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Feb 05 2024
Headline Roundup
Zelenskyy Says Ukrainian Leadership ‘Reset’ Is Necessary
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Italian broadcaster RAI TV that he was considering a leadership “reset,” seemingly confirming days of speculation on his reported plans to replace his country’s top general.
For Context: Gen. Valerii Zaluzhnyi has served as commander-in-chief of Ukraine’s armed forces since 2021. His role in the defense of Kyiv at the start of Russia’s
Associated Press The Kyiv Independent The Daily CallerMar 04 2013
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The New Normal
SETTLING IN FOR THE SEQUESTER: The White House and congressional leaders gave no indication this weekend that the $85 billion in mandatory across-the-board federal spending cuts known as the sequester will be lifted any time soon, reports ABCs Matthew Larotonda. On ABCs “This Week, White House economic adviser Gene Sperling said he expected Republican opposition on Capitol Hill to eventually
ABC News (Online)Apr 24 2024
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Biden Signs Bipartisan $95B Foreign Aid Bill, Including TikTok Sale Requirement
President Joe Biden signed a bill on Wednesday that will provide assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan over the coming years while also requiring that TikTok’s owner sell the app within 9 months.
Foreign Aid: The legislation provides $60.8 billion for Ukraine in its fight against Russia, $26.3 billion for Israel and humanitarian relief, and $8.1 billion for allies in the Indo-
Reuters New York Times (News) Washington ExaminerApr 19 2024
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Will Israel's Retaliation Against Iran Escalate the Conflict?
Following Israel’s retaliatory strike on Iran, voices across the spectrum are reflecting on what the attack means for the region.
Lowered Chances of Escalation: An analysis in the New York Times (Lean Left bias) stated that the “relatively limited scope” of Israel’s strike and the “subdued response” from Iran may have “lowered the chances of an immediate escalation.” While potential for
New York Times (News) The Jerusalem Post National Review (Opinion)Oct 20 2022
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US Military Strength Rated "Weak" By Conservative Think Tank
The Heritage Foundation released its annual assessment of the United States military’s operational strength this past week. The overall rating was “weak,” the lowest ever given by the foundation. The published assessment deemed the Military was at risk of vulnerability and ill-equipped to respond to potential national threats, citing budget cuts, inflation, and recruitment shortfalls as
The Daily Wire The Heritage Foundation International Business TimesApr 05 2024
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Biden Suggests Conditioning US Aid to Israel on Humanitarian Efforts
During a 30-minute conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Joe Biden suggested the U.S. could condition military aid to Israel on Israel’s handling of humanitarian conditions in Gaza.
The Details: Following an Israeli strike that killed seven aid workers from the World Central Kitchen, Biden highlighted the need for Israel to announce and implement a
New York Times (News) The Daily Caller ReutersOct 27 2014
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Rand Paul: It's America's Fault
Clearly, for some, 2016 is just around the corner. For weeks now there is scuttlebutt about presidential candidate repeat-offender Mitt Romney running yet again, and now Rand Paul is drastically watering down his isolationist and conspiracy-laden past in the hopes of becoming a contender. The senator's attempt to reinvent himself is largely superficial and points to deeper problems. On Friday
Breitbart NewsApr 17 2024
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Senate Dismisses Impeachment Charges Against Secretary Mayorkas
The Senate rejected the impeachment charges brought against Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
For Context: In February, the Republican-controlled House of Representatives voted to impeach Mayorkas, accusing him of failing to enforce immigration policy at the southern border amid a surge in border crossings. The impeachment was always expected to fail in the
New York Times (News) Wall Street Journal (News) Fox News (Opinion)Apr 24 2023
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Susan Rice to Step Down as Biden's Top Domestic Policy Advisor
The White House has announced that Susan Rice, director of the Domestic Policy Council, is stepping down from her post effective May 26.
Key Details: Rice, a longtime foreign-policy expert, served as U.N. Ambassador and National Security Advisor under President Barack Obama. Under President Joe Biden, Rice helped shaped many of the proposals that formed Biden's Build Back Better plan,
Wall Street Journal (News) NBC News Digital Washington ExaminerNov 23 2023
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Vehicle Explodes on Niagara Rainbow Bridge Crossing, FBI Says No Sign of Terrorism
A speeding vehicle went airborne and exploded on the Niagara Falls Rainbow Bridge border crossing on Wednesday, sparking terror concerns.
The Details: The two people in the vehicle were killed in the explosion, but no additional deaths were sustained. Several area border crossings were temporarily closed as the FBI investigated, but the bureau found no sign of terrorism.
For
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