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U.S. Secretary of State Imposes Visa Sanctions Amid Controversy Surrounding Brazil’s Bolsonaro Investigation

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BRASÍLIA, Brazil — U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced visa restrictions targeting Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes and some of his associates, following judicial actions against former President Jair Bolsonaro. This development comes as Bolsonaro faces increasing legal disputes amid allegations of attempting to undermine Brazil’s current administration. Rubio characterized the legal measures against Bolsonaro as a “political witch hunt,” asserting that these actions not only violate the rights of citizens in Brazil but also have repercussions for Americans. He stated that the U.S. administration is committed to holding accountable individuals … Read more

Justice Secretary Urges Bold Reforms to Combat Court Backlogs, Calls on Sir Brian Leveson for Independent Review

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London, United Kingdom — The effectiveness of the justice system in the UK depends not only on increased funding, according to Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood, but also on transformative strategies to alleviate mounting case backlogs. During an address at the Lord Mayor’s annual dinner for judges, Mahmood emphasized that without innovative approaches, delays in delivering justice could become chronic. To tackle these issues, Mahmood has enlisted Sir Brian Leveson, a former head of criminal justice, to conduct an independent review of the criminal courts. This review aims to propose significant reforms that could ease the … Read more

MIT Veteran Suzanne Glassburn Steps Up as Harvard’s New Vice President and Secretary Amid Governance Challenges

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Cambridge, Massachusetts — Suzanne Glassburn has been appointed as the new secretary of Harvard’s governing bodies, according to an announcement made by University President Alan M. Garber on Thursday. Glassburn will also hold the title of vice president, taking charge of the Office of the Governing Bodies, which is responsible for supporting the Harvard Corporation and the Board of Overseers. Glassburn is transitioning from her role as vice president and secretary of the MIT Corporation, a position she held until her resignation in August 2023. In a statement, she expressed enthusiasm about her new role … Read more

Secretary Noem Announces Controversial Waivers for San Diego Barrier Construction Amid Security Concerns

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San Diego, CA — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has announced sweeping actions to expedite the construction of barrier walls and roads in the San Diego region in response to concerns over illegal border crossings and drug trafficking. Noem revealed she would bypass numerous environmental and historical preservation regulations to fast-track these infrastructure projects. Under the authorization that Noem has exercised, quick elaboration of the projects is deemed essential to national security. The secretary cited escalating issues, particularly the cross-border trafficking of narcotics as a significant threat that the construction intends to curtail. This decision … Read more