WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 19th 2022 Updated 23:59 ET
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BIDEN, YEAR, FIRST, JOE
A majority of respondents to a Wednesday Politico/Morning Consult poll said they believe President Joe Biden was incapable of leading the country. When asked whether Biden is capable of leading the nation through 40-year high inflation, supply chain woes,
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FILIBUSTER, VOTING, MANCHIN, RIGHTS
Senate Democrats march forward on their all-but-doomed voting rights bills Enlarge this image toggle caption Jose Luis Magana/AP Jose Luis Magana/AP Senate Democrats on Wednesday will try to get closer to a floor vote on the two voting rights bills that have
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TRUMP, NEW, JAN, COMMITTEE
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot subpoenaed and obtained phone logs connected to Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.’s fiancée, a report said. The subpoenas were served to communication companies and not directly
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UKRAINE, RUSSIA, BLINKEN, BIDEN
President Biden on Wednesday said he expected President Vladimir Putin of Russia would invade Ukraine, delivering a grim assessment of the ability of the United States and its European allies to persuade the Russian leader not to send troops across the border. “Do
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GORSUCH, SOTOMAYOR, MASK, NPR
Supreme Court justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor issued a joint statement Wednesday disputing a recent NPR report as "false" after the liberal media organization claimed the conservative justice refused to wear a mask on the bench despite requests to
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MASKS, BIDEN, N95, 400
The Biden administration has announced that it will distribute hundreds of millions of free, high-quality masks throughout the country — something the public has long requested, particularly amid a wave of the highly transmissible COVID-19 variant omicron. President
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TEXAS, HOSTAGE, SYNAGOGUE, FBI
The Texas synagogue hostage-taker is just the latest example of a long-standing obsession among global jihadist groups to free convicted Pakistani terrorist Aafia Siddiqui — a goal shared by the U.S.-based Council on American-Islamic Relations. British citizen
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BRIANNA, KUPFER, SMITH, SHAWN
The victim texted a friend that someone in the store gave her a "bad vibe." Los Angeles police are searching for the man they say killed a 24-year-old woman while she worked alone in a furniture store. The suspect, believed to be homeless, attacked Brianna
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ABUSE, MICHIGAN, REACHES, SETTLEMENT
The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 people who say they were sexually assaulted by a former sports doctor at the school during his nearly four-decade career, those involved in the agreement said Wednesday. Attorney
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SUPREME, COURT, CRUZ, CAMPAIGN
In this Supreme Court, any lawyer who dares to defend a campaign finance law knows they have little chance of prevailing. And Wednesday’s oral argument on one of the few remaining safeguards against excessive money in politics was no exception. The unfortunate
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TALLEY, LEON, ANDR, 73
André Leon Talley, the towering former creative director and editor at large of Vogue magazine, has died. He was 73. Talley’s literary agent David Vigliano confirmed Talley’s death to USA Today late Tuesday, but no additional details were immediately available. Talley
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SPEARS, BRITNEY, JAMIE, LYNN
(CNN) The public feud between Britney Spears and her sister Jamie Lynn Spears is far from over. Spears' lawyer, Mathew Rosengart, sent a legal cease-and-desist letter to the singer's younger sister on Tuesday regarding her new memoir, "Things I Should Have
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PRINCE, ANDREW, ROYAL, TWITTER
Only the royal treatment for teddy! Prince Andrew kept a cherished collection of dozens of soft toys in his Buckingham Palace bedroom — and would “shout and scream” if they were not left in the right place, according to a former police guard. Former royal
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5G, AIRLINES, DISPUTE, CHANGE
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Major international airlines canceled flights heading to the U.S. or changed the planes they’re using Wednesday, the latest complication in a dispute over concerns that new 5G mobile phone service could interfere with aircraft
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VIRGINIA, YOUNGKIN, GOV, OFFICER
Then Virginia Republican gubernatorial nominee Glenn Youngkin talks to reporters outside a polling station on the Election Day, at Rocky Run Middle School in Chantilly, Va., November 2, 2021. (Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters) Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin tapped
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MANDATE, VACCINE, RULING, STARBUCKS
Starbucks will no longer require employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine or face weekly testing, it announced in a note to employees Tuesday. The company previously planned to require employees to be vaccinated by Feb. 9, the Associated Press reported. “We respect
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COVID, TESTS, 19, FREE
Your taxpayer dollars are at work today combating the pandemic. The Biden administration is shipping 400 million N95 face masks out to pharmacies and other outlets for free distribution to the populace while also unveiling a website allowing every household
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SHOOTING, YEAR, OFFICERS, CHARGED
Three Pennsylvania police officers have been charged in connection with the shooting death of an 8-year-old girl and the wounding of three other people outside a high school football game, officials said. Sharon Hill Police officers — Devon Smith, 34, Sean
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GASPARD, ULLIEL, ACCIDENT, 37
'Hannibal' actor Gaspard Ulliel has died in a ski accident at age 37 Enlarge this image toggle caption Thibault Camus/AP Thibault Camus/AP Gaspard Ulliel, who played a young Hannibal Lecter in Hannibal Rising and starred opposite Audrey Tatou in A Very Long
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COVID, RESTRICTIONS, WAVE, OMICRON
LONDON (AP) — Face masks will no longer be mandatory in public places and schools in England and COVID-19 passports will be dropped for large events as infections level off in large parts of the country, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Wednesday. Johnson
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WARRIORS, OWNER, NBA, ESPN
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) on Tuesday called on the National Basketball Association to force Golden State Warriors part-owner Chamath Palihapitiya to sell his stake in the team after he claimed “nobody cares” about Communist China’s genocide of the Uyghurs in the
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JOHNSON, BORIS, FACES, PARLIAMENT
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a grilling from opponents in Parliament on Wednesday — and a more worrying threat from his own party’s restive lawmakers, dozens of whom are plotting to oust him over a string of lockdown-flouting government
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MAJORS, SENTENCED, TESSA, MURDER
A little more than two years after the brutal murder of Tessa Majors, an 18-year-old Barnard College student, the last teenager to be sentenced in her killing received 14 years to life in prison on Wednesday. The teenager, Rashaun Weaver, 16, had initially
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TRADING, BAN, STOCK, CONGRESSIONAL
A new poll has found that a compelling majority of voters are in favor of banning members of Congress from trading stocks, according to a report from Insider. Sixty-seven percent of voters surveyed support a stock-trading ban, according to polling conducted
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BIDEN, YEAR, FIRST, JOE
New York Post
Dear Joe … Your first year’s been a total disaster and you’re sleepwalking into re-electing Trump
Dear Joe, Happy Anniversary. Can we get a divorce? Sorry if this isn’t the most effusive of messages as you celebrate your first year in office as President of the United States. But I fear it’s exactly what many disillusioned Americans, including some
CNN
An overdue presser: Biden set to take reporters' questions in first formal news conference in months
(CNN Business) A version of this article first appeared in the "Reliable Sources" newsletter. You can sign up for free right here. When President Joe Biden walks out at 4pm ET to greet reporters assembled in the White House's East Room, it will be the first
Washington Times
Biden’s rocky first year sapped support for Democratic Party, left voters worried about what’s next
The first year of a presidency is usually the best, and that’s bad news for President Biden and his Democratic Party. As Mr. Biden on Thursday reaches the first anniversary of his inauguration, two-thirds of Americans say the nation is headed in the wrong
LA Times
After setbacks, Biden enters year two looking to emphasize accomplishments
On the eve of President Biden’s first press conference in 10 months, White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki stepped to the briefing room podium on Tuesday and referred to the television screen over her shoulder that detailed what she described as the administration’s
Breitbart
Report: Harris 'Struggling to Define Herself' After Two Difficult Resets
Vice President Kamala Harris has reportedly struggled to define herself as vice president after failing to fulfill political promises in 2021. After conducting two difficult political resets in two months, Harris is taking heat for failing to enact the destruction
Huffington Post
Biden Admits He Didn’t Anticipate ‘Stalwart’ GOP Opposition
U.S. President Joe Biden answers questions during a news conference in the East Room of the White House on Jan. 19 in Washington, D.C. Chip Somodevilla via Getty Images President Joe Biden admitted Wednesday he did not anticipate “stalwart” Republican opposition
Conservative Daily News
White House to Try Different Communications Strategy After Terrible First Year
10 SHARES 89 VIEWS Share Tweet Whatsapp Reddit Print Mail President Biden’s first year was a terrible, no good, very bad year and the White House’s answer is to take a mulligan on their communications strategy, according to an NBC News report. The plan seems
NPR
President Biden holds rare formal press conference to mark his 1st year office
President Biden holds rare formal press conference to mark his 1st year office President Biden held a rare formal press conference to mark his first year office. It comes at a particularly difficult point in his presidency. Politics President Biden holds rare
Red State
Sen. John Kennedy Humorously Sums up Joe Biden’s First Year in Office in Just 20 Seconds
As we previously reported, President Joe Biden had a terrible week last week, the vast majority of which he brought on himself not only thanks to his inability to bring his own party together but also because he exposed himself to a cross-section of voters
New York Times
Biden Can Still Rescue His Presidency
The view that the Biden presidency is flailing — and failing — has now moved from the opinion pages to the news pages, from right-wing criticism to Beltway conventional wisdom. “With the White House legislative agenda in shambles less than a year before the
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Fox News
Joe Biden is the worst president of my lifetime: Will Cain
Joe Biden is the worst president of my lifetime and might just be the worst president in American history. Politics is full of hyperbole. Politics is full of hyperbole and partisanship, and every four to eight-year cycle, those that disagree with the platform
ABC
Biden's report card: 1 year in, accomplishments and stalled priorities
The president grappled with COVID, the economy, climate change and more. With the United States facing many of the same crises that Joe Biden took on when he took office one year ago, the president has been taking stock of his legislative accomplishments --
Newsmax
MSNBC's Scarborough: Biden's 'Leftist' Governing Has 'Failed'
Joe Scarborough, co-host of MSNBC's "Morning Joe," decried on Wednesday President Joe Biden for governing as a "leftist" after being elected as a moderate. According to a Breitbart report, Scarborough said that "one of the great mysteries for historians —
CNBC
Biden backs Fed Chair Jerome Powell's likely monetary policy tightening as inflation rages
US President Joe Biden (L) looks on after announcing Jerome Powell (R) as his nominees for Chair of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve Systems during an event at the White House in Washington, DC, on November 22, 2021. "Covid-19 has created a lot
National Review
Biden Concedes Dems Must Break Up Build Back Better
President Joe Biden holds a formal news conference in the East Room of the White House in Washington, D.C., January 19, 2022. (Kevin Lamarque/Reuters) During his first press briefing of the year on Wednesday, President Biden acknowledged for the first time
CNN
The polls hold scant good news for Joe Biden one year into his presidency
WASHINGTON (CNN) As the first year of Joe Biden's presidency comes to a close, 41% of Americans approve of the way he's handling his job while 54% disapprove, according to the latest CNN Poll of Polls. Biden's approval ratings in year one declined precipitously
Town Hall
December Economic Data More Evidence of Biden’s Failed Policies
Bill Clinton’s 1992 presidential campaign famously said elections were about “the economy, stupid.” As we begin 2022, Joe Biden better hope voters don’t judge him by that same standard in this year’s upcoming midterms. The Labor Department recently released
CNN
Live updates: Joe Biden's press conference today
As he walked through the front gate of the White House complex last year for the first time as President, Joe Biden declared it felt like "going home." If the presidency seemed then like a natural fit for a 50-year creature of Washington, today its limits
Red State
The Biden Administration Wastes Another Week on a Voting Bill No One Wants
We’re halfway into yet another week of the Biden administration and the Democratic Party pushing what they call a “voting rights” bill. They are doing this despite the fact that there is almost no polling showing that this is the issue that voters care about
CNN
Joe Biden just hit a new low (polling) point of his presidency
(CNN) On the eve of his one-year anniversary in office, President Joe Biden finds himself at the lowest polling point of his tenure -- a worrisome omen for Democrats desperately trying to hold onto their House and Senate majorities this fall. That's according
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Washington Times
Biden to hold first press conference as administration looks for reset
President Biden on Wednesday will hold his first formal press conference in nearly a year after a difficult end to 2021 and an especially bad two weeks ringing in 2022. The press conference is part of a reboot for the president, who appears to be changing
LA Times
At news conference, Biden reviews first year of ‘challenges but also enormous progress’
President Biden on Wednesday sought to reframe his presidency as one “of challenges but also enormous progress,” even as he acknowledged voters were disheartened in the face of the persistent and deadly COVID-19 pandemic. “For all this progress, I know there’s
Breitbart
Ambassador Friedman: After One Year of Biden, U.S. Foreign Policy Is Adrift
I had fully anticipated substantial disagreement with President Joe Biden’s foreign policy team once it took office. After all, we had such profound differences on the Iran nuclear deal, the risks presented by the Chinese Communist Party, the Israeli-Palestinian
NPR
A year after mobilizing for Biden, young supporters feel let down on immigration
A year after mobilizing for Biden, young supporters feel let down on immigration Enlarge this image toggle caption Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images President Biden took swift action on his first day in office and reversed several of his
Washington Times
Biden says he exceeded expectations in first year, vows to stay the course
President Biden marked his first year in office Wednesday by saying his administration still needs to get inflation and COVID-19 under control, but boasted that he made “enormous progress.” Facing embarrassing losses in Congress this week and rising frustration
NPR
Voting rights protections seem destined to fail as Biden hits 1st year in office
Voting rights protections seem destined to fail as Biden hits 1st year in office As President Biden held a rare press conference to mark his first year in office, one of his top priorities — voting rights legislation — appeared destined to fail in a Senate
Fox News
Larry Kudlow on 'Kilmeade Show': Biden's first year has helped Trump's popularity 'immeasurably'
FOX Business host Larry Kudlow joined the "Brian Kilmeade Show" on Wednesday to discuss the current issues plaguing the economy and how President Biden's policies have significantly helped Donald Trump's popularity ahead of the 2022 midterm elections. Kudlow
ABC
Biden holds rare solo news conference ahead of 1-year mark in office
On the eve of the one-year anniversary of his inauguration, President Joe Biden held a formal news conference at the White House Wednesday, answering reporter questions on his handling of the pandemic, the economy and legislative agenda. "It's been a year
New York Post
Watch live: Biden holds press conference and takes reporters’ questions
President Biden is holding only his second solo White House news conference after hunkering down in the White House ahead of the first anniversary of his inauguration. Wednesday’s rare event in the East Room comes amid tanking poll numbers for the president,
CNN
Analysis: 10 crises that demand answers at Biden's press conference
(CNN) If President Joe Biden's only task in his solo press conference on Wednesday was restoring his battered political standing, it would be daunting enough. But the President will arrive in the East Room at a moment of national exhaustion and drained morale
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Fox News
McCarthy accuses Biden admin of 'downplaying' Texas 'terrorist attack'
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy accused the Biden administration of "downplaying" a "terrorist attack within our borders" following a deadly hostage standoff at a Texas synagogue over the weekend. "Over the past 48 hours, President Biden’s Justice Department
CNN
Biden to hold formal news conference as he marks first full year in office
(CNN) President Joe Biden is scheduled to hold a formal news conference on Wednesday from the White House as he marks the end of his first full year in office. Coming at 4 p.m. ET, Biden will field questions from reporters as his administration struggles to
Breitbart
Watch Live: Joe Biden Holds Rare Solo Press Conference at the White House
President Joe Biden will host a press conference on Wednesday, likely taking questions from a list of preselected reporters picked by his staff. This will be the president’s sixth solo press conference and the second formal press conference held at the White
CNN
Joe Biden enters the second year of his presidency looking for a reset after a tumultuous first 12 months
(CNN) As he walked through the front gate of the White House complex last year for the first time as President, Joe Biden declared it felt like "going home." If the presidency seemed then like a natural fit for a 50-year creature of Washington, today its limits
Washington Times
Biden complains that Trump intimidates GOP a year after leaving office
President Biden on Wednesday lamented former President Donald Trump’s lasting grip on the Republican Party, saying it is preventing the GOP from working with him on his agenda. “Did you ever think that one man out of office could intimidate an entire party
Huffington Post
Joe Biden Confirms Kamala Harris Will Be His Running Mate In 2024
President Joe Biden has no doubt that Vice President Kamala Harris will be his running mate when he seeks reelection in 2024. At a press conference Wednesday at the White House, a reporter asked Biden: “You put Vice President Harris in charge of voting rights
Fox News
Politico writer says Biden's poor polling partly due to 'hatred' for the president
Politico's Sam Stein suggested President Biden's latest poor polling numbers were partly due to right-wing individuals who were "emotional" and couldn't hide their "hatred" for the president. Recent polling from Quinnipiac gave the president a 33% approval
CNN
Biden says Harris will be his running mate should he run in 2024 and praises her on voting rights
(CNN) President Joe Biden on Wednesday said firmly that Vice President Kamala Harris will be his running mate should he run for reelection in 2024. Asked by a reporter whether he was satisfied with Harris' work leading the voting rights effort for the White
Breitbart
Poll: Joe Biden’s Job Approval Crashes to 34 Percent
Only 34 percent of respondents approved of President Joe Biden’s job performance, hitting a new low after roughly one year of being in office, according to the CIVIQS rolling job approval average. Biden also received a high (56 percent) disapproval from the
CNBC
Biden defends his first year record as agenda stalls: 'I didn't overpromise'
WASHINGTON – Facing high daily Covid cases, major legislative defeats in Washington and a souring U.S. electorate, President Joe Biden on Wednesday defended his course of action in his first year in office. "I didn't overpromise," said Biden, blaming Republicans
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Fox News
Joe 2.0: Biden attempts an upgrade as polling shows last-year's model is dangerously out of date
President Biden's decision to burst out of the gate in 2022 with something he spent most of 2021 running from — a press conference — suggests the White House is attempting to learn from the mistakes made in its first year with a shiny new approach to running
NPR
What Kamala Harris has gotten done in her 1st year as vice president
What Kamala Harris has gotten done in her 1st year as vice president People who the vice president has met with over the year while pursuing her huge — and some would say challenging — portfolio talk about what she has accomplished in the mish-mash of responsibilities. Politics
New York Post
Biden hunkers down ahead of just 2nd solo press conference to end first year
President Biden has remained out of public view this week as he prepares for just his second solo White House press conference on Wednesday amid slipping support in polls, as inflation hits a 40-year high and while COVID-19 cases stay near all-time records. Biden
NPR
Biden will hold a press conference ahead of one-year White House anniversary
Biden will hold a press conference ahead of one-year White House anniversary Enlarge this image toggle caption Evan Vucci/AP Evan Vucci/AP President Biden is expected to hold his first press conference of 2022 on Wednesday afternoon, just ahead of his one-year
New York Post
Secret Service ‘hid’ info on Hunter Biden travels, GOP senators claim
The Secret Service improperly redacted hundreds of pages of records related to Hunter Biden’s overseas travel — and apparently withheld information about trips to China, Russia and other countries, two leading Republican senators claim. In a Tuesday letter
Breitbart
Poll: Joe Biden Approval Rating Hits Record Low as He Reaches One Year as President
President Joe Biden continues suffering record-low approval ratings as he marks one year as president. Only 40 percent of voters approve of Biden’s job performance, according to the most recent Politico/Morning Consult poll, a record low for the survey. Fifty-six
Conservative Daily News
President Joe Biden’s Schedule for Wednesday, January 19, 2022
73 VIEWS Share Tweet Whatsapp Reddit Print Mail Summary: President Joe Biden will receive his daily briefing and hold a press conference. Live stream links will activate as streams become available ALL TIMES EST 10:15 AM Receive daily briefing 4:00 PM
New York Post
‘Weak’ Joe Biden gets ‘F’ grade from 37% of Americans, poll shows
A new poll has found that more than a third of Americans (37 percent) give President Biden’s first year in the White House a failing grade as his administration continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain issues and the ongoing border crisis
Conservative Daily News
Over Two-Thirds of Voters Think US On Wrong Track as Biden Finishes First Year in Office
More than two-thirds of American voters said they believed the country was on the wrong track as President Joe Biden nears a full year in office, a new poll shows. The Politico/Morning Consult poll showed 68% saying they thought the country was on the wrong
Conservative Daily News
White House President Biden Holds a Press Conference – 1/19/22
81 VIEWS Share Tweet Whatsapp Reddit Print Mail President Joe Biden holds a press conference on Tuesday. This is the first press conference he has held in several months and the fewest of any president at this time in their presidencies. The press event could
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Fox News
Why hasn't Biden fired anyone after a terrible first year?
As the first year of Joe Biden’s presidency comes to an inglorious close the litany of failures he has racked up in a mere 12 months is nothing short of astonishing. On almost every issue that the American people care about he has made things worse – and
Breitbart
Poll: Majority Believe Joe Biden Incapable of Leading the Country
A majority of respondents to a Wednesday Politico/Morning Consult poll said they believe President Joe Biden was incapable of leading the country. When asked whether Biden is capable of leading the nation through 40-year high inflation, supply chain woes,
Breitbart
Nolte: Joe Biden’s Job Approval Falls to Record Low in RCP Poll Average
His Frauduelency Joe Biden’s job approval rating crashed to a record low Wednesday in the RealClearPolitics (RCP) poll of polls. For the first time, and on the one-year anniversary of his failed presidency, Biden’s average approval rating dipped below 41 percent.
Fox News
Biden expresses optimism that 'pieces' of his Build Back Better plan can still pass
President Biden acknowledged that his Build Back Better plan may not ever pass in Congress, but expressed optimism that some parts of the legislation could still make it into law. "I'm confident we can get pieces, big chunks, of the Build Back Better law
Breitbart
Establishment Media to Ask Biden Serious Questions at Year-One Presser
The establishment media proclaimed it will ask President Biden serious questions about the failures of his administration at his press conference Wednesday, one year after taking office. After avoiding asking Biden difficult questions during the 2020 campaign
Breitbart
CCP Mocks Biden for Ordering Coronavirus Tests from China
The Global Times, an English-language newspaper operated by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), wrote an article bragging about President Joe Biden’s reliance on China to implement his coronavirus testing plan. Biden announced a plan last month to deliver 500
Fox News
Biden defends first year record, says he 'didn't overpromise,' but 'outperformed,' made 'enormous progress'
President Biden on Wednesday defended his record during his first year in office, saying he "didn’t overpromise," but instead "outperformed," maintaining the "enormous progress" his administration has made and vowed to "stay on track" going forward. During
National Review
Biden in Hidin’
As the president prepares to hold a rare press conference, the jokes practically write themselves. NRPLUS MEMBER ARTICLE P resident Joe Biden has announced his first formal press conference in months. We are all very curious about what exactly he is going
Town Hall
President Biden’s One Major Success In His First Year: Turning America Into an Abortion Haven
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. During his 2020 presidential campaign, Joe Biden promised to implement a national plan to curb the COVID-19 pandemic. As the calendar turns to 2022,
Newsmax
Politico Poll: Majority Say Biden Not 'Capable of Leading the Country'
Many Americans give President Joe Biden a failing grade for his first year in office, according to a new Politico/Morning Consult poll, that also revealed that 51% disagreed with the statement that "Biden is capable of leading the country." About 37% of respondents
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Breitbart
Poll: GOP Leads Dems Double-Digits on Economy, National Security, Jobs
The Republican Party leads Democrats by double digits on the economy, national security, and jobs creation, a Wednesday Politico/Morning Consult poll revealed. While historic polling on Monday showed voters have swung away from Democrats by 14 points, congressional
Breitbart
Poll: 60% Deem Joe Biden’s First Year in Office ‘Unsuccessful’
Most Americans rate President Joe Biden’s first year in office “unsuccessful,” a Rasmussen Reports survey released Wednesday revealed. The survey asked respondents to gauge Biden’s first year, asking, “How successful has Biden’s first year in office been?” Overall,
Breitbart
Poll: Majority of Americans Say U.S. Is ‘More Divided’ One Year into Biden’s Presidency
Most Americans say the United States is “more divided” one year into President Biden’s presidency, a Rasmussen Reports survey released Wednesday found. The survey asked respondents, “Has America become more united or more divided since Biden became president,
Fox News
Americans grade President Biden as poll numbers take another hit
President Biden faced criticism from over soaring gas prices, inflation and his policies as his approval rating sank to 35% in a recent poll. "I give him a minus 10," Stuart, of Tucson, said when asked to grade Biden on a scale of 1-10. "If you like inflation,
Fox News
Joe Concha: Media needs to press Biden on specifics in first formal press conference in months
This article is adapted from Joe Concha's video commentary. President Biden will finally hold his first formal press conference in months on Wednesday afternoon, and it comes at a tipping point of his presidency, just one year since taking office. It’s
Washington Times
Biden insists the U.S. will turn the corner on pandemic without lockdowns, school closures
President Biden said Wednesday that he dropped the ball on COVID-19 testing around Christmas but insisted he is catching up with virus-fighting programs and putting the U.S. in the position to beat back the pandemic without resorting to lockdowns. Mr. Biden
Fox News
Biden to hold press conference marking first year of his presidency amid flagging poll numbers
President Biden is set to hold his first formal press conference in months Wednesday afternoon — a day before the one-year anniversary of his inauguration. The press conference will be the president’s 10th since taking office. Biden has held fewer press
New York Post
Hidin’ Biden’s first year saw fewest press conferences in a generation
President Joe Biden promised us the most transparent administration in American history. Instead, the man who campaigned largely from his basement is still Hidin’ Biden: He held fewer press conferences than any of his five immediate predecessors the first year
Fox News
Biden COVID-19 promises on eliminating virus, fixing testing fall flat during first year in office
"We're working on it." That's what White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki said last month when asked about President Biden's campaign promise to "shut down" COVID-19. On the anniversary of the Biden's inauguration, that effort is still a work in progress
Breitbart
The Big Lie: Joe Biden Casts Doubt on Legitimacy of Midterm Elections
President Joe Biden questioned the legitimacy of the 2022 midterm elections, after repeatedly lecturing former President Donald Trump and Republicans for casting doubts on the 2020 presidential election. During a press conference at the White House, Biden
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BBC
Joe Biden: Scoring the US president's first year in office
Joe Biden: Scoring the US president's first year in office By Robin Levinson-King & Mike Hills BBC News Published 24 minutes ago Image source, EPA When he took office as the 46th US president, Joe Biden declared that his ascension was the "triumph not of
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FILIBUSTER, VOTING, MANCHIN, RIGHTS
Huffington Post
Voting Rights Bill Heads For Defeat As Manchin, Sinema Back GOP Against Filibuster Change
The yearlong quest to enact new voting rights legislation is likely to end in the Senate on Wednesday, with Democratic Sens. Joe Manchin (W.Va.) and Kyrsten Sinema (Ariz.) all but certain to side with the 50 Republicans against changing Senate filibuster rules
Breitbart
Bernie Sanders Open to Primarying Joe Manchin, Kyrsten Sinema
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) said Tuesday that he would be open to primarying Sens. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ), who do not support breaking the filibuster. One congressional reporter asked Sanders if he would support a primary challenger to
ABC
Senate braces for showdown over voting rights, filibuster rule
In a rare event, the Senate will convene on Wednesday morning with all Democrats instructed to be in their seats inside the chamber when the business begins as they try to move forward on voting rights legislation and a challenge a long-standing Senate rule,
Washington Times
Senate Democrats barrel toward doomed vote to remake filibuster
Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer pledged Tuesday to hold a vote on changing the filibuster rules to require that lawmakers speak continuously on the floor to block the passage of legislation. Mr. Schumer, New York Democrat, said the change was needed
CNN
Senate Republicans again expected to block Democrats' voting legislation
(CNN) Senate Republicans are expected to once again block a voting bill put forward by Democrats in the latest partisan showdown over voting rights, an issue Democrats are seeking to spotlight despite the fact that they lack the votes to pass the legislation. The
National Review
Manchin Welcomes Primary Challenge over Opposition to Nuclear Option for Filibuster
Sen. Joe Manchin (D., W. Va.) speaks on Capitol Hill, December 1, 2020. (Kevin Lamarque/Reuters) Despite the resistance he’s faced from his party over his opposition to reforming the legislative filibuster through unconventional avenues, moderate Democratic
New York Times
In Voting Rights Fight, Democrats Train Ire on Sinema and Manchin
WASHINGTON — This past Martin Luther King Jr. Day, with a fight for voting rights again at the center of the political agenda, one quotation from the slain civil rights leader’s vast repertoire dominated liberals’ calls to action. “I had hoped that the white
Fox News
Vulnerable Senate Dem Kelly says he'll vote to nuke filibuster, leaving Manchin and Sinema even more isolated
Sen. Mark Kelly said he'll support changing the Senate filibuster if Republicans block Democrat-backed election bills Wednesday night, erasing speculation about whether he might buck Democratic leadership on the controversial vote. "My year in the Senate
LA Times
Democrats near defeat with voting rights push poised to fail
A key part of President Biden’s legislative agenda is headed toward another defeat Wednesday, handing Democrats their second high-profile setback in as many months. The Senate will hold a procedural vote Wednesday night to advance a pair of voting rights bills
Newsmax
Sports Figures Pressure Manchin to Support Democrats' Voting Legislation
A group of prominent sports figures wrote to Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., last week asking him to support Democrats’ efforts in passing voting legislation. Alabama head football coach Nick Saban, former NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, and Los Angeles Lakers
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CNBC
Senate to vote on doomed voting rights bills, filibuster changes in final push for Democrats
A message for the senate to pass voting rights legislation sponsored by The Declaration for American Democracy, is seen on 3rd Street SW, on Tuesday, January 18, 2022. The Senate could decide the fate of sweeping voting rights bills and proposed changes to
New York Post
Joe Manchin slams Democrats’ push to eliminate filibuster, calls it ‘easy way out’
Moderate Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin slammed his colleagues’ effort to alter or eliminate the filibuster in an attempt to pass sweeping election reform Wednesday, just hours before the Senate put the rule change to a vote. “For the last year, my Democratic
Vox
Democrats’ voting rights debacle
Sometimes there is no plan. Democrats’ big voting rights push is headed for a brick wall in the Senate — again. To get their bill past the filibuster, they need all 50 Senate Democrats to support changing the chamber’s rules. And Sens. Joe Manchin (D-WV) and
Red State
'Bring It On': Manchin Signals He Won't Be Intimidated by His Fellow Democrats
The left has been doing its level best to pressure and intimidate Democrat Senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema into supporting the elimination of the Senate filibuster, which has been an obstacle between the Democrats and their ability to pass whatever
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Senate Democrats march forward on their all-but-doomed voting rights bills
Senate Democrats march forward on their all-but-doomed voting rights bills Enlarge this image toggle caption Jose Luis Magana/AP Jose Luis Magana/AP Senate Democrats on Wednesday will try to get closer to a floor vote on the two voting rights bills that have
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Democratic state lawmakers urge Congress to pass federal voting legislation
Colorado Democrats in the House and Senate on Tuesday passed resolutions calling on Congress to pass federal voting legislation. The House and Senate resolutions were introduced last week to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and both lauded Colorado’s
CNN
Nick Saban and other sports figures urge Manchin to help pass voting rights bill
(CNN) University of Alabama football coach Nick Saban and other prominent sports figures with ties to West Virginia have penned a letter to Sen. Joe Manchin, urging the West Virginia Democrat to help his party pass voting rights legislation. NBA Hall of Famer
Newsmax
Sports Figures Pressure Manchin to Support Democrats' Voting Rights Legislation
A group of prominent sports figures wrote to Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., last week asking him to support Democrats’ efforts in passing voting rights legislation. Alabama head football coach Nick Saban, NFL Commissioner Paul Tagliabue, and Los Angeles Lakers
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EMILY's List Threatens To Pull Support For Kyrsten Sinema Over Voting Rights
Democratic political group EMILY’s List said that they will not be supporting Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.) in elections moving forward if she maintains her stance of not changing filibuster rules, effectively blocking federal legislation on voting rights from
Breitbart
Abortion Industry Threatens Sinema for Refusal to Support Filibuster Change
A desperate abortion industry is now threatening Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) for her refusal to support the Senate Democrats’ attempt at a federal takeover of elections through an effort to break the filibuster rule. In a year that has seen the U.S. Supreme
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CNN
Pro-voting ideas: Say goodbye to making Election Day a federal holiday and other proposals
A version of this story appeared in CNN's What Matters newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here (CNN) The ongoing debate over a national standard for voting will reach its climax, for now, on Capitol Hill this week. Millions of American
Fox News
Biden banking on a PR ‘reset’ as Democrats showcase voting rights failure
Senate Democrats launched an effort yesterday to get an up-or-down verdict on voting rights legislation, knowing full well they are going to lose. The question is, why? It seems to me to be a public display of weakness: Yes, we really want to change the voting
New York Times
Emily’s List Threatens to Pull Support From Sinema Over Filibuster Stance
WASHINGTON — One of the largest contributors to Senator Kyrsten Sinema’s political rise announced on Tuesday that it would cut off its financial support if the senator continues to refuse to change the Senate’s filibuster rules to allow for passage of far-reaching
Fox News
Top House Democrat calls out GOP refusal to move voting legislation forward: 'It's a cult right now'
Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., called out 16 GOP senators for refusing to support voting rights legislation they once backed and suggested their opposition is a result of their allegiance to their "cult leader," former President Donald Trump. Jeffries, the
New York Times
Live Updates: Senate Debates Voting Rights Bill
Jan. 19, 2022, 9:21 a.m. ET Jan. 19, 2022, 9:21 a.m. ET Image “If the Senate cannot protect the right to vote, which is the cornerstone of our democracy, then the Senate rules must be reformed,” Senator Chuck Schumer said. Credit... Sarahbeth Maney/The New
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Democrat Mark Kelly Backs Breaking Filibuster to Pass Voting Rights Reform
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) said in a statement on Wednesday that he would support changes to break the filibuster to pass two voting rights reform bills. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) said Tuesday that the Democrat-led Senate will move to strike
New York Times
Senate Opens Voting Rights Debate, With Legislative Defeat Looming
WASHINGTON — Democrats pushed forward on Tuesday with what appeared to be a futile bid to enact voting rights protections over Republican opposition, taking up legislation that they said was urgently needed to counter widespread balloting suppression efforts
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Nick Saban Co-Signs Letter to Manchin Backing Election Bill, But Not Scrapping Filibuster
University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban has co-signed a letter to West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin (D) to support the Freedom to Vote Act. However, the coach later stressed that he did not support killing the Senate’s 60-vote filibuster. In addition
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West Virginia Lawmakers Introduce 15-Week Abortion Ban
A participant holds a sign at the Women's March "Hold The Line For Abortion Justice" at the U.S. Supreme Court on December 01, 2021 in Washington, DC. Leigh Vogel via Getty Images CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia lawmakers have introduced a bill to ban
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Watch — Stevie Wonder Scolds Senate: ‘The Filibuster Is Not Working for Democracy’
Stevie Wonder pushed for the Senate to pass the Democrats much-ballyhooed “voting rights” legislation, urging them to “cut the ‘bull-tish” and allow for rule changes on the filibuster. “Any senator who cannot support the protection of voting rights in the
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National Review
Schumer Proposes Talking Filibuster in Attempt to Introduce Voting Bills
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D., N.Y.) is flanked by Sens. Raphael Warnock (D., Ga.) and Jon Ossoff (D., Ga.) as he speaks to the media about the voting bills on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., January 13, 2022. (Jonathan Ernst/Reuters) Senate Majority
Washington Times
Sanders open to backing primary challenges to Manchin, Sinema over filibuster stance
Sen. Bernard Sanders is publicly urging primary challenges to moderate Democrats standing in the way of blowing up the 60-vote filibuster threshold. Mr. Sanders, a self-described socialist from Vermont, said it was vital to jettison the filibuster if it continued
Fox News
Schumer to propose talking filibuster in last-minute attempt to persuade Manchin, Sinema
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will propose a talking filibuster in an attempt to persuade Sens. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., and Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., to change Senate rules and allow a vote on the Democratic-led effort to overhaul the U.S. election system. "If
Newsmax
Sen. Mark Kelly to Conditionally Support Filibuster Change
In a statement Wednesday, Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona said he will conditionally support proposed changes to Senate filibuster rules. “If campaign finance and voting rights reforms are blocked again this week, I will support the proposed changes
Breitbart
Markey: Filibuster Is ‘Racist in its Origin, It’s Racist in Its Intent’
Senator Ed Markey (D-MA) said Tuesday on MSNBC’s “Hallie Jackson Reports” that the Senate’s filibuster was “racist” in its origin and intent. Markey added the Democrats will “ultimately have a vote on whether or not we repeal the filibuster.” Markey said,
Fox News
Schumer to propose talking filibuster amid voting rights clash
Good morning and welcome to Fox News First. Here's what you need to know as you start your day Schumer to propose talking filibuster in last-minute attempt to persuade Manchin, Sinema Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will propose a talking filibuster
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McConnell: With filibuster vote, Schumer is 'trying to short-circuit a debate that he cannot win'
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., accused Democrats pushing to eliminate the filibuster for a voting rights bill of playing up "fake panic" in order to undermine the American political system. In remarks on the Senate floor Wednesday morning,
Washington Times
Kelly backs doomed Senate vote to change filibuster ahead of tough reelection battle
Sen. Mark Kelly pledged on Wednesday to stick with fellow Democrats in supporting a doomed effort to change the filibuster, putting him at odds with fellow Arizona Sen. Kyrsten Sinema. Mr. Kelly, who is facing a tough reelection campaign this year, said the
Newsmax
Sen. Manchin Defends Filibuster Stance Amid Primary Threats
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., defended his opposition to altering the legislative filibuster Tuesday, telling leftists threatening a potential primary challenge to "bring it on." "I've been primaried my entire life," Manchin told reporters Thursday. "That would
Red State
Mark Kelly Finally Reveals How He Will Vote on the Filibuster
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) is up for election this year. That may be a big part of why he just caved to the pressure from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) demanding that all Democrats get in line to do away with the filibuster to pass their election
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Nick Saban, others urge Manchin to help pass voting rights bill
University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban and other prominent sports figures with ties to West Virginia have urged U.S. Sen. Joe Manchin to support sweeping legislation to protect the right to vote. Saban was joined by NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West,
Red State
Bernie Sanders Endorses Primary Challenges to Senators Sinema and Manchin
If you need to say anything about the progressive wing (Bernie Sanders) of the Democrat party I think it is safe to say that they are consistently bad. Yet, they are consistent. The latest fallout from the Democrats in charge of the Senate coming on the heels
Fox News
Senate GOP campaign arm sends Schumer gift basket for forcing vulnerable members to take filibuster stand
The National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) Thursday brought a fruit basket to the Capitol for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, thanking the chamber's top Democrat for forcing his vulnerable members on the record in a vote to get rid of the legislative
Newsmax
Schumer to Move to Halt Filibuster on Dems' Election Reform Bills
If Republicans do not allow the debate on Democrats' two voting reform bills, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is vowing to drop the Senate's 60-vote filibuster rule to proceed to the debate and the vote, regardless of Republican and Democrat opposition. "Win,
Newsmax
Sanders Says He May Back Manchin, Sinema Primary Challengers
Sen. Bernie Sanders suggested Tuesday that he'd support primary challengers against Democratic colleagues Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema, further intensifying a political battle pitting members of President Joe Biden's party against one another. Sanders told
Red State
Kyrsten Sinema Sips Tea Somewhere as NARAL, Emily’s List Unintentionally Do Her a Favor
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.) is no stranger to being targeted, vilified, and harassed by members of her own party to the point of even getting stalked going into the women’s restroom. Through it all, Sinema usually takes it in stride, occasionally trolling
Washington Times
Schumer admits filibuster gambit poised for defeat
Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer admitted Wednesday that Democrats are likely to lose their battle to change the filibuster and as a result won’t be able to pass President Biden’s rewrite of the nation’s voting laws. The New York Democrat said both
Newsmax
Emily's List Says It Will Cut Off Sinema Over Filibuster Stance
Emily's List, the largest financial contributor to Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's campaign for office, is threatening to cut off its support of the Arizona Democrat if she keeps refusing to agree to change the Senate's filibuster rules in a push to pass the party's
Washington Times
Democrats hunt for new ways to twist filibuster, force passage of their election overhaul
Senate Democrats scrambled Tuesday in search of an alternative to change the filibuster without blowing it up after the conference fractured over a plan to use the “nuclear option.” The effort is particularly complicated since any change to the Senate’s longstanding
Fox News
Emily’s List refuses to support Sinema for reelection
A political action committee dedicated to helping elect to office female Democratic candidates who support allowing abortion says it will no longer endorse Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, D-Ariz., over her opposition to a change in Senate rules. In a statement released
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TRUMP, NEW, JAN, COMMITTEE
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DOJ Plans to Give Jan. 6 House Panel 4 Pages of Trump Records
The House select committee investigating events surrounding the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol will receive four pages of Trump White House records Wednesday evening, the Department of Justice said. The DOJ told a federal appeals court earlier in the day
Huffington Post
Lara Trump Slammed On Twitter For Her Most Clueless Biden Complaint Yet
Fox News contributor Lara Trump is getting a lesson in recent history on Twitter after her latest gripe about President Joe Biden. Trump, the daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump via her marriage to his son Eric Trump, said Biden was spending too
Red State
Former Trump Officials Plot to Block Donald's Return to White House
Welp, that got ugly, fast. A group of former Trump administration officials held a secretive conference call on Monday night to discuss plans to throw a monkey wrench into a probable 2024 bid by the Donald to return to the White House. Just one problem: Even
CNN
Small number of Trump-era White House documents set to be turned over to January 6 committee
(CNN) The National Archives plans to release four pages of Trump-era White House documents to the House on Wednesday, in what appears to be the first time the committee that's investigating the January 6 riot would get records that former President Donald Trump
Washington Times
New York AG says Trump’s company misled banks, tax officials
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York attorney general’s office late Tuesday told a court its investigators had uncovered evidence that former President Donald Trump’s company used “fraudulent or misleading” asset valuations to get loans and tax benefits. The court
NPR
Jan. 6 panel seeks phone records from Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle
Jan. 6 panel seeks phone records from Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle Enlarge this image toggle caption Jacquelyn Martin/AP Jacquelyn Martin/AP The Democratic-led House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack is moving closer into former President
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January 6 Committee Subpoenas Phone Records of Eric Trump, Kimberly Guilfoyle; Trump Lawyers, Too
The U.S. House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack has subpoenaed the personal phone records of former President Donald Trump’s son Eric, as well as those of Kimberly Guilfoyle, who is engaged to marry Donald Trump, Jr. The report — an exclusive by CNN,
New Republic
Trump’s Embarrassingly Bad Math May Be His Best Defense
So what if he inflated his apartment size? If Trump was trying to impress someone on a date or brag to his associates, then it wouldn’t be a matter for state and local investigators. But Trump happened to list the inflated value on a series of annual financial
New York Post
Jan. 6 committee subpoenas phone records of Eric Trump, Kimberly Guilfoyle
The House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol riot subpoenaed and obtained phone logs connected to Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle, Donald Trump Jr.’s fiancée, a report said. The subpoenas were served to communication companies and not directly
New York Times
N.Y. Attorney General Outlines Pattern of Possible Fraud at Trump Business
The New York State attorney general, Letitia James, accused Donald J. Trump’s family business late Tuesday of repeatedly misrepresenting the value of its assets to bolster its bottom line, saying in court papers that the company had engaged in “fraudulent or
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Fox News
Allowing aliens to vote in New York City violates state law and devalues citizenship
In a saner age, something referred to as the "Non-Citizen Voting Law" would be instantly recognized as a contradiction in terms and laughed out of city hall. But this is 2022, and New York City has just implemented a law permitting aliens to vote in local,
CNBC
January 6 riot probe to get 4 pages of Trump White House documents while his lawyer threatens legal action
The Department of Justice told a federal appeals court Wednesday that four pages of Trump White House records will be given to the select House committee investigating the January 6 Capitol riot later in the day, saying the documents are not covered by a temporary
Town Hall
The Message in the Polls: Trump's Done
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. Our media are obsessed with Donald Trump, but Trump's obsessed with Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida. For months now, Trump's been playing the aging
ABC
New York AG says Trump's company misled banks, tax officials
The New York attorney general’s office says its civil investigation has uncovered evidence that former President Donald Trump's company used “fraudulent or misleading” asset valuations to get loans and tax benefits NEW YORK -- The New York attorney general’s
Newsmax
Jan. 6 Panel Won't Be 'Harmed by Delay,' Trump's Lawyers Tell Supreme Court
Former President Donald Trump's legal team told the Supreme Court that the House committee investigating Jan. 6, 2021, would not be harmed if the justices delayed the transfer of Trump administration records to congressional investigators, according to The
USA Today
NY AG: Trump's company misled banks, tax officials
NY AG: Trump's company misled banks, tax officials The New York attorney general’s office late Tuesday told a court its investigators had uncovered evidence that former President Donald Trump’s company used “fraudulent or misleading” asset valuations to get
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NY AG Seeks Testimony From Trump, His Children Over Financial Dealings
New York Attorney General Letitia James said late on Tuesday that former U.S. President Donald J. Trump's family organization used "fraudulent or misleading" asset valuations to obtain economic benefits, including loans, insurance coverage, and tax deductions. James
LA Times
McCarthy’s rejection of the Jan. 6 committee sets up political and legal showdown
House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s refusal to cooperate with the congressional committee investigating last year’s Capitol assault marks his most definitive rejection of the Jan. 6 probe — thrusting him and the committee into uncharted legal and political
Fox News
Handful of Trump White House documents to be released to Jan. 6 committee unless Supreme Court intervenes
The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot is set to receive a limited number of Trump White House documents later Wednesday, material the former president has sought to withhold, unless the Supreme Court makes a last-minute intervention. The National
CNN
'You're telling the truth or not': George Conway on Trump Org.
The New York attorney general's office has subpoenaed two of former President Donald Trump's adult children Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump, Jr for testimony as part of its civil investigation into whether the Trump Organization manipulated the values of its
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Fox News
Trump ally in Georgia highlights former president's endorsement as he runs for lieutenant governor
EXCLUSIVE: In a Republican Party still very much dominated by Donald Trump, an endorsement by the former president in a contested GOP primary is most often a highly sought after and prized possession. Republican state Sen. Burt Jones has such an endorsement,
CNN
Michael Cohen on how Trump would inflate property values
New York Attorney General Letitia James has alleged that her office has uncovered "significant" evidence "indicating that the Trump Organization used fraudulent or misleading asset valuations to obtain a host of economic benefits, including loans, insurance
Fox News
January 6 committee subpoenas Rudy Giuliani, 3 others over election fraud claims
The January 6 House Select Committee announced Tuesday that it has issued subpoenas for four more individuals in former President Trump’s circle, including former New York City mayor and Trump attorney Rudy Giuliani. "The Select Committee is looking into
NPR
Trump Organization deceived banks and IRS, New York Attorney General James says
Trump Organization deceived banks and IRS, New York Attorney General James says New York's Attorney General says the Trump Organization deliberately misled banks, insurers and the IRS for many years. She lays out her evidence in a new court filing. Law Trump
Town Hall
Trump v. DeSantis: Advantage, DeSantis
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. Things keep changing. A few months ago I thought Trump would not run. Then I thought he would run. Now, I don’t think so once again. And one of the
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Both DOJ And Jan. 6 Committee Closing In On Trump And His Family, New Filings Show
WASHINGTON ― Investigators from both the Department of Justice and the House Jan. 6 committee appear to be edging closer to former President Donald Trump and his immediate family for their roles in the events leading up to that day’s violent assault on the
Breitbart
Pollak: Democrats Are Abusing January 6 Committee to Create Their Own Wikileaks
The news Tuesday that the U.S. House Select Committee on the January 6 Attack has subpoenaed the personal telephone records of President Donald Trump’s son, Eric; his son Don Jr.’s fiancée, Kimberly Guilfoyle; and several of his attorneys, including former
NPR
New York's attorney general says Trump's company misled banks, tax officials
New York's attorney general says Trump's company misled banks, tax officials Enlarge this image toggle caption Richard Drew/AP Richard Drew/AP NEW YORK — The New York attorney general's office late Tuesday told a court that its investigators had uncovered
CNBC
Supreme Court rejects Trump request to block release of records to January 6 committee
President Donald Trump in East Room of the White House in Washington. The Supreme Court late Wednesday afternoon rejected a request by former President Donald Trump to block White House records from being sent to a House select committee investigating the
Huffington Post
Ex-GOP Lawmaker Warns: Ron DeSantis ‘Far More Dangerous’ Than Donald Trump
Former Rep. David Jolly (R-Fla.) has no doubt that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) would be “far more dangerous” leading Donald Trump’s base and as president than the former president himself. “He’s more savvy. He’s more coy. And he doesn’t have the pitfalls
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New York Times
Prosecutors Said to Have Asked About Trump’s Role in Jan. 6 Riot
For months, the Justice Department has provided little public indication of whether, or how seriously, it is investigating the role played by former President Donald J. Trump in the violent attack on the Capitol last Jan. 6. But on Tuesday, for the first time,
Huffington Post
New York AG Acts To Compel Trumps To Testify In Financial Fraud Case
New York Attorney General Letitia James took legal action Tuesday night against former President Donald Trump and two of his children, Donald Trump Jr. and Ivanka Trump, to compel them to testify in a civil investigation into the Trump Organization’s financial
NPR
Jan. 6 panel is seeking phone records from Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle
Jan. 6 panel is seeking phone records from Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoyle The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol has requested phone records of Eric Trump and Kimberly Guilfoye, the fiancee of the former president's eldest son. National
CNN
Takeaways and new details from the New York AG's investigation into Trump's business empire
New York (CNN) New York Attorney General Letitia James laid out new, specific details about what her office believes to be "misleading or fraudulent" financial statements from former President Donald Trump's business empire in a late-night court filing on Tuesday. The
CNN
New York attorney general's office says it has identified numerous 'misleading statements and omissions' in Trump Org. financial statements
(CNN) New York Attorney General Letitia James' office says it needs the testimony of former President Donald Trump and two of his adult children to determine their knowledge of what investigators say they have identified as numerous "misleading statements and
ABC
'Significant evidence' of alleged fraud in Trump business investigation, NY AG says
New York Attorney General Letitia James said that her office has uncovered "significant evidence" of fraud in her civil investigation of former President Donald Trump and the Trump Organization. The unusual statement amid an ongoing investigation came as James'
Chicago Tribune
New York AG says Trump’s company misled banks, tax officials
“For more than two years, the Trump Organization has used delay tactics and litigation in an attempt to thwart a legitimate investigation into its financial dealings,” James said. “Thus far in our investigation, we have uncovered significant evidence that suggests
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Blinken urges unity to fight 'relentless' Russian aggression
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is urging western nations to remain unified in the face of what he calls “relentless” Russian aggression against Ukraine KYIV, Ukraine -- U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged western nations on Wednesday to remain
Washington Times
Biden warns Moscow will be hit with the toughest sanctions yet if Russia invades Ukraine
President Biden on Wednesday warned Russia will “pay a stiff price” if it invades Ukraine. Russia has stationed 100,000 troops near the Ukraine border, raising fears that an invasion is imminent. “If they actually do what they are capable of, it is going
New York Times
Live Updates: Biden Predicts Putin Will Invade Ukraine
President Biden on Wednesday said he expected President Vladimir Putin of Russia would invade Ukraine, delivering a grim assessment of the ability of the United States and its European allies to persuade the Russian leader not to send troops across the border. “Do
Fox News
Sen. Portman warns Russia invading Ukraine would be a 'terrible mistake,' reaffirms US support of Ukraine
Senator Rob Portman, R-Ohio, joined "America's Newsroom" to discuss rising tension between Russia and Ukraine, warning it would be a "terrible mistake" if Putin invaded the country as the Kremlin amasses troops on the border. Portman told co-hosts Dana Perino
CNN
Blinken: Russia has plans in place to increase force on Ukraine borders 'even more'
(CNN) Russia has plans to further increase its military forces on Ukrainian borders, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday in remarks to personnel at the US Embassy in Kyiv. "We know that there are plans in place to increase that force even more
New York Post
Alexei Navalny accuses US of ‘accepting Putin’s agenda’ during Ukraine tensions
Russian dissident Alexei Navalny accused the United States and its Western allies of letting themselves be bullied by Russian President Vladimir Putin during a months-long correspondence with Time magazine amid growing tensions between Washington and Moscow
LA Times
Blinken offers assurances, more military aid to a Ukraine fearing Russian invasion
Secretary of State Antony J. Blnken delivered in-person assurances to Ukraine’s besieged leaders Wednesday, threatening to punish Russia if it invades the former Soviet republic. “The world is watching,” Blinken said in a short news conference with Ukraine’s
Newsmax
Blinken in Kyiv Urges Putin to Choose 'Peaceful Path' on Ukraine
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Wednesday urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to choose the "peaceful path" on Ukraine, as he visited Kyiv in a show of support ahead of crunch talks with Russia later this week. In Ukraine in advance of talks with
NPR
As tension over Ukraine continues, Russia says it has no plans to stage an attack
As tension over Ukraine continues, Russia says it has no plans to stage an attack Enlarge this image toggle caption Mark Wilson/Getty Images Mark Wilson/Getty Images Amid a flurry of diplomatic efforts aimed at preventing a feared Russian invasion of Ukraine,
Breitbart
U.S. Delivers Military Aid to Ukraine as Russia Issues Security Demands
The Biden administration said Wednesday an additional $200 million in unspecified defensive military aid is on its way to Ukraine as Russia issued demands for sweeping security guarantees in the troubled region. A senior U.S. State Department official said
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CNBC
Biden says he thinks Putin will order invasion of Ukraine, vows 'disaster for Russia'
WASHINGTON – President Joe Biden said Wednesday that he expects Russian President Vladimir Putin to order an invasion of Ukraine, and warned that "a disaster" awaits Russia if that happened. Biden's remarks came after intelligence agencies warned such an attack
Red State
Kyiv Is 'Stunned' That Biden Appears to Greenlight 'Minor Incursion' Into Ukraine
Joe Biden gave a press conference on Wednesday during which he covered a lot of topics including their false ‘voting rights’ push and the border. But one of the things that he said that raised a lot of eyebrows was when he was asked about what would cause
CNN
Ukraine warns Russia has 'almost completed' build-up of forces near border
(CNN) Ukraine has warned that Russia has "almost completed" its build-up of forces that could be used for an offensive against the country, compounding fears that Moscow could launch an invasion at any time. According to the Ukrainian Defense Ministry's latest
Washington Times
Blinken huddles with Ukraine’s president amid rising Russia fears
Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Wednesday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv to kick off a hastily organized European mission to head off Russian military action against the former Soviet republic. Mr. Blinken also met with U.S. Embassy
NPR
The U.S. will provide $200 million in military aid to Ukraine amid crisis
The U.S. will provide $200 million in military aid to Ukraine amid crisis Enlarge this image toggle caption Andrew Harnik/AP File Photo Andrew Harnik/AP File Photo KYIV, Ukraine — As U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Ukraine, the Biden administration
Washington Times
Hardline Iranian president proposes extensive cooperation accord on first trip to Russia
Hardline Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has floated a 20-year strategic cooperation agreement with Russia on the first day of a two-day trip to Moscow, Russian news outlets reported Wednesday. Russian President Vladimir Putin is hosting the Iranian leader
New York Times
Blinken Visits Ukraine, Warning of ‘Short Notice’ Russian Attack
KYIV — Two days before a meeting with the Russian foreign minister in Geneva, Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said on Wednesday that Russia could attack Ukraine “on very short notice” and warned of “confrontation and consequences for Russia” if it does. Mr.
New York Post
Blinken arrives in Ukraine, says Russia could attack at short notice
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Kyiv on Wednesday in a whistle-stop diplomatic push to defuse tensions with Moscow over Ukraine, warning that Russia could launch a new attack at “very short notice”. Blinken will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr
CNN
Biden predicts Russian invasion of Ukraine, but says 'minor incursion' may prompt discussion over consequences
(CNN) President Joe Biden on Wednesday predicted a Russian invasion of Ukraine, citing existential concerns by the country's president, Vladimir Putin, even as he warned of significant economic consequences should such an incursion occur. But he suggested
Fox News
Blinken says nomination for Ukraine ambassador 'forthcoming very shortly'
Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Wednesday that a nomination for the ambassador to Ukraine would be "forthcoming very shortly" – amid growing fears of a Russian incursion into the U.S. ally. At a press conference alongside Ukrainian Foreign Minister
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NPR
In Kyiv, Secretary Blinken vowed to stand with Ukraine as Russia tensions continue
In Kyiv, Secretary Blinken vowed to stand with Ukraine as Russia tensions continue U.S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is in Kyiv, assuring Ukrainian officials of American support in the face of a threatened Russian invasion. World In Kyiv, Secretary Blinken
New York Post
Blinken urges Western ‘unity,’ warns Russia could attack Ukraine on ‘short notice’
Secretary of State Antony Blinken accused Russia Wednesday of trying to sow division between the US and its European allies and urged Western nations to remain united against Moscow’s “relentless aggression.” Blinken met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr
Breitbart
Biden Gives Up on Stopping Putin in Ukraine: ‘He Will Move In, He Has to Do Something’
President Joe Biden appeared to give up the idea of stopping Russian President Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine, telling reporters at a press conference Wednesday that “he will move in, he has to do something.” Biden answered questions at a special press
Washington Times
Biden meets with bipartisan group of senators to discuss Ukraine
President Biden on Wednesday met virtually with a bipartisan group of senators to discuss Russia’s military buildup along the Ukraine border, the White House said. “President Biden and the senators exchanged views on the best ways the United States can continue
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GORSUCH, SOTOMAYOR, MASK, NPR
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Justice Sotomayor Staying Home Due to Maskless Justice Gorsuch
Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, 67, is remaining remote during oral arguments because Justice Neil Gorsuch, 54, has decided to remain maskless on the bench, according to reports. Sotomayor is diabetic and was the only justice to wear a face mask when
CNBC
Supreme Court's Gorsuch, Sotomayor dodge key detail as they deny rift over Covid masks
Justices of the US Supreme Court pose for their official photo at the Supreme Court in Washington, DC on November 30, 2018. Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil Gorsuch on Wednesday denied their relationship has been frayed over a disagreement about
Fox News
Sotomayor, Gorsuch dispute NPR report about masking feud in joint statement: ‘It is false’
Supreme Court justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor issued a joint statement Wednesday disputing a recent NPR report as "false" after the liberal media organization claimed the conservative justice refused to wear a mask on the bench despite requests to
CNN
Sotomayor and Gorsuch say they are 'warm colleagues and friends' amid masking dustup
(CNN) Supreme Court Justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor issued an unusual statement Wednesday asserting there is no tension on the high court around masking and stressing that Sotomayor did not ask Gorsuch to wear a mask while on the bench. In the rare
National Review
Justices Sotomayor, Gorsuch Deny Reported Clash over Mask-Wearing
Judge Neil Gorsuch is sworn in as an associate justice of the Supreme Court in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington, April 10, 2017. (Carlos Barria/Reuters) Supreme Court justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor issued a joint statement Wednesday
New York Times
Roberts, Sotomayor and Gorsuch Address Reports of Conflicts Over Masks
WASHINGTON — In an unusual joint statement on Wednesday, Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil M. Gorsuch sought to rebut reports that Justice Gorsuch’s refusal to wear a mask at Supreme Court arguments has created tensions between them. “Reporting that Justice
Red State
Mask Story About Sotomayor and Gorsuch Was Utter Bunk From the Liberal Media
We wrote earlier about a supposed controversy between Justice Sonia Sotomayor and Justice Neil Gorsuch that was reported by NPR. Allegedly, Justice Sotomayor asked Justice Gorsuch to wear a mask since she didn’t feel safe from COVID because she has diabetes.
NY Daily News
Supreme Court downplays report that Justice Gorsuch wouldn’t wear COVID mask to protect Justice Sotomayor's health
“Reporting that Justice Sotomayor asked Justice Gorsuch to wear a mask surprised us. It is false,” the two jurists said in the statement issued by the court. “While we may sometimes disagree about the law, we are warm colleagues and friends.”
New York Post
Sotomayor, Gorsuch deny NPR report of Supreme Court mask drama
Supreme Court Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil Gorsuch issued a joint statement Wednesday denying a National Public Radio report that claimed Gorsuch’s refusal to wear a mask during oral arguments has forced Sotomayor to participate remotely from her office.
Huffington Post
Supreme Court Justices Issue Confusing Statement On Gorsuch Refusal To Wear Mask
As the highly transmissible omicron variant continues to spread, Chief Justice John Roberts has asked his colleagues on the court to wear a mask, at least partially out of respect for Sotomayor, who has had diabetes since childhood. Gorsuch, a staunch conservative,
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Washington Times
Sotomayor, Gorsuch deny report they were at odds over masks
WASHINGTON (AP) — Two Supreme Court justices say a media report that they were at odds over the wearing of masks in court during the recent surge in coronavirus cases is false. The court on Wednesday issued an unusual three-sentence statement from Justices
New York Times
Sotomayor and Gorsuch Address Reports of Conflicts Over Masks
WASHINGTON — In an unusual joint statement on Wednesday, Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Neil M. Gorsuch sought to rebut reports that Justice Gorsuch’s refusal to wear a mask at Supreme Court arguments has created tensions between them. “Reporting that Justice
Breitbart
Nolte: Fox Says NPR's Story About Neil Gorsuch Refusing to Wear Mask Is Fake News
UPDATE: The NPR story claiming Justice Sotomayor asked everyone to wear a mask and Justice Gorsuch refused has been debunked. NPR is fake news… NEW: A statement from Justices Sotomayor and Gorsuch: "Reporting that Justice Sotomayor asked Justice Gorsuch to
Fox News
Disputed NPR report claimed Gorsuch refused to wear mask despite plea from Sotomayor: ‘100% false’
Supreme Court sources and a law clerk for Justice Neil Gorsuch have both disputed a viral NPR report that claimed the conservative justice refused to wear a mask on the bench despite requests from Justice Sonia Sotomayor to do so. NPR’s story by legal affair
Fox News
NPR reporter fumes over Supreme Court statement refuting outlet's story, implies Gorsuch and Sotomayor lied
An NPR reporter appeared to call Supreme Court justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor liars on Wednesday after they issued a joint statement disputing a recent NPR report as "false." NPR reported the conservative justice refused to wear a mask on the bench
Newsmax
Supreme Court Denies Sotomayor, Gorsuch Mask Dispute
The Supreme Court on Wednesday issued a statement denying that Justice Sonia Sotomayor had demanded that Justice Neil Gorsuch wear a mask during oral arguments. Media reports said Sotomayor remained remote during oral arguments because Gorsuch had decided
Fox News
Chief Justice Roberts debunks NPR story on SCOTUS drama as liberals desperately defend botched report
Chief Justice John Roberts offered a devastating blow to NPR's report alleging a feud between Associate Justices Neil Gorsuch and Sonia Sotomayor. A story published by NPR on Tuesday went viral within liberal media circles, which alleged that Gorsuch refused
National Review
NPR Stands By Supreme Court Mask Story Despite Denials
The nine Supreme Court justices pose for a group photo in Washington, D.C., April 23, 2021. (Erin Schaff/Reuters) NPR is standing by reporting from its legal affairs correspondent, Nina Totenberg, alleging that Justice Neil Gorsuch refused a request from Chief
Red State
Chief Justice Roberts Kicks the Legs out From Under NPR, Liberals on Mask Smear
I reported earlier how folks on the left couldn’t give up pushing NPR’s mask smear, even in the face of Justices Sonia Sotomayor and Justice Gorsuch issuing a joint statement saying there was no discord between them and that she had never asked him to wear
Red State
Justices Sotomayor and Gorsuch Just Eviscerated NPR's Mask Smear
False media stories truly are a cancer. NPR’s Nina Totenberg started a story claiming that Chief Justice John Roberts had asked everyone to mask up to protect Justice Sonia Sotomayor who has diabetes, but that Justice Neil Gorsuch was refusing to do so, making
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MASKS, BIDEN, N95, 400
New York Times
Covid Live Updates: Biden Administration to Issue 400 Million Masks From National Stockpile
Image President Biden on Thursday, when he highlighted his plan to distribute free coronavirus tests and masks to the American people. Credit... Doug Mills/The New York Times The Biden administration, facing calls from public health experts to distribute high-quality
Washington Times
Biden to send 400M high-quality masks to pharmacies, health centers
President Biden will make 400 million N95-grade masks available for free in tens of thousands of pharmacies and community health centers as part of efforts to control the winter spike of the coronavirus, the administration said Wednesday. The masks will ship
LA Times
White House to distribute 400 million N95 masks for free, starting next week
The Biden administration plans to distribute 400 million high-quality masks available to Americans for free starting next week in the hopes of offering better protection against the Omicron variant of the coronavirus. The White House announced Wednesday that
Washington Examiner
John Carney: Masks being distributed to schools, child care providers
Students and teachers in elementary and high schools throughout the state will be receiving new masks, Delaware Gov. John Carney said. The governor announced the distribution of 125,000 KN95 masks in a Tuesday afternoon news release as part of an effort to
Huffington Post
Joe Biden Reveals Plan To Provide Free Masks Amid Omicron Wave
The Biden administration has announced that it will distribute hundreds of millions of free, high-quality masks throughout the country — something the public has long requested, particularly amid a wave of the highly transmissible COVID-19 variant omicron. President
Fox News
400M free N95 masks to be distributed by Biden administration
As the omicron variant of the coronavirus continues to infect across the country, the Biden administration announced Wednesday that it will begin to distribute 400 million free N95 masks to Americans next week. The White House said that the masks will come
CNN
Biden administration to distribute 400 million N95 masks to the public for free
Washington (CNN) The Biden administration will make 400 million N95 masks available to Americans for free starting next week, a White House official told CNN, the latest federal step aimed at reining in the US' Covid-19 surge. The masks -- which are coming
Breitbart
Biden Administration to Distribute 400 Million N95 Masks
The Biden administration plans to make 400 million N95 masks available to Americans for free, a White House official told CNN. The masks will come from the Strategic National Stockpile, and they expect the program to be “fully up and running by early February.”
ABC
Biden to give away 400 million N95 masks starting next week
The Biden administration will begin making 400 million N95 masks available for free to Americans starting next week WASHINGTON -- The Biden administration will begin making 400 million N95 masks available for free to Americans starting next week, now that
New York Post
Biden administration to distribute millions of N95 masks from national stockpile
Sign up for our special edition newsletter to get a daily update on the coronavirus pandemic. The Biden administration will dip into a federal stockpile to distribute millions of free N95 masks amid the ongoing Omicron-fueled COVID-19 surge, a new report said. The
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NPR
The Biden administration will give out 400 million free N95 masks
The Biden administration will give out 400 million free N95 masks Enlarge this image toggle caption Rogelio V. Solis/AP Rogelio V. Solis/AP The Biden administration plans to send 400 million N95 face masks to give out free through pharmacies and community
Newsmax
Biden to Give Away 400M N95 Masks Starting Next Week
The Biden administration will begin making 400 million N95 masks available for free to Americans starting next week, now that federal officials are emphasizing their better protection against the omicron variant of COVID-19 over cloth face coverings. The White
New York Times
Covid Live Updates: Biden Administration to Issue 400 Million Masks From National Stockpile
Image President Biden on Thursday, when he highlighted plans to distribute free coronavirus tests and masks to the American people. Credit... Doug Mills/The New York Times The Biden administration, facing calls from public health experts to distribute high-quality
New York Post
White House to give away 400 million N95 masks — just as Omicron cases drop
The Biden administration said Wednesday it will distribute 400 million N95 masks across America after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said last week that they are more protective than cloth face coverings. The announcement comes amid ongoing
Huffington Post
Where To Get Kids' KN95 Masks And Surgical Masks
Images By Tang Ming Tung via Getty Images Parents have had to manage unprecedented levels of stress during the pandemic. Every decision surrounding their family’s safety is fraught and made even more complicated by the ever-shifting messaging surrounding COVID
Fox News
Biden administration to provide hundreds of millions of free N95 masks
The Biden administration will be distributing hundreds of millions of free N95 masks from the Strategic National Stockpile, according to a report. The administration's plan, which will be announced Wednesday, involves dispersing N95s through pharmacies and
Chicago Tribune
Biden to give away 400 million N95 masks starting next week
This will be the largest distribution of free masks by the federal government to the public since the COVID-19 pandemic began. In early 2020, then-President Donald Trump’s administration considered and then shelved plans to send masks to all American at their
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TEXAS, HOSTAGE, SYNAGOGUE, FBI
ABC
Alleged hostage-taker at Texas synagogue was known to British authorities, sources say
The man who allegedly held people hostage at a Texas synagogue on Saturday may not have appeared on any American watch lists but he was known to British authorities, law enforcement sources told ABC News. British authorities investigated Malik Faisal Akram,
Fox News
Texas synagogue hostage suspect timeline: Malik Faisal Akram's criminal record and when he entered US
U.S. and U.K. authorities have been slow to confirm details on the timeline of when a British suspect accused of taking Jewish worshippers hostage at a Texas synagogue entered the country undetected. The nearly 11-hour-standoff at Congregation Beth Israel
NPR
Texas Rabbi who was held hostage says we can't live in fear
Texas Rabbi who was held hostage says we can't live in fear NPR's Mary Louise Kelly speaks with Rabbi Charlie Cytron-Walker, from the congregation Beth Israel in Colleyville, Texas. He and a few other congregants were held hostage at gunpoint for 11 hours. National
Breitbart
WH: Multiple Security Screenings Failed to Flag Synagogue Terrorist
The White House admitted Tuesday that the United States government failed to flag a man who held four people hostage at a Texas synagogue on Saturday. Malik Faisal Akram, 44, who was shot and killed by police during his hostage attempt at the Congregation
CNN
New details emerge about hostage taker's behavior in days before Texas synagogue standoff
(CNN) As authorities work to learn more about the armed man who held four people hostage at a Texas synagogue Saturday, new details are emerging of his activities in the days leading up to the incident, including a heated exchange at a nearby mosque. Malik
Washington Examiner
Texas synagogue hostage situation just the latest in jihadist obsession with Aafia Siddiqui
The Texas synagogue hostage-taker is just the latest example of a long-standing obsession among global jihadist groups to free convicted Pakistani terrorist Aafia Siddiqui — a goal shared by the U.S.-based Council on American-Islamic Relations. British citizen
Newsmax
White House Admits Security Failed to Flag Synagogue Terrorist
The White House said on Tuesday that security databases failed to flag Malik Faisal Akram, the man who held four hostage at the Congregation Beth Israel synagogue in Colleyville, Texas on Saturday, according to Breitbart. “Our understanding and obviously we
New York Post
I watched the FBI become so woke it can’t call out terrorism
What happened to the FBI? I ask this as a retired FBI leader with a quarter-century of experience. Like many of us, I worriedly watched the Colleyville, Texas, synagogue hostage standoff unfold. When alerted that my former teammates on the FBI’s Hostage Rescue
Fox News
Texas synagogue hostage aftermath: UK teens released without charges as radicalization concerns grow
Two teenagers detained in the United Kingdom in connection to investigations into a British man who died at the scene after allegedly taking Jewish worshippers at a Texas synagogue hostage were released Wednesday without any criminal charges, according to British
Breitbart
Gabbard: FBI Should Focus on Actual Threats Instead of Wokeness
Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-HI) chided the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) in a tweet Wednesday, saying they should focus on “actual threats” like the Jihadist who took hostages at the Texas synagogue instead of targeting parents at school board meetings. “Instead
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Fox News
Gabbard tells FBI to ditch 'woke' political correctness, focus on 'actual threats' like Texas hostage taker
Former Democratic Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard called on the Federal Bureau of Investigation to stop "trying to be woke" by investigating parents at school board meetings and to instead focus on "actual threats" like the terrorist attack at a Texas synagogue
Fox News
Republicans demand answers on how alleged Texas synagogue hostage-taker was allowed into US
Republican lawmakers are demanding answers from the Biden administration on how the alleged Texas synagogue hostage-taker was able to get into the United States, amid reports that he had a criminal record and a history of extremism. Malik Faisal Akram, a
Breitbart
Nolte: Texas Rabbi’s Account of Hostage Escape Contradicts FBI Spin
We were told the FBI saved three hostages in a Texas synagogue. That appears to be yet another FBI lie. To the surprise of no one who understands how the fascist FBI has become the personal Brownshirts for the Democrat party, it looks as though these serial
Breitbart
Biden’s Agencies Dodge How Texas Terrorist Was Allowed to Enter U.S.
President Joe Biden’s federal agencies are dodging the question of how 44-year-old Malik Faisal Akram, the British terrorist behind a hostage standoff last weekend, was allowed to enter the United States from the United Kingdom. On January 15 in Colleyville,
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BRIANNA, KUPFER, SMITH, SHAWN
ABC
Suspect identified in slaying of 24-year-old woman at LA furniture store, reward offered
The victim texted a friend that someone in the store gave her a "bad vibe." Los Angeles police are searching for the man they say killed a 24-year-old woman while she worked alone in a furniture store. The suspect, believed to be homeless, attacked Brianna
Fox News
LA County Sheriff says Brianna Kupfer slaying a result of soft-on-crime policies
A lack of facilities to care for those experiencing mental illness and soft-on crime policies in Los Angeles County has resulted in a crisis that, at the very worst, has seen deadly results such as the killing of a 24-year-old woman who was randomly stabbed
New York Post
Police arrest Shawn Laval Smith in murder of UCLA student Brianna Kupfer
California police arrested the man they say murdered UCLA student Brianna Kupfer inside a high-end furniture Los Angeles furniture store, authorities announced on Wednesday. Shawn Laval Smith, 31, was arrested Wednesday morning by Pasedena police, a day after
Breitbart
Suspect Identified in the Stabbing of Brianna Kupfer, Out on $1k Bail
A suspect has been identified in the murder of 24-year-old UCLA design student Brianna Kupfer: 31-year-old Shawn Laval Smith. A $250,000 reward has been offered for the capture of Smith, who police consider armed and dangerous. He will likely be using public
Fox News
Brianna Kupfer murder: Alleged killer Shawn Laval Smith had active warrant after assaulting cop
FIRST ON FOX: Shawn Laval Smith had an active warrant out of San Mateo at the time of Brianna Kupfer’s stabbing death in the Los Angeles store where she worked last week. The 24-year-old UCLA grad student was alone at Croft House, a luxury furniture store
Fox News
Brianna Kupfer murder: Suspect caught on 7-Eleven security cam minutes after stabbing
Surveillance video from a Los Angeles 7-Eleven store shows the man suspected of fatally stabbing UCLA grad student Brianna Kupfer buying a vape pen and chatting with a clerk just 30 minutes after the heinous attack, police say. The LAPD is asking for the public’s
Fox News
Shawn Laval Smith: Suspected killer of Brianna Kupfer has a long history of arrests
Shawn Laval Smith, the suspected killer of 24-year-old UCLA grad student Brianna Kupfer, has a decade-long criminal history that spans both coasts. Los Angeles police have launched a hunt for Smith, 31, after Kupfer was found stabbed to death at her furniture
Fox News
Brianna Kupfer's alleged killer Shawn Smith caught after pedestrian calls 911
EXCLUSIVE: Brianna Kupfer's alleged killer Shawn Smith was caught Wednesday after a pedestrian spotted him sitting on a park bench in Pasadena and called 911, a law-enforcement source told Fox News Digital. The Los Angeles Police Department announced the arrest
Fox News
Los Angeles police ID Shawn Laval Smith as suspected killer of Brianna Kupfer
Los Angeles police have identified the suspected killer of 24-year-old Brianna Kupfer, a UCLA grad student stabbed to death at her furniture store job last week. Shawn Laval Smith, 31, should be considered armed and dangerous, according to the LAPD. FATHER
Fox News
UCLA student Brianna Kupfer's alleged killer arrested in Pasadena
Pasadena police arrested Brianna Kupfer's alleged killer Wednesday just a day after Los Angeles authorities released his identity. Shawn Laval Smith, 31, is suspected of stabbing to death the 24-year-old UCLA graduate student during her shift at upscale furniture
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Fox News
Brianna Kupfer murder: COVID-19 backlog delayed Shawn Laval Smith's trial over Charleston flare gun attack
Shawn Laval Smith, the man accused of stabbing UCLA grad student Brianna Kupfer to death in a "random act" last week in Los Angeles, has a pending felony case in South Carolina for allegedly shooting a flare gun into an occupied car – with a toddler inside. But
Fox News
'Your World' on Brianna Kupfer murder, future of Senate filibuster
This is a rush transcript of "Your World with Neil Cavuto" on January 18, 2022. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. CHARLES PAYNE, FOX NEWS ANCHOR: So, the search goes on for the suspect. This UCLA grad student was stabbed to death,
New York Post
LAPD identifies suspect in stabbing of UCLA grad student Brianna Kupfer
Los Angeles police identified the man they say stabbed a UCLA student Brianna Kupfer to death inside a high-end furniture store where she worked. Shawn Laval Smith, 31, is considered armed and dangerous and “highly likely to be using public transportation,”
Fox News
Who is Brianna Kupfer, the Los Angeles stabbing victim?
UCLA graduate student Brianna Kupfer was stabbed to death Thursday in what police described as a random daylight attack at the luxury furniture store where she worked in Los Angeles . FATHER OF SLAIN UCLA GRAD STUDENT BLAMES POLITICIANS FOR CRIME SPIKE Kupfer,
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ABUSE, MICHIGAN, REACHES, SETTLEMENT
NY Daily News
University of Michigan reaches $490 million settlement in sports doctor sexual abuse case
“It is time for the Michigan legislators to look at why two of the largest scandals in the history of the country -- Larry Nassar and Robert Anderson -- happened at Michigan’s two largest universities. Other states have addressed this issue. It is time for
New York Post
U of Michigan agrees to $490M settlement in sports doctor sex abuse scandal
The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 former students who say they were sexually abused by a former sports doctor, their lawyers said Wednesday. The university had been in mediation to resolve multiple lawsuits
ABC
University of Michigan reaches $490M settlement with sex abuse survivors
The University of Michigan announced on Wednesday that it's reached a $490 million settlement in connection with allegations against the late Dr. Robert Anderson, who served as the school's sports team physician from 1966 to 2003. At least 1,050 victims have
Washington Times
University of Michigan reaches $490M settlement over sexual abuse
The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 people who say they were sexually assaulted by a former sports doctor at the school during his nearly four-decade career, those involved in the agreement said Wednesday. Attorney
Huffington Post
University Of Michigan Reaches $490M Settlement Over Sexual Abuse By Sports Doctor
This Aug. 13, 2020 file photo shows the University of Michigan football stadium in Ann Arbor, Mich. A report says staff at the University of Michigan missed many opportunities to stop the late Dr. Robert Anderson, who committed sexual misconduct against hundreds
Newsmax
University of Michigan Reaches $490M Sexual-Abuse Settlement
The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 people who say they were sexually assaulted by a former sports doctor at the school during his nearly four-decade career, those involved in the agreement said Wednesday. Attorney
USA Today
University of Michigan reaches $490M settlement in sexual abuse case involving former football doctor
The University of Michigan has reached a $490 million settlement with former athletes and other U-M students who sued the school saying they had been sexually assaulted by a former football team doctor. There are 1,050 former athletes and other U-M students
CNN
University of Michigan reaches $490 million settlement after sex abuse allegations against former UM doctor
(CNN) The University of Michigan has reached a settlement agreement with attorneys for about 1,050 people who say they were abused by the late Dr. Robert Anderson, a former university physician, UM announced Wednesday. JUST WATCHED Athletes accuse former university
New York Times
University of Michigan Will Pay $490 Million to Settle Abuse Cases
The University of Michigan said Wednesday that it had agreed to pay $490 million to more than 1,000 people who had accused a doctor who worked with football players and other students of sexual abuse. The agreement, among the largest ever by an American university
NPR
U. of Michigan reaches $490M settlement over sexual abuse by a former sports doctor
U. of Michigan reaches $490M settlement over sexual abuse by a former sports doctor Enlarge this image toggle caption Robert Kalmbach/Bentley Historical Library University of Michigan via AP Robert Kalmbach/Bentley Historical Library University of Michigan
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USA Today
U. Michigan reaches $490M deal over sexual abuse
U. Michigan reaches $490M deal over sexual abuse The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with more than 1,000 people who say they were sexually assaulted by a former sports doctor at the school (Jan. 19)
USA Today
University of Michigan reaches $490M settlement in sexual abuse case with former football doctor
The University of Michigan has reached a $490 million settlement with former athletes and other U-M students who sued the school saying they had been sexually assaulted by a former football team doctor. There are 1,050 former athletes and other U-M students
ABC
U. of Michigan reaches $490M settlement over sexual abuse
The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with hundreds of people who say they were sexually assaulted by a former sports doctor at the school The University of Michigan has agreed to a $490 million settlement with hundreds of people
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SUPREME, COURT, CRUZ, CAMPAIGN
CNBC
Supreme Court to hear Sen. Ted Cruz's challenge to law that limits campaign reimbursements to candidates
Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) ) speaks with reporters outside the Capitol building in Washington following a roll call vote in the Senate, U.S. April 19, 2021. The Supreme Court on Wednesday will wade into a new campaign finance debate when it hears a challenge
Newsmax
Supreme Court Weighs Sen. Cruz's Campaign Finance Challenge
The latest conservative challenge to campaign finance law goes before the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday in Sen. Ted Cruz's bid to undo a provision limiting the amount of money candidates can be reimbursed for personal loans to their own campaigns — a cap
New York Times
Supreme Court Seems Ready to Back Ted Cruz in Campaign Finance Case
Mr. Stewart said the burdens imposed by law are minimal. “You can loan the campaign as much money as you want and you can get full repayment as long as the loan is repaid with pre-election funds,” he said. But Justice Kavanaugh said that might be hard to do
Breitbart
Elizabeth Warren to Colbert: We Have ‘an Extremist Supreme Court’ That’s ‘Gutting Voting Rights’
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) called the U.S. Supreme Court “an extremist United States Supreme Court,” and claimed they “gutted the voting rights act” of 1965, which opened the door to stop black people, Hispanics, and other minorities from voting. “When Dr.
LA Times
Sen. Ted Cruz asks Supreme Court to void anti-corruption campaign rule
Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) and the Republican National Committee joined Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) on Wednesday in urging the Supreme Court to strike down a campaign funding law that bars winning candidates from collecting checks from donors
Breitbart
Abortion Clinics Fear Setback as Lawsuit Against Heartbeat Act Moves to Texas Supreme Court
A federal appeals court ruled Monday the lawsuit by abortion providers against the Texas Heartbeat Act must move to the conservative-leaning Texas Supreme Court, rather than back to a federal court in Austin that has been the only court to block the law restricting
NPR
Supreme Court heard Cruz case about using post-election contributions to repay loans
Supreme Court heard Cruz case about using post-election contributions to repay loans The U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in Republican Sen. Ted Cruz's bid to undo a provision limiting the amount of money candidates can be reimbursed for personal loans to
Vox
Today was a great day in the Supreme Court for anyone who wants to bribe a lawmaker
In this Supreme Court, any lawyer who dares to defend a campaign finance law knows they have little chance of prevailing. And Wednesday’s oral argument on one of the few remaining safeguards against excessive money in politics was no exception. The unfortunate
CNN
Ted Cruz's campaign finance rule challenge gets its day at the Supreme Court
(CNN) The Supreme Court will revisit the issue of campaign finance Wednesday, hearing a challenge brought by Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas to a federal cap on candidates using political contributions to recoup personal loans they make to their campaigns. A
New Republic
The Supreme Court Left Some Wiggle Room for Biden on Vaccine Mandates
When the Supreme Court rejected OSHA’s testing mandate for U.S. companies with 100 or more employees last Thursday, President Biden, his allies, and most media observers received this outcome as an irremediable disaster, “handcuffing” him from making good on
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TALLEY, LEON, ANDR, 73
Washington Times
Influential fashion journalist Andre Leon Talley dies at 73
NEW YORK (AP) — André Leon Talley, the towering former creative director and editor at large of Vogue magazine, has died. He was 73. Talley’s literary agent David Vigliano confirmed Talley’s death to USA Today late Tuesday, but no additional details were immediately
NPR
Fashion journalist and icon André Leon Talley has died at 73
Fashion journalist and icon André Leon Talley has died at 73 Enlarge this image toggle caption Seth Wenig/AP Seth Wenig/AP Fashion journalist and icon André Leon Talley died at a hospital in White Plains, New York, Tuesday. He was 73. For decades, he was
Fox News
André Leon Talley, former Vogue editor-at-large, dead at 73
André Leon Talley, revered fashion journalist and former creative director and editor-at-large of Vogue, has died. He was 73. The news was confirmed to Fox News by the writer's literary agent, David Vigliano. Citing a source with direct knowledge, TMZ reports
CNN
Vogue's Anna Wintour pays tribute to André Leon Talley, calling his loss 'immeasurable'
Written by Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour has called the loss of André Leon Talley "immeasurable," after the trailblazing fashion journalist and former Vogue creative director died Tuesday, at the age of 73 The fashion icon, known
Newsmax
Influential Fashion Journalist André Leon Talley Dies at 73
André Leon Talley, the towering former creative director and editor at large of Vogue magazine, has died. He was 73. Talley’s literary agent David Vigliano confirmed Talley’s death to USA Today late Tuesday, but no additional details were immediately available. Talley
Huffington Post
Stunning Photos Of André Leon Talley's Style Through The Years
Late Tuesday night, the news broke that André Leon Talley , former creative director and editor at large of Vogue magazine, had died at 73. Talley had a long career as a fashion journalist, but he also came to be regarded as a style icon in his own right.
ABC
Fashion icon Andre Leon Talley dead at 73
Fashion icon and former Vogue editor André Leon Talley has died at age 73, a statement released on his official Instagram confirmed late Tuesday. "It is with great sadness we announce the passing of André Leon Talley on January 18, 2022 in New York," the statement
New York Times
André Leon Talley, Editor and Fashion Industry Force, Dies at 73
André Leon Talley, the larger-than-life fashion editor who shattered his industry’s glass ceiling when he went from the Jim Crow South to the front rows of Paris couture, parlaying his encyclopedic knowledge of fashion history and his quick wit into roles as
CNN
Fashion icon André Leon Talley is dead at age 73
Written by Sean Federico-O'Murchu, CNN Contributors Chris Boyette, CNN Oscar Holland, CNN André Leon Talley, the former longtime creative director for Vogue and a fashion icon in his own right, has died at age 73, according to a statement on his official Instagram
NPR
Influential fashion journalist André Leon Talley dies at 73
Influential fashion journalist André Leon Talley dies at 73 Enlarge this image toggle caption Mary Altaffer/AP Mary Altaffer/AP NEW YORK — André Leon Talley, the towering former creative director and editor at large of Vogue magazine, has died. He was 73. Talley's
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SPEARS, BRITNEY, JAMIE, LYNN
Fox News
Britney Spears' conservatorship saga continues as pop star is set to oppose payment of father’s legal fees
Britney Spears is about to add another chapter in her conservatorship saga that continues to play out in court despite officially coming to an end in November 2021 after more than 13 years. Contrary to previous reports of a postponement, Spears’ hearing on
CNN
Britney Spears sends cease-and-desist to Jamie Lynn Spears
(CNN) The public feud between Britney Spears and her sister Jamie Lynn Spears is far from over. Spears' lawyer, Mathew Rosengart, sent a legal cease-and-desist letter to the singer's younger sister on Tuesday regarding her new memoir, "Things I Should Have
Newsmax
Britney Spears Sends Cease and Desist Letter to Sister: 'I Won't Be 'Bullied'
Britney Spears is demanding that her sister Jamie Lynn stop making "outrageous" claims about the pop star while promoting her new book. Jamie Lynn has made various media appearances to promote her new memoir, "Things I Should Have Said," and has mentioned
New York Times
Britney Spears Fights Father’s Fee Claim, Alleging Financial Misconduct
A lawyer for Britney Spears, in an effort to thwart her father’s demand that she pay his legal bills, claimed in court papers filed on Tuesday that her father and others involved with her conservatorship had committed myriad financial improprieties over several
Fox News
Britney Spears rips Jamie Lynn in latest Instagram post: 'Selfish little brat'
Britney Spears' fiery public feud with sister Jamie Lynn Spears continues. Spears 40, took to Instagram Wednesday to repost a statement she deleted quickly after posting Tuesday. Spears again talked about her time at home after her breakup with Justin Timberlake,
Huffington Post
Britney Spears Fires Back At Father's Demands She Pay His Legal Fees
In a rebuff of her father’s demands that she pay his legal fees associated with her conservatorship battle, Britney Spears’ attorneys filed court papers late Tuesday detailing extensive allegations of his financial transgressions while he was serving as her
Fox News
Britney Spears sends sister Jamie Lynn cease and desist, reportedly requests millions from father Jamie
Britney Spears is taking action. The 40-year-old pop star and her attorney Mathew Rosengart have taken legal action against her father Jamie and sister Jamie Lynn as the court battle regarding her 13-year conservatorship drudges on. Fox News Digital obtained
Fox News
Britney Spears slams sister Jamie Lynn, mom Lynne in fiery post as she recalls Justin Timberlake breakup
Britney Spears continues to call out her sister Jamie Lynn over social media. In a since-deleted post, Spears referenced returning home after her breakup with Justin Timberlake. Jamie Lynn also talked about the time following the breakup from her own perspective
BBC
Britney Spears issues cease and desist letter to sister Jamie Lynn over book
"You recently reportedly stated that the book was 'not about her.' She takes you at your word and we, therefore, demand that you cease and desist from referencing Britney derogatorily during your promotional campaign.
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PRINCE, ANDREW, ROYAL, TWITTER
Huffington Post
Prince William Evades Question About Whether He Supports Prince Andrew
Prince William managed to evade a question about his scandal-ridden uncle, Prince Andrew, on Wednesday, using the same technique as his father, Prince Charles. William and his wife, Kate Middleton, were touring a museum when ITV reporter Chris Ship asked,
Fox News
Prince Andrew deletes his Twitter account amid sexual assault case
Prince Andrew quietly deleted his Twitter account just one week after he was stripped of his military affiliations and royal patronages. Previously, Buckingham Palace confirmed in a statement sent to Fox News that Queen Elizabeth II agreed to accept the returned
New York Times
Prince Andrew Became a Problem for the Royal Family. He Had to Go.
PENZANCE, England — Prince Andrew is in internal exile in Windsor, 20 miles west of London. Last week a judge in Manhattan ruled that a lawsuit brought by Virginia Giuffre, a woman who accused Andrew of sexually assaulting her in 2001, when she was 17 and was,
New York Post
Prince Andrew would ‘scream’ if his stuffed toys were misplaced, ex-guard claims
Only the royal treatment for teddy! Prince Andrew kept a cherished collection of dozens of soft toys in his Buckingham Palace bedroom — and would “shout and scream” if they were not left in the right place, according to a former police guard. Former royal
Newsmax
Prince's Estate Valued at $156.4 Million
The final valuation of Prince's estate, which has been in legal turmoil since the music icon died in 2016 without leaving a will behind, has been reported. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS), the estate’s administrator Comerica Bank & Trust and Prince’s heirs
New York Post
Prince Andrew’s ex says Clinton, Epstein were ‘like brothers’
One of Prince Andrew’s well-connected ex-girlfriends has claimed that former President Bill Clinton and pedophile Jeffrey Epstein were so close, they were “like brothers.” “Clinton was definitely very close to Jeffrey,” Lady Victoria Hervey, 45, said in the
Fox News
Kate Middleton, Prince William make first joint royal visit of the year
Back to work! Prince William and Kate Middleton made their first royal outing of the new year on Wednesday. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge headed to the Foundling Museum in central London. According to its website, the museum "tells the history of the
New York Post
Prince Andrew now stripped of his royal Twitter handle, too
Humiliated Prince Andrew has lost another royal privilege — his official Twitter handle. The scandal-scarred royal’s official page — @thedukeofyork — had been completely deleted by Wednesday, with a message now saying, “This account doesn’t exist.” The bio
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5G, AIRLINES, DISPUTE, CHANGE
NPR
Verizon and AT&T delay 5G rollout near airports after airlines express concerns
Verizon and AT&T delay 5G rollout near airports after airlines express concerns The two telecom giants have agreed to limit the 5G rollout amid concerns that the high-speed wireless service could interfere with safety equipment on some aircraft. National Verizon
Newsmax
Airlines Scramble to Rejig Schedules Amid US 5G Rollout Concerns
Major international airlines rushed to rejig or cancel flights to the United States ahead of a 5G wireless rollout on Wednesday that has triggered safety concerns, despite two wireless carriers saying they will delay parts of the deployment. The Federal Aviation
ABC
Major airlines cancel, change flights to US over 5G dispute
Major international airlines have canceled flights heading to the U.S. or changed the planes they’re using DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- Major international airlines canceled flights heading to the U.S. or changed the planes they're using Wednesday, the latest
New York Post
Airlines worldwide rush to change flights over US 5G dispute
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Airlines across the world, including the long-haul carrier Emirates, rushed Wednesday to cancel or change flights heading into the U.S. over an ongoing dispute about the rollout of 5G mobile phone technology near American airports. Dubai-based
Huffington Post
Major Airlines Cancel, Change Flights To U.S. Over 5G Dispute
Dubai-based Emirates, a key carrier for East-West travel, said it would halt flights to several American cities because of concerns that 5G mobile phone service could interfere with aircraft technology. NurPhoto via Getty Images DUBAI, United Arab Emirates
Washington Times
Major airlines cancel, change flights to US over 5G dispute
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Major international airlines canceled flights heading to the U.S. or changed the planes they’re using Wednesday, the latest complication in a dispute over concerns that new 5G mobile phone service could interfere with aircraft
New York Times
AT&T and Verizon Delay 5G Service Near Some Airports
“To be very clear, we’re incredibly disappointed that we are at this point, that the entire U.S. airline industry is facing major disruption as new wireless technology is activated,” he said. “The two should be able to coexist, but that only comes with better
NPR
With airlines worried about 5G, Verizon and AT&T agree to delay rollout near airports
With airlines worried about 5G, Verizon and AT&T agree to delay rollout near airports Enlarge this image toggle caption Stefani Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images Stefani Reynolds/AFP via Getty Images Wireless carriers Verizon and AT&T say they will go ahead with
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VIRGINIA, YOUNGKIN, GOV, OFFICER
Washington Times
Confusion, lawsuit follow Virginia governor’s order on masks
RICHMOND, Va. — Virginia’s new Republican governor was facing pushback from Democratic lawmakers, school districts and a group of parents who sued him Tuesday over an executive order that aims to create an opt-out for classroom mask mandates. The order issued
CNN
Virginia parents file lawsuit against Gov. Youngkin over executive order ending mask mandates in public schools
(CNN) A group of parents of public school students in Chesapeake, Virginia, filed a lawsuit Tuesday asking Virginia's Supreme Court to block a new executive order issued by Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin that makes masks voluntary for children in the state's
Fox News
Virginia Gov. Youngkin names CRT opponent as new Chief Diversity officer, cleans house at department
Virginia’s newly sworn-in Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin is cleaning house at the commonwealth’s diversity and inclusion department and has appointed an opponent of Critical Race Theory to lead the office where changes in "equity" messaging are already being
National Review
Youngkin Taps Anti-CRT Leader as Virginia Diversity Officer
Then Virginia Republican gubernatorial nominee Glenn Youngkin talks to reporters outside a polling station on the Election Day, at Rocky Run Middle School in Chantilly, Va., November 2, 2021. (Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters) Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin tapped
Fox News
Virginia's new AG Miyares outlines Day 1 investigations, rebuffs 'far-left,' 'woke' crowd
Virginia's newly sworn in Republican Attorney General Jason Miyares wasted no time implementing the agenda the commonwealth’s voters elected him to carry out, explaining to Fox News that he's excited to get to work and promises "a lot more good" to come. "I
Fox News
Virginia voters on why they switched parties to back Glenn Youngkin: 'Democrats weren't listening'
Virginia voters, who were previously lifelong Democrats, switched their vote from blue to red in support of Governor Glenn Youngkin as issues regarding education took center stage in the contentious election. YOUNGKIN RESPONDS TO SCHOOL MASK MANDATE PUSHBACK
Fox News
Virginia Gov. Youngkin's smart, conservative education policy is a blueprint for America
After taking the oath of office last week, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin made good on his campaign promise by issuing an executive order banning critical race theory in the state’s schools. The governor’s various orders have drawn some criticism, but before
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MANDATE, VACCINE, RULING, STARBUCKS
ABC
Starbucks nixes vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier
Conservative Daily News
Starbucks Throws Out Vaccine Mandate For Its Workers In Wake Of SCOTUS Ruling
Starbucks will no longer require employees to get the COVID-19 vaccine or face weekly testing, it announced in a note to employees Tuesday. The company previously planned to require employees to be vaccinated by Feb. 9, the Associated Press reported. “We respect
Huffington Post
Starbucks Drops Vaccine Mandate After Supreme Court Ruling
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month. In a memo sent Tuesday to employees, the Seattle coffee giant said it was responding to last week’s ruling by the U.S.
Washington Times
Starbucks nixes vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month. In a memo sent Tuesday to employees, the Seattle coffee giant said it was responding to last week’s ruling by the U.S.
Newsmax
Starbucks Nixes Vaccine Mandate After Supreme Court Ruling
Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19, reversing a policy it announced earlier this month. In a memo sent Tuesday to employees, the Seattle coffee giant said it was responding to last week’s ruling by the U.S.
Washington Times
Carhartt forges ahead with vaccine mandate despite Supreme Court ruling
The Carhartt apparel company is the latest to find itself in the middle of the COVID-19 wars after an internal memo informed employees the company would forge ahead with its vaccine mandate despite a Supreme Court ruling striking down President Biden’s testing
Chicago Tribune
Starbucks nixes vaccine mandate after Supreme Court ruling
A sign bearing the corporate logo hangs in the window of a Starbucks open only to take-away customers in this photograph taken Monday, April 26, 2021, in southeast Denver. Starbucks is no longer requiring its U.S. workers to be vaccinated against COVID-19,
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COVID, TESTS, 19, FREE
USA Today
Free tests now available online; 400 million masks being distributed: COVID-19 updates
Your taxpayer dollars are at work today combating the pandemic. The Biden administration is shipping 400 million N95 face masks out to pharmacies and other outlets for free distribution to the populace while also unveiling a website allowing every household
Newsmax
Studies: Rapid Tests Possibly Unreliable in Kids, COVID Not Transmitted Through Breastmilk
The following is a summary of some recent studies on COVID-19. They include research that warrants further study to corroborate the findings and that has yet to be certified by peer review. Rapid antigen tests may be unreliable in children When used in children,
CNN
How to get free at-home Covid-19 tests from the government
(CNN) Americans can now sign up to get free home Covid-19 tests from the federal government. Though the website formally debuted on Wednesday, the Biden administration quietly launched it the day before. Orders began pouring in immediately. The program is
NPR
Here's the latest research into the accuracy of at-home rapid COVID tests
Here's the latest research into the accuracy of at-home rapid COVID tests As people use at-home rapid tests more and more, they're noticing some idiosyncrasies with the results. Here's the latest research examining the accuracy of these tests. Health Here's
USA Today
Free tests now available online; downturn in new cases seen in New York, other cities: COVID updates
Your taxpayer dollars are at work today combating the pandemic. The Biden administration is shipping 400 million N95 face masks out to pharmacies and other outlets for free distribution to the populace while also unveiling a website allowing every household
CNN
Senior citizens are fuming that Medicare won't pay for Covid-19 tests at retailers
(CNN) Peggy Matthews-Forney cannot believe that, unlike private insurers, Medicare is not reimbursing senior citizens for the home Covid-19 tests they buy at retailers. "As a Medicare enrollee, I am enraged," said the retired industry strategist from Denver,
CNN
USPS on the hook for White House's free Covid-19 test deliveries
(CNN) The new government website where people can order free Covid-19 at-home rapid antigen tests is up and running. With just names and addresses, families can go to COVIDtests.gov and request up to four free tests to be delivered to their homes. The website
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SHOOTING, YEAR, OFFICERS, CHARGED
NPR
3 officers face manslaughter charges in the shooting death of an 8-year-old girl
3 officers face manslaughter charges in the shooting death of an 8-year-old girl Enlarge this image toggle caption Matt Rourke/AP Matt Rourke/AP Three officers involved in the August death of 8-year-old Fanta Bility outside of a high school football game
New York Post
Three cops charged in shooting death of 8-year-old girl after football game
Three Pennsylvania police officers have been charged in connection with the shooting death of an 8-year-old girl and the wounding of three other people outside a high school football game, officials said. Sharon Hill Police officers — Devon Smith, 34, Sean
New York Times
Three Police Officers Charged in Fatal Shooting of Child Outside Football Game
The charges on Tuesday followed months of investigations and hand-wringing over whether any criminal charges would be filed against the officers. Though there has been an increase in recent years in the frequency of police officers’ being charged with murder
USA Today
3 Pennsylvania police officers charged in fatal shooting of 8-year-old exiting high school football game
LEVITTOWN, Pa. — Three police officers from Pennsylvania have been charged in the shooting death of an 8-year-old girl leaving a high school football game in August, prosecutors announced Tuesday. The officers from the Sharon Hill Police Department face charges
Huffington Post
3 Pennsylvania Officers Charged In Shooting Death Of 8-Year-Old Fanta Bility
Protesters demonstrate calling for police accountability in the death of 8-year-old Fanta Bility who was shot outside a football game, at the Delaware County Courthouse in Media, Pa., on Jan. 13, 2022. via Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Three police
CNN
3 Pennsylvania officers charged with manslaughter in fatal shooting of 8-year-old Fanta Bility
(CNN) Three Sharon Hill, Pennsylvania, police officers were charged Tuesday in connection with the shooting death of 8-year-old Fanta Bility while she exited a high school football game on August 27, 2021, prosecutors said. Officers Devon Smith, Sean Dolan
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GASPARD, ULLIEL, ACCIDENT, 37
NPR
'Hannibal' actor Gaspard Ulliel has died in a ski accident at age 37
'Hannibal' actor Gaspard Ulliel has died in a ski accident at age 37 Enlarge this image toggle caption Thibault Camus/AP Thibault Camus/AP Gaspard Ulliel, who played a young Hannibal Lecter in Hannibal Rising and starred opposite Audrey Tatou in A Very Long
Fox News
Gaspard Ulliel, known for 'Moon Knight' and 'Hannibal Rising,' dead at 37 after skiing accident
French actor Gaspard Ulliel, known for "Hannibal Rising," "Saint Laurent" and was poised to appear in the upcoming Marvel series "Moon Knight" has died at age 37. The actor, known for appearing in Chanel perfume ads as well as film and television roles, died
CNN
French actor Gaspard Ulliel dead in skiing accident at 37
(CNN) French actor Gaspard Ulliel, best known for playing Hannibal Lecter in "Hannibal Rising," has died at the age of 37 after a skiing accident in southeastern France. "Gaspard Ulliel grew up with cinema and cinema grew up with him. They loved each other
Washington Times
French actor Gaspard Ulliel dies after ski accident
LYON, France (AP) — French actor Gaspard Ulliel, known for appearing in Chanel perfume ads as well as film and television roles, died Wednesday after a skiing accident in the Alps, according to his agent’s office. He was 37. Ulliel portrayed the young Hannibal
Huffington Post
'Moon Knight' Actor Gaspard Ulliel Dead At 37
Gaspard Ulliel attends the photocall during the 5th Monte-Carlo Gala For Planetary Health on September 23, 2021 in Monte-Carlo, Monaco. Stephane Cardinale - Corbis via Getty Images LYON, France (AP) — French actor Gaspard Ulliel, known for appearing in Chanel
New York Times
Gaspard Ulliel, Star of French Cinema, Dies in Skiing Accident
LONDON — Gaspard Ulliel, a star of French cinema best known outside his native country for portraying the young Hannibal Lecter in “Hannibal Rising” and the fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent in “Saint Laurent,” died on Wednesday, the day after a skiing accident
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COVID, RESTRICTIONS, WAVE, OMICRON
Huffington Post
UK Lifts COVID Restrictions, Says Omicron Wave ‘Has Peaked’
LONDON (AP) — Face masks will no longer be mandatory in public places and schools in England and COVID-19 passports will be dropped for large events as infections level off in large parts of the country, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Wednesday. Johnson
Fox News
UK reportedly seriously considering ending all COVID restrictions as PM Johnson faces party revolt
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson will attempt to end all COVID-19 restrictions by March after insisting that the nation’s omicron surge has peaked. The United Kingdom has already lifted some restrictions, with Scotland reopening nightclubs and lifting
ABC
UK lifts COVID restrictions, says omicron wave 'has peaked'
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson says face masks will no longer be mandatory in public places and schools in England and COVID-19 passports will be dropped for large events, as infections level off in large parts of the country LONDON -- Face masks will
Washington Times
U.K. lifts COVID restrictions, says omicron wave ‘has peaked’
LONDON — Face masks will no longer be mandatory in public places and schools in England and COVID-19 passports will be dropped for large events as infections level off in large parts of the country, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Wednesday. Johnson
Conservative Daily News
England Ends Mandatory Masking, COVID-19 Passports
England is ending mandatory masking and its vaccine passport system on Jan. 27, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced Wednesday. Johnson ended “Plan B” measures, which include mask mandates, vaccine passes and remote work where possible, and he credited boosters
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WARRIORS, OWNER, NBA, ESPN
Fox News
ESPN avoids on-air coverage of Golden State Warriors owner's Uyghur comments, other networks also ignore
ESPN has largely turned blind eye to the growing controversy plaguing the Golden State Warriors over one of its owners' callous remarks about the imprisoned Uyghur Muslims in China. The Disney-owned network has not drawn any attention to Warriors part-owner
Huffington Post
Billionaire Investor Chamath Palihapitiya: 'Nobody Cares About The Uyghurs'
Chamath Palihapitiya, a 45-year-old billionaire venture capitalist who owns a stake in the Golden State Warriors, is under fire for dismissing China’s ongoing genocide of the Uyghurs as “below” him on a recent episode of his podcast. “Nobody cares about what’s
Breitbart
ESPN Has Yet to Mention NBA Owner Who Said 'Nobody Cares' About Uyghurs
Purported sports cable network ESPN completely ignored the story of Warriors Co-Owner Chamath Palihapitiya, who said that no one cares about China’s ongoing genocide against its minority Uyghur population. According to Mediaite, up until Tuesday afternoon,
Washington Times
Cotton urges NBA to force Warriors part-owner to sell over Uyghur comment
Sen. Tom Cotton, Arkansas Republican, called Tuesday on the NBA to squeeze out Golden State Warriors part-owner Chamath Palihapitiya for declaring “nobody cares” about Chinese oppression of the Uyghur minority. Mr. Palihapitiya, a billionaire venture capitalist,
Breitbart
Cotton: NBA Should Force Chamath Palihapitiya to Sell Stake in Warriors
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) on Tuesday called on the National Basketball Association to force Golden State Warriors part-owner Chamath Palihapitiya to sell his stake in the team after he claimed “nobody cares” about Communist China’s genocide of the Uyghurs in the
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JOHNSON, BORIS, FACES, PARLIAMENT
New York Times
Boris Johnson, Facing a Mutiny, Says England Will Ease Virus Rules
LONDON — Prime Minister Boris Johnson, fighting for his political life, said on Wednesday that he would ease coronavirus restrictions in England, hoping to stanch a devastating loss of support over charges that he lied about parties in Downing Street during
Fox News
Boris Johnson claps back against calls to resign amid 'partygate' scandal
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson defied calls to resign in a feisty performance Wednesday in Parliament – but it may be too little to prevent a push by his Conservative Party's lawmakers to oust him over a series of lockdown-flouting government parties. Pressure
ABC
UK's Johnson faces Parliament as ouster bid gathers steam
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is facing a grilling from opponents in Parliament as well as a threat from his own party's lawmakers over a string of lockdown-flouting government parties LONDON -- British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a grilling
Washington Times
British PM Boris Johnson faces Parliament as ouster bid gathers steam
LONDON (AP) — British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a grilling from opponents in Parliament on Wednesday — and a more worrying threat from his own party’s restive lawmakers, dozens of whom are plotting to oust him over a string of lockdown-flouting government
NPR
Britain's Johnson faces growing calls to quit after throwing parties during lockdown
Britain's Johnson faces growing calls to quit after throwing parties during lockdown Enlarge this image toggle caption Dan Kitwood/Getty Images Dan Kitwood/Getty Images British Prime Minister Boris Johnson is weathering ever-louder calls to step down — coming
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MAJORS, SENTENCED, TESSA, MURDER
New York Times
Teenager Sentenced to 14 Years to Life in Tessa Majors Murder
A little more than two years after the brutal murder of Tessa Majors, an 18-year-old Barnard College student, the last teenager to be sentenced in her killing received 14 years to life in prison on Wednesday. The teenager, Rashaun Weaver, 16, had initially
Fox News
Tessa Majors murder: Admitted NYC teen killer Rashaun Waver sentenced to 14 years to life in prison
The teenager who pleaded guilty to murdering 18-year-old Barnard College student Tessa Majors in New York City ’s Morningside Park in 2019 was sentenced Wednesday to 14 years to life in prison. Rashaun Weaver received the sentence for fatally stabbing the
ABC
Final teen sentenced in murder of Barnard student Tessa Majors
The anguished parents of slain Barnard College student Tessa Majors sat in the front row of a New York City courtroom Wednesday, looking on as the teenager who ​stabbed their daughter was sentenced to 14 years to life. Rashaun Weaver, who prosecutors said
CNN
Teen convicted of killing Tessa Majors in a New York City park will be sentenced today
(CNN) More than two years after the killing of Barnard College freshman Tessa Majors , the third and final teen who pleaded guilty in her case will learn his fate Wednesday. Majors was 18 when she was stabbed to death in December 2019 at Morningside Park in
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TRADING, BAN, STOCK, CONGRESSIONAL
NPR
A push to ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks gains momentum
A push to ban members of Congress from trading individual stocks gains momentum Enlarge this image toggle caption Spencer Platt/Getty Images Spencer Platt/Getty Images Almost 10 years ago, Congress overwhelmingly passed the STOCK Act — requiring members and
Breitbart
Biden Stays Out of Congressional Stock Trading Debate
The White House refused to take a stance on the ethical considerations of members of Congress trading stock while a proposed ban is gaining steam in the U.S. Senate. White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki told reporters on Tuesday that President Joe Biden “believes
New York Post
Biden defers to Congress on potential stock trade ban for lawmakers
President Biden will let Congress decide whether lawmakers should be banned from making personal stock transactions during their time in office, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said on Tuesday. When asked about Biden’s stance on the hot-button issue,
Newsmax
Two-Thirds of Voters Favor Congressional Stock-Trading Ban: Poll
A new poll has found that a compelling majority of voters are in favor of banning members of Congress from trading stocks, according to a report from Insider. Sixty-seven percent of voters surveyed support a stock-trading ban, according to polling conducted
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MARINES, CAROLINA, NORTH, MULTIPLE
Fox News
North Carolina military vehicle crash causes ‘multiple casualties’ involving service members: Marines
A military truck crashed in Onslow County, North Carolina Wednesday afternoon causing "multiple casualties," the 2nd Marine Logistics Group has confirmed. The 2nd MLG said it was aware of a vehicle rollover in Jackson, which involved service members. The
ABC
'Multiple casualties' in rollover crash involving Marines from Camp Lejeune
The accident involved members of the 2nd Marines Logistics Group. There have been "multiple casualties" in a rollover accident involving Marines stationed at Camp LeJeune in Jacksonville, North Carolina, according to the 2nd Marines Logistics Group. No further
USA Today
'Multiple casualties' in vehicle rollover accident involving US Marines in North Carolina
Multiple people were killed after a vehicle rollover accident involving U.S. Marines on Wednesday in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The 2nd Marine Logistics Group, based at Camp Lejeune, confirmed on Twitter that there were "multiple casualties" in the accident. "We
USA Today
2 Marines killed, 2 injured in military vehicle rollover accident in North Carolina
Two Marines were killed and two others injured on Wednesday after a 7-ton military vehicle rolled over in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The accident occurred while the vehicle was attempting to turn onto U.S. 17 from N.C. 210, North Carolina Highway Patrol
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COVID, STUDY, 19, VACCINE
CNN
Vaccination protects against Covid-19 hospitalization significantly more than prior infection, according to CDC study
(CNN) Both vaccination and prior infection help protect against new Covid-19 infections, but vaccination protects against hospitalization significantly more than natural immunity from prior infection alone, according to a study published Wednesday by the US
Newsmax
Study: Mild COVID Cases Still Lead to Attention, Memory Issues
People with mild COVID-19 who do not suffer any other traditional "long COVID" symptoms can still exhibit deteriorated attention and memory six to nine months after infection, a study by Britain's Oxford University has found. Cognitive issues impacting concentration
NPR
New data shows how long protection may last from a COVID vaccine booster shot
New data shows how long protection may last from a COVID vaccine booster shot Researchers now have the first data looking at how long that protection from a booster shot of the COVID vaccine will last and what the future of the vaccinations might be after the
Vox
Could a universal Covid-19 vaccine defeat every variant?
The Covid-19 vaccines available today are amazing feats of science. Researchers achieved in less than a year what can sometimes take decades: They targeted a new virus with multiple highly effective vaccines that have reached billions of people. They deployed
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TEXAS, WILDFIRE, BURN, PRESCRIBED
USA Today
Planned burn may have caused Texas wildfire that's forcing hundreds to evacuate: Officials
AUSTIN, Texas — A wildfire in a Central Texas state park on Tuesday forced the evacuation of dozens of homes in the city of Bastrop — the site of a deadly blaze more than a decade ago — and officials said a prescribed burn may be to blame. Bastrop County and
CNN
Texas wildfire forces residents to evacuate as dozens of firefighters are deployed
(CNN) A prescribed fire in Central Texas "spread beyond the intended fire boundaries" Tuesday and swelled to hundreds of acres, forcing some residents to evacuate as crews battled the blaze overnight, local officials said. The Rolling Pines Fire in Bastrop
USA Today
Central Texas wildfire forces hundreds of evacuations; officials link prescribed burn to blaze
AUSTIN, Texas — A wildfire in a Central Texas state park on Tuesday forced the evacuation of dozens of homes in the city of Bastrop — the site of a deadly blaze more than a decade ago — and officials said a prescribed burn may be to blame. Bastrop County and
USA Today
Prescribed burn suspected in Texas wildfire
Prescribed burn suspected in Texas wildfire A wildfire in a central Texas state park is no longer growing and no injuries were reported after the blaze, suspected to have been caused by a prescribed burn, charred 783 acres. (Jan. 19)
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HARRIS, ILLEGAL, INAUGURATION, HONDURAS
New York Post
VP Harris returning to Central America in latest bid to handle migration crisis
Here she goes again. Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Honduras next week as part of a fresh effort to address what the Biden administration calls the “root causes” of the ongoing migration crisis, the White House announced Tuesday. As part of the
CNN
Vice President Harris will visit Honduras for inauguration of Xiomara Castro
(CNN) Vice President Kamala Harris will lead the US delegation to Honduras attending the inauguration of President-elect Xiomara Castro later this month, according to the White House. "The Vice President's visit will further the commitment she and President-elect
Breitbart
VP: Attending Honduran President Inauguration Will Stem Illegal Flow
Vice President Kamala Harris and the left-wing media are promoting the idea that a trip to attend the inauguration of Honduras President-Elect Xiomara Castro is part of “efforts to deter migration.” According to Customs and Border Protection (CBP) some 1,734,686
Fox News
Harris headed to Honduras to tackle 'root causes' of illegal immigration
Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Honduras to lead the American Presidential Delegation for the inauguration of President-elect Xiomara Castro. "The Vice President’s visit will further the commitment she and President-elect Castro made during their
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LUSIA, HARRIS, WOMAN, NBA
CNN
Lusia Harris, the only woman ever officially drafted by an NBA team, has died
(CNN) Lusia "Lucy" Harris, a star in women's collegiate basketball during the 1970s and the first and only woman ever to be officially drafted by an NBA team, died Tuesday, according to a statement from her family as well as Delta State University. She was
New York Post
Women’s basketball pioneer Lusia Harris dies at 66
Lusia Harris, who became the only woman to be officially drafted by an NBA team and scored the first points in women’s basketball history at the Olympics, died Tuesday, her family announced. She was 66. “We are deeply saddened to share the news that our angel,
Huffington Post
Lusia Harris, The Only Woman Drafted By The NBA, Dead At Age 66
Lusia Harris, who became the only woman to be officially drafted by an NBA team and scored the first points in women’s basketball history at the Olympics, died Tuesday, her family announced. She was 66. “We are deeply saddened to share the news that our angel,
NPR
Remembering legend Lusia Harris, the only woman to be officially drafted by the NBA
Remembering legend Lusia Harris, the only woman to be officially drafted by the NBA Enlarge this image toggle caption ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty
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PARDONED, SENTENCED, KENTUCKY, 42
Fox News
Pardoned Kentucky killer sentenced to 42 years in prison
LONDON, Ky. — A man pardoned by Kentucky’s former governor for a 2014 drug robbery killing will return to prison to serve a 42-year federal sentence for the same crime. Patrick Baker was convicted of murder committed during a drug trafficking crime last year
NY Daily News
Pardoned Kentucky killer gets 42-year federal sentence for same slaying
This Sunday, May 30, 2021 file booking photo released by the Laurel County, Ky., Correctional Center shows, Patrick Baker, who was pardoned by Kentucky’s former governor for a 2014 drug robbery killing. Baker will return to prison to serve a 42-year federal
Conservative Daily News
Man Pardoned 7 Years Ago By Governor Sentenced To 42 Years In Prison For Drug Robbery Killing
A Kentucky man pardoned seven years ago for killing a man during a home invasion is headed back to prison for the very same crime. Patrick Baker was convicted of murder by a federal jury and sentenced to 42 years in prison for killing Donald Mills in a drug-related
New York Times
Murderer Pardoned by Kentucky’s Former Governor Is Sentenced Again
A Kentucky man who was pardoned by the state’s former governor in 2019 was sentenced to 42 years in prison this week on federal charges for the same murder, the Justice Department said. Federal officials were able to put the man, Patrick Baker, 43, on trial
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FLORIDA, HEALTH, OFFICIAL, STAFF
Newsmax
Florida Health Dept. Puts Official on Leave for Urging Staff Vaccinations
Florida's Department of Health has placed Orange County Health Director Dr. Raul Pino on administrative leave amid an investigation into whether he might have broken state law by telling staff in an email that "it is irresponsible not to be vaccinated." Florida
Huffington Post
Florida Health Official Suspended For Encouraging Staff To Get COVID Vaccine
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — A health official who has helped lead central Florida’s response to the pandemic has been put on administrative leave as state officials investigate whether he tried to compel employees to get vaccinated for COVID-19 in violation of state
New York Post
Florida health director put on leave after slamming staff’s ‘pathetic’ vaccination rate
Sign up for our special edition newsletter to get a daily update on the coronavirus pandemic. A Florida health official is on administrative leave after encouraging staffers to get COVID-19 shots while blasting their “pathetic” vaccination rate, officials
Washington Times
Florida suspends health official in probe over vaccine law
ORLANDO, Fla. — A health official who has helped lead central Florida’s response to the pandemic has been put on administrative leave as state officials investigate whether he tried to compel employees to get vaccinated for COVID-19 in violation of state law. The
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HAMSTERS, KONG, HONG, SMALL
CNN
Hong Kong plans to cull 2,000 hamsters over Covid fears. Pet owners are outraged
A version of this story appeared in CNN's Meanwhile in China newsletter, a three-times-a-week update exploring what you need to know about the country's rise and how it impacts the world. Sign up here. Hong Kong (CNN) Hong Kong will euthanize about 2,000 hamsters
Newsmax
Fury Over Hong Kong's Mass Cull of Hamsters and Small Pets
Hong Kong's government faced outrage Wednesday over its decision to cull thousands of small animals after hamsters in a pet store tested positive for COVID-19. Like China, Hong Kong maintains a "zero-COVID" policy, stamping out the merest trace of the virus
Conservative Daily News
COVID Positive Hamsters Lead To Slaughter Of Small Animals In Hong Kong
Hong Kong authorities announced they would kill 2,000 small animals after several hamsters contracted COVID-19 in a pet store, the Associated Press reported. An employee at the pet store tested positive for the Delta coronavirus variant on Monday in addition
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MURAL, CARAVAGGIO, ITALIAN, VILLA
NPR
No one bid on this Italian villa with the world's only known Caravaggio ceiling mural
No one bid on this Italian villa with the world's only known Caravaggio ceiling mural Enlarge this image toggle caption Riccardo Antimiani/ANSA/AFP via Getty Images Riccardo Antimiani/ANSA/AFP via Getty Images The Villa Aurora in Rome is on the market and
USA Today
Italian villa with Caravaggio mural up for auction
Italian villa with Caravaggio mural up for auction A villa in Rome, containing the only known ceiling painted by Italian artist Caravaggio, went on the auction block Tuesday, January 18. Its estimated value is 471 million euros, or 533 million dollars. A judge
NPR
No one bid on this Italian villa with the world's only known Caravaggio ceiling mural
No one bid on this Italian villa with the world's only known Caravaggio ceiling mural Enlarge this image toggle caption Riccardo Antimiani/ANSA/AFP via Getty Images Riccardo Antimiani/ANSA/AFP via Getty Images The Villa Aurora in Rome is on the market and
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PAY, BRONX, CARDI, FIRE
CNN
Cardi B pledges to pay funeral costs for Bronx fire victims
(CNN) Rapper Cardi B plans to pay the funeral costs for those who lost their lives in a deadly fire in that New York City borough. In total 17 people died after a fire ripped through their Bronx apartment building. Cardi B, who is a Bronx native, said in
Fox News
Cardi B will pay the funeral expenses for the Bronx apartment fire victims
Cardi B has volunteered to pay for the burial costs of the 17 people who were killed in a deadly fire that destroyed a New York City high-rise building earlier this month. New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday that the Grammy-winning rapper had
Huffington Post
Bronx Native Cardi B Offers To Pay Fire Victim Burial Costs
NEW YORK (AP) — Cardi B has offered to pay the burial costs for all 17 people killed in a fire that ripped through a New York City high-rise. New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced Wednesday that the Grammy-winning rapper had offered the financial relief
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TSUNAMI, TONGA, FACES, BADLY
Washington Times
Three of Tonga’s smaller islands badly damaged by tsunami
SYDNEY (AP) — Three of Tonga‘s smaller islands suffered serious damage from tsunami waves, officials and the Red Cross said Wednesday, as a wider picture begins to emerge of the destruction caused by the eruption of an undersea volcano near the Pacific archipelago
CNN
Tonga faces 'unprecedented disaster' as New Zealand warns of further eruptions and tsunami risk
(CNN) A massive volcanic eruption and tsunami near Tonga caused "an unprecedented disaster," the Pacific nation's leader said Tuesday, as New Zealand warned of further eruptions that may complicate the delivery of aid to remote islands where communications
New York Post
Tonga faces water and food crisis from volcanic eruption, tsunami
Disaster-ridden Tonga is now facing a looming water and food crisis after the volcanic eruption and tsunami wiped out crops and polluted drinking sources for tens of thousands of people, officials said Wednesday. Hundreds of homes in Tonga’s smaller outer
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ROBERT, DURST, DA, KATHIE
New York Post
Westchester DA releases report on murder of Robert Durst’s wife Kathie
Dying is one way to get away with murder. The Westchester DA’s Office released its final investigative report into the murder of Robert Durst’s first wife, Kathleen, on Wednesday before closing and sealing the case now that Durst is dead. Durst, 78, died
New York Times
What New York Prosecutors Have on Robert Durst
The many mysteries surrounding Robert A. Durst, the onetime real estate scion who died last week while in custody following his murder conviction in California, started with his first wife, who vanished from a cottage in a small town in Westchester County,
Huffington Post
DA: Robert Durst Investigators Blew Chances To Build A Case Because Of 'Tunnel Vision'
NEW YORK (AP) — Authorities decades ago blew chances to build a case against multimillionaire Robert Durst in the death of his first wife, a suburban New York prosecutor said Wednesday after Durst’s death last week in a California hospital lockup quashed a
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MURDER, DOUBLE, SUICIDE, DEAD
New York Post
Three teens found dead in Texas home in suspected double murder-suicide
Three teenagers were found dead in a Texas home in an apparent double murder-suicide, authorities said. The bodies of two 17-year-old girls and a 15-year-old boy were discovered by a relative Tuesday at a home in Crosby outside Houston, Harris County Sheriff
USA Today
'Tragic': 3 teenagers found dead in home outside of Houston, authorities say
HOUSTON — Three teens were found dead Tuesday in a home northeast of the city in what police say appears to be a double murder-suicide. A family member who lives next door discovered the three bodies — two females and one male — Tuesday afternoon while they
Fox News
Texas authorities investigating possible double murder-suicide
Texas authorities are investigating three bodies found in a home as a possible double murder-suicide, according to a report. The bodies of three teenagers – two girls and a boy – were discovered inside a house in Crosby, Texas, outside of Houston, by a family
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SPILL, PERU, OIL, TONGA
Breitbart
Oil Spill Turns Peru Beach Black After Tonga Eruption
A Peruvian oil tanker spilled much of its contents into the waters of the Pacific Ocean on Saturday affecting at least two miles of Peru’s central coast after waves sparked by Tonga’s volcanic eruption and tsunami that day in the South Pacific rocked the actively
NPR
The Tonga volcano caused an oil spill on Peru's coast. Fishermen are protesting
The Tonga volcano caused an oil spill on Peru's coast. Fishermen are protesting Enlarge this image toggle caption Martin Mejia/AP Martin Mejia/AP LIMA, Peru — An oil spill on the Peruvian coast caused by the waves from an eruption of an undersea volcano in
ABC
Video Tonga volcano causes oil spill in Peru
Tonga volcano causes oil spill in Peru Unusually high waves attributed to the eruption of an undersea volcano in Tonga caused an oil spill on the Peruvian coast.
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GOVERNOR, NEW, RACE, LEE
Breitbart
Bill de Blasio Will Not Run for New York Governor
Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio (D) announced on Tuesday he will not run for governor of New York, ending speculation about his intentions to do so. “No, I am not going to be running for governor in New York State, but I am going to devote every
Newsmax
GOP Rep. Lee Zeldin Raises $8.4 Million in NY Governor's Race
Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-N.Y., announced Wednesday on Twitter, his campaign for governor of New York has raised $8.4 million from more than 30,000 donations since he launched his bid last April. Zeldin reported more than $4.3 million in his latest filing from about
Breitbart
Lee Zeldin Raises Record $8.4 Million in New York Governor’s Race
Rep. Lee Zeldin (R-NY) has raised $8.4 million in the race to become the next governor of New York, the most taken in by any Republican in a NY statewide election in a non-election year in over two decades. In an announcement on Tuesday, Zeldin said the $8.4
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COVID, TEST, LAB, NEGATIVE
USA Today
Center for COVID Control and its lab 'fraudulently reported negative test results,' Minnesota complaint says
CHICAGO — The Minnesota Attorney General's Office filed a consumer-protection lawsuit Wednesday against a nationwide chain of coronavirus testing sites for "deceptive and fraudulent practices." The suit alleges the Illinois-based Center for COVID Control and
CNN
PCR vs. antigen: Which test you should take after having Covid-19
(CNN) A PCR test is often considered the gold standard for detecting coronavirus infection. It's the test some employers want employees to take before returning to work after having Covid-19, and the one some people scramble to schedule to know whether they
USA Today
Center for COVID Control and its lab 'fraudulently reported negative test results,' Minnesota lawsuit says
CHICAGO — The Minnesota Attorney General's Office filed a consumer-protection lawsuit Wednesday against a nationwide chain of coronavirus testing sites for "deceptive practices." The suit alleges the Center for COVID Control and its lab, Doctors Clinical Lab,
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YVETTE, MIMIEUX, 80, STAR
Huffington Post
1960s Starlet Yvette Mimieux Dies At 80
Yvette Mimieux, the 1960s film star of “Where the Boys Are,” “The Time Machine” and “Light in the Piazza,” died in her sleep of natural causes early Tuesday, Jan. 18, 2022 at her home in Los Angeles. She was 80. (AP Photo/Doug Pizac, File) via Associated Press NEW
Fox News
Actress Yvette Mimieux, star of 'The Time Machine,' dead at 80
Yvette Mimieux was found dead Tuesday morning, a rep for her family confirmed. She had just turned 80 on January 8, and she passed away in her sleep of natural causes. Mimieux was a prolific actress best remembered for starring opposite Rod Taylor in the 1960
Newsmax
Yvette Mimieux, Star of 'The Time Machine,' Dies at 80
Yvette Mimieux, an actress best known for her roles in 1960s films "Where the Boys Are," "The Time Machine" and "Light in the Piazza," has died at 80. A family rep confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter, explaining that Mimieux had died overnight Monday
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ALEC, BALDWIN, MARINE, SUED
New York Post
Family of Marine killed in Afghanistan sues Alec Baldwin for defamation
The family of a Marine killed in Afghanistan during the Biden administration’s chaotic troop withdrawal has sued Alec Baldwin for defamation, claiming the actor falsely accused one of the serviceman’s grieving sisters of being an “insurrectionist.” Rylee McCollum,
Newsmax
Alec Baldwin Sued After Accusing Woman of Taking Part in Capitol Riot
Actor Alec Baldwin is facing a defamation lawsuit after he accused a woman of being an "insurrectionist" and claimed that she attended the Capitol riot on Jan. 6 last year, which she denies, the New York Post reports. Earlier this year, Baldwin contacted Roice
Fox News
Alec Baldwin sued for $25 million by family of fallen US Marine
The family of a U.S. Marine killed in a suicide bombing in Afghanistan is suing Alec Baldwin for allegedly mislabeling his sister as a participant in the Capitol riot Jan. 6, 2021. The 63-year-old actor is named in a lawsuit seeking $25 million and alleging
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BIDEN, DEMOCRAT, UK, AMBASSADOR
Newsmax
Biden Names Major Democrat Donors as UK, Denmark Envoys
President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced his intention to nominate prominent Democrat fundraiser Jane Hartley to serve as ambassador to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland and major donor Alan Leventhal to serve as his envoy to Denmark. The White House
Washington Times
Biden to nominate Democrat fundraiser for U.K. ambassador post
President Biden on Wednesday announced he will nominate Jane Hartley, a major Democrat fundraiser, as ambassador to the United Kingdom and Northern Ireland. Ms. Hartley, who served as the U.S. ambassador to France during the Obama administration, raised money
New York Post
Biden nominates Jane Hartley as ambassador to UK, while Ukraine still lacks one
President Biden on Wednesday announced his intention to nominate Jane Hartley to serve as the US ambassador to the United Kingdom and North Ireland, as well as several other ambassadorships, but did not include one for Ukraine, as tensions in Eastern Europe
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FLORIDA, ANTI, BILL, SHIELD
ABC
Florida doubles down on anti-critical race theory legislation
A new bill in Florida would ban public schools and private businesses from making people feel “discomfort” when being taught about racial discrimination in U.S. history. It passed the state Senate Committee on Education on Jan. 18 with six yeas and three nays
National Review
Anti-CRT Bill: The Associated Press Misrepresents Florida's Senate Bill 148
(Getty Images) At the Associated Press, Brendan Farrington leads with the claim that Senate Bill 148 in the Florida legislature “would prohibit public schools and private businesses from making white people feel ‘discomfort’ when they teach students or train
Huffington Post
Florida GOP Pushes Bill To Shield White People From 'Discomfort' Of Racist Past
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — A bill pushed by Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis that would prohibit public schools and private businesses from making white people feel “discomfort” when they teach students or train employees about discrimination in the nation’s
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SUBWAY, MICHELLE, ATTACK, ALYSSA
Fox News
Michelle Alyssa Go: Accused NYC subway shover held without bail as cops probe for racial bias
The homeless man charged with killing a young New York City women when he pushed her in front of an oncoming train was ordered held without bail on Wednesday morning as more details related to the senseless slaying were revealed. "The attack was completely
ABC
Suspect in fatal New York City subway attack arraigned on murder charges from hospital bed
The man accused of pushing a woman to her death on a New York City subway track was arraigned from his hospital bed on second-degree murder charges. Simon Martial, 61, was seen using “two hands to push another woman onto the train tracks as a train approached"
Fox News
Michelle Alyssa Go subway attack: NYC mayor announces plans for more mental health services
New York City Mayor Eric Adams said he plans to step up mental health assistance in subways in the wake of the killing of Michelle Alyssa Go, who was pushed in front of an oncoming subway train by a man with a reported mental health history. Go, a 40-year-old
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PATROL, MISSOURI, BATMAN, ALERT
CNN
Missouri highway patrol blasts out 'Batman' cell phone alert by mistake
(CNN) The Joker is not on the rampage in Missouri, but it looks like authorities there are ready for the "Batman" villain. A purple and green Dodge was featured in the 1989 film, "Batman." An emergency alert mistakenly sent to mobile devices Tuesday by the
Fox News
Missouri Highway Patrol mistakenly sends out Batman emergency alert for Joker's car
No, it wasn’t the Bat-Signal. Missourians received an "Emergency Alert" on their phones Tuesday that made references to the superhero Batman after authorities say a test alert was inadvertently deployed statewide. The alert sent out around 4:52 p.m. read:
Huffington Post
Missouri Highway Patrol Mistakenly Sends Batman-Themed Alert
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — The Missouri State Highway Patrol alert sent cellphones blaring statewide: Authorities in Gotham City, Missouri, were searching for a purple and green 1978 Dodge 3700GT. But there is no Gotham City, Missouri, and the car referenced
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WARMBIER, NORTH, KOREA, OTTO
Fox News
North Korea sanctioned by U.S. court in death of American student Otto Warmbier
The family of an American student who died following detainment by North Korea should receive $240,000 from seized assets, a New York court ruled. University of Virginia student Otto Warmbier, 22, died in 2017 after falling into a year-long coma following
Washington Times
Otto Warmbier’s parents to get $240,000 seized from North Korea, federal judge rules
NEW YORK — The parents of Otto Warmbier, a U.S. student who died after being taken hostage by North Korea and released by the country in a coma in 2017, should receive $240,300 seized from a North Korean bank account, a federal judge ruled last week. The amount
Newsmax
Otto Warmbier's Parents Get $240K Seized From North Korea
The parents of Otto Warmbier, a U.S. student who died after being taken hostage by North Korea and released by the country in a coma in 2017, should receive $240,300 seized from a North Korean bank account, a federal judge ruled last week. The amount would
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PHOTO, SCHOOL, SHARED, LUNCH
Conservative Daily News
Public School Lunch Photo Shared On Facebook Has Parents Concerned
Photos of cafeteria lunches served at an upstate New York public school district have gone viral on Facebook, sparking community outrage. A father posted photos of the lunches provided by his children’s school cafeteria, garnering national attention and frustration
Fox News
High school lunch photo shared by New York dad has parents concerned
A father is sparking conversation on Facebook after sharing a photo of his teenager’s cafeteria lunch. Chris Vangellow, a dad of four, spoke with Fox News about the post which is garnering attention from parents in his upstate New York, community. Vangellow
New York Post
Upstate dad goes viral after posting photo of son’s paltry school meal
Bon appétit? An upstate New York school lunch has prompted outrage after a father shared a photo of his son’s meager cafeteria offerings. Chris Vangellow, whose children attend the Parishville-Hopkinton Central School District, shared a photo to Facebook
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TRUCK, DRIVERS, YEAR, FACING
New York Post
US to allow teens to become truck drivers to combat supply chain issues
The United States is preparing to launch a pilot program for people under 21 to become truck drivers in order to combat the effects of supply chain backlogs, allowing some teenagers to get behind the wheel of big rigs. The program – first detailed in a series
CNN
New rule will allow 18-year-olds to drive semi trucks across state lines
(CNN Business) With the trucking industry facing a shortage of qualified drivers, the US government is setting up an apprenticeship program for young truckers. The new program will allow people as young as 18 to drive big interstate semi trucks. , saying it
New York Times
Facing a Shortage of Truck Drivers, Pilot Program Turns to Teenagers
People as young as 18 will soon be allowed to drive commercial trucks carrying tons of cargo across state lines under a federal apprenticeship pilot program that is intended to train thousands of new drivers. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration,
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WIND, NEW, CHILL, INDEX
USA Today
What is wind chill? Understanding the wind chill index and how it's calculated
Wind chill alone can never make an object colder than the air temperature. The Weather Service began to include wind chill in their forecasts in the early 1970s. When the wind chill is around 40 degrees below zero, exposed skin can freeze in as little as
Washington Times
Construction to begin soon on new U.S. offshore wind farm
Construction will soon begin on the second commercial-scale, offshore wind energy project to gain approval in the United States, the developers said. The U.S. Department of the Interior approved it in November, and the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management issued
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SIDNEY, POITIER, HOLLYWOOD, LEGACY
CNN
Sidney Poitier's death certificate indicates he died of heart failure
Photos: Hollywood legend Sidney Poitier Actor Sidney Poitier stars in "Buck and the Preacher," a film that he also directed in 1972. Hide Caption 1 of 35 Photos: Hollywood legend Sidney Poitier Poitier appears with Glenn Ford in a scene from the film "Blackboard
Huffington Post
Black Hollywood Honors Sidney Poitier’s Legacy
Actor Sidney Poitier died Jan. 6 at the age of 94. He was the first Black man to win an Oscar, for his leading role in 1963's "Lilies of the Field." Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic via Getty Images The world lost a giant when Sir Sidney Poitier died on Jan.
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HANNITY, MOB, CHAOS, EDUCATION
Fox News
Hannity: Democratic Party and its media mob allies 'in an utter state of chaos'
Sean Hannity laid out the chaotic state of the left-wing establishment in Tuesday's opening monologue of "Hannity." "Tonight, the Democratic Party, their close allies in the mob in the media are in an utter state of chaos," he said. "Poll numbers imploding.
Fox News
'Hannity' on Virginia's education revolution, crime surge in US cities
This is a rush transcript of "Hannity" on January 18, 2022. This copy may not be in its final form and may be updated. SEAN HANNITY, FOX NEWS HOST: No hamsters for me. No, not happening. All right, Tucker. Little creatures -- I like baby mice and I don't
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BANKRUPTCY, PUERTO, RICO, JUDGE
NPR
A judge signs a deal to allow Puerto Rico to start emerging from bankruptcy
A judge signs a deal to allow Puerto Rico to start emerging from bankruptcy Enlarge this image toggle caption Carlos Giusti/AP Carlos Giusti/AP SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — Puerto Rico's nearly five-year bankruptcy battle is ending after a federal judge on Tuesday
NPR
A federal judge has approved Puerto Rico's exit from bankruptcy
A federal judge has approved Puerto Rico's exit from bankruptcy Puerto Rico entered bankruptcy in 2016 after it stopped making payments on more than $70 billion of loans. The deal was struck with the island's creditors, and opens the path to economic recovery. National
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ARRESTED, OFFICER, BROWNS, MCDOWELL
CNN
Cleveland Browns player Malik McDowell arrested on charges of attacking an officer, public exposure
(CNN) Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Malik McDowell was arrested Monday in Florida on charges of public exposure, battery on a law enforcement officer and obstruction of justice with violence for resisting arrest, according to an incident report. A Broward
Newsmax
Browns' Malik McDowell Arrested for Public Exposure, Assaulting an Officer
Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Malik McDowell was arrested in Florida for exposing himself near a learning center for children then attacking a deputy, according to reports. McDowell was charged with one count of aggravated battery on an officer, resisting
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EVICTS, JERUSALEM, ISRAEL, PALESTINIANS
New York Times
Israel Evicts Palestinians in Flashpoint Area of East Jerusalem
JERUSALEM — Israeli police evicted two Palestinian families from their homes on Wednesday to make way for a new school in Sheikh Jarrah, a neighborhood of East Jerusalem where previous attempts to evict other Palestinians stirred tensions that built up to the
Washington Times
Israel evicts Palestinians from disputed Jerusalem property
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israeli police on Wednesday evicted Palestinians from a disputed property in a flashpoint Jerusalem neighborhood and demolished the building, leaving some 15 people homeless on a cold, rainy day in the wake of a tense standoff earlier this
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APOLOGIZES, DAK, FANS, PRESCOTT
Fox News
Cowboys QB Dak Prescott apologizes for condoning fans throwing at refs
Dak Prescott apologized Tuesday night for his comments that condoned Dallas Cowboys fans throwing objects at NFL officials after the team's playoff loss, with the quarterback saying in a series of tweets that he deeply regretted what he said after the game. CLICK
CNN
Dak Prescott: Dallas Cowboys star apologizes for praising fans who threw trash at officials after playoff loss
(CNN) Dak Prescott has apologized for his comment praising fans who threw trash at officials after the Dallas Cowboys' dramatic NFL Wild Card playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. In the final moments of the game , as Prescott tried to stop the
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ORANGE, PRICES, SURGING, HARVEST
Conservative Daily News
Orange Juice Prices Expected To Soar After Worst Harvest Since World War Two
Orange juice prices are expected to soar in 2022 after inclement weather and citrus disease constrained the supply of oranges in the U.S. while demand surged during the pandemic, CNN Business reported. Frozen orange juice futures climbed over 50% during the
CNN
Orange crop is set to be the smallest since WWII, sending OJ prices surging
That has sent orange juice prices higher during the pandemic, and they will probably continue to climb: Frozen orange juice futures have surged more than 50% during the pandemic, and they rose to a two-year high last week — soaring 5% alone Thursday. "You
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TODDLERS, SAINT, ORG, RESOURCES
National Review
Minnesota School District Partners with Org Offering ‘Pride Resources’ for Toddlers
People wave rainbow flags during the 2018 New York City Pride Parade (Andrew Kelly/Reuters) A Minnesota school district has partnered with an organization that offers LGBTQ-affirming curricula for students as young as three years old. Minnesota Saint Paul
Conservative Daily News
Parents Group Claims Saint Paul Public Schools Indoctrinating Preschoolers On Transgender Issues
A parents group claims that Saint Paul Public Schools in Minnesota is indoctrinating toddlers about transgender issues and “pride.” Books in one handout are targeted for children as young as three, and include the story of a young girl transitioning. One
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ERA, ROE, END, WADE
Conservative Daily News
Star Parker: End of the Roe v. Wade Era?
110 VIEWS Share Tweet Whatsapp Reddit Print Mail After a COVID-19 driven timeout last year, March for Life returns this year to Washington, D.C., for the 49th year, noting the anniversary of and support to overturn the Roe v. Wade decision of Jan. 22, 1973.
Town Hall
End of the Roe v. Wade Era?
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. After a COVID-19 driven timeout last year, March for Life returns this year to Washington, D.C., for the 49th year, noting the anniversary of and
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WORK, DESTROY, QUEST
Conservative Daily News
The Quest to Destroy Work
41 VIEWS Share Tweet Whatsapp Reddit Print Mail This week, after spending time vacationing in the disease-ridden hellscape known as Florida, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., came down with COVID-19. It was a tragic blow to the irrepressible Instagram
Town Hall
The Quest to Destroy Work
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. This week, after spending time vacationing in the disease-ridden hellscape known as Florida, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., came down with
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DIDIER, SORNETTE, READ, QUESTIONS
American Enterprise Institute
5 questions for Didier Sornette on the necessity of high-risk research
Blog Post By James Pethokoukis and Didier Sornette On a recent episode of “Political Economy,” Didier Sornette sat down to discuss why researchers seem to be getting less productive. Grounding his ideas in the understanding that scientific progress comes
American Enterprise Institute
Are discoveries and inventions in decline? My long-read Q&A with Didier Sornette
Blog Post By James Pethokoukis and Didier Sornette The 19th and 20th centuries witnessed tremendous scientific advances and economic growth, but progress seems to have stagnated on a number of fronts over the past 50 years. Should we expect more slow, uninspiring
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SNACK, MOVIE, POPCORN, ULTIMATE
Fox News
History of popcorn: Fun facts about the movie theater snack
Wednesday is National Popcorn Day, and what better way to celebrate than by learning about the history of the delicious snack? According to The Popcorn Board, the oldest-known ears of corn that were popped are from about 4,000 years ago and were discovered
CNN
This is the ultimate snack food — and it's better for you than you think
Sign up for our Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style newsletter, an eight-part series that guides you in a delicious expert-backed eating lifestyle that's good for your health. (CNN) When you're snacking for dinner, popcorn can't be beat. It's an ideal "main
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GRAMMY, AWARDS, DATE, COVID
Breitbart
Grammy Awards Move to Las Vegas Site Spurred by ‘Too Many Risks’ over Omicron in Los Angeles
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The 2022 Grammy Awards will shift to an April show in Las Vegas after recently postponing the ceremony due to rising COVID-19 cases because the omicron variant. The awards will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas
Huffington Post
Grammy Awards Get A New Location And Date After COVID-19 Postponement
The 2022 Grammy Awards will shift to an April show in Las Vegas after recently postponing the ceremony due to rising COVID-19 cases because the omicron variant. The awards will be broadcast live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas on April 3, according
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TESLA, AUTOPILOT, FATAL, CRASH
NY Daily News
Tesla driver becomes first to face felony charges for fatal crash involving autopilot
The deadly collision unfolded in the suburb of Gardena the night of December 29, 2019. Police said 27-year-old Riad was exiting a highway in his black Model S when he sped through a red light and slammed into a Honda Civic, killing the two people inside. Both
New York Post
Tesla driver first to be charged in fatal crash involving Autopilot
A Tesla driver involved in a fatal wreck in California over two years ago while using Autopilot has been charged with two counts of vehicular manslaughter. The charges against limousine service driver Kevin George Aziz Riad, 27, represent the first felony
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WOMAN, 75, SACRAMENTO, FRAUD
Red State
The Devil Is Busy: Sacramento Woman Who Bilked $2.75 Mil in CA Employment Fraud Faces More Charges, and That's Not the Half of It
On April 9, 2021, 35-year old Jamie Williams-Major was arrested over alleged California Employment Development Department (CA EDD) fraud that involved six other individuals with gang-related ties, and two who faced murder charges. This arrest was a coordinated
Washington Examiner
Sacramento woman arrested, charged for $2.75 million in EDD fraud
Sacramento law enforcement officials announced Tuesday the arrest of the person responsible for the largest Employment Development Department fraud scheme ever in Sacramento County, which totaled more than $2.75 million. Police arrested 35-year-old Jamie Williams-Major
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TEST, HEALTH, NJ, WORKERS
Washington Times
NJ requires shot for health care workers, ending test option
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) - New Jersey will require health care workers and employees in nursing homes and prisons to get be fully vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, dropping an option to either get the shot or be tested, Gov. Phil Murphy said Wednesday. Murphy
New York Post
NJ drops COVID test option for health care workers, must be vaxxed or risk being fired
All New Jersey health care workers will now need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive their booster shots — or risk being fired, Gov. Phil Murphy revealed Wednesday. Murphy said the current rule that allows unvaccinated workers to undergo weekly
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SAGET, BOB, STAR, FATHER
Fox News
Jeff Ross details Bob Saget's 'star-studded' funeral: 'It was first class'
Jeff Ross detailed Bob Saget's "star-studded" funeral. Saget was laid to rest during a private funeral on Friday, Jan. 14. The comedian was buried in Los Angeles surrounded by family and friends. "Like Bob himself, everything was first class," Ross said in
Fox News
Bob Saget tribute concludes 'How I Met Your Father' premiere
The new Hulu series "How I Met Your Father" honored Bob Saget at the conclusion of its premiere for his part in the original sitcom that the new show spun off from. Saget provided the voice of an older Ted Mosby on the CBS sitcom "How I Met Your Mother" from
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POLITICAL, ATHLETES, STATEMENTS, FOREIGN
Fox News
China warns foreign Olympic athletes that political statements during games 'subject to' punishment
China has warned foreign athletes they may face punishment for speech that is "against the Olympic spirit" following a similar warning from human rights activists who worry about public freedoms during the games. Yang Shu, deputy director general of international
National Review
China: Foreign Athletes May Face Punishment for Political Statements during Olympics
The sun sets behind the Olympic Rings atop a tower near the Yanqing cluster of Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, in Beijing, China, January 19, 2022. (Thomas Peter/Reuters) Chinese officials issued a warning to foreign athletes that they may be “subject to certain
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ADAM, COMMITTEE, COMPLY, TESTING
Newsmax
GOP Intelligence Committee Members 'Will Not Comply' With Adam Schiff's COVID Testing Request
Republicans say they’re being asked to show proof of a negative COVID-19 test to join a regular meeting of the House Intelligence Committee and they will not comply, the Washington Examiner reports. Members reportedly received an email Tuesday night with a
Fox News
House Intel Republicans 'will not comply' with Adam Schiff's committee testing requirement
Republicans on the House Intelligence Committee "will not comply" with Chairman Adam Schiff’s , D-Calif., COVID-19 testing requirement to take part in committee business. House GOP leadership held a news conference on Wednesday with House Intelligence Committee
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DEAD, NEWBORN, FOUND, OUTSIDE
Breitbart
VIDEO: Newborn Boy Found Dead in Bag Outside Chicago Fire Station
A newborn boy was found dead in a duffel bag at a Near North Chicago fire station early Saturday, the Chicago Police Department said. “Officers were called to the station in the 1000 block of North Orleans Street at around 5 a.m. after firefighters found a
New York Post
Dead newborn found in snow-covered duffel outside Chicago fire station
A dead newborn was found dumped in a snow-covered duffel bag outside a Chicago fire station over the weekend, officials said. Crews only made the grim discovery at about 5 a.m. Saturday when they went outside to start shoveling the snow at the Near North Side
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EPPS, COMMITTEE, RAY, JAN
Red State
Another Twist in Ray Epps Saga Raises More Questions About That Jan. 6 Committee Interview
You may recall the story about Ray Epps, that guy who was very much in evidence outside the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, and even the night before, talking about going into the Capitol. Many raised questions about his role that day, especially after he was removed
Washington Times
Jan. 6 committee to conduct a formal interview with mysterious Capitol riot figure Ray Epps
Ray Epps, the Arizona man who several Republican lawmakers say is a federal informant who was present during the Capitol attack, is scheduled to participate in an interview on Friday with the House Jan. 6 committee. Mr. Epps’ lawyer, John Blischak, said that
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HOWARD, STERN, HOSPITALS, DIE
Breitbart
Howard Stern: Hospitals Should Refuse to Treat Unvaccinated — ‘Go Home and Die’
Radio personality Howard Stern said Wednesday on his Sirius XM show “The Howard Stern Show” that the unvaccinated who get infected with COVID-19 would be refused service from hospitals. Stern said, “If it was up to me, anyone unvaccinated would not be admitted
Fox News
COVID hysteria turned Howard Stern into 'exactly the person he spent decades mocking:' Reporter
Outkick reporter Bobby Burack tore into radio icon Howard Stern on Wednesday for demonizing unvaccinated Americans and allowing COVID hysteria to turn him into "exactly the person he spent decades mocking." "So many people turn to Howard Stern as just sort
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EDUCATION, INCLUDE, REPUBLICANS, MEMO
Washington Times
Senate Republicans expand inquiry into DOJ school-board memo to include Education Department
Senate Judiciary Republicans widened their inquiry Tuesday into the Justice Department’s memo on policing school-board meetings to include the Education Department, citing the recent release of an internal email indicating a link to Education Secretary Miguel
Newsmax
GOP Senators Make Inquiries Into Justice, Education Over NSBA Letter
Republican senators are investigating both the departments of Education and Justice over the National School Boards Association letter last year that compared parents attending school board meetings to domestic terrorists, as well as the DOJ memo that followed. Eleven
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WEALTH, GLOBAL, REDISTRIBUTION, HEARS
Breitbart
World Economic Forum Hears Call for Global Wealth Redistribution
The direct imposition of permanent annual taxes on the earnings of the world’s richest individuals could redistribute wealth and lift millions out of poverty, a report presented to the World Economic Forum (WEF) on Wednesday outlined. Under the globalist proposal,
CNN
Opinion: Taxing extreme wealth could lift 2.3 billion people out of poverty
Chuck Collins directs the Program on Inequality and co-edits Inequality.org at the Institute for Policy Studies. He's the author of the book, The Wealth Hoarders: How Billionaires Pay Millions to Hide Trillions, and a co-author of the new report, Taxing Extreme
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PASS, BIDEN, BROKEN, BREAK
CNBC
Biden says he thinks Congress can pass parts of broken-up Build Back Better plan
Biden's signature proposal hit a wall in December after Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.V., said he would not vote for it. Every Senate Democrat would need to back the $1.75 trillion House-passed bill for it to get to Biden's desk and become law. "I'm confident we can
Washington Times
Biden to break up $1.8 trillion economic bill, try to pass it in pieces
President Biden on Wednesday officially threw in the towel on his roughly $1.8 trillion social welfare and climate bill and said he would instead try to pass “big chunks” of it. The pivot to a piecemeal approach to the massive bill, which was the centerpiece
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COVID, ARIZONA, AG, FUNDS
Fox News
Arizona AG warns Biden admin of legal action if funds are withheld over COVID-19 policy
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich published a letter Wednesday to Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen after she threatened, on behalf of the Biden administration, to withhold funds from the state due to a difference in COVID-19 policy. "Madam Secretary,
Newsmax
Arizona AG: 'We Will Not Be Intimidated' by Mask, COVID Funds Threat
The Biden administration's threat to take back Arizona's COVID-19 funding for not forcing compliance on school mask mandates has been met with a stern response from state Attorney General Mark Brnovich, Axios reported Wednesday. "We will not be intimidated
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PHOTO, UNCOMFORTABLE, MICHAEL, HARVEY
Huffington Post
Steve Harvey 'Very Uncomfortable' With Sexy Photo Of His Daughter And Michael B. Jordan
Steve Harvey had a pretty understandable reaction to a PDA-heavy photo of his daughter Lori and her boyfriend, actor Michael B. Jordan. “I’ve never seen that picture before,” the visibly dismayed “Family Feud” host said on “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” last week.
Fox News
Steve Harvey says he's 'very uncomfortable' with steamy photo of daughter and Michael B. Jordan
Steve Harvey's having a hard time with one particular picture of his daughter. The 65-year-old comedian appeared on "The Ellen DeGeneres Show" on Tuesday and opened up about his daughter's relationship with actor Michael B. Jordan. The two began talking about
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AFGHANISTAN, CRACKDOWN, CHRISTIANS, TAKEOVER
Washington Times
Afghanistan tops roster of global Christian persecutors after Taliban takeover, crackdown
Afghanistan is the world’s most dangerous place for Christians, displacing North Korea for the first time in 20 years in a Christian advocacy group’s annual report. Open Doors released its 2022 World Watch List on Wednesday, identifying 50 countries where
Fox News
Afghanistan became most dangerous place on earth for Christians following Biden withdrawal: watchdog
A Christian persecution watchdog says that Afghanistan has become the "most dangerous place on earth" for Christians following the Biden administration’s chaotic withdrawal from the war-torn country. "For the first time ever, Afghanistan is the most dangerous
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NEW, OATH, KEEPERS, JAN
Newsmax
New Details Emerge About Oath Keepers' Jan. 6 Weapons Stockpile
The Oath Keepers stockpiled an arsenal of weapons and 30 days of supplies at a Comfort Inn just outside Washington, D.C., ahead of the Jan. 6 Capitol attack, prosecutors alleged in a late-night court filing Wednesday. In a memo seeking the pretrial detention
ABC
Prosecutors reveal new details of alleged Jan. 6 plotting by Oath Keepers
In an effort to keep a newly-arrested member of the Oath Keepers militia group charged in last week's seditious conspiracy indictment behind bars -- the Justice Department in a new court filing Wednesday revealed even more details behind the group's alleged
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FIRED, FIELD, PRAYING, COACH
Breitbart
SCOTUS Takes Up Case Involving Coach Fired for Praying on Field
The Supreme Court late last week agreed to hear oral arguments in a religious liberty case regarding a high school football coach who was fired for praying on the field after games. The case has taken several years — since 2015 — to be accepted by the highest
Newsmax
Supreme Court to Hear Case of High School Coach Fired After Praying on Field
The U.S. Supreme Court will take up the case of a former high school football coach who was fired following a disagreement with the school about praying on the field after games, the Washington Examiner reports. Joe Kennedy told the Examiner that during his
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DEAL, ACTIVISION, MICROSOFT, NEW
CNN
Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal poses 'monumental challenge' to Sony
New Delhi (CNN Business) Microsoft's blockbuster purchase of video game developer Activision Blizzard could pose a serious threat for Sony. Microsoft MSFT Sony SNE Shares of the maker of the PlayStation console, a major rival to Microsoft's Xbox, plummeted
New York Times
‘New Eyes’: Gamers Greet Microsoft’s Activision Deal With Guarded Optimism
Activision’s track record with some of its games also became spottier. In November, it delayed new versions of Diablo and Overwatch. That same month, the newly released Call of Duty: Vanguard was widely panned as being boring and full of glitches. Parris Lilly,
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SPORTS, JENNER, CAITLYN, WOMEN
Fox News
Caitlyn Jenner: 'Woke world' not working for women's sports
Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner argued against transgender athletes born biological males participating in women's sports Wednesday as the NCAA board reviews its policy following the success of trans swimmer Lia Thomas. "We need to protect women’s sports,"
Breitbart
Caitlyn Jenner: Biological Boys ‘Should Not Be Playing in Women’s Sports’
Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner on Wednesday argued against allowing biological males from competing in sports solely for biological females. During an interview on Fox News Channel’s “America Reports,” Jenner called on the NCAA “to make the right decision”
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BORDER, GUARDSMAN, TEXAS, SMUGGLING
Washington Times
Texas Guardsman shoots at smuggling suspect near Mexico border
A National Guardsman opened fire early Tuesday at a car suspected of being used by smugglers that barreled toward him and other troops assigned to border security in Texas. The Texas National Guard troops were part of Operation Lone Star — a state-run mission
Breitbart
Texas Army National Guardsman Fires Upon Smuggler’s Vehicle near Border
A Texas Army National Guardsman fired upon a human smuggler’s vehicle with his M-4 rifle after the suspect reportedly accelerated toward a fellow soldier. The Chrysler 300 was observed picking up six migrants south of Laredo on Tuesday. According to a report
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BORDER, TEXAS, WEST, SECTOR
Breitbart
4400 Migrants Apprehended over Weekend in One West Texas Border Sector
Del Rio Sector Border Patrol agents apprehended approximately 4,400 migrants over the three-day holiday weekend. In addition, the agents interdicted 27 human smuggling incidents and responded to 11 rescue calls. Owens tweeted a video showing a Del Rio Sector
Breitbart
EXCLUSIVE: West Texas Border Sector Now Epicenter of Migrant Crisis
DEL RIO, Texas — A source within U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) explains the Del Rio Sector is holding the lead in migrant apprehensions throughout the southwest. In January thus far, there are nearly 16,000 apprehensions, averaging almost 1,000 daily. Established
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COVID, 19, VENTILATOR, PATIENT
Fox News
COVID-19 patient moved to Texas after risk of having ventilator turned off in Minnesota hospital: report
An man being kept alive by a ventilator at a hospital in Minnesota following a severe case of COVID-19 was moved to a care facility in Texas after a judge issued a restraining order barring the hospital from turning off his machine, according to reports. Scott
ABC
Judge blocks hospital from turning off ventilator of severely ill COVID-19 patient
A Minnesota man with COVID who had been fighting for his life for months was transferred to a new hospital days after a judge blocked another hospital from taking him off a ventilator. The decision allowed Scott Quiner, 55, of Buffalo, Minnesota, to be moved
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COVID, CRISIS, CREATE, NURSING
New York Times
Covid Didn’t Create the Nursing Crisis
We’re entering our third year of Covid, and America’s nurses — who we celebrated as heroes during the early days of lockdown — are now leaving the bedside. The pandemic arrived with many people having great hope for reform on many fronts, including the nursing
New York Times
Why Covid-19 Didn’t Create the Nursing Crisis
We’re entering our third year of Covid, and America’s nurses — who we celebrated as heroes during the early days of lockdown — are now leaving the bedside. The pandemic arrived with many people having great hope for reform on many fronts, including the nursing
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INFLATION, YEARS, HIGHEST, 30
New York Times
Britain’s inflation rate climbs to its highest in 30 years.
Image Food prices in Britain had their biggest monthly increase in a decade, the national statistics agency said. Credit... Daniel Leal/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images Prices in Britain rose at their fastest pace in 30 years in December, according to the
CNN
UK inflation surges to highest level in 30 years
London (CNN Business) UK consumer price inflation has surged to the highest level in three decades, heaping pressure on households already facing a huge increase in energy costs. Inflation increased to 5.4% in December, the Office for National Statistics said
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ANDERSON, LOUIE, CANCER, TREATMENT
Fox News
Louie Anderson battling cancer, 'resting comfortably' after being hospitalized, rep says
Louie Anderson is in the hospital and is currently undergoing treatment for cancer. The "Baskets" star, 68, is said to be "resting comfortably" in a Las Vegas hospital, his publicist Glenn Schwartz revealed on Tuesday. The "Coming to America" actor and comedian
Huffington Post
Actor-Comedian Louie Anderson Undergoing Cancer Treatment
This Sept. 18, 2016 file photo shows Louie Anderson at the 68th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles. via Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — Louie Anderson is being treated for cancer in a Las Vegas hospital, a spokesman for the actor and comedian said. Anderson,
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INSIDERS, GOVERNMENT, TRADING, SOLD
New York Post
It’s not just Nancy Pelosi — plenty of government insiders are trading stocks at our expense
The Washington wheeler-dealers are making patsies out of the rest of us. Members of Congress get million-dollar-plus expense accounts, lifetime pensions and lavish perks — but for the greedy, that’s not enough: They’re also racking up big bucks trading stocks
Town Hall
Americans Are Being Sold Out by Government Insiders
The opinions expressed by columnists are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of Townhall.com. The Washington D.C. wheeler-dealers are making patsies out of the rest of us. Members of Congress get million-dollar-plus expense accounts, lifetime
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WOMAN, FLORIDA, WALKING, BEAR
USA Today
Florida woman attacked and thrown on the ground by bear while walking dogs
While walking her dogs at night, a woman said she was "jumped" on and attacked by a bear, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The unidentified woman was attacked by a black bear on Jan. 13 in DeBary, WESH 2 News reported. DeBary
CNN
A Florida woman survived after a bear attacked her while she was walking her dog
(CNN) A woman walking her dog was attacked and injured by a bear, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). The woman, who wasn't named by wildlife officials, was attacked by a black bear on January 13 in DeBary, a city north
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APP, MANDATORY, CHINA, OLYMPIC
Fox News
China's mandatory Olympics app raises privacy and censorship concerns, watchdog group warns
An app that China is using to track attendees at the Beijing Olympics next month has raised concerns from a cybersecurity watchdog about "a simple but devastating flaw" that it says poses privacy concerns. The Citizen Lab, based at the University of Toronto,
Breitbart
Mandatory Olympic Athlete App Gives China Data Goldmine
Less than a week after Team USA advised Olympic athletes to purchase disposable “burner” phones to thwart Chinese surveillance of the Beijing Winter Olympics, researchers at the University of Toronto are warning of serious security issues in the “MY2022” smartphone
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SUBSTITUTE, TEACHERS, STATE, OKLAHOMA
Washington Examiner
Stitt wants Oklahoma state employees to serve as substitute teachers
Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt is hoping state employees can cover teacher absences in school systems. The governor signed an executive order Tuesday that creates the "Guest Educator" program, which allows state employees to substitute in schools without losing
NPR
Oklahoma will allow state employees to work as substitute teachers to fight shortages
Oklahoma will allow state employees to work as substitute teachers to fight shortages Enlarge this image toggle caption Sue Ogrocki/AP Sue Ogrocki/AP Oklahoma will allow state employees to work as substitute teachers — while keeping their current jobs — as
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YEAR, OIL, PRICES, PROJECTS
Breitbart
Bidenflation: Oil Soars to 8-Year High, Pumping Gas Prices Toward Recent Highs
The price of oil continued to rise sharply on Wednesday, adding more pressure already elevated gasoline prices that are squeezing many U.S. households and businesses. The price of Brent, the international benchmark, rose by nearly one percent to $88.27 a barrel,
Conservative Daily News
Oil Prices To Have Another Volatile Year, Top Energy Agency Projects
Oil prices are poised to have another unsteady year as increasing demand, low supply and pandemic uncertainty continue to send shudders through the market, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA). “If demand continues to grow strongly or supply
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AIR, AFGHAN, FORCE, COLLAPSE
Breitbart
Issa: I.G. Report on Afghan Air Force Warnings Shows Biden Knew Things Would Collapse Despite Assertions of Dems, ‘Compliant Media’
On Tuesday’s broadcast of the Fox Business Network’s “Evening Edit,” Rep. Darrell Issa (R-CA) reacted to a report that the U.S. was warned in January 2021 that Afghanistan’s air force couldn’t survive without U.S. support by stating the report dispels “false
Fox News
Afghanistan: Watchdog warned of Afghan air force collapse before US pullout
Months before President Joe Biden announced the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan last year, Washington’s watchdog warned that the Afghan air force would collapse without critical American aid, training and maintenance. The report was declassified Tuesday. The
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CARJACKED, CANDIDATE, COUNCIL, POLICING
Fox News
DC council candidate carjacked in broad daylight on camera demands stronger community policing
A Democratic candidate for Washington D.C. City Council who says he was carjacked in broad daylight by masked men in the nation’s capital over the weekend is demanding better community policing to tackle the public safety crisis, exasperated by an increasing
Fox News
Washington, D.C., council candidate carjacked; video released of incident
Police in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday released footage of an armed carjacking that targeted a candidate for city council over the weekend. Nate Fleming was about to leave a gas station in the northwestern part of the city when a group of four men pulled up
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BIDEN, VOTING, SICK, JIM
Fox News
Biden hesitates to say 2022 election results will be legitimate if 'voting rights' bills not passed
President Biden refused to acknowledge the legitimacy of the 2022 midterm elections in a news conference Wednesday. "Speaking of voting rights legislation, if this isn’t passed, do you still believe the upcoming election will be fairly conducted and its
Fox News
Biden excoriated for suggesting blocking his agenda is 'Jim Crow 2.0': 'just plain sick'
President Biden was blasted on Twitter Tuesday after using the phrase "Jim Crow 2.0" in a tweet pushing his agenda on voting reform. Biden said, "Jim Crow 2.0 is about two insidious things: voter suppression and election subversion. It’s about making it harder
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22, MURDER, TEEN, SHOT
New York Post
Teen charged with murder of ex-girlfriend who was shot 22 times
A 17-year-old boy was arrested Monday and charged with murder for allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend 22 times as she walked her dog in a Houston park last week, authorities said. Diamond Alvarez, 16, was lured to the park last Tuesday after she received
Fox News
Texas teen charged with murder of girlfriend who was shot 22 times after learning of affair, police say
A Texas teen has been charged in connection to the murder of his 16-year-old girlfriend, who authorities say was shot 22 times last week after she learned of her boyfriend's affair. Frank Deleon, 17, was arrested Monday in the murder of Diamond Alvarez, Houston
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REPAIR, WEEKS, TONGA, DIGITAL
New York Times
With a Repair Ship Many Days Away, Tonga Faces Weeks of Digital Darkness
As in many remote Pacific nations, the island kingdom of Tonga is connected to the world by a single cable, roughly the width of a garden hose, that carries hair-thin optic fibers across a vast ocean bed. That lone conduit is the means by which Siniva Filise,
ABC
Tonga's undersea cable may take 'weeks' to repair after volcanic eruption
LONDON -- It may take weeks to repair an undersea fiber-optic cable connecting Tonga to the rest of the world, which was severed during Saturday's massive eruption of a submarine volcano near the South Pacific archipelago nation. New Zealand's Ministry of