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Minnesota targeted by federal government over trans girls in sports
The notice comes as the Trump administration faces a substantial backlash to its immigration enforcement in the state, which has led to the shooting deaths of two Minnesotans.
US Official says Washington is open for business if Iran wishes to contact them
The United States is "open for business" if Iran wishes to contact Washington, a U.S. official said on Monday, as the United States seeks to pressure Tehran over a government crackdown on protesters.
Bob Butterworth backs José Javier Rodríguez's bid for Attorney General
‘At a time when trust in government is being tested, Florida needs an Attorney General with the judgment and independence to serve the public interest.’
Lawmakers exploring options for DHS bill in critical week for government funding talks
Senate Democrats and Republicans are weighing how to move forward on funding the Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies after another deadly shooting by a federal officer in Minneapolis, according to sources familiar with the matter.
Will the government shut down again? What we know before Jan. 30 deadline
After the most recent fatal shooting by federal agents, Democrats are rejecting a DHS funding provision. It could shut the government down.
How spit hood use could be made safer, according to experts
The federal government doesn’t monitor spit hood use at psychiatric facilities. States, national medical organizations and accrediting agencies don’t either.
Waterstones boss defends government’s business rates rise
James Daunt is relaxed about bills and the higher living wage, and says bookselling is having ‘a nice time’
German Business Sentiment Stalls
Confidence among German firms was flat in January, with sentiment failing to pick up steam despite the rollout of government stimulus.
Government and Business Closings: January 26, 2026
Government and Business Closings: January 26, 2026
Political fallout grows after Minnesota shooting
With lawmakers in Congress divided after Saturday’s fatal shooting involving federal officers in Minneapolis, Democrats are now threatening to vote against funding the Department of Homeland Security, as a deadline to fund the government looms, threatening a potential shutdown. NBC News’ Monica Alba reports.
Where government funding talks stand after the Minneapolis shooting
If the Senate fails to pass legislation by midnight on Friday, then parts of the federal government will shut down.
Protesters demand immigration agents leave Minneapolis after man is shot and killed during crackdown
Democrats threaten government shutdown if Trump doesn't back off ICE raids.
Cybersecurity’s New Business Case: Fraud
Government security leaders are struggling. Cyber investments are lagging. Resources are being cut. The problem is getting worse. Let’s explore solutions.
Senate Democrats threaten partial government shutdown over DHS funding after Minnesota shooting
Democrats will block a government spending bill following the fatal shooting of a Minneapolis man by a Border Patrol agent, the Senate minority leader said Saturday – dramatically increasing the chances of a partial government shutdown next week.
Microsoft handed the government ecryption keys for customer data
Microsoft complied with a warrant to hand over BitLocker recovery keys to the FBI, and privacy advocates are worried.
Will another deadly shooting bring another government shutdown?
Another fatal shooting at the hands of DHS agents is jeopardizing a last-minute scramble in the Senate to keep government funded.
The Class Politics of Austerity
A new book by economist Clara Mattei explains why calls for governments to balance budgets and live within their means are often a thinly veiled justification for an assault on the poor.
Miami-Dade tax collector sued over Cuba-related business crackdown
Miami-Dade County Tax Collector Dariel Fernandez is being sued by a local travel agency over his efforts to target businesses he claims are doing business with the Cuban government.
California's largest pediatric healthcare system to halt transgender care amid Trump admin threats
Rady Children’s Health, the largest pediatric healthcare system in California, will stop providing gender-affirming medical care to transgender youth amid pressure from the federal government.
Detroit Launches Technology Grant Fund for Small Businesses
The microgrant initiative aims to help support technology adoption among small businesses. The city joins other local and state governments in fostering the adoption of AI and other technologies.
Government Contracts Insights
In a memorandum dated January 16, 2026, the Department of Defense (DoD) has directed a department-wide review of every small...
The search is on for Business Report’s 2026 Influential Women in Business
Our sister publication Business Report is now accepting nominations for its 2026 Influential Women in Business recognition. The awards annually honor professional women in the Capital Region who have distinguished themselves in business or through government or nonprofit work. Get everything you need to know about nominating someone here. The deadline for nominations is 5 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6. Honorees […]
The Problem With That ‘Great Healthcare Plan’
This month, as Americans who rely on Affordable Care Act plans opened their first bills of 2026 and experienced sticker shock, President Donald Trump began pitching them on an alternative: his “Great Healthcare Plan,” which would shift government support away from subsidizing insurance coverage toward putting money directly into accounts that consumers can use to pay for care.
Now is not the time for risky health care experiments
Single-payer or government-run health insurance programs consistently underdeliver, bringing higher costs, fewer choices, and market instability.
Miami follows Hialeah in launching task force targeting Cuba-linked businesses
Following a similar move by Hialeah, Miami officials approved a task force to review local businesses for possible ties to the Cuban government.
Some Miami-Dade businesses illegally do business with Cuban government, tax collector says
Dariel Fernandez, Miami-Dade County’s tax collector, said he is going after businesses doing business with the Cuban government.
House approves final spending bills as Democrats denounce ICE funding
The four bills now move to the Senate, with final passage needed next week before a Jan. 30 deadline to avoid a partial government shutdown
Pallone Delivers Health Care Wins for New Jersey in Government Funding Agreement
Pallone Delivers Health Care Wins for New Jersey in Government Funding Agreement WASHINGTON – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) touted the inclusion of important health care provisions in the final set of government funding bills, which passed in the House today. The package of health care initiatives was rejected by the House Republican leadership in[...]
The Abrupt Loss of Science Leaders from Government Will Have Real-world Consequences
I spent a lot of time debating with NIH IC Directors, but we should all mourn their loss.
As political dust settles, Portland’s new council president wants to focus on city’s ‘real crises’
Jamie Dunphy wants a divided City Council to stop the infighting and tackle homelessness, jobs, crumbling infrastructure and what he calls an increasingly tyrannical federal government.
Chipotle is getting more serious about politics, forming a new PAC
Ahead of the midterms, Chipotle has filed to form a political action committee, in a departure from its prior "Government Affairs Engagement Policy."
12 Small Business Grants to Apply for in 2026
These business grant programs won't cost your company any equity—but deadlines are approaching fast.
Donald Trump, CEO-in-Chief: How the president's dealmaking instincts are shaking up business and the government
In his second term, President Trump has doubled down on his favorite tactics: one-on-one negotiations and unpredictability. He's made big changes; will they endure?
If only the US was being run like a business
President Trump's failure to honor even basic principles of business is on full display now.
US government warns it will take action if Haitian politicians destabilize country
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — The U.S. warned the transitional council in charge of Haiti against making changes to the troubled country’s government on Wednesday, as pressure mounts for the unelected body to move toward elections for the first time in a decade.
US government warns it will take action if Haitian politicians destabilize country
The U.S. has warned the transitional council in charge of Haiti against making changes to the troubled country’s government, as pressure mounts for the unelected body to move toward elections for the first time in a decade
Public values scientists but fewer feel informed about science, ...
Survey will provide government with insights on how the public perception of science could be improved
How the nation’s new dietary guidelines might backfire
When the federal government issued its recommendations for a healthy diet last week, many nutritionists and health care providers were appalled.
No military force for Greenland, a historical pitch for controlling the island and other takeaways from Trump’s Davos speech
President Donald Trump’s winding, antagonistic speech to business moguls and government officials in the Swiss Alps on Wednesday was hardly a salve to concerns the Western Alliance is at its breaking point.
Cellphone health risks in focus of new government study: 'Very concerned'
A cell phone radiation health study has been launched by the HHS to investigate whether electromagnetic radiation from phones and cell towers could harm Americans.
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
Treasury Secretary Bessent says Denmark and its investment in the US are ‘irrelevant’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday offered some biting words about Denmark, which maintains territorial control over Greenland, after the European country’s pension fund announced it would unwind its investment in US government bonds.
Starmer criticises Trump for ‘pressure on me and Britain’ over Greenland
PM also accuses Kemi Badenoch of supporting efforts by Trump to ‘undermine the government’s position’
Home health workers, 'backbone’ of public health work, support collective bargaining legislation
While the bill broadly applies to public employees like government workers, it would also create the Virginia Home Care Authority within the state’s Department of Medical Assistance Services.
Hialeah Mayor launches crackdown on businesses with ties to Cuban government
Just one week into his term, Mayor Bryan Calvo announces that nearly 300 Hialeah businesses have been flagged for potential connections to Cuba's communist regime.
Inequality and unease are rising as Davos opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
The Swiss town of Davos hosts the annual meeting of elites from business, government and culture this week
Congress clinches bipartisan health deal
The agreement released Tuesday morning would advance health policies that have languished since they were dropped from a government funding bill in 2024.
Walz was also asked about foreign agent ties during Harris vetting, sources tell CNN
Josh Shapiro wasn’t the only finalist to be Kamala Harris’s running mate who was asked if he had ever been an agent of a foreign government, four sources familiar with the matter told CNN on Monday. Tim Walz was, too.
Walz was also asked about foreign agent ties during Harris vetting, sources tell CNN
Josh Shapiro wasn’t the only finalist to be Kamala Harris’s running mate who was asked if he had ever been an agent of a foreign government, four sources familiar with the matter told CNN on Monday. Tim Walz was, too.
U.S. Secretary of War Hegseth Pledges to “Sledgehammer” Small Business Assistance Program Calling it Government’s “Oldest DEI Program”
U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced plans to “sledgehammer” the 8(a) Program, a federal contracting program aimed at assisting socially and economically disadvantaged small business owners, calling it “the oldest DEI program in the federal government.” Established in 1978, the 8(a) program is run by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), a federal agency, […]
Business air travel is back, and that’s good news for this airline
United is seen reporting higher revenue in a quarter marred by the U.S. government shutdown. An uptick in business travel is a welcome boost for the year ahead.
House will try again to legalize mobile sports betting in Mississippi. Challenges remain
This year's proposal would direct state online gambling revenue to the government employees' retirement system, in an effort to win over the Senate.
As governments become economic actors, what are the challenge for business?
Governments are responding with more assertive industrial strategies to bolster competitiveness, resilience and national security.
Inequality and unease are rising as elite Davos event opens with pro-business Trump set to attend
The Swiss town of Davos hosts the annual meeting of elites from business, government and culture this week.
Inequality and Unease Are Rising as Elite Davos Event Opens With Pro-Business Trump Set to Attend
DAVOS, Switzerland (AP) — Corporate chiefs and government leaders including U.S. President Donald Trump swarm into Davos, Switzerland this week, joining an elite annual meeting that promotes dialogue and economic progress — even as a domineering tone from Washington has upended the global order and ...
The current US political climate is spurring a 'reclaim' and rallying on the MLK holiday
As communities across the country prepare Monday to host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of when the federal government officially began observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the current political climate has left some feeling more fraught than festive when it comes to how to honor the slain civil rights icon.
The current US political climate is spurring a 'reclaim' and rallying on the MLK holiday
As communities across the country prepare Monday to host parades, panels and service projects for the 40th anniversary of when the federal government officially began observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the current political climate has left some fee...
In his new book, Gov. Josh Shapiro recalls an ‘offensive’ vetting process to be Kamala Harris’ running mate
In Shapiro’s memoir set to publish later this month, he recalls being asked by Harris’ vetting team if he had ever been “an agent of the Israeli government,” among other new details.
Shapiro says Harris’ vetting team asked whether he was ‘an agent of the Israeli government’
A number of forces on the left questioned Josh Shapiro’s ties to Israel during Kamala Harris’ rushed running mate selection process in 2024. In his new memoir out next week, the Pennsylvania governor says the former vice president and her vetting team were among them.
‘Brazen’ political influence of rich laid bare as wealth of billionaires reaches $18.3tn, says Oxfam
Governments opting for oligarchy while brutally repressing protests over austerity and lack of jobs, charity report says
When politics chases headlines, government still owes residents results
“Mosley’s advocacy for legacy neighborhoods should be understood as what it is: insisting that progress include the people who are already here.”
In their words: European governments criticize Trump’s tariff threats over Greenland
Eurpopean allies are calling American tariffs 'extortion.'
Concerns about big business grow
Americans still see big government as the biggest threat to the country’s future, but fewer feel that way than a decade ago. A new Gallup poll shows 57% of U.S. adults say big government poses the greatest threat. That number has dropped sharply from nearly 70% between 2013 and 2016. At the same time, concern… MoreConcerns about big business grow
Trump thanks Iran for not following through on executions of political prisoners
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump took the unusual step on Friday of thanking the Iranian government for not following through on executions of what he said was meant to be hundreds of political prisoners.
Funding whiplash for federal public health grants hits Lancaster County
The Lancaster County government was among some 2,000 organizations nationwide that received a surprise message late Tuesday stating that the Trump administration had terminated their federal funding.
Two Cheers for Abundance: Tech Policy and the Politics of Growth
While President Trump has largely failed to fulfill that promise, Abundance can help lay the groundwork for a moderate coalition to remove government barriers to future growth. There’s much that Klein and Thompson get wrong. But they are absolutely correct that we shouldn’t settle for a political class obsessed with fighting over the scraps of a decayed American empire.
Shadow minister replacing Robert Jenrick says Tories ‘let down’ the country in government
The new shadow justice secretary Nick Timothy said he was ‘sorry’ for how the Conservatives ‘handled certain things in those last few years’ in power
San Antonio, Spurs to purchase $30M in Sports and Entertainment District
In a move to take the Sports and Entertainment District from a vision to a reality, the San Antonio City Council voted unanimously to authorize the city manager to execute a a $30 million private acquisition and escrow agreement between the city, the San Antonio Spurs Holdings, LLC and Chicago Title, who will act as the escrow agent for the federal government Jan. 15.
Former Ukrainian PM accused of bribing politicians with US dollars to weaken Zelenskyy's government
Ukrainian authorities seized stacks of U.S. dollars during raids targeting former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko, who allegedly planned to bribe lawmakers
Exclusive | RFK Jr.’s Health Department Is Studying Health Effects of Cellphones
Government webpages saying cellphones aren’t dangerous have been quietly removed.
U.S. Cuts Health Aid and Ties It to Funding Pledges by African Governments
The Trump administration has signed $11 billion in agreements with African nations, in deals tied to foreign policy goals.
Spain's polarised politics stymies government's regional funding plan
A new fiscal model proposed by Spain's finance minister for its regional governments has faced a heavy backlash from regional leaders, who accuse the central government of toying with public finances to win political favours as it struggles to hold its fragile coalition together.
The health care debate is back in Washington. It never really went away
The ongoing debate over health care in the U.S. remains as contentious as ever. Since President Harry Truman's failed attempt to establish a national health care program in 1945, every president has grappled with the government's role in health care.
Perceived Threat From Big Business Growing
A reduced majority of Americans view "big government" as most threatening to the future of the U.S., while a near record-high 37% say "big business" is.
Venezuela's acting president vows to continue releasing prisoners detained under Maduro
Venezuela’s acting President Delcy Rodríguez said Wednesday her government would continue releasing prisoners detained under former President Nicolás Maduro's rule in what she described as “a new political moment” since his ouster by the United States earlier this month.
Trump announces Iran is stopping killing anti-government protesters
Trump announced that Iran is stopping the killing of anti-government protesters after he threatened to intervene.
Spain’s judiciary is caught up in a bitter political war
The government decries charges of corruption as “lawfare”
Acentra Health Appoints Deborah Ricci as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Accomplished financial executive brings over 35 years of experience in public and private sector Debbie Ricci Acentra Health Appoints Deborah Ricci as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer MCLEAN, Va., Jan. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acentra Health, a technology and health solutions company dedicated to accelerating better health outcomes for government and commercial clients and the populations they serve, today announced the appointment of Deborah Ricci as Executive Vice Presi
Driving Progress on the America First Global Health Strategy Through Bilateral Global Health MOU with Malawi - United States Department of State
Under the America First Global Health Strategy, the United States is advancing a new model of global health assistance—one that prioritizes the protection of the American people from infectious disease threats while empowering recipient countries to achieve self-reliance and accountability within their national healthcare systems. Today, the United States and the Government of Malawi signed a five-year, $936 million bilateral health cooperation Memorandum […]
Romanian Inflation Ends Tumultuous Year in Politics Close to 10%
Romanian inflation remained at nearly three times the upper band of the central bank’s target range after government action to curb the budget deficit helped fuel price growth.
Lawmakers move to defund Wyoming Business Council ahead of budget session
Despite pleas from Gov. Gordon and others, Joint Appropriations Committee debated whether economic development is the proper role of state government.
Interim Venezuelan government frees at least 4 Americans
The interim Venezuelan government has freed at least four Americans who were imprisoned in Venezuela, a source familiar with the matter told CNN Tuesday.
Push for ICE reforms could impact government funding effort
The Congressional Progressive Caucus announced it would oppose any proposed funding for immigration enforcement in the DHS spending bill until reforms are enacted.
‘Flawed,’ ‘inaccurate,’ ‘biased’: Influential Oregonians say state’s lawyers wrote shoddy explanations for proposed ballot measure
The biggest flaw, they say, is that the draft explanations completely omit the proposed measures' biggest impact: 1.1 million more Oregonians would be able to take part in government funded primary elections for the most important offices.
UW Health, Children's Wisconsin pausing gender-affirming care for patients under 18
MADISON (WKOW) — UW Health said it is pausing some gender-affirming care due to recent actions taken by the federal government.
What countries do business with Iran and what could new US tariffs mean?
Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests.
Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services - Global Center on Adaptation
Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services GCA Webinar Series on Adaptation Insights Zoom VIRTUAL 22 January 2026, 15:00 CET Register here nbs-for-infrastructure Share this post: Source: Background Climate change poses unprecedented threats to health systems globally, particularly in vulnerable regions across Africa and beyond. The cascading impacts of extreme weather events, rising temperatures, and shifting disease patterns are disrupting healthcare delivery and access, infrastructure integrity, and supply chains essential for maintaining public health. Event DescriptionThe Climate-Resilient Health Systems for Sustained Value Chains, Healthcare Access and Services webinar will convene a panel discussion on the upcoming Climate Adaptation Insights on Health report and engage key stakeholders across government, development partners, private sector, and civil society in understanding the critical intersections between climate change adaptation and health system strengthening. By sharing insights on systemic vulnerabilities, interdependencies across the health system and supporting systems, and innovative adaptation approaches, this event will catalyze dialogue and action toward building climate-resilient health systems that can sustain healthcare access and services under changing climate conditions. The webinar will bring together participants from healthcare practitioners, multilateral development banks, international health organizations, climate finance institutions, research institutions, and civil society organizations globally. nbs-for-infrastructure Share this post:
Legislative Session preview: Ralph Massullo eager for new role in Senate
'My main goal is to make government more efficient.'
Cheaper drinks will see a rise in noncommunicable diseases and injuries
In two new global reports released today, WHO is calling on governments to significantly strengthen taxes on sugary drinks and alcoholic beverages.
Pentagon to invest $1 billion in L3Harris rocket motor business
The U.S. government will invest $1 billion in L3Harris Technologies' rocket motor business, guaranteeing a steady supply of the much-needed motors used in a wide range of missiles such as Tomahawks and Patriot interceptors.
Trump says countries doing business with Iran face 25% tariff on US trade
President posts online as US weighs response to situation in Iran, which is major facing anti-government protests
Trump says any country doing business with Iran will face 25 percent tariff
The US president has threatened Iran with military strikes amid widespread antigovernment protests there.
U.S. to Impose 25% Tariff on Countries Doing Business With Iran, Trump Says
The move comes as the White House weighs a response to protests in Iran that have rocked its government.
Recent $11 Million Grant to Broad Metro Highlights Economic Partnerships Between Business and State, Federal Government - Alabama Department of Labor
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 12, 2026 Recent $11 Million Grant to Broad Metro Highlights Economic Partnerships Between Business and State, Federal Government Hoover, Alabama – A recent grant in the amount of $11,751,607.34 in federal Abandoned Mine Land Economic Revitalization (AMLER) Program funding that was awarded for two innovative projects in Hoover, Alabama—Broad […]
Trump threatens tariffs on countries doing business with Iran
President Trump threatened to impose a 25 percent tariff on countries doing business with Iran on Monday in response to a violence crackdown by Tehran on growing anti-government protests. “Effecti…
AI Pushback: Governments Eye Action on Political Ads, Deepfakes
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to ban AI-generated images from state politics. Canada may restrict “deepfakes” after the uproar over Grok “undressing” photos. New Jersey restricts phone use in schools. Vermont beer-makers are struggling. As we mention here regularly, Decision Points primarily ...
Scaling virtual health: developing a roadmap for success
Heath providers, governments and agencies need to discuss how we can work together to develop and implement a practical roadmap to scale virtual health.
‘An undoing of the scientific method’: Flagship CEO warns of government threats to US biotech industry
The Trump administration spent 2025 taking a sledgehammer to science, obliteratin | The Trump administration spent 2025 taking a sledgehammer to science, obliterating funding and reshaping agencies like the FDA and National Institutes of Health through layoffs and restrictive new policies. In a new letter, Noubar Afeyan, Ph.D., co-founder of Moderna and CEO of Flagship Pioneering, warns that these actions risk undermining the foundations of science itself to the ultimate detriment of health and biotech innovation in America.
New megadonors with major business before the government back Trump's super PAC
Business leaders affiliated with AI companies and TikTok and family members of people accused of federal crimes were among those who made big donations to MAGA Inc.
New megadonors with major business before the government back Trump's super PAC
Business leaders affiliated with AI companies and TikTok and family members of people accused of federal crimes were among those who made big donations to MAGA Inc.