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DNC to Virtually Nominate Biden and Harris

DNC to Virtually Nominate , Biden and Harris. DNC to Virtually Nominate , Biden and Harris. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) will virtually certify the president and vice president as the party's nominees ahead of the Aug. 7 certification deadline in Ohio, ABC News reports. . The Democratic National Committee (DNC) will virtually certify the president and vice president as the party's nominees ahead of the Aug. 7 certification deadline in Ohio, ABC News reports. . The certification will also occur before the DNC's in-person convention beginning Aug. 19 in Chicago. The DNC will still conduct ceremonial events commemorating the nominations at the convention. The decision to virtually nominate Biden and Harris was decided before the Ohio Senate met on May 28, questioning whether Biden could "appear on the state's general election ballot in November," ABC News reports. The decision to virtually nominate Biden and Harris was decided before the Ohio Senate met on May 28, questioning whether Biden could "appear on the state's general election ballot in November," ABC News reports. DNC Chair Jamie Harrison is confident that Democrats will handle the issue and "land this plane on our own.". Joe Biden will be on the ballot in Ohio and all 50 states, and Ohio Republicans agree. But when the time has come for action, they have failed to act every time, so Democrats will land this plane on our own, Jamie Harrison, DNC chair, via statement. Through a virtual roll call, we will ensure that Republicans can't chip away at our democracy through incompetence or partisan tricks and that Ohioans can exercise their right to vote for the presidential candidate of their choice, Jamie Harrison, DNC chair, via statement. Mike DeWine, Republican governor of Ohio, chimed in as well. While I understand the Democratic National Committee has just today proposed a work-around to help get President Biden on the Ohio ballot, it is prudent legislation be passed to get this done. , Mike DeWine, Ohio governor, via statement. As I previously said, we do not want to leave something so basic as having the sitting President of the United States on the ballot to others when this can-and should-be done legislatively. It's the right thing to do. , Mike DeWine, Ohio governor, via statement. For these reasons, it is important that a bill or multiple bills that accomplish these common-sense measures come to my desk right away this week. It's the right thing to do, Mike DeWine, Ohio governor, via statement

Trump Promises to Stop All Electric Car Sales

Trump Promises to Stop , All Electric Car Sales. In an effort to be reelected as President of the Unites States. Trump is promising oil and gas execs that he'll keep electric vehicles (EVs) from being sold in the U.S. if they make significant donations to his campaign, Gizmodo reports. . Trump said that he'd lower tailpipe emissions targets and cut EV tax credits, among other things. . "You won't be able to sell those cars," Trump said. However, the EV market continues to grow, with at least 1.5 million units expected to sell in 2024. If Trump squashes EV sales in the U.S., it could anger some Republicans since the market has provided more jobs and investments in the South. For example, Hyundai is investing $13 billion in Georgia, a state Trump lost in 2020, to produce electric vehicles. Meanwhile, analysts predict EV sales will continue to rise despite Trump's efforts. Although, his tactics could prove to slow those sales dramatically. . Ford Motor executive chair William Clay Ford Jr. weighed in on Trump's promises. Our time frame as a company, our planning time frame, is a lot longer than election cycles, William Clay Ford Jr., via statement. When we’re whipsawed back and forth by politicians that becomes really difficult for us, William Clay Ford Jr., via statement

Advocates Fight For Those Sickened By US Nuclear Testing Program on Capitol Hill

Advocates Fight For Those , Sickened By US Nuclear Testing , Program on Capitol Hill. On June 7, the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) program is set to expire, ending a lifeline for families sickened by the country's nuclear testing. . On June 7, the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act (RECA) program is set to expire, ending a lifeline for families sickened by the country's nuclear testing. . NPR reports that advocates have gathered on Capitol Hill to fight for so-called atomic veterans and save the RECA program. Over the past year, multiple bipartisan bills were approved by the Senate to reauthorize and expand the program. . Those bills stalled out in the House, due to some Republicans objecting to the cost of the program. . According to sponsors of the bills, those concerns were addressed by reducing the initial 2023 estimate of $143 billion down to between $50 and $60 billion. . NPR reports that RECA has provided payments up to $75,000 to those sickened by the nuclear testing program, totaling $2.7 billion to over 400,000 recipients. . One of the groups fighting to have the program extended is the Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium. . The group works to raise awareness of illnesses linked to Trinity, the government's code word for the first nuclear bomb test, which took place in 1945. Martinez White, a member of the group, says fallout from those tests resulted in at least six cases of cancer in her family of ten. . I would often go home for funerals and everybody in Tularosa was dying of cancer. We knew something was very weird. , Martinez White, Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium member, via NPR. There's no industry in the whole Tularosa Basin but for White Sands Missile Range, where the Trinity bomb was detonated, Martinez White, Tularosa Basin Downwinders Consortium member, via NPR

Youth Vote: Challenges and Strategies in the US Presidential Election Campaign | Oneindia News

In the United States, the presidential election campaign is in full swing. Young voters are often considered difficult to reach. And with both Democrats and Republicans fielding candidates born in the 1940s, the parties are worried about how to get the youth vote out. #USPolitics #ElectionCampaign #YouthVote #VoterEngagement #PoliticalParties #GenerationZ #MillennialVoters #GetOutTheVote #YouthEngagement #USPresidentialElection #OIDW #DWVideos ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~

Biden Asserts Executive Privilege Over Audio of Interview With Robert Hur

Biden Asserts Executive Privilege , Over Audio of Interview With Robert Hur. In February, Hur's yearlong investigation into whether President Biden mishandled classified documents ended without enough evidence to support criminal charges. In February, Hur's yearlong investigation into whether President Biden mishandled classified documents ended without enough evidence to support criminal charges. House Republicans were provided a transcript of Biden's interview with Hur, but they wanted the audio, which the DOJ denied. As a result, House Republicans were moving to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. On May 16, the Department of Justice told House Republicans that the president asserted executive privilege over audio from his interview with the special counsel. The move protects Garland from criminal exposure as GOP lawmakers seek to hold him accountable. Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte explained the DOJ's actions in a letter. The Attorney General must draw a line that safeguards the Department from improper political influence and protects our principles, our law enforcement work, and the people who carry out that work independently, without fear or favor, Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte, via letter . The Committees seek to hold the Attorney General in contempt not for failing in his duties, but for upholding them, Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte, via letter . With the information you now have, the Committees ought not to proceed with contempt and should instead avoid unnecessary and unwarranted conflict, Assistant Attorney General Carlos Uriarte, via letter . White House Counsel Ed Siskel also wrote a letter supporting the assertion of executive privilege. . The absence of a legitimate need for the audio recordings lays bare your likely goal—to chop them up, distort them, and use them for partisan political purposes, White House Counsel Ed Siskel, via letter

Donald Trump Joins TikTok despite Previous Attempts to Ban the app While in Office| Oneindia News

In a bold move, former President Donald Trump has made his debut on TikTok, stirring up controversy and capturing the attention of millions. Join us as we delve into Trump's unexpected presence on the popular platform, his rapid rise to fame, and the potential implications for the future of social media and American politics. Don't miss out on this intriguing exploration of Trump's TikTok takeover! #DonaldTrump #TikTok #TrumpOnTikTok #PoliticalStrategy #SocialMedia #TikTokDebut #USPolitics #Trump2024 #SocialMediaTrends #TikTokTakeover #Oneindia

Gallant Defies Biden: Israel Rejects U.S. Ceasefire, Vows Total Destruction of Hamas

The recent discussions between US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Israeli officials Defense Minister Yoav Gallant and war cabinet minister Benny Gantz revolved around a new hostage deal proposal. This proposal, unveiled by US President Joe Biden, aims to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas, enhance Israel's security, and pave the way for a future political settlement beneficial to both Israelis and Palestinians. #Israel #USIsraelRelations #AntonyBlinken #YoavGallant #BennyGantz #HostageDeal #Hamas #USForeignPolicy #MiddleEastConflict #IsraelSecurity #PeaceNegotiations #GazaConflict #DiplomaticTalks #JoeBiden #USStateDepartment ~PR.152~ED.194~GR.125~HT.96~

Biden Breaks Silence On World War 3: Admits Fear of Confronting Putin Despite NATO Support |Oneindia

In a candid and revealing statement, President Joe Biden addresses the looming fears of World War 3 and his concerns about confronting Russian President Vladimir Putin, even with the support of NATO allies. Join us as we delve into Biden's remarks and their implications for global security and international relations. Discover how this acknowledgement could shape future diplomatic and military strategies. Stay informed and up-to-date with Oneindia's in-depth analysis on this critical issue. #Biden #WorldWar3 #Putin #NATO #Geopolitics #GlobalSecurity #InternationalRelations #Oneindia #USPolitics #Russia #Diplomacy #BreakingNews #CurrentEvents ~PR.274~ED.103~

Bruhat Soma Wins National Spelling Bee

Bruhat Soma , Wins National Spelling Bee. 12-year-old Bruhat from Tampa, Florida, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee on May 30. 12-year-old Bruhat from Tampa, Florida, won the Scripps National Spelling Bee on May 30. During a lightning-round tiebreaker with Faizan Zaki, Bruhat correctly spelled 29 words in 90 seconds, AP reports. . Bruhat received a trophy and over $50,000 in cash and prizes. I was pretty confident that I had a chance at winning because I’ve been working so hard. And I really wanted to win. That’s why I practiced the spell-off so much, Bruhat Soma, via statement. The word that Bruhat won the competition with was "abseil.". It means "descent in mountaineering by means of a rope looped over a projection above.". The finals only had eight spellers competing, the fewest since 2010, AP reports. . Some critics were upset that the two spellers were subjected to a "spell-off" instead of being given the chance to compete in a conventional round. I do wish that we would have gotten to see more of a duel between them, Charlotte Walsh, 2023 Spelling Bee runner-up. I definitely think they should have been given an opportunity to have some conventional spelling rounds before they defaulted to the spell-off, Scott Remer, one of four coaches who worked with Faizan, via statement

Ticketmaster Data Breach Exposes Data Belonging to 560 Million Customers

Ticketmaster Data Breach , Exposes Data Belonging to , 560 Million Customers. Fox News reports that Ticketmaster has once again made headlines with a massive data leak which impacted approximately half a billion customers. Fox News reports that Ticketmaster has once again made headlines with a massive data leak which impacted approximately half a billion customers. The latest cyber incident was first detected by the Australian Home Affairs Department. . Cyber breach hacker group ShinyHunters claimed responsibility for stealing the information of over 500 million Ticketmaster customers. That information reportedly included full names, phone numbers and addresses, in addition to payment data. Fox News reports that the hacker group is now selling the 1.3-terabyte cache of information via a popular hacking forum. Ticketmaster has yet to announce how it plans to address the serious data breach or notify customers whose information was stolen. . As a result, Fox News recently offered Ticketmaster customers tips on how to take precautions. . Check for any official word from Ticketmaster, most likely intended to inform you that your data was impacted by the breach. Monitor bank and credit card accounts for any unusual activity, particularly any unfamiliar transactions. Review emails for any unexpected password changes, login attempts or account updates

Pet Owners Guide to Toxic Houseplants

Pet Owners Guide to , Toxic Houseplants. Fox News recently offered readers a list of plants found both inside and outside the house that are toxic to pets. Lily, These colorful flowers are specifically dangerous for cats, as all parts of the plant can cause severe kidney damage. Sago palm, This popular house plant, particularly the seeds, can potentially cause vomiting, extreme thirst, bruising, liver damage, liver failure and even death. Tulip, The bulbs of these popular flowers are particularly dangerous for pets. . According to the ASPCA, consuming tulips could cause vomiting, depression, diarrhea and hypersalivation. Azalea, The ASPCA says this popular landscaping choice can cause pets to experience vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and even cardiac failure. Azalea, The ASPCA says this popular landscaping choice can cause pets to experience vomiting, diarrhea, weakness and even cardiac failure. Kalanchoe, Ingesting this tropical plant can also cause pets to experience vomiting, diarrhea and an abnormal heart rhythm. . Kalanchoe, Ingesting this tropical plant can also cause pets to experience vomiting, diarrhea and an abnormal heart rhythm. . Schefflera, This plant causes a number of dangerous symptoms in pets, including oral irritation, excessive drooling and difficulty swallowing. Schefflera, This plant causes a number of dangerous symptoms in pets, including oral irritation, excessive drooling and difficulty swallowing. Oleander, These highly toxic flowers can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, colic, depression and death. Oleander, These highly toxic flowers can cause abdominal pain, diarrhea, colic, depression and death. Chrysanthemum, The ASPCA warns that ingesting these flowers can result in vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivation, loss of coordination and dermatitis. Chrysanthemum, The ASPCA warns that ingesting these flowers can result in vomiting, diarrhea, hypersalivation, loss of coordination and dermatitis

Credit Card Delinquencies Are on the Rise

Credit Card Delinquencies , Are on the Rise. New York Federal Reserve data that was published on May 15 shows that credit card delinquencies kept rising from January to March, Fox Business reports. . In Q1 2024, delinquencies reached 8.9% at an annualized rate. America hasn't seen this high of a percentage of serious credit card delinquencies since 2012, Fox News reports. . In the first quarter of 2024, credit card and auto loan transition rates into serious delinquency continued to rise across all age groups, Joelle Scally, regional economic principal within the Household and Public Policy Research Division at the New York Fed, via Fox Business. An increasing number of borrowers missed credit card payments, revealing worsening financial distress among some households, Joelle Scally, regional economic principal within the Household and Public Policy Research Division at the New York Fed, via Fox Business. Researchers aren't sure why delinquencies are so high since the unemployment rate is low, but they have a few theories. One of those theories is that consumers drained savings throughout the pandemic but continue to spend at high levels. Another theory is that some Americans switched to jobs with lower salaries. Additionally, credit card eligibility may have been expanded for many whose student debt wasn't being reported to credit bureaus amid the pandemic. These are all kinds of complex issues. We don't exactly know what's behind the increase of these delinquency rates. But it's definitely something that we're tracking, New York Fed researchers, via Fox Business. The average annual percentage rate for credit cards hit a record of 20.72% recently.

US Military Looks to Recruit Tech Experts While Cutting Overall Troop Numbers

US Military Looks to , Recruit Tech Experts While , Cutting Overall Troop Numbers. United States special operations commanders have been tasked with cutting overall forces by 5,000 troops, while also adding more high-tech experts. . United States special operations commanders have been tasked with cutting overall forces by 5,000 troops, while also adding more high-tech experts. . United States special operations commanders have been tasked with cutting overall forces by 5,000 troops, while also adding more high-tech experts. . Fox News reports that the conflicting goals, which have forced a broader restructuring of commando teams, have been influenced by Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine. U.S. Army Special Operations Command plans to increase the size of Green Beret teams by adding members with specialized technical abilities. U.S. Army Special Operations Command plans to increase the size of Green Beret teams by adding members with specialized technical abilities. Additional team members could include computer software experts capable of reprograming drones and other tech gear on the fly. . Additional team members could include computer software experts capable of reprograming drones and other tech gear on the fly. . Additional team members could include computer software experts capable of reprograming drones and other tech gear on the fly. . Gen. Bryan Fenton, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, says the U.S. is "taking a lot of lessons learned out of the experience in Ukraine.". Gen. Bryan Fenton, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, says the U.S. is "taking a lot of lessons learned out of the experience in Ukraine.". According to Fenton, special operations were ordered to cut about 2,000 personnel, including 750 from the army. . According to Fenton, special operations were ordered to cut about 2,000 personnel, including 750 from the army. . In 2024, the department was ordered to cut an additional 3,000 personnel over the next five years. . So the real Army reduction in totality is almost 4,000, and the remaining 1,000 will come from the joint force, SEALs, Marine raiders, other Army units, Gen. Bryan Fenton, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command. So the real Army reduction in totality is almost 4,000, and the remaining 1,000 will come from the joint force, SEALs, Marine raiders, other Army units, Gen. Bryan Fenton, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command. Maj. Gen. Patrick Roberson, deputy commander of the command at Fort Liberty in North Carolina, estimates that at least 30% of those cuts will be in open jobs. . According to Roberson, other cuts will be aimed at redundancies among trainers and instructors, as well as civil affairs and psychological operations. . According to Roberson, other cuts will be aimed at redundancies among trainers and instructors, as well as civil affairs and psychological operations.

Iranian President Vows to Destroy Israel if It Launches the ‘Tiniest Invasion’

Iranian President Vows to Destroy Israel , if It Launches the ‘Tiniest Invasion’. On April 13, Iran attacked Israel with hundreds of drones and missiles. It was the first time that Iran has ever launched a direct military attack on Israel, Fox News reports. . Although Israel was able to fend off about 99% of the projectiles, the country is considering retaliation. On April 17, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi warned Israel that if it does decide to attack with even the "tiniest invasion," . Iran's response would be "massive and harsh.". Nothing would remain from the Zionist regime, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, via Fox News. Raisi delivered his remarks during a military parade north of Tehran. Prior to Raisi's threats, Israel vowed to respond to the attacks. The country did not provide details, but its military council met on April 16 to decide how to proceed. Leaders around the world have urged Israel to stand down. . While Israel and Iran have been at odds for decades, their conflict came to a head recently since Iran supports Hamas, . which attacked Israel on Oct. 7 and prompted Israel's current offensive in Gaza.

Ukraine's Zelensky on Middle East War: ‘Israel Has Right To Defend Itself From Hamas But…’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has vowed to exert pressure on Israel to halt the ongoing conflict in Gaza, as he addressed the Shangri-La Dialogue security conference in Singapore on Sunday. The visit comes nearly eight months into the protracted Israel-Hamas war. In his speech, Zelensky affirmed Israel's right to self-defence against "Hamas terrorists" while expressing deep concerns about the severe humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has been under heavy assault by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF). #Zelensky #Ukraine #Israel #Palestine #GazaAid #HumanitarianCrisis #MiddleEastConflict #PeaceEfforts #GazaRelief #UkraineSupportsPeace #TwoStateSolution #Diplomacy #HumanRights #ConflictResolution #InternationalLaw ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.155~GR.121~

Gaza mediators urge Israel, Hamas to accept truce plan

Doubts grow over Gaza truce plan as Israel-Hamas battles rage