High Crime Rates Persist in Red State Cities, Trump Calls for Action

Despite claims by Donald Trump that Chicago is the world's most dangerous city, crime data shows that violent crime rates in major US cities are declining, especially in Democratic-led states, with cities in red states like Jackson, Mississippi, experiencing higher murder rates. Trump focuses on blue cities like Chicago and Baltimore, which have seen significant drops in violence, while crime remains higher in some Republican-led cities. Overall, US homicide rates are at historic lows, and the pattern of violence reduction is widespread across the country.

via The Guardian|
#blue-states#chicago#crime-and-safety