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Americans largely split on support for Ukraine aid as Congress passes deal: Survey
thehill.com/policy/international/4624815-americans-largely-split-on-ukraine-aid/
Andrew Cuomo agrees to testify to Congress on Covid-19 nursing home advisory: Former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, after being subpoenaed last month ...
cnn.com/2024/04/26/politics/andrew-cuomo-testify-covid-nursing-home-deaths/
Top Education Department official steps down amid crisis over college financial aid
usatoday.com/story/news/education/2024/04/26/amid-fafsa-crisis-richard-corday-steps-down/73469057007/
GOP critics vow no more US aid for Ukraine: Conservative skeptics of funding the war in Ukraine predict it will be the last major U.S ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4619185-gop-critics-vow-no-more-us-aid-for-ukraine/
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Putin announces plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he plans to visit China in May, in what could become the first ...
bloomberg.com/en/news/thp/2024-04-25/putin-announces-plans-to-visit-china-in-may
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17 states sue EEOC over rule giving employees abortion accommodations in Pregnant Workers act
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/04/25/eeoc-sued-pregnant-worker-fairness-act-abortion-rule/73461970007/
Several K Street giants kick off 2024 with record revenues: Several K Street lobbying shops posted record revenues last quarter as Congress moved massive ...
thehill.com/lobbying/4621934-several-k-street-giants-kick-off-2024-with-record-revenues/
Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress: Harry Dunn Fought Rioters on Jan. 6. Now He Wants to Go to Congress
rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/harry-dunn-congress-january-6-1235008259/
President can commit crimes if Congress doesn't know: Trump lawyer: As the saying goes: It's not the crime; it's the cover-up. If former President Donald Trump ...
businessinsider.com/trump-lawyer-supreme-court-president-can-commit-crimes-congress-2024-4
Will TikTok be deleted? Here's what happens next after Biden signs TikTok sell-or-ban bill
dispatch.com/story/news/2024/04/26/tiktok-ban-joe-biden-signs-bill-app-deleted-us-law/73471316007/
Opinion | REPO Act Lets Biden Boost Ukraine: Congress’s aid package encourages the president to seize frozen Russian reserves to support Kyiv.
wsj.com/articles/repo-lets-biden-boost-ukraine-russia-war-frozen-russian-reserves-6253cd4e
Lawmakers push Wall Street giveaway disguised as increased worker security: If members of Congress want to improve retirement security, they should expand Social ...
thehill.com/opinion/4618453-lawmakers-push-wall-street-giveaway-disguised-as-increased-worker-security/
FTC is sued by business groups over its ban on noncompete agreements, which may delay enforcement
cnn.com/2024/04/25/success/ftc-noncompete-ban-lawsuit/
Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Some 300 musicians, from Diplo to Nile Rodgers, lobby Congress for ticketing reform
npr.org/2024/04/25/1247130677/musicians-congress-letter-ticketing-fans-first-act-billie-eilish-green-day
Chile President Gabriel Boric Tells Investors He Wants Political System Reform: Chile President Gabriel Boric said that he’s set on overhauling the nation’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/chile-president-gabriel-boric-tells-investors-he-wants-political-system-reform
What is a fake elector? The term of the day, explained: On Dec. 14, 2020, Arizona's Democratic electors certified Joe Biden was the winner in Arizona ...
azcentral.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/25/what-is-a-fake-elector-the-term-of-the-day-explained/73449044007/
Ukraine should treat latest aid like the last, war experts say: Dynamics have shifted, and experts say Ukraine has to recognize US politics could again interfere ...
businessinsider.com/ukraine-should-treat-latest-aid-like-the-last-war-experts-2024-4
Opinion: Speaker Mike Johnson sings 'Kumbaya' with the Democrats: Suddenly, Democrats and (some) Republicans in the House have joined in unorthodox ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-04-25/mike-johnson-ukraine-aid-republican-party
US Congress passes foreign military aid package with $5bn boost for Aukus agreement with Australia
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/25/us-foreign-military-aid-bill-passes-details-today-aukus-submarines-deal-richard-marles
Imagining an internet without TikTok after Biden signs potential ban: The potential TikTok ban is law. What happens now?
vox.com/technology/24139556/internet-without-tiktok-biden-signs-ban
Will the dramatic burst of bipartisanship in Congress last?: For all its procedural power, America’s hard right has had stunningly little influence on policy
economist.com/united-states/2024/04/25/will-the-dramatic-burst-of-bipartisanship-in-congress-last
Bill that would potentially ban TikTok clears US Congress: The legislation would ban the social media app if it is unable to find a new owner in the next few ...
lemonde.fr/en/tiktok/article/2024/04/24/bill-that-would-potentially-ban-tiktok-clears-us-congress_6669379_70.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
- ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.
- Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.
- ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.
- As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
George Santos ends comeback bid for Congress: Former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he's dropping his longshot bid to return to Congress ...
apnews.com/article/george-santos-congress-campaign-a4c4cc2ea7cb52a13ec9f8dfc5ede86c
Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat
- Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.
- In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.
- Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.
- Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'
The right starts to reckon with its Marjorie Taylor Greene problem: The party elevated her when it helped Kevin McCarthy win the speakership 15 months ago — ...
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/24/greene-trump-gop/
Quick Glance: The Right Grapples with Marjorie Taylor Greene's Impact
- Kevin McCarthy's concessions led to repercussions for both him and the Republican Party.
- Greene faces criticism from conservative media and politicians who see her as a liability to the party.
- Her controversial actions and missteps have resulted in increased scrutiny, even from within her own party.
- The GOP base is not fully aligned with Greene's pursuits, indicating growing doubts about her ability to represent the party.
Rep. Donald Payne Jr. dead at 65 after "cardiac episode": Gov. Phil Murphy said in a statement he is "deeply saddened by the passing of our friend ...
axios.com/2024/04/24/congressman-donald-payne-jr-dies
Quick Glance: Late Congressman Donald Payne Jr.
- Democratic Congressman Donald Payne Jr. from New Jersey has passed away at the age of 65
- Payne, a longstanding House member, was the son of a former congressman
- He advocated for healthcare legislation, gun violence prevention, and infrastructure investments
- Following his death, a special election will be held to fill his position in the House of Representatives
Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform
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Just 1 in 5 want Johnson replaced as Speaker: Survey: Only 1 in 5 Americans want Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) to be replaced, according to a new poll ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4618204-just-1-in-5-want-johnson-replaced-as-speaker-survey/
Grand jury indicts fake electors who falsely certified Donald Trump as 2020 winner in Arizona
azcentral.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/04/24/arizona-fake-electors-indictments/73184206007/
Quick Glance: 11 Republican 'Fake Electors' Charged in Arizona
- Eleven Republicans were charged in Arizona for falsely claiming that Donald Trump won the 2020 presidential election in Arizona against Joe Biden.
- They met in Phoenix to sign a certificate declaring Trump had won the state. The document was sent to Congress and the National Archives but ignored.
- The Arizona charges follow indictments against fake electors in Nevada, Michigan, and Georgia.
- The charges allege conspiracy, fraud, and forgery as they falsely declared Trump as the winner in Arizona despite Biden's victory by over 10,000 votes.
Truth Social owner asks Congress to investigate ‘potential manipulation’ of share price
thehill.com/business/4617730-truth-social-owner-asks-congress-to-investigate-potential-manipulation-of-share-price/
Quick Glance: Trump Media Seeks Congressional Probe on 'Troubling' Market Manipulation Claims
- Trump Media & Technology Group is asking Congress to investigate suspicions of illegal activity affecting its stock price.
- In a disclosed letter, Devin Nunes, the CEO of Truth Social owner Trump Media, urged GOP Chairmen of relevant House Committees to examine the 'urgent matter' of 'potential manipulation' of the company's stock price.
- Trump Media recently reported a $58 million loss in 2023 with minimal revenue. The company's price-to-sales ratio, a common stock valuation method, is notably high compared to competitors in the social media sector.
- In the communication to Congress, Trump Media highlighted that data suggests 'just four market participants' accounted for over 60% of the exceptional trading volume in the company's stock: Citadel Securities, Virtu Americas, G1 Execution Services, and Jane Street Capital.
Congress Passed a Bill That Could Ban TikTok. Now Comes the Hard Part.: After President Biden signs the bill to force a sale of the video app or ban it ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/technology/tiktok-ban-bill-congress.html
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
- The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.
- In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.
- Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'
- San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
TikTok ban bill may survive courts despite free speech concerns: TikTok has a strong First-Amendment argument to challenge Congress' divest-or-ban bill ...
businessinsider.com/tiktok-ban-bill-is-first-amendment-disaster-may-survive-courts-2024-4
Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say
- ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.
- TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.
- ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.
- After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.
Trump Media pens letter to Congress on impact of short sellers: The Trump Media CEO last week also penned a letter to Nasdaq blaming "naked" short selling for ...
markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/trump-media-spac-djt-ceo-letter-congress-naked-short-sellers-2024-4
McGovern: Democrats won’t be ‘cheap date’ to help Speaker Johnson keep his job: Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.) said Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) needs to understand ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4616656-mcgovern-democrats-wont-be-cheap-date-to-help-speaker-johnson-keep-his-job/
"Ungovernable": How Republicans willingly gave up their power in the House of Representatives
axios.com/2024/04/23/republicans-speaker-motion-vacate-rules-committee
Columbia University Protests: Inside a Week of Unrest on Campus: In a Washington war room, Columbia’s president, Nemat Shafik, decided to call police officers to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/23/nyregion/columbia-university-campus-protests.html
Photos show how divided Democrats, Republicans in Congress have become: Outbursts, scuffles, and statement outfits have become more common among members of ...
businessinsider.com/republicans-democrats-congress-arguing-photos-2023-10
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In the Peter Navarro case, executive privilege is on trial: U.S. v. Navarro has the potential to be a landmark case of “first impressions” involving unsettled ...
thehill.com/opinion/judiciary/4611965-in-the-peter-navarro-case-executive-privilege-is-on-trial/
The Next US President Will Have Troubling New Surveillance Powers: Over the weekend, President Joe Biden signed legislation not only reauthorizing a major FISA ...
wired.com/story/section-702-reauthorization-expansion/
Taiwan happy with US aid package, China objects to arms sales: TAIPEI: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen said on Wednesday (Apr 24) she was happy the US Congress had ...
channelnewsasia.com/asia/taiwan-united-states-china-aid-package-objects-arms-sales-bill-passed-4288241
A Democrat’s Case for Saving Mike Johnson: Why Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Perez wants to rescue the speaker from his own party
theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/04/mike-johnson-ukraine-democrats/678161/
House Approves Bill Banning TikTok in the US (Again): Congress tries again with a TikTok ban, this time bundling it into a foreign aid package.
uk.pcmag.com/mobile-apps/151942/a-bill-banning-tiktok-in-the-us-just-passed-the-house
TikTok: US Congress passes bill that could see app banned: The app's owner, ByteDance, has nine months to sell its stake or face being blocked in the US.
bbc.com/news/articles/c87zp82247yo
Bill Moher moves Republican quest for Congress from 7th district to 4th: Bill Moher ended one congressional campaign last month in Northern Virginia and ...
richmond.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/elections/jennifer-mcclellan-bill-moher-congress-donald-mceachin/article_c911eef0-01a3-11ef-b2b5-07b7b20af8e8.html
Opinion | Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan Aid: Four Historic Votes for Action: Congress sends a signal that America needs to be stronger and do better.
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What If Mike Johnson Is Actually Good at This?: What if Mike Johnson is actually good at this?
theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/04/mike-johnson-speaker-ukraine-trump/678108/
Pelosi respects Mike Johnson and hopes Trump isn't 'his puppeteer': Mike Johnson may need to count of the support of Nancy Pelosi and other House Democrats to ...
businessinsider.com/pelosi-mike-johnson-relationship-trump-mccarthy-congress-2024-4
How Johnson came to embrace Ukraine aid and defy his right flank: The day after Iran attacked Israel, House Speaker Mike Johnson was on the phone with a man who ...
cnn.com/2024/04/21/politics/ukraine-aid-mike-johnson-house-speaker-israel-taiwan/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
IDF Kills 18 Children in Rafah Hours After US House Approves Billions in Military Aid
commondreams.org/news/rafah-airstrikes-us-weapons
Art of the Cave: How Ukraine and TikTok Became Strange Bedfellows: In an increasingly rare show of compromise in Congress, everyone is giving up something to get ...
thedailybeast.com/art-of-the-cave-how-ukraine-and-tiktok-became-strange-bedfellows
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VIDEO: US Congress passes long-delayed Ukraine aid: President Joe Biden vowed fresh supplies to be delivered swiftly to the warzone as Russia makes battlefield ...
newvision.co.ug/category/news/video-us-congress-passes-long-delayed-ukraine-NV_186579
Warner: Military equipment will be ‘in transit’ to Ukraine by next week if Biden signs bill
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4609587-warner-military-equipment-will-be-in-transit-to-ukraine-by-next-week-if-biden-signs-bill/
Full List of Republicans Retiring from House This Year: One Republican who has left Congress before the end of his term said the party had lost its way.
newsweek.com/republicans-house-retiring-not-seeking-reelection-2024-1892298
House Democrats Indicate How They'd Vote On Ousting Mike Johnson: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she plans to file a motion to vacate after the speaker worked ...
huffpost.com/entry/dems-mike-johnson-vote-ouster_n_66262532e4b0167f7bf5b742
Republican's Stunning Condemnation of GOP Colleagues: 'Scumbags': "They're walking around with white hoods in the daytime," Tony Gonzales, a Texas Republican ...
newsweek.com/tony-gonzales-stunning-condemnation-gop-colleagues-scumbags-1892582
Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote
- After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.
- Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.
- A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.
- The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.
Russia says US support for Ukraine will end as ‘humiliating fiasco’ like ‘Vietnam and Afghanistan’
thehill.com/policy/defense/4610062-russia-says-us-support-for-ukraine-will-end-as-humiliating-fiasco-like-vietnam-and-afghanistan/
Kevin McCarthy's Call For Election 'Fairness' Gets Swift Pushback From Fox News Host
huffpost.com/entry/kevin-mccarthy-biden-meddle-justice-system_n_6625e1f6e4b08151caca9721
Crisis in Brazil’s Congress Gives Lula $18.5 Billion in New Fiscal Headaches: Tensions between President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva’s administration and Brazil’s ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-22/crisis-in-brazil-s-congress-gives-lula-18-5-billion-in-new-fiscal-headaches
Christopher Meloni Pounces On Kevin McCarthy's Bonkers 2016 Election Claim: The "Law & Order" star joined a number of critics who weren't having it with the ...
huffpost.com/entry/christopher-meloni-kevin-mccarthy-2016-election-clinton-loss_n_66260fb6e4b0167f7bf59fee
Marjorie Taylor Greene Calls On Mike Johnson To Resign Or Be Ousted: Her remarks come shortly after the House passed a $95 billion aid package on Saturday.
huffpost.com/entry/marjorie-taylor-greene-mike-johnson-resign-ousted_n_66256ca6e4b08151caca7f30
Aipac: the pro-Israel group planning to spend millions in US elections: The lobby group has been a powerful force in American politics – but has Israel’s war in ...
theguardian.com/world/2024/apr/22/aipac-pro-israel-lobby-group-us-elections
Johnson temporarily dodges ouster vote as House passes foreign aid: Conservative rebels are hoping the week-long recess will build support for their pending ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/20/johnson-mvp-house-foreign-aid-00153497
Northern and Southern Virginia Cooperate on Climate: Teams from Fairfax and Danville are working on an energy action plan for Southside Virginia
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Kinzinger, Santorum among former lawmakers backing Johnson on Ukraine aid: A coalition of former lawmakers on Saturday sent a letter to Speaker Mike Johnson ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4608286-kinzinger-santorum-among-former-lawmakers-backing-johnson-on-ukraine-aid/
Opinion | Surveillance Law Section 702 Keeps Us Safe: A surveillance law referred to as Section 702 is needed to protect us from foreign threats.
nytimes.com/2024/04/21/opinion/fisa-section-702-fbi-privacy.html
House Overwhelmingly Approves Billions to Support Israel: The $26 billion package mostly underwrites Israel’s war effort, but it also includes billions in ...
thedailybeast.com/house-overwhelmingly-approves-billions-to-support-israel
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Opinion | Ukraine Aid and the Tail-Wagger Troupe: They say they want to make Congress work. They insist on rules that ensure it can’t.
wsj.com/articles/the-tail-wagger-troupe-congress-legislators-61263a71
US Congressional delegation arrives in Kyiv, reaffirming support for Ukraine - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/22/us-congressional-delegation-arrives-in-kyiv-reaffirming-support-for-ukraine/
Pelosi, Clyburn endorse Jan. 6 Capitol Police officer for Congress: Two heavy-hitters in the House Democratic Caucus have endorsed former U.S ...
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Lauren Boebert Gets Support for Becoming House Speaker: Representative Matt Gaetz said he believes the congresswoman would do a better job in the role than ...
newsweek.com/lauren-boebert-gets-support-becoming-house-speaker-1892294
US to start supplying Ukraine with armament "right away" after Congress' decision – White House
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452071/
Third House Republican backs Johnson ouster: Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) announced Friday that he will co-sponsor Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s (R-Ga ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4605126-speaker-johnson-ouster-gosar/
Pelosi, Clyburn back Jan. 6 officer for Congress: Dunn has heavily out-raised his opponents for a district in suburban Maryland.
axios.com/2024/04/19/nancy-pelosi-jan-6-harry-dunn-congress
Progressives Oppose Israel Funding Advanced by US House: "Congress is shamefully choosing a failed approach of fueling genocide rather than saving ...
commondreams.org/news/progressives-oppose-israel-aid
Comer denounces Greene’s motion to vacate Speaker: ‘Not the right business model’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4606860-comer-denounces-greene-motion-to-vacate-speaker/
Congress extends controversial warrantless surveillance law for two years: U.S. spy agencies regard the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act as one of their ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/20/congress-extends-controversial-warrantless-surveillance-law-two-years/
GOP lawmaker blames ‘Gaetz and 7 useful idiots’ for House turmoil: Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) blamed Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) and “seven useful idiots” for ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4604636-gop-rep-blames-gaetz-and-seven-useful-idiots-for-house-turmoil/
Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked by fellow lawmaker's extreme Ukraine aid bill amendments
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Quick Glance: GOP Congresswoman Propagates Russian Narratives Against Ukraine Aid
- Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced amendments to the latest bill on aid to Ukraine, echoing Russian propaganda narratives about "biolabs in Ukraine" and "persecution of Christians in Ukraine."
- Greene proposed halting funding for Ukraine's aid until free and fair elections are held, persecution of Christians stops, and all biolabs in Ukraine are closed.
- The allegation of secret "biolabs" in Ukraine is a long-standing Russian propaganda conspiracy theory, also picked up by Chinese disinformation networks according to the EU East Stratcom Task Force.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson announced determination to advance the foreign aid bill on April 20, despite opposition from GOP hardliners who have blocked progress for over six months.
Ukrainians Wait, Nervously, to See if U.S. Will Provide Critical Aid: From the battlefield to battered cities, soldiers and civilians are counting on Congress to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/world/europe/ukraine-aid-congress.html
Gingrich: ‘It would be totally stupid’ to move forward with motion to oust Johnson
thehill.com/homenews/house/4604847-gingrich-johnson-motion-vacate/
Jeffries: Biden not weighing in on whether Democrats should save Johnson: House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) said Friday the White House is not ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4605621-hakeem-jeffries-joe-biden-mike-johnson-marjorie-taylor-greene-ukraine/
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