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George Santos ends comeback bid for Congress: Former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he's dropping his longshot bid to return to Congress ...

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Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat

Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'

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Apr 24

War in Ukraine: US to send new aid right away, Biden says: The president says weapons and equipment will be sent to Kyiv "in the next few hours" ...

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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.

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Apr 24

Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform

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Apr 20

Congress: House passes new aid for Ukraine and votes next on Israel: The House is pushing swiftly through a series of votes in a rare weekend session toward ...

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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Americans largely split on support for Ukraine aid as Congress passes deal: Survey

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Quick Glance: US Sending New Patriot Missiles to Ukraine

As part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, the U.S. will provide Ukraine with additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems, announced Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday.

Discussing the need for Patriots, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting on Friday morning, where about 50 countries virtually gathered in a Pentagon-led session.

Included in the new funding, the largest tranche of USAI aid sent so far, are the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) as well as Switchblade and Puma drones, counter-drone systems, and artillery.

Months of deadlock among bitterly divided members of Congress over the funding led to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., having to form a bipartisan coalition to pass the bill.

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Apr 25

Bill that would potentially ban TikTok clears US Congress: The legislation would ban the social media app if it is unable to find a new owner in the next few ...

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Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim

ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.

Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.

ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.

As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.

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The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...

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Apr 24

Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dead at 65 after "cardiac episode": Gov. Phil Murphy said in a statement he is "deeply saddened by the passing of our friend ...

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Quick Glance: Late Congressman Donald Payne Jr.

Democratic Congressman Donald Payne Jr. from New Jersey has passed away at the age of 65

Payne, a longstanding House member, was the son of a former congressman

He advocated for healthcare legislation, gun violence prevention, and infrastructure investments

Following his death, a special election will be held to fill his position in the House of Representatives

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House Approves Bill Banning TikTok in the US (Again): Congress tries again with a TikTok ban, this time bundling it into a foreign aid package.

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Apr 24

Congress Passed a Bill That Could Ban TikTok. Now Comes the Hard Part.: After President Biden signs the bill to force a sale of the video app or ban it ...

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Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil

The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.

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Apr 24

Truth Social owner asks Congress to investigate ‘potential manipulation’ of share price

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Quick Glance: Trump Media Seeks Congressional Probe on 'Troubling' Market Manipulation Claims

Trump Media & Technology Group is asking Congress to investigate suspicions of illegal activity affecting its stock price.

In a disclosed letter, Devin Nunes, the CEO of Truth Social owner Trump Media, urged GOP Chairmen of relevant House Committees to examine the 'urgent matter' of 'potential manipulation' of the company's stock price.

Trump Media recently reported a $58 million loss in 2023 with minimal revenue. The company's price-to-sales ratio, a common stock valuation method, is notably high compared to competitors in the social media sector.

In the communication to Congress, Trump Media highlighted that data suggests 'just four market participants' accounted for over 60% of the exceptional trading volume in the company's stock: Citadel Securities, Virtu Americas, G1 Execution Services, and Jane Street Capital.

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How every senator voted on the rejection of Mayorkas impeachment charges: The US Senate on Wednesday dismissed the two impeachment articles against Homeland ...

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Apr 21

Republican's Stunning Condemnation of GOP Colleagues: 'Scumbags': "They're walking around with white hoods in the daytime," Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican ...

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Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote

After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.

Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.

A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.

The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.

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Apr 21

Warner: Military equipment will be ‘in transit’ to Ukraine by next week if Biden signs bill

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Apr 23

Columbia University Protests: Inside a Week of Unrest on Campus: In a Washington war room, Columbia’s president, Nemat Shafik, decided to call police officers to ...

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Apr 19

Pelosi, Clyburn back Jan. 6 officer for Congress: Dunn has heavily out-raised his opponents for a district in suburban Maryland.

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Putin announces plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he plans to visit China in May, in what could become the first ...

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Pelosi, Clyburn endorse Jan. 6 Capitol Police officer for Congress: Two heavy-hitters in the House Democratic Caucus have endorsed former U.S ...

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Apr 24

Grand jury indicts fake electors who falsely certified Donald Trump as 2020 winner in Arizona

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Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona

Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.

They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.

The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.

The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.

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Apr 23

In the Peter Navarro case, executive privilege is on trial: U.S. v. Navarro has the potential to be a landmark case of “first impressions” involving unsettled ...

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Apr 19

Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked by fellow lawmaker's extreme Ukraine aid bill amendments

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Quick Glance: GOP Congresswoman Propagates Russian Narratives Against Ukraine Aid

Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced amendments to the latest bill on aid to Ukraine, echoing Russian propaganda narratives about "biolabs in Ukraine" and "persecution of Christians in Ukraine."

Greene proposed halting funding for Ukraine's aid until free and fair elections are held, persecution of Christians stops, and all biolabs in Ukraine are closed.

The allegation of secret "biolabs" in Ukraine is a long-standing Russian propaganda conspiracy theory, also picked up by Chinese disinformation networks according to the EU East Stratcom Task Force.

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced determination to advance the foreign aid bill on April 20, despite opposition from GOP hardliners who have blocked progress for over six months.

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Apr 19

Progressives Oppose Israel Funding Advanced by US House: "Congress is shamefully choosing a failed approach of fueling genocide rather than saving ...

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Apr 18

Live Updates: Police Arresting Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Columbia: Officers began arresting students on Thursday, a day after university officials testified ...

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Apr 11

LIVE: Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addresses a joint meeting of US Congress

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Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Netanyahu's Gaza war approach

President Joe Biden criticizes Netanyahu for inadequate humanitarian aid in Gaza.

The U.S. increases pressure on Israel to achieve a ceasefire, straining the long-standing alliance.

Disagreements over humanitarian aid and offensive plans in Rafah deepen the divide between the two countries.

Israel slowly ramps up aid, but logistical issues and security concerns complicate deliveries.

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Apr 16

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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Apr 17

Boeing in the spotlight as Congress calls a whistleblower to testify about defects in planes

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Apr 20

US to start supplying Ukraine with armament "right away" after Congress' decision – White House

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Apr 25

President can commit crimes if Congress doesn't know: Trump lawyer: As the saying goes: It's not the crime; it's the cover-up. If former President Donald Trump ...

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Apr 25

Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress: Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress

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Apr 16

Supreme Court skeptical of feds’ use of obstruction statute in Jan. 6 prosecutions

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Quick Glance: Justices Question Obstruction Charge Against Jan. 6 Rioter

The Supreme Court is considering whether Jan. 6 rioters can be charged with obstructing an official proceeding, potentially impacting Trump's election interference case.

During Tuesday's hearing, justices expressed concerns about the Justice Department's use of the obstruction statute to prosecute those involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

A potential consequence of a ruling in favor of Fischer could affect Trump, although this outcome is not definitive. Prosecutors in Trump's case have emphasized that even if Fischer succeeds, Trump's actions would still be governed by a more restrictive interpretation of the law.

The provision was enacted in 2002 as part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, passed after the Enron accounting scandal. Both Fischer and Trump argue that the obstruction law does not apply to their alleged conduct, meaning the charges should be dropped.

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Apr 22

Russia says US support for Ukraine will end as ‘humiliating fiasco’ like ‘Vietnam and Afghanistan’

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Apr 22

IDF Kills 18 Children in Rafah Hours After US House Approves Billions in Military Aid

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Apr 18

Freedom Caucus on alert for possible moves against it by GOP leaders: The Floor Action Response Team, shorthanded as “FART,” aims to guard against an unannounced ...

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Apr 19

Ukraine Russia war: US House passes crucial aid deal worth $61bn: The long-stalled package could be vital for Ukraine, which is struggling to contain Russia's ...

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Congress just passed a potential TikTok ban. Here’s what happens next: Congress finalized legislation on Tuesday that could lead to a nationwide TikTok ban ...

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Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say

ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.

TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.

ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.

After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.

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Apr 16

Live Nation stock sinks because a DOJ antitrust lawsuit might be coming: The Ticketmaster parent company was the worst performer in the S&P 500 at midday

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Apr 22

Full List of Republicans Retiring from House This Year: One Republican who has left Congress before the end of his term said the party had lost its way.

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Apr 19

Ukraine Aid Bill Clears Critical Hurdle in the House as Democrats Supply the Votes

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Live Nation deserves to face the antitrust music: An unwinding of the Ticketmaster deal no longer looks far-fetched

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Apr 19

'Has to come to an end': GOP lawmaker accuses Marjorie Taylor Greene of holding Congress hostage

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Andrew Cuomo agrees to testify to Congress on Covid-19 nursing home advisory: Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, after being subpoenaed last month ...

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Apr 19

Ukrainians Wait, Nervously, to See if U.S. Will Provide Critical Aid: From the battlefield to battered cities, soldiers and civilians are counting on Congress to ...

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Apr 15

Biden hosts Czech leader at White House to promote Ukraine aid amid holdup in Congress

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Tech Leaders Once Cried for AI Regulation. Now the Message Is ‘Slow Down’: Any dreams of a sweeping AI bill out of Congress are basically a hallucination.

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Quick Glance: OpenAI and Meta Prepare New AI Models Capable of 'Reasoning'

OpenAI and Meta are on the verge of releasing new artificial intelligence models that are said to be capable of reasoning and planning.

These upgrades are part of a wave of new large language models being released this year.

Reasoning and planning are key steps towards achieving 'artificial general intelligence', allowing chatbots and virtual assistants to complete sequences of related tasks.

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Trump Media pens letter to Congress on impact of short sellers: The Trump Media CEO last week also penned a letter to Nasdaq blaming "naked" short selling for ...

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Apr 09

UK's Cameron to meet Blinken, Trump while pressing US Congress on Ukraine aid: British Foreign Minister David Cameron will meet Secretary of State Antony Blinken ...

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Quick Glance: Cameron Warns US Politicians Against Russia Appeasement

UK Foreign Secretary intensifies efforts to secure aid for Ukraine but faces rejection from a senior Republican.

Cameron warns against 'appeasement' and emphasizes the need for military aid to Kyiv.

Despite meetings with top US officials, Cameron failed to gain support from US Republicans.

He faced limited reception on Capitol Hill and struggled to make an impact.

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Apr 25

Lawmakers push Wall Street giveaway disguised as increased worker security: If members of Congress want to improve retirement security, they should expand Social ...

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Apr 15

Dimension 20 responds to ticket pricing for Madison Square Garden show: Dimension 20 will be opting out of Ticketmaster’s dynamic pricing system after tickets ...

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Apr 20

House Overwhelmingly Approves Billions to Support Israel: The $26 billion package mostly underwrites Israel’s war effort, but it also includes billions in ...

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Apr 18

Possible TikTok ban revived as part of House foreign aid package : Legislation that could ban TikTok if its China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake has won a ...

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Several K Street giants kick off 2024 with record revenues: Several K Street lobbying shops posted record revenues last quarter as Congress moved massive ...

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Apr 16

Columbia’s President, Nemat Shafik, to Testify at Antisemitism Hearing: Columbia University’s president, Nemat Shafik, will speak to the same congressional ...

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Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism

Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.

Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.

University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.

The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.

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Apr 07

Turner: Russian propaganda "being uttered on the House floor": Turner's comments come after McCaul said Russian propaganda has "infected a good ...

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Quick Glance: GOP Rep. Turner: Accusations of Russian Propaganda Spread Among Republicans

The congressman stated that it is 'absolutely true' that Russia's anti-Ukraine messaging has 'infected' his party's base.

Mike Turner, a Republican representative, accused some of his colleagues of spreading Russian propaganda 'on the House floor' amid Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

Turner's comments align with an earlier assertion by another Republican and chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael McCaul, who mentioned that Russian propaganda has infiltrated the United States and affected a significant portion of his party's base.

McCaul attributed the dissemination of Russian propaganda to conservative media outlets, including 'nighttime entertainment shows' that echo talking points used by Russian state media.

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Apr 16

Zelenskyy says Ukraine can't win without US support: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that if the US Congress fails to vote on military aid for ...

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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.

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Apr 16

ABBA, Blondie, and the Notorious B.I.G. enter the National Recording Registry: Albums from ABBA, Blondie and the Notorious B.I.G. are entering the National ...

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Apr 25

FTC is sued by business groups over its ban on noncompete agreements, which may delay enforcement

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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.

The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.

Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.

Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.

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Apr 16

How Biden could help Ukraine with arms without Congress: Over six months of deadlock in the US Congress, passing new aid legislation for Ukraine ...

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Opinion | Ukraine Aid and the Tail-Wagger Troupe: They say they want to make Congress work. They insist on rules that ensure it can’t.

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17 states sue EEOC over rule giving employees abortion accommodations in Pregnant Workers act

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Apr 18

US Congress moves ahead on bill to push TikTok's Chinese owner to sell: An effort to force TikTok's Chinese owner, ByteDance, to sell the social media app or ...

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Apr 18

Former Wisconsin Democratic Rep. Peter Barca announces new bid for Congress: A Democrat who served one term representing southeast Wisconsin in Congress in the ...

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FBI director warns of 'attacks' on American soil - UPI.com: FBI Director Christopher Wray warned Congress on Thursday about potential attacks on U.S ...

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Apr 17

Justice Dept. to hit concert promoter Live Nation with antitrust lawsuit : Critics — including performers, politicians and competitors — have argued that Live ...

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Apr 08

How Rep. Jamie Raskin became Democrats’ hottest ticket in the 2024 campaign: The former Jan. 6 committee member has campaigned for fellow Democrats in 17 states ...

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Apr 07

Ukraine would lose war against Russia if US Congress blocks military aid, says Zelensky

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Quick Glance: Ukraine ‘will lose the war’ without US aid, Zelensky warns

President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Ukraine will lose the war against Russia if the US Congress does not approve military aid.

Ukraine urgently calls for the US to send a $60 billion aid package blocked by Republicans in Congress.

Russia intensifies attacks on Chasiv Yar, near Kramatorsk, a crucial hub for the Ukrainian army, resulting in casualties and destruction.

Russian strikes, including on a nuclear power plant, raise concerns about reactor integrity, with the IAEA urging restraint.

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Northern and Southern Virginia Cooperate on Climate: Teams from Fairfax and Danville are working on an energy action plan for Southside Virginia

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Apr 08

Biden lawyer, former Trump admin officials urge Insurrection Act reform: The law is "poorly drafted, replete with vague or obsolete language ...

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Apr 16

George Santos Explains Why He’s Raised $0 for Return Congressional Bid: The disgraced former U.S. representative says he doesn’t want people to think he’s a ...

thedailybeast.com/george-santos-explains-why-hes-raised-dollar0-for-return-congressional-bid

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Apr 22

Crisis in Brazil’s Congress Gives Lula $18.5 Billion in New Fiscal Headaches: Tensions between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s administration and Brazil’s ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/crisis-in-brazil-s-congress-gives-lula-18-5-billion-in-new-fiscal-headaches

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Apr 12

Opinion | Republicans Are Fleeing the Stench of a Rotten Congress: The great 2024 exodus is all about Trump-era discord and dysfunction.

nytimes.com/2024/04/11/opinion/republicans-congress-trump.html

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Apr 18

Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine aid bill as Kyiv warns its defeat against Russia would lead to WW3

wionews.com/world/biden-urges-congress-to-pass-ukraine-aid-bill-as-kyiv-warns-its-defeat-against-russia-would-lead-to-ww3-712538

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Apr 25

Chile President Gabriel Boric Tells Investors He Wants Political System Reform: Chile President Gabriel Boric said that he’s set on overhauling the nation’s ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/chile-president-gabriel-boric-tells-investors-he-wants-political-system-reform

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Apr 17

Dr. Phil on ‘probably past their prime’ Biden and Trump, and the prescription Congress needs

thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4597701-dr-phil-oz-biden-trump-congress/

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WIRED Apr 10

Section 702: The Future of the Biggest US Spy Program Hangs in the Balance: The US Congress will this week decide the fate of Section 702, a major surveillance ...

wired.com/live/section-702-reauthorization-congress-2024/

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NPR

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Apr 25

Some 300 musicians, from Diplo to Nile Rodgers, lobby Congress for ticketing reform

npr.org/2024/04/25/1247130677/musicians-congress-letter-ticketing-fans-first-act-billie-eilish-green-day

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PBS

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Apr 11

Ukraine will be outgunned by Russia 10 to 1 in weeks without U.S. help, top Europe general says

pbs.org/newshour/world/ukraine-will-be-outgunned-by-russia-10-to-1-in-weeks-without-u-s-help-top-europe-general-says

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Apr 24

Everything TikTok users need to know about a possible ban: What every TikTok user needs to know about a new potential ban of the viral-video app ...

washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/23/tiktok-ban-us-start-explained/

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New US funding for Kyiv comes at a crucial moment: After months of delays in the US Congress, an overwhelming bipartisan majority approved a new $61 billion aid ...

arabnews.com/node/2499946

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CNA Apr 24

Taiwan happy with US aid package, China objects to arms sales: TAIPEI: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Wednesday (Apr 24) she was happy the US Congress had ...

channelnewsasia.com/asia/taiwan-united-states-china-aid-package-objects-arms-sales-bill-passed-4288241

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Apr 17

Johnson outlines specific foreign aid plan as it hangs by thread: The speaker will almost certainly need Democratic votes just to get the package to the floor ...

politico.com/live-updates/2024/04/17/congress/johnson-outlines-foreign-aid-plan-00152767

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Amid Scrutiny, Live Nation Calls for Congress to Crack Down Scalpers: