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Newsom’s $347 Million in Behested Donations Draw Ethics Scrutiny
politics27 days ago

Newsom’s $347 Million in Behested Donations Draw Ethics Scrutiny

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has reported more than $347 million in behested payments since 2011, with major donors like Blue Shield and Kaiser linking to no‑bid contracts and policy decisions. The practice, legal yet controversial, has renewed pay‑to‑play concerns as federal investigations into Newsom and his wife, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, continue and as the California Partners Project receives donor funding; Newsom maintains donations don’t drive decisions and has paid a $31,500 ethics fine for late reporting.

via New York Post|
#behested-payments#california-politics#campaign-finance
Minneapolis prosecutors warn more resignations could come over federal shooting probes
politics5 months ago

Minneapolis prosecutors warn more resignations could come over federal shooting probes

Federal prosecutors in Minneapolis warned U.S. Attorney Dan Rosen that more resignations could follow if the office does not open civil rights investigations into two fatal shootings by immigration agents, amid concerns over DHS-led probes, pressure to rush charges, and ongoing staffing losses after several resignations.

via CBS News|
#federal-investigations#immigration-enforcement#minneapolis
Trump Demands $230 Million from DOJ Amid Legal Controversies
politics8 months ago

Trump Demands $230 Million from DOJ Amid Legal Controversies

Donald Trump claims he has the authority to decide whether the government should pay him approximately $230 million for damages related to past investigations, including the Mar-a-Lago search and Russia interference inquiries, under the Federal Tort Claims Act, despite the law's restrictions and the unusual nature of a sitting president seeking damages from the government for investigations into his own conduct.

via The Guardian|
#damages#donald-trump#federal-investigations
Feds scrutinize Harvard’s finances and race data amid ongoing investigations
education9 months ago

Feds scrutinize Harvard’s finances and race data amid ongoing investigations

The Trump administration has intensified its pressure on Harvard University by demanding proof of its financial stability and guarantees for federal debts, amid ongoing investigations and stalled negotiations over federal research funding and campus policies. Harvard has resisted some of these demands, and the situation has led to concerns about the university's long-term financial health and ongoing federal scrutiny.

via The New York Times|
#administration-pressure#education#federal-funding
Harvard and Trump Administration's Legal Battles: A Complex Outcome
education10 months ago

Harvard and Trump Administration's Legal Battles: A Complex Outcome

Negotiations between Harvard and the Trump administration over a settlement to restore research funding and address investigations have stalled due to internal disagreements within the administration, with some officials pushing for harsher terms and others favoring a lenient deal, amidst ongoing legal battles and political pressures.

via The New York Times|
#education#federal-investigations#harvard
Trump Administration Ends Musk's '5 Things' Emails Amidst Latest Developments
politics11 months ago

Trump Administration Ends Musk's '5 Things' Emails Amidst Latest Developments

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. canceled nearly $500 million in mRNA vaccine research funding, criticizing the technology, while other political and legal developments include a court blocking FEMA disaster funding reallocation, Trump’s efforts to investigate Epstein and his political enemies, and various administrative actions and investigations related to his presidency. The article highlights ongoing political conflicts, legal battles, and policy shifts during Trump's administration.

via The New York Times|
#disaster-funding#epstein-files#federal-investigations
Trump Highlights Harvard Settlement Talks and Legal Developments
politics1 year ago

Trump Highlights Harvard Settlement Talks and Legal Developments

President Trump claimed that Harvard University is in active settlement negotiations with the White House, possibly related to ongoing lawsuits and federal investigations into the university's funding, diversity programs, and political activities, though no evidence or details were provided. The talks, if confirmed, could lead to a historic resolution, amidst a backdrop of federal actions against Harvard, including funding freezes and legal challenges.

via The Harvard Crimson|
#federal-investigations#harvard#politics
"Boeing Enhances Quality Checks and Oversight for 737 MAX Planes"
aviation-safety-regulations2 years ago

"Boeing Enhances Quality Checks and Oversight for 737 MAX Planes"

Boeing announces additional inspections and reviews of its 737 jets and supplier processes following a midflight incident, as the FAA launches an audit of the 737-9 Max production line and opens an investigation into Boeing's safety procedures. The incident, along with other quality-control issues, has led to the grounding of dozens of Max 9 aircraft and raised concerns about the company's manufacturing practices. Passengers on the affected flight have sued Boeing, alleging physical and emotional trauma.

via The Washington Post|
#737-max#aviation-safety-regulations#boeing