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Senators on intel committee demand to see Biden and Trump docs, in rare bipartisan outrage
Members of the Senate Intelligence Committee emerged outraged from a two-hour secure briefing with Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Avril Haines, threatening to grind the chamber's business to a halt if the Biden administration does not provide access to the classified documents seized from the current president and former President Donald Trump.
Senators vent frustration after intel official refuses to brief on Biden and Trump docs
Sen. Tom Cotton threatened to block presidential nominees until Intelligence Committee members are shown the classified material at the center of special counsel investigations.
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Senators: Officials blocking access to mishandled documents
Members of the Senate intelligence committee say they should have access to classified documents that were discovered in the homes of President Joe Biden, former President Donald Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence.
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GOP senators insist Biden 'will negotiate' on debt ceiling, budget reform: 'Better to start now'
Republican senators sent a message to President Biden that he "will negotiate" on the national debt and budget reform as the U.S. debt ceiling deadline draws nearer.
EXPLAINER: Why the US flipped on sending tanks to Ukraine
U.S. officials balked for months at sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, insisting they were too complicated and too hard to maintain and repair.
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Fulton County sparks questions about whether Trump will face charges
A prosecutor’s pledge to make imminent charging decisions for “multiple” people in a probe centered on Donald Trump’s actions in Georgia following the 2020 election has renewed interest in whether …
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Biden says assault weapons ban is "needed badly," but it lacks support in Congress
GOP Sen. John Cornyn of Texas said Tuesday that "there are not enough votes in the Senate for an assault weapons ban."
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Donald Trump allowed back on Facebook and Instagram, Meta announces
Meta announced Wednesday that it is allowing former President Donald Trump back on Facebook and Instagram.
Trump, Who Used Social Media to Incite Insurrection, to Get Facebook Account Back
Trump got kicked off for inciting insurrection, but now he'll be back. Cool, cool, and totally normal.
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Pompeo accuses Schiff of leaking classified information
Mike Pompeo, a former secretary of State and CIA director, on Wednesday accused Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) of leaking classified information from his former seat on the House Intelligence Committe…
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Political treasurer says Santos campaign listed him as overseeing political accounts without his authorization | CNN Politics
A lawyer for a Wisconsin-based political treasurer said Wednesday that officials in embattled New York Rep. George Santos’ campaign listed him as the new treasurer of several Santos-affiliated campaign committees without his authorization.
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Facebook and Instagram end Trump's suspension from platforms
Trump’s accounts, which Meta suspended after the Jan. 6 riot, will be reinstated “in the coming weeks” with “new guardrails in place to deter repeat offenses.”
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Ukraine eyes fighter jets after tanks: ‘This is what we want’
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says there is no chance of any fighter jets being sent to Ukraine despite renewed calls.
Inside Washington’s about-face on sending tanks to Ukraine
Weeks of squabbling opened a rare breach between two of Ukraine's top allies. Then the president decided to make peace.
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Report: Louisiana often holds inmates beyond release dates
The U.S. Justice Department says Louisiana's prison system routinely holds people beyond their release dates
Treasury tells Comer to wait on decision on possible Hunter Biden bank records
The Treasury Department has delayed a House Republican request for information on Biden family financial transactions that may have been marked as suspicious, saying that it must first determine wh…
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Illinois man charged in Planned Parenthood clinic fire
A central Illinois man has been charged with setting fire to a Planned Parenthood clinic earlier this month
Biden administration claims new border program led to 97% drop in illegal migration - Washington Examiner
The Department of Homeland Security expects to see the lowest number of illegal immigrants arrested at the U.S.-Mexico boundary in January versus any month over the past two years, a remarkable turnaround just as House Republicans are eyeing impeachment for President Joe Biden's top border...
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Kevin McCarthy says he does not have the power to remove George Santos from Congress
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy stood by Rep. George Santos who's under federal investigation for his finances amid reports he lied during his campaign.
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Cotton vows to block Biden nominees over classified documents flap
The Arkansas GOP senator emerged from a briefing with Biden officials and accused the administration of “stonewalling” Congress over material found at the president's home.
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Ukraine's new tanks an upgrade - but may arrive too late
While the pledged US tanks represent an upgrade - they may arrive too late for the next phase of war.
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Democrats urge House Speaker McCarthy to deny GOP Rep. George Santos access to classified information
Democratic Reps. Morelle and Meeks asked McCarthy to limit Santos' ability to access classified material or attend classified briefings.
UN forecasts fall in global economic growth to 1.9% in 2023
The United Nations is forecasting that global economic growth will fall significantly to 1.9% this year
Questions persist on source of George Santos campaign funds
Of all the questions swirling around U.S. Rep. George Santos, one of the most serious has been how he amassed the personal fortune he used to finance his campaign.
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Joe Rogan slams media for gaslighting about riots: 'It's not mostly peaceful when a car is on fire'
Podcaster Joe Rogan interviewed Adam Curry about how political polarization is fueled by media outlets and has become the new religion for many Americans.
Splits emerge as U.S. House Republicans demand Biden negotiate on debt limit
Republicans who control the U.S. House of Representatives are divided over how hard a line to take on the debt ceiling, but were united on Wednesday in demanding that Democratic President Joe Biden agree to negotiate on spending as part of any deal.
Puerto Rico officially privatizes power generation amid protests, doubts
A subsidiary of the energy infrastructure company New Fortress Inc. will be in charge of operating, maintaining and decommissioning power generation units for 10 years.
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Names of the Half Moon Bay mass shooting victims released
The seven farmworkers killed in a mass shooting Monday in Half Moon Bay, California, were mostly migrants toiling at a mushroom growing operation.
Is Mitch Daniels a good fit for the Senate? He’s trying to figure that out
Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct when Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) spoke to Daniels about a possible run. Former Indiana Gov. Mitch Daniels (R) made a pilgrimage to Capitol …
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The private angst over Donald Trump’s racist attacks on Elaine Chao goes public
His rhetoric “says a whole lot more about him than it will ever say about Asian Americans.”
www.politico.comIranian and Russian hackers targeting politicians and journalists, warn UK officials
Politicians and journalists are being targeted with espionage attacks, the UK government is warning.
Elaine Chao denounces Trump’s ‘anti-Asian’ attacks: ‘Says a whole lot more about him’ - Washington Examiner
Former Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao denounced her onetime boss's racially tinged broadsides against her. “When I was young, some people deliberately misspelled or mispronounced my name. Asian Americans have worked hard to change that experience for the next generation,” Chao told...
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CA Rep. Swalwell offers cryptic warning after getting booted from House Intel: 'More time on our hands'
Three House Democrats, including Rep. Eric Swalwell, responded to House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's decision to not reappoint them to committees they historically served on, claiming it was political vengeance.
House commends Iranian protesters in bipartisan vote
The U.S. House is showing its support for protesters in Iran. Lawmakers overwhelmingly approved a bipartisan resolution Wednesday expressing solidarity with people in Iran who have been risking imprisonment and even death to protest the country's theocracy.
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Woman allegedly steals $2.8 million from Holocaust survivor in romance scam
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday for orchestrating a yearslong romance scheme that defrauded an 87-year-old Holocaust survivor.
Murphy administration bought eight new SUVs — at a cost of $521K — with federal Covid funds
The eight Chevrolet Suburbans are for use by the Executive Protection Unit,.
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Paul Pelosi attack body camera footage to be released following court order - Washington Examiner
The police body camera footage of the attack on Paul Pelosi will be released to the public, per an order from a San Francisco judge. The order came after a sustained effort from a press coalition, according to Politico. The coalition included the New York Times, the Washington Post, the Los...
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Biden admin cites data showing new border measures 'are working,' as new lawsuit looms
The Biden administration is citing data that it says shows a massive drop in migrant encounters from four nationalities after it implemented new measures this month.
Vice President Harris pushes for tougher gun laws at Monterey Park memorial: 'Congress must act'
After arriving at the Monterey Park shooting site, Vice President Harris advocated for stricter gun laws, telling reporters "Congress must act."
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Musk bullish on Tesla sales as price cuts boost demand
Tesla Inc's aggressive price cuts have ignited demand for its electric vehicles, Chief Executive Elon Musk said on Wednesday, playing down concerns that a weak economy would throttle buyers' interest.
‘Fist of freedom’: Zelensky seeks ‘long-range missiles’ to pair with new tanks - Washington Examiner
A multinational agreement to send U.S. and European tanks to Ukraine has crossed a watershed that Kyiv hopes will lead to an influx of “long-range missiles” and even fighter jets.“We have to unlock the supply of long-range missiles to Ukraine; it is important for us to expand our cooperation in...
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Factbox: Georgia on his mind: Donald Trump troubled by more legal woes
Donald Trump could learn soon whether he or any associates will be charged or cleared of wrongdoing in a Georgia probe into his efforts to overturn his 2020 election defeat, one of a series of legal threats looming over the Republican former U.S. president:
Missile hit Turkish-owned ship in Ukraine's Kherson port -video, sources
A Turkish-owned general cargo ship was struck by a missile in the port of the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson, sparking a fire, according to video footage from the scene and shipping sources.
Nearly 27% of inmates in Louisiana custody were held past release dates: DOJ
Nearly 27% of all people in the custody of the Louisiana Dept. of Corrections were held past their release dates, according to the DOJ.
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs defends decision to keep bussing migrants out of state
Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is defending her decision to keep in place her predecessor's program to bus migrants out of the state.
One state wants to cut food-stamp spending. Their plan: Ban fresh meat, flour and butter.
Some Iowa Republicans say entitlement programs are sapping the state's budget, despite nearly $2 billion surplus.
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Prevent 'second Armenian genocide': Christian group urges Biden administration to take action
A Christian group is urging the Biden administration to take action in the Armenian region of Nagorno-Karabakh to prevent a "second Armenian genocide."
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Jury deliberations in NYC bike path killings hit early snag
Jurors in the trial of a man charged with killing eight people along a Manhattan bike path have asked a judge if he will face new charges if they acquit him.
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Ted Cruz says it's 'critical' for FBI to search Hunter Biden's home for classified docs
Ted Cruz is calling on the FBI to search Hunter Biden's home and business for classified documents following the discovery of classified documents at President Biden's Wilmington home.
Santos unsure on voting to remove Omar from Foreign Affairs panel
Rep. George Santos (R-N.Y.) said he is undecided on whether he will vote to oust Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) from the House Foreign Affairs Committee, according to Insider, as Republican leadership a…
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New York attorney general voices concern over facial recognition
New York Attorney General Letitia James sent a letter to Madison Square Garden Entertainment on its policy.
Democratic response to SC State of the State address
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Here is the text as prepared of South Carolina Sen. Ronnie Sabb of Greeleyville giving the Democratic response to Gov.
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Ticketmaster's day in Congress met with bipartisan 'bad blood' and more Taylor Swift puns from senators
The Taylor Swift-Ticketmaster hearing brought senators from both sides of the aisle together to scold the ticketing giant and make numerous puns on the pop star's famous anthems.
Tesla says its 4Q profit rose 59%, expects strong demand
Tesla has posted record net income for the fourth quarter of last year, and the company predicted that additional software-related profits will keep its margins higher than any other automaker.
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Virginia school warned before child shot teacher, lawyer says; superintendent fired
Authorities at a Virginia school were warned three times that a first grader had a gun before he shot and wounded his teacher, her lawyer said on Wednesday, while the school board voted to oust the superintendent.
Haines points finger at DOJ on why intel community isn’t sharing on Biden classified document saga - Washington Examiner
A Republican senator suggested that the intelligence community pointed the finger at the Department of Justice on Wednesday when explaining why spy agencies are limited in sharing details about President Joe Biden’s classified documents saga. Sen. Roger Wicker (R-MS) was briefed along with other...
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U.S. finds Louisiana deliberately kept inmates past release date
The Justice Department found Louisiana violated the U.S. Constitution by confining people in its custody past the dates when they were legally entitled to be released, adding state authorities were "deliberately indifferent to the systemic overdetention."
Analysis: Wall Street heavyweights warn of pain ahead despite market’s recent reprieve
Some of Wall Street’s biggest names are throwing cold water on expectations that the U.S. economy will scrape through 2023 without a recession, even as hopes of easing inflation and resilient growth propel stocks higher.
Lawsuit threatened as nonprofit reconfigures African American studies course rejected in Florida
DeSantis, who said the original coursework “pushed an agenda,” is claiming victory after the College Board announced changes were coming soon.
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AmazonSmile's end is alarming, say nonprofits that benefited
Since 2013, more than 1 million charities received donations from AmazonSmile, which sent a small portion of a customer's purchase on Amazon to a nonprofit of their choice.
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Asteroid coming exceedingly close to Earth, but will miss
An asteroid the size of a delivery truck will whip past Earth on Thursday night, one of the closest encounters ever recorded. NASA insists it will be a near miss.
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Despite concerns, US to send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine
President Joe Biden says the U.S. will send 31 M1 Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine, reversing months of persistent arguments that the tanks were too difficult for Ukrainian troops to operate and maintain.
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One-quarter of mass attacks driven by conspiracy theories, hate, report says
The report details 173 attacks that hurt three or more people in public spaces, including churches and schools, from 2016 to 2020.
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Dozens of freshman Republicans ignore invite to party with Biden at the White House
Most freshman Republicans snubbed President Biden's invitation to a White House party for new members of Congress on Tuesday, with only 11 of the 45 new GOP members showing up.
Trump hosts conservative influencers behind Libs of TikTok and Babylon Bee for dinner
The Twitter account Libs of TikTok's posts often feature anti-LGBTQ rhetoric and are widely shared among right-wing figures.
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European court rules Ukraine cases against Russia admissible
Europe’s top human rights court has ruled that it can adjudicate cases brought by the Netherlands and Ukraine against Russia for alleged rights violations in eastern Ukraine in 2014, including the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17.
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Firebrand appointments to Rules panel may haunt McCarthy
Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s (R-Calif.) decision to promote conservative firebrands to the House Rules Committee has given some of his leading GOP detractors enormous new powers to dictate the pa…
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Bill to abolish the IRS likely dead in the House, GOP lawmaker predicts
A House Republican bill to abolish the IRS is unlikely to go anywhere in the House, and may linger in the House Ways and Means Committee without any action.
House Republicans push for info on Hunter Biden's art sales
House Republicans have renewed an investigation into the art dealings of Hunter Biden, pushing for details as part of the party’s long-promised probe of President Joe Biden and his family.
apnews.comHalf Moon Bay shooting suspect charged with 7 counts of murder: DA
The suspect in a deadly mass shooting in Half Moon Bay, California, was charged with seven counts of murder, the local district attorney said.
Senators eye Social Security reforms as some in House GOP consider cuts
Some senators are eyeing a divided Congress as an opportunity to tackle reforms to Social Security, as the program faces significant solvency issues in little more than a decade. Changes to S…
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U.S. and Germany to send tanks to Ukraine; Russia says heavy weaponry for Kyiv is a 'blatant provocation'
The U.S. and Germany are believed to be on the cusp of agreeing to deliver modern battle tanks to Ukraine after months of indecision and debate over the issue.
In reversal, US poised to approve Abrams tanks for Ukraine
Officials say the U.S. is poised to approve sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, as international reluctance to send tanks to the battlefront against the Russians appeared to begin eroding.
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Democrats blast McCarthy for right-wing members’ committee appointments - Washington Examiner
Several House Democrats have called out House Speaker Kevin McCarthy for the committee assignments given to the more right-wing members of the Republican conference. Rep. Ritchie Torres (D-NY) called the committee assignments "tragic for our democracy" while explaining why the assignments for...
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McCarthy broaches Santos, Omar and other panel dramas in closed-door meeting
Asked whether he believed he had the speaker’s support after the GOP conference meeting on Wednesday, the headline-grabbing New York Republican evaded the question.
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Leaders are meant to keep state secrets. Just not at home.
The discovery of classified documents at the home of former Vice President Mike Pence is scrambling the blame game in Washington.
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Germany and US announce plans to send tanks to Ukraine in major sign of support for Kyiv | CNN
The leaders of the United States and Germany each announced Wednesday they will send contingents of tanks to Ukraine, reversing their longstanding trepidation at providing Kyiv with offensive armored vehicles and unleashing powerful new tools in Ukraine’s efforts to retake territory seized by...
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Russia slams German tank decision as escalation of conflict, betrayal of history
Russia reacted with fury on Wednesday to Germany's decision to approve the delivery of Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, saying Berlin was abandoning its "historical responsibility to Russia" arising from Nazi crimes in World War Two.
DeSantis actions could pose risk with Black voters in 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) runs the risk of alienating Black voters ahead of a potential 2024 presidential bid after a series of controversial moves by his administration, some observers say. Th…
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US, German battle tanks on the way to Ukraine as Russia seethes
All the updates from January 25, as they happened.
Senate GOP pours cold water on idea of impeaching Biden
Senate Republicans are pouring cold water on the idea that President Biden’s classified documents controversy rises to the level of an impeachable offense, heading off House conservatives looking f…
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GOP senators caution against Biden impeachment for classified docs: 'I think the country will fatigue of that'
Several Senate Republicans were skeptical about the likelihood or wisdom of a possible impeachment of President Biden over classified documents found in his home.
Analysis: No end in sight for America’s everywhere epidemic of mass shootings | CNN
It’s that quintessential American quirk – the split second, instinctive glance around a Walmart, a place of worship, a supermarket or a workplace for an escape route should the worst happen.
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US, Germany to send advanced tanks to aid Ukraine war effort
Germany and the United States have announced that they will send advanced battle tanks to Ukraine. It's the first stage of a coordinated effort by the West to provide dozens of the heavy weapons to help Kyiv break combat stalemates as Russia’s invasion enters its 12th month.
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Kremlin: Doomsday Clock moving closer to midnight ‘really alarming’
The Kremlin said the Doomsday Clock moving closer to midnight is “really alarming” as its the closest point its been thus far to worldwide destruction amid ongoing international tensions stemming f…
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McCarthy sees GOP defections ahead of expected effort to keep Rep. Ilhan Omar off House panel
Omar told reporters many Republicans have spoken with her privately and said they believe the move to deny her a spot on the Foreign Affairs Committee is "unjust."
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Republicans launch newest fight against Biden's oil drawdowns
A bill to limit releases from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve seeks to blunt the political gains that Democrats have gained from lower gasoline prices.
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'Happening way too often': Report delves into mass attacks
A new report on mass attacks calls for communities to intervene early when they see warning signs of violence.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene aims to be Trump's VP pick in 2024
"She sees herself on the short list for Trump's VP," said former Trump aide Steve Bannon, who has spoken with Greene.
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Manchin pushes to delay tax credits for electric vehicles
Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin is trying to delay new tax credits for electric vehicles, a key feature of President Joe Biden’s landmark climate law.
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Iceberg roughly the size of London breaks off in Antarctica | CNN
Scientists in Antarctica first discovered significant cracks in the Brunt Ice Shelf a decade ago, but in the last two years there have been two major breaks.
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Abrams and Leopard tanks: Why are they important to Ukraine?
Kyiv has long called on Western nations to send battle tanks, arguing they are essential for battlefield success.
U.S. will send Abrams tanks to Ukraine ahead of expected Russian offensive
The 31 M1A1 Abrams sent by the Biden administration are not expected to arrive in Ukraine for several months.
Under the shadows of Trump and 2024, the Republican Party faces a contentious leadership fight
Party chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, seeking her fourth term, is being challenged by two ultra-conservative Donald Trump supporters to lead the GOP.
Split rulings on transgender bathroom rules tee up Supreme Court review - Washington Examiner
The Supreme Court could soon be forced to reckon with split lower court decisions over whether self-identifying transgender people can use public restrooms that don't correspond with their biological sex.That's due in part to a decision last month in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 11th...
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Ukraine forces pull back from Donbas town after onslaught
Ukrainian forces say they have conducted an organized retreat from a town in the eastern region of the Donbas, handing the Kremlin’s forces a rare but modest battlefield triumph after a series of setbacks in the invasion that began almost 11 months ago.
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Why the IRS says to expect smaller tax refunds this year
The IRS is warning taxpayers at the opening of the 2023 tax filing season that they should expect smaller refunds due to pandemic relief measures that have been allowed to expire. A big reaso…
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Pompeo’s mockery of Hillary Clinton sparked IG’s retaliation - Washington Examiner
Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo reveals in his new book that he has always thought that many government inspector generals spend too much time grabbing the low-hanging fruit instead of hunting down crimes and fraud.They “major in minors,” he wrote in the just-released Never Give an Inch...
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After CNN guest questions whether Atlanta riot's property destruction counts as violence, Americans weigh in
After anti-police protests in Atlanta over the weekend resulted in property damage, some Americans in D.C. say destroying property can be a form of violence.
Pence discovery raises fresh questions over US handling of classified papers
Biden, Trump and Pence cases prompt calls to tighten government procedures as Republican congressman says ‘process is broken’
Biden approves sending 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine
Biden has signed off on the U.S. sending 31 M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine.
Biden announces US will send Abrams tanks to Ukraine, signaling new phase of war
President Joe Biden's pledge to send M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine follows Germany announcing it will send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine.
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Rep. George Santos now says campaign loan didn't come from his personal funds
The embattled New York Republican, whose campaign finances are being investigated, amended his filings Tuesday.
www.nbcnews.comIn reversal, US poised to approve Abrams tanks for Ukraine
Officials say the U.S. is poised to approve sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine, as international reluctance to send tanks to the battlefront against the Russians appeared to begin eroding.
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338Canada: The battle for Alberta is closer than it seems
Despite many variables at play, here’s why Danielle Smith’s Conservatives may have the advantage.
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Biden says US tanks to Ukraine are not an offensive threat to Russia
President Biden on Wednesday said that the commitment of American Abrams tanks to Ukraine is not “an offensive threat to Russia,” appearing to respond to threats from Russian officials that the pro…
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Rep. Comer reacts to National Archives blowing off Biden documents request: 'Very disappointing'
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., says he is "disappointed" that the National Archives is refusing to cooperate regarding President Biden's mishandling of classified documents.
Ukraine confirms retreat from eastern town of Soledar to "preserve the lives of personnel"
It's a rare win for Vladimir Putin's force, but military analysts have said capturing the small town is more symbolic than strategic.
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Ukraine sets sights on fighter jets after securing tank supplies
Ukraine will now push for Western fourth generation fighter jets such as the U.S. F-16 after securing supplies of main battle tanks, an adviser to Ukraine's defence minister said.
‘McCarthy would not be speaker’: GOP congressman reveals moment that secured Kevin’s speakership - Washington Examiner
In one of the most contentious and viral moments of the House leadership elections, Rep. Richard Hudson (R-NC) jumped to constrain fellow Rep. Mike Rogers (R-AL) during an argument with Matt Gaetz (R-FL) — likely saving Kevin McCarthy’s (R-CA) speakership bid, according to one GOP member. The...
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Voters in key swing state give Biden big thumbs down on classified documents controversy: poll
Seven out of 10 voters in battleground New Hampshire who are aware of President Biden’s classified documents controversy say they think the president acted inappropriately
Harris huddles with House Democrats and stresses unity: ‘We have a lot of material to work with’
Vice President Harris huddled with House Democrats on Wednesday morning, urging lawmakers to adopt a simple strategy heading into the 2024 elections: Take credit for the legislative accomplishments…
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Prosecutors to Congress: Let state prisons jam cellphones
Top state prosecutors are urging Congress to pass legislation allowing state prisons to jam signals of cellphones smuggled to inmates.
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Can the White House's 'Renters Bill of Rights' ease crisis for tenants? Here's what to know
What rights do tenants have in the current US housing crisis? The White House released a 'Bill of Rights' blueprint to help answer those questions.
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Germany has at last offered to send Leopard tanks to Ukraine, and a big batch of US Abrams are going that way too
Biden said Ukraine needs the tools "to be able to counter Russia's evolving tactics and strategy on the battlefield."
‘Extremely dangerous decision’: Russia scorns Germany over tanks
Germany’s move to deliver Leopard 2s to Kyiv will lead to ‘permanent escalation’, says Russian embassy in Berlin.
Famed civil rights lawyer Benjamin Crump warns DeSantis he might sue over Florida’s rejection of AP African American studies course
Gov. Ron DeSantis has argued that the course is a Trojan horse for “indoctrinating” students in left-wing ideology.
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Russian court shuts down country's oldest rights group
A court in Moscow has ruled to shut down Russia’s oldest human rights organization. The Moscow City Court on Wednesday sustained the petition of Russia’s Justice Ministry to liquidate the Moscow Helsinki Group.
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McCarthy says Santos will be removed from Congress if Ethics Committee finds he broke the law
“If for some way when we go through Ethics that he has broken the law, then we will remove him, but it’s not my role,” House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., told reporters.
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Why the Senate GOP's McDaniel for RNC caucus is surprisingly small
Many Republican senators no longer see the RNC as a critical power player, and couldn't even say when the upcoming election for chair would take place.
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Is America’s system for handling classified documents broken?
Far too many documents are classified, and gatekeepers charged with tracking the secret papers are struggling to keep up, experts say.
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Biden finally gets a win against inflation
If the trend continues, it could be a boost for President Joe Biden as he gears up for a tough reelection campaign.
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‘Liberal’ may finally be shedding its political stigma
More than half of Democrats now identify as liberal, suggesting that the long-vilified “L-word” may be losing its potency as political kryptonite. A generation of Democratic presidential cont…
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Yemen and Lebanon sites added to UNESCO endangered list
UNESCO has added one of Yemen’s ancient kingdoms and a Lebanese modernist concrete fair park to its list of World Heritage sites in danger.
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What the 21 McCarthy holdouts got in committee assignments
Nearly two dozen House Republicans prevented Kevin McCarthy from quickly securing the speaker’s gavel. Some made out better than others in committee seats.
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Aides to ex-presidents Obama, Bush, Clinton say they don't have classified files: Recap
Aides for former Presidents Obama, Bush and Clinton say they're not searching for classified files because those items were turned over when they left office.
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Murdoch pulls plug on possible merger of News Corp., Fox
Rupert Murdoch has pulled the plug on a proposal to merge his News Corp. and Fox Corp. In statements Tuesday, the companies said their boards received letters from Murdoch withdrawing the plan
Judge Leonie Brinkema named to oversee U.S. lawsuit against Google
U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema, one of the judges who stayed then-President Donald Trump's executive order restricting immigration into the United States, has been named to oversee the Justice Department's antitrust lawsuit against Alphabet Inc's Google over its alleged abuse of dominance...
Putin ignores German tank decision, dispenses career advice on Moscow University visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin avoided commenting on Germany's landmark decision on Wednesday to supply tanks to Ukraine during a visit to Moscow State University, instead dispensing career advice to students and fielding questions on other topics.
The Secret Service analyzed 173 mass casualty attacks. Here's what they found.
The 72-page report tallied red flags leading to public attacks between 2016 and 2020.
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Israeli forces kill 2 Palestinians during new violence
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli troops shot and killed a Palestinian who allegedly tried to stab a soldier in the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, while a Palestinian teenager was shot dead after brandishing what Israeli police said was a fake pistol during an operation in east Jerusalem, according to Pale
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Jeremy Renner was crushed by snowplow as he tried to save nephew from injury, sheriff’s report says | CNN
Actor Jeremy Renner was trying to stop his snow-removal tractor from sliding and hitting his grown nephew when he was pulled under the vehicle and crushed on New Year’s Day, according to a Nevada sheriff’s office incident report.
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NRA sues to get Illinois semiautomatic weapons ban tossed
The powerful group joined a parade of gun-rights activists seeking to throw out the new prohibition on dozens of rapid-fire pistols and long guns, as well as large-capacity magazines or attachments.
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Pack of dogs attacks and kills young boy, injures mother
A young boy has died and his mother has been hospitalized after being attacked by a pack of dogs over the weekend, according to tribal authorities.
Down syndrome abortions to be outlawed in GOP bill aimed at building ‘culture of life’
A new Republican-led bill would outlaw selective abortions based on a prenatal diagnosis of Down syndrome, an effort to create a "culture of life" in the U.S.
Frozen: Trump’s primary challengers balk at jumping into the unknown
Potential 2024ers are now looking at months before they announce. There’s talk of jumping in together.
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Katie Porter hit with FEC complaint for allegedly reaping UC Irvine housing benefits - Washington Examiner
An anti-Biden political action committee lodged a complaint against firebrand Rep. Katie Porter (D-CA), alleging she has improperly benefited from the University of California, Irvine’s “subsidized affordable housing.” Porter, who previously worked as a law professor at UC Irvine, is continuing...
www.washingtonexaminer.comCalifornia Republican hopes to oust the GOP's national leader
The insular GOP fight will take place in Dana Point this week as the party tries to regroup after three disappointing elections.
Ukraine's Odesa city put on UNESCO heritage in danger list
The United Nations’ cultural agency has added the historic center of Ukraine’s Black Sea port city of Odesa to the list of World Heritage sites in danger.
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Republicans gather for their first big party meeting since the midterms
At the Republican National Committee's winter meeting, all eyes will be on Ronna McDaniel and whether she can hang on as chairwoman.
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White House launches plan to expand affordable housing, prevent evictions
The Biden administration on Wednesday announced several steps meant to ensure access to affordable housing and protect renters from eviction. The measures unveiled Wednesday are part of the White H…
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Monterey Park shooting survivors, residents attend vigil for victims
Daniel Hsiu said he's lucky he survived. He saw his friends die in front of him from the hail of gunfire.
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New questions arise around George Santos’ campaign loans | CNN Politics
The campaign of embattled Rep. George Santos on Tuesday filed updated reports with federal regulators that appear to raise fresh questions about the source of the substantial personal loans he said he made to his campaign.
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Panel seeks to allow re-exports of Swiss weaponry to Ukraine
A parliamentary panel in Switzerland has recommended waiving a law that bars countries from re-exporting Swiss armored vehicles, weapons and other war materiel to Ukraine for its defense against Russia.
apnews.com‘Liberal’ may finally be shedding its political stigma
More than half of Democrats now identify as liberal, suggesting that the long-vilified “L-word” may be losing its potency as political kryptonite. A generation of Democratic presidential cont…
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Fed's Lael Brainard among leading contenders for top White House economic post
The central bank official is considered a strong candidate to succeed Brian Deese as director of the National Economic Council, the Washington Post reported.
Why Germany delayed sending Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine
Chancellor Olaf Scholz's indecision has earned him criticism both nationally and internationally.
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Wisconsin, Vermont GOP leaders back McDaniel in RNC leadership race
A pair of state GOP leaders are backing Ronna McDaniel’s bid to win another term as chairwoman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) days before the organization votes. Wisconsin Republican Pa…
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Iran sanctions Europeans over criticism of protest crackdown
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran on Wednesday announced sanctions targeting more than 30 European individuals and entities, portraying the move as a response to recent European sanctions against officials linked to a crackdown on nationwide protests.
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Republicans slam attempted appointments of Schiff, Swalwell to Intel Committee: ‘National security liability’
Top House Republicans are warning the appointment of Democrats Eric Swalwell and Adam Schiff by Hakeem Jeffries would be detrimental to the national security of the U.S.
White House unveils new tenant protections amid soaring rental costs
Under pressure to address the nation's soaring housing costs, the Biden administration on Wednesday announced significant new actions to protect tenants and make renting more affordable. The announcement involves multiple federal agencies that will gather information on unfair housing practices...
House Republicans seek to block DC criminal code overhaul - Washington Examiner
House Republicans are reportedly planning to introduce a bill seeking to block the D.C. Council’s recent overhaul of the city’s criminal code, arguing that several of the provisions amount to “insanity.” Rep. Andrew Clyde (R-GA) is leading efforts among House GOP members to block the bill’s...
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Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old student claims school "failed to act" on multiple warnings that boy had a gun
Diane Toscano, an attorney for Abby Zwerner, said that administrators were warned multiple times that the boy might have a gun.
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Woman pleads guilty to mailing ricin to then-President Donald Trump
A Canadian-French dual national has pleaded guilty to charges that she mailed threatening letters containing the poison ricin to then-President Donald Trump in 2020.
Republican leaders promise aggressive energy-related oversight: 'We intend to pull back the curtain'
GOP members of the House Natural Resources Committee warned federal agencies that they were planning vigorous oversight into various climate and energy programs.
Parents worry about growing post-pandemic youth mental health crisis
Story at a glance The pandemic exacerbated many mental health problems among children and teens. School social workers are noticing students struggling with social interactions and processing emoti…
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Yellen tours wildlife reserve to start South Africa visit
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has used a tour of a wildlife park in South Africa to announce a joint initiative to combat wildlife trafficking and related criminal activities in both countries.
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POLITICO Playbook PM: Biden and Scholz make the tanks official
And Manchin meets with McCarthy on the debt limit.
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McCarthy gets heated with reporter: 'You don't get to determine whether I answer a question'
Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy on Tuesday defended his decision to strip Democratic Congressmen Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell from the House Intelligence committee.
Mortgage demand rises 7% as rates fall in sign of life for housing - Washington Examiner
Homebuying activity picked up last week as mortgage rates fell from their peak late last year, an encouraging sign for a housing market that has been buffeted by the Federal Reserve's efforts to raise interest rates. Mortgage demand was up 7% on a seasonally adjusted basis from the week before...
www.washingtonexaminer.comWatch Ted Cruz Flip-Flop On Live TV In 30 Seconds Flat
The Texas senator is cool with classified documents at Mike Pence's house but not so fine with the ones found at Joe Biden's.
Biden says U.S. will send 31 Abrams tanks to Ukraine in major boost to firepower
The U.S. plans to send 31 top-of-the-line M1 Abrams battle tanks to Ukraine, delivering on a key request from Kyiv.
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In Romania, French battlegroup holds NATO combat exercise
SMARDAN, Romania (AP) — Around 600 French soldiers deployed as part of a NATO battlegroup in Romania held a combat exercise on Wednesday to test the 30-nation military alliance’s readiness on its eastern flank, amid Russia’s war in neighboring Ukraine.
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Immigrant farm worker charged with 7 murders in northern California shooting
Chunli Zhao, a Chinese citizen, did not enter a plea.
White House fires back at GOP over call to fund Texas border security efforts
The White House shot back at a call from Texas Republicans for reimbursement for Operation Lone Star, accusing Republicans of failing to back federal funding moves.
Gun was used as a weapon in majority of recent mass attacks: US Secret Service
A gun was used as the weapon in the majority of mass attacks, according to the U.S. Secret Service.
Russia's war on Ukraine latest: Germany answers Ukraine's plea for tanks
Germany announced plans to deliver heavy tanks to Ukraine, and the United States was poised to do so too, a breakthrough hailed as a decisive military boost by Kyiv and condemned by Moscow as a reckless provocation.
U.S. arms exports up 49% in fiscal 2022
Sales of U.S. military equipment to foreign governments rose 49% to $205.6 billion in the latest fiscal year, the U.S. State Department said on Wednesday.
BBC film on Indian PM Modi, 2002 riots draws government ire
Days after India banned a BBC documentary that examines Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s role during 2002 anti-Muslim riots, authorities are scrambling to halt screenings of the program in colleges and universities and restricting clips of it on social media.
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‘You know nothing yet’: Megyn Kelly blasts Leftists for rushing to make California shootings about race - Washington Examiner
Podcast host Megyn Kelly blasted several Democratic leaders for jumping to conclusions about recent California shootings, saying they were quick to spin the tragedies into a Leftist agenda of racial hate crime. At least 19 people are dead following three recent California shootings. Since a...
www.washingtonexaminer.comNothing 'sinister': Sen. Lindsey Graham vouches for Biden amid classified docs discovery
Sen. Lindsey Graham told reporters he would be "shocked" if there was anything "sinister" amid President Joe Biden's handling of classified docs.
Twitter suspends account of white supremacist Nick Fuentes a day after restoration
Social media platform Twitter on Wednesday suspended the account of white supremacist Nick Fuentes only a day after a decision to restore it led to widespread criticism.
Rescuers find missing hiker on California's Mount Baldy, but no sign of actor Julian Sands
British actor Julian Sands, however, remains missing.
India police detain students gathered to watch BBC documentary on Modi
Students were detained by the Delhi police on Wednesday as they gathered to watch a recent BBC documentary about Prime Minister Narendra Modi that India has dismissed as propaganda and blocked its streaming and sharing on social media.
Factbox: Russia decries German tanks decision, Ukraine 'sincerely grateful'
Germany will send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine and approve their re-export from partner countries, German government spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit said on Wednesday. Russia has cast deliveries of heavy weapons to Ukraine as proof that the West is escalating the war.
Slovakia parliament changes constitution to enable snap vote
BRATISLAVA, Slovakia (AP) — Slovakia’s parliament amended the country's constitution Wednesday to make it possible to hold early elections.
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NSA's former top lawyer on understanding electronic surveillance — "Intelligence Matters"
Host Michael Morell talks with Glenn Gerstell, former general counsel at the National Security Agency, about how and when the NSA is authorized to use electronic surveillance to collect intelligence on foreign targets.
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Ohio busts snowfall record as winter storm moves north
Forecasters predict heavy snow in many areas, with a tornado watch in effect in the South.
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Top prosecutor orders release of Beirut port blast detainees
Lebanon’s top prosecutor has ordered all suspects detained in the investigation into the deadly 2020 Beirut port blast released and filed charges against the judge leading the probe
Jill Biden says inauguration outfits ‘were a voice for me’ as she donates them to Smithsonian
Jill Biden’s inaugural outfits have a new home at the Smithsonian, with the first lady saying she hopes the dresses will “continue speaking to generations to come.” The community colleg…
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Ukrainian children saved from the Russian 'vacation' trap
Russian authorities are reportedly forcing the illegal adoption of Ukrainian children under the guise of sending them on ‘vacation."
Biden classified documents: 57% of Americans disapprove of White House handling, as stonewalling continues
A new poll finds that more than two-thirds of Americans disapprove of how the White House has handled President Joe Biden's classified documents controversy.
US reroutes $72M in aid for wages for Lebanese army, police
BEIRUT (AP) — The United States is rerouting $72 million of America's assistance to Lebanon to help the country's cash-strapped government boost wages of its soldiers and police officers, the U.S. ambassador said Wednesday.
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Obama, Clinton offices say all classified documents went to Archives
The offices of former Presidents Obama and Clinton say they turned over all classified materials to the National Archives at the end of their presidencies. A day after it was announced that classif…
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CA residents to vote on whether the state should overturn its fast food law on 2024 ballot
A California voter initiative that would overturn a state law aimed at increasing wages and improving working conditions for fast food workers has been qualified for the 2024 ballot.
3 potential frontrunners for the presidency in 2024 are now embroiled in classified documents controversies
Classified documents were found at the homes of President Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Mike Pence in recent months.
Central American gangs raising fears in southern Mexico
Street gangs from Central America are expanding their organized crime activities in southern Mexico
Half of U.S. mass attacks sparked by personal, workplace disputes, report finds
Half of the mass attacks in the United States from 2016-2020 were sparked by personal, domestic or workplace disputes, according to a new U.S. Secret Service report that aims to prevent violence by identifying warning signs.
Report: Much of Africa less safe, democratic than in 2012
A new report on African governance says much of Africa is less safe and democratic than it was a decade ago.
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North Korea locks down capital city over 'respiratory illness'
A government order also called for individuals to measure their temperatures four times a day and report the results to a hospital by phone.
Most attackers suffer major life challenge in year before mass violence, study finds | CNN Politics
Attackers who commit mass violence frequently display threatening or violent behavior well before an incident and often suffer a major life setback in the year prior to an attack, according to a newly released analysis by the US Secret Service National Threat Assessment Center.
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The AP Interview: Pope says homosexuality not a crime
Pope Francis has criticized laws that criminalize homosexuality as “unjust,” saying God loves all his children just as they are
McCarthy announces GOP members appointed to House panel on Biden admin's ‘weaponization’ of government
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has announced the names of GOP House members who will serve on the select subcommittee to "stop the weaponization” of the federal government.
Fed's Brainard, Treasury's Adeyemo in running to be Biden's economic czar, sources say
Federal Reserve Vice Chair Lael Brainard is a contender for the White House's top economic policy position, joining a list that includes Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo and Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, two people familiar with the process said on Wednesday.
India, Egypt to promote trade, investment, fight terrorism
India and Egypt have agreed to increase trade during a visit by the Egyptian president that underscores Prime Minister Narendra Modi's efforts to build ties with other emerging economies.
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Heavy snow causes havoc in Japan as cold snap sweeps through Asia
Heavy snow blanketed wide swathes of Japan on Wednesday, snarling traffic, forcing hundreds of flight cancellations, disrupting train travel and leaving at least one person dead.
Romanian prosecutors search devices in Andrew Tate case
An official says Romanian prosecutors have carried out forensic searches of mobile phones and laptops as they look for further evidence in the case of social media personality Andrew Tate, who is detained in the country as prosecutors investigate organ...
NM lawmakers propose bill that would ban contracts detaining immigrants in civil cases
New Mexico legislators have introduced a bill aimed at ending detention in civil immigration cases. It is unclear whether Democratic Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will approve the bill.
TSA investigating how some no-fly list data was exposed on internet | CNN Politics
The Transportation Security Administration said it was investigating a “potential cybersecurity incident” after a hacker claimed to access an older version of the agency’s no-fly list of known or suspected terrorists.
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Gov. Whitmer plans tax cuts, stricter gun laws, free pre-K
LANSING, Mich. (AP) — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer outlined an agenda Wednesday that will prioritize enacting stricter gun laws, repealing outdated laws that restrict abortion and who one can marry and providing pre-K education for all 4-year-olds in the state.
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Peru's President Boluarte calls for truce as protests flare in Lima
Dina Boluarte says ongoing unrest has caused $1.3bn (£1.56bn) in damages to infrastructure and output.
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Ex-kickboxer Andrew Tate says Romanian prosecutors have no evidence against him
Divisive internet personality Andrew Tate said on Wednesday there was no justice in Romania and that the case file against him in a criminal investigation for alleged human trafficking and rape was empty.
Crenshaw drops bipartisan bill creating ATF appeal route for gun industry: agency 'has trampled’ on 2A rights
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, R-Texas, reintroduced the bipartisan ATF Accountability Act that would create an avenue for firearms manufacturers, importers and dealers to appeal ATF rulings.
China cites US debt issue to deflect pressure on Africa debt
The Chinese government says the U.S. should stop pressuring it on debt relief for Zambia and focus on averting a government default at home with possible repercussions for the global economy.
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Republican hardliners, George Santos shun White House welcome for new Congress
Embattled Republican freshman U.S. Representative George Santos skipped his invitation to a White House reception on Tuesday evening and appears to have been joined by several hardline newcomers in snubbing President Joe Biden.
Russia-Ukraine live updates: Putin suspends key US-Russia nuclear treaty in speech denouncing West
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Explainer: Why has Ukraine sought Leopard 2 battle tanks?
Germany has agreed to send its Leopard 2 tank to Ukraine and allowed other countries using the German-built tank to re-export them, responding to months of pleading from Kyiv for extra firepower to break through Russian defensive lines.
Tanzania's opposition leader returns after 5 years in exile
NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu has arrived home after five years in exile, three weeks after the country’s president lifted a ban on opposition rallies.
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Explainer: Why is Turkey blocking Sweden and Finland NATO membership?
Swedish and Finnish hopes of quickly joining NATO have run into an obstacle in the form of objections by Turkey, which holds veto powers over accession to the military alliance.
Trump voluntarily dismisses second lawsuit against New York Attorney General Letitia James
Former President Trump voluntarily withdrew a lawsuit against New York Attorney General Letitia James Tuesday, the second time he halted legal action against her in days.
Annual count of homeless residents begins in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Los Angeles County's annual count of homeless residents began Tuesday night — a crucial part of the region's efforts to get tens of thousands of unhoused people off the streets.
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New booster works against dominant Covid strain
Only 15.3 percent of eligible Americans — or about 50 million people — have received the bivalent vaccine.
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COVID vaccines are holding up against highly contagious XBB variant, CDC finds
CDC data shows the bivalent COVID vaccines protect against the omicron variant known as XBB and its subvariant XBB.1.5.
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Could getting Covid raise cholesterol?
Two recent studies show a link between Covid and higher cholesterol levels in the following year.
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Record 16.3 million seek health coverage through 'Obamacare'
The government says a record 16.3 million people sought health insurance through the Affordable Care Act this year.
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Long COVID is keeping people out of work for months, study finds
Prolonged, and often severe, symptoms from the disease often sideline workers for months after they get sick.
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New lawsuits target state restrictions on abortion pills
Supporters of abortion rights have filed separate lawsuits challenging abortion pill restrictions in North Carolina and West Virginia. The lawsuits were filed Wednesday.
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New report details pain for workers from long COVID
Long COVID-19 has prevented many workers from going back to their jobs and has caused many of them to receive medical treatments for long periods of time, according to a new report released by the …
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China Covid: Coffins sell out as rural losses mount
The BBC finds evidence of a mounting death toll from the virus that's ripped through villages.
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Malawi cholera outbreak death toll rises above 1,000
Malawi’s health minister says a cholera outbreak has claimed more than 1,000 lives. , according to the country’s health minister, who warned that some cultural beliefs and hostility toward health workers were slowing efforts to curb infections.
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UK to give COVID booster dose to higher-risk groups in autumn
British health minister Steve Barclay said on Wednesday a COVID-19 booster vaccination would be offered in autumn this year for those at higher risk of severe disease.
Aaron Rodgers blasts 'woke culture,' says stance on COVID made him a 'villain'
In his weekly spot with Pat McAfee, Aaron Rodgers criticized "woke culture" for being "offended by everything" and says he's become a "villain" for his stance on COVID.
Report of lockdown suggests North Korea may be quietly grappling with a COVID resurgence
A Seoul-based news outlet says residents of the North Korea capital have been ordered to stay at home due to an outbreak of "respiratory illness."
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Merck scraps Keytruda trial for prostate cancer after dismal interim data
Merck & Co Inc said on Wednesday it was discontinuing a late-stage trial of its blockbuster immunotherapy Keytruda in some prostate cancer patients after interim data showed it was unlikely to meet the study's main goals.
Eli Lilly to invest $450 mln more to expand capacity as obesity drug decision looms
Eli Lilly and Co plans to invest an additional $450 million to expand capacity of a plant in North Carolina, the U.S. drugmaker said on Tuesday, as it races to boost production ahead of a decision on its promising obesity treatment.
China Covid: Coffins sell out as rural losses mount
The BBC finds evidence of a mounting death toll from the virus that's ripped through villages.
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Bristol study finds Covid booster gives tenfold increase in antibodies
Research shows the third booster jab significantly increases antibodies compared to the first two.
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New study evaluates post-COVID symptoms persistent for up to two years in non-hospitalized patients
Researchers followed up for two years with non-hospitalized post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) patients in France and determined when they returned to work. These patients had persistent symptoms, with some utterly incapacitating symptoms lasting as long as 22 months in some cases, that...
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