Steve Herman
@newsguy.bsky.social
Exec. Director, Jordan Ctr. for Journalism Advocacy & Innovation/Asst. Professor of Practice, @OleMiss.bsky.social;
Board: @pressclubdc.bsky.social, @juristnews.bsky.social;
Ex VOA White House bureau chief; 2022 Kiplinger Fellow
Board: @pressclubdc.bsky.social, @juristnews.bsky.social;
Ex VOA White House bureau chief; 2022 Kiplinger Fellow
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From license-stripping threats to sedition talk, Trump’s media crusade isn’t just bluster — it fits a troubling American pattern. open.substack.com/pub/newsguy/...
The designation of Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization expands US authority for potential strikes inside Venezuela. www.reuters.com/world/america...
US labels another Venezuelan group as terrorist, ramping up pressure
The United States on Monday formally designated Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization, layering additional terrorism-related sanctions on the group it has said includes President Nicolas Maduro and other high-ranking officials.
www.reuters.com
November 24, 2025 at 9:19 PM
The designation of Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization expands US authority for potential strikes inside Venezuela. www.reuters.com/world/america...
Trump Mobile has posted conflicting photos of its phone and scrubbed mention of its "Made in the USA" promise. www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-new...
The Trump Mobile phone is nowhere to be found after months of delay
Trump Mobile has posted conflicting photos of the phone and scrubbed mention of its “Made in the USA” promise.
www.nbcnews.com
November 24, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Trump Mobile has posted conflicting photos of its phone and scrubbed mention of its "Made in the USA" promise. www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-new...
WaPo - Pentagon launches an investigation into Mark Kelly after purportedly receiving “serious allegations of misconduct” against the Democratic senator from Arizona — an extraordinary use of authority to investigate a combat veteran and prominent critic of the Trump administration. wapo.st/4oVyTW1
Pentagon says it will investigate Sen. Mark Kelly after controversial video
The Department of Defense announced it would investigate Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Arizona) for “serious allegations of misconduct” after his participation in a viral video.
wapo.st
November 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
WaPo - Pentagon launches an investigation into Mark Kelly after purportedly receiving “serious allegations of misconduct” against the Democratic senator from Arizona — an extraordinary use of authority to investigate a combat veteran and prominent critic of the Trump administration. wapo.st/4oVyTW1
A federal judge throws out the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding President Trump’s handpicked prosecutor was illegally appointed to the role when she singlehandedly secured the indictments. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
Comey, James cases dismissed as judge disqualifies interim US attorney Lindsey Halligan
A judge concluded Halligan’s appointment violated laws that limit the ability of DOJ to install top prosecutors without Senate confirmation.
www.politico.com
November 24, 2025 at 6:20 PM
A federal judge throws out the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding President Trump’s handpicked prosecutor was illegally appointed to the role when she singlehandedly secured the indictments. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
(AP) — The US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, set up to distribute aid to Gaza as an alternative to the United Nations but which Palestinians said endangered the lives of civilians as they tried to get food, said Monday it would shutter operations.
November 24, 2025 at 4:51 PM
(AP) — The US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, set up to distribute aid to Gaza as an alternative to the United Nations but which Palestinians said endangered the lives of civilians as they tried to get food, said Monday it would shutter operations.
China's foreign ministry criticizes Japan's plan to deploy a missile unit on Yonaguni Island, ~110 kilometers away from Taiwan, calling the move "extremely dangerous" that requires neighboring countries and the international community to be on "high alert." english.kyodonews.net/article...
China urges Japan "show sincerity" for dialogue over diplomatic row
China on Monday urged Japan to "show sincerity" for dialogue to settle a diplomatic row over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's recent remarks on Taiwan.
english.kyodonews.net
November 24, 2025 at 1:23 PM
China's foreign ministry criticizes Japan's plan to deploy a missile unit on Yonaguni Island, ~110 kilometers away from Taiwan, calling the move "extremely dangerous" that requires neighboring countries and the international community to be on "high alert." english.kyodonews.net/article...
Kyiv Post - While Kyiv and Washington report progress on the 28-point framework following talks, the most contentious issues – Ukraine's territorial integrity and NATO path – remain unresolved. www.kyivpost.com/post/64861
Ukraine, US Agree on Most Points of Peace Plan; Territories and NATO to Be Decided by Zelensky, Trump
While Kyiv and Washington report progress on the 28-point framework following talks, the most contentious issues – Ukraine’s territorial integrity and NATO path – remain unresolved.
www.kyivpost.com
November 24, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Kyiv Post - While Kyiv and Washington report progress on the 28-point framework following talks, the most contentious issues – Ukraine's territorial integrity and NATO path – remain unresolved. www.kyivpost.com/post/64861
Senior figures involved in the BBC's recent troubles will be questioned by MPs on Monday. www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0j...
Key figures in BBC crisis to be questioned by MPs
A former adviser, whose memo sparked resignations from the BBC's director general and head of news, will take questions publicly for the first time.
www.bbc.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Senior figures involved in the BBC's recent troubles will be questioned by MPs on Monday. www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0j...
Reposted by Steve Herman
DOGE was created for data theft and infrastructure dismantling and it wildly succeeded on both counts within the first few weeks of its existence. It will take a generation to rebuild what it destroyed and the breach of data is unprecedented.
Bye bye, “DOGE”.
It no longer exists as a “centralized entity”, according to the Office of Personnel Management.
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www.reuters.com/world/us/dog...
It no longer exists as a “centralized entity”, according to the Office of Personnel Management.
@reuters.com
www.reuters.com/world/us/dog...
November 23, 2025 at 3:01 PM
DOGE was created for data theft and infrastructure dismantling and it wildly succeeded on both counts within the first few weeks of its existence. It will take a generation to rebuild what it destroyed and the breach of data is unprecedented.
Days after deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received a death sentence at the International Crimes Tribunal, the interim government of Bangladesh has sent a letter to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs seeking her extradition. www.thehindu.com/news/interna...
Bangladesh seeks Hasina’s extradition, sends letter
Bangladesh requests India to extradite Sheikh Hasina following her death sentence by the International Crimes Tribunal.
www.thehindu.com
November 23, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Days after deposed Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina received a death sentence at the International Crimes Tribunal, the interim government of Bangladesh has sent a letter to the Indian Ministry of External Affairs seeking her extradition. www.thehindu.com/news/interna...
CBS - US and Ukrainian officials are discussing the potential of bringing President Zelenskyy to America this week as part of President Trump's push to get an agreement on Ukraine by Thanksgiving. www.cbsnews.com/news/us-ukrai...
U.S., Ukrainian officials discussing bringing Zelenskyy to U.S., sources say
The proposed trip is part of President Trump's push to get an agreement on Ukraine by Thanksgiving, U.S. and Ukrainian officials said.
www.cbsnews.com
November 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
CBS - US and Ukrainian officials are discussing the potential of bringing President Zelenskyy to America this week as part of President Trump's push to get an agreement on Ukraine by Thanksgiving. www.cbsnews.com/news/us-ukrai...
President Trump, in a long Sunday morning post on social media: …UKRAINE "LEADERSHIP" HAS EXPRESSED ZERO GRATITUDE FOR OUR EFFORTS…
November 23, 2025 at 2:45 PM
President Trump, in a long Sunday morning post on social media: …UKRAINE "LEADERSHIP" HAS EXPRESSED ZERO GRATITUDE FOR OUR EFFORTS…
Update: A halt has been called for the auction of the equipment of Radio Free Asia, which has seen Kari Lake-controlled USAGM stop distribution of it Congressionally approved funds. rasmus.com/auctions/galIdtync...
TV & Radio Network Production Equipment Studios & Newsroom
rasmus.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Update: A halt has been called for the auction of the equipment of Radio Free Asia, which has seen Kari Lake-controlled USAGM stop distribution of it Congressionally approved funds. rasmus.com/auctions/galIdtync...
An IDF air strike in Beirut reportedly targeted Hezbollah's chief of staff. www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2...
Israeli strike in Beirut targeted Hezbollah's chief of staff, Netanyahu's office says
Prime Minister's Office: Beirut Strike Targeted Hezbollah's Chief of Staff. IDF Strike Targets Hezbollah Operative in Beirut, Lebanon. Miriam Feirberg, One of Israel's Longest-serving Mayors, to Be Laid to Rest
www.haaretz.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:34 PM
An IDF air strike in Beirut reportedly targeted Hezbollah's chief of staff. www.haaretz.com/israel-news/2...
DOGE has prematurely disbanded, reports Reuters. www.reuters.com/world/us/doge...
Exclusive: DOGE 'doesn't exist' with eight months left on its charter
The Department of Government Efficiency claimed to have slashed tens of billions of dollars in expenditures, but it was impossible for outside financial experts to verify that because the unit did not provide detailed public accounting of its work.
www.reuters.com
November 23, 2025 at 1:29 PM
DOGE has prematurely disbanded, reports Reuters. www.reuters.com/world/us/doge...
(Reuters) - US poised to launch a new phase of Venezuela-related operations in the coming days. www.reuters.com/world/america...
US warns airlines of potential hazards when flying over Venezuela
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration warned major airlines on Friday of a "potentially hazardous situation" when flying over Venezuela and urged them to exercise caution.
www.reuters.com
November 23, 2025 at 4:50 AM
(Reuters) - US poised to launch a new phase of Venezuela-related operations in the coming days. www.reuters.com/world/america...
US lawmakers, amid confusion around a leaked peace proposal for Ukraine, say Secretary of State Rubio has described the plan as a Russian proposal, not an American one. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
Lawmakers deny US backed latest Ukraine peace plan
Members of Congress attending an international security forum said Secretary of State Marco Rubio called them to say the Americans did not instigate the proposal.
www.politico.com
November 23, 2025 at 12:55 AM
US lawmakers, amid confusion around a leaked peace proposal for Ukraine, say Secretary of State Rubio has described the plan as a Russian proposal, not an American one. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...
Tyson Foods announces closure of its longtime beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, throwing 3,200 people out of work in a town of 11,500. nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/11/...
Nebraskans lament Tyson decision to close Lexington plant with 3,200 workers • Nebraska Examiner
Nebraskans and elected leaders lament Tyson Foods' decision to close its Lexington beef plant, eliminating about 3,200 jobs.
nebraskaexaminer.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Tyson Foods announces closure of its longtime beef plant in Lexington, Nebraska, throwing 3,200 people out of work in a town of 11,500. nebraskaexaminer.com/2025/11/...
Two University of Alabama at Birmingham football players are recovering after being stabbed by another player on campus. www.wvtm13.com/article/two-...
Two UAB football players stabbed on campus, another player in custody
It happened shortly after 10 a.m. at the Football Operations Center on Sixth Avenue South.
www.wvtm13.com
November 22, 2025 at 7:54 PM
Two University of Alabama at Birmingham football players are recovering after being stabbed by another player on campus. www.wvtm13.com/article/two-...
Reposted by Steve Herman
From license-stripping threats to sedition talk, Trump’s media crusade isn’t just bluster — it fits a troubling American pattern. open.substack.com/pub/newsguy/...
November 21, 2025 at 7:57 PM
From license-stripping threats to sedition talk, Trump’s media crusade isn’t just bluster — it fits a troubling American pattern. open.substack.com/pub/newsguy/...
More than 300 students and a dozen teachers abducted by suspected terrorists from a Catholic school in Nigeria. www.channelstv.com/2025/11/22...
[UPDATED] Niger Attack: Number Of Abducted Students, Teachers Rises To 315 — CAN
Niger Attack: CAN Says 227 Students, Teachers Abducted By Gunmen
www.channelstv.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:24 PM
More than 300 students and a dozen teachers abducted by suspected terrorists from a Catholic school in Nigeria. www.channelstv.com/2025/11/22...
Brazil's supreme court ordered the preemptive arrest of former President Bolsonaro, days before he was set to begin his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt. g1.globo.com/politica/blog/na...
Bolsonaro é preso preventivamente a pedido da PF | G1
Prisão não se trata de cumprimento de pena. Mandado foi cumprido na manhã deste sábado (22).
g1.globo.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:24 AM
Brazil's supreme court ordered the preemptive arrest of former President Bolsonaro, days before he was set to begin his 27-year prison sentence for leading a coup attempt. g1.globo.com/politica/blog/na...
A fire erupted on a container ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, prompting a response from 100+ firefighters. abc7.com/post/fire-erupts-con...
Firefighters battle container ship fire at Port of LA; shelter-in-place order issued
A shelter-in-place order was issued for nearby communities as crews battled a container ship fire at the Port of Los Angeles.
abc7.com
November 22, 2025 at 11:14 AM
A fire erupted on a container ship docked at the Port of Los Angeles in San Pedro, prompting a response from 100+ firefighters. abc7.com/post/fire-erupts-con...
Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene announces she's resigning from her House seat "with my last day being January 5, 2026."
November 22, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene announces she's resigning from her House seat "with my last day being January 5, 2026."
Reposted by Steve Herman
If USAGM is given RFA its full funding, there’d be no need to auction off equipment — or for me to lose my job.
November 22, 2025 at 12:18 AM
If USAGM is given RFA its full funding, there’d be no need to auction off equipment — or for me to lose my job.