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Oct 01 2015
Perspectives Blog
Story of the Week: Russian Airstrikes in Syria
Russia started airstrikes in Syria this week, claiming to target ISIS. The U.S., also carrying out airstrikes in Syria, has expressed doubts about Russia's true motives. Some believe Russia is instead supporting Assad by aiming for Syrian rebels. With a great deal at stake, the Obama administration launched military-to-military talks with Russia today. Let’s see what’s being said about all John Gable, AllSides Co-founderApr 17 2019
News
Trump moves to resist House inquiries, setting up fight over congressional subpoena powers
President Trump’s attorneys and the White House are moving to resist a growing number of congressional requests for information, increasing the likelihood of a protracted legal fight that could test the power of congressional subpoenas.
The building battle will shape how much material House Democrats will be able to obtain about Trump’s policies and personal finances through multiple
Washington PostOct 23 2019
News
Chicago Teachers’ Strike and Warren’s Education Plan
“Striking Chicago teachers are preparing for an extended walkout and trying to increase public pressure on Mayor Lori Lightfoot, with a downtown march set for Wednesday.” (AP News)
On Monday, Elizabeth Warren released a plan for public school education. The plan would increase federal education funding, attempt to remedy racial disparities and segregated schools, end federal funding for
The Flip SideApr 16 2019
News
AOC Again Calls to Abolish ICE: It Can't Be Reformed
Freshman Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez revived calls to abolish ICE during an event Monday and lamented the agency "can't be reformed."
"I think abolish ICE is a call to action on several levels. One is the literal interpretation of abolishing ICE, which I support and I've said, you know, on multiple occasions that I don't believe that an agency that systematically and
TownhallFeb 11 2015
News
Boehner: Democrats must 'get off their ass' on DHS bill
House Speaker John Boehner said Wednesday that Senate Democrats should "get off their ass" and stop blocking a $40 billion Homeland Security bill that would derail President Obama's immigration programs.
Boehner's comments came a day after Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., said the Senate has reached a stalemate and "the next move obviously is up to the House." Senate
USA TODAYSep 04 2014
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Reports: US Airstrike Kills 3 Top ISIS Militants
Three top Islamic State (ISIS) members, including an aide to leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, were killed Wednesday in a U.S. airstrike in Iraq, according to news reports based on information from senior Baghdad security officials.
Abu Hajar al-Sufi, an aide to Baghdadi, died in the strike in Mosul, NBC News reported Thursday. The others killed were an explosives operative and the military
Newsmax (News)Aug 14 2013
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Ex-JPMorgan traders charged in $6B loss
Two former JPMorgan Chase traders Wednesday became the first suspects hit with criminal allegations for allegedly hiding massive derivatives trading losses in the $6.2 billion "London whale" debacle.
Javier Martin-Artajo, 49, a former JPMorgan Chase managing director and trading supervisor in the global bank's London office, and Julien Grout, 35, another former trader there, were
USA TODAYAug 30 2014
News
Media On Obama ISIS Remarks: 'Odd' And 'Highly Unorthodox'
As Dan pointed out on Thursday, we have no strategy to fight ISIS. None. Zip. The leader of the free world literally told everyone that it’s a work in progress. This tepidness exuded from the Obama administration is one of the reasons why 54 percent of Americans think he isn’t tough enough on foreign policy and national security.
As Hot Air’s Ed Morrissey wrote yesterday, Politico, the
TownhallFeb 05 2024
Headline Roundup
'Take Our Border Back' Convoy Reaches Texas-Mexico Border
This past week saw a multi-state caravan of protestors, dubbed the ‘Take Our Border Back’ convoy, reach the Texas-Mexico border. Rallying at a private ranch in Quemado, Texas, hundreds of Americans expressed concerns about border security amidst a surge in illegal border crossings.
The Details: The convoy began its journey in Virginia, with participant numbers growing as it made its way
NBC News (Online) Reuters New York Post (News)Feb 24 2021
Perspectives Blog
Democrats and Republicans Actually Agree on These Immigration Views and Policies
Many Americans see themselves as divided on immigration. Disagreements persist about family separation at the southern border, potential criminals entering the country illegally — and even how to describe people who enter the country without authorization.
But despite these perceived divisions, some recent surveys have found that many Republicans and Democrats share significant
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