Sunday, April 27, 2025

Tag: Donald Trump administration

David Huitema confirmed as ethics Czar amid fears of Trump’s return...

As Trump’s second term looms, the Senate confirmed David Huitema to lead the Office of Government Ethics. Advocates praise the move, but critics warn of a tough road ahead for government accountability.

Calls mount to release ethics report as Matt Gaetz’s Attorney General...

Matt Gaetz’s abrupt resignation following his nomination as Attorney General has raised ethical and legal questions. Lawmakers and watchdogs demand answers as concerns mount over Gaetz’s past investigations and his potential confirmation.

‘Harris voters for human rights’ mobilize to defeat Trump and demand...

A coalition of activists advocates for Harris’s election victory while challenging U.S. complicity in the ongoing crisis in Gaza.

Breaking: Former Energy Secretary Rick Perry rejoins board of Dakota Access...

Perry joins a company with a troubled track record when it comes to the law.

Trump’s policies are harming refugees worldwide

His administration’s near-ban on refugee admissions is having a destructive domino effect in front-line countries.

A farewell to arms control?

Let’s hope that the Trump administration proves to be the detour on the path to finally bidding farewell to nuclear arms.

Controversial Keystone XL pipeline gets green light from Trump

"The #KeystoneXL tar sands pipeline was a bad idea from Day One and it remains a terrible idea today."

Why abolishing ICE is good climate policy

The war on terror has unleashed unspeakable cruelty. We must not rely on its institutions to fix the climate crisis.

Bravo, another global Trump triumph! Now grievance is universal

Bravo, Trumpers: you turned a transparently belligerent know-nothing into a wrecking ball presidency.

What mission accomplished? More questions than answers after Syria bombing

Hopefully, policy makers in the future will realize that drawing 'red lines' in terms of conflicts in other countries creates dangers of its own.

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Workers in 600 cities to mobilize against ‘billionaire takeover’ in massive May Day protests

Nationwide demonstrations set to challenge Trump administration’s pro-wealth policies, mass arrests, and immigrant crackdowns as unions and grassroots groups unite across all 50 states.

Nepo babies and the myth of the meritocracy

Society’s top tiers are rife with nepotism. It’s past time to expose just how much unearned wealth and power has been accrued by elites.

US Jews to Trump: Stop using antisemitism charges to repress dissent and undermine liberty

Thankfully, this consortium of thoughtful Jewish organizations has countered this travesty with a united effort and lucid arguments.

How lab-grown meat could bring an end to needless animal cruelty

Lab-grown meat is a sustainable and ethical alternative to traditional meat. It offers the same taste and texture while reducing animal suffering, environmental impact, and health risks.

How to stop an autocrat

What can Americans learn from the citizens of Brazil, Poland, and South Korea who defeated the dragons threatening their democracies?