Category: United States Politics and Government

Black Voting Groups Prepare for Disinformation Campaigns in the Midterms

The New York Times – Business:
A new “propaganda playbook” aims to demystify common techniques used to target Black Americans, long a powerful voting bloc, with election-related disinformation.
Trump Administration Prepares to Ask Tax Filers if They Are U.S. Citizens

The New York Times – Business:
The new question, included on a draft version of the primary tax form, comes as part of an anti-immigrant turn at an agency that long prioritized tax administration.
CNN, MS NOW and Politico Seek a Longer Reprieve From White House Ban

The New York Times – Business:
A federal court temporarily lifted the ban last week. The outlets want a longer pause while they sue to restore their access.
With Kennedy Center Closed, National Symphony Starts Life on the Road

The New York Times – Music:
The orchestra, which was to have celebrated its 40th anniversary at the Kennedy Center, started its nomadic season in Bethesda, Md.
How Scientists Can Shape Public Opinion Over A.I. Risks

The New York Times – Business:
Artificial intelligence workers may have leverage to make the world safer.
As A.I. Accelerates, Governments Are Increasingly Being Left Behind

The New York Times – Business:
The gap between technology and policymaking has gotten wider than ever with artificial intelligence, leaving a global policy vacuum as A.I. models rapidly advance.
TV Networks to Resume Trump Coverage, Even as White House Excludes CNN

The New York Times – Business:
The White House TV pool went dark this past week amid a standoff between CNN and the president. Network leaders, however, believe an indefinite suspension may be untenable.
High Gas and Rising Mortgage Rates Trouble Trump as Midterms Near

The New York Times – Business:
As the president extolled the strength of the economy on the global stage, Americans continued to feel the sting of rising prices stemming from the war in Iran.
White House Blocks CNN From Air Force One

The New York Times – Business:
CNN won’t be able to join President Trump on a Saturday trip to Tennessee. He had banned CNN and two other news outlets from the White House, but a court order on Thursday restored their access.
ICE Raids in Beef Country Raise Fears of Higher Prices

The New York Times – Business:
Cattle industry groups in Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas and two Republican senators said the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement actions were hurting operations.
Kennedy Center Shelved Repairs Now Cited for Closure, Whistle-Blowers Say

The New York Times – Music:
In a letter to Congress, former employees say the center delayed a plan to address the leaks that its officials now cite as a serious safety risk.
At State Dinner for China’s Leader, Melania Trump Wears the Pants

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
And possibly makes history while doing so.