Politics stories in Boston

Teen activists demonstrated outside of Mayor Wu’s City Hall office last week and again in front of the Reggie Lewis Track facility on Saturday to call on the city to fund more year-round jobs for youth. The post Wu: Partners will help fund youth jobs; teens press for BPD overtime cuts appeared first

Pakistan is working to mediate talks between Iran and the United States, focusing on a ceasefire amid escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite an extension of the ceasefire, military actions continue to impact regional stability and oil prices.

The Trump administration is set to crack down on Chinese companies accused of exploiting U.S. artificial intelligence models. A memo from chief science adviser Michael Kratsios outlines efforts to identify and punish foreign entities engaged in these activities.

During a recent event, President Trump defended his controversial claims about drug price reductions exceeding 100%, which are mathematically impossible. He suggested there are 'two ways of calculating' these figures, despite the inaccuracies.

The governor's recent embrace of nuclear energy marks a significant shift in Massachusetts' energy policy, which has historically been anti-nuclear. This change has prompted public discussion about the implications for the state's energy future.

School Committee still considering fate of East Cambridge’s empty school building.

[Link: https://neanh.org/about-nea-nh/media-center/press-releases/press-release-nh-house-stands-students-tables-statewide]

Does anyone know if there are any manifestos/policy outlines anywhere online for the local election? I'm trying to make an informed decision but all I have are these silly little leaflets. I remember at the last council election there was more info online... Anyone know where to find out a bit mor

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[Link: https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/hampden-county/dem-candidate-jeromie-whalen-holds-east-longmeadow-town-hall/] For anyone in MA-01 check out Jeromie Whalen who is running against incumbent Richard Neal in the September primary. He held his first town hall event last night in East Longme

Frustrated by the current initiative petition process, Massachusetts lawmakers are considering reforms that could complicate citizen-led ballot initiatives. They argue that paid signature gatherers undermine the original intent of the law, which was designed to ensure genuine voter support.

Northeastern University religion experts discuss the intersection of the papacy and politics following Pope Leo XIV's criticism of the Iran War. They argue that the role of the pope inherently involves political commentary.

Burt Jones, endorsed by Trump, is struggling against billionaire Rick Jackson in the Georgia governor primary. Jones attempted to leverage his Senate leadership to gain an advantage but faced backlash and accusations of corruption.

Ukraine has secured a vital €90 billion loan from the European Union to support its wartime efforts amid a significant financing gap. The approval follows the repair of the Druzhba pipeline, which was a condition for the release of funds.

President Trump's upcoming appearance at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner has reignited discussions about his contentious relationship with the media. Critics are calling for journalists to advocate for press freedom during the event, which has historically celebrated the press.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has been confirmed to face trial at the International Criminal Court for crimes against humanity related to his anti-drug policies. The court found substantial evidence linking him to numerous murders during his presidency from 2016 to 2022.

Governor Maura Healey is being questioned about whether she used ChatGPT to draft her new social media bill. This inquiry raises concerns about the transparency and authenticity of legislative processes.

Cambridge City Manager Yi-An Huang highlights the city's upcoming budget challenges, noting a shift from growth to financial constraints. He emphasizes the need for tough decisions as federal funding diminishes.

Clerical error clouds new Election Commissioner’s appointment.

[Let him know that he should retire and endorse a younger progressive to run against Seth Moulton](https://www.markey.senate.gov/contact/share-your-opinion)

Voting and civil rights groups have filed a lawsuit against Alaska election officials, claiming the sharing of voter registration data with the DOJ is unconstitutional. The lawsuit raises concerns about privacy rights and due process.