SAG Strike Latest: Union Board Signs Off on Three-Year Deal: The Screen Actors Guild’s national board approved the new, strike-ending labor agreement reached ...
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Netflix shareholders reject sky-high executive pay packages: Netflix shareholders voted on Thursday to reject multi-million dollar pay packages for the company’s ...
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The WGA’s Latest Victory Over Netflix: CEO Pay Packages: The writers guild, which ruined the streamer’s upfront debut last month, has made Netflix its Enemy #1
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Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos makes his choice in Los Angeles mayoral race: An advertisement signed by Netflix Co-CEO Ted Sarandos expressed support for Los ...
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What to know about the U.N. vote on whether to admit Palestinians as full members
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Senate dismisses impeachment articles against DHS Secretary Mayorkas before trial begins
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Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Swedish Parliament votes to make it easier for people to legally change their gender
apnews.com/article/sweden-vote-legal-gender-law-minimum-age-9cfb3c6879ae03c3187f520eed308377
Quick Glance: Sweden's Gender Change Law: Lowering Minimum Age
- On Wednesday, the Swedish parliament approved a law that lowers the minimum age for legally changing gender from 18 to 16.
- Individuals under 18 will still require consent from a guardian, a doctor, and the National Board of Health and Welfare.
- Conversely, no longer will a gender dysphoria diagnosis be mandated by medical professionals, defined as psychological distress experienced by individuals whose gender expression does not align with their gender identity.
- The voting results showed 234 in favor, 94 against, with 21 lawmakers listed as absent.
US vetoes UNSC resolution on Palestinian statehood after 12 countries vote in favor
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60 billion dollars for Kiev: This is what the big Ukraine liberation strike from the USA looks like
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After stalling for months, Ukraine aid heads to vote in House of Representatives: Despite right-wing outcries, Speaker Mike Johnson is pressing to pass billions ...
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Why Tesla wants to give Elon Musk $55 billion pay package: Tesla says Elon Musk's pay package is a "matter of fundamental fairness and respect to our CEO."
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Quick Glance: Why Tesla Wants Approval for Elon Musk's $55 Billion Compensation Package
- Tesla is seeking shareholder approval for Elon Musk's compensation package, which was previously rejected by a judge.
- The company asserts that implementing the plan is crucial for Tesla's future growth.
- Elon Musk will be rewarded with stock options that become available when Tesla achieves specific financial objectives.
They didn’t want Trump. But they’ll live with the Republican nominee.: Some conservatives would simply rather have a Republican in office — even a ‘consummate ...
washingtonpost.com/style/power/2024/04/18/they-didnt-want-trump-theyll-live-with-republican-nominee/
Alabama: Voters to decide primary runoffs in new Congressional District: Alabama voters have cast their ballots to decide party nominees for the state’s 2nd ...
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India Votes: Modi Tries to Win Over South As Elections Set to Kick Off: Each day, Bloomberg journalists take you across a selection of towns and cities as they ...
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Barr, a vocal Trump critic, says he will ‘support the Republican ticket’ in November
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/17/barr-vocal-trump-critic-says-he-will-support-republican-ticket-november/
Alabama Mercedes workers to vote on union representation: Thousands of Alabama Mercedes-Benz workers will vote in May to determine if they want United Auto ...
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Quick Glance: Historic Vote at Volkswagen Plant in Tennessee
- This week, 4,300 hourly workers at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, are voting on whether to join the United Auto Workers union.
- The significance of this vote lies in the potential shift in union dynamics in the South, with the UAW launching a strong campaign to penetrate non-union auto factories in the region.
- The outcome of this vote could either significantly strengthen or hinder the union, with the UAW needing a majority of yes votes to win.
- Southern politicians warn of job losses if unionization occurs in the region, while Volkswagen emphasizes respecting employees' right to choose and its substantial investments in the plant.
The politics of younger voters are less exceptional than they used to be: Polls continue to show that President Biden retains an advantage with voters under 30 ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/18/biden-younger-voters-polling/
Speaker Johnson is moving forward with foreign aid bills despite threat to oust him
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Democrats clear path to bring proposed repeal of Arizona’s near-total abortion ban to a vote
apnews.com/article/arizona-abortion-1864-ban-repeal-lawmakers-fa237b1115703a0143a369c6c3683135
The impeachment vote against Joe Biden's top border official Alejandro Mayorkas is over. The Democratic-majority Senate swiftly ended the bid from House ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/us/us-senate-expected-swiftly-end-mayorkas-impeachment-2024-04-17/
The U.S. renews oil sanctions on Venezuela citing a failure to allow fair elections
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Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
- The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.
- The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'
- While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.
- Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
Voting machine company Smartmatic and OANN settle defamation suit : Voting machine company Smartmatic has settled its defamation suit against One America News ...
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/voting-machine-company-smartmatic-oann-settle-defamation-suit-rcna148148
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.
Days After Layoffs, Tesla Pushes Stockholders to Approve Elon Musk's $56 Billion Pay Package
entrepreneur.com/business-news/tesla-to-shareholders-approve-ceo-musks-record-high-pay/472850
Quick Glance: Tesla: Layoffs and Elon Musk's Reality Check
- Tesla is planning a major layoff to prepare for the future.
- Elon Musk's grasp on reality is questioned as Tesla performs mediocre in the automotive industry.
- Tesla experiences a decline in revenue margin compared to other automakers.
- The success of Tesla's future depends on the implementation of autonomous driving technology.
India election: A visual guide to voting in the world’s largest democracy: How the world’s most populous country will vote in their election beginning April 19 ...
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- Netanyahu vows Israel will make its own defense decisions
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UK lawmakers to vote on landmark bill with goal to create Britain's "first smoke-free generation"
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Quick Glance: UK Lawmakers Support Groundbreaking 'Smoke-Free Generation' Bill
- The British government's plan for a landmark smoking ban to prevent young people from ever smoking passed its first hurdle in Parliament despite opposition from within Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservative Party.
- The bill, announced by Sunak, would make it illegal to sell tobacco products to anyone born after January 1, 2009, creating one of the toughest anti-smoking measures in the world to establish the 'first smoke-free generation' in modern Britain.
- The bill also includes measures to crack down on youth vaping, such as banning the sale of cheap disposable vapes and restricting their flavors to prevent children from becoming addicted to nicotine.
- The number of people who smoke in the U.K. has declined by two-thirds since the 1970s, but approximately 6.4 million people in the country still smoke, accounting for about 13% of the population. Smoking remains the number one preventable cause of death, disability, and poor health.
Croatia votes in a parliamentary election that's a showdown between its president and prime minister
apnews.com/article/croatia-election-european-union-plenkovic-milanovic-b3a93b2598f60ebfdf663815dda2c0ad
Quick Glance: Croatians Choose Between PM Plenkovic and President Milanovic
- Croatians vote between PM Andrej Plenkovic and President Zoran Milanovic in parliamentary election
- Plenkovic and HDZ expected easy win, but Milanovic challenged them
- HDZ ruling party since 1991, supports Ukraine against Russia
- Corruption accusations, allegations, and political discrepancies shape election campaign
Why Elections Take So Long in India: The election is a giant undertaking that requires millions of poll workers, voting machines and security forces to cover ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/world/asia/india-elections-long-explainer.html
Opinion | Biden Has to Win Back His 2020 Voters: He has lost support in key voting blocs that helped him secure the White House last time.
wsj.com/articles/biden-has-to-win-back-his-2020-voters-trump-2024-popular-vote-economy-e54f2fb9
What's Zack Snyder's Best Movie? - IGN: If you haven't seen something, don't vote! Instead, hit the red X and disqualify it from future ...
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Quick Glance: Zack Snyder Plans for at Least 6 'Rebel Moon' Movies
- Zack Snyder has ambitious plans for the future of his sci-fi universe, potentially expanding to six films.
- Snyder discusses potential sequels to the 'Rebel Moon' films, considering up to six installments depending on fan support and Netflix backing.
- The defense of Veldt against the threat of the Motherworld takes center stage in 'The Scargiver,' the second part of 'Rebel Moon'.
- Fans need to demonstrate the financial viability of the franchise for Snyder to realize his ambitious plans, including a potential sequel.
BREAKING: The Scottish Conservatives' attempt to repeal the Hate Crime Act has failed following a vote in the Scottish Parliament ... Show more
The smallest park in the world now has a cleverly small website to celebrate it, and that site could get some big recognition ... Show more millends.com/ www.oregonlive.com/trending/2024/04/learn-about-the-worlds-smallest-park-on-the-worlds-smallest-website.html
Lords keep Rwanda bill in parliamentary deadlock in blow to Rishi Sunak: The House of Lords snubbed ministerial calls to back down and maintained their stance on ...
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Live blog: UNRWA warns against its dismantling as sought by Israel: Israel's war on besieged Palestinians of Gaza — now in its 195th day — has killed at ...
trtworld.com/middle-east/live-blog-unrwa-warns-against-its-dismantling-as-sought-by-israel-17821605
Netflix Surprisingly Reveals Upfront Plans: Looks at Squid Game Season 2, Ad Offerings
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Quick Glance: Netflix to Cease Subscriber Reporting from 2025
- Netflix will no longer report subscriber numbers starting from the first quarter of 2025, a metric that has been crucial for streaming services.
- Despite exceeding expectations for Q1 earnings, Netflix shares dropped over 4.5% after-hours, possibly due to the decision to stop reporting quarterly subscriber totals.
- The company aims to shift investor focus towards time-spent-viewing metrics for future growth as subscriber numbers may plateau in the long run.
- Netflix will halt reporting quarterly membership numbers and average revenue per member from 2025, emphasizing revenue and operating margins as primary financial metrics. It will continue providing regional revenue breakdowns and financial forecasts.
Netflix Boss Ted Sarandos Pours Cold Water On New York Times’ Report That Dan Lin Wants To Make Movies “Better, Cheaper And Less Frequent”
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India runs the world's biggest elections. Here are four big numbers from The Global Story.
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Minimum price of alcohol to rise by 30% as MSPs vote to increase cost: The price per unit of alcohol will rise to 65p, up from 50p.
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Conservatives' loss of support among young people is 'ticking time bomb' for party
itv.com/news/2024-04-16/conservatives-loss-of-support-among-young-people-is-ticking-time-bomb
‘Squid Game,’ ‘Night Agent’ Set for Second Half of 2024 on Netflix: Netflix said that the second seasons of 'Squid Game' and 'The Night ...
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MPs vote for smoking ban despite Tories’ division over policy: Rishi Sunak suffers blow to his authority as 57 of his own MPs vote against his plan and over 100 ...
theguardian.com/politics/2024/apr/16/house-of-commons-votes-in-favour-of-smoking-ban-despite-opposition-from-dozens-of-tories
DeMarcus Cousins has called out voters who repeatedly vote for Rudy Gobert as MVP, stating that Gobert is ‘not that great defensively’
"You can't have a ... Show more
Romney open to voting with Democrats to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment: "If there's a provision that allows debate, it's something I'd be open ...
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House could vote on Ukraine aid this week, Speaker says: Kyiv has grown frustrated with hold-ups to new US support, as Russia makes steady gains in its invasion.
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MPs back smoking ban for those born after 2009: The measures, championed by PM Rishi Sunak, pass despite opposition by several leading Conservative figures.
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Arizona GOP strategy document implores party to show 'Republicans have a plan' on abortion
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/arizona-gop-strategy-document-implores-party-show-republicans-plan-abo-rcna147920
Quick Glance: Arizona GOP outlines alternative abortion strategy
- Republican state legislators in Arizona are considering alternative ballot measures in response to a court ruling upholding a strict abortion ban.
- The GOP's strategy document plans to provide voters with alternatives to the Arizona for Abortion Access ballot measure.
- Republicans aim to constitutionalize existing laws to discuss abortion policy.
- The document outlines various scenarios, including 'Phase 1' and 'Phase 2' options for lawmakers.
House sends foreign surveillance reform bill to Senate: The House on Monday settled its procedural business on a bill to reform the nation’s warrantless ...
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Iraq to vote on bill including death penalty for same-sex acts: Iraqi lawmakers are set to vote on a bill that includes the death penalty or life in prison for ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/iraq-vote-bill-including-death-penalty-same-sex-acts-2024-04-15/
Iran attack live updates: House speaker plans vote on Israel aid, IDF vows retaliation for strikes
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Standoff continues as MPs prepare to vote on Rwanda bill: The UK is reported to have held talks with other countries to replicate the scheme if it is successful.
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In new Congressional district, Black voters weigh what representation really means
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Rand Paul blasts Johnson for going against FISA amendment: He ‘hasn’t held his ground’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4593903-rand-paul-blasts-johnson-for-going-against-fisa-amendment-he-hasnt-held-his-ground/
Noncitizen voting isn't an issue in federal elections, regardless of conspiracy theories. Here's why
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Quick Glance: Trump's Favorite Theme: Dishonest 'Noncitizen Voting'
- House Speaker Mike Johnson's 'election security' event at Mar-a-Lago will focus on legislation targeting noncitizen voting.
- Despite existing bans and rare noncitizen votes, the debate aims to boost Trump's presidential candidacy.
- Laws from 1996 prohibit noncitizen voting in federal and state elections, yet some municipalities in some states allow it.
- Trump and allies falsely claim noncitizens vote in elections, while data shows minimal incidents. The debate serves as a political maneuver and distracts from actual election issues.
All eyes on Johnson foreign aid decision amid Israel attack, Greene ouster threat
thehill.com/homenews/house/4594132-all-eyes-on-johnson-foreign-aid-decision-amid-israel-attack-greene-ouster-threat/
Trump and Mike Johnson zero in on noncitizen voting. It’s already illegal and very rare.
nbcnews.com/politics/elections/trump-johnson-noncitizen-voting-illegal-rare-rcna147567
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.
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Long-delayed Ukraine, Israel aid bill could hit US House floor soon: Speaker Johnson has so far declined to allow the Republican-controlled House to vote on the ...
jpost.com/american-politics/article-797310
Fighting for voting rights, making 'good trouble' in John Lewis' name, now a partisan issue
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/15/john-lewis-voting-right-act-fight-still-on/73279763007/
'American Idol' recap: First platinum ticket singer sent home as six contestants say goodbye
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Daigneault delivered the youngest team in modern league history (an average of 24 years old) to the Western Conference’s No ... Show more
Congress grapples with foreign aid after Iran attack on Israel: The future of a foreign aid package is up in the air after a weekend missile attack on Israel.
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/15/congress-iran-israel-ukraine-gop-democrats/73331357007/
Kuki-Zos are right to be disillusioned, but boycotting elections only endorses the status quo
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Colorado House passes bill to ban sale, purchase of “assault weapons,” sending measure to Senate
denverpost.com/2024/04/14/colorado-assault-weapons-ban-democrats-legislature/
McCaul says Ukraine aid vote ‘is a Speaker determination’: House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said Sunday that Speaker Mike Johnson ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4593716-mccaul-says-ukraine-aid-vote-is-a-speaker-determination/
Is South Africa ready for a change in government?: The ANC is unpopular, but the opposition is fractured
economist.com/middle-east-and-africa/2024/04/11/is-south-africa-ready-for-a-change-in-government
ANC deserves another chance to govern, says Ntuli: South Africans continue to vote for the ANC not because of reading about progress and development in the news ...
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Top Foreign Affairs Democrat says he doesn’t think Johnson will be ousted for Ukraine vote
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Oakland votes to add 'San Francisco' to its airport name: Oakland Airport's proposed name change to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport already ...
businessinsider.com/oakland-votes-to-add-san-francisco-to-its-airport-name-2024-4
Quick Glance: Oakland Airport Considers Adding 'San Francisco' to Name
- Oakland International Airport is considering adding 'San Francisco' to its name to attract more passengers, but faces opposition from neighbors across the Bay.
- The Board of Commissioners for the Port of Oakland will discuss the matter at their upcoming meeting on Thursday.
- Officially known as Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, the airport lost 39 of 54 new routes added from July 2008 to March 2024, raising concerns about geographical confusion among travelers.
- The potential name-change has alarmed San Francisco officials, who fear it would cause confusion among travelers and infringe on the city's trademark rights.
'If you’re living in Scotland – and of a left-leaning persuasion – remind me again why you’re even thinking of voting Labour', Ruth Wishart asks ✍
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/
This Pennsylvania county picks presidents. Here's what it can tell us about 2024: Erie County, Pa., is one of just a handful of places that boomeranged from ...
npr.org/2024/04/13/1243882276/boomerang-county-erie-pennsylvania-trump-biden-swing-state
The most detailed look yet at the 'exodus' of local voting officials: A new report finds more election officials are leaving their jobs now than at any point in ...
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Teamsters’ Lindsay Dougherty On Need For CEOs To Get Involved Now: “The Teamsters Don’t Matter To Ted Sarandos,” She Says As Strike Talk Returns
deadline.com/2024/04/teamsters-dont-matter-to-ted-sarandos-deadline-strike-talk-podcast-returns-negotiator-lindsay-dougherty-more-labor-strife-ahead-1235882965/
US vetoes UN resolution backing full UN membership for Palestine: The United States has vetoed a widely backed U.N. resolution that would have paved the way for ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. secures ballot access in Michigan: Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has secured a place on the ballot in the ...
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Quick Glance: Kennedy Family Backs Biden Over RFK Jr.
- President Joe Biden will accept endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine former President Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- The decision to highlight the Kennedy family endorsement more than six months from Election Day is an indication of how seriously Biden's team is taking the threat of the long shot bid potentially using his last name’s lingering Democratic magic to siphon off support from the president.
- The Kennedy family's support was expected, given the known political differences with Robert Kennedy Jr., who originally challenged Biden in the Democratic Party and is now running as an Independent.
- Following the official endorsement, Biden and Kennedy family members intended to engage with supporters at a campaign event and were planning outreach efforts on behalf of Biden.
U.S. vetoes Palestinian bid for full UN membership: The U.S. used its veto power in the 15-member UN Security Council.
axios.com/2024/04/18/us-oppose-palestine-un-security-council-membership
Top Trump surrogates and VP contenders hit airwaves in defense of former president on trial
cnn.com/2024/04/16/politics/trump-surrogates-vp-defense/
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.
The U.S. renews oil sanctions on Venezuela citing a failure to allow fair elections
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Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
- The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.
- The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'
- While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.
- Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
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