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Feb 15 2023
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What is Known About the Four Objects Shot Down Over North America?
The United States military shot down at least four objects inside U.S. and Canadian airspace in the past two weeks. While one object has been definitely linked to a Chinese surveillance program, questions surround the other three as authorities gather and inspect the debris.
Key Point: The sudden increase in downed objects is being commonly attributed to the U.S. military’s heightened
The Hill Washington Examiner NBC News (Online)Feb 08 2021
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2nd Trump Impeachment Trial Starts Tuesday
Former President Donald Trump's second impeachment trial will begin Tuesday in the US Senate. It will follow a second round of briefs that are being delivered today by both the Democrat House Managers and Trump's defense team, as many details are reportedly still being ironed out.
Republicans are confident that Trump will be acquitted. Democratic House Managers plan to condemn Trump's
USA TODAY Bloomberg Fox News (Online News)Apr 28 2023
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New Bipartisan Bill Would Ban Kids Under 13 From Social Media
A bipartisan group of senators introduced legislation this week aimed at protecting kids from harmful effects of social media.
The Details: The Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, introduced by Brian Schatz (D-HI) and Tom Cotton (R-AK), would set a minimum age of 13 to use social media apps, and would require parental consent for kids ages 13-17 to use social media. It would also
Washington Examiner Wired NBC News (Online)Apr 27 2023
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House Republicans Pass Debt Limit Bill
On Wednesday, House Republicans approved legislation in a 217-215 vote to extend the government's borrowing authority into 2024 and slash federal spending.
Key Details: The bill calls for trillions of dollars in spending cuts over a decade, and would extend the borrowing limit through March 31, 2024 or by $1.5 trillion, whichever comes first. It was altered to expedite the timeline for
The Daily Caller The Hill NBC News (Online)Jan 31 2024
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Federal Reserve Leaves Interest Rates Unchanged
The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday that interest rates will remain unchanged for the time being.
Details: Interest rates are currently at 5.25% to 5.5%, the highest level in 22 years. The Federal Reserve began raising rates in 2022 in an effort to slow economic growth and reduce inflation. The last rate hike was in July, and has remained unchanged since then. Positive economic
CNN Business BBC News Fox BusinessFeb 14 2024
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House Intelligence Committee Chair Warns of 'Serious National Security Threat'
The Chairman of the House Intelligence Committee released a statement calling on President Joe Biden to declassify information regarding a “serious national security threat.”
Key Quotes: In a statement released Wednesday, House Intelligence Committee Chairman Mike Turner (R-OH) said, “Today, the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence has made available to all Members of
NBC News (Online) The Hill Washington ExaminerOct 11 2023
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George Santos, Charged With Fraud, Faces Expulsion Resolution by Fellow NY Republicans
Six first-term Republicans from New York plan to introduce a resolution to expel Rep. George Santos (R-NY) from the House of Representatives.
For Context: Federal prosecutors introduced 10 new charges against Santos on Tuesday, including wire fraud, credit card fraud, and identity theft — adding to the 13 fraud-related changes he already faced. Santos denied “every last bit of charges
Reuters New York Post (News) HuffPostJul 31 2023
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Niger Coup: Condemned by West and Kremlin, Hailed by Prigozhin
Last week, a military junta in Niger announced it captured the country’s elected President Mohamed Bazoum, and removed his government from power over national security and corruption concerns.
The Details: Niger, which was under French rule until 1960, experienced its first democratic peaceful transfer of power when Bazoum took office in 2021. It has maintained close ties with the West
Associated Press CNBC Washington ExaminerJan 25 2021
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House Delivers Article Of Impeachment Against Trump To Senate
House of Representatives impeachment managers, led by the House Clerk and the Acting House Sergeant at Arms, delivered the article of impeachment against former President Donald Trump to the Senate floor Monday. The article charges Trump with inciting insurrection at the U.S. Capitol building on Jan. 6. The House voted 232-197 on Jan. 13 to impeach Trump, with 10 Republicans voting in favor.
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