House Speaker Mike Johnson risks job to deliver aid to Ukraine: Staring down a decision so consequential it could alter the course of history -- but also end his ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine, Israel Aid Bill Advances in House
- The House has advanced a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian support with rare bipartisan support.
- Speaker Mike Johnson implemented a strategy to secure support for wartime funding, especially for Ukraine in its battle against Russia.
- President Joe Biden and even Republican presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump have endorsed the speaker's efforts.
- To pass each bill, complex bipartisan coalitions need to be formed by Johnson due to his slim Republican majority in the House, relying on Democratic support.
Donald Trump’s $175mn bond should be invalidated, New York attorney-general says: Letitia James’s office says former president should have to post a new bond ...
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Quick Glance: New York Attorney-General Calls for Invalidation of Donald Trump's $175mn Bond
- Letitia James' office argues that Donald Trump's bond is not backed by sufficient collateral or supported by an appropriately licensed firm.
- The attorney-general's office suggests that the $175mn bond, underwritten by Knight Specialty Insurance Company, should be deemed ineffective, and Trump should be given another week to secure an alternative backer.
- The attorney-general's office contends that the bond is invalid as it is supported by a company that does not possess the required qualification certificate for a valid surety in New York and that insufficient information regarding the collateral was provided.
- Trump's lawyers claimed securing a bond for the full judgment amount was 'impossible', leading the court to reduce it to $175mn. Knight underwrote the bond, yet lacks the necessary certification for a valid surety in New York.
Live updates: Donald Trump's hush money trial: Jury selection for the remaining alternates continues Friday in former President Donald Trump's hush money ...
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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.
Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong’s 20 years in office: As a boy, he had a ringside seat to Singapore’s most turbulent period in history. He entered politics at 32 ...
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Nine Google Workers Arrested at Sit-In Protesting Firm’s Work with Israel: At least nine workers at Google were arrested Tuesday after staging sit-ins at ...
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Google just fired 28 employees who protested its contract with Israel: After employees held sit-ins at Google offices in New York City and California ...
washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/18/google-fired-nimbus-israel-palestine/
Quick Glance: Google terminates 28 employees after office occupation due to anti-Israel protests
- Google terminated 28 employees on Thursday who had occupied its offices to protest against contracts with the Israeli government, as confirmed by a Google spokesperson.
- The protesters were arrested and after refusing to leave the office of Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian in Sunnyvale or the workspace in New York City for nearly 10 hours, they were transferred to administrative positions to urge Google to terminate the Project Nimbus contract and cease business with the Israeli government.
- No Tech For Apartheid, a project by Jewish Voice for Peace and Linda Sarsour’s MPower Change, described the terminations as an "indiscriminate act of mass retaliation."
- The office occupations at Google were accompanied by demonstrations on-site and in Seattle, aiming to compel Google to withdraw from the project to establish cloud-based data centers and transition a significant portion of the Israeli government's IT infrastructure to cloud-based servers.
Fifteen members of the storied Kennedy political family endorsed US President Joe Biden at a Philadelphia campaign event, with some joining him onstage ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Secures Kennedy Family Endorsement Amid RFK Jr Controversy
- Fifteen members of the Kennedy political dynasty backed U.S. President Joe Biden at an event in Philadelphia, distancing themselves from Robert F. Kennedy Jr's independent candidacy.
- Biden, a Democrat, faces a rematch with Republican Donald Trump in November, with concerns arising over potential spoiler effects from Kennedy's candidacy as a prominent anti-vaccine activist.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, son of the late U.S. senator and presidential candidate, garners 15% voter support, contrasting with Biden's 39% and Trump's 38% in a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
- Kennedy family members are expected to assist local volunteers in supporting Biden's campaign, following their endorsement at an event in Philadelphia.
The Kennedys are endorsing Biden, not their family member RFK Jr.: The Kennedys have been critical of Robert F. Kennedy's third-party run, which has the ...
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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.
The constitutional court has ruled that a second extension of Director of Public Prosecutions Paula Llewellyn’s tenure in office is unconstitutional.www.jamaicaobserver.com/2024/04/19/court-rules-second-extension-dpps-term-unconstitutional/
RFK Jr.’s sister dismisses his candidacy: ‘Let’s talk about reality’: Kerry Kennedy is brushing off her brother, Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s, independent ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4604099-rfk-jr-s-sister-dismisses-his-candidacy-lets-talk-about-reality/
Google fires 28 workers after office sit-ins to protest cloud contract with Israel
channelnewsasia.com/world/google-fires-28-workers-after-office-sit-ins-protest-cloud-contract-israel-4275536
New York AG Asks Judge to Reject Trump’s $175 Million Bond: Trump’s team failed to prove that the management of the bond met the “requirements of trustworthiness ...
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General Francis Ogolla: The first Kenyan military chief to die in office: General Ogolla was due to retire in 2025.
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Alvin Bragg, Manhattan's district attorney, draws friends close and critics closer
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Storm unveil their new ‘home’ at expansive new facility in Interbay: Storm co-owner Lisa Brummel led a 40-minute tour of an expansive new facility she referred ...
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A video released by the Government of Dubai Media Office shows police rescuing a cat from floodwaters after heavy rains hit the region ... Show more
Ark. governor’s office might’ve broken law in buying $19K lectern, audit finds: Arkansas lawmakers on both sides of the aisle on Tuesday questioned the staff of ...
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A group of Google employees staged sit-ins at the company’s offices to protest the tech giant’s work with Israel’s government ... Show more www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/16/google-sit-in-employee-protest-nimbus-israel/
Prosecutors seek to ask Trump about civil fraud, E. Jean Carroll cases and more if he testifies in hush money case
nbcnews.com/politics/donald-trump/prosecutors-seek-ask-trump-civil-fraud-e-jean-carroll-cases-testifies-rcna148270
Biden: ‘It never occurred’ to Trump to take competitive stance on China: President Biden argued that it never occurred to former President Trump to take a ...
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Ravina Shamdasani, spokesperson for the UN human rights office, called on Israel to cease its forces' involvement in settler attacks against Palestinians in ... Show more
Deal reportedly reached to save Newshub 6pm bulletin: Stuff is reporting it has reached a deal with Newshub to provide television bulletins for Three ...
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United Nations human rights office spokeswoman Ravina Shamdasani has called on Israeli security forces to immediately end their active participation in and ... Show more
Coordinated Demonstrations Across the U.S. and the World Disrupt Travel, Weapons Industry
democracynow.org/2024/4/16/headlines/coordinated_demonstrations_across_the_us_and_the_world_disrupt_travel_weapons_industry
Garland defends Biden's mental fitness after special counsel Hur criticized his memory
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"I'm a taxi driver, I'm struggling as it is. I'm 69 and still working so I can pay my mortgage." www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/i-won-national-lottery-six-32571231
Parliament seeks Shs125b for per diem, salaries: Parliament has endorsed an increase of its budget by Shs125b to cater for salaries, travel ...
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Trump’s rhetoric on thwarting Iran vs. his record: Trump and his allies are increasingly claiming very bad things wouldn’t have happened on his watch ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/15/trumps-rhetoric-thwarting-iran-vs-his-record/
Biden cheat sheet for Iraq PM meeting caught on camera -- including instructions to 'pause'
nypost.com/2024/04/15/us-news/biden-cheat-sheet-for-iraq-pm-meeting-caught-on-camera-including-instructions-to-pause/
Here’s why Gen Z actually likes going to the office more than their older colleagues
fortune.com/2024/04/15/why-gen-z-likes-office-hybrid-work-more-than-millennials-boomers/
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Conor McGregor Brags That He’s the Highest-Paid First-Time Action Star. Dwayne Johnson May Beg to Differ.
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Quick Glance: Conor McGregor's Road House Remake Success Leads to Fast & Furious Franchise Speculation
- The success of the Road House remake indicates that Conor McGregor should be considered for a $7 billion action franchise. Despite initial doubts from viewers and critics, the remake of Road House is receiving positive feedback, demonstrating that remakes of cult classics can sometimes be highly successful. In addition to being recognized for certain changes in the story from the original, the film is also praised for its well-executed action sequences.
- Throughout his UFC career, Conor McGregor has amassed a substantial fortune. While his character Knox in Road House is portrayed as somewhat one-dimensional, McGregor brings sufficient intensity and energy to the role, positioning him as a formidable antagonist against Gyllenhaal's nearly invincible Dalton.
- Having proven his ability to portray convincing movie villains, the question arises whether Conor McGregor would fit well into the Fast & Furious franchise. If McGregor were to be cast in Fast & Furious 11, audiences could potentially witness an exciting confrontation between former UFC and WWE stars, offering a thrilling prospect.
- Conor McGregor would not be the initial UFC fighter to feature in the Fast & Furious franchise. Preceding him, UFC Hall of Famer Ronda Rousey appeared in Furious 7 as a bodyguard. With numerous former MMA fighters appearing in the Fast & Furious movies, McGregor's potential involvement post Road House could continue the trend and provide Fast & Furious 11 with a much-needed unique yet captivating villain.
Trump blames Biden for Iran strike on Israel: ‘It would not have happened if we were in office’
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4593091-trump-blames-biden-iran-strike-israel/
‘Delusional’: Bolton blasts Trump for saying Iranian attacks wouldn’t have happened on his watch
politico.com/news/2024/04/14/bolton-trump-israel-iran-attacks-00152132
Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
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Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
Will Biden be on the Ohio ballot? Election official still concerned about deadline issue
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Trump’s immunity claims tell voters all they need to know about him: Don’t shrug off Trump’s views of presidential power. They would do irreparable damage.
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/14/trump-presidential-immunity-supreme-court/
Singapore prime minister says he will step down on May 15 and hand post to his deputy
apnews.com/article/singapore-prime-minister-lee-hsien-loong-steps-down-7d5d31eab9b8e3b7d8ba3e874e161987
Explained: What is Iran’s drone and missile capacity as attack launched on Israel
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1 dead, 13 injured after stolen semi-truck is rammed into Texas DPS office: One person was killed and 13 others were injured Friday when a stolen semi careened ...
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Quick Glance: Semitrailer Crashes into Public Safety Building Intentionally
- A Texas semitrailer driver crashed a stolen 18-wheeler through a public safety building after his commercial driver's license renewal was rejected, resulting in one death and 13 injuries.
- The driver, identified as Clenard Parker, was detained after attempting to ram the building again and is facing multiple felonies without specified charges.
- Law enforcement's swift response was praised for averting potential further casualties in the violent act.
- The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation into the incident, which required a heavy police presence to manage the impact of the attack.
On eve of Trump's New York hush money trial, Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg touts drop in violent crime
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Philadelphia gun violence victims find support through residents and nonprofits : As gun violence spiked in Philadelphia after the pandemic, some residents and ...
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Tax Day 2024: Where's my refund and why not everyone in Michigan must file by April 15
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Moskowitz: Greene ‘doesn’t have the votes to rename a post office,’ let alone to oust Johnson
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Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
Quick Glance: Liz Truss: From Premiership to Resignation in 49 Days
- Liz Truss became Prime Minister and resigned after just 49 days, despite her husband's prediction that 'it would all end in tears'.
- Truss assumed office on September 6, 2022, succeeding Boris Johnson, but faced early challenges and personal struggles.
- Despite implementing economic measures and facing political turbulence, Truss resigned after a mini-budget led to a pensions crisis.
- She reflects on her failed tenure, attributing blame to structural issues and drawing parallels to the controversial football manager Brian Clough.
DOESN'T ADD UP: The overwhelming evidence debunking the president's claims that he inherited the country's economic issues.www.foxbusiness.com/politics/biden-claims-inflation-skyrocketing-took-office-despite-data-showing-opposite
Trans mayor whines about being 'bullied' out of office despite rampant crime, homelessness
nypost.com/2024/04/12/us-news/hairy-chested-transgender-mayor-says-shes-being-bullied-out-of-office/
Americans say Biden, Trump presidencies hurt US for different reasons: Poll: Americans believe both President Biden and former President Trump’s times in office ...
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Alan Bates and Windrush Elders among ‘truly inspirational’ winners at St David Awards
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1 killed, 13 hurt after driver rams truck into Tex. state agency, officials say: Authorities say the driver intentionally crashed into the Department of Public ...
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As he prepares to prosecute Trump, NYC DA Bragg says hush money criminal trial not about politics
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Quick Glance: Trump Faces Trial Amid Presidential Campaign Allegations
- Jury selection begins April 15 with a potential eight-week trial ahead.
- Trump faces 34 counts of falsifying business records, denying allegations of suppressing scandals.
- Key witnesses like Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels might testify against Trump.
- Despite Trump's denial of wrongdoing, witness testimonies pose a significant challenge.
CODEPINK activists, led by Medea Benjamin, visited the office of US representative John James in Washington, D.C., to demand an apology after he claimed that ... Show more
🔴 Gaza’s media office says that Israeli attacks on mosques, schools and markets 'packed with civilians' have killed at least 20 Palestinians across the enclave ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/11/israels-war-on-gaza-live-hamas-says-netanyahu-hindering-ceasefire-chances
Post Office has run out of road thanks to an honest, stubborn man: Even the judge at the Horizon inquiry seemed impressed as the Alan Bates entered the room to ...
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🔴 “We don’t have evidence of that.” The US does not have evidence that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has told a ... Show more www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/4/9/israels-war-on-gaza-live-rafah-threat-raises-questions-about-truce-talks
Operatives must pay up to $1.25 million for robocall scheme to suppress Black votes
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Quick Glance: Operatives to Pay Up to $1.25M for Robocall Scheme Suppressing Black Votes
- Two right-wing political operatives must pay up to $1.25 million in fines after being found liable for a robocall campaign targeting Black New Yorkers in the 2020 election.
- The messages included false warnings that mail-in voting would lead to personal information being shared with police departments and credit card companies.
- Under a settlement, Wohl and Burkman must pay a $1 million judgment to the NY attorney general’s office, the NCBCP, and the harmed plaintiffs.
- Wohl and Burkman have faced charges in other states for similar robocall schemes targeting Black voters in 2020.
Before Trump, here’s how some other countries prosecuted their ex-leaders: With the U.S. on the brink of prosecuting an ex-president for the first time via ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/11/presidents-foreign-leaders-charged-history/
Philippines eyes $100 billion in deals from summit with U.S., Japan: The Philippines is eyeing around $100 billion in investment deals in the next five to 10 ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-eyes-100-bln-investment-deals-summit-with-us-japan-2024-04-11/
Biden is building a behemoth of a campaign. Trump at this point seems to be playing catch-up.
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/biden-building-behemoth-campaign-trump-point-seems-playing-catch-rcna145903
Biden may miss window to appear on Alabama’s presidential ballot, secretary of state says
cnn.com/2024/04/09/politics/alabama-biden-election-ballot/
Special counsel urges Supreme Court to reject Trump’s immunity claim: A president’s “constitutional duty to take care that the laws be faithfully executed does ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/08/jack-smith-supreme-court-trump-immunity/
Quick Glance: Jack Smith Urges Supreme Court to Reject Trump's Immunity Claim
- Special counsel Jack Smith pushed the Supreme Court in a court filing ahead of the April 25 arguments to reject former President Donald Trump's stance that he should be given absolute immunity in the federal election interference case.
- Outlined in the 66-page filing were a series of arguments by Smith and his team against Trump's assertion that a president is shielded from criminal prosecution.
- Prosecutors contended that there are no presidential authorities that would grant Trump immunity in this instance, and historical evidence discredits Trump's assertions.
- Attorney General Merrick Garland appointed Smith in 2022 to probe Trump's alleged involvement in disputing the 2020 presidential election results. The Supreme Court is scheduled to conduct oral arguments on Trump's immunity argument on April 25.
Man accused of lighting fire outside Bernie Sanders' office had past brushes with the law
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Simon Harris has been voted as the new Taoiseach by the Dáíl.
He will now travel to Áras an Úachtaráín to receive the official seal of office from President ... Show more
Quick Glance: Simon Harris Becomes Ireland's Youngest Prime Minister
- Simon Harris has been officially sworn in as Ireland's youngest prime minister, succeeding Leo Varadkar who abruptly stepped down last month. Harris, 37, took the helm of the ruling Fine Gael party but faces challenges as the party trails behind Sinn Fein in polls.
- A rapid riser in Ireland's political hierarchy, Harris has made a name for himself as Health Minister and most recently as Minister for Higher Education and Science. His political identity as a young politician has been marked by both supporters and critics, particularly standing out with younger voters and on social media platforms like TikTok.
- Varadkar's government grappled with challenges such as housing crisis and increasing immigration numbers. Harris inherits a tough political landscape, especially with upcoming elections until March 2025. The political landscape in Ireland has shifted, with Sinn Fein emerging as a rising political force, leading to a shift in the traditional party landscape.
- While Harris sees the idea of a potential reunification of Ireland as a legitimate aspiration, his focus remains on current challenges like housing crisis, rising cost of living, and immigration. Despite political changes and discussions about potential reunification, Ireland's future remains uncertain and complex.
Fani Willis pushes back on latest Trump effort to remove her from prosecuting Georgia election subversion case
cnn.com/2024/04/08/politics/fani-willis-trump-effort-georgia-election-subversion/
“We cannot allow tyranny and oppression to take root in our society. We must resist the forces that seek to undermine our freedom and trample upon our rights ... Show more www.premiumtimesng.com/regional/south-south-regional/684483-shaibu-speaks-on-his-removal-as-edo-deputy-governor.html
Special counsel files brief urging Supreme Court to reject Trump's immunity claim in new filing
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Quick Glance: Special Counsel Urges Supreme Court to Reject Trump's Immunity Claim
- The office of special counsel Jack Smith has filed a brief urging the Supreme Court to reject former President Donald Trump's appeal claiming immunity from prosecution in his 2020 election subversion case.
- Smith argues that Trump's immunity theory lacks historical precedent, contradicting the founders' vision of the country.
- The special counsel accuses Trump of suggesting presidents should be immune from prosecution for all criminal acts while in office, freeing them from crimes like bribery and murder.
- The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on April 25, allowing Trump's team to respond to Smith's arguments in their upcoming brief.
Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh has gotten accustomed to shifting political allegiances in the 16 years since she was first elected to office but ... Show more www.malaysiakini.com/news/702006
As 37-year-old Simon Harris prepares for the Taoiseach’s office, his parents Mary and Bart tell of their pride and fears as he takes the top job in Irish ... Show more
Mayorkas' impeachment proceedings pushed to next week: Speaker Johnson: The process will start next week, Speaker Johnson said.
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Arson suspected after Sen. Bernie Sanders's office in Vermont caught fire: Authorities are seeking a suspect who allegedly started a fire outside the Vermont ...
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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.
Warren predicts ICJ will find Israel committed genocide in Gaza: Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) recently suggested international offices could find Israel’s ...
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Quick Glance: Elizabeth Warren under Fire for Israel Genocide Comments
- Senator Elizabeth Warren is facing criticism for her recent remarks regarding whether Israel is committing genocide in Gaza, with the ADL condemning her for amplifying 'dangerous rhetoric.'
- During a Q&A session at a Boston-area mosque last week, the senator was asked about a potential UN court ruling on Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Earlier this year, the International Court found it plausible that Israel has violated the Genocide Convention. The ICJ's legal proceedings are ongoing.
- Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated during a Senate hearing that there is no evidence of genocide being committed by Israel in Gaza, refuting accusations of supporting genocide.
Man accused of setting a fire outside Bernie Sanders' office stayed at an area hotel
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Newly appointed State Minister for Relief, Disaster Preparedness and Refugees, Lillian Aber, takes over office from Esther Davina Anyakun ... Show more #MonitorUpdates
Witnesses in Trump's hush money trial likely to include former members of his inner circle, sources say
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Former Tampines Regional Library turned into Mindef ‘work-near-home’ facility: It's among four such sites launched by Mindef to provide staff with secure shared ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/former-tampines-regional-library-turned-into-mindef-work-near-home-facility
Biden could miss deadline for November ballot in Ohio: President Joe Biden could miss the deadline to be included on the ballot in Ohio this fall ...
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Quick Glance: New Challenge Emerges for Biden in Ohio
- There is a possibility that President Joe Biden may encounter issues accessing general election ballots in Ohio due to a potential conflict in state law.
- According to a letter in Newsweek's possession, Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose's legal advisor is seeking clarification on an evident conflict in Ohio law between the nominating process of the Democratic National Committee (DNC) and the deadline for the state to certify the party's presidential candidate.
- A deadline for a resolution has been set, with a request for 'immediate attention to the matter'. It was noted that either the Democratic National Committee must reschedule its nominating convention or the Ohio General Assembly must establish an exception to this legal requirement by May 9, 2024.
- Despite Trump's current lead in Ohio, several polls suggest that Biden's chances of reelection in November have improved, with two reputable polling aggregates indicating he is tied with or ahead of Trump.
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