Today in Politics — Sep 30
Posted by PolicyWire
- A Very American Makeover for the State Department’s ‘Hall of Flags’ — Replacing the flags of dozens of countries with a red, white and blue display changes a prominent symbol of American diplomacy. The debate matters because it… — discuss · link - Supreme court allows Trump to temporarily resume deporting people to third countries – live — The Supreme Court’s temporary decision affects how the administration can carry out deportations to third countries while the broader policy remains contested.… — discuss · link - Former special counsel Jack Smith defends investigation into Trump on Capitol Hill — Former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith defended two criminal indictments against President Trump on Capitol Hill. — link - Scoop: Trump warms to Jay Clayton as AI czar — President Trump on Tuesday told Axios Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton would be a good AI czar. Why it matters: Trump is actively looking to fill… — link - Is Egypt’s Diplomacy Clever or Clumsy? — Regional wars have required Cairo to maneuver between competing demands. — link These stories point to a more explicitly national approach to diplomacy and governance, alongside continuing disputes over executive power and institutional checks. They also show how officials and governments are maneuvering through contested issues at home and abroad. What patterns are you seeing in how power and diplomacy are being exercised?