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Oct 25 2022
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Progressives Retract Letter Asking Biden to Negotiate With Putin on Ukraine
On Tuesday, progressive lawmakers retracted a letter calling on President Joe Biden to ramp up "efforts to seek a realistic framework for a ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine.
Key Quotes: Rep. Pramila Jayapal, chairwoman of the House Progressive Caucus, wrote that the letter was "released by staff without vetting" and that "because of the timing, our message is being conflated by
National Review (News) The Intercept The HillFeb 07 2020
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Impeachment Witness Alexander Vindman 'Escorted' From White House
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, a National Security Council staff member who was called as a witness by Democrats in President Donald Trump's impeachment trial, was 'escorted' from the White House today, according to a statement from his lawyer. He testified during November's House impeachment inquiry, saying the president's conduct in dealing with Ukraine was "improper."
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NPR (Online News) Vox TownhallSep 06 2023
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What Can America Do About Rising Obesity Rates?
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 41.9% of American adults aged 20 and above are obese. What is the national impact of a near-majority obese population, and what could be done to address rising obesity rates?
National Threat: A writer in the National Review (Right bias) argued obesity is a national security threat, determining the military’s recruiting
Bloomberg Wall Street Journal (News) National Review (News)Jul 21 2020
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Perspectives: Clashes Continue Between Protesters, Police in Portland
After weeks of protesting in Portland, the Department of Homeland Security sent federal forces to the city to quell reported violence from protesters. Those reports were followed by claims of protesters being taken apprehended and put into unmarked vans, as clashes between protesters and law enforcement persist. Perspectives emerged across the spectrum regarding the alleged anarchy from
National Review (News) Associated Press CNN (Opinion)Aug 01 2023
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Senators Graham and Warren Take Aim at Big Tech, Propose New Agency
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) joined forces to craft a proposal for a new federal agency to impose and enforce regulations on Big Tech companies such as Google, Amazon, Meta, and more.
“Enough is Enough”: In an op-ed for the New York Times Opinion (Left bias), the bipartisan pair laid out their argument for the proposed agency, writing, “Piecemeal efforts
Wall Street Journal (Opinion) CNN Business New York Times (Opinion)Oct 18 2023
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Putin and Xi Tout ‘Deep Friendship’ in Beijing
As President Joe Biden visited Israel, Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at a summit celebrating 10 years of China’s Belt and Road initiative (BRI).
The Details: The two leaders portrayed themselves as “dear” friends fighting for a “fairer, multipolar world.” Putin said they discussed “the situation in the Middle East” and “the situation that is
Fox News (Online News) Financial Times Washington PostJul 31 2023
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Hunter Biden's Ex-Business Partner Testifies Before House Oversight Committee
Devon Archer, a former business partner of President Biden’s son, Hunter, testified behind closed doors before the House Oversight and Accountability Committee on Monday.
For Context: The Republican-led committee is probing allegations of influence peddling, namely allegations that Hunter Biden profited financially in international business by leveraging his connection to then-Vice
Wall Street Journal (News) CNN (Online News) Washington ExaminerJun 12 2023
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Ukraine Counteroffensive Yields ‘Mixed Results,’ Four Villages Recaptured
A week into its long-awaited counteroffensive, Ukraine has reportedly made gains in some areas but struggled in others.
The Details: Ukraine said it had recaptured three villages in the southeastern Donetsk region on Sunday and a fourth on Monday. However, The Economist (Lean Left bias) said the offensive had yielded “mixed results”; operations in the southern Zaporizhia region
BBC News The Economist New York Post (News)Jul 28 2023
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Trump Faces More Felony Charges in Classified Documents Case
Federal prosecutors filed more charges Thursday against former President Donald Trump in their probe of his handling of classified documents after leaving the White House.
The Details: The superseding indictment details three new felony charges, including additional counts of willful retention of documents and obstruction of justice. Prosecutors allege that Trump and aides Carlos De
National Review (News) BBC News HuffPostNov 09 2023
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Israel to Implement Daily Humanitarian Pauses in Northern Gaza
The White House stated Thursday that Israel will begin placing four-hour daily humanitarian pauses on military operations in northern Gaza.
Details: President Joe Biden reportedly asked Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday to implement the pauses. According to National Security Council spokesman John Kirby, the pauses will be announced three hours beforehand, with daily
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