Politics & Policy
Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign
The ruling came hours before the midnight deadline for workers to apply for the deferred resignation program, which has been commonly described as a buyout.
1 year ago
New Jersey’s GOP gubernatorial debate was not a ‘quiet night’
Four candidates running for the Republican nomination engaged in a spirited debate about the issues facing the Garden State.
1 year ago
Pa. Gov. Shapiro looks to legalize — and tax — marijuana to balance state budget
Pennsylvania customers make up 60% of purchasers at some out-of-state cannabis shops, Shapiro said. He wants those buyers to stay in Pa.
1 year ago
Listen 1:05US Postal Service flip-flops on Hong Kong-China packages, lifting a ban imposed a day earlier
The Postal Service gave no reason for the reversal, but said it would work with Customs and Border Protection to implement a collection process for the new China tariffs.
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Trump and Musk’s dismantling of government is shaking the foundations of U.S. democracy
Trump has tapped Musk, the world’s richest man, to take on inner workings of the world’s oldest democracy, and so far the results are stunning, if not alarming and unlawful.
1 year ago
Trump says the U.S. will ‘take over’ Gaza and relocate its people. What does it mean?
During a press conference with Netanyahu, Trump said, "We'll own it...We have an opportunity to do something that could be phenomenal...the Riviera of the Middle East."
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Delaware’s attorney general is part of a coalition that has stopped a freeze of domestic federal spending. But foreign aid is still paused.
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Listen 0:53Pennsylvania responds as Trump shutters White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention
The office was disbanded by President Donald Trump on Jan. 21. Pennsylvania officials and advocacy groups say their work to fight violent crime will continue.
1 year ago
Listen 1:03Gov. Shapiro seeks to further increase education spending on underfunded schools
Last year, the state passed a budget with record education spending. Shapiro is asking for more money for education, including more than $500 million more for schools in need.
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Listen 1:05Philly’s Malcolm Kenyatta wins high-ranking DNC seat
Kenyatta spoke during the Democratic National Convention last summer and launched a national campaign for a leadership position following the presidential election.
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Trump will attend the Super Bowl in New Orleans
Trump has not indicated which team he's supporting, but posted congratulations to the Chiefs after their AFC Championship win last month.
1 year ago
N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy didn’t actually invite an immigrant to live in his home, spokesperson says
Gov. Phil Murphy's initial comments came up over the weekend while he was speaking at a progressive forum about how his administration could push back against Trump.
1 year ago
Trump is leveraging tariffs. Is he ready for potential fallout? Are consumers? Here’s what to know
President Donald Trump is declaring initial victories as Mexican and Canadian leaders agreed to more cooperation on border control.
1 year ago
Elon Musk is barreling into government with DOGE, raising unusual legal questions
The billionaire's campaign to radically upend federal agencies is stunning former White House officials, even when many things are described as unprecedented.
1 year ago
What is USAID? Explaining the U.S. foreign aid agency and why Trump and Musk want to end it
In its first two weeks, President Donald Trump’s administration has made significant changes to the U.S. Agency for International Development.
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