Brittney Griner Writes Open Letter Pleading for Biden to Get Her Out

Brittney Griner Re-Signs With the Phoenix Mercury Following Imprisonment in Russia

Brittney Griner , Re-Signs With the Phoenix Mercury, Following Imprisonment in Russia. NBC reports that two-time Olympic gold medalist and basketball star Brittney Griner has re-signed with the Phoenix Mercury for another year. NBC reports that two-time Olympic gold medalist and basketball star Brittney Griner has re-signed with the Phoenix Mercury for another year. According to NBC, a source close to Griner said that an official statement announcing the re-signing is expected on February 21. Griner's entire career has been played for the Mercury, since she turned professional in 2013. The star athlete missed the full 2022 season while imprisoned in Russia for almost 10 months. . Previously, Griner had said she planned on playing in the 2023 season. . In December, she was freed from a Russian penal colony. . Her release from a Russian penal colony, in exchange for arms dealer Viktor Bout, was negotiated by the Biden administration. . Her release from a Russian penal colony, in exchange for arms dealer Viktor Bout, was negotiated by the Biden administration. . In February of 2022, Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport for allegedly carrying vape canisters containing cannabis oil by Russian authorities. In February of 2022, Griner was arrested at a Moscow airport for allegedly carrying vape canisters containing cannabis oil by Russian authorities. After she was freed, Griner wrote on Instagram about her emotional struggle while being held in Russian custody for almost ten months. . I dug deep to keep my faith and it was the love from so many of you that helped keep me going. From the bottom of my heart, thank you to everyone for your help, Brittney Griner, via Instagram

US Reveals Stricter EV Tax Credit Rules

US Reveals Stricter , EV Tax Credit Rules. Reuters reports that the new electric vehicle tax rules were announced by the U.S. Treasury Department on March 31. They will result in reduced or eliminated tax credits on some electric vehicles. The new rules, which are intended to wean America off of depending on China's battery supply chains, are set to take effect on April 18. A revised list of models that qualify for tax credits will also be published at that time. Reuters reports that Tesla said a $7,500 tax credit for its Model 3 rear-wheel drive will be reduced as a result. New conditions were imposed on EV credits within the Inflation Reduction Act that President Biden signed in August. Such requirements include North American assembly, caps on price and buyer income eligibility, and now, batteries and critical minerals sourcing. John Bozzella, Alliance for Automotive Innovation CEO, issued a statement. Some EVs will certainly qualify for a partial credit. Given the constraints of the legislation, Treasury's done as well as it could to produce rules that meet the statute and reflect the current market, John Bozzella, Alliance for Automotive Innovation CEO, via statement. President Joe Biden has a goal of making 50% of new vehicle sales in the U.S. EVs or plug-in hybrids by 2030

Donald Trump becomes the first ex-US President to be indicted by a grand jury | Explainer | Oneindia

Donald Trump has become the first former president who will soon be indicted in a criminal case . This has happened after a grand jury decided to go forward into investigation of hush money payments made on his behalf during the 2016 presidential campaign. Unlike juries that hear trials, grand juries don’t decide whether someone is guilty or innocent. They only decide whether there is sufficient evidence for someone to be charged. The unprecedented indictment comes as Trump faces other legal investigations and has launched a bid to return to the White House in 2024. While the precise charges are secret for now, prosecutors have concluded they can prove a criminal case against Trump. In this video, we explain to you all about this case, how this could affect him…and what this could foretell for Trump’s future. But before that, don’t forget to like, share and subscribe to Oneindia. #Donaldtrump#Stormydaniels#Alvinbragg ~HT.97~PR.153~ED.102~

Rand Paul Blocks Josh Hawley’s Attempt to Ban TikTok in the US

Rand Paul Blocks , Josh Hawley’s Attempt , to Ban TikTok in the US. Rand Paul Blocks , Josh Hawley’s Attempt , to Ban TikTok in the US. NBC reports that divisions have emerged on Capitol Hill in the ongoing debate over banning TikTok. NBC reports that divisions have emerged on Capitol Hill in the ongoing debate over banning TikTok. The opposition has reportedly created new challenges for lawmakers looking to ban the popular Chinese-owned app in the United States. The opposition has reportedly created new challenges for lawmakers looking to ban the popular Chinese-owned app in the United States. On March 30, Republican Senator Josh Hawley (Missouri) sought to pass his bill to ban TikTok by unanimous consent. On March 30, Republican Senator Josh Hawley (Missouri) sought to pass his bill to ban TikTok by unanimous consent. However, fellow Republican Senator Rand Paul (Kentucky) objected to the bill. If Republicans want to continuously lose elections for generations, they should pass this bill to ban TikTok, a social media app used by 150 million people, primarily young Americans. , Rand Paul, Republican Senator, via NBC. If Republicans want to continuously lose elections for generations, they should pass this bill to ban TikTok, a social media app used by 150 million people, primarily young Americans. , Rand Paul, Republican Senator, via NBC. Have faith that our desire for freedom is strong enough to survive a few dance videos, Rand Paul, Republican Senator, via NBC. NBC reports that Hawley expressed disbelief at Paul's argument to defend his objection. I have never before heard on this floor a defense of the right to spy, Josh Hawley, Republican Senator, via NBC. I didn’t realize that the First Amendment contained a right to espionage, Josh Hawley, Republican Senator, via NBC. NBC reports that the intraparty clash comes as several other bipartisan bills also look to prohibit TikTok in the U.S. NBC reports that the intraparty clash comes as several other bipartisan bills also look to prohibit TikTok in the U.S. The White House has backed one of those bills, which would give the commerce secretary the power to ban any foreign apps that pose a threat to national security. The White House has backed one of those bills, which would give the commerce secretary the power to ban any foreign apps that pose a threat to national security

This Day in History: President Reagan Is Shot

This Day in History: , President Reagan Is Shot. March 30, 1981. Outside of a Washington D.C. hotel, 25-year-old John Hinckley Jr. fired six shots at the president, hitting him once in the chest. Press Secretary James Brady, Secret Service agent Timothy McCarthy and D.C. policeman Thomas Delahaney were also hit. As Hinckley was overpowered, Reagan was rushed to the trauma center at George Washington University Hospital. As he was prepared for surgery, Reagan quipped to First Lady Nancy, "Honey, I forgot to duck.". The president returned to the White House less than two weeks later. Found "not guilty by reason of insanity," Hinkley was institutionalized until 2016 and now lives in Colonial Williamsburg, PA

Northern Ireland raises threat level to 'Severe' ahead of Joe Biden's visit|Oneindia News*

The terrorism threat level in Northern Ireland has been raised from “substantial” to “severe” just days before a potential visit to the country by US President Joe Biden. But the White House has said that the change won’t alter the President’s plans. The move, based on an MI5 intelligence assessment, follows a rise in dissident republican activity, including a recent gun attack on a top police officer. This reverses a downgrade in Northern Ireland's terror threat level last March - its first change for 12 years. #Ireland#Irelandtheatlevel#Goodfridayagreement