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House allows married women to keep maiden surname: The bill will be sent to the Senate for action.
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House allows married women to keep maiden surname: The bill will be sent to the Senate for action.
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Ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro reports to prison in Miami: He is the first high-ranking Trump official to serve prison time over Jan. 6-related actions.
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Quick Glance: Peter Navarro Reports to Prison for Defiance of Congress
- Former White House adviser Peter Navarro reported to prison on Tuesday for a contempt of Congress conviction, making him the first senior Trump administration official to be imprisoned for a crime related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
- Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison for refusing to comply with a subpoena for documents and testimony from the House committee investigating the riot by supporters of then-President Donald Trump.
- Prior to his incarceration at the federal prison in Miami, Navarro defiantly addressed reporters, labeling his conviction as the “partisan weaponization of the judicial system.
- After casting his vote in Florida on Tuesday, Trump was questioned about Navarro.
Philippines minister dares China to put maritime sovereignty claim to arbitration
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-defence-minister-dares-china-put-maritime-sovereignty-claim-2024-03-25/
Rep. Mike Gallagher to leave Congress in April, giving GOP an even narrower majority
cnn.com/2024/03/22/politics/mike-gallagher-republican-retiring/
Quick Glance: Republican Mike Gallagher to Resign Early, Impacting House Majority
- Republican Rep. Mike Gallagher from Wisconsin, who previously announced he would not seek re-election, will resign from Congress early.
- Gallagher's early resignation deals another blow to Speaker Mike Johnson and House Republicans who have faced struggles in governing and demonstrating stability during this Congress.
- His decision to depart on April 19 also means there will not be a special election to fill his seat, following state law procedures for vacancies after the second Tuesday in April.
- Gallagher, an Iraq war veteran and chairman of the committee investigating the Chinese Communist Party, has chosen to resign early despite his frustrations with his own party.
Biden Says US Should Fund Rebuilding of Downed Baltimore Bridge: President Joe Biden said the US government ought to pay to rebuild a major bridge in Baltimore ...
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Quick Glance: Tragedy in Baltimore: Fatal Bridge Collapse and Intensive Investigations
- A cargo ship that lost control and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore had previously undergone engine maintenance in the port, according to the US Coast Guard. Divers retrieved the bodies of two of the six workers who fell into the water, while the search for the others was deemed unsuccessful.
- Investigators commenced gathering evidence from the cargo ship involved in striking the Francis Scott Key Bridge. The victims were from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, with authorities suspecting that the other vehicles with victims were trapped.
Speaker Johnson says he plans to invite Netanyahu to address the US Congress: House Speaker Mike Johnson says he plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin ...
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Philippines minister dares China to put maritime sovereignty claim to arbitration
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-defence-minister-dares-china-put-maritime-sovereignty-claim-2024-03-25/
Marjorie Taylor Greene Slams Rep. Mike Gallagher’s Early Exit From Congress: Wisconsin Rep. Mike Gallagher announced Friday he will resign from Congress next ...
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George Santos says he'll ditch GOP, run as independent, in bid to return to Congress after expulsion
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Quick Glance: George Santos Leaves the Republicans
- George Santos announced he would no longer seek the Republican line in a House race on Long Island and planned to run as an independent.
- His declaration could, in theory, have an effect on the House race in the First Congressional District on eastern Long Island, where he had intended to mount a primary challenge against Representative Nick LaLota.
- Neither Nick LaLota nor Jesse Garcia seemed particularly concerned by Mr. Santos's threat.
- George Santos was expelled from office in December by a rare two-thirds majority of his colleagues, after a House Ethics Committee report found that he had brazenly stolen from his campaign and used the money to buy Botox and luxury goods.
US House Speaker set to invite Netanyahu to address Congress: The planned invitation comes at a time of increased political tensions between the Israeli PM and ...
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Washington approves $228 million in US military aid to the three Baltic states, Estonia says
apnews.com/article/us-baltics-military-aid-estonia-latvia-lithuania-af6b938e56f2412cc5cee16182cb96c1
House members seem to really hate their jobs: More and more are cutting their congressional careers off early.
abcnews.go.com/538/house-members-hate-jobs/story
US Rep. Annie Kuster of New Hampshire won't seek reelection for a seventh term in November
apnews.com/article/annie-kuster-reelection-new-hampshire-ae251f5996c2c487f398ac1ff0e10627
Ukrainian foreign minister stresses need for more weapons: ‘Give us the damn Patriots’
thehill.com/policy/international/4556730-ukrainian-foreign-minister-stresses-need-more-weapons/
Biden signs $1.2 trillion funding package, averting US government shutdown: Senate passed the bill after hours of gridlock over funding for three-quarters of ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Signs $1.2 Trillion Funding Legislation
- The Senate approved the bill after facing hours of deadlock on funding for most of the government for the upcoming six months.
- President Joe Biden officially endorsed a $1.2 trillion spending package following the United States Congress's recent passage of the overdue legislation, thus eliminating the risk of a partial government shutdown.
- As per reports from the White House, Biden finalized the legislation at his residence in Wilmington, Delaware. The Senate, under Democratic leadership, voted 74-24 shortly after the funding lapsed for three-quarters of the government at midnight.
US House passes $1.2 trln bill to avoid shutdown, sends to Senate: The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed a $1 ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-congress-scrambles-pass-12-trillion-spending-bill-ahead-shutdown-deadline-2024-03-22/
Blinken in Manila as South China Sea tensions rise: Friction has grown between Manila and Beijing over competing claims in the South China Sea.
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Quick Glance: Taiwan Raises Alarm Over 'Enormous' Chinese Bases Near Its S. China Sea Holding
- Taiwan's foreign minister mentioned that China has established 'enormous' military bases on three islands surrounding Taiwan's main holding in the South China Sea, but Taipei is not seeking to further escalate tensions in the strategic waterway.
- Some lawmakers from both the ruling and main opposition parties have urged President Tsai Ing-wen to visit Itu Aba to assert Taiwan's sovereignty and witness a newly renovated harbor capable of accommodating larger ships.
- China has conducted extensive land reclamation on its South China Sea islands, constructing major air force and other military facilities, causing significant concern in Washington and the region.
- Taiwan also controls the Pratas Islands in the northern part of the South China Sea, and both China's air force and navy frequently operate nearby to assert Beijing's territorial claims over Taiwan, which the Taipei government rejects.
Why is Congress slashing funding for antitrust enforcement that protects consumers?
thehill.com/opinion/white-house/4554910-why-is-congress-slashing-funding-for-antitrust-enforcement-that-protects-consumers/
Philippines says Chinese envoy summoned over 'aggressive actions' off reef
channelnewsasia.com/asia/china-philippines-south-china-sea-water-cannon-attack-chinese-envoy-summoned-4219456
Justice Roberts rejects Navarro’s last-ditch bid to stay out of prison: Ex-Trump White House adviser Peter Navarro must report to prison Tuesday after Chief ...
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LIVE: Indian foreign minister holds press conference in Manila: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Congress: Another GOP Rep. Quits; Tammy Murphy Exits NJ Senate Race; MJT Wants to Oust Mike Johnson
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The al Qaeda plot to kill Bill Clinton that history nearly forgot: Air Force One with President Bill Clinton and First Lady Hillary Clinton aboard was on its ...
reuters.com/world/al-qaeda-plot-kill-bill-clinton-that-history-nearly-forgot-2024-03-23/
Philippines' undersea cable network to boost call center industry: MANILA -- The Philippines' new submarine cable network is expected to bolster internet ...
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What to know about Bernie Sanders' bill for the U.S. to adopt a 32-hour workweek
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Quick Glance: Bernie Sanders advocates for a 32-hour workweek in the US
- Bernie Sanders introduced a bill to reduce the standard workweek in the US from 40 to 32 hours without cutting wages.
- A shorter workweek could increase productivity and job satisfaction, as indicated by studies.
- Critics, however, caution that a 32-hour workweek might pose production challenges in certain industries.
- Despite facing opposition, Sanders aims to ensure that technological advancements benefit workers and not just corporate executives.
Biden’s man vows more help coming for Ukraine despite US gridlock: In a surprise visit to Kyiv, U.S. President Joe Biden’s National Security Adviser Jake ...
politico.eu/article/joe-biden-man-vows-more-help-coming-ukraine-despite-us-gridlock-jake-sullivan-kyiv/
Quick Glance: Top White House Aide's Covert Mission to Ukraine
- National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan made a secret trip to Ukraine to reaffirm U.S. support for the ally amidst Congressional funding delays.
- Sullivan highlighted the importance of U.S. and Western assistance in protecting Ukraine's independence and pushing towards EU membership.
- Despite Congress delaying funding, Sullivan pledged to expedite aid delivery, emphasizing Russia's failure in the war.
- The Pentagon unveiled a $300 million aid package, including crucial military supplies, to support Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict.
What to know about Bernie Sanders' bill for the U.S. to adopt a 32-hour workweek
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How the Pentagon dug down and found $300M for Ukraine: The Defense Department this month found $300 million for weapons for Ukraine, even though the bill to fund ...
apnews.com/article/pentagon-ukraine-russia-war-funding-716ce5f7f336f1def7e000ac9170f190
US Congress struggling to reach spending deal to avert weekend shutdown: A fractured U.S. Congress struggled behind the scenes on Wednesday to produce a massive ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-congress-struggling-reach-spending-deal-avert-weekend-shutdown-2024-03-20/
More justices, more peace: The push to expand the Supreme Court : Most Americans doubt that SCOTUS will be impartial in decisions affecting the 2024 election ...
thehill.com/opinion/judiciary/4549746-more-justices-more-peace-the-push-to-expand-the-supreme-court/
⭐ Today’s essential read: Eight retired secret service agents – seven of whom were in Manila – have given Reuters the most detailed account to date of the ...
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EXO's D.O. to hold 'Bloom' fan concert in Manila in August: South Korean singer-actor D.O. (or Doh Kyung-soo) is coming to Manila in August for a fan concert.
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The 'Ghost Army' veterans who fooled the Nazis in WW2: Members of the secretive military unit, which once used inflatable vehicles as a ruse ...
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Just 22 House Dems Oppose Bill That Bars UNRWA Funding While Giving Billions to Israel
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Quick Glance: US Congressional Leaders Propose Spending Bill to Cut UNRWA Funding
- A new bill with support from Biden and bipartisan agreement aims to prevent a government shutdown and prohibit funding for the UN agency for Palestinian refugees.
- The proposed spending bill from Congressional leaders in the US would avert a government shutdown but ban funding for the UNRWA.
- The US has been UNRWA’s largest donor, and a ban would almost certainly lead to a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
- De-funding of UNRWA has been paused by some Western countries, led by the US, despite UNRWA denying allegations of having ties to Hamas.
Mike Johnson Faces Doomsday Scenario: Amid a number of GOP resignations, the House speaker is coming under pressure from within his own party.
newsweek.com/mike-johnson-republican-house-representatives-1882950
Biden unveils sweeping budget blueprint for next term: President Biden on Monday rolled out his sweeping, $7.3 trillion budget request for 2025 ...
thehill.com/business/budget/4523960-biden-unveils-sweeping-budget-blueprint-for-next-term/
Quick Glance: Biden's Budget Proposal: Family Tax Breaks, Cheaper Health Care, More
- President Joe Biden's budget proposal for fiscal 2025 includes tax breaks for families, lower health care costs, smaller deficits, and higher taxes on the wealthy and corporations.
- The budget aims to reduce deficits by $3 trillion over a decade and increase tax revenues by a total of $4.9 trillion.
- Proposals include increased child tax credits, tax credits for homebuyers, higher corporate taxes, and a 25% minimum tax for billionaires.
- The budget plan focuses on helping families cope with inflation while providing funding for defense, healthcare, education, and more.
Biden signs a $1.2 trillion funding package, averting a partial government shutdown
npr.org/2024/03/22/1240148684/house-government-shutdown
Congress is right to want to curtail TikTok’s power and influence: Millions of young Americans love the social media app – but it’s alarmingly addictive and a ...
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/mar/15/congress-tiktok-ban-addiction-security-risk
Buck announces he will leave Congress early, further driving down GOP majority: Buck's decision will leave Republicans with a paltry 218 seats in the chamber ...
politico.com/live-updates/2024/03/12/congress/bucks-out-00146537
Quick Glance: Rep. Ken Buck to Leave Congress Early
- Rep. Ken Buck (R-Colo.) announced his early departure from Congress to focus on his family and Colorado.
- Following Buck's resignation, Republicans will have a 218 to 213 majority over Democrats in the House.
- Buck's exit will create a vacancy in Colorado's 4th Congressional District, which he has represented since 2015.
- Buck criticized the Republican Party's stance on President Biden and described the congressional work environment as 'dysfunctional'.
Trump says a TikTok ban would only help 'enemy of the people' Facebook: After trying to ban TikTok when he was president, Mr Trump now opposes a bill that ...
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Quick Glance: Could TikTok Face a Ban in the US?
- TikTok once again finds itself in a precarious position due to a legislative proposal.
- A bill unanimously approved by the House would ban TikTok if it doesn't sever ties with ByteDance, its parent company in Beijing.
- Concerns exist that TikTok could share data with the Chinese government, raising national security worries.
- A nationwide ban could impact small businesses, influencers, and users who utilize the platform for marketing purposes.
Trump Unable to Secure $454M Bond in NY Civil Case; Peter Navarro to Begin Sentence for Contempt
democracynow.org/2024/3/19/headlines/trump_unable_to_secure_454m_bond_in_ny_civil_case_peter_navarro_to_begin_sentence_for_contempt
Vowing the U.S. Will ‘Do Our Job,’ Johnson Searches for a Path on Ukraine: The Republican speaker, with his job on the line, has privately told people he would ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/us/politics/speaker-mike-johnson-ukraine.html
Quick Glance: Johnson Seeks Path on Ukraine Aid
- The Republican speaker has privately discussed ensuring House assistance to Ukraine, despite opposition within his party.
- Johnson has expressed a personal desire to send aid to Ukraine, even though he has voted against it in the past.
- At a private meeting in New Jersey, Johnson emphasized the importance of American aid to Kyiv, despite facing strong opposition within his party.
- The challenge for Johnson is to find a way to provide aid to Ukraine without angering the growing isolationist faction of his party.
What's next now that Speaker Johnson is facing a motion to vacate: The next steps following a resolution filed Friday by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/whats-next-now-that-speaker-johnson-is-facing-a-motion-to-vacate
Quick Glance: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Moves to Oust Speaker Mike Johnson
- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson, refraining from forcing an immediate vote on his removal.
- The motion was submitted as the House voted to prevent a government shutdown.
- The motion requires a simple majority vote to remove the speaker and won't be addressed until after the House returns on April 9.
- Some Republican members opposed removing Johnson as speaker due to concerns about potentially ending up with a Democratic speaker.
Peter Navarro ordered to prison on March 19: Peter Navarro, once an economic adviser to former President Trump, has been ordered to report to a Miami prison ...
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4523581-peter-navarro-ordered-to-prison/
Quick Glance: Mark Robinson Running for GOP Governor in North Carolina
- After Republican losses in the 2018 elections, Mark Robinson accused the Affordable Care Act of attempting to 'enslave' people.
- Robinson, a fiery conservative who spreads conspiracies, is the Republican nominee for governor in North Carolina.
- The race between Robinson and Democratic nominee Josh Stein will be this cycle’s most closely watched gubernatorial campaign.
- Robinson advocates for full repeal of the Affordable Care Act without replacement, sparking political tensions.
Austin says US support for Ukraine remains resolute even as security aid remains stalled in Congress
cnn.com/2024/03/19/politics/lloyd-austin-ukraine-aid/
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Quick Glance: Defense Secretary Austin Affirms Long-Term U.S. Support for Ukraine Amid Congressional Funding Standstill
- Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin emphasized on Tuesday that the U.S. will continue to support Ukraine's efforts in the war against Russia, even as the U.S. Congress remains stuck due to funding reluctance to send additional weapons to the front.
- The conference took place a week after U.S. defense officials found and utilized $300 million in contract savings to finance a new package of military aid for Ukraine by extracting weapons from Pentagon stocks.
- U.S. leaders had stated in the past three months that they could not take more weapons off the shelves because they lacked the money to replenish the stocks. The Congress has been deadlocked for months over a new $95 billion supplemental bill that includes about $60 billion in aid for Ukraine.
- UNESCO indicates that Ukraine requires over a billion dollars to reconstruct its scientific infrastructure.
Overwhelming majority of AAPI adults in new poll support legalized abortion: A new poll has found that a majority of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific ...
thehill.com/homenews/race-politics/4546751-overwhelming-majority-aapi-adults-support-legalized-abortion/
Speaker Johnson vows not to delay assistance for Ukraine: We won’t allow terrorists and tyrants to march through the globe
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/21/7447442/
Trump Told Pence Certifying Election Would Be ‘Career Killer,’ Valet Testified: President Donald J. Trump warned his vice president against failing to overturn ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/21/us/trump-pence-jan-6-white-house-valet.html
Indirect Israel-Hamas hostage talks continue in Qatar, as thousands rally for a deal
timesofisrael.com/liveblog-march-23-2024/
Quick Glance: US Fails Resolution for Immediate Cease-Fire in Gaza
- A U.S. effort to increase political pressure on Israel failed in the UN Security Council as Russia and China vetoed it.
- The resolution emphasized concerns about a ground offensive in Rafah and criticized the humanitarian toll of Israel's offensive.
- However, the resolution linked a cease-fire to the release of hostages in Gaza, a stance supported by Israel.
- US officials aim to persuade Israel for an alternative approach in Rafah to minimize civilian casualties, as a summit in Washington is planned.
US Congress deal bars US funds to UNRWA until March 2025, sources say: An agreement reached by U.S. congressional leaders and the White House on a massive bill ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-congress-deal-bars-us-funds-unrwa-until-march-2025-sources-say-2024-03-19/
Border policy a key sticking point in Congress with shutdown deadline just days away
cnn.com/2024/03/18/politics/shutdown-government-funding-latest/
Biden to call on Congress to pass budget with $258B in housing investments: President Biden to call on Congress to pass his budget that includes $258 billion in ...
thehill.com/homenews/4540469-biden-to-call-on-congress-to-pass-budget-with-258b-in-housing-investments/
Congress passes $1.2 trillion spending bill after short government shutdown: It marks the end of a hard-fought battle to fund the government around six months ...
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/03/23/congress-spending-government-shutdown-avoided/73071530007/
"Obama would be jealous": How Biden's rivalry with his ex-boss shapes his presidency
axios.com/2024/03/18/biden-obama-rivalry-presidency
Quick Glance: Biden-Obama Rivalry Shapes Presidency
- Biden frequently measures himself against Obama, with a complex rivalry between them.
- The relationship between Biden and Obama is respectful, but Biden has made some accusations against Obama.
- Biden has corrected some of Obama's political decisions and tried to avoid his predecessor's mistakes.
- Biden's experiences during the Obama era have influenced his positioning in various political areas, shaping his presidency.
A forceful Biden hits the road as Republicans keep focus on his age and memory: President Joe Biden said he wanted to “wake up Congress” with his fiery State of ...
cnn.com/2024/03/10/politics/joe-biden-sotu-what-matters/
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Foreign correspondents in the Philippines condemn China over claims of video manipulation
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/foreign-correspondents-philippines-condemn-china-over-claims-video-manipulation-2024-03-27/
‘Unbought and unbossed’: the incredible, historic story of Shirley Chisholm: A new Netflix biopic brings the achievements of the first Black woman to serve in ...
theguardian.com/culture/2024/mar/25/shirley-chisholm-biopic-movie-netflix
Peter Navarro files emergency appeal to Supreme Court to hold off prison sentence - UPI.com
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Quick Glance: Court denies Peter Navarro’s request for prison stay
- A federal appeals court ruled on Thursday that former Trump adviser Peter Navarro cannot remain out of prison during his appeal against his conviction for refusing to comply with a congressional subpoena related to the Capitol attack on January 6, 2021.
- The District of Columbia Circuit Court of Appeals essentially upheld the judge's decision that Navarro's appeal does not pose a 'significant legal question' justifying his release.
- Following his conviction last year on two contempt of Congress charges, 74-year-old Navarro was sentenced to four months in prison and is set to report to a Miami prison on Tuesday. This would mark him as the first prominent Trump adviser to serve jail time for endeavors to challenge the 2020 election.
- Navarro stated to reporters after his conviction that he anticipates his case to reach the Supreme Court to address concerns about executive privilege for high-ranking White House officials.
Ocasio-Cortez, in House Speech, Accuses Israel of ‘Genocide’: Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez had called for a permanent cease-fire in the war between ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/22/nyregion/aoc-genocide.html
First Thing: Trump ally Peter Navarro to begin prison term for contempt: Navarro begins four-month prison term for refusing to cooperate with House January 6 ...
theguardian.com/us-news/2024/mar/19/first-thing-trump-ally-peter-navarro-to-begin-prison-term-for-contempt
More states are adding protections against big ambulance bills: Momentum is growing amid little expectation Congress will soon close a loophole in surprise ...
axios.com/2024/03/27/surprise-medical-bills-ambulance-health-costs
US Congress goes bang, bang, on TikTok sale-or-ban plan: Bill proposes to do to China what China already does to the US – make life hard for foreign social ...
theregister.com/2024/03/14/us_congress_passes_tiktok_ban/
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban: Economic and Social Implications for Creators
- Creators in the U.S. express concern over a potential ban of TikTok, highlighting the impact it could have on their livelihoods.
- The app, a vital income source for many, has also served as a platform for dialogue and community building.
- Some view TikTok as an opportunity for marginalized groups, while others fear the dangerous precedent a ban could set.
- TikTok's influence extends beyond financial aspects, with significant social implications that many consider essential and invaluable.
'Don't Say Gay' law would be expanded to all Alabama public school grades under proposal
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Abortion Rights and the Cold, Dead Hand of Anthony Comstock: Anti-abortion activists want to use the Comstock Act to ban all abortions in the nation ...
hartmannreport.com/p/the-cold-dead-hand-of-anthony-comstock-fc3
White House Slams GOP For Abusing Spending Package To Ban Pride Flags At U.S. Embassies
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Philippines says Iran frees 18 Filipino crew of seized oil tanker: MANILA: The Philippines said Wednesday that Iran has freed all 18 Filipino crew members of an ...
arabnews.com/node/2483636/world
U.S. announces $300 million in new military aid for Ukraine: "This ammunition will keep Ukraine's guns firing for a period, but only a short period."
axios.com/2024/03/12/ukraine-aid-military-biden
Quick Glance: U.S. Sending $300 Million in Weapons to Ukraine
- The Biden administration announced sending up to $300 million in weapons to Ukraine, sourced from savings from under-bid contracts.
- The package includes air defense interceptors, artillery rounds, and armor systems to hold off advancing Russian troops for a few weeks.
- The Senate passed an emergency aid bill with $60.1 billion for Ukraine, but its fate in the House is uncertain.
- The political paralysis in the U.S. has led to critical shortages on Ukraine's battlefields as Russia continues to bombard the country.
How dysfunction has defined the House: Congress is on the verge of passing its yearly budget, six months into its fiscal year and with less than 48 hours left ...
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House GOP may face another leadership battle after effort to avoid government shutdown
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Why people think the US bill to ban TikTok is linked to pro-Palestine content: After a bill in US Congress was overwhelmingly passed to ban the social media app ...
middleeasteye.net/news/why-people-think-us-effort-ban-tiktok-linked-pro-palestine-content
New Hampshire Democratic Rep. Ann Kuster to retire from Congress: Kuster, who was first elected to Congress in 2012 and has served six terms on the Hill ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/03/27/annie-kuster-retiring-house/
Special counsel Hur to testify before Congress about damaging Biden report: Hur didn't bring charges against Biden over his handling of classified documents.
axios.com/2024/03/12/robert-hur-biden-congress-testimony
Judge Refuses to Dismiss Charges Against Menendez on Grounds of Immunity: Senator Robert Menendez of New Jersey could appeal the ruling, which could end up ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/14/nyregion/menendez-bribery-charges-congressional-immunity.html
Manila shows another incident: China's coast guard mistreats Filipino boat: China's coast guard attacks a Philippine supply boat in the South China Sea ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Chinas-Kuestenwache-maltraetiert-philippinisches-Boot-article24829429.html
War Spending: What Is It Good For?: The case of Gaza may be extreme in its brutality and the sheer speed of the slaughter, but it underscores the need to ...
tomdispatch.com/spending-unlimited-2/
What is the Comstock Act? The 151-year-old law mentioned in SCOTUS abortion pill case
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Quick Glance: The Significance of the Supreme Court Mifepristone Case
- On June 24, 2022, the constitutional jurisprudence on abortions was overturned by the Supreme Court.
- A pivotal aspect in the dispute FDA v. Alliance for Hippocratic Medicine revolves around making access to medication abortions more challenging.
- The decision could impact not only abortion access but also have implications for miscarriage treatment.
- There are also repercussions for the entire country, voters' preferences in blue states, and state sovereignty.
Former Ohio House Speaker Hit With 10 Additional Felony Charges: Larry Householder, already serving a 20-year federal prison sentence, was indicted on additional ...
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