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Tennessee Legislature passes bill to arm teachers despite fierce opposition: The Tennessee state House passed a bill on Tuesday that would allow teachers who are ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4616306-tennessee-legislature-passes-bill-to-arm-teachers-despite-fierce-opposition/
Minnesota state senator arrested on suspicion of burglary: Police say a Minnesota state senator and former broadcast meteorologist has been arrested in the ...
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Anti-Biden Impeachment Witness Tony Bobulinski Sues Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin for Defamation
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Why Biden Should Not Debate Trump: The networks want their show, but to give the challenger equal status on a TV stage would be a dire normalization of his ...
theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2024/04/joe-biden-donald-trump-presidential-debate/678079/
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/
Opinion | Is Jan. 6 the Political Winner Democrats Think It Is?: A Supreme Court ruling against the government could shift the focus to prosecutorial overreach.
wsj.com/articles/is-jan-6-the-political-winner-democrats-think-supreme-court-prosecutorial-overreach-8cc8e9ce
Biden to close ‘gun-show loophole’ and expand background checks for firearms: New rule comes under legislation passed after Uvalde, Texas, shooting.
politico.com/news/2024/04/11/biden-gun-show-firearms-rule-00151655
Quick Glance: Biden Administration Implements Stricter Background Checks for Gun Dealers
- A new rule by the Biden administration will require thousands of gun dealers to conduct background checks on buyers to close a legal loophole.
- President Biden emphasizes that the measure aims to keep guns away from domestic abusers and felons to save lives.
- The law mandates that sellers primarily engaged in selling firearms for profit must be federally licensed and perform checks.
- Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.
Marjorie Taylor Greene makes wild claim that Democrats want Trump to be ‘murdered in jail’
independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-taylor-greene-trial-murder-b2533420.html
Now it’s up to Israel: De-escalate or retaliate against Iran?: Tehran’s barrage of drones and missiles was a face-saving maneuver, successfully repulsed ...
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/14/iran-attack-israel-failed-deescalate-retaliate/
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.
Pompeo hits Biden over response to Iran threat: ‘Not even a deterrent’: Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo criticized President Biden’s response to an ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4591984-pompeo-hits-biden-over-response-to-iran-threat/
A ban is looming: USA launches new attempt at Tiktok sales: It's the second attempt: Democrats and Republicans are once again voting for a law that could lead to ...
n-tv.de/politik/USA-starten-neuen-Versuch-fuer-Tiktok-Verkauf-article24889147.html
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.
5 takeaways from opening statements in Trump’s criminal trial: Trump has denied the 34 felony charges, calling them orchestrated by Democrats; if convicted ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/22/nyregion/trump-trial-opening-statements-takeaways.html
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
- Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.
- Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.
- Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.
- Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
Woman who stole Ashley Biden’s diary is sentenced to a month in prison: Aimee Harris pleaded guilty to stealing Ashley Biden’s diary. Her sentencing comes after ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/09/aimee-harris-ashley-biden-diary-sentencing/
Quick Glance: Conviction for Theft and Sale of Biden's Daughter's Diary
- A Florida mother was sentenced to a month in prison and three months of home confinement for stealing and selling President Joe Biden’s daughter’s diary to the conservative group Project Veritas four years ago.
- Judge Laura Taylor Swain at the Manhattan federal court called the actions of the Palm Beach, Florida woman 'despicable'.
- In August 2022, Harris pleaded guilty to a conspiracy charge, admitting to receiving $20,000 of the $40,000 paid by Project Veritas for personal items of the president's daughter, Ashley Biden.
- Swain noted that Harris and a co-defendant, Robert Kurlander from nearby Jupiter, Florida, had initially tried unsuccessfully to sell Ashley Biden’s belongings to then-President Donald Trump’s 2020 presidential campaign.
Justice Department asks GOP to ‘avoid conflict’ following Garland contempt threat
thehill.com/homenews/house/4581202-justice-department-asks-gop-to-avoid-conflict-following-garland-contempt-threat/
Quick Glance: Justice Dept. refuses to provide Biden-Hur audio recordings to House committee
- Justice Department officials informed House Republicans that they do not plan to give audio recordings of President Biden's interviews with the special counsel investigating his handling of classified documents.
- The decision was made as lawmakers already possess transcripts of the interviews, indicating that the request may be more about politics than seeking genuine information.
- Special counsel Hur found evidence that Biden retained classified government materials after leaving the vice presidency, but concluded that there was insufficient proof to pursue criminal charges.
- Republican lawmakers have threatened to hold the Attorney General in contempt if the recordings are not handed over, raising concerns about potential implications on future investigations.
Potholes over foreign policy: City leaders want to move on from Israel-Gaza debate
politico.com/news/2024/04/22/potholes-vs-foreign-policy-00153721
White House, Senate Democrats unveil bill to battle pandemic aid fraud: The measure, which delivers on an earlier request from President Biden ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/09/covid-aid-fraud-congress/
A Pittsburgh congressional race could test Democrats who have criticized Israel's handling of war
apnews.com/article/summer-lee-israel-hamas-progressive-democrats-primaries-5608acf78e2e79f36d68f5a664005bee
Romney: Mayorkas did not commit a high crime or misdemeanor: Sen. Mitt Romney (R-Utah) told reporters Tuesday that he does not think Homeland Security Secretary ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4582969-romney-mayorkas-impeachment-trial/
Some Latinos say immigrants hurt their social status, research shows: The findings come as civil rights advocates worry about rising anti-immigrant sentiment.
axios.com/2024/04/18/latino-immigrants-election-policy-deportation-discrimination
Harris meets with families of Americans held hostage by Hamas: Vice President Harris on Tuesday met with family members of Americans still being held hostage by ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4583677-harris-israel-hamas-families-americans-hostages/
Ex-Obama aides become Biden critics on Gaza: Some of former President Obama’s most prominent aides have increased their criticism of President Biden — this time ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4583525-obama-allies-expose-dem-rift-over-bidens-israel-hamas-war-strategy/
On the difficulty of finding an objective jury for Trump: For the first time, a criminal trial against an ex-US president begins. Half of the potential jurors ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/usa-trump-schweigegeldprozess-stormy-daniels-1.6555784
Biden to meet with Iraqi PM amid tension over troops, renewed ISIS threats: President Biden will meet with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani at the ...
thehill.com/policy/defense/4590389-biden-to-meet-with-iraqi-pm-amid-tension-over-troops-renewed-isis-threats/
Trump Pushes Dangerous Abortion Lie That Democrats Support Babies Being 'Executed'
huffpost.com/entry/trump-pushes-abortion-lie-democrats-executing-babies_n_66141526e4b02bf807185015
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.
Lara Trump’s RNC Robocalls Push Claims of ‘Massive Fraud’ in 2020 Election: The message claimed Democrats “will do whatever it takes to ensure their fellow ...
thedailybeast.com/lara-trumps-rnc-robocalls-push-claims-of-massive-fraud-in-2020-election
Poll: Democrats' popularity with Latinos rises as Biden's drops: U.S. Latinos still widely back Democratic policies but are increasingly enamored with ...
axios.com/2024/04/09/biden-approval-drops-democrat-popularity-rises-latino-voters
The Political Rise of Arab Americans Shows the Value of Sticking Around and Fighting
aaiusa.org/library/even-when-it-seems-hopeless-we-must-never-quit
US Senate votes to renew Fisa surveillance program: Majority leader Chuck Schumer says approving bill was ‘right thing’ for Democrats and Republicans to do
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/19/senate-vote-fisa-surveillance
New report estimates U.S. fraud losses exceed $233 billion annually: The U.S. government may have lost $1.6 trillion as a result of fraud between 2018 and 2022 ...
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/16/government-fraud-gao/
Opinion | Joe Biden’s Long Career of Conformity: All politicians adjust their views, but the president’s malleability is the most notable thing about him.
wsj.com/articles/joe-bidens-long-career-of-conformity-64aa79c1
How 'Netanyahu's war' led Democrats to a radical rethink of U.S.-Israel ties: If you'd told Democratic lawmakers six months ago that Chuck Schumer and Nancy ...
haaretz.com/us-news/2024-04-11/ty-article/.premium/how-netanyahus-war-led-democrats-to-a-radical-rethink-of-u-s-israel-ties/0000018e-cd05-d5ed-adcf-ff9705150000
Smartmatic settles defamation suit against right-wing network OAN: Attorneys for the voting equipment company filed to dismiss its case against the San ...
latimes.com/entertainment-arts/business/story/2024-04-16/smartmatic-settles-libel-case-with-right-wing-network-oann
Quick Glance: OAN and Smartmatic Reach Settlement in Defamation Lawsuit
- Voting technology company Smartmatic and the far-right network One America News announced on Tuesday that they have agreed to a confidential settlement of a defamation lawsuit stemming from the outlet's lies about the 2020 presidential elections.
- The settlement followed a lawsuit filed by Smartmatic against OAN in 2021, alleging that the right-wing conspiracy network 'victimized' the company and spread lies about its role in the 2020 elections to boost viewership and revenue.
- OAN previously settled a defamation suit in September with former Dominion executive Eric Coomer, revealing collaboration with individuals to propagate falsehoods about the elections.
- While the Smartmatic case has concluded, OAN still faces another defamation lawsuit from Dominion regarding the dissemination of falsehoods about the 2020 elections.
Sun cartoon rankles readers | READER COMMENTARIES: A cartoon purporting to depict political party platforms has liberals up in arms.
baltimoresun.com/2024/04/13/sun-cartoon-rankles-readers-reader-commentaries/
The many times Biden warned Israel but did nothing to protect Palestinians: Washington remains the biggest weapons supplier to Israel, which has killed more than ...
trtworld.com/magazine/the-many-times-biden-warned-israel-but-did-nothing-to-protect-palestinians-17693997
Rabbit hole of bribes: Autocrats attack Democrats with strategic corruption. The loopholes in the international financial system make it possible.
sueddeutsche.de/wirtschaft/korruption-russland-katargate-spione-1.6564232
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Trump vs. Biden Polls: How Will the Hush-Money Trial Play?: What do Trump vs. Biden polls say about the hush money trial? Polls show voters think these are the ...
nymag.com/intelligencer/article/trump-vs-biden-polls-how-will-the-hush-money-trial-play.html
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