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winnipegfreepress.compolitics2 hrs ago
Wisconsin Democratic candidate says campaign cash lower than expected
The candidate announced the discovery after scheduled television ads failed to air. She said she fired her campaign manager and notified state ethics officials.
business5 hrs ago
Trump Reports $1.4 Billion Crypto Gains; Senate Clarity Act Discussed
President Donald Trump's disclosure of $1.4 billion in crypto-related wealth is influencing negotiations over ethics rules in the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. A new draft is expected in days as the Senate considers a vote this month.
usatoday.comfinance7 hrs ago
Senate leaders advance cryptocurrency bill without ethics restrictions
A cryptocurrency regulation bill is scheduled for a Senate floor vote in the coming weeks after nearly a year of negotiations. The measure lacks provisions restricting elected officials' involvement in the crypto industry.
cnbc.compolitics6 days ago
President Trump praises Dell during market opening, shares rise 4.4%
President Trump publicly endorsed Dell during a July 6 stock market event. Dell shares rose the same day. A former ethics lawyer said such endorsements violate federal standards.
Yonhapworld7 days ago
South Korea’s main opposition party ethics panel reviews discipline for lawmakers who backed Han Dong-hoon or called for leader’s resignation
The People Power Party ethics committee met Monday in Seoul to examine disciplinary requests against lawmakers aligned with former leader Han Dong-hoon. The session addressed support for Han's independent run and calls for current leader Jang Dong-hyeok to resign.
abcnews.go.comfinance10 days ago
Treasury Secretary says Trump cryptocurrency earnings raise no ethics concerns
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that President Trump's cryptocurrency earnings present no appearance problem. Personal financial disclosures showed more than $1.1 billion in related income last year.
nbcnews.compolitics11 days ago
President Trump's Financial Disclosure Prompts Questions on Taxes and Ethics
The release of President Trump's financial disclosure has drawn attention to his tax payments and possible conflicts of interest. CBS News reported that the document leaves several details about his income and liabilities unclear.
Washington Examinertechnology11 days ago
X Suspends New Trump Portfolio Tracker Account After Its First Post
The account posted details from ethics filings on President Trump's 2025 trades and cryptocurrency earnings. It compared his results to those tracked on a similar Nancy Pelosi account that has operated since 2022.
finance12 days ago
President's Financial Disclosure Shows Crypto Holdings and Trading Activity
A government ethics filing released Tuesday details royalty income and trading activity tied to the president's crypto-related businesses. The document lists proceeds from a memecoin, a family crypto company, and stock trades in blockchain-linked firms.
nymag.combusiness11 days agoUpdated
President Trump Reports $2.2 Billion Total Income in 2025 Financial Disclosure, Including $1.4 Billion from Crypto Ventures
A mandatory federal filing shows the president and his family earned more than $1 billion from cryptocurrency ventures last year, part of $2.2 billion in total reported income. The 927-page disclosure was filed Tuesday with the Office of Government Ethics.
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finance12 days ago
President earned more than $2.2 billion last year, ethics filing shows
A 927-page document released Tuesday by the U.S. Office of Government Ethics reported more than $2.2 billion in revenue for the president in 2025. The filing listed income from real estate, golf courses, royalty deals, branded products, court settlements, and cryptocurrency busin…
benzinga.comfinance12 days ago
Trump Ethics Filing Lists Two Bitcoin Wallets Each Above $50 Million, While Price Fell 53% After Earlier Gains
President Trump released an ethics filing on July 1, 2026, listing two cryptocurrency wallets valued above $50 million each. Forbes estimates his total bitcoin exposure exceeds $500 million when including indirect holdings through Trump Media.
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abcnews.go.comfinance12 days ago
President Trump's Financial Disclosure Shows $1.4 Billion From Crypto Ventures
A 927-page report released Tuesday by the Office of Government Ethics details the president's business income, with roughly $1.4 billion attributed to cryptocurrency holdings. The disclosure covers stock trades, real estate, and branded-product royalties alongside the crypto earn…
Washington Examinerfinance12 days ago
X Account Launches to Track President Trump's Investments After Crypto Filing
An account called Donald Trump Portfolio Tracker debuted on X this week and asserts that President Trump ranks as the top investor in the free world. The launch follows a government ethics filing that detailed roughly $1.2 billion in 2025 earnings for his family cryptocurrency bu…
livemint.combusiness13 days ago
President Trump Reported $1.4 Billion From Cryptocurrency Ventures in 2025
The U.S. Office of Government Ethics released annual financial disclosures on June 30 showing President Donald Trump earned more than $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency and memecoin businesses. The 927-page report details income from World Liberty Financial and $TRUMP tokens.
Al Jazeerabusiness12 days agoUpdated
Trump Disclosure Reports Over $1.2 Billion in Crypto-Related Revenue for 2025
The annual disclosure filed with the U.S. Office of Government Ethics lists $635 million from the TRUMP meme coin and $588 million from World Liberty Financial token sales. It also reports holdings of more than $50 million in Bitcoin and between $5 million and $25 million in Ethe…
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theconversation.comworld13 days ago
House Votes 420-0 to Disclose Taxpayer-Funded Sexual Misconduct Settlements
The House approved a resolution Tuesday requiring the Ethics Committee to release records on sexual harassment settlements paid with taxpayer dollars. Rep. Thomas Massie introduced the measure, which passed with one member voting present.
cnet.compolitics13 days ago
House Passes Resolution on Public Release of Taxpayer-Funded Sexual Misconduct Settlements
The House voted 420-0-1 on Tuesday to direct the Ethics Committee and the Office of Congressional Workplace Rights to release records of settlements involving lawmakers or staff. Rep. Thomas Massie introduced the measure. Rep. Nancy Mace voted present and called the action politi…
Euronewsworld13 days ago
AI Reads Text of Damaged Ancient Scroll from Herculaneum Villa
Researchers used artificial intelligence to read PHerc. 1667, a carbonized papyrus scroll from Herculaneum, without unrolling it. The text is a philosophical treatise on ethics and moral progress that names a disciple of Chrysippus.
Timepolitics13 days agoUpdated
Senator Gallego Billed Luxury Family Trips to Campaign Accounts, DOJ Opens Review
The Department of Justice is investigating Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego for possible campaign-finance violations tied to luxury travel and family expenses. Gallego’s office called the inquiry political retaliation and noted that a Senate ethics panel already dismissed related…
cnbc.compolitics14 days agoUpdated
Senate Ethics Committee Dismisses Complaint Against Sen. Ruben Gallego
The bipartisan panel found no evidence that Gallego violated federal law, Senate rules or standards of conduct. The complaint, filed in April by Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, alleged campaign finance violations and sexual misconduct.
cointelegraph.comworld16 days ago
Philippine Regulatory Commission Suspends Doctor for Six Months
The Professional Regulatory Board of Medicine suspended a licensed physician's certificate for six months after finding her statements about healthcare workers violated the medical code of ethics. The board said the doctor may resume practice after serving the suspension and fili…
deccanchronicle.compolitics17 days ago
Senate Republicans face pressure to confirm acting attorney general before August recess
A former attorney general urged Senate Republicans to confirm the acting attorney general ahead of July hearings. Democrats and outside groups filed an ethics complaint against the nominee this week.
Nbc Newsworld17 days ago
Researchers Reveal Ancient Philosophical Texts From Vesuvius Scrolls
Scientists used AI to recover texts from carbonized scrolls buried in Herculaneum by the A.D. 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius. The texts include discussions on ethics and human behavior by previously lost authors. A new $1 million prize was announced for deciphering a full scroll b…
pymnts.comfinance18 days ago
Senate leaders say time is short for bipartisan cryptocurrency legislation
Senate Majority Leader John Thune said lawmakers must reach a deal quickly on cryptocurrency oversight rules. Outstanding issues include ethics provisions and regulatory appointments. A House vote would also be required.
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AI Reads 20 Columns from Burnt Herculaneum Scroll
Researchers used artificial intelligence to read 20 columns of previously hidden text from a carbonised scroll recovered from Herculaneum. The text discusses stoic philosophy on ethics and human behaviour and dates to the second or late-third century BC.
Washington Examinerpolitics23 days agoUpdated
U.S. Accepts Qatari Jet as Temporary Presidential Aircraft Despite Ethics Concerns
President Trump unveiled the modified jet at Joint Base Andrews on June 19. The aircraft will serve until new VC-25B planes arrive in 2027 and 2028.
nbcnews.comscience27 days ago
California governor agrees to $31,500 ethics fine over late donation reports
The governor will pay the penalty after state regulators found 36 behested payment reports covering more than $5.5 million were filed late. The reports involved donations directed to wildfire relief after the January 2025 Los Angeles fires.
espn.comsports27 days ago
Michigan State Trustees Strengthen Ethics Code as President and Athletic Director Depart
Longtime basketball coach Tom Izzo said he is 'disgusted' by the departures of President Kevin Guskiewicz and Athletic Director J Batt. He urged Michigan State alumni to rally in response.
finance28 days ago
White House event paid UFC winners with Trump family stablecoin
Winners at a White House UFC event received bonuses in USD1, a stablecoin issued by World Liberty Financial. The payment structure drew attention because federal ethics rules exempt the president from conflict-of-interest restrictions that apply to other officials.
CoinDeskfinance38 days ago
Sen. Alsobrooks Conditions Senate Support for Clarity Act on Ethics Deal and Remaining Issues
The Maryland Democrat said she will not support the bill on the Senate floor unless negotiators reach agreement on ethics provisions and other outstanding issues.
abcnews.go.compolitics40 days ago
Ethics Report Details President Trump Stock Trades Totaling $750 Million
A government ethics report states that President Trump conducted stock trades worth up to $750 million during 2026, including purchases in companies he had publicly promoted.
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channel4.compolitics40 days ago
SNP Urges Ethics Adviser to Review Unreported Ministerial Meeting
The Scottish National Party has asked the prime minister's independent adviser on ministerial standards to examine whether a meeting between a Scottish Secretary and a lobbying firm was properly declared. The meeting occurred in summer 2024 and appeared on public records in March…
theweek.compolitics40 days ago
House Ethics Committee Launches Sexual Misconduct Probe of Rep. Jimmy Gomez, Who Denies Any Violations
The House Ethics Committee is examining allegations against Democratic Rep. Jimmy Gomez. Gomez denies any violation of law or House rules.
pymnts.comfinance40 days ago
Administration and senators discuss ethics rules for cryptocurrency legislation
White House officials and Democratic senators are negotiating ethics provisions tied to digital asset legislation. A deal on presidential profit limits is viewed by both sides as necessary for the bill to advance.
Rapplerworld40 days ago
House Reprimands Bong Suntay for Anne Curtis Analogy, Orders Community Service and Gender Seminar Instead of Suspension
The House of Representatives voted 263-8-7 on June 3, 2026, to approve an ethics committee recommendation that included community service, a gender sensitivity seminar, and a public apology to Anne Curtis and all women.
world41 days ago
Representative Says Extramarital Conduct Did Not Violate House Ethics Rules
A member of Congress stated Tuesday that personal conduct outside marriage did not break House rules or federal law. The House Ethics Committee is investigating allegations first reported in April.
Axiosai42 days ago
AI Models Reference Religion in Only 5-16% of Moral and Personal Queries, Far Below U.S. Public Expectations
A multi-university consortium released three studies showing large language models systematically omit religious perspectives on grief, family and ethics questions. The research evaluated 27 models against expectations from 1,125 U.S. adults.
nypost.comworld46 days ago
Alabama Probate Judge Suspended Over Ethics Complaint
Jefferson County Probate Judge Yashiba Blanchard was suspended after a judicial ethics complaint listed seven charges. The complaint alleges racial comments, staff interference, and delays in involuntary commitment hearings.
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snopes.compolitics46 days ago
Trump Bought Stock in Three Companies Days Before Public Praise
President Trump purchased shares in three corporations and publicly praised each within one or two days, according to first-quarter financial disclosures filed with the U.S. Office of Government Ethics. The filings were submitted late this month.
vaticannews.vaai47 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Issues Encyclical on Artificial Intelligence
Pope Leo XIV released a 42,300-word encyclical Monday that calls for government regulation of AI companies, job protections for workers, and limits on lethal autonomous weapons. The document urges transparency in algorithmic tools used by governments and community involvement in…
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New York Postpolitics47 days ago
Alabama Probate Judge Suspended Over Alleged Racial Remarks and Delayed Hearings
An Alabama probate judge faces seven ethics charges after a judicial commission accused her of making a racial comment about a white clerk and repeatedly postponing involuntary commitment hearings. The judge has been suspended indefinitely pending further proceedings.
calgaryherald.comai48 days ago
Therapists Test AI Tools for Session Notes and Recordkeeping
Mental health clinicians are adopting AI platforms that record sessions, create transcripts and draft clinical notes. Patients and ethics researchers cite privacy and consent concerns. Companies state the tools reduce administrative time while remaining HIPAA compliant.
Washington Examinerai49 days ago
Pope Leo XIV Addresses Church's Role in Slavery, AI Ethics in First Encyclical
Pope Leo XIV issued his first encyclical on Monday, apologizing for the Catholic Church's historical legitimization of slavery and addressing the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence.
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en.antaranews.comfinance54 days ago
President Discloses Investment in Sushi Chain Operator
A U.S. president reported a multimillion-dollar stake in a sushi restaurant chain operator during the first quarter of 2026. The disclosure came through an official ethics filing and followed a period of share price movement.
investors.compolitics55 days ago
President Trump Files Report Detailing Over 3,600 Stock Trades in First Quarter
President Trump disclosed more than 3,600 stock trades during the first quarter of 2026. The filing with the Office of Government Ethics lists transactions in companies whose business has been affected by administration decisions.
The Bbcpolitics55 days ago
Former Defence Secretary Resigns as Chairman of Cambridge Aerospace
A former Conservative defence secretary resigned as chairman of Cambridge Aerospace after a ministerial ethics watchdog raised concerns about compliance with rules on former ministers. The resignation followed the announcement of a multimillion-pound government missile contract.
Washington Examinerpolitics55 days ago
D.C. Bar Lawyer Withdraws From Ethics Investigation of U.S. Pardon Attorney
A senior disciplinary official stepped away from an ethics case involving U.S. Pardon Attorney Ed Martin after social media posts resurfaced. The withdrawal follows a Justice Department lawsuit against the D.C. Bar.
finance57 days ago
Companies Create New AI Job Titles Across Roles and Salary Levels
AI companies and other employers are adding specialized positions that range from communications and engineering to ethics and gig work. Job postings show demand for roles such as forward deployed engineers, AI evangelists, and philosophers.
Euronewspolitics59 days ago
US President Discloses Over 3600 Stock Trades Valued Up to $750 Million in Q1 2026
A federal ethics filing shows the president executed between 3,600 and 3,700 stock trades in the first quarter of 2026 with a total value between $220 million and $750 million. The disclosures indicate gains of 20 percent or more on nearly all positions, including more than 100 p…
ABC Newspolitics60 days ago
House Ethics Committee Investigates Rep. Chuck Edwards Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday it is reviewing allegations that Rep. Chuck Edwards created a hostile work environment and engaged in sexual harassment toward two former female staffers. Edwards denied the claims, calling them politically motivated fiction and sayin…
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Trump Reports $220 Million to $750 Million in Securities Transactions in Q1 2026
Ethics filings show President Trump reported securities transactions valued between $220 million and $750 million during the first quarter of 2026. The filings include major trades linked to top U.S. companies and index funds. The disclosures cover activity from January through M…
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theweek.compolitics60 days ago
House Ethics Committee Launches Inquiry Into Rep. Chuck Edwards Following Allegations
The panel is examining allegations of an improper relationship with a subordinate and claims of a hostile work environment. The probe was launched after calls from colleagues amid a recent wave of similar accusations against lawmakers from both parties. Edwards said he welcomes t…
thenation.compolitics60 days ago
Trump Reports Financial Transactions Valued Between $220 Million and $750 Million in Q1 2026
Two new financial disclosure forms released Thursday by the U.S. Office of Government Ethics detail President Trump's securities trades from the first three months of 2026. The reports list purchases in major technology and financial firms as well as municipal bonds, with values…
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CoinDeskfinance60 days ago
Senate Banking Committee Advances Digital Asset Market Clarity Act
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee held a markup hearing on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on May 14, 2026. Republicans and Democrats failed to reach full agreement on the bill's remaining provisions, including decentralized finance and government ethics rules.
Semaforpolitics60 days ago
Senate Banking Committee Schedules Markup of Cryptocurrency Regulation Bill for May 14
Republicans secured enough votes on May 13 to advance their cryptocurrency regulation overhaul without Democratic support after Sen. John Kennedy fell in line. The markup is scheduled for Thursday morning following debate over stablecoin rewards, illicit finance and ethics langua…
cnbc.compolitics61 days ago
Senate Banking Committee Advances Digital Asset Clarity Act With Over 130 Amendments Ahead of Markup
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, which passed the House in 2025, faces a Senate Banking Committee markup starting Thursday after Sens. Thom Tillis and Angela Alsobrooks reached a deal on stablecoin yield. Democrats are pushing ethics provisions related to President Trump’s c…
Rapplerpolitics61 days ago
Senator Eyes Ethics Complaint After Exchange With Colleague in Philippine Senate
A senator said he would file an ethics complaint against another senator following a heated exchange during a plenary session on May 12, 2026. The incident occurred amid other recent developments in the chamber, including the replacement of the Senate president and confirmation o…
The Interceptpolitics63 days ago
New York Grievance Committee Closes Misconduct Review of Interim U.S. Attorney John Sarcone Without Public Discipline
A state ethics panel notified complainants last week that it determined John Sarcone engaged in professional misconduct, closing the case without public discipline. Sarcone, who has led the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of New York on an unconfirmed basis, prev…
theweek.compolitics62 days agoUpdated
House Ethics Committee Releases Update on Investigation of Rep. Cory Mills
A House Ethics investigative subcommittee has issued more than 20 subpoenas and contacted dozens of witnesses as it examines allegations of sexual misconduct, dating violence, campaign finance violations and improper financial dealings against a Florida GOP congressman.