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Schumer defends dropping carried interest tax change to win over Sinema: Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) says he had no choice but to remove a ...
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Schumer-Manchin Bill Fuels Battle Between Oil and Environmental Interests: "Getting new forms of energy, feeding the grid, will ultimately reduce the price of ...
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Schumer defends dropping carried interest tax change to win over Sinema: Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) says he had no choice but to remove a ...
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Reuters Top News: LIVE: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer discusses the Inflation Reduction Act bill
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Schumer-Manchin Bill Fuels Battle Between Oil and Environmental Interests: "Getting new forms of energy, feeding the grid, will ultimately reduce the price of ...
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Shrinkflation Fight Taken Up by U.S. Senate: Democratic senators offer the Shrinkflation Prevention Act of 2024 to fight smaller amounts being sold at the same ...
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Johnson informs Schumer he will send Mayorkas impeachment articles to Senate on April 10
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Senator Lisa Murkowski Says She May Leave GOP Over Party’s Trump-Mania: “I regret that our party is becoming a party of Donald Trump,” she said.
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Republican-passed bill removes role of Democratic governor if Senate vacancy occurs in Kentucky
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Joseph Lieberman, senator and vice-presidential nominee, dies at 82: As Al Gore’s Democratic running mate in 2000, he was the first Jewish candidate on the ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Lieberman, Former US Senator and Vice Presidential Candidate, Passes Away at 82
- Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman from Connecticut, who came close to winning the vice presidency on the Democratic ticket with Al Gore in the disputed 2000 election and nearly became running mate to Republican John McCain eight years later, has passed away.
- Lieberman passed away in New York City as a result of complications following a fall.
- His advocacy for issues such as gay rights, civil rights, abortion rights, and environmental causes often earned him praise from many liberals, despite causing discontent among Democrats due to his independent stance and provocations towards Democratic presidential nominee Barack Obama during the 2008 campaign.
- Renowned for his firm foreign policy perspectives, pro-defense inclinations, and robust support for environmental matters, Lieberman was instrumental in the legislative efforts leading to the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security.
Chuck Schumer, top Senate Democrat, calls for new elections in Israel: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is calling on Israel to hold new elections ...
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Climate change driving up inflation in food prices: Study: Rising global temperatures are associated with inflation in food prices, both in regions that are ...
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The real reason cocoa prices have soared: First came a drought in West Africa. Then came the short squeeze in financial markets.
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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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US Senate strikes deal to vote on spending bill just as funding expires
nytimes.com/2024/03/22/us/politics/congress-spending-bill-government-shutdown.html
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.
JD Vance's VP prospects could rise after he helped deliver Trump a big Ohio win: Bernie Moreno's Ohio GOP Senate primary victory reinforced Trump's influence and ...
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New Jersey first lady Tammy Murphy suspends her Senate campaign to replace indicted Sen. Menendez
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Chuck Schumer was right on Israel and Netanyahu: Earlier this month, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer — one of Israel’s longest-standing champions in either ...
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Tammy Murphy Drops Out of Race for Menendez’s Senate Seat: Ms. Murphy, the first lady of New Jersey, had racked up early endorsements from Democratic Party ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/24/nyregion/tammy-murphy-new-jersey-senate.html
Quick Glance: Tammy Murphy Withdraws from Race for Menendez’s Senate Seat
- Tammy Murphy, New Jersey's first lady, has decided to suspend her candidacy for a U.S. Senate seat currently held by Senator Robert Menendez.
- In order to avoid running a divisive and negative campaign, she chose not to continue competing in the Democratic primary against Representative Andy Kim.
- Following a meeting with Democratic Party leaders, she opted to suspend her campaign and focus entirely on re-electing President Biden and other Democrats.
- As the deadline for filing petitions with at least 1,000 signatures has passed, her name will not appear on the primary ballot.
Kari Lake wants to avoid defamation trial. Stephen Richer says that proves she lied
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Schumer rejects Netanyahu address to Senate Democrats: Netanyahu asked to address Senate Democrats but was turned away by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.
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Quick Glance: Johnson considers potential Netanyahu speech at Congress following Schumer's critique
- Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said he is considering inviting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress amid rising tensions between Democrats and the Israeli government leader - a sign of the partisanship edging into the Gaza war.
- Discussions are ongoing on how Netanyahu could speak with lawmakers, including a joint session of Congress, after the prospect was raised in the House GOP's closed-door conference on Wednesday morning.
- Democrats have criticized Schumer for his remarks, labeling them as unprecedented and wrong, and Netanyahu is set to speak with Senate Republicans via video on Wednesday.
UK inflation falls to 3.4% - BBC News: The latest figures are due to be published at 07:00 by the Office for National Statistics.
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Quick Glance: UK Inflation Rate Drops to 3.4% - Lowest Level in Almost Two and a Half Years - BBC News
- The UK inflation rate fell to 3.4% for the year to February - the lowest level in almost two and a half years.
- Economists predict that inflation is likely to hit the Bank of England's target of 2% this summer.
- Cost of living is increasing while wage growth is outpacing inflation.
- Housing costs are rising faster, putting pressure on renters and homeowners.
Japan Set to Decide on Ending the World’s Last Negative Rates
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Quick Glance: Fate of BOJ's Stimulus Tools Revealed
- The Bank of Japan ended eight years of negative interest rates and other unorthodox measures to boost growth. Details on changes to the stimulating tools were disclosed.
- The negative interest rate policy was lifted, and the bank now pays a 0.1% interest rate on excess reserves to withdraw money from the economy.
- Yield curve control was dismantled, but the bank will continue to buy bonds and intervene with larger purchases if bond yields rise rapidly.
- The purchase of risky assets like ETFs and REITs was discontinued, and the commitment to maintain massive stimulus was withdrawn to reassure the market.
Bernie Sanders Proposes Reducing Americans’ Workweek to 32 Hours: His proposal would pare down the workweek over a four-year period. The 40-hour workweek has ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/15/us/politics/bernie-sanders-work-week-bill.html
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.
Chuck Schumer doesn’t get it and should stay out of Israeli politics: Schumer fails to grasp the complex realities facing Israel and, by extension ...
thehill.com/opinion/international/4549790-chuck-schumer-doesnt-get-it-and-should-stay-out-of-israeli-politics/
GOP plays the Trump card at its own peril: Trump is more likely to pick a second in command who is likely to follow him to the depths of hell and defeat in the ...
thehill.com/opinion/4548669-gop-plays-the-trump-card-at-its-own-peril/
Joe Lieberman, longtime senator and vice presidential nominee, dies at 82 - UPI.com
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Democrats meddling in GOP primaries isn’t hypocritical. It’s necessary.: It would be one thing if Democrats were making it difficult for reasonable Republicans ...
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/03/24/democrats-moreno-ohio-senate-ads/
Opinion | What if the U.S. Helps Hamas Win?: The path Joe Biden and Chuck Schumer have chosen means the end of any hope of peace.
wsj.com/articles/what-if-the-us-helps-hamas-win-schumer-biden-mideast-war-israel-gaza-1a6aa3c6
US Senate approves US$1.2 trillion budget in late-night vote: The US Senate approved a long-awaited budget of US$1.2 trillion in the early hours of Saturday ...
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Netanyahu: I canceled Israeli delegation to send message to Hamas: Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled the Israeli delegation that was meant to meet with ...
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Schumer is right: Netanyahu, Hamas and Abbas must go: Schumer offered what may be the most compelling argument for a change of course in Israeli politics.
thehill.com/opinion/international/4539318-schumer-is-right-netanyahu-hamas-and-abbas-must-go/
Black House Democrats endorse in Maryland Senate race after racial slur: Five Black House Democrats are endorsing Maryland Democrat Angela Alsobrooks.
axios.com/2024/03/24/maryland-senate-race-alsobrooks-endorsements-trone
What to know about Bernie Sanders' bill for the U.S. to adopt a 32-hour workweek
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How Trump-backed Bernie Moreno won Ohio GOP Senate primary: 4 takeaways from his big win
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/03/20/bernie-moreno-victory-republican-ohio/73038139007/
Quick Glance: Bernie Moreno Emerges Victorious in Ohio's Republican Senate Primaries
- Ohio voters selected Bernie Moreno, a businessman supported by Trump, as the winner of the Republican Senate primaries over Matt Dolan and Frank LaRose.
- Senators Sherrod Brown and Marcy Kaptur are considered vulnerable, attracting national attention.
- The outcome of the General Election in Republican-leaning Ohio is expected to be intense, with Brown being a primary GOP target.
- The Republican primaries and strategic alliances in Ohio have shaped the primary races and could impact the election results.
US Senate considering public hearing on TikTok crackdown bill, committee chair says
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Jewish lawmakers rage at Trump's "revolting" comments: "Luckily I don't know any Jews who look to Donald Trump for advice on how to be Jewish ...
axios.com/2024/03/19/trump-israel-democrats-jewish-lawmakers
Quick Glance: Trump accuses Jews voting for Democrats of hating Israel and their religion
- Former President Donald Trump claimed that Jews who vote for Democrats 'hate Israel' and 'their religion,' sparking intense criticism.
- Trump responded to growing criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu by accusing Democrats of hating Israel.
- The comments faced immediate backlash from the Biden administration and Jewish leaders, with Trump being accused of perpetuating antisemitic tropes.
- The majority of Jewish Americans identifying as Democrats has led to a political conflict over Israel's policies, impacting the US-Israel alliance.
The Burden of Being Senator Bob Menendez’s Famous Children: Alicia Menendez is a weekend anchor on MSNBC. Her brother, Rob, is a member of Congress ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/20/nyregion/rob-alicia-menendez-msnbc.html
Quick Glance: Senator Bob Menendez Opts Out of N.J. Democratic Primary, Considers Independent Run
- Senator Bob Menendez will not be a candidate in the New Jersey Democratic primary, but is considering running as an independent in November.
- Following new obstruction of justice charges brought by federal prosecutors against Menendez and his wife Nadine Arslanian, he announced his hope for exoneration this summer to pursue candidacy as an independent Democrat.
- Despite facing accusations, Menendez has maintained his innocence and resisted calls for resignation. This announcement marks the first clear indication of his potential reelection bid since being charged in September.
- The race for Menendez’s seat is already underway with a heated competition between Tammy Murphy, the wife of New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, and U.S. Representative Andy Kim from Burlington.
Schumer: Trump comments on Jewish Democrats ‘reprehensible and dangerous’: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) on Tuesday denounced recent remarks by ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4542676-schumer-trump-comments-on-jewish-democrats-reprehensible-and-dangerous/
Opinion | What Schumer and Biden Got Right About Netanyahu: America’s Mideast strategy depends on Israel partnering with non-Hamas Palestinians ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/19/opinion/chuck-schumer-israel.html
Quick Glance: Biden-Netanyahu Call on Gaza Crisis
- President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the growing divide between allies regarding the food crisis in Gaza and the war.
- Biden supported Schumer's criticism of Netanyahu's conduct in a speech, but did not explicitly endorse a new election in Israel.
- The USA criticized Netanyahu's plan for an operation in Rafah without adequate protection for innocent Palestinian civilians.
- The UN World Food Program warned of an imminent famine in Gaza, stating that further war escalation could push half of the population to the brink of starvation.
Netanyahu’s response to Schumer widens rift in US-Israeli relations: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is refusing to bow to calls by the top US senator ...
cnn.com/2024/03/17/politics/netanyahu-schumer-us-israeli-relations/
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Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits dip to 210,000, another sign the job market is strong
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Quick Glance: RBA's Stance on Interest Rates Amid Rising Unemployment Risks
- The Reserve Bank considers both interest rate cuts and rises as unemployment risks increase.
- Contrary to expectations, the US Federal Reserve is not likely to cut rates, shifting focus to Australian rate cuts.
- Economic performance and job data are crucial factors influencing future monetary policy decisions.
- Investors and policymakers are adjusting strategies in anticipation of potential rate cuts and economic slowdown.
3 ways to save money for people on a fixed income: These tips might help you make the most of your fixed budget well into your golden years
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Democrats face increasing Arab and Muslim voter rejection: One week after Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called for “new elections,” calling Israeli Prime ...
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Briggs' mailbag: Why Mike Braun is a bad senator: Mike Braun has repeatedly sacrificed his own priorities to prolong a political career in service of his ego ...
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Campaign looks to connect Latinos with Climate Action Plan funds: A new campaign is underway to help Hispanics in battleground states access federal climate ...
thehill.com/latino/4546933-campaign-latinos-climate-action-plan/
Nsave gets $4M to enable people from unstable economies open offshore accounts: Nsave, a fintech based in Geneva making banking in Switzerland accessible to ...
techcrunch.com/2024/03/22/nsave-gets-4m-seed-funding/
They hold the key to Senate control — but they'd rather talk about Montana and Ohio
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Opinion: Who can speak to Israel's excesses? Not Trump: Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's courageous call for the ouster of Israeli leader Benjamin ...
latimes.com/opinion/story/2024-03-24/donald-trump-election-2024-israel-hamas-gaza-chuck-schumer
Full List of Republican Senators Who Voted for $1.2 Trillion Funding Bill: The bill passed in the Senate 74-24, with almost all Democrats and roughly half of the ...
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Why Schumer Spoke Out Against Netanyahu as Israel Wages War: In an interview in his native Brooklyn, America’s highest-ranking Jewish elected official said he ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/19/us/politics/schumer-israel-netanyahu-gaza.html
US budget: US Senate passes budget package at the last moment: Shortly before the deadline, the US Senate passed a new budget. This barely averted a shutdown ...
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TikTok advertisers will look to rivals if US Senate moves ahead on ban: Advertisers who turn to TikTok to market to young consumers are preparing contingency ...
reuters.com/technology/tiktok-advertisers-will-look-rivals-if-us-senate-moves-ahead-ban-2024-03-15/
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.
Schumer: Netanyahu could prevent elections in Israel until 2026: "I had to speak out before it erodes," Schumer told the NYT.
axios.com/2024/03/19/schumer-netanyahu-elections-israel
Casey, McCormick to appear alone on Senate ballots in Pennsylvania after courts boot off challengers
apnews.com/article/senate-pennsylvania-election-bob-casey-david-mccormick-a6bff5a5a415bc88e407d0d49f7f2b32
🔊 Senator Chuck Schumer faces backlash after calling for new Israeli elections. Find out more on the latest Reuters World News podcast
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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/
Marjorie Taylor Greene Launches Blistering Attack On Mike Johnson: The Georgia Republican accuses Speaker of siding with Chuck Schumer and Democrats in passing ...
newsweek.com/marjorie-taylor-greene-launches-blistering-attack-mike-johnson-1883431
Higher olive oil prices due to shortage - Foodstuffs: Supermarket giant Foodstuffs is warning of a olive oil shortage and in turn higher prices at the checkout.
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This Gen Z Democrat quit his job protecting elections to run against a Georgia fake elector
nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/gen-z-democrat-georgia-fake-elector-state-senate-rcna144294
Toyota confirms UK pricing for new GR Yaris: £10k price rise for Toyota's hot hatch hero - and the special editions are £60k...
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Former Louisiana Sen. Tom Greene, a conservative known for his focus on education, dies at 75
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Larry Hogan leads Democratic Senate hopefuls by double digits in Maryland: Republican Senate candidate and former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan is leading his ...
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At the very last minute: US Senate prevents shutdown with $1.2 billion: The US Senate averted the threat of a partial government shutdown at the very last minute ...
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Trump Says Jews Who Support Democrats ‘Hate Israel’ and ‘Their Religion’: The comments, on a conservative radio program, echo an antisemitic trope and escalate ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/18/us/politics/trump-israel-jewish-voters.html
‘Distinction the new credit’: Grade inflation puts uni integrity at risk: An investigation into grade inflation by Sydney University found a 234 per cent ...
smh.com.au/national/nsw/distinction-the-new-credit-grade-inflation-puts-uni-integrity-at-risk-20240321-p5fe7i.html
Congressional Leaders Strike Deal on Final Spending Bill Ahead of Shutdown: Lawmakers resolved disputes over Department of Homeland Security funding ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/19/us/politics/congress-spending-bill-shutdown.html
Reuters World News: Hezbollah tries to shield Iran from a regional war, and other stories
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Kari Lake zeroes in on likely Senate race with Ruben Gallego, insisting, 'Nothing's changed in me'
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Ohio Senate election live results: Trump-backed Moreno wins pivotal Republican primary
usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2024/03/19/california-illinois-ohio-live-updates/73020096007/
Quick Glance: Crucial Ohio Republican Primary: Bernie Moreno Wins with Trump's Support
- As November's general election approaches, Americans are eagerly watching not only the 2024 Republican and Democratic presidential primaries.
- In Ohio, businessman Bernie Moreno achieved a significant victory in the state's Republican Senate primary by defeating Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose and state Senator Matt Dolan.
- In Illinois, three legislators are facing challenging party rivals.
- President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have already secured their nominations in Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, and Ohio. The primaries now serve merely as a formality as attention shifts to the upcoming general election.
Annual inflation rose to 3.2 percent in February, hotter than expected: Consumer prices rose at faster monthly and annual rates in February, according to ...
thehill.com/business/4525863-annual-inflation-rose-to-3-2-percent-in-february/
Quick Glance: Inflation Decline and Consumer Impact
- Inflation in Germany continues to decline, primarily due to cheaper energy prices. Experts predict a further decrease in the year ahead, but with potential challenges. Higher inflation rates diminish consumer purchasing power.
- In February, energy and fuels decreased in price, while food prices increased. Services also became more expensive. Consumer prices rose by 0.4 percent compared to the previous month.
- The German government forecasts rising consumer prices and wage increases above the inflation rate. The expectation is that employees will spend the money and boost private consumption. However, the Bundesbank President warns against premature interest rate cuts.
- Despite the decline in inflation, the Bundesbank cautions against premature interest rate cuts. The European Central Bank aims for price stability in the medium term. Higher interest rates can curb demand but also burden the economy.
Airline, credit card CEOs refuse to testify at US Senate hearing: The CEOs of American Airlines, United Airlines, Visa and Mastercard will not testify at an ...
reuters.com/legal/airline-credit-card-ceos-refuse-testify-us-senate-hearing-2024-03-21/
Ready for spring break travel? L.A. County gas prices top $5 a gallon: Higher crude oil prices and increased demand for fuel from spring break road trips have ...
latimes.com/california/story/2024-03-24/gas-prices-in-la-over-5-a-gallon
Quick Glance: Rising Gas Prices in California during Spring Break
- The surge in crude oil prices and the increased demand for fuel due to spring break have led to rising gas prices in California.
- Drivers in Los Angeles County are even experiencing higher prices, averaging $5.035.
- Moreover, California is set to transition to its summer gas blend, potentially costing 15 cents more per gallon than the current winter blend, as mentioned by Shupe.
- The national average for a gallon of gas stands at $3.533, as reported by AAA.
Opinion | Schumer Stumbles Into Israeli Politics: The Senate majority leader overstepped when he demanded Netanyahu’s ouster.
wsj.com/articles/schumer-stumbles-into-israeli-politics-elections-netanyahu-rafah-overstep-6f73f706
Biden and Trump ask voters if they're 'better off' than they were 4 years ago. It's complicated
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Quick Glance: Biden Contrasts Himself with Trump Through 'Are You Better Off Today' Question
- President Joe Biden used the 'are you better off today than you were four years ago' question as a new line of attack against former President Donald Trump, reminding voters of the challenges during Trump's term.
- Biden also criticized Trump for his 'bloodbath' comment, emphasizing the need to reject political violence. He redirected the narrative by focusing on the 'better off' theme and highlighted the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic in the U.S.
- Furthermore, Biden underscored the progress made since Trump's presidency, including COVID-19 control, the return of 15 million jobs, and stock market recovery. Biden's campaign sees a resurgence of interest in a Biden-Trump rematch among voters.
- The article also mentions Biden's comments on U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz and his support for Rep. Colin Allred, positioning Cruz as an ally of Trump. Biden conveyed the message that the focus should be on Trump's intentions and actions, rather than on himself.
Congress Races to Avoid a Shutdown, Weighing Shortcuts to Their Own Rules: Despite making a deal, lawmakers face several hurdles to beating a deadline to keep ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/20/us/politics/shutdown-congress-budget-rules.html
Trump-Backed Candidates Win Key Primaries—But Ohio Victory Could Help Democrats: Trump’s endorsed candidates won primaries in Ohio, Illinois and California—but ...
forbes.com/sites/saradorn/2024/03/20/trump-backed-candidates-win-key-primaries-but-ohio-victory-could-help-democrats/
Economic institutes lower growth forecast to 0.1 percent: The leading economic institutes in Germany have drastically revised their forecast downwards ...
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Federal Reserve expected to cut rates, lift Biden's prospects: The U.S. Federal Reserve looks on track to cut interest rates as the presidential campaign season ...
reuters.com/markets/us/federal-reserve-expected-cut-rates-lift-bidens-prospects-2024-03-25/
Democrats launch effort to force vote on Ukraine: House Democrats on Tuesday formally launched their promised effort to force a vote on Ukraine aid ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4526576-democrats-launch-effort-force-vote-ukraine/
Quick Glance: Democratic Initiative for Ukraine Aid Vote
- House Democrats have officially launched their efforts to compel a vote on Ukraine aid to bring the legislation to the floor despite resistance from Republican leadership.
- Led by Rep. Jim McGovern (D-Mass.), the Democrats' request for approval requires 218 signatures to consider a Senate-approved foreign aid package providing $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian assistance in Gaza.
- The success rate of requests for approval is extremely low, and it is uncertain whether Democrats will obtain the 218 signatures they seek.
- Some liberal Democrats are already hesitant about providing more military aid to Israel, while moderate Republicans criticize the Democrats' strategy of insisting on the Senate's version of the foreign aid package.
Senate Intelligence Chair aims to declassify aspects of ‘powerful’ TikTok briefing
thehill.com/policy/technology/4545149-senate-intelligence-chair-aims-declassify-powerful-tiktok-briefing/
Israel: The Fate of Rafah: Anyone who loves Israel turns away from its government.
profil.at/meinung/israel-das-verhaengnis-von-rafah/402829324
US lawmakers pass $1.2 trillion bill, averting shutdown: Key US government agencies will remain funded until the end of September, when the fight over the budget ...
dw.com/en/us-congress-pass-12-trillion-spending-bill-avoiding-government-shutdown/a-68650479
Netanyahu would face boycotts from progressives in D.C.: Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) said he wouldn't go because Netanyahu "is a bad person."
axios.com/2024/03/21/netanyahu-visit-dc-protests-progressives
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