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nypost.compolitics2 days ago
Texas Comptroller Investigated Nearly 50 Islamic and Chinese Private Schools for Voucher Program
The Texas Comptroller's office hired two outside researchers to examine nearly 50 private schools after receiving allegations of ties to extremist groups or the Chinese government. Four Islamic school campuses sued the agency in March after initial exclusion from the state's new…
jta.orgpolitics10 days ago
Israeli security agencies slow to address foreign election interference
State comptroller report finds Shin Bet began addressing online foreign influence only in January. National Security Council stopped work on the issue ahead of the general election.
jpost.comworld13 days ago
High Court Says Officials Face Lawsuits for Ignoring Rulings
Israel's High Court of Justice stated that government officials who do not follow court orders on the Second Authority for Television and Radio could face civil lawsuits. The warning came during a June 28, 2026 hearing on petitions about the State Comptroller election.
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jns.orgworld16 days ago
Brad Lander Defeats Incumbent Dan Goldman by 31 Points in New York Democratic Primary
Former New York City comptroller Brad Lander won the Democratic primary for New York's 10th Congressional District on June 24. Haaretz reported the victory margin reached 31 percentage points over incumbent Representative Dan Goldman.
jns.orgpolitics18 days ago
Israeli High Court Orders New Knesset Vote for State Comptroller
The High Court of Justice invalidated attorney Michael Rabello's election as state comptroller after a filming issue affected secret ballots. The court directed the Knesset to hold a new vote before Rabello was scheduled to assume the post.
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newslaundry.comworld20 days ago
High Court Rules State Comptroller Exceeded Authority in October 7 Audits
Israel's High Court of Justice ruled that the State Comptroller exceeded his authority in parts of an audit covering the October 7 massacre. Several audits will be halted as a result of the decision.
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jpost.compolitics22 days ago
High Court Hears Petition on State Comptroller Vote After Knesset Rejects Revote
Israel's High Court of Justice held a hearing Sunday on the election of the next State Comptroller. The court is examining whether the Knesset must hold a new vote after concerns arose over ballot secrecy in the original election.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics25 days ago
Democratic Socialists Win Several Primary Races in New York
Candidates backed by Zohran Mamdani won multiple Democratic primaries for Congress on June 23. The Associated Press and NY1 projected victories for former city Comptroller Brad Lander and state Assemblywoman Claire Valdez over their opponents.
Reasonpolitics26 days ago
Democratic Socialists Win Three New York Congressional Primaries
Democratic Socialist-backed candidates defeated three Democratic incumbents or frontrunners in New York primary races on June 23, 2026. The winners include state Assembly Member Claire Valdez, Darializa Avila Chevalier, and former city comptroller Brad Lander.
nbcnews.compolitics26 days ago
Former NYC Comptroller Challenges Incumbent in Democratic Primary
Former New York City comptroller Brad Lander is running against Rep. Dan Goldman in a Democratic primary. Their positions on Israel have become the central campaign issue.
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freepressjournal.inpolitics26 days ago
Israel's Central Elections Committee Weighs New Rules on Vote Recording
The committee is considering guidelines on vote recording and mobile phone use after a breach of ballot secrecy during the State Comptroller election earlier this month. The measures aim to prevent voters from being required to prove how they voted in future elections.
thehindu.compolitics29 days ago
Knesset Speaker Rejects Court’s Call for New State Comptroller Vote, Leaving Original Selection in Place
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana announced Sunday he will not hold another vote for State Comptroller. The decision follows controversy over the initial selection process.
jns.orgpolitics29 days ago
Knesset Speaker Rejects High Court Proposal for Repeat State Comptroller Vote
Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana declined a High Court suggestion to hold another vote on the state comptroller position. The decision leaves the court to determine whether to intervene in the disputed appointment of a candidate named Rabello.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld34 days ago
State Comptroller-elect rejects conflict claims over selection process
State Comptroller-elect Michael Rabello stated that his selection was not affected by conflicts of interest. He also addressed reports about coalition members documenting ballots during the vote.
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewpolitics35 days ago
High Court Hears Challenge to Knesset Election of State Comptroller
Former Supreme Court justice Yosef Elron told the High Court of Justice that the Knesset's election of Michael Rabello as state comptroller was conducted illegally. The petition argues the vote violated statutory requirements.
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Nbc Newspolitics38 days agoUpdated
Judge Acquits Brad Lander of Obstruction but Notes Protest Blocked Federal Officers at Immigration Court
A federal judge cleared the former New York City comptroller of a misdemeanor tied to a September protest at Manhattan’s immigration court. The ruling came one day after a bench trial and two weeks before Lander’s congressional primary.
The Guardianpolitics39 days ago
Trial Examines Whether Former New York City Comptroller Blocked Elevator
A Manhattan federal court heard testimony Wednesday in the case of Brad Lander, who was arrested in September 2025 while attempting to inspect immigration detention rooms. The proceeding focused on whether Lander obstructed an elevator bank on the 10th floor of 26 Federal Plaza.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics40 days ago
Former NYC Comptroller Brad Lander to Stand Trial Over September Arrest
Brad Lander faces trial Wednesday in federal court after his arrest last September at an immigration facility. The case stems from an attempt by Lander and other elected officials to inspect hold rooms holding detained immigrants.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld41 days ago
Comptroller report finds presidential pardon data exposed to cyber threats during Iran conflict
A comptroller report determined that presidential pardon data remained exposed to cyber threats throughout the period of conflict with Iran. The assessment identified vulnerabilities in data handling and security protocols.
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nationalpost.compolitics42 days ago
Opposition Party Petitions High Court Over State Comptroller Election
Yesh Atid filed a petition Sunday challenging the Knesset vote that elected a new state comptroller. The filing follows a Wednesday vote that was briefly halted after concerns about voting integrity.
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en.globes.co.ilworld55 days ago
State Comptroller Report Details Cyber Vulnerabilities in Israeli Government Systems
State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman released audit findings on Tuesday showing multiple government bodies continued using vulnerable remote-work systems and left sensitive databases exposed during the period of conflict with Iran.
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medianama.comai59 days ago
New York City Comptroller Report Examines Artificial Intelligence Effects on Local Jobs
New York City Comptroller Mark Levin released a report on Thursday that outlines five scenarios for how artificial intelligence could affect employment in the city. The analysis adapts national forecasts from Moody’s Analytics to New York conditions.
The Hillpolitics59 days ago
Trump Nominates Jay Hurst as Pentagon Comptroller
President Trump has formally nominated Jay Hurst to serve as the full-time Pentagon comptroller. Hurst has held the role in an acting capacity since August 2025 and oversaw the $1.5 trillion defense budget request for fiscal 2027.
azernews.azworld59 days ago
White House Nominates Jules Hurst for Pentagon Comptroller
The White House nominated Jules Hurst to serve as Pentagon comptroller on Wednesday. Hurst has performed the duties of the position since August 2025 and oversaw preparation of the $1.5 trillion fiscal 2027 defense budget request.
nypost.comworld62 days ago
State Comptroller Report Estimates LIRR Strike Costs Up to $61 Million Daily
A state comptroller report projects the LIRR strike could cost the state up to $61 million in lost economic activity each day. The estimate draws on ridership, census, and economic data.
en.globes.co.ilworld68 days ago
State Comptroller Report Urges Israel to Strengthen Domestic Defense Production Capacity
Israel's State Comptroller issued a report stating the country allowed its domestic weapons production and raw material capabilities to erode over 20 years. The audit concludes Israel became dangerously dependent on outside suppliers. Reliance on foreign sources limits what the m…
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dnaindia.comworld69 days ago
Israel Entered 2023 War With Weakened Domestic Weapons Production Capacity, State Comptroller Report Finds
A report by State Comptroller Matanyahu Englman published on May 12, 2026, found that Israel began the multi-front war with gaps in weapons stockpiles, weakened domestic production lines, and no comprehensive budgeted policy for maintaining arms independence.
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CoinDeskfinance73 days ago
Kraken Parent Payward Applies for National Trust Company Charter
Payward, the parent company of crypto exchange Kraken, has applied for a national trust company charter with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The proposed Payward National Trust Company would provide federally regulated custody services for digital assets.
Forbestechnology73 days ago
OCC Spring 2026 Risk Report Finds Elevated Operational and Commercial Credit Risks Despite Sound Banking System
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency released its Spring 2026 Semiannual Risk Perspective on May 7, stating the federal banking system remains sound and resilient. The report highlights elevated risks across commercial credit, operational threats and geopolitical factors…
naturalnews.compolitics75 days ago
Pentagon Estimates Cost of First Eight Weeks of U.S.-Israel Campaign Against Iran at $25 Billion
Acting comptroller Jules Hurst III presented the figure during an April 29 congressional hearing. The total covers mostly munitions but excludes damage from Iranian retaliation, which experts and lawmakers say could raise costs significantly higher.
thehindu.comworld82 days ago
Pentagon Discloses $25 Billion Cost for First 60 Days of Operation Epic Fury Against Iran
The U.S. has spent approximately $25 billion on Operation Epic Fury, the ongoing war with Iran, according to Pentagon comptroller Jay Hurst. Most costs stem from ammunition, with early days seeing rapid expenditures. Hurst pledged a future supplemental funding request to Congress…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewfinance87 days ago
House Republicans Release Bill to Extend FISA Section 702 Through 2029
House Republicans have introduced a bill to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act until April 30, 2029. The legislation requires a report from the comptroller general on the program's implementation. President Trump stated that the authority is vital for…
thenation.comworld100 days ago
New York City Comptroller Brad Lander Announces Bid to Challenge Rep. Dan Goldman
Brad Lander, New York City Comptroller, has joined calls to end U.S. aid to Israel and seeks to replace Rep. Dan Goldman in the Democratic primary for New York's 10th Congressional District. Lander cited Israel's conduct in the ongoing war as his reason for opposing funding for t…
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