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Mar 27 2024
Headline Roundup
Local and National Impact of Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse
What factors contributed to the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, Maryland, and how will it impact the economy and local residents?
Local Impact: An article in the Wall Street Journal (Center bias) interviewed a number of residents who rely on the Baltimore port. 8,000 jobs are expected to be directly impacted by the port being out of commission. The WSJ expands
CNN Digital Wall Street Journal (News) Washington ExaminerMar 04 2024
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Oregon Lawmakers Vote to Undo a Significant Part of Drug Decriminalization Law
Oregon legislatures passed a bipartisan bill undoing a significant part of the state’s 2021 drug decriminalization law.
Details: The bill allows for penalties for the possession and sale of small amounts of drugs such as methamphetamine or heroin, and allows law enforcement to seize drugs if used in public spaces such as parks and sidewalks. Small possession of drugs can now lead to a
The Guardian The Hill Fox News DigitalMar 12 2024
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Republican, Democratic Lawmakers Criticize Robert Hur Over Biden Report
Special Counsel Robert Hur faced criticism from both Democratic and Republican lawmakers during a congressional hearing on Tuesday.
For Context: Last month, Hur released his report on President Joe Biden’s handling of classified documents. Although no charges were recommended, Hur’s report noted Biden’s memory lapses, at one point describing Biden as a “sympathetic, well-meaning,
Washington Post BBC News Fox News DigitalApr 23 2024
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Global Military Spending Reaches 35-Year High, Report Says
Global military spending in 2023 surged to an all-time high of $2.4 trillion, according to a new report from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
The Details: This marks a 6.8% increase from 2022 and the ninth straight year of rising military expenditures; it was also the steepest annual rise since 2009. The United States remains the highest spender with a $916
New York Times (News) Reuters Breitbart NewsFeb 27 2024
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White Powder, Death Threat Sent to Donald Trump Jr.
On Monday, Donald Trump Jr. received an envelope containing a white powder substance and a death threat at his home in Jupiter, Florida.
Key Details: Firefighters and a hazmat unit arrived to investigate after Trump Jr. opened the envelope, reportedly causing the white powder to fly out. Initial tests to identify the substance were inconclusive, but it wasn't believed to be deadly.
Daily Beast Newsweek The Daily CallerJul 16 2021
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WHO Leader Describes 'Premature Push' to Dismiss COVID-19 Lab Leak Theory
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said Thursday at a press conference that there was a “premature push” to dismiss the COVID-19 lab leak theory without sufficient evidence. Tedros also called on China to be more transparent as health officials search for evidence of the pandemic's origins. The theory that the pandemic began with a labaratory leak in
The Hill The Epoch Times National Review (News)Feb 20 2024
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US Vetoes UN Resolution for Israel-Hamas Ceasefire
The United States vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution proposed by Algeria calling for a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Details: The US argued that the resolution risked ongoing negotiations for peace. The veto resulted in an alternative text being circulated that calls for a temporary ceasefire and the release of over 100 Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
The Hill ABC News (Online) Fox News DigitalJun 09 2022
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Washington Post Hit With Multiple Controversies
A series of controversies hit The Washington Post (Lean Left bias) in recent weeks.
The Post's policies came under scrutiny after a jury found that Amber Heard defamed Johnny Depp in a 2018 Post op-ed detailing her alleged experiences with abuse. It was also revealed during the Depp-Heard trial that the American Civil Liberties Union (Lean Left bias) wrote the op-ed. Then, Post
Vanity Fair Poynter Fox News DigitalJun 08 2018
Perspectives Blog
Fact Check: Masterpiece Cakeshop Ruling, Philadelphia Eagles Debacle
It’s been a confusing news cycle this week, with conflicting slants leaving people more confused than informed. Let’s take a look at two big stories — the Supreme Court’s Masterpiece Cakeshop ruling and the Philadelphia Eagles White House visit — which were riddled with inconsistencies across the aisle.
The Story: The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Christian baker Jack Phillips who
Billy BinionFeb 27 2024
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Lawmakers Express Optimism After Meeting With Biden on Ukraine, Budget
President Joe Biden met with congressional leaders on Tuesday to find common ground on reaching an agreement on Ukraine aid and avoiding a partial government shutdown.
The Details: Biden and Democratic leaders attempted to persuade House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) to agree to fund Ukraine, and Johnson reiterated his desire to address immigration along the U.S. border with Mexico
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