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Aug 09 2022
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Zelenskyy Urges Western Nations to Ban Russian Travelers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Western countries to ban all Russian travelers.
During an interview with the Washington Post (Lean Left bias), Zelenskyy argued that the "most important sanctions are to close the borders" given Russian President Vladimir Putin's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. He also said that the country's citizens should "live in their own world until
Washington Post New York Post (News) ReutersApr 12 2023
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Biden Admin Proposal Aims to Boost EV Sales Tenfold by 2032
In efforts to cut emissions, the EPA is aiming to increase electric vehicle sales to 67% of new vehicles by 2032.
The Details: The move, which would reduce tailpipe emissions and dependence on oil, is even more ambitious than Biden’s previous target of 50% by 2030, which was announced in 2021. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation (AAI), a trade association that represents several auto
Associated Press Fortune Washington ExaminerApr 20 2021
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Senate Moves Toward Passing Bill Aimed at Curbing Anti-AAPI Hate Crimes
The Senate will likely vote on a bill this week aimed at cracking down on hate crimes against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). A 92-6 procedural vote in favor of the legislation last week indicated significant bipartisan support; the proposal comes amid reports of rising anti-AAPI hate crimes since the beginning of last year. Republicans and Democrats in the Senate have reportedly
ABC News (Online) Roll Call Washington ExaminerJun 15 2015
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How Partisan Politics Narrows Your Thinking
When it comes to politics, do you think for yourself? Or do you allow politicians, the media and political parties tell you what to believe?
You may consider these questions ridiculous, if not downright insulting. Of course no one tells you what to think! Perhaps there are weak, stupid, or easily led individuals (like those in that other political party) who could be swayed into certain
Beth BallentineMar 25 2024
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Appeals Court Allows Trump to Post $175M Bond While Appealing Larger Amount
A New York appeals court on Monday allowed former President Donald Trump 10 days to post a reduced bond of $175 million while he appeals the $454 million civil fraud judgment against him.
The Details: The decision came less than a day before a Monday night deadline to post bond, which Trump had not met; the former president’s lawyers had argued that he couldn't pay such a large sum
New York Times (News) Fox News Digital CNBCAug 11 2023
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AG Garland Appoints Special Counsel to Hunter Biden Investigation
Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Friday that Attorney David Weiss has been appointed special counsel to oversee the Department of Justice’s ongoing investigation into Hunter Biden, son of President Joe Biden.
Details: Weiss has been involved in the case for years, but this new appointment gives him additional authority and independence to conduct the investigation. According
Reuters NPR (Online News) Fox News DigitalSep 23 2020
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Former NSC Official Alleges Politicized White House Interference in Bolton Book Review
On Wednesday, former National Security Council official Ellen Knight accused the White House of playing an “unprecedented” and “outsize role in the review process” of former national security adviser John Bolton’s book. Knight alleges that after she reviewed the book for classified information, other White House officials conducted their own “fundamentally flawed” reviews and marked “hundreds
New York Times (News) Axios The HillJun 22 2022
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Biden Calls on Congress and States to Pass 3-Month Gas Tax Holiday
President Joe Biden called on Congress and state governments to suspend taxes on gas and diesel for three months.
While Biden has faced strong pressure to do something about high gas prices, leaders from both parties in Congress have expressed skepticism or outright opposition to a gas tax holiday. Addressing these concerns, Biden said he understood that “the gas tax holiday alone is
The Hill New York Times (News) The Daily WireMar 28 2024
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Biden Holding Fundraiser with Former Presidents Obama and Clinton
On Thursday night, President Joe Biden is holding a fundraiser in New York City with former Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton.
Key Details: The event at Radio City Music Hall is expected to raise more than $25 million and draw more than 5,000 supporters, according to the Biden campaign. It would become the "most successful political fundraiser in American history." It will also
The Hill HuffPost Washington ExaminerNov 18 2022
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House GOP Announces New Probe of Biden Family
House Republicans laid out new "top priority" plans on Thursday to investigate Joe and Hunter Biden’s foreign business dealings.
Key Quotes: "This is an investigation of Joe Biden, the president of the United States, and why he lied to the American people about his participation in his family’s international business schemes," said Rep. James Comer (R-Ky.), who's set to head the House
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