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New Jersey Erases 6,600 Noncitizen Registrations After DMV Software Glitch
politics1 month ago

New Jersey Erases 6,600 Noncitizen Registrations After DMV Software Glitch

A DMV software error led to about 6,600 people being incorrectly registered as noncitizens on New Jersey’s voter rolls between mid-2023 and mid-2024. Gov. Mikie Sherrill ordered their removal and opened an investigation, noting fewer than 400 of those registrations resulted in actual votes. The Motor Vehicle Commission is replacing the IDEMIA system with a new vendor, with a fresh rollout expected next year. Officials say there’s no evidence the incident swayed elections, while critics argue it feeds debates over election integrity.

via Axios|
#elections#government-accountability#new-jersey
Jet use by FBI chief cited in delayed Brown University shooting response
politics6 months ago

Jet use by FBI chief cited in delayed Brown University shooting response

Whistleblower and sources allege FBI Director Kash Patel diverted a second FBI jet for a different unit, delaying the evidence-response team’s arrival at Brown University’s mass shooting and forcing agents to drive through a snowstorm to Providence; Durbin to GAO and DOJ OIG, accusing Patel of misusing aircraft and harming FBI operations. The FBI disputes the timeline, saying the case was state-led and no plane was needed, while noting Patel’s travel largely did not impede the mission. The December 13, 2025 shooting left two students dead and several others injured, with subsequent events cited in ongoing oversight discussions.

via MS NOW|
#aircraftaviation#fbi#government-accountability
Climate Disasters and Staffing Shortages Threaten Effective Weather Response
world1 year ago

Climate Disasters and Staffing Shortages Threaten Effective Weather Response

The article examines the tragic flooding in Texas's Kerr County, highlighting concerns over whether local officials effectively responded to early warnings from the National Weather Service, amidst broader issues of disaster preparedness and response failures in recent US disasters like wildfires in Maui and fires in Los Angeles, raising questions about government accountability and communication during emergencies.

via Yahoo|
#disaster-response#emergency-warnings#government-accountability
FBI and DHS Chiefs Face Backlash for Skipping Senate Hearing on Security Threats
politics1 year ago

FBI and DHS Chiefs Face Backlash for Skipping Senate Hearing on Security Threats

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and FBI Director Christopher Wray did not attend a Senate Homeland Security Committee hearing, marking a significant break from tradition. This absence was criticized by committee chairman Sen. Gary Peters as depriving the public of important information on national security efforts. The FBI and DHS cited the need for classified discussions as a reason for their absence. This development comes as both officials are likely nearing the end of their tenures with the incoming Trump administration.

via Axios|
#fbi#government-accountability#homeland-security
Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Dolton Mayor Henyard
politics2 years ago

Lori Lightfoot Hired to Investigate Dolton Mayor Henyard

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has been hired as a special investigator by the Dolton Board of Trustees to look into various issues surrounding Mayor Tiffany Henyard, including her trip to Las Vegas, spending reports, and alleged misconduct. Lightfoot will be paid $400 an hour for her fact-finding mission, and the board expects full cooperation from all relevant parties. Despite skepticism and potential resistance, the board is determined to ensure government accountability and transparency in Dolton.

via WGN TV Chicago|
#dolton#government-accountability#investigation
government-accountability2 years ago

"Pentagon's Poor Tracking of $1B Ukraine Arms Aid Revealed by Watchdog"

The Pentagon failed to adequately track more than $1 billion worth of arms and equipment given to Ukraine, according to a watchdog report. The report found that the Pentagon did not have accurate records for nearly $1.3 billion in arms and equipment, raising concerns about accountability and potential misuse of the aid.

via Financial Times|
#accountability#arms#government-accountability
"9/11 Families Seek Justice 22 Years Later: Government Support for Murderers?"
society3 years ago

"9/11 Families Seek Justice 22 Years Later: Government Support for Murderers?"

On the 22nd anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, families of the victims continue to fight for justice and accountability. They are demanding the release of federal documents regarding Saudi Arabia's alleged involvement and are outraged by potential plea deals for the attack's masterminds. The families feel betrayed by their own government, believing it is protecting the murderers. Additionally, they are advocating for awareness and compensation for the health issues faced by first responders and others exposed to toxic particles. Despite their ongoing struggles, some families are focusing on unity and national solidarity through the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance.

via New York Post |
#911-families#government-accountability#health-issues
"Kenya's Deadly Protests: Police Conceal Deaths as Anger Boils Over"
politics3 years ago

"Kenya's Deadly Protests: Police Conceal Deaths as Anger Boils Over"

An independent watchdog in Kenya has reported that police shot dead at least six people during protests against tax increases and the rising cost of living. It is alleged that police have been ordered not to report deaths during the crackdown on protests. There are growing concerns about the tactics used by the police under President William Ruto's government, with accusations of excessive force and interference with police operations. The government is now having to defend itself to donors, including the United States, who have spent millions promoting police accountability. Human rights organizations have warned about a culture of impunity in Kenya, and there are fears that the situation could escalate further.

via The Associated Press|
#government-accountability#human-rights#kenya
Calls for Ethics Probe into Clarence Thomas Highlight Supreme Court's Standards
politics3 years ago

Calls for Ethics Probe into Clarence Thomas Highlight Supreme Court's Standards

The unreported luxury gifts from a conservative billionaire to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas over two decades have highlighted the double standard for ethics in government. Ethics watchdogs argue that there is one standard for high-profile and politically connected individuals and another for the almost two million lower-level federal workers. The Department of Justice has shown a real unwillingness to hold top officials in government to the same standard it holds lower-level officials to. The Thomas controversy is coming at a time when the Supreme Court is facing a historic lack of confidence from the American public.

via NPR|
#clarence-thomas#ethics#financial-disclosure