Liberal democracies face a challenge from 'good life states' that promote specific visions of human flourishing, threatening liberal values of pluralism and individual choice. The author argues liberals must craft an attractive moral vision without sacrificing freedom.
Donald Trump dismissed reports blaming Iran for cyberattacks on Minnesota's water systems, instead criticizing Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. This contradicts US officials and investigators who suspect Iran-linked activity, while federal agencies continue investigations into similar incidents across multiple US states.
The FBI, EPA, and CISA suspect Iran is behind cyberattacks on Minnesota's water systems, which are spreading to other states. Donald Trump, however, denies Iranian involvement and blames Governor Tim Walz for the incidents.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is recalling his National Guard members from Washington, D.C. earlier than planned due to concerns they were used for presence patrols in neighborhoods, deviating from their assigned role for America 250 celebrations. Other Democratic governors also sent troops with similar event-specific orders, but activists have documented guard members on broader law enforcement duties.
Ein Bundesrichter hat Ermittlungen des US-Justizministeriums gegen Gouverneur Tim Walz und andere demokratische Amtsträger in Minnesota gestoppt. Richter Patrick Schiltz erklärte, die Vorladungen seien aus verfassungswidrigen und politischen Gründen erlassen worden, um die Amtsträger zu "schikanieren" und Vergeltung zu üben.
Ein Bundesrichter hat Ermittlungen der US-Regierung gegen Gouverneur Tim Walz und andere demokratische Amtsträger gestoppt. Richter Patrick Schiltz erklärte Vorladungen für verfassungswidrig und politisch motiviert.
A US federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to subpoena Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and other state officials, ruling the effort was meant to coerce them into assisting federal immigration enforcement and to harass them for refusing. The judge found little evidence of criminal wrongdoing and stated the Justice Department was using the grand jury process for unlawful purposes.
The CFTC is suing Minnesota, Governor Walz, AG Ellison, and DPS Director Anglin over SF 4760, a bill banning prediction markets. The CFTC claims exclusive jurisdiction over these markets, calling the ban an "outright ban" and a violation of federal law.
