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Missouri’s Roy Blunt supports bill to protect same-sex marriage. Josh Hawley doesn’t.
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Missouri’s Roy Blunt supports bill to protect same-sex marriage. Josh Hawley doesn’t.
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Ferguson blasts GOP opponent Reichert for remarks on same-sex marriage: OLYMPIA — In the early stages of the race for governor, Democrat and front-runner Bob ...
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Swedish Parliament votes to make it easier for people to legally change their gender
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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.
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 ...
apnews.com/article/alabama-2nd-congressional-district-primary-election-3c71c050841f20d751226463731868c7
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.
GOP: Vulnerable Senate Dems will ‘pay the price’ for Mayorkas vote: The Senate voted along party lines Wednesday to dismiss two impeachment charges against ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4601482-gop-vulnerable-senate-dems-will-pay-the-price-for-mayorkas-vote/
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.
MPs to vote on Rishi Sunak's smoking ban bill: Rishi Sunak wants to ban those born after 2009 from buying cigarettes, creating some of the toughest anti-tobacco ...
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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.
Trump, Johnson to tout bill to prevent noncitizen voting: Report: Former President Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) are teaming up to promote a bill to ...
thehill.com/latino/4588719-trump-johnson-bill-non-citizen-voting/
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.
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."
businessinsider.com/why-tesla-wants-give-elon-musk-billion-pay-package-2024-4
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.
Focus groups: Swing voters aren't buying Trump's abortion stance: "You're going to lose all doctors and they're going to go where they could treat their ...
axios.com/2024/04/12/abortion-trump-biden-voters-poll
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.
Turkish local elections: Opposition stuns Erdogan with historic victory: President Erdogan fails to regain Turkey's big cities that he lost five years ago.
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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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UN Security Council to vote Friday on Palestinian UN membership: The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to vote Friday on a Palestinian request for ...
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Biden’s message to Arizonans after abortion ruling: ‘Elect me’: President Biden encouraged residents of Arizona to vote for his reelection Wednesday in response ...
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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.
Pro-Trump network OANN and Smartmatic settle 2020 election defamation case: Smartmatic accused network of broadcasting baseless conspiracy theories about its ...
axios.com/2024/04/17/smartmatic-one-america-news-network-oann-lawsuit-settlement
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.
Germany: Parliament’s lower house to vote on gender self-determination law: German lawmakers have approved legislation that will make it easier for transgender ...
apnews.com/article/germany-name-gender-changes-transgender-parliament-9eb64bbe96b286b71bbc8c4343dae4d0
Quick Glance: Germany: Lower House Passes Gender Self-Determination Law
- German lawmakers approved a law making it easier for transgender, intersex, and nonbinary individuals to change their name and gender in official records.
- The self-determination law will be effective on November 1, allowing adults to change their name and legal gender without additional formalities.
- The new regulations will permit minors aged 14 and above to change their name and gender with parental consent, while parents would apply on behalf of children under 14 at registry offices.
- The reforms also include legalizing limited cannabis possession, easing rules for German citizenship, and ending restrictions on dual citizenship.
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/
Johnson's leadership is under threat in the House over foreign aid bills: Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie said he would vote to oust Mike Johnson as House ...
npr.org/2024/04/16/1245049920/mike-johnson-house-speaker-republicans-motion-to-vacate
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.
House advances revised FISA bill after floor revolt, teeing up final vote: The House advanced a bill Friday to reauthorize the U.S.’s warrantless surveillance ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4589954-fisa-reauthorization-advance-republicans/
US to Reimpose Venezuela Oil Ban Unless Maduro Acts Quickly: President Joe Biden’s administration intends to reimpose oil sanctions on Venezuela ...
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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.
Boomers deliver surprise strength for Biden: 2024 threatens to shatter some long-held trends in presidential politics, if the polls are to be believed.
axios.com/2024/04/07/joe-biden-senior-voters-baby-boomers
McCarthy calls Greene ‘serious legislator’ amid Johnson ouster threat: Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) called Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4581253-mccarthy-calls-greene-serious-legislator-amid-johnson-ouster-threat/
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
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.
bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-68825646
Joe Biden is Now Beating Donald Trump in the Majority of Polls: Polls are beginning to trend in favor of the incumbent president, just seven months ahead of ...
newsweek.com/joe-biden-donald-trump-polls-presidential-election-2024-1888914
Here’s where women voters stand in the Biden-Trump rematch: Women voters are set to play a pivotal role in November’s general election as both parties court the ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4577139-joe-biden-donald-trump-women-female-voters-gen-z-college-educated-black-women/
House approves contentious FISA bill in bipartisan vote: The House in a bipartisan vote reauthorized the nation’s warrantless surveillance powers Friday ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4590351-fisa-702-house-approves/
Biden losing support among Black voters in swing states: Survey: President Biden’s support amount Black voters in seven swing states has dipped when compared to ...
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Biden seizes on student debt relief amid worries about young voters: President Biden is pushing forward with plans for “life-changing” student debt relief as he ...
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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
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.
India elections 2024: When are they, why do they matter and who can vote?: With 969 million eligible voters, India's 2024 general election will be the largest ...
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Republican operatives to pay $1.25 mln for robocalls threatening Black voters, NY prosecutor says
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Quick Glance: Operatives to Pay Up to $1.25M for Robocall Scheme Suppressing Black Votes
- Two right-wing political operatives must pay up to $1.25 million in fines after being found liable for a robocall campaign targeting Black New Yorkers in the 2020 election.
- The messages included false warnings that mail-in voting would lead to personal information being shared with police departments and credit card companies.
- Under a settlement, Wohl and Burkman must pay a $1 million judgment to the NY attorney general’s office, the NCBCP, and the harmed plaintiffs.
- Wohl and Burkman have faced charges in other states for similar robocall schemes targeting Black voters in 2020.
Croatians vote in election pitting PM Plenkovic against President Milanovic: Exit polls expected minutes after voting ends at 7pm (17:00 GMT) ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/17/croatians-vote-in-election-pitting-pm-plenkovic-against-president-milanovic
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
Republicans hold slight enthusiasm edge ahead of 2024 election: Gallup: Republicans are slightly more enthusiastic ahead of November’s general election ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4573974-republicans-enthusiasm-edge-ahead-of-2024-election-gallup/
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
Nebraska lawmakers overwhelmingly reject Trump-backed ‘winner-take-all’ electoral system
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4574070-nebraska-lawmakers-overwhelmingly-reject-trump-backed-winner-take-all-electoral-system/
Quick Glance: Nebraska legislators resist Trump's push for Electoral College change
- Nebraska legislators blocked the attempt to change the allocation of Electoral College votes despite pressure from Trump.
- The proposal to award all electoral votes to the statewide winner failed.
- The debate focused on enhancing Nebraska's political power.
- Nebraska divides its electoral votes to engage candidates with a broader spectrum of constituents.
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/
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 ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/india/india-election-2024-hnk-intl-dg/
GOP rages over FISA as deadline inches closer: Frustrations are boiling over in the GOP conference after 19 Republicans blocked legislation to reauthorize the ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4587023-gop-rages-fisa-702/
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/
Conservatives deal another blow to Speaker Johnson, defeating FISA rule after Trump push
cnn.com/2024/04/10/politics/trump-fisa-speaker-johnson-house-republicans/
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.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68815191
South Korea elections 2024: Voting begins for new parliament: The elections are widely seen as a midterm referendum on President Yoon Suk Yeol’s administration.
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The FCC will vote to restore net neutrality later this month: The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) plans to vote to restore net neutrality later this ...
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Quick Glance: FCC plans upcoming vote on reviving net neutrality
- The Federal Communications Commission is preparing for a vote to reintroduce net neutrality and prevent online service providers from showing preference towards specific users.
- An upcoming vote, set for the April 25 FCC meeting, aims to establish a national standard for broadband reliability, consumer protection, and security, revealed FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel on Wednesday.
- In the event of reinstating net neutrality, the FCC would oversee the regulation of specialized internet fast lanes, assist in restoring broadband outages, and enhance digital security in the use of broadband services.
Fact checking Trump's claims about 'election integrity': Trump has continued to falsely claim he won the 2020 election in several states.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/fact-checking-trumps-claims-election-integrity/story
Greene, Johnson to meet amid ouster threat: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is set to meet with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) late Wednesday morning ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4585361-mike-johnson-marjorie-taylor-greene-ouster-vote-meeting/
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 ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4596078-house-sends-foreign-surveillance-reform-bill-to-senate/
MPs back smoking ban for those born after 2009: The measures, championed by PM Rishi Sunak, pass despite opposition by several leading Conservative figures.
bbc.com/news/uk-politics-68824493
Biden steps up efforts to court Haley voters: President Biden’s campaign is doubling down on courting former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4570131-joe-biden-donald-trump-nikki-haley-2024/
Senate set to sidestep Mayorkas trial: The impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas is set to hit a dead end this week as Senate Majority ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4581856-senate-set-to-sidestep-mayorkas-trial/
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.
Donald Trump Makes Messy Pitch For 'Radical Left' Presidential Rival RFK Jr.: “If I were a Democrat I’d vote for RFK Jr. every single time over Biden ...
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Esper ‘definitely not voting for Trump,’ leaves door open for Biden: Former Trump Defense Secretary Mark Esper on Friday said he is not voting for his old boss ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4565533-esper-definitely-not-voting-for-trump-leaves-door-open-for-biden/
RFK Jr. consultant terminated after saying that voting for him helps 'get rid of Biden'
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Quick Glance: RFK Jr. Consultant Terminated for Comments on Removing Biden
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s independent presidential campaign has ended its contract with a consultant who urged people to vote for him to 'get rid of Biden', even if it means electing Donald Trump.
- Campaign manager Amaryllis Fox announced the decision in response to a supporter's request to distance the campaign from consultant Rita Palma.
- Palma misrepresented her role in the campaign, leading to an immediate termination of her contract, as stated by Fox.
- The consultant falsely claimed to be the New York State Director of the campaign at an event unaffiliated with the campaign, resulting in her dismissal.
Disney picks up more support as board vote nears deadline: Walt Disney scored another key win in its boardroom battle with activist investors on Tuesday ...
reuters.com/business/media-telecom/norges-bank-investment-management-backs-disney-board-room-fight-with-hedge-funds-2024-04-02/
Anti-Trump Republicans launch Nebraska campaign against potential Electoral College change
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4582536-anti-trump-republicans-nebraska-electoral-college-change/
Tennessee lawmakers send bill to ban first-cousin marriages to governor: The Republican-led Tennessee Legislature has overwhelmingly voted to send GOP Gov ...
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/tennessee-lawmakers-send-bill-ban-first-cousin-marriages-governor-rcna147524
GOP leaders pursue new lawsuits over 2024 election rules | CNN Politics
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Poland's parliament calls for more liberal abortion rights: Poland has one of the strictest abortion laws in Europe. The new government wants to change that: in ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/polen-abtreibungsrecht-parlament-100.html
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.
White House stresses FISA bill is ‘critical’ as House tees up final vote: The White House stressed Friday that the bill to reauthorize the United States’s ...
thehill.com/homenews/administration/4590193-white-house-fisa-bill-critical-house-final-vote/
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/
Hard-liners vow retaliation against Republicans who sank FISA warrant mandate: Hard-line conservatives are turning up the heat on their GOP colleagues who voted ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4590833-fisa-warrant-mandate-republicans-retaliation/
Why this vote at a Tennessee Volkswagen plant is historic for the South: Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tenn., are voting this week on whether to join the ...
npr.org/2024/04/17/1244279860/volkswagen-uaw-south-union-election-chattanooga-tennessee
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.
EU approves major overhaul of migration rules: The new rules are designed to make EU states share responsibility for hosting asylum seekers.
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Quick Glance: EU Parliament Approves Comprehensive Reforms to Migration Policy
- The EU Parliament has approved significant measures to reform migration policy, aiming to enhance handling irregular migration.
- The reforms aim to distribute the burden on countries that historically hosted the most asylum seekers, particularly in southern EU nations.
- Despite the limited scope of some reforms, the solidarity mechanism is expected to build trust between member states and create some harmony.
- Implementation of the reforms will take time and ultimately depend on member states, potentially leading to political tensions.
In new Congressional district, Black voters weigh what representation really means
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Bolton says he will write in Dick Cheney for president again this year : Former national security adviser John Bolton revealed he will write in former Vice ...
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4587685-bolton-dick-cheney-write-in-2024-president/
Uniform procedures at the external borders: EU Parliament votes for asylum reform
spiegel.de/politik/eu-parlament-stimmt-fuer-asylreform-a-b14619f3-c0eb-485e-a8d5-8a49900b0bf2
Netanyahu visiting US would have given Hamas the ‘wrong message’: Spokesperson: An Israeli delegation’s planned visit to Washington would have sent the “wrong ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4565101-netanyahu-visiting-us-would-give-hamas-wrong-message-spokesperson/
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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 ...
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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.
Conservatives warm to proposed changes in FISA reauthorization bill: Conservative holdouts on Thursday appear to be warming to modifications proposed to the ...
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Keir Starmer and Lindsay Hoyle face inquiry over Gaza ceasefire vote: Penny Mordaunt, the Commons leader, is believed to be backing a motion by rival MPs to ...
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Quick Glance: Keir Starmer and Lindsay Hoyle Face Inquiry Over Gaza Ceasefire Vote
- Following a tumultuous vote on Gaza, Sir Keir Starmer and Sir Lindsay Hoyle are set to undergo an inquiry in the Commons, supported by Penny Mordaunt and Conservative and SNP MPs.
- There is speculation that the motion in the Commons, with support from the Conservatives and the SNP, would lead to a potentially tricky investigation for Starmer before the elections.
- Voting on a ceasefire would have brought to light the internal divisions within the Labour party regarding the conflict.
- At the end of February, Hoyle caused a stir when he
Democrats grumble over Mike Johnson's Ukraine aid proposal: "The only real path is the Senate bill as-is," said one centrist House Democrat.
axios.com/2024/04/02/ukraine-aid-mike-johnson-vote
Quick Glance: New U.S. Aid Plan for Ukraine Emerges
- Republican Speaker Mike Johnson plans a new aid initiative for Ukraine, differing from previous proposals.
- The Senate bill authorizes $60 billion, mostly for weapons and military aid.
- Criticisms and potential changes to the aid are being discussed, including the use of frozen Russian assets.
- Congressional Republicans have varying stances on Ukraine aid, leading to tensions and debates.
Trans mayor whines about being 'bullied' out of office despite rampant crime, homelessness
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LISTEN | Malema prepared to offer EFF votes to ANC but with one condition — 'make Floyd finance minister'
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Quick Glance: Malema offers EFF votes to ANC under condition
- EFF leader Julius Malema says he can offer the EFF votes to the ANC if they fall below 50 percent and if his deputy Floyd Shivambu becomes finance minister after the May elections.
- With less than two months to go before the May 29 elections, Malema stated that he is willing to give the EFF vote to the ANC nationally if it does not reach 50%.
- During a conversation with JJ Tabane on his Frank Dialogue podcast on YouTube, Malema emphasized that he will have one condition: the ANC must make EFF deputy leader Floyd Shivambu the finance minister.
Full List of Ex-Trump Officials Not Voting For Him in 2024: The number of former Donald Trump supporters, including those who worked in the former president's ...
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Fighting for voting rights, making 'good trouble' in John Lewis' name, now a partisan issue
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Johnson faces moment of truth on Ukraine: Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) is facing a moment of truth on Ukraine aid this week as he prepares to make a decision on ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4577596-johnson-faces-moment-of-truth-on-ukraine/
Illegal voting charges dropped against Texas woman: Crystal Mason face five years in prison for casting a ballot while on supervised release for tax fraud.
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Video Our favorite Ed O'Neill moments from 'Modern Family' for his birthday
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Iran attack live updates: House speaker plans vote on Israel aid, IDF vows retaliation for strikes
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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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