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Mar 02 2022
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How the Russia-Ukraine Conflict Could Impact the US
While sanctions against Russia have already started to weaken its economy, its continued attacks on Ukraine could also lead to consequences for the U.S. economy and national security.
Coverage from all sides highlights how the Russia-Ukraine conflict could lead to higher energy costs in the U.S., more cyberattacks from Russia, mass influxes of migrants fleeing to the U.S. from Europe,
CNN Business The Hill Deseret NewsOct 11 2019
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Iranian Oil Tanker Reportedly Hit by Missiles
Two missiles reportedly struck an Iranian oil tanker in the Red Sea 60 miles off the coast of Saudi Arabia on Friday, causing an explosion and an oil spill, according to Iranian officials.
Many reporting outlets focused on the initial positive trend for global oil prices following the explosion.
NPR (Online News) CNN (Online News) Daily MailApr 07 2023
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White House Afghanistan Report Says Trump 'Severely Constrained' Withdrawal Options
The National Security Council on Thursday released a 12-page summary of the administration’s review of the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan, saying the government now prioritized earlier evacuations and highlighting Trump administration actions that purportedly contributed to the withdrawal’s problems.
Evacuating Earlier: The summary does not directly state that the U.S. should have
Forbes Axios Fox News (Online News)May 09 2022
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How Accurate Are Mark Esper's Allegations Against Trump?
How accurate are former Defense Secretary Mark Esper's allegations against former President Donald Trump?
In his new memoir and a 60 Minutes interview that aired Sunday night, Esper highlighted a number of instances where he prevented Trump from acting on "dangerous things that could have taken the country in a dark direction." Esper claimed that Trump wanted to fire missiles into
Washington Post Townhall AxiosNov 21 2019
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Indicted On Corruption Charges
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Likud) was indicted on corruption charges Thursday morning, complicating an already contentious situation in Israeli politics; no government has been formed after two elections, raising the possibility of a third. Like the United States, Israel has never charged a sitting head-of-state with a crime. Netanyahu denies any wrongdoing; allegations
Al Jazeera The Hill Daily MailAug 01 2022
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Will Kyrsten Sinema Support Democrats’ Climate and Tax Bill?
With Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) on board, Senate Democrats are close to passing the second half of President Joe Biden’s domestic agenda. The legislation’s fate now largely rests with Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (D-Ariz.), who remains undecided.
Democrats say their new deal aims to reduce the federal deficit and spend far less than the previous multi-trillion dollar Build Back Better bill,
Fox News (Online News) Axios CNN (Online News)Jan 24 2024
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Families of Hamas Hostages Protest Against Netanyahu in Israel
Growing distress over the uncertain fate of the remaining hostages in Gaza has triggered a series of public demonstrations in Israel.
The Details: Over a hundred Israeli citizens remain captive in Gaza following Hamas’ October 7 attack. Protesters maintain that the government's efforts for their release have been insufficient. At a parliament committee meeting, they held up signs
Al Jazeera The Times of Israel New York Post (News)Mar 12 2020
Perspectives Blog
Story of the Week: Spread of Coronavirus Grips US, Stuns Stock Market
The spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus has sent shockwaves through the U.S., closing schools, suspending entire sporting seasons and contributing to a brutal week for the stock market.
President Donald Trump addressed the nation from the Oval Office Wednesday, announcing a 30-day ban on travel to and from the European Union. Cases of the virus have been confirmed in 44 states and
Henry A. BrechterDec 27 2023
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How Did 2023's Holiday Spending Compare to Last Year's?
U.S. retail sales rose 3.1% year-over-year between Nov. 1 and Dec. 24, according to data from Mastercard.
The Details: Experts reportedly expected annual growth of 3.7%. The data is not adjusted for inflation. Spending at restaurants (up 7.8%) and on apparel (up 2.4%) rose steadily, while spending on jewelry (down 2%) and electronics (down 0.4%) fell.
For Context: In the same
New York Post (News) ABC News (Online) NewsweekJan 23 2024
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Supreme Court Allows Biden Administration to Cut Texas' Razor Wire
On Monday, the Supreme Court ruled that Border Patrol agents may cut razor wire installed along the border near Eagle Pass, Texas.
Key Details: In a 5-4 vote, Justices Samuel Alito, Clarence Thomas, Neil Gorsuch and Brett Kavanaugh dissented. No explanations were offered. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals will hear arguments on Feb. 7 regarding whether Texas law was violated by the
Fox News (Online News) The Texas Tribune Reuters