1. The White House has followed through on its threat of mass firings of federal workers. "The RIFs have begun" that's the message posted on social media by Russ Vought, the head of the White House Office of Management and Budget. These reductions-in-force come amid the government shutdown as the Senate has been unable to pass a short-term federal funding bill. These firings are described by the budget office as "substantial." The move by the Trump administration is meant to pressure Senate

Hello, I’m Jorge Gestoso, and here’s the latest. Following Trump’s announcement about CIA covert operations in Venezuela, Maduro denounced it as a coup attempt, accused the U.S. of promoting regime change, and mobilized the military, police, and militias, announcing that his government will take the matter to the UN. In Ecuador, the national strike has surpassed 20 days, with over 300 injured and around 100 irregular detentions, as repression intensifies, especially in Imbabura. In Gaza, Isra...

1. Taking her voice back and sharing her story with the world. In a new video on social media, Chloe Handrich, one of the young ladies, who was hit and seriously injured on Milwaukee's Water Street this summer is speaking out about the crash that changed her life forever. Handrich and a friend were crossing Water Street when a woman drove straight through barricades and hit them. The driver was given traffic tickets but wasn't arrested and hasn't been criminally charged. Handrich says the driver was

Listeners, Washington State’s government efficiency standards are making headlines as the Department of Government Efficiency, known as DOGE, continues to reshape policy and public sector management across the nation. Elon Musk’s high-profile involvement with DOGE generated public attention with dramatic moves to slash bureaucracy, but insiders now point to Russell Vought, a quietly powerful bureaucrat, as the key architect behind DOGE’s transformative agenda. According to the Times of India, DOGE

Visit Ask a Pol ~ interactive political journalism ~ what should we ask Congress next? Let us know!Who?Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS) — Chair, Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC)LISTEN: Laslo & WickerAsk a Pol asks:Have you had any talks about Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s…?Key Wicker:“Nice try,” Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Roger Wicker told Ask a Pol. “I’ve ceased doing interviews in the hallway.”Oh, no — did someone do something?Wicker laughs.Spread the word…Caught our ear:Just

Local governments are increasingly using AI to support their work, but as with any tool, it's only as good as its user. So, should citizens be concerned?

The discussion covered a range of topics, beginning with a light-hearted exchange about Halloween celebrations and personal experiences related to local dining establishments. Jeffrey and Brian reminisced about their unique mugs from a local venue, sharing fond memories of the food, beer, and sports atmosphere. They also touched on a recent incident involving a poorly constructed beach ramp in Norfolk, which was intended for emergency vehicle access but was ultimately deemed a waste of taxpayer

Vladimir Putin BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Vladimir Putin has dominated headlines over the past few days, with a blend of diplomacy, economic messaging, and a touch of theatrical flourish. On October 15, he welcomed Syrian President Bashar al-Assad in Moscow, signaling an enduring pragmatic partnership between Russia and Syria that underlines Moscow’s ongoing influence in the Middle East. This meeting was interpreted by the Institute for the Study of War as a further strengthening of Russia’s

Mark Carney BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.The past few days have been big for Mark Carney, whose profile as Prime Minister of Canada is taking on a sharper edge. On October 16, Carney made national headlines announcing sweeping new legislation to toughen criminal sentencing and make bail notably harder to secure for violent and repeat offenders. According to CBC News, he stated, “These changes will keep violent repeat offenders off our streets,” framing the move as a response to mounting public

Hello, Hood Politics Listeners! We want to share a new show you might enjoy, SAD OLIGARCH Season 2! About the show: Since January 2022, dozens of Russia's wealthiest oligarchs and power brokers have died suddenly. One was poisoned with frog venom. Two killed their whole families. Several fell out of high windows. Most of the deaths are suspicious. Russia says they're coincidental suicides—that the deceased were simply depressed. We don't think so... Sad Oligarch is an investigative podcast

The American Democracy Minute Radio News Report & Podcast for Oct. 20, 2025Wisconsin Voters Face Another Bonkers State Supreme Court Election in April 2026, and More Campaign Spending RecordsWisconsin voters need to brace themselves for another bonkers state supreme election. April 7, 2026 voters will replace Justice Rebecca Bradley, who didn’t seek reelection.  Campaign spending for another seat earlier this year reached $115 million dollars, the highest ever for a state supreme court

A news broadcast covering the Provincetown Select Board meeting from 2025-10-14

Bibi Netanyahu BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Benjamin Netanyahu dominated global headlines over the past week, drawing both international scrutiny and a wave of domestic emotion as highly anticipated hostage exchanges and U.S. diplomatic pushes converged on Israel’s fierce political climate. On Thursday, Netanyahu spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump in a widely covered call, briefing him on the ongoing challenges recovering deceased Israeli hostages’ bodies from Gaza and warning of delayed

Listeners, there is no recent news regarding a person named Jack Smoth associated with Donald Trump. It's possible that you may be referring to a different individual or a misunderstanding in the name. However, I can update you on some recent news regarding Donald Trump.Donald Trump has been involved in several high-profile events and controversies in recent years. One of the most significant updates is his ongoing battle with various legal and political challenges. Trump is under investigation for

Audio summary of the Truro Select Board 10-15-2025 meeting from the Truro Select Board.

Hope Hicks Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Hope Hicks has spent her career mastering the art of staying in the background while always remaining within arm’s reach of power, but even when she does not seek the spotlight, it has a way of finding her. Over the past few days, Hope’s name re-emerged as the former right-hand to Donald Trump, this time not for anything Hicks herself did, but as comparisons flew between her and Trump’s new close aide, Margo Martin. According to Deadline and The

Jenna Ellis Biography Flash a weekly Biography.Jenna Ellis has spent the last few days at the forefront of conservative media and opinion, keeping a high profile through multiple daily broadcasts and columns. On October 17th, she hosted a full episode of her show Jenna Ellis in the Morning on American Family Radio titled "Christianity, Morality and Political Power." Joined by former CIA officer Scott Uehlinger, constitutional law professor Mike Donnelly, and pollster Mark Mitchell, she dissected the

Laura Ingraham BioSnap a weekly updated Biography.Laura Ingraham has been at the center of headline political commentary and a few noteworthy public moments in recent days. The biggest ongoing development is her nightly presence as host of The Ingraham Angle on Fox News, where she has doubled down on her support for Donald Trump, characterizing him as the so-called Peace Warrior amid escalating Middle East tensions and U.S. political turmoil. Both October 15 and 17 broadcasts were marked by Ingraham