POLITICAL APPOINTMENT

Jun 08 2026POLITICS

Is a housing boss really the best pick for top spy job?

A sudden leadership shuffle at America’s intelligence agencies has thrown a wrench into a critical surveillance law that Congress must update by the end of the week. The twist? The temporary replacement for the outgoing intelligence chief has no background in national security. Bill Pulte, currently

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Jun 04 2026POLITICS

Political Shift Threatens NIH Grant Stability

A new executive order has reclassified about 8, 000 civil service roles as political positions, placing many senior officials who manage NIH grant decisions under the White House’s influence. These appointments are crucial because they decide which research projects receive federal funding and ho

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Jun 03 2026POLITICS

Who Should Lead U. S. Intelligence?

William John Pulte is now acting director of national intelligence. He’s never worked in intelligence before. His biggest qualification seems to be helping Trump target political opponents. While critics argue he lacks experience, supporters see him as the perfect loyalist. Pulte’s work at the hous

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May 06 2026POLITICS

France picks crisis expert Moulin for top bank job

Emmanuel Macron is moving fast to fill a central banking vacancy before his time ends next year. The president wants Emmanuel Moulin, a longtime economic insider, to take over the Bank of France when the current chief steps down in June. Moulin, 57, has spent decades in French economic circles, from

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Apr 23 2026POLITICS

New face joins watchdog panel amid political storm

The state’s top lawyer just filled a key gap in Washington’s campaign finance team. Matt Segal, a former judge and lawyer, now sits on the Public Disclosure Commission. His appointment came after months of criticism over empty seats on the panel. Critics say delays hurt the group’s ability to do its

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Feb 14 2026POLITICS

RFK Jr. 's Unfiltered Confessions Raise Eyebrows

RFK Jr. has been making waves with his candid podcast appearances. He's been sharing some pretty wild stories, like his 14-year heroin addiction and his fearless attitude during the COVID-19 pandemic. But it was his admission about snorting cocaine off toilet seats that really got people talking. M

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Lindsey Halligan: The Controversial Interim U. S. Attorney

Lindsey Halligan, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been stopped from pretending to be the top federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia. This decision came from a federal judge, who also chose not to take any disciplinary action against her for now, considering

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Jan 13 2026POLITICS

Making Art More Accessible: A New Leader Steps Up

New York City's Mayor Zohran Mamdani is on a mission. He wants to make sure everyone can enjoy and create art without breaking the bank. Just a couple of weeks into his role, he's already shaking things up. His latest move? Putting Rafael Espinal in charge of the Mayor's Office of Media and Entertai

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Dec 23 2025EDUCATION

A Big Step for a Rhode Island Educator: New York's Education Scene Beckons

Angélica Infante-Green, a prominent figure in Rhode Island's education system, is being considered for a significant role in New York City's schools. This move could be a game-changer for her career. She has been mentioned as a potential candidate by Chalkbeat, but she has not confirmed any discussi

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Dec 15 2025POLITICS

Delaware's New Top Prosecutor: A Fresh Face in the Fight for Justice

In Delaware, a new leader has stepped up to take charge of the state's top federal prosecutor role. Benjamin Wallace, a 35-year-old with deep roots in Delaware, is now at the helm of the U. S. Attorney's Office. He took over from Julianne Murray, who decided to step down after facing some legal hurd

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