Democrat announces whistleblower allegations of construction problems at Kennedy Center

Senate Democrat expands probe into Kennedy Center spending

A Senate Democrat is expanding a probe into alleged corruption within the ranks of the renowned Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, accusing its leadership of mismanaging federally appropriated funds “to the detriment” of the venue. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) wrote in a July 9 letter to Executive Director Matt Floca that he had obtained whistleblower...

Senate Republicans say they’ve spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell this week

Senate Republicans say they’ve spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell this week

FCCP issues notices to NEPRA, others in private power plants levy case

FCCP issues notices to NEPRA, others in private power plants levy case

Kennedy Center 'already rusting and floors need removing after shoddy Trump refurb'

On Saturday, Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island said that he received a whistleblower disclosure from the Government Accountability Project

Employee threat triggered KPMG HQ lockdown on big day for firm

Staff at KPMG’s headquarters were in lockdown over a threat from a fellow employee as the firm attempts to rebuild its leadership following the whistleblower scandal.

GOP Senate Leadership: Gaslighting Gasbags

What's It Your Business, Voter?

KPMG whistleblower details the ‘serious failure’ behind their misconduct allegations

During what resulted in at times a heated committee inquiry on Friday, observers watching KPMG's desiccation by parliamentary committee heard from the whistleblower themselves via tabled statements. The post KPMG whistleblower details the ‘serious failure’ behind their misconduct allegations appeared first on Crikey.

Judge Orders Kennedy Center to Explain Tarp

On Wednesday, US District Judge Christopher Cooper ordered the Kennedy Center to explain to the court why the building’s facade is currently obscured by a tarp. He wrote that within seven days of the Kennedy Center board’s next meeting—or before July 31, whichever is sooner—the Department of Justice must file a report that includes information [] The post Judge Orders Kennedy Center to Explain Tarp first appeared on Washingtonian.

Leading US Democrats withdraw support for Platner after assault allegations

Monday's accusations are the latest in a long string of controversies surrounding the Maine Democratic Senate candidate.

Dems Embarrass Themselves on ICE Shooting - Plus Their Party's Shutdowns May Have Led to a Big Issue

Dems Embarrass Themselves on ICE Shooting - Plus Their Party's Shutdowns May Have Led to a Big Issue

These Lies About Susan Collins Are Why Democrats Climbed in Bed With Graham Platner

These Lies About Susan Collins Are Why Democrats Climbed in Bed With Graham Platner

Major new rental coming to Yonge and Sheppard

Stafford and DBS Developments to build of a 48-storey rental tower at 11-21 Johnston Ave. that will contain upwards of 524 rental units.

Cleanup now underway after Boyle Heights warehouse fire

Cleanup efforts were underway Thursday at the Boyle Heights cold-storage warehouse that burned for eight days after firefighters officially declared the massive blaze knocked down Wednesday evening. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/ktla?sub_confirmation=1

IN BRIEF: Three civilians injured in Ukrainian attack on Russian city of Voronezh

Manufacturing facilities at a production site were damaged, along with the facades and windows of several apartment buildings, and some cars

Pa. Democrat Bob Harvie sends cease-and-desist letter to Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, claiming defamation in campaign ads

The Democratic nominee for a crucial swing seat in Pennsylvania is accusing the Republican incumbent of making categorically false and defamatory statements, the latest move as escalating attack ads circulate in the Bucks County district. ...

Democrats demand answers about Trump’s ballroom costs

The top Democrat on the Senate Appropriations Committee wants an immediate investigation into what money is being used for the ballroom — and whether any of it is legal. The post Democrats demand answers about Trump’s ballroom costs appeared first on MS NOW.

NRSC Statement on Mallory McMorrow Dropping Out of Michigan Democrat Primary

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) released the following statement after Mallory McMorrow dropped out of the Michigan Democrat Primary: “Bernie Sanders’ radical socialist flank is completely taking over the Democrat Party. It is now up to Chuck Schumer to combat Abdul El-Sayed’s clear momentum and get Haley Stevens over the finish line []

House Panel Examines CIA’s MKUltra Project

The House Oversight Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets holds a hearing at 10 a.m. ET on June 30 titled “Uncovering the Truth of the CIA’s MKULTRA Project.”

KSERC curbs collecting excess security charges from solar prosumers

Decision follows widespread complaints that KSEB had been assessing security deposits by considering total electricity consumption instead of actual net electricity imported from the grid

Olympian speaks out after blue-paint ‘vandalism’ arrest at Trump’s algae-covered Reflecting Pool

‘We've already heard many lies from this administration,’ US Olympian David Hearn said. ‘That's just another lie’

Democratic congressman asks the CFPB to investigate 'rent now, pay later' companies

A Democratic member of Congress is calling for a federal investigation into the rent now, pay later industry.

Sen. Whitehouse announces whistleblower allegations of construction problems at Kennedy Center

Sheldon Whitehouse of Rhode Island said in a release on Saturday that he had received a whistleblower disclosure from the Government Accountability Project.

Trump’s Kennedy Center Humiliation Finally Laid Bare in New Pictures

Evan Vucci / REUTERSNew photos have exposed the freshly Trump-free facade of the Kennedy Center, which his administration has been desperate to hide.The president added his name to the front of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts on December 19 last year, following a vote to rename the building by his hand-picked board of trustees.However, after a federal court ruling found the alteration was illegal without congressional approval, his name was removed from the building on June 13.Read more at The Daily Beast.

Leaked photographs reveal Trump’s name has been removed from the Kennedy Center

Photographs taken from behind scaffolding at the Kennedy Center show President Donald Trump’s name has been removed from the performing arts venue’s marble facade. The images, obtained by the activist group Hands Off the Arts and verified by The Washington Post, reveal blank square panels where Trump’s name was previously installed in December. The court-ordered []

KPMG chairman’s departure is just one of a thousand cuts

Rival firm PwC tried to use the same playbook of obfuscation, followed by escalating apologies and disasters. KPMG hasn’t learned from its mistakes.

GOP Rep Insinuates Mitch McConnell Isn’t Even In DC

'I hope he's back in Washington soon'

US billionaire Leon Black defends US$158 million paid to Epstein

Billionaire investor Leon Black said on Friday that Jeffrey Epstein deceived him during a years-long relationship in which he paid the disgraced financier US158 million, but insisted he committed no criminal wrongdoing as he appeared before the House Oversight Committee. Black is the 16th person to appear before the committee as part of their broader investigation into the web of wealth and influence around Epstein. Before entering the closed-door deposition, congressman James Comer, the House...

Billionaire Leon Black walks out of Epstein probe hearing, refuses to answer NDA questions as Congress issues subpoenas

Billionaire Leon Black is in the headlines after facing the congressional committee investigating the Jeffrey Epstein files and now, infamously storming out of the closed-door hearing. The House of Representatives Oversight Committee served the investor with two subpoenas to reveal information about nondisclosure agreements with the high-profile offender Epstein and his victims. He appeared before...

GOP Rep Sparks Questions About Whether McConnell Is Even In DC — His Team Says That’s Not What He Meant

'I hope he's back in Washington soon'

Leslie Bibb Reveals Major Renovation Update at Stunning Country Home

Construction has begun on the porches and pool at Bibb’s 1750s upstate New York home she shares with Sam Rockwell

Mamdani-endorsed candidate decries 'toxic' attacks on opponent, while anti-Israel mayor issues tepid response

Eric Dinowitz and Inna Vernikov, co-chairs of the New York City Council's bipartisan task force on Jew-hatred, both decried the way Rep. Dan Goldman was treated.

Fact Check wRap: More lies about the Senate

In June, false claims about the Senate took advantage of recent arrests and tragedies. Watch this video so you can tell truth from myth.

DBKL orders immediate clean-up after viral video reignites scrutiny of Hicks Flats in Bukit Bintang

KUALA LUMPUR, July 2 — Kuala Lumpur City Hall (DBKL) has ordered immediate clean-up works at Hicks Flats in Bukit...

CNN Issues Apology After Falling For Parody Account Amid Mystery Over Mitch McConnell’s Health

CNN issued an on-air apology Thursday morning after admitting the network fell for a post by a parody account of a fictional Republican congressman who claimed to have spoken with ailing Senator Mitch McConnell (R-KY). Following a report on the ongoing saga of McConnell’s mysterious absence and the lack of transparency surrounding his current condition, [] CNN Issues Apology After Falling For Parody Account Amid Mystery Over Mitch McConnell’s Health