Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Transports 100+ Asylum Seekers to VP Kamala Harris's Residence

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Over 100 Migrants Were Sent to Kamala Harris’s House on Christmas: Three buses carrying more than 100 migrants arrived near Vice President Kamala Harris’s house ...

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Dec 27 22

Abbott on migrant bus 'stunt': 'The White House is full of a bunch of hypocrites'

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Axios (website)

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Dec 27 22

Volunteers spring into action after migrants left outside Vice President Harris' home

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Dec 27 22

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Buses 100+ Asylum Seekers to Residence of VP Kamala Harris

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Apr 22

Vice President Harris announces final rules mandating minimum standards for nursing home staffing

apnews.com/article/nursing-homes-minimum-staffing-rules-harris-wisconsin-6dbc7bee56d321ddf012fcadf30dfe15

Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes

The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.

The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.

Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.

The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.

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Apr 19

Trump loses bid to halt Jan. 6 civil cases: Donald Trump has lost a bid to pause a string of lawsuits accusing him of inciting the U.S. Capitol attack ...

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Joerg Wuttke, One of Europe’s Top Businessmen in China Moves to Washington: Joerg Wuttke, the outspoken former president of the European Union Chamber of ...

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Apr 21

After rocky start, Kamala Harris emerges as the Biden campaign’s lead prosecutor on top issues

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Quick Glance: Kamala Harris as Biden Campaign's Lead Prosecutor

Kamala Harris has emerged as the Biden campaign's lead prosecutor, energetically and passionately fighting against Trump and advocating for key issues.

Her intensified appearances and clear stance against Trump demonstrate a newfound liberation and energy she draws from direct confrontation.

Harris leverages her experience as a former prosecutor to address topics like gun control and reproductive rights, establishing an emotional connection with younger voters.

Despite past criticism and doubts, Harris exhibits a clear focus and expresses her positions with authority and determination, while her team works on strengthening her presence and impact.

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Apr 22

Israeli PM Netanyahu says he will fight any sanctions on army battalions: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he would fight against ...

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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.

The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.

War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.

Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.

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Apr 22

Japan’s Kishida Struggles in Polls Ahead of Special Elections: A high-profile trip to meet Joe Biden in Washington failed to provide a substantial poll boost for ...

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Apr 20

Four ‘Three Percenter’ militia members sentenced to prison over Jan. 6 charges: Four “Three Percenter” militia members were sentenced to prison Friday over ...

thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4608101-three-percenter-militia-members-sentenced-prison-jan-6-charges/

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Apr 18

You Shouldn’t Be So Happy About Your Tax Refund. Here’s Why: I just wrote out a big check and got nothing in return.

bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-18/you-shouldn-t-be-so-happy-about-your-tax-refund-here-s-why

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Apr 18

Biden seeks to make Trump the face of anti-abortion movement: The Biden campaign is seeking to make former President Trump the face of the anti-abortion movement ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4600427-joe-biden-donald-trump-abortion-roe-v-wade-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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Apr 15

How Iran’s Attack on Israel May Boost Odds for Ukraine Aid in House: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s ...

bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-15/how-iran-s-attack-on-israel-may-boost-odds-for-ukraine-aid-in-house

Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire

The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.

Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.

Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.

It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.

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Election 2024 latest news: Biden to address building trades unions following fresh endorsement

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Apr 10

Japan is giving Washington 250 new cherry trees to replace those to be lost in construction work

apnews.com/article/japan-cherry-trees-blossoms-biden-483e8a004eb197acb5363d619f3e6529

Quick Glance: Japan to Gift Washington 250 New Cherry Trees

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced that Japan will gift the United States 250 new cherry trees to replace the ones being removed.

In 1912, the first lady Helen Herron Taft and Viscountess Chinda planted the original cherry trees, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.

The cherry tree gift signifies the strong alliance between the U.S. and Japan as they discuss Pacific security matters.

The Tidal Basin, a reservoir in Washington with a high concentration of cherry blossom trees, is undergoing renovations, prompting Japan to offer new saplings.

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Netanyahu outraged: Washington wants to impose sanctions on IDF battalion: For the first time, the US is considering sanctions against an Israeli army unit over ...

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Apr 12

Arizona abortion ban: Kamala Harris blames Trump: Donald Trump has distanced himself from a revived 1864 law that would ban most abortions.

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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.

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Apr 23

Harris details her ‘hair story’: Braids were ‘definitely the look for most of my childhood’

thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/4611872-kamala-harris-hair-story-braids/

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Apr 18

Japan Cites G-7 Commitment on Response to Volatile FX Moves: Japan’s top currency official Masato Kanda flagged a reaffirmation of existing currency commitments ...

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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St. Louis Zoo closed after 'intel' on Washington University carnival fights coming there

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Apr 22

VP Harris to unveil nursing home rules in battleground state of Wisconsin: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to the political battleground state of ...

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Texas trans teachers: GOP floats ban after Gov. Greg Abbott remarks: Gov. Greg Abbott suggested over the weekend that Texas public school teachers should not be ...

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Apr 15

Bidens Paid Nearly $150,000 in Federal Income Taxes in 2023

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Apr 22

Nigeria seeking up to $2.25 bln in World Bank loans: Nigeria is seeking up to $2.25 billion in World Bank loans and expects the bank's board to approve the ...

reuters.com/world/africa/nigeria-seeking-up-225-bln-world-bank-loans-2024-04-22/

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Apr 13

US, Japan, Philippines trilateral deal to change dynamic in South China Sea, Marcos says

reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/us-japan-philippines-trilateral-deal-change-dynamic-south-china-sea-marcos-says-2024-04-13/

Quick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan

President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.

The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.

The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".

The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.

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Apr 18

Kremlin says US aid will not help Ukraine on battlefield: Russia said Thursday that fresh US aid for Ukraine will not change anything on the battlefield ...

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Apr 19

Blinken says U.S. not involved in "any offensive operations" when asked about Iran

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Giving baby squirrels and other injured wildlife a second chance : Spring is a busy time for the people charged with rehabilitating animals that are injured or ...

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Apr 22

Texas has spent $11 billion on border security. Is it working?: Abbott has credited his Operation Lone Star for a recent drop in migrant encounters on the ...

texastribune.org/2024/04/22/texas-border-migrant-apprehensions-abbott-operation-lone-star/

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Apr 16

Bidens report nearly $620K in income, Harris and her husband report over $450K: President Biden and first lady Jill Biden made a combined income of $619 ...

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Apr 23

Should Kamala Harris step aside as Joe Biden's running mate?: One reader calls on Vice President Harris to step aside for the sake of the country ...

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Apr 15

🔊 The US tells Israel it will not participate in any counteroffensive against Iran. Listen to @jeffmason1 explain the US calculation on the Reuters World News ...

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Opinion | Jan. 6 Rioters Should Not Catch a Break From the Supreme Court: Will the court go out of its way to disregard statutory language and create ambiguity ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/23/opinion/supreme-court-january-6-trump.html

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Apr 20

Post-Trump stress syndrome: “Civil War” shows America in civil war: Order has collapsed, cities are burning. The rebel army advances on Washington to overthrow ...

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Apr 12

Jill Biden calls Trump ‘dangerous to the LGBTQ community’: First lady Jill Biden on Friday decried former President Trump as a “bully” and a threat to gains for ...

thehill.com/homenews/administration/4590405-jill-biden-calls-trump-dangerous-to-lgbtq-community/

Quick Glance: Jill Biden warns of Trump's danger to LGBTQ2S+ community

Jill Biden warned LGBTQ2S+ voters against the re-election of Donald Trump, whom she labeled as a 'bully' and deemed dangerous to their community.

She urged to fight against external forces working to undo the hard-won rights of the LGBTQ2S+ community.

Voters in this demographic group overwhelmingly supported Biden in 2020, and their support is crucial for Biden's re-election.

Jill Biden highlighted President Biden's achievements in LGBTQ2S+ rights and called for continued fight for freedom and equality.

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Apr 17

Here's when Justin Verlander will make his season debut

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Apr 18

Greg Abbott Under Fire Over Texas School Budget Cuts: Abbott and the Texas GOP are being blamed for the financial struggles of public schools in the state.

newsweek.com/greg-abbott-under-fire-texas-school-budget-cuts-1891709

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Apr 17

🔊 US Fed chair Jerome Powell signals interest rate cuts are further off than planned. Listen to @Dan___Burns on the Reuters World News podcast explain why his ...

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Apr 10

US sets first standard to curb 'forever chemicals' from drinking water: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Wednesday announced its first-ever drinking ...

reuters.com/world/us/us-sets-first-standard-curb-forever-chemicals-drinking-water-2024-04-10/

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Apr 21

China's US envoy urges cooperation, cites 'severe' challenges: China's ambassador to the United States urged the two superpowers to cooperate on improving ...

reuters.com/world/chinas-us-envoy-urges-cooperation-cites-severe-challenges-2024-04-21/

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Apr 23

Trump could avoid trial this year on 2020 election charges: Former President Donald Trump faces serious charges in two separate cases over whether he attempted ...

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Apr 20

IMF concerned about debt, fiscal challenges facing low-income countries: Shareholders of the International Monetary Fund agreed this week on the importance of ...

reuters.com/business/debt-fiscal-challenges-facing-low-income-countries-worry-imf-2024-04-19/

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Apr 19

Lululemon to shutter Washington distribution center, lay off 128 employees

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Biden Falters in Poll With Voters Souring on Economic Outlook: This is a special Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the ...

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DEADLINE Apr 13

Seth MacFarlane Hosts Kamala Harris And Doug Emhoff For $1.5 Million Biden Campaign Fundraiser

deadline.com/2024/04/seth-macfarlane-kamala-harris-fundraiser-biden-campaign-1235883659/

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Apr 15

Giuliani loses bid to dismiss $148 million defamation judgment : Rudy Giuliani lost his bid on Monday to dismiss the $148 million verdict handed to him last year ...

thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4595911-giuliani-loses-bid-to-dismiss-148-million-defamation-judgment/

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Yermak: 'I can tell you for sure – there will be more Patriots': Speaking on national television, Andriy Yermak said Kyiv was "talking with many ...

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Apr 10

Kamala Harris to visit Arizona after abortion ban ruling: Vice President Harris will visit Arizona on Friday “to continue her leadership in the fight for ...

thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4583312-kamala-harris-arizona-abortion-ban/

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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US EPA expected to drop hydrogen from power plant rule, sources say: The Biden administration is expected to drop green hydrogen from its landmark plan to slash ...

reuters.com/sustainability/climate-energy/us-epa-expected-drop-hydrogen-power-plant-rule-sources-say-2024-04-22/

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Apr 16

How ‘Civil War’ Staged an Attack on Washington, D.C.: The uninterrupted 15-minute siege on the nation’s capital is a bracing, fitting end to a movie that simmers ...

theringer.com/movies/2024/4/16/24131236/civil-war-movie-ending-washington-dc-attack

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Apr 11

US vows ‘ironclad’ defence of Philippines military in South China Sea: Support from Washington reflects mounting alarm at Beijing’s assertiveness in Indo-Pacific

ft.com/content/f345a02b-4d12-422d-8140-2dffe9689699

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Apr 12

Harris blames Trump for Arizona’s strict abortion law: During a campaign event, the vice president called the law “one of the biggest aftershocks yet” of the US ...

bostonglobe.com/2024/04/12/nation/kamala-harris-abortion-arizona-donald-trump/

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Apr 16

Voters not sold on Kamala Harris despite her rising profile with abortion: Vice President Kamala Harris has failed to win over a majority of voters or convince ...

latimes.com/politics/story/2024-04-16/vice-president-kamala-harris-voters

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Apr 11

Biden awards $830 million to toughen nation's infrastructure against climate change

apnews.com/article/biden-climate-investment-resilience-transportation-election-c82199b763a69f582c564e6330192804

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Apr 10

US and Japan announce joint partnership to accelerate nuclear fusion: The United States and Japan announced a joint partnership to accelerate development and ...

reuters.com/business/energy/us-japan-announce-joint-partnership-accelerate-nuclear-fusion-sources-2024-04-10/

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Apr 16

🔊 Washington DC and Beijing watch the Solomon Islands election closely. Find out the latest on the Reuters World News podcast

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Apr 17

Philippines Inflation May Breach 2%-4% Target in 2Q, Francis Dakila Jr. Says: The Philippine central bank is committed to maintaining price stability as risks to ...

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Greg Abbott Celebrates Legal Win Over Texas Border: Abbott has praised the decision by a Texas grand jury to indict over 140 migrants on misdemeanor rioting ...

newsweek.com/greg-abbott-celebrates-legal-win-texas-border-crisis-1893561

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Apr 16

Iraqi leader calls for restraint in Middle East during Washington visit: Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani called for restraint in the Middle East on ...

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Apr 15

Philippines' Marcos has no plans to grant U.S. access to more bases: The Philippines has no plans to grant the United States access to more military bases ...

reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippine-president-trilateral-agreement-with-us-japan-not-directed-anyone-2024-04-15/

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Apr 11

US Urges Transparency Over China-Backed Canal in Cambodia: The latest China-funded infrastructure project in Washington’s crosshairs is a proposed canal in ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/us-urges-transparency-over-china-backed-canal-in-cambodia

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Apr 15

Pakistan Needs Up to Three Years to Implement IMF Reforms, Finance Chief Says: Pakistan needs two to three years to implement some of the structural changes the ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-15/pakistan-needs-up-to-three-years-for-reforms-finance-chief-says

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Apr 17

Senate kills Mayorkas impeachment trial, votes both articles 'unconstitutional': The votes came just hours after lawmakers were sworn in as jurors.

abcnews.go.com/Politics/senators-sworn-jurors-impeachment-trial-dhs-secretary-mayorkas/story

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Apr 11

US, Japan signal support for Texas high-speed rail plan: The governments of the United States and Japan signalled support for a plan to build the first ...

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Apr 22

Supply Chain Latest: Raimondo Defends US Industrial Policies: In the order of US presidential succession, the head of the nation’s Commerce Department barely ...

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Apr 09

US EPA sets final rule on cutting chemical plant pollution: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Tuesday finalized a rule that will reduce cancer-causing ...

reuters.com/business/environment/us-epa-sets-final-rule-cutting-chemical-plant-pollution-2024-04-09/

Quick Glance: New EPA Rule Mandates 218 US Chemical Plants to Reduce Toxic Emissions

A new rule from the Environmental Protection Agency will require over 200 chemical plants nationwide to reduce toxic emissions likely to cause cancer. This rule advances President Joe Biden's commitment to environmental justice by providing crucial health protections for communities burdened by industrial pollution from ethylene oxide, chloroprene, and other dangerous chemicals.

The rule will significantly decrease emissions of chloroprene and other pollutants, impacting the Denka Performance Elastomer facility in LaPlace, Louisiana, the largest source of chloroprene emissions in the country. Democratic Representative Troy Carter hailed the new rule as "a monumental step" to safeguard public health and the environment.

The EPA will cut over 6,200 tons of toxic air pollutants annually and implement fenceline monitoring to address health risks in surrounding communities, promoting environmental justice in Louisiana and other states. Environmental activists see the rule as a victory for environmental justice, representing a significant step towards clean air and safe communities.

Focusing on toxic emissions, the rule provides protection for communities that have suffered from underregulated emissions. The introduction of fenceline monitoring for six toxic air pollutants is crucial for ensuring accountability and transparency. This rule marks a significant stride towards a more just and equitable environmental protection framework.

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Apr 15

Sunrise Protesters Arrested at VP's House Demanding Biden Declare a Climate Emergency

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Apr 11

Kishida delights Washington with promise of 250 cherry trees as independence gift

reuters.com/world/kishida-delights-washington-with-promise-250-cherry-trees-independence-gift-2024-04-11/

Quick Glance: Kishida's Promise of 250 Cherry Trees as Gift to Washington

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced a plan to donate 250 cherry trees to the U.S. capital to celebrate the 250th anniversary of U.S. independence.

The announcement was met with cheers and applause from U.S. lawmakers, highlighting the close ties between the United States and Japan.

The relationship between the U.S. and Japan, which spiraled into a catastrophic war between 1941 and 1945, has evolved into a strong alliance, with Kishida being only the second Japanese prime minister to address the U.S. Congress.

The donation of cherry trees from Japan in 1912 has become a beloved annual event in Washington, symbolizing the friendship between the two countries.

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Apr 13

As foreign leaders urge US Ukraine support, Republicans look to Trump: An unprecedented series of foreign officials, including from Japan, Britain and Italy ...

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Quick Glance: Foreign Leaders Push for US Ukraine Aid, Republicans Turn to Trump

An unprecedented series of foreign officials, including from Japan, Britain, and Italy, have visited Washington in recent months, urging congressional Republicans to approve more military aid for Ukraine.

However, former President and current Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump might hold a different stance that these lawmakers could listen to.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called on lawmakers to overcome 'self-doubt' about the country's role on the world stage, warning that Ukraine's hopes would collapse without US support.

The visits of foreign leaders to Washington reflect deep anxieties, especially in Europe, about how long Ukraine can hold on without significant new help from Washington.

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Apr 18

Biden taps Morrison & Foerster appellate leader, ACLU alum for DC court

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Blinken says US will have ‘more to say’ soon on Israeli rights violations in Gaza

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LIVE: US Vice President Harris and Secretary of State Blinken host a luncheon for Japanese prime minister

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Apr 14

US to announce additional $100 million in aid to respond to Sudan conflict: USAID TO ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL $100 MILLION IN AID TO RESPOND TO CONFLICT IN SUDAN ...

reuters.com/world/us-announce-additional-100-million-aid-respond-sudan-conflict-2024-04-14/

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TheWrap Apr 09

Kamala Harris Says Trump Is No Longer Dog Whistling Dictator Aspirations: ‘It Is a Gigantic Bark’ | Video

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Apr 07

DC Metro's Design Changes Aim to Aid Wayfinding and Boost Ridership: New signage for Washington’s Metrorail aims to boost ridership by helping people get ...

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Apr 15

Tax Day: The IRS is quicker to answer the phone : Today is Tax Day and the IRS is promoting the customer service improvements the agency rolled out since ...

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Trump Shaped the Supreme Court. Now He Wants His Victory.: The former president expects loyalty while the justices stress independence.

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Apr 19

The US attempts a new military deal with Niger in a last ditch effort to stay: Two Western officials have told The Associated Press that the United States is ...

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🔊 An unprecedented parade of foreign officials has come to DC to urge Republicans in Congress to pass more aid for Ukraine ...

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Apr 08

Japan doubles down on the US alliance as China looms: Tokyo and Washington are both determined to prevent Beijing from dominating the Indo-Pacific

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Quick Glance: U.S., Japan to Announce Military Cooperation and Joint NASA Lunar Mission

The United States and Japan will commit to modernizing their military alliance this week to establish an operational hub for their defense partnership in the Pacific.

They will outline a vision for an integrated air defense network linking Japanese, Australian, and U.S. sensors to enhance regional threat detection.

An announcement is expected that a Japanese astronaut will participate in a NASA moon mission, marking a significant milestone in space exploration collaboration.

The deepened relationship between the two countries will also focus on expanding cooperation in space exploration, defense equipment production, and economic investments, particularly in the electric-vehicle battery manufacturing sector.

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