Chuck Grassley holds 8-point lead over Mike Franken in US Senate race, Iowa Poll finds

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Iowa lawmakers vote to let teachers, school employees get permit to carry guns at school

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Senate Republican leader backs legislation to force Chinese divestment of TikTok: U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell on Monday called for legislation ...

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Kim Reynolds got her revenge on public education, at the expense of vital teacher training

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US Senate committee to hold hearing on Boeing safety culture report: The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee said on Thursday it would hold a hearing next week with ...

reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/us-senate-committee-hold-hearing-boeing-safety-culture-report-2024-04-12/

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US to close 'gun show loophole' and require more background checks: A rule requiring gun dealers to obtain federal licenses and conduct background checks ...

reuters.com/world/us/us-close-gun-show-loophole-require-more-background-checks-2024-04-11/

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.

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Senate Democrats end Homeland Security secretary impeachment case. How Arizona's senators voted

azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2024/04/17/sinema-kelly-vote-to-end-impeachment-case-against-alejandro-mayorkas/73363468007/

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Biden flexes his cash advantage, GOP megadonors spend big in latest FEC filings : Federal Election Commission filings from the first quarter of 2024 show ...

washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/16/trump-biden-fundraising-april-fec/

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Apr 16

'Call Your Senator Now': Privacy Advocates Ramp Up Effort to Stop Spying Expansion

commondreams.org/news/call-your-senator-now-privacy-advocates-ramp-up-effort-to-stop-spying-expansion

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Apr 11

WWII Rosie the Riveters Are Honored in Washington: Rosie the Riveters, American women who filled a crucial labor shortage during World War II and reshaped the ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/10/us/politics/rosie-riveter-congressional-medal.html

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Arizona Senate keeps effort to repeal abortion ban in play: A bill that would repeal Arizona’s 160-year-old abortion ban was successfully introduced in the state ...

cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/arizona-senate-abortion-ban/

Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans foil another effort to repeal 1864 abortion ban

Arizona House Republicans once again thwarted an attempt on Wednesday to repeal the state's nearly complete abortion ban from 1864, leaving Democrats without a vote on their repeal bill for the second consecutive week.

Despite facing pressure from influential conservatives, such as former President Trump and Senate hopeful Kari Lake, urging GOP leaders to lift the ban, the Republicans blocked the repeal.

State House Democrats made a procedural maneuver to attempt to suspend House rules and bring the repeal bill to the floor for discussion. However, this action was rejected by the GOP majority, with only one Republican, Representative Matt Gress, crossing party lines to support bringing up the repeal bill.

A similar endeavor to repeal the ban was obstructed by Republicans last week. Following persistent criticism of the law by Democrats both within and outside the state throughout the week, prominent figures like Trump and Lake recognized the political risks and advocated for a change in direction within the Legislature.

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Josh Hawley's Missouri Senate challenger bags strong fundraising quarter: A push to get an abortion measure on the ballot could make the state more competitive.

axios.com/2024/04/11/missouri-senate-lucas-kunce-josh-hawley-fundraising

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Members of a US Senate committee said in a hearing that Boeing needs to do more to improve its safety culture after panel members released a February report ...

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Ossoff to USPS chief about mail woes: ‘You’ve got weeks ... to fix this.’: A frustrated Jon Ossoff did not hold back Tuesday in his questioning of the postmaster ...

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Wyden Says Spying Bill Would Force Americans to Become an 'Agent for Big Brother'

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Apr 11

Iowa governor signs bill that would make it a crime for some undocumented migrants to be in the state | CNN

cnn.com/2024/04/11/us/iowa-immigration-enforcement-bill-signed/

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Hugely expanded Section 702 surveillance powers set for US Senate vote: Opponents warn almost anyone could be asked to share info with Uncle Sam

theregister.com/2024/04/17/fisa_section_702/

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nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/politics/fisa-surveillance-warrantless-deadline-senate.html

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What Happens if a Powerful Surveillance Law Expires This Week?: Senators are under pressure to reject amendments to a House-passed bill so it can become law ...

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Apr 16

Tester reelection campaign raises $8 million in first quarter: Democratic Sen. Jon Tester (Mont.) raised more than $8 million in the first quarter of the year ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4595939-tester-reelection-bid-raises-8-million-in-first-quarter/

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Caitlin Clark followed by intrigue at star-driven WNBA Draft: Two decades have passed since a pro basketball draft attracted so much in the way of hoopla ...

reuters.com/sports/caitlin-clark-followed-by-intrigue-star-driven-wnba-draft-2024-04-14/

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Apr 14

A controversial Texas law has become a blueprint for other states. Immigrant communities are worried

cnn.com/2024/04/14/us/texas-immigration-law-iowa-other-us-states-cec/

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The House Pushes for a TikTok ban, and Southern Africa Faces a Food Crisis: Plus, a brazen gold heist.

nytimes.com/2024/04/18/podcasts/tiktok-mayorkas-drought.html

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Far-right US Senate candidate tells crowd to ‘strap on a Glock’ before elections: Kari Lake of Arizona warned supporters of ‘intense’ election year in which ...

theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/17/kari-lake-gun-glock-election

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Republican impeachment of Biden's border chief may see swift end in Senate: The Democratic-majority U.S. Senate is likely to bring a quick end this week to House ...

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Caitlin Clark Had Classy Gesture for Fans While Leaving Court After Iowa’s Loss to South Carolina

si.com/college/2024/04/07/iowa-caitlin-clark-classy-gesture-after-loss-to-south-carolina

Quick Glance: Record Audience at NCAA Women's Championship

South Carolina's victory over Caitlin Clark and Iowa in Sunday's women's NCAA championship game garnered a preliminary average viewership of 18.7 million on ABC and ESPN.

Nielsen's final numbers on Tuesday may reveal an increase in viewership.

It marks the most-watched basketball game since 2019, when the men's NCAA title game between Virginia and Texas Tech averaged 19.6 million viewers on CBS.

The women's final also recorded the highest viewership for a Sunday afternoon sporting event on ESPN and ABC since early 2021.

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The Salt Lake Tribune

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Sen. Mike Lee lambasts Schumer’s move to table Mayorkas impeachment: Utah Republican Sens. Mike Lee and Mitt Romney at odds over impeachment of Homeland Security ...

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Highlights from Elon Musk's deposition just released: In a deposition Elon Musk fought to keep confidential, he said he may have financially impaired X ...

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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and the Support of Far-Right in Brazil

A court in Brazil is planning an investigation against X owner Elon Musk for alleged obstruction of justice, following Musk's reactivation of accounts belonging to far-right individuals that were flagged by the Brazilian government for removal.

Under Musk's leadership, X has transformed into a sanctuary for the far right and dissemination of misinformation, resulting in an escalation of hate speech on the platform.

Experts caution that Musk is establishing a dangerous precedent by protecting and promoting the far right on his platform, regardless of local regulations or public opinion.

Despite Musk's claims of advocating for free speech, the implementation of these principles on the platform has been inconsistent under his direction, especially concerning government requests to deactivate accounts.

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The political implications of Arizona's abortion ban: Democrats are looking to the state Supreme Court's ruling to carry them to victory in November.

axios.com/2024/04/10/abortion-ban-arizona-political-implications-kari-lake

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US Senate votes to reject rule to cut greenhouse gas emissions on highways: The U.S. Senate on Wednesday passed a resolution that would overturn a federal ...

reuters.com/sustainability/boards-policy-regulation/us-senate-votes-reject-rule-cut-greenhouse-gas-emissions-highways-2024-04-10/

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Florida Democrats see ray of hope for Senate race after abortion rulings: Florida Democrats are seizing on the state’s Supreme Court’s decisions on abortion ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4570714-florida-senate-race-rick-scott-debbie-mucarsel-powell-abortion/

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Murphy backs Alsobrooks in Maryland Democratic Senate primary: Sen. Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) endorsed Angela Alsobrooks in Maryland’s Democratic Senate primary on ...

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US Senator Schumer says congressional party leaders reach 'consensus' on aid to Israel, Ukraine

kyivindependent.com/johnson-says-he-will-push-to-advance-military-aid-for-israel-ukraine-package-uncertain/

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Kim Mulkey responds to the buzz over LSU missing the national anthem before Iowa game

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/kim-mulkey-responds-to-buzz-over-lsu-missing-national-anthem/article_da799c43-e491-5e53-a721-73a1519107a2.html

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Iowa's new immigration law will do more harm than good. Just look at Postville.: Opinion: The "arrest and deport" approach Iowa endorses will traumatize families ...

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Associated Press

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What to know about the Arizona near-total abortion ban: The Arizona Supreme Court has delivered a landmark decision in giving the go-ahead to enforce a ...

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.

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Democrats could overturn AZ 1864 abortion ban with help from a few Republicans. Here's how

azcentral.com/story/news/politics/legislature/2024/04/16/democrats-could-overturn-arizona-1864-abortion-ban-law-this-week/73335613007/

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Apr 11

Should Iowa's 6-week abortion ban go into effect? Supreme Court hears arguments on question

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‘Donald Trump is a symptom, not the cause’: Tim Kaine’s journey to healing: Hillary Clinton’s running mate experienced defeat by Trump. His new book documents ...

theguardian.com/books/2024/apr/14/donald-trump-symptom-cause-tim-kaine-walk-ride-paddle-book

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New Jersey’s electoral process just got upended: Andy Kim is fighting against some high-level political arcana

economist.com/united-states/2024/04/11/new-jerseys-electoral-process-just-got-upended

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Schumer expected to move quickly to dismiss Mayorkas impeachment: Senate aides say they expect Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) to immediately ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4573379-senate-schumer-mayorkas-impeachment/

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‘I know it sounds crazy’: The new strategy against Republicans in deep red states

politico.com/news/2024/04/13/dan-osborn-independent-senate-nebraska-00151967

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Hawley outraises the field in his Senate reelection bid in Missouri. And buys a car.

kansascity.com/news/politics-government/article287708420.html

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Apr 14

LSU's Kim Mulkey details rocky year in emotional speech. 'Most of you don’t know who I am.'

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-kim-mulkey-details-rocky-year-in-emotional-speech/article_7106e5b7-85f2-56f1-a584-09e2005346bb.html

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Iowa House bill proposes $10K raise for state lawmakers, Gov. Kim Reynolds. Here's why:

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npr.org/sections/solar-eclipse/2024/04/08/1243386496/solar-eclipse-2024

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A rare solar eclipse darkened skies and dazzled viewers across the U.S. : Crowds and clouds didn't stop people from gathering across the path of totality ...

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Apr 08

DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas impeachment proceedings: What to expect: Senators and leadership aides say a trial on the Senate floor is not likely.

abcnews.go.com/Politics/dhs-secretary-alejandro-mayorkas-impeachment-proceedings-expect/story

Quick Glance: Republicans delay hearing of DHS Secretary Mayorkas to next week

The House plans to postpone the hearing of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to next week.

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Advertising heats up in Arizona Senate race, previewing a tough campaign: The ad war is heating up in the Arizona Senate race, with both sides launching digital ...

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Arizona abortion ruling is a win Kari Lake didn’t need in key Senate race: The Republican former TV anchor is trying to soften her election-denying image against ...

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The Salt Lake Tribune

sltrib.com/news/politics/2024/04/05/aiming-replace-romney-four-senate/

Apr 06

Aiming to replace Romney, four Senate hopefuls cozy up to Mike Lee during Utah town halls

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Meghan McCain blasts Kari Lake’s dangerous call to take up arms: Former 'The View' host Meghan McCain ripped GOP Senate candidate Kari Lake's ...

nydailynews.com/2024/04/17/meghan-mccain-blasts-kari-lakes-dangerous-call-to-take-up-arms/

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Larry Hogan: ‘I still don’t have any burning desire to be a senator’: Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan (R), candidate for the state’s U.S. Senate seat ...

thehill.com/homenews/senate/4579911-larry-hogan-i-still-dont-have-any-burning-desire-to-be-a-senator/

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Clear Creek Amana teacher ‘walks in kindness’: Thomas Braverman, who’s worked with special education students for 35 years, is finalist for Teacher of the Year

thegazette.com/k/clear-creek-amana-teacher-walks-in-kindness/

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Apr 13

Robert MacNeil, founding anchor of show that became 'PBS NewsHour,' dies at age 93

usatoday.com/story/entertainment/celebrities/2024/04/12/robert-macneil-dead-pbs-newshour-anchor/73306187007/

Quick Glance: Robert MacNeil, Co-Founder of 'PBS NewsHour,' Passes Away at 93

Robert MacNeil, a Canadian broadcast journalist who established what is now 'PBS NewsHour' and served as its urbane, impartial co-anchor for two decades, died at the age of 93.

Teaming up with Jim Lehrer in 1975, they formed one of television journalism's most successful and enduring partnerships, launching what later became 'PBS NewsHour.'

They opted to provide a sophisticated supplement to network nightly news, focusing on a single issue each night with interviews from experts.

Despite facing criticism for being dull and elitist, the program garnered a loyal audience and expanded to become the country's first national, hour-long nightly news broadcast in 1983.

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TikTok ban Bill could be fast-tracked ahead of US House votes on Ukraine, Israel aid

channelnewsasia.com/world/tiktok-ban-us-congress-senate-joe-biden-ukraine-israel-aid-package-4272981

Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite

The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.

EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.

The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.

The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.

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Iowa rules for 6-week abortion ban clear legislative hurdle as courts consider legality

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Warren reelection: GOP opponent Deaton loans campaign $1 million: Deaton has also raised $360,690 from more than 3,000 individual donors since announcing his ...

bostonglobe.com/2024/04/12/nation/john-deaton-loans-campaign-1-million-against-elizabeth-warren/

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Apr 06

Can Colin Allred Actually Flip Ted Cruz’s Senate Seat to Democrats?: Rep. Colin Allred is challenging Ted Cruz for a U.S. Senate seat. The Texas Republican is ...

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US senator urges Biden to review alleged Nippon Steel ties to China: The head of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee on Tuesday urged the White House to scrutinize ...

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Apr 02

Angel Reese shares the weight of her season in wake of LSU loss: ‘I’m still a human’

theathletic.com/5384954/2024/04/02/angel-reese-lsu-loss/

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Quick Glance: LSU-Iowa Rematch Breaks ESPN Viewership Record

LSU and Iowa attracted millions of viewers, leading to record ratings on ESPN.

The Elite Eight game showcased top college basketball players and ended with a victory for Iowa.

The Elite Eight resulted in high viewership and increased interest in women's basketball.

The upcoming Final Four tournament promises exciting games and high ticket prices.

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Apr 09

Arizona lawmaker leads prayer circle on state seal at Capitol building, sparking backlash

azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2024/04/09/anthony-kern-prayer-circle-arizona-capitol-floor/73264047007/

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Republican Changing Story About Getting Shot Raises Eyebrows: Tim Sheehy, a former Navy SEAL who's running for a U.S. Senate seat in Montana ...

newsweek.com/tim-sheehys-changing-story-about-getting-shot-1887752

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Apr 04

Here’s How Congress Can Use Leverage on Weapons Sales to Prod Biden on Israel: Congress has oversight over American weapons sales to allies. Some Democrats say ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/04/us/politics/congress-leverage-weapons-sales-israel.html

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Apr 15

Will Congress pass aid to Israel after Iran strikes? Top Republicans say lawmakers could vote this week

usatoday.com/story/news/world/2024/04/14/congress-israel-aid-iran-attacks/73319519007/

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Apr 10

Sen. Chuck Grassley Really Wants the Credit for Getting Ex-FBI Rat Alexander Smirnov Indicted

thedailybeast.com/sen-chuck-grassley-really-wants-the-credit-for-getting-ex-fbi-rat-alexander-smirnov-indicted

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Apr 05

Schumer outlines Senate's 2024 priorities before November election: He touched on chances to get some bipartisan measures completed in a new letter.

axios.com/2024/04/05/schumer-senate-2024-priorities

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San Francisco Chronicle

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RFK Jr. misses the point of who his father was and what he believed: Fifty years after RFK died, raw emotions of Californians came out one more time ...

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.

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Privacy Defenders Decry 'Spy Draft' in Section 702 Renewal Advanced by Senate: "It's not about who RISAA allows the government to spy on ...

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US senator Bernie Sanders’ office in Vermont catches fire, arson suspected: Police in Vermont are seeking a suspect who allegedly started a fire Friday outside ...

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.

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