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E-Verify requirements draw business pushback in some Republican states
Business opposition is slowing efforts to require E-Verify in several Republican-led states, with industries warning mandates could hurt agriculture, construction and local economies.
GOP Rep Massie joins Democrats in opposition to US Iran strikes
Rep. Thomas Massie joins Democrats opposing Trump's Iran strikes, citing lack of congressional approval for military action against Iranian targets.
Six seats, big goals: What’s next for Bangladesh’s student-led NCP party?
From leading historic uprising to being junior partner in opposition alliance - the nascent party looks for a foothold.
Bipartisan opposition sinks eviction bill in Colorado
Two Democrats sided with Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee to kill a bill that would have made several changes to eviction filings and proceedings, including requiring judges to suppress court records. Sponsored by Rep. Junie Joseph, D-Boulder, House Bill 1047 would also have required landlords to provide tenants with an additional rent payment option […]
Freed Venezuelan political prisoner reunites with niece at Trump’s State of the Union address
A Venezuelan opposition leader recently freed from prison reunited with his niece Tuesday during the State of the Union address, where President Donald Trump touted the US military operation that removed President Nicolás Maduro.
Sean Payton: Last year's tush push opposition wasn't about health and safety
Broncos coach Sean Payton is back on the Competition Committee.
Sean Payton: Last year's tush push opposition wasn't about health and safety
Trump Leans on Congress to Address His False Claims of Voter Fraud
The State of the Union gives the president a high-profile chance to issue a call to action on election security legislation he has pressured Republicans to ram through over Democratic opposition.
ENG vs SL: Imperfect England dismantle error-strewn Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's T20 World Cup Super Eight hopes faltered as they succumbed to a 51-run defeat against England, marking their 12th consecutive loss to the opposition. Despite a disciplined bowling effort restricting England to 146, Sri Lanka's batting collapsed spectacularly, folding for just 95. A reckless start and a flurry of wickets proved too much to overcome.
Opposition activists among 379 prisoners set for release under Venezuela's amnesty
Venezuela has begun releasing hundreds of people detained for political reasons under a new amnesty law
VOS Selections owner Victor Schwartz risked his business to challenge Trump’s tariffs
When President Donald Trump announced plans to raise the nation’s effective tariff rate to levels not seen since 1930 on April 2, 2025, most CEOs were silent. They’d seen how voicing opposition to any of the president’s ambitions – let alone his signature economic policy – could quickly prove even more costly than the policies he enacted.
Venezuelan opposition politician released after amnesty law passed
Juan Pablo Guanipa announces that he has been freed after "almost nine months" of imprisonment.
Gov. Tim Walz faces tough political reality as he seeks to assert himself in final year in office
Republicans in the tied Minnesota House are already signaling opposition to the governor’s policy agenda, setting up early clashes as lawmakers returned to St. Paul this week.
Psychedelics for depression, dart frog poison and why do we have chins?
Madeleine Finlay sits down with science editor Ian Sample and science correspondent Nicola Davis to discuss three eye-catching stories, including the impact of a powerful psychedelic on depression, answers on the death of the Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, and an explanation to the mystery of why humans have chins
Lula Faces Political Blowback in Brazil Over Carnival Parade Row
A Carnival parade honoring Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva took a controversial turn on Monday, as opposition leaders argue the tribute amounted to improper campaigning for the leftist incumbent.
Democrats seek to reassure Europe about post-Trump America
Opposition politicians flocked to a summit in Munich to offer an alternative to America First - and stake a claim as future party leaders.
Venezuela frees 17 political prisoners, opposition movement says
Venezuela on Saturday freed 17 political prisoners, the human rights committee of opposition movement Vente Venezuela said in a post on X.
NKY business owners fear proposed alcohol fee bill could drive customers away
Proposed 4% regulatory fee on all alcohol sales draws opposition from small business owners
Sex, health, child abuse scandals threaten Orban re-election
Abuse in a juvenile facility, hazardous dust from a battery factory and an alleged sex video involving the opposition leader — the run-up to Hungary's election has so far been dominated by one scandal after another.
Bipartisan opposition over inflammatory comments likely to sink Trump State Dept. nominee
Jeremy Carl, the Trump administration’s pick for a top State Department position, is unlikely to get the job after a bipartisan group of senators grilled him over his history of racist, sexist, and reported antisemitic comments and posts.
Anthropic to donate $20m to US political group backing AI regulation
Move puts AI firm in opposition to ChatGPT maker OpenAI, which has advocated for less stringent AI regulations
Venezuelan opposition politician under house arrest after kidnap, son says
Juan Pablo Guanipa was recaptured by Venezuela's security forces on Sunday, hours after he and other political prisoners were freed.
Venezuela frees several opposition members after lengthy politically motivated detentions
Venezuelan-based prisoners’ rights group Foro Penal confirmed the release of at least 30 people Sunday.
Venezuela opposition politician Juan Pablo Guanipa released
Machado ally says 'there's a lot to talk about regarding the present and future of Venezuela' after release.
At the Winter Olympics, Team USA Can’t Escape the Politics at Home
Opposition to President Trump’s policies has followed the U.S. team to Italy, and athletes, coaches and American fans are facing the backlash.
Commentary: Wild week in the race for mayor sets up a referendum on L.A.'s political transformation
L.A. Mayor Karen Bass won't have big-name opposition, but has she earned a second term?
In Spending Talks, Senators Clash Over Immigration Crackdown
Democrats’ push to rein in federal agents, and Republican opposition, reflect opposite views of whether the deportation drive should be bound by standard law enforcement rules.
Bundesliga opposition analysis after winter break
How our league rivals have spent the winterThis Friday at 20:30 CET, we finally kick off the 2026 Bundesliga spring season with our home encounter with FK Austria Vienna! Before we get started, let's ...
As Democrats Press Trump on ICE, Gallego and Pritzker Preview 2028 Pitches
Speaking at a party gathering in Nevada, the two politicians urged opposition to President Trump’s deportation agenda, while appearing to lay the groundwork for potential presidential runs.
Hundreds of political prisoners in Venezuela could be released under new amnesty bill
Venezuela's acting president announces amnesty bill that could free hundreds of political prisoners, including opposition leaders and journalists.
Fresno protests, student walkouts and business closures mark nationwide strike against ICE
A nationwide strike brought protests, student walkouts and business closures to Fresno as demonstrators voiced opposition to the Trump Administration's immigration crackdown.
Venezuela announces amnesty bill that could lead to mass release of political prisoners
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Friday announced an amnesty bill that could lead to the release of hundreds of prisoners, including opposition leaders, jou…
Venezuela announces bill that could lead to mass release of prisoners detained for political reasons
CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez on Friday announced a bill that could lead to the release of hundreds of prisoners, including opposition leaders, journalists and human rights activists detained for political reasons.
150-acre sports complex delayed after outcry from Wisconsin residents
After listening for hours of residents' opposition to the plan, the Big Bend Plan Commission tabled action on The Breck. It could still return.
Starmer arrives in Shanghai as he looks to boost UK business opportunities
BEIJING (AP) — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in the Chinese financial center of Shanghai on Friday in his bid to boost business opportunities for U.K. firms in the world's second-largest economy, just hours after U.S. President Donald Trump signaled a possible opposition to any deal...
Offshore drilling proposal draws strong opposition from politicians, business owners, environmental activists
Politicians, business owners and environmental activists are finding common ground in opposition to an offshore drilling proposal.
Why Europe's far right has split with Trump over Greenland
Many far-right groups across Europe, which aligned with Trump's MAGA movement in their fervent opposition to immigration, are suddenly in rebellion against an administration they once thought of as an ideological ally.
Politicians should take a tip from product managers and treat ‘U-turns’ as iterations
Letter: Forget a rigid approach to planning – opposition leaders and MPs could help the government refine plans, writes Alan Ogilvie
Mamdani revives controversial 'Just Home' housing project in the Bronx
The project was stalled last year after opposition.
Jailed Ugandan opposition figure Besigye's health is failing, his party says
Bereaved families boycott Knesset panel on political Oct 7 probe, form own committee
Hundreds of relatives, opposition lawmakers hold alternative session in parallel to Knesset Constitution panel on political probe in live split-screen
Republicans, Democrats try to contain Trump’s Greenland aggression
Republican lawmakers' opposition to the plan is perhaps their strongest pushback yet against the president.
Check for ‘infamous crimes’ becomes common opposition research in Arkansas politics
There has been a flurry of litigation lately about Arkansas political candidates who may have committed crimes in the past. It's something that could get a candidate kicked off the ballot or thrown out of office.
Why did María Corina Machado give Trump her Nobel Peace Prize?
President Donald Trump has long wanted the Nobel Peace Prize, and was gifted the medal awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado.
Why Trump accepting Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize is no laughing matter
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado’s presentation Thursday of her Nobel Peace Prize medal to President Donald Trump was instant fodder for ridicule among Trump’s opponents.
Trump meets with Machado, considers next moves in Iran this week in politics
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado gave President Trump her Nobel Peace Prize when they met on Thursday.
Venezuela opposition leader Machado says she 'presented' her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
The White House said President Trump met with María Corina Machado to have 'frank and positive discussion about what’s taking place in Venezuela.'
Venezuelan opposition leader visits White House. Here's how it went.
Maria Corina Machado, the leader of Venezuela's opposition, has said she should lead the country. The White House doesn't seem to agree.
Venezuela's Machado says she presented Trump with her Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said she presented President Donald Trump her Nobel Peace Prize medal during their Jan. 15 meeting.
Big problems in a big world : The NPR Politics Podcast
Between pledging support for protesters in Iran, calling once again for the U.S. annexation of Greenland, and meeting with Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, it's been a busy week for President Trump on the global stage. We look at why the White House wants to be involved in so many geopolitical issues despite the president's campaign pledges to be less invested in global affairs, and what outcomes the Trump administration wants in each location.This episode: voting correspondent Miles Parks, White House correspondent Franco Ordoñez, and national security correspondent Greg Myre.This podcast was produced and edited by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.
HHS reverses mental health cuts after pushback
Health care advocates and members of Congress expressed opposition to the cuts after learning about them earlier this week.
Could Catholics be the key to Trump’s opposition?
The wild card that could scramble America’s political alliances.
Trump to meet Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel peace laureate Maria Corina Machado later
Trump and his top advisers have previously hinted at their willingness to work with acting president Delcy Rodríguez
Trump, GOP kill Senate bill to curb military action in Venezuela
The White House's efforts to quell Senate Republican opposition to its actions in Venezuela came to a head with a maneuver to kill a war powers bill.
Sunday early voting curtailed for some counties in March primaries
At a meeting Tuesday, Jan. 13, the N.C. State Board of Elections adopted early voting plans for 12 counties, but not without public opposition.
Politicians Who Don’t Get Markets Are About to Receive a Lesson
From London to Pretoria, finance ministers around the world are struggling to pass painful budgets in the face of political opposition. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development has a plan.
‘A perfect, wild storm’: widely loathed datacenters see little US political opposition
Issue dubbed ‘great unifier’ but Republicans and Democrats are instead jockeying for big tech’s financial favor
Trump to meet Thursday with Venezuela opposition leader Machado
Trump declined to back opposition leader Maria Machado in the immediate aftermath of the US attack on Venezuela and ouster of its president.
Tories would ban under-16s from social media, says Badenoch
Opposition leader says a future Conservative government would ban phones in schools, as teachers’ union also backs social media ban
Venezuela Frees Political Prisoners, Pledges to ‘Rescue’ Maduro
Venezuela continued releasing political prisoners on Saturday, including a member of opposition leader María Corina Machado’s party, a week after President Nicolás Maduro was captured by US forces.
Freed Venezuelan Political Prisoner Called Maduro’s 2024 Victory a Fraud to His Face
Enrique Márquez, a centrist opposition lawmaker, refused to rubber-stamp the government’s dubious election results in front of the entire nation.
House passes bill to extend health care subsidies amid GOP opposition
The House passed a bill to extend health care subsidies with bipartisan support, but its future in the Senate remains uncertain.
Venezuela releases imprisoned political figures in Trump-approved move
Former Venezuelan opposition candidate Enrique Marquez is among 'large number' of prisoners released.
Trump says he plans to meet with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado
The president also said that it would be a "great honor" if Machado decided to give him the Nobel Peace Prize that she won last year.
Trump says Venezuela opposition leader Machado to visit US 'next week'
Donald Trump said in a Jan. 8 interview on Fox News's "Hannity" that he would "look forward to saying hello" to the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner.
Monterey County scraps proposed Salinas mental health campus over cost, location concerns
The Monterey County Board of Supervisors voted against a proposed mental health facility in Salinas after public opposition and concerns over escalating costs.
As Charlie Kirk’s Turning Point Pushes Into High Schools, Dissension Follows
Since Mr. Kirk’s death, chapters of his organization’s affiliate for teenagers have more than doubled in number, aided by politicians who have said they won’t tolerate opposition.
George Conway, critical of Trump, enters crowded Democratic House primary
In an interview, the newly registered Democrat emphasized his opposition to the president, as he seeks to stand out in a packed open race in New York.
Why Trump Refused to Back Venezuela’s Machado: Fears of Chaos, and Fraying Ties
U.S. intelligence suggested María Corina Machado, Venezuela’s opposition leader, would struggle to lead the government. But her relationship with Trump officials had been souring for months.
Debbie Wasserman Schultz wants opposition leaders installed to replace Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela
While 'not shedding any tears' for the Venezuelan leader, she blasted Donald Trump for his plan to impose U.S. control.
Mamdani says he called Trump to voice opposition to Maduro capture
"It was an opposition based on being opposed to a pursuit of regime change," Mamdani said.
Previewing the New York Jets’ opposition: Buffalo Bills
The Jets go on the road to face the Buffalo Bills in the regular season finale
Newsom's 2025: Wildfire crisis, budget cuts and bombastic opposition to Trump
Gavin Newsom's year included the aftermath of the LA fires, budget cuts, Trump battles and a Prop 50 win. What's next for California's governor in his final year?
Polls open in Myanmar as military stages first election since 2021 coup
UN, human rights groups and opposition parties say political process exercise is not is not free, fair or credible.
Previewing the New York Jets’ opposition: New England Patriots
The Jets are home to take on the New England Patriots on Sunday
Local opinion: Science and religion are not in opposition
Robert Gavlak, in his criticism of religion, seemed to be confusing it with Christian Nationalism (which really isn't very Christian at all).
Taiwan’s opposition launches ‘symbolic’ campaign to impeach president
Opposition parties accuse President Lai, Premier Cho of violating Taiwan's constitution in impeachment bid.
Bangladesh opposition leader Tarique Rahman returns after 17 years in exile
This is a breaking news story.
Against Iran’s politics of exclusion, pluralism is the point
There is a cruel ritual in Iranian opposition politics: some voices abroad constantly interrogate the “purity” of activists inside—why they did not speak more sharply or endorse maximalist slogans, why survival itself looks insufficiently heroic.
GOP politicians are starting to do what once would have seemed unthinkable: defy President Trump
The push to release the Epstein files over his opposition is part of a broader pattern.
Taiwan political clash puts global support at risk, foreign officials warn
Opposition resistance to Lai's defense buildup, impeachment threats raise eyebrows
Communities are rising up against data centers
Opposition against data centers came to a head in 2025.
Maryland takes next step toward redistricting, but roadblocks remain
A new political map in the state still faces an uphill battle in the next General Assembly session, amid opposition to the idea from Senate President Bill Ferguson.
Council to hold last stated meeting of term
As many as 70 bills could be voted, with some already facing opposition.
Taiwan Reels From Political Faceoff Between President, Opponents
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has escalated his rhetoric against opposition parties by accusing them of abusing their legislative power, as the island descends into partisan strife after a clash over fiscal spending.
Trump sustains political attack on Rob Reiner in inflammatory post after his killing
President Donald Trump on Monday blamed Rob Reiner's outspoken opposition to the president for the actor-director’s killing, delivering the unsubstantiated claim in a shocking post that seemed intent on decrying his opponents even in the face of a tragedy.
Trump sustains political attack on Rob Reiner in inflammatory post after his killing
President Donald Trump is blaming Rob Reiner’s outspoken opposition to the president for the actor-director’s killing, delivering the unsubstantiated claim in a shocking post that seemed intent on decrying his opponents even in the face of a tragedy
Bill aims to safeguard small businesses operating franchise chains
A returning bill in Arizona aims to protect small-business owners operating large chain restaurants and businesses as franchisees, facing heavy opposition.
Belarus frees prominent political prisoners as U.S. lifts sanctions on country's potash exports
Belarusian authorities on Saturday freed Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski, key opposition figure Maria Kolesnikova and other prominent political prisoners, a human rights group confirmed.
The West Coast Rivalry: Gonzaga vs. UCLA Preview
A West Coast opposition that seems to always live up to the hype and expected close finish.
Tunisia sentences opposition leader Abir Moussi to 12 years in jail
Dozens of opposition figures being targeted in nation once seen as beacon for democracy after sparking the Arab Spring.
Alexei Navalny’s wife and political heir still has ‘big hopes’ for Russia
The exiled widow of Russia’s late opposition leader Alexei Navalny told POLITICO on Thursday that remaining hopeful about her home country is part of her job. “I really have big hopes for Rus…
Machado’s daughter accepts Nobel Peace Prize for Venezuelan opposition leader
She said Wednesday in a speech written by Machado that Venezuela shows the world “we must be willing to fight for freedom"
Will Machado's Nobel affect Trump's actions in Venezuela?
Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado, who has supported Washington's criticism of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize on Wednesday. Could this embolden Donald Trump?
Salinas residents oppose mental health rehab center near county jail
A proposed mental health rehabilitation center in Salinas is facing opposition from local residents, with key meetings scheduled to discuss the project's future.
Politician Ayachi Hammami latest arrest in Tunisia opposition crackdown
Tunisia opposition says charges are fabricated, as police enforce a five-year prison sentence.
Rachel Reeves denies lying to public in run-up to budget
Chancellor accused of misleading public about reasons for tax rises, with opposition politicians calling for her resignation