U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi said on Thursday lawmakers would probably need more funding for security as the "the enemy is within" the House, following a warning by the Homeland Security Department of heightened threats..
Chilling words from House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday, who in the wake of the deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol, said lawmakers would likely need more funding for security to protect them not just from outside threats, but also potentially from their own colleagues in the House of Representatives - whom she described as "the enemy within." U.S. HOUSE SPEAKER NANCY PELOSI: "I do believe, and I have said this all along, that we will probably need a supplemental for more security for members when the enemy is within the House of Representatives." REPORTER: "What exactly did you mean when you said, 'The enemy was within'?" U.S. HOUSE SPEAKER NANCY PELOSI: "It means that we have members of Congress who want to bring guns on the floor and have threatened violence on other members Congress." Pelosi did not name names, but earlier in her press conference was asked about newly-elected Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia, who has come under scrutiny this week for online comments she posted before taking office supporting violence against Democrats, including Pelosi.
Greene is the first member of Congress to have openly expressed support for the QAnon conspiracy theory, and in a video from 2019 that resurfaced and went viral this week, is seen harassing a student who survived the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida the year before.
REPORTER: "What would you like to see done about her?" U.S. HOUSE SPEAKER NANCY PELOSI: "What I'm concerned about is the Republican leadership in the House of Representatives, who was willing to overlook, ignore, those statements - assigning her to the Education Committee when she has mocked the killing of little children at Sandy Hook elementary school, when she has mocked the killing of teenagers in high school at the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.
What could they be thinking?
Or is 'thinking' too generous a word for what they might be doing." Greene, in a Twitter post, said some of her social media posts did not represent her views.
A gun-rights activist and ardent supporter of former President Donald Trump's, Greene is among those who have bristled at increased security measures, such as the installation of a metal detector at the House entrance.
Last week, Republican lawmaker Andy Harris was found carrying a concealed gun while trying to enter the House floor.
The Department of Homeland Security this week issued a bulletin warning of heightened threats, saying that some (quote) "domestic violent extremists" may feel emboldened by the Capitol rampage.
John Oliver is the latest to mock Nancy Pelosi for her widely ridiculed TikTok pun. On HBO's 'Last Week Tonight,' the host brought up how the U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that would lead to a ban on TikTok if its China-based owner doesn't sell its stake. The bill passed on concerns that the app poses a national security threat under the ownership of Chinese technology firm ByteDance Ltd.
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After approximately 600 lawyers sent a letter to the Chief Justice of India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi took a swipe at the Congress party on Thursday. "Using intimidation tactics is typical of Congress culture. Five decades ago, they advocated for a 'committed judiciary' – they shamelessly demand commitment from others for their own selfish interests but refuse to commit to the nation," the PM stated in a post on X. "It's no surprise that 1.4 billion Indians are turning away from them," he concluded.
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Former Treasury Secretary , Looking to Form Investor Group , to Purchase TikTok.
NBC reports that former Treasury Secretary
Steven Mnuchin is looking to put together an
investor group to acquire ByteDance's TikTok.
NBC reports that former Treasury Secretary
Steven Mnuchin is looking to put together an
investor group to acquire ByteDance's TikTok.
The news comes as a bipartisan bill works its
way through Congress that threatens to bring an
end to the platform's existence in the United States.
The news comes as a bipartisan bill works its
way through Congress that threatens to bring an
end to the platform's existence in the United States.
On March 13, the House of Representatives passed
the bill, which would force ByteDance to divest
the platform or face a ban on the app in the U.S.
I think the legislation should
pass and I think it should be sold.
It’s a great business and I’m going
to put together a group to buy TikTok, Steven Mnuchin, Former Treasury Secretary, via CNBC’s “Squawk Box”.
This should be owned by
U.S. businesses. There’s no
way that the Chinese would
ever let a U.S. company own
something like this in China, Steven Mnuchin, Former Treasury Secretary, via CNBC’s “Squawk Box”.
NBC points out that the bill still requires Senate approval
before it heads to President Joe Biden, who has indicated
that he would support the bill if it passes through Congress.
NBC points out that the bill still requires Senate approval
before it heads to President Joe Biden, who has indicated
that he would support the bill if it passes through Congress.
However, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew has said
that selling TikTok is not a viable option. .
According to PitchBook data, , ByteDance was valued at , $220 billion in 2023. .
Mnuchin has yet to specify the potential valuation
of a deal to acquire the social media platform
or which investors may be interested in the deal.
At the same time, the 'Wall Street Journal' reported that
former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has also
expressed interest in a deal to purchase TikTok.
At the same time, the 'Wall Street Journal' reported that
former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick has also
expressed interest in a deal to purchase TikTok
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This Day in History:, President Andrew
Johnson Is Impeached.
February 24, 1868.
Johnson assumed the
presidency after Lincoln's assassination.
He became the first U.S. president to be impeached.
11 articles of impeachment
were approved by the House of Representatives.
They arose from Johnson's
unpopular and racist post-Civil War
Reconstruction policies.
and the firing of Lincoln
appointed secretary of war,
Edwin Stanton.
Johnson's Senate impeachment
trial began on March 13.
He was not convicted, narrowly
escaping removal from office
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Tom Suozzi to Replace George Santos , in US House.
Tom Suozzi to Replace George Santos , in US House.
Democrat Tom Suozzi won a
New York special election to replace former
Rep. George Santos on Feb. 13, NBC News reports. .
Suozzi's triumph reduces the Republicans' narrow House majority by another seat.
Despite all the lies about Tom Suozzi
and the Squad, about Tom Suozzi being
the godfather of the migrant crisis,
about 'Sanctuary Suozzi,' despite the
dirty tricks, despite the vaunted Nassau
County Republican machine: We won, Tom Suozzi, via victory speech.
A winter storm that slammed the New York City
area on Feb. 13 may have given Suozzi an advantage
since he acquired more early votes than his
opponent, Mazi Pilip, NBC News reports. .
A winter storm that slammed the New York City
area on Feb. 13 may have given Suozzi an advantage
since he acquired more early votes than his
opponent, Mazi Pilip, NBC News reports. .
Over 3 inches of snow fell in Central Park, while parts
of Hudson Valley received 5 to 10 inches of snow.
Over 3 inches of snow fell in Central Park, while parts
of Hudson Valley received 5 to 10 inches of snow.
Suozzi could be sworn in as early as Feb. 15,
or he may have to wait until after the
House's recess for Presidents' Day. .
Once he assumes his seat in Congress,
House Republicans will face even more pressure
to find common ground with Democrats.
They will only be able to lose two votes
to further GOP legislation. .
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries took
to X to celebrate the GOP's dwindling majority.
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In a significant move, the Democratic-led U.S. Senate has passed a $95.34 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, overcoming hurdles amidst uncertainty in the Republican-controlled House of Representatives. This aid package aims to bolster support for these nations amid ongoing challenges and geopolitical tensions. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story.
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TMZ has obtained new video showing the full extent of the raid at Diddy's home in Miami Monday -- not to mention the moment federal agents stopped his crew at.. TMZ.com
Homes Linked to Diddy , Are Raided by Federal Officials.
HSI New York "executed law enforcement actions
as part of an ongoing investigation with assistance
from HSI Los Angeles, HSI Miami and our local law enforcement partners" on March 25, authorities said.
Sean "Diddy" Combs does not own the home in Los Angeles, but the mansion has ties with his company, Bad Boys Film Production.
The Miami residence, however, was bought
by Combs in 2021, NPR reports. .
Phones belonging to Combs
were seized by Homeland Security
officials in Miami prior to the 54-year-old
attempting to board a flight to the Bahamas.
The motive for the raids has not been made clear, .
but they follow a lawsuit alleging that Diddy leads an enterprise that could be considered a "widespread and dangerous criminal sex trafficking organization.".
I drive by a lot, and I see that — a lot of girls, maybe five or six girls outside, some leaving, some not, some going in. I never thought anything of it. But now, it’s crazy, Ryan Mendelsohn, 20, who used to live
in and still frequents the area, via NBC News.
The rapper and producer has also been accused
of the "solicitation and distribution of illegal narcotics and firearms," NBC News reports. .
That suit follows other claims of sexual misconduct, assault, sex trafficking and rape, most notably put forth by Combs' ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura. .
Producer Rodney "Lil Rod" Jones has also
sued Diddy for alleged sexual assault.
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The Cost to Become a US Citizen , Is Increasing.
According to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), fees
associated with gaining American citizenship
will increase on April 1, 'The Hill' reports.
USCIS conducted a comprehensive biennial fee
review and determined that current fees do
not recover the full cost of providing
adjudication and naturalization services, Department of Homeland Security, via announcement.
DHS is adjusting the fee schedule
to fully recover costs and
maintain adequate service, Department of Homeland Security, via announcement.
Submitting an Application for Naturalization
(N-400) will be $725, up from $640.
If biometric work is required,
the price will be $760.
The overall price for submitting the
"green card" packet, which includes everything required for legal permanent status, will increase from $1,760 to $3,005.
The USCIS' new guidelines also
expand eligibility for lower rates.
The cost of the N-400 form will only rise from
$320 to $380 for those who earn "below 400% of
the federal poverty guideline," 'The Hill' reports. .
In 2023, the USCIS says that it
welcomed over 878,500 new citizens
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Alejandro Mayorkas Impeached , by House Republicans.
The Homeland Security secretary has been impeached for "willful and systemic refusal to comply with the law" when it comes to the enforcement of border policy, NPR reports.
Mayorkas was impeached
by a House vote of 214-213.
Three Republicans sided with all Democrats
against impeachment. .
A cabinet member has not been
impeached since William Belknap in 1876.
A cabinet member has not been
impeached since William Belknap in 1876.
It is not likely that the Senate will
convict Mayorkas or that he will be
removed from his position, NPR reports. .
DHS spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg said that the impeachment was conducted "without a shred of evidence or legitimate constitutional grounds.".
House Republicans will be remembered
by history for trampling on the Constitution
for political gain rather than working to
solve the serious challenges at our border, DHS spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg, via statement.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer called the impeachment "a new low for House Republicans.".
This sham impeachment effort is another
embarrassment for House Republicans, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
The one and only reason for this
impeachment is for Speaker Johnson
to further appease Donald Trump, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement.
President Biden also
condemned the impeachment.
History will not look kindly on
House Republicans for their blatant
act of unconstitutional partisanship that
has targeted an honorable public servant
in order to play petty political games, President Joe Biden, via statement
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Biden Campaign to Rake In $25 Million , at Star-Studded Fundraiser.
President Biden will host the
most lucrative political fundraiser in
American history on March 28, Politico reports. .
The event will feature former
Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton.
The event will feature former
Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton.
Mindy Kaling will emcee the event
from Radio City Music Hall.
There will be musical performances by
Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo.
There will be musical performances by
Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo.
There will be musical performances by
Cynthia Erivo, Queen Latifah, Lizzo.
Lea Michele and Ben Platt.
Lea Michele and Ben Platt.
Stephen Colbert will host an "armchair conversation" with Biden, Obama and Clinton.
Unlike our opponent, every dollar we’re raising
is going to reach the voters who will decide
this election — communicating the president’s
historic record, his vision for the future and
laying plain the stakes of this election, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement.
The numbers don’t lie: today’s event
is a massive show of force and a
true reflection of the momentum
to reelect the Biden-Harris ticket, Jeffrey Katzenberg, the Biden campaign co-chair, via statement.
$25 million is expected to be raised at the event. .
By comparison, Biden's campaign raised
$21 million during all of last month.
Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump
raised $20 million during the month of February.
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Biden Cracks Down , on ‘Junk Insurance Plans’.
On March 28, President Joe Biden announced that
a new rule will limit short-term health insurance
plans to three months, ABC News reports. .
The plans can now only be renewed for up to
four months instead of three years that were permitted under former President Donald Trump. .
The plans can now only be renewed for up to
four months instead of three years that were permitted under former President Donald Trump. .
Additionally, short-term plan providers must
clearly explain benefit limitations to consumers. .
The president really believes
the American people do not want
to be taken for suckers and junk insurance takes them for suckers, Neera Tanden, Biden's domestic policy adviser, via statement.
Short-term insurance is intended to temporarily serve as a safety net for periods of transition,
such as switching jobs or prior to receiving Medicare.
However, critics call these plans
"junk insurance" because they're often misleading as far as what they actually cover.
ABC News reports that the plans aren't required to cover those with preexisting conditions or pay for prescription drugs.
In 2018, Trump expanded short-term plans and referred to them as "much less expensive health care at a much lower price.".
Neera Tanden, Biden's domestic policy adviser,
said that Trump undermined the Affordable Care Act
(ACA) when he allowed insurance companies to
sell inadequate short-term plans.
Neera Tanden, Biden's domestic policy adviser,
said that Trump undermined the Affordable Care Act
(ACA) when he allowed insurance companies to
sell inadequate short-term plans.
The short-term plan expansion was
upheld by an appeals court in 2020
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RFK Jr Picks Nicole Shanahan , As His Running Mate.
On March 26, the presidential candidate announced that the 38-year-old ex-wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin is his vice presidential pick, BBC reports. .
On March 26, the presidential candidate announced that the 38-year-old ex-wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin is his vice presidential pick, BBC reports. .
On March 26, the presidential candidate announced that the 38-year-old ex-wife of Google co-founder Sergey Brin is his vice presidential pick, BBC reports. .
Kennedy introduced Shanahan as
"a fellow lawyer, a brilliant scientist, technologist, a fierce warrior mom.".
Kennedy introduced Shanahan as
"a fellow lawyer, a brilliant scientist, technologist, a fierce warrior mom.".
He went on to call his campaign "a spoiler for President Biden and for President Trump" that
will "forge an unstoppable coalition of homeless Democrats and homeless Republicans.".
Kennedy's independent bid was launched
in October after challenging Biden for
the Democratic nomination.
The Democratic National Committee has condemned Kennedy's bid, saying that he
will only help to draw votes away from
Biden, ensuring Trump's victory. .
Shanahan revealed that she had left the Democratic Party because it was consumed with "elitism" and "winning at all costs.".
I believe I am taking the best
ideals and impulses with me. , Nicole Shanahan, via statement.
Shanahan's professional
colleagues speak highly of her.
She's motivated by trying to change
things for the better and having an
impact on social benefits, Roland Vogl, executive director of Stanford University's
Center for Legal Informatics, via statement.
Don't undersell someone
who comes from outside a
system to change the system. , Bruce Cahan, a professional colleague, via statement.
Announcing Shanahan as his running mate
will likely help Kennedy get on more ballots.
He's currently only confirmed on Utah's ballot
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House speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday criticized Republican leadership for their support of Marjorie Taylor Greene, and said that Congress had "enemies within" who are threatening other members.