Davids, Adkins and other Kansas candidates in final sprint for votes before Election Day
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Today's FCC net neutrality vote could affect your internet speed. We explain: The FCC will vote today on reinstating net neutrality, which will affect your ...
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Quick Glance: FCC Votes to Restore Net Neutrality Rules
- The FCC voted 3-2 along political party lines to reinstate rules from 2017 to prevent internet service providers from disrupting your internet speed.
- Restoring net neutrality has been a focus for President Joe Biden and was approved by a majority of the FCC.
- Net neutrality protects consumers from ISP control, promotes fair rules, and safeguards against online fraud and scams.
- The discussion on net neutrality also raises questions about service pricing and highlights the importance for internet infrastructure.
Russia vetoes US-backed UN resolution to ban nuclear weapons in space: Russia on Wednesday vetoed a United Nations resolution that would ban the use of nuclear ...
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Constitutional Court rejects urgent application against climate protection law: The climate protection law can be passed by the Bundestag on Friday as planned ...
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Russia vetoes UN vote on stopping arms race in outer space: The US has previously warned that Russia is trying to develop a space-based, anti-satellite weapon.
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Greens to back no confidence motion in Scottish First Minister Humza Yousaf: The future of the SNP's first minister as he faces a vote next week ...
news.sky.com/story/greens-to-back-no-confidence-motion-in-scottish-first-minister-humza-yousaf-13122823
Biden administration plans to tee up offshore wind across the nation’s coastlines
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4616379-biden-administration-plans-to-tee-up-offshore-wind-across-the-nations-coastlines/
Watch live: Senate to vote on Ukraine, Israel aid package that includes TikTok bill
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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.
Texas prosecutor appeals ruling that tossed Crystal Mason’s voting fraud conviction
thehill.com/homenews/4622384-texas-prosecutor-appeals-ruling-that-tossed-crystal-masons-voting-fraud-conviction/
BREAKING: Douglas Ross has said he is lodging a vote of no confidence in Humza Yousaf.
He has just announced the news to MSPs during FMQs.
Story to follow.
Arizona state House passes a bill to repeal 1864 abortion ban: Arizona lawmakers will again attempt to repeal a near-total ban on abortion from 1864 that was ...
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Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
- The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.
- The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.
- The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.
- The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
As usual, views of Trump guide views of his actions, not vice versa: New polling shows that Republicans are much less likely to view the Manhattan trial as ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/polling-trump-criminal-trial/
Billions in support against Russia: Zelenskyi thanks the USA for "vital help": The US Senate has approved a new aid package for Ukraine. The first deliveries are ...
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CNN heard from five young influencers about how the proposed TikTok ban might impact content creators and their vote in the upcoming election. edition.cnn.com/2024/04/23/tech/congress-tiktok-ban-what-next/index.html
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.
Timberwolves, Naz Reid wins Sixth Man of the Year: Naz Reid is the first player in Timberwolves history to win the award and only the undrafted player to win it ...
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Video Our favorite Barbra Streisand moments for her birthday: Happy birthday, Barbra!
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Biden scores major union backing as its leaders attack Trump: Joe Biden will land a major union endorsement Wednesday from North America’s Building Trades Unions ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/politics/biden-building-trades-union-endorsement/
Quick Glance: Biden Secures Key Union Support
- Joe Biden will receive a major union endorsement from North America’s Building Trades Unions on Wednesday, with leaders crediting his infrastructure bill for the support.
- The Teamsters union, sought after by both Biden and Donald Trump, abstained from the vote but will endorse after their own convention.
- The union's backing for Biden is more enthusiastic than in 2020 and is intended to be a strong rebuke of Trump.
- The union praises Biden's efforts for workers, highlighting the created jobs, worker protections, and apprenticeship programs written into law.
BREAKING: Arizona's Republican-controlled House votes to repeal a controversial 1864 ban on nearly all abortions, sending the bill to the state Senate ... Show more abcnews.go.com/Politics/republicans-join-arizona-democrats-vote-repeal-controversial-1864/story
Premier League clubs to vote on spending cap tied to income of lowest earning club
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Biden campaign trolls Trump for golfing on day off from court: President Biden’s reelection campaign trolled former President Trump for golfing on his day off ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4621546-biden-campaign-trolls-trump-golfing-court/
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
- President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.
- He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.
- Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.
- Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
Trump wins Pennsylvania GOP primary: Former President Trump has won the GOP primary in Pennsylvania, according to a projection from Decision Desk HQ ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4616195-trump-wins-pennsylvania-gop-primary/
Amazon warehouse workers in Alabama might get a third try at unionizing: Federal officials threw out the first vote, ruling that Amazon improperly interfered ...
npr.org/2024/04/25/1246423390/amazon-warehouse-alabama-union-vote
US Congress approves billions in aid for Ukraine: Ukraine is dependent on US support in its defensive struggle against Russia, but for months there was no more ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/us-kongress-billigt-milliardenschwere-ukraine-hilfen-li.2208846
LIVE: UN meetings on nuclear arms in space, Gaza aid
The U.N. Security Council is due to vote on a U.S.-drafted resolution calling on countries to prevent an ... Show more #Live #Reuters #News #Gaza #UNSC #Arms #NuclearArms #Russia #MiddleEast #GazaWar www.reuters.com/
Biden campaign makes new digital ad buy in Pennsylvania to court Nikki Haley supporters
cnn.com/2024/04/25/politics/biden-campaign-pennsylvania-nikki-haley-supporters/
Breaking News: Constitutional Court rejects urgent application against climate protection law vote
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Johnson: Republicans ‘don’t have a functioning majority’ in the House: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) joined Jesse Watters Wednesday to discuss the massive foreign ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4619762-johnson-republicans-dont-have-a-functioning-majority-in-the-house/
In 50-50 Georgia, unhappiness with the choices but urgency about voting: Rebel Teahouse is Christine Nguyen’s business. And her happy place.
cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/georgia-suburban-shift-2024-election/
Bundestag decides to introduce an annual Veterans Day: The Bundestag decided to introduce a Veterans Day with a large majority. This is intended to express ...
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Quick Glance: Bundestag Approves Veteran's Day to Honor Soldiers
- Soldiers to be honored annually on June 15 in Germany.
- Motion passed by Bundestag with significant majority.
- Events in Berlin planned to recognize soldiers.
- Objective: Show appreciation and enhance social support for soldiers.
Could SNP leader Humza Yousaf be forced out as he faces no-confidence vote after Greens deal ended
scotsman.com/news/politics/tories-to-push-vote-of-no-confidence-in-failed-snp-leader-humza-yousaf-after-bute-house-agreement-torn-up-4604904
NBC News poll: One in 4 voters could change their minds on presidential race: A quarter of all voters are still open to changing their minds on who they'll vote ...
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/nbc-news-poll-one-four-voters-change-minds-presidential-race-rcna149039
Bengaluru: Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city: Many companies in Bengaluru city have found innovative ways to encourage people to vote.
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“He manipulates you to vote for him…” Priyanka Gandhi Vadra hits out at PM Modi in Wayanad#priyankagandhi #loksabhaelection2024 #elections2024
From Disappointment To Relief: How Ukraine's Political Fortunes Changed In A Week
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Which salon, barber or stylist will get your vote?
Who will be crowned St Helens’ Best for Hair 2024? ✂️
See the shortlisted salons here: www.sthelensstar.co.uk/news/24270262.st-helens-star-best-2024-top-10-hair-salons-stylists-revealed/
10 senators helped advance Ukraine aid after voting against it: Nine Republicans and one Democrat in the Senate voted Tuesday to advance a package that includes ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4616241-ten-senators-helped-advance-ukraine-aid-after-voting-against-it/
Judge strikes down North Carolina felon voting law: A federal judge has struck down a North Carolina law criminalizing voting for people with felony convictions ...
thehill.com/homenews/race-politics/4615114-judge-strikes-down-north-carolina-felon-voting-law/
Trump's FCC Ripped Away Open-Internet Protections. We're This Close to Winning Them Back
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Trump on Johnson’s handling of Ukraine vote: ‘You can’t really get too tough’ with slim majority
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4612813-trump-on-johnsons-handling-of-ukraine-vote-you-cant-really-get-too-tough-with-slim-majority/
Quick Glance: Trump defends Johnson's handling of Ukraine vote
- Former President Trump defended Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for bringing additional aid for Ukraine and other national security priorities to a vote in the House.
- Trump mentioned the difficulty Johnson faced due to the GOP's narrow majority, stating that it was challenging to be too tough in such a situation.
- The debate over providing billions in aid to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan divided House Republicans and led to calls from Trump allies for Johnson's removal as Speaker.
- Johnson defied his conservative critics by moving forward with bills for overseas assistance, separate from a failed border security bill, emphasizing the importance of supporting democratic allies facing threats.
Biden just signed a bill that could ban TikTok. His campaign plans to stay on the app anyway
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Quick Glance: What Lies Ahead for TikTok in the US?
- The US Senate has unanimously approved a bill that could potentially lead to the banning of TikTok within nine months, unless its Chinese owner, ByteDance, withdraws from the video-sharing app due to concerns about national security threats.
- President Joe Biden has confirmed his intention to sign the legislation on Wednesday.
- ByteDance acquired the well-known karaoke app Musical.ly and rebranded it as TikTok back in 2017. It has become one of the fastest-growing applications in the United States, boasting 150 million monthly subscribers.
After 26,000 public comments, FTC to vote on rule banning noncompete agreements : The Federal Trade Commission will vote Tuesday on whether to issue a final rule ...
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246430110/noncompete-agreements-ftc-ban-lina-khan
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.
"Ungovernable": How Republicans willingly gave up their power in the House of Representatives
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Sunak says airfield on standby and planes booked for Rwanda deportations: The prime minister has said the first deportation flights to Rwanda will leave "in ...
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Mike Johnson showed courage and rose to history’s call on Ukraine: Praising the House speaker for doing what’s right, or even normal, is warranted ...
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/21/house-speaker-mike-johnson-courage/
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.
New nonpartisan campaigns aim to overcome low Latino turnout at the polls: Latino turnout in 2020 hovered around 54% — the lowest of all racial and ethnic groups ...
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Barr says he’ll vote for ‘Republican ticket’ in November: Former Attorney General Bill Barr said Wednesday he will vote for the “Republican ticket” in the ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4599759-bill-barr-republican-ticket-vote-2024/
It wasn’t just Putin who lost in the House vote on Ukraine aid. David Frum on why Saturday's defeat for Trump in Congress may not be the last: www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/04/trump-republican-vote-ukraine-aid/678148/
Puerto Rico Republicans award Trump all 23 delegates: Puerto Rico’s Republican Party held a district assembly and awarded former President Donald Trump all 23 of ...
apnews.com/article/puerto-rico-republicans-donald-trump-a4c9a723dad2bc7441364d2c33642b1d
India to Repeat Voting at Polling Sites Hit by Violence: The attacks occurred in Manipur, a northeastern state that has been troubled by ethnic unrest ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/world/asia/india-voting-violence-manipur.html
Quick Glance: Election Redo in Manipur Due to Violence
- In Manipur, a northeastern state troubled by ethnic unrest, voting booths were raided and fake ballots were cast.
- India's election authorities have instructed officials to redo voting at various polling locations in the troubled northeastern state of Manipur after armed men attacked polling stations and seized voting booths despite the presence of paramilitary soldiers.
- The conflict in Manipur, which began last May, has essentially divided the region, home to about three million people, pitting two ethnic groups against each other: the mostly Hindu Meiteis, who are a narrow majority, and members of Christian hill tribes known as Kukis.
- Following reports from the region's election commissioner describing mob violence, gunfire, damage to electronic voting machines, and fake voters entering the booths, voting will be repeated at 11 polling stations.
NEW: Patrick Harvie has said he will quit as Scottish Greens co-leader if his party vote to end its power sharing deal with the SNP ... Show more
Rwanda bill: Government and Lords face another voting showdown: Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and ...
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Supreme Court Tosses Aside Kari Lake’s Voting Machine Lawsuit: The right-wing firebrand accused the high court of “institutional inertia” on election issues ...
thedailybeast.com/supreme-court-tosses-aside-kari-lakes-electronic-voting-lawsuit
Tennessee's governor says Volkswagen workers made a mistake in UAW union vote: Tennessee Republican Gov. Bill Lee says he thinks workers at a Volkswagen plant in ...
apnews.com/article/volkswagen-uaw-union-vote-ef85b4319a9496f78835614e08a8cb9e
Elon Musk is a pigeon CEO, ‘he comes, sh*ts all over us, and goes’, says former Tesla manager
electrek.co/2024/04/22/elon-musk-pigeon-ceo-former-tesla-manager/
New federal grants aimed to support elections. Many voting officials didn't see a dime
npr.org/2024/04/23/1246372144/election-funding-dhs-grants
Great Britain: Parliament approves law on deportations to Rwanda: "Stop the boats" is the promise made by British Prime Minister Sunak. Anyone who comes to the ...
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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda
- The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
- However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.
- Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.
- The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.
Breaking News: The House resoundingly approved $95 billion in aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with bipartisan support. The Senate is expected to pass the ... Show more www.nytimes.com/2024/04/20/us/politics/house-vote-aid-ukraine-israel.html
For Democratic incumbent Joe Biden, who overwhelmingly won the youth vote in 2020, an erosion of his support among young voters could potentially dampen his ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/us/chance-trump-youth-rally-see-him-answer-economic-woes-2024-04-21/
Republican Jewish Coalition backs primary challenge to Virginia Rep. Bob Good: A major Republican Jewish group became the latest notable organization to back a ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4613009-republican-jewish-coalition-backs-primary-challenge-to-virginia-rep-bob-good/
NBA players gave the slight edge to Jordan over LeBron James when asked to vote on who the GOAT is 👀🐐
The rising cost of living has seen support for the nation's Labor Government drop dramatically, a new survey has revealed ... Show more #9News
US House of Representatives approves billions in aid to Ukraine: After months of struggle, the American House of Representatives voted on further aid for Ukraine ...
faz.net/aktuell/ukraine/us-repraesentantenhaus-stimmt-milliardenschwerer-ukraine-hilfe-zu-19667878.html
A rotten week for MAGA Republicans’ feeble stunts: The House’s ludicrous impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas died a swift death in the ...
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/21/maga-antics-fail-mayorkas/
The prime minister has said the first deportation flights to Rwanda will leave "in 10 to 12 weeks", hours before MPs are due to vote on his emergency ... Show more
Democrats back Republican effort to double fines for protesters in California : The vote by state lawmakers suggests a split over response to Israel-Hamas war.
politico.com/news/2024/04/22/double-fines-protesters-california-00153778
Conservatives aim their fire at Texas Republican after ‘scumbags’ comment: The battle between Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-Texas) and the GOP’s right flank is heating ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4616659-conservatives-texas-republican-gonzales-scumbag/
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.
Alas, preserving democracy is not a bipartisan issue: Polls show both Democrats and Republicans are concerned about the state of democracy — but for very ...
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/21/republican-voter-suppression-democracy-2024/
Selenskyj grateful for vote: US aid for Ukraine: the West rejoices, Russia rages: According to Ukrainian President Selenskyj, the US House of Representatives' ...
n-tv.de/politik/US-Hilfen-fuer-Ukraine-Westen-jubelt-Russland-wuetet-article24889196.html
Volkswagen workers vote to unionize in major win for organised labour: The United Autoworkers Union took a risk in a Republican - and often anti-union - part of ...
bbc.com/news/business-68861396
Ecuador violence: Ecuadorians approve referendum measures to toughen fight against gangs
apnews.com/article/ecuador-referendum-gangs-noboa-85cf4190ba1bdd6028ff78180340499f
In Photos: One of the few reporters granted access to cover combat on the front lines, RFE/RL photojournalist Serhiy Nuzhnenko ventured deep into the Donbas to ... Show more www.rferl.org/a/ukraine-war-m777-howitzer-punishes-russian-advance/32915306.html
Estonia, Sweden and Czechia urge Europe not to relax after US vote on aid to Ukraine
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/21/7452225/
Ukraine, Israel aid bill on track as House pushes toward votes: The House has pushed a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U ...
apnews.com/article/house-ukraine-speaker-johnson-mtg-68a810a998381dfd9f4c3c4e452b9f51
Ukraine and its partners express relief as U.S. aid moves ahead: The decision on the bill, which also includes funds to help keep Ukraine’s government running ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/20/ukraine-reaction-house-foreign-aid/
Autoworkers union celebrates breakthrough win in Tennessee and takes aim at more plants in the South
apnews.com/article/uaw-union-election-vw-chattanooga-tennessee-alabama-74ac19f72cd334050df96ffdccf7425f
Quick Glance: UAW Secures Historic Victory as Volkswagen Workers in Tennessee Vote for Union Representation
- Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee, made history by voting to join the United Auto Workers, marking the first auto factory in the South since the 1940s to unionize.
- Nearly three-quarters of 3,613 workers voted yes in a three-day election with high turnout, granting the union a significant first win in its efforts to organize factories of a dozen automakers in the South.
- The organizing effort concludes a strong year for the U.S. labor movement, obtaining record wage increases across various industries through strikes and tough negotiations.
- The UAW, led by President Shawn Fain, achieved notable successes in negotiations with Detroit automakers last fall, securing substantial raises and benefits through a contentious strike.
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