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It Was Supposed to Be a Shocking Impeachment. Well, It Really Freakin’ Fizzled.: Inside the immigration showdown that never took off.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/immigration-impeachment-marjorie-taylor-greene-mayorkas-johnson-schumer-homeland-security.html
Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Kennedy family endorses Joe Biden for president in snub of RFK Jr: Kerry Kennedy compared Biden to her late father Robert F Kennedy - the former US senator and ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Receives Kennedy Family Endorsements in Philadelphia
- President Joe Biden received endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Kerry Kennedy, daughter of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, niece of former President John F. Kennedy, and sister of the current presidential candidate, delivered the endorsements in Philadelphia, calling Biden her hero.
- The decision to highlight the Kennedy family's support more than six months from Election Day indicates how seriously Biden's team is taking a long shot candidate using his last name's lingering Democratic magic.
- Biden used the event to keep up the pressure on Trump, emphasizing the importance of the election not for himself, but to keep Trump out, stating the race was significant due to the potential consequences if they lose this election. The Kennedy family endorsements for Biden were hardly a surprise, as prominent members of the Democratic family did not politically align with Kennedy Jr.
Biden seeks to make Trump the face of anti-abortion movement: The Biden campaign is seeking to make former President Trump the face of the anti-abortion movement ...
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Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans foil another effort to repeal 1864 abortion ban
- Arizona House Republicans once again thwarted an attempt on Wednesday to repeal the state's nearly complete abortion ban from 1864, leaving Democrats without a vote on their repeal bill for the second consecutive week.
- Despite facing pressure from influential conservatives, such as former President Trump and Senate hopeful Kari Lake, urging GOP leaders to lift the ban, the Republicans blocked the repeal.
- State House Democrats made a procedural maneuver to attempt to suspend House rules and bring the repeal bill to the floor for discussion. However, this action was rejected by the GOP majority, with only one Republican, Representative Matt Gress, crossing party lines to support bringing up the repeal bill.
- A similar endeavor to repeal the ban was obstructed by Republicans last week. Following persistent criticism of the law by Democrats both within and outside the state throughout the week, prominent figures like Trump and Lake recognized the political risks and advocated for a change in direction within the Legislature.
Cruz: Democrats tossed ‘two centuries of precedent’ by rejecting Mayorkas articles of impeachment
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US Senate has agreement on FISA reauthorization, will vote on Friday night, Schumer says
reuters.com/world/us/us-senate-has-agreement-fisa-reauthorization-will-vote-friday-night-schumer-says-2024-04-20/
As Florida Democrats profess optimism, polling shows voters favor Donald Trump and Rick Scott
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Boeing in the spotlight as Congress calls a whistleblower to testify about defects in planes
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Quick Glance: Boeing Whistleblower Calls for Grounding of All 787 Dreamliners
- Boeing quality engineer Sam Salehpour is urging the planemaker to ground all 787 Dreamliners worldwide, citing potential structural issues.
- Salehpour alleges that Boeing took shortcuts during the construction of the 787 and 777 jets, compromising aircraft safety.
- After raising internal concerns with Boeing, Salehpour claims he faced retaliation and witnessed unsafe assembly practices in another program.
- Boeing defends the 787 Dreamliner's quality, while the FAA investigates Salehpour's claims, emphasizing the importance of aircraft safety.
Murphy fires back at Trump Jr. on Mayorkas vote: ‘Republicans are full of s‑‑‑’: Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) fired back at Donald Trump Jr. on Friday for calling ...
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BREAKING: The US Senate dismissed both charges of illegal conduct by Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, as Democrats successfully defended ...
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Trump’s Alternate-Reality Criminal Trial: There was little drama in the courtroom yesterday. But the former president told a very different story to his ...
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
J.D. Vance is dead wrong about Ukraine aid: The junior senator from Ohio would be well advised to do some homework before expressing his opinions on a topic he ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Schumer says senators struggling to reach deal to pass FISA before deadline: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer on Friday said “disagreements remain” between ...
cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/fisa-senate-negotiations/
InnovationRx: Legislation Could Prevent Pharma Companies From Working With Chinese Contractors
forbes.com/sites/katiejennings/2024/04/17/innovationrx-legislation-could-prevent-pharma-companies-from-working-with-chinese-contractors/
LIVE: US Senate expected to swiftly end impeachment of Homeland Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas
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'ILL-FATED MOVE': GOP senator grills Biden’s energy secretary on release of US oil reserves, explains how it's putting national security at risk. www.foxbusiness.com/politics/gop-senator-grills-bidens-energy-secretary-release-us-oil-reserves-historically-low-levels
Senate conservatives urge House GOP to sink Speaker’s Ukraine strategy: Senate conservatives led by Sen. Mike Lee (R-Utah) urged House Republicans to oppose what ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4605316-senate-conservatives-urge-house-sink-johnson-ukraine/
'This is a criminal cover up': Ed Pierson, a former senior manager at Boeing, said the company continues to 'conceal the truth' about the safety of their ... Show more reut.rs/49HU4T2
US Senate expected to swiftly end Mayorkas impeachment: The Democratic-majority U.S. Senate on Wednesday dismissed impeachment charges against President Joe ...
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Musk speaks out against effort to ban TikTok: ‘Not what America stands for’: Billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk spoke out against the effort to ban TikTok in the U ...
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Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
House leaders work together to push aid for Ukraine and allies over key hurdle: On Friday, Capitol Hill saw one of the most significant votes of the year ...
pbs.org/newshour/show/house-leaders-work-together-to-push-aid-for-ukraine-and-allies-over-key-hurdle
GOP Lawmakers Use Iran’s Attack on Israel to Blast Biden: How the U.S. came to Israel’s aid on Saturday did not seem to matter as much.
thedailybeast.com/gop-lawmakers-use-irans-attack-on-israel-to-blast-biden
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
J.D. Vance’s Push to Quash Ukraine Aid Is Part of a Larger Plan: Why the Ohio senator and MAGA favorite is going to war against foreign aid.
politico.com/news/magazine/2024/04/18/jd-vance-ukraine-aid-00153201
Colin Allred’s fundraising for U.S. Senate race surpasses O’Rourke’s early 2018 pace
texastribune.org/2024/04/15/colin-allred-beto-orourke-ted-cruz-fundraising/
US Republican Kari Lake tells supporters: 'Strap on a Glock' as election nears: Republican U.S. Senate candidate Kari Lake, an ardent supporter of former ...
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Menendez Corruption Trial Delayed for One Week: The senator’s trial will start May 13, a week later than planned, to give defense lawyers more time to prepare.
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/nyregion/menendez-bribery-trial-delay.html
Bob Graham, ex-US senator and Florida governor, dies at 87: Former Florida Sen. Bob Graham, who chaired the Intelligence Committee following the 2001 terrorist ...
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Quick Glance: Bob Graham, Former US Senator and Florida Governor, Dies at 87
- Bob Graham, former U.S. Senator and two-term Florida Governor, has passed away at the age of 87.
- Graham, a prominent critic of the Iraq war and Chairman of the Senate Intelligence Committee post-9/11, was remembered by his family as a visionary leader and dedicated public servant.
- Known for his political quirks like 'workdays' and meticulous diary-keeping, Graham was an early opponent of the Iraq war and maintained good relationships with colleagues from both parties.
- Highly popular with Florida voters, Graham's political career spanned five decades, marked by electoral victories and significant contributions to education and environmental protection in the state.
US Congressional Leaders Discussing Iran Oil Sanctions, Senator Ben Cardin Says: Congressional leaders are discussing how to push ahead with legislation that ...
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Schumer: Mayorkas impeachment ‘awful precedent,’ ‘abuse of process’: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Tuesday accused House Republicans of ...
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Harris heads to Nevada to focus on abortion, still front-and-center in neighboring Arizona
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Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy
- Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.
- The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.
- Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.
- The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.
Bob Menendez’s Possible Legal Defense: My Wife Did It!: Unsealed court documents reveal that at his upcoming federal bribery trial, Senator Bob Menendez might ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/bob-menendezs-possible-legal-defense-my-wife-did-it.html
Kennedy on support of Israel: ‘If we turn the other cheek to them, we’re going to get it in the neck’
thehill.com/policy/international/4593248-rep-kennedy-on-support-of-israel-if-we-turn-the-other-cheek-to-them-were-going-to-get-it-in-the-neck/
Quick Glance: New Measures Against Iran and Escalation in West Bank
- The United States intends to take further actions against Iran in the coming days to address the attacks on Israel over the weekend, as announced by US officials on Tuesday.
- To combat the escalation in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, Israeli and Palestinian officials reported the deaths of two Palestinians shot by Israeli settlers on Monday.
RFK Jr. anxiety rises among Senate Democrats: Senators in both parties are warning that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. may end up tipping the presidential election to ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4591164-rfk-jr-anxiety-rises-among-senate-democrats/
It Was Supposed to Be a Shocking Impeachment. Well, It Really Freakin’ Fizzled.: Inside the immigration showdown that never took off.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2024/04/immigration-impeachment-marjorie-taylor-greene-mayorkas-johnson-schumer-homeland-security.html
Tom Cotton, Kari Lake show how much Trump, Republicans have normalized violent rhetoric
usatoday.com/story/opinion/columnist/2024/04/19/tom-cotton-kari-lake-republicans-violent-rhetoric-trump/73358859007/
Oh so now Eric Schmitt and Josh Hawley are concerned about impeachment, Constitution? | Opinion
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Sen. Tom Cotton doubles down on comments urging people to 'forcibly remove' protesters blocking traffic
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/sen-tom-cotton-doubles-comments-urging-people-forcibly-remove-proteste-rcna148083
Johnson jams Schumer on TikTok ban: The possibility of a U.S. ban on TikTok is more real than ever.
axios.com/2024/04/18/tiktok-ban-law-bill-mike-johnson
Mark Kelly says Arizona abortion ruling is ‘all because of Donald Trump’: Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) said Sunday that last week’s Arizona Supreme Court ruling ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4593471-sen-kelly-says-arizona-abortion-ruling-is-all-because-of-donald-trump/
Elizabeth Warren slammed for wanting to ‘break up Apple’s smartphone monopoly’: U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren says she’s not a fan of “green texts on iPhones” and ...
bostonherald.com/2024/04/19/elizabeth-warren-slammed-for-wanting-to-break-up-apples-smartphone-monopoly/
Democratic Sen. Jon Tester hopes to secure another win in deep-red Montana : Tester is the last Democrat holding statewide office as Republicans have dominated ...
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US Vice President Kamala Harris blamed Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump for the loss of abortion rights in Arizona ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/us/kamala-harris-heads-arizona-after-abortion-ban-2024-04-12/
Warren slams TurboTax for upselling taxpayers during filing process: Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) criticized TurboTax on Monday for charging taxpayers for ...
thehill.com/business/4595223-warren-slams-turbotax-for-upselling-taxpayers-during-filing-process/
Jill Biden calls Trump ‘dangerous to the LGBTQ community’: First lady Jill Biden on Friday decried former President Trump as a “bully” and a threat to gains for ...
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Quick Glance: Jill Biden warns of Trump's danger to LGBTQ2S+ community
- Jill Biden warned LGBTQ2S+ voters against the re-election of Donald Trump, whom she labeled as a 'bully' and deemed dangerous to their community.
- She urged to fight against external forces working to undo the hard-won rights of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
- Voters in this demographic group overwhelmingly supported Biden in 2020, and their support is crucial for Biden's re-election.
- Jill Biden highlighted President Biden's achievements in LGBTQ2S+ rights and called for continued fight for freedom and equality.
Rand Paul Puts Mike Johnson on Blast: 'Lost All His Principles': The senator on Sunday suggested that Johnson had "completely changed and lost all his ...
newsweek.com/rand-paul-puts-mike-johnson-blast-lost-all-his-principles-1890164
Republican Wisconsin Senate candidate says he doesn't oppose elderly people voting
apnews.com/article/wisconsin-senate-hovde-baldwin-elderly-nursing-c41705c674a2e714645206c93f227a4a
Rick Scott supports 15-week Florida abortion ban over 6-week limit: Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla.) says he would support replacing Florida’s six-week state abortion ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4595381-rick-scott-florida-abortion-ban/
Tim Scott focuses on his pitch to Black voters amid Trump VP speculation: Amid speculation about former President Donald Trump’s pick for a 2024 running mate ...
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/tim-scott-focuses-pitch-black-voters-trump-vp-speculation-rcna147796
Forecast for Kari Lake turns chilly after Arizona's abortion disaster: Opinion: Ruben Gallego really should send a thank you note to Arizona Republicans for ...
azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/laurieroberts/2024/04/18/kari-lake-lose-senate-abortion-sabato-crystal-ball/73373246007/
Democratic lawmaker says women won't be 'conned' after Trump argues states should set abortion restrictions
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/14/democratic-senator-slams-trump-abortion/73320213007/
Teamsters make another move toward GOP, give $5,000 to Sen. Josh Hawley: The union has yet to endorse for president.
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Senate Republicans call for investigation into Temu app: Two Senate Republicans are urging the Biden administration to investigate Temu, an online marketplace ...
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Bidens report nearly $620K in income, Harris and her husband report over $450K: President Biden and first lady Jill Biden made a combined income of $619 ...
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GOP senator calls for US retaliatory strikes on Iran: Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) called for retaliatory strikes against Iran after Tehran ...
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Ted Cruz Gets Huge Boost in Texas: A new poll has revealed that Cruz is leading his Democratic challenger Colin Allred by 45 percent to 36 percent ahead of the ...
newsweek.com/ted-cruz-beating-colin-allred-texas-poll-senate-election-1889662
4 years ago, Sanders and Biden united Democrats. Biden needs young progressives again
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John Fetterman Shoots Down Biden’s Approach on Iran: “It’s astonishing that we are not standing firmly with Israel,” the Democratic senator said on Sunday.
thedailybeast.com/john-fetterman-shoots-down-bidens-approach-on-iran
Vance said there is a ‘real fear of escalation’ amid Iran strikes on Israel: Sen. J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) cautioned Sunday that there is a “real fear of escalation” ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4593259-vance-said-there-is-a-real-fear-of-escalation-amid-iran-strikes-on-israel/
Senate Democrats end Homeland Security secretary impeachment case. How Arizona's senators voted
azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2024/04/17/sinema-kelly-vote-to-end-impeachment-case-against-alejandro-mayorkas/73363468007/
The abortion debate is giving Kamala Harris a moment. But voters still aren’t sold
bostonherald.com/2024/04/17/the-abortion-debate-is-giving-kamala-harris-a-moment-but-voters-still-arent-sold/
Arizona Republicans Rush to Dismantle an Abortion Ban: Even Kari Lake, the GOP senate candidate, opposes a total ban. It’s a striking change for Republicans: ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/kari-lake-arizona-republicans-abortion-ban.html
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
US Senator Lisa Murkowski was due to receive an award for ‘integrity’ when climate protesters interrupted, resulting in them and the presentation committee ... Show more #us #climate #protest
Sanders, Schakowsky Introduce Corporate Tax Dodging Prevention Act: "American workers should not be paying more in federal income taxes, in a given year ...
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Quick Glance: Gender Pay Gap in UK Supermarkets and Income Impact
- UK supermarkets are closing gender pay gap, with Morrisons experiencing a rise.
- Ocado and Lidl show the most improvements, while Morrisons has the largest gap.
- Hourly pay differences are reported by government service.
- Equality initiatives and workplace improvements at M&S and Co-op.
Marco Rubio: Reimposed sanctions on Maduro are overdue and insufficient | Opinion
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Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
- The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.
- The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'
- While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.
- Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
Suspect arrested after fire at Bernie Sanders' Vermont office: A suspect was arrested Sunday in connection with a fire at Sen.
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/suspect-arrested-fire-bernie-sanders-vermont-office-rcna146772
Quick Glance: Man Charged with Setting Fire at Senator Bernie Sanders' Office
- A man was charged with setting a fire at Senator Bernie Sanders' office in Vermont.
- The suspect was identified as Shant Soghomonian, who entered the building, sprayed liquid, and ignited the fire with a lighter.
- The fire damaged the outside of the office door and was extinguished by the sprinkler system.
- Sanders was not in the state at the time of the incident and praised the quick response of local first responders.
Trump endorses a Pennsylvania U.S. Senate candidate he once condemned : In a rally Saturday night, Donald Trump endorsed Dave McCormick, the Republican trying to ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/13/trump-mccormick-pennsylvania-senate/
Pressure builds on House Republicans to pass Senate foreign aid bill after Iran strikes
thehill.com/homenews/house/4593532-pressure-builds-on-house-republicans-to-pass-senate-foreign-aid-bill-after-iran-strikes/
Biden flexes his cash advantage, GOP megadonors spend big in latest FEC filings : Federal Election Commission filings from the first quarter of 2024 show ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/16/trump-biden-fundraising-april-fec/
Raging Against White Rural Rage: In their new book, Tom Schaller and Paul Waldman write as if economic class no longer exists or matters.
commondreams.org/opinion/white-rural-rage
Baldwin edges Hovde in Wisconsin Senate race fundraising: Incumbent Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) raised more from donors than Republican Eric Hovde in the first ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4595683-baldwin-hovde-wisconsin-senate-race-fundraising/
'Call Your Senator Now': Privacy Advocates Ramp Up Effort to Stop Spying Expansion
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"That unconditional support for the Israeli military must end." Senator Bernie Sanders says the US must stop funding Israel with billions of dollars ... Show more
Who’s the Trump VP Pick? Odds for Every Shortlist Candidate: Who is the Trump VP pick? Here’s the latest news on the rumored Trump shortlist for vice-president — ...
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Quick Glance: Michael Cohen Criticizes Trump's Barron Graduation Ban Complaint as Ridiculous
- Michael Cohen describes Trump's complaint about a potential ban on attending Barron's graduation ceremony as comical.
- Cohen points out that Trump apparently did not attend the graduation ceremonies of his other children.
- Cohen is expected to be a key witness in Trump's trial, which revolves around allegations of hush money payments to silence an affair with Stormy Daniels.
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Leonard Leo Rejects Senate Judiciary Subpoena on SCOTUS Gifts: He claims the Senate committee’s inquiry into undisclosed gifts to justices is “politically ...
thedailybeast.com/leonard-leo-rejects-senate-judiciary-subpoena-on-scotus-gifts
Quick Glance: Investigation into Gifts to Supreme Court Justices: Leo Refuses Senate Subpoena
- As part of a months-long inquiry into undisclosed gifts to Supreme Court justices, the Senate Judiciary Committee sent a subpoena to conservative judicial activist Leonard Leo on Thursday, which he promptly rejected as “politically motivated.”
- Following reports that Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel A. Alito Jr. accepted free luxury travel and gifts from Crow, Leo, and conservative donor Robin Arkley II without disclosure, the committee voted to authorize subpoenas for Leo and Texas billionaire Harlan Crow along party lines.
- Democrats on the committee initiated an investigation into the justices' relationships with private benefactors after ProPublica's April report last year revealed Thomas' failure to disclose free luxury vacations and private jet travel from Crow over many years, and Leo's arrangement of a luxury fishing trip for Alito in 2008.
- With Leo's rejection, Democrats would need to hold a Senate vote to seek court enforcement of the subpoena - a nearly impossible task in a narrowly divided chamber requiring 60 votes to break a filibuster.
Iran’s Unprecedented Attack on Israel: A yearslong shadow war between the countries burst into the open after Tehran fired hundreds of drones and missiles.
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/podcasts/the-daily/iran-israel-attack.html
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Harris blames Trump for Arizona’s strict abortion law: During a campaign event, the vice president called the law “one of the biggest aftershocks yet” of the US ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/12/nation/kamala-harris-abortion-arizona-donald-trump/
Wisconsin Republican accuses Biden of allowing Hamas to ‘rearm’ amid pressure on Israel
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4592531-wisconsin-republican-accuses-biden-of-allowing-hamas-to-rearm-amid-pressure-on-israel/
JD Vance urges US to focus on itself and close allies instead of Ukraine: Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) said Sunday that the U.S. should focus more on itself and its ...
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HOME ALONE: Fetterman breaks ranks with Democrats on pivotal issue plaguing homeowners. The Pennsylvania senator explains why he is "not woke." www.foxnews.com/media/sen-john-fetterman-unloads-squatters-says-they-have-no-rights-not-woke
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