Trump signs executive order directing federal funding cuts to PBS and NPR
President Donald Trump on Thursday signed an executive order aiming to slash public subsidies to PBS and NPR as he alleged “bias” in the broadcasters’ reporting.
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Mayor Wu says Boston has moved too fast on street changes
Bike and bus lanes have become a flashpoint in Boston’s 2025 mayoral election. -
'Agitate, resist, obstruct': How two Mass. Democrats say they're standing up to Trump
U.S. Reps. Ayanna Pressley and Stephen Lynch shared how they're pushing back. -
Massachusetts bracing for "all hands" response to federal funds threat
Lawmakers face the challenge of addressing the potential loss of $16B in federal funding in next year’s Mass. budget, which may require significant Legislative action. -
Police training agency proposes changes to use of force and recruit screening
The agency that regulates police training in Massachusetts is trying to finalize new rules. -
MBTA Communities Law faces new legal challenges
The lawsuits come in the wake of a determination by the state auditor that the measure is an "unfunded mandate." -
Wu fiercely defends Boston's immigration policy at congressional hearing
GBH's Adam Reilly attended the hearing and shared moments that stood out. -
Mass. attorney general chides auditor over public comments on state legal matters
Campbell’s comments also came a day after DiZoglio accused her of trying to “scapegoat” the auditor’s office over the controversial MBTA Communities Act. -
Markey says 2025 will be about ‘fighting back’ against Trump administration policies
Markey said the president's cuts to federal programs is part of a plan to create tax cuts for millionaires and billionaires in the U.S. -
Recap: Boston Mayor Wu's testimony before Congress on immigration policies
The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform called on the mayors of Boston, Chicago, Denver and New York to speak about their cities’ immigration policies. -
What would a successful congressional testimony look like for Mayor Wu?
Political experts say she should stick to the facts and remain calm, but be prepared to respond to the unexpected.
