Key Senate Midterm Races Expecting Delays in Final Results
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Key Senate Midterm Races Expecting Delays in Final Results
Key Senate Midterm Races , Expecting Delays in Final Results.
On November 8, Americans will decide heated
midterm elections that will determine which party
controls both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
On November 8, Americans will decide heated
midterm elections that will determine which party
controls both the House of Representatives and the Senate.
'Newsweek' reports that the task of counting
mail-in and absentee ballots is expected to
delay final results in several key states.
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In Pennsylvania, a highly anticipated Senate race
between Democrat John Fetterman and Republican
Dr. Mehmet Oz could take days to tally final results.
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In Pennsylvania, a highly anticipated Senate race
between Democrat John Fetterman and Republican
Dr. Mehmet Oz could take days to tally final results.
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Official results will be available
within a few days.
This delay does not
mean anything nefarious is happening, Leigh M.
Chapman, Acting secretary of the
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, via 'Newsweek'.
In Arizona, another close race between Democratic
Senator Mark Kelly and Republican Blake Masters
may take days to tally mail-in and absentee votes.
In Arizona, another close race between Democratic
Senator Mark Kelly and Republican Blake Masters
may take days to tally mail-in and absentee votes.
Another close race in Nevada between Democrat
Catherine Cortez Masto and Republican Adam Laxalt
will continue to accept votes postmarked by election day.
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Another close race in Nevada between Democrat
Catherine Cortez Masto and Republican Adam Laxalt
will continue to accept votes postmarked by election day.
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Those ballots won't be tallied until at least
November 12, meaning the results will be
released once every last ballot is counted.
In Georgia, Democrat Raphael Warnock and Republican
Herschel Walker are in another tight Senate race
expected to require a runoff election to decide a winner.
In Georgia, Democrat Raphael Warnock and Republican
Herschel Walker are in another tight Senate race
expected to require a runoff election to decide a winner.
'Newsweek' reports that if neither
candidate receives 50% of the vote,
a December 6 runoff would be held.
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The delay could lead to potential control
of the Senate not being decided until almost
a month after the scheduled election date
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.
Itâs a great business and Iâm going
to put together a group to buy TikTok, Steven Mnuchin, Former Treasury Secretary, via CNBCâs âSquawk Boxâ.
This should be owned by
U.S. businesses. Thereâs no
way that the Chinese would
ever let a U.S. company own
something like this in China, Steven Mnuchin, Former Treasury Secretary, via CNBCâs âSquawk Boxâ.
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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A bipartisan group of US lawmakers has introduced a bill giving China's ByteDance six months to divest TikTok or face a US ban due to national security concerns. This follows India's 2020 ban on TikTok. The bill requires Senate support and will be considered in a House committee hearing. TikTok denies data sharing with China but faces scrutiny over its ownership.
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Mitch McConnell , Backs Trump Despite , Acrimonious Relationship.
On March 6, Mitch McConnell, the United States
Senate's leading Republican, endorsed
Donald Trump's bid for the 2024 election.
On March 6, Mitch McConnell, the United States
Senate's leading Republican, endorsed
Donald Trump's bid for the 2024 election.
It is abundantly clear that
former President Trump has
earned the requisite support of
Republican voters to be our nominee
for President of the United States, Mitch McConnell, Republican
Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'.
It is abundantly clear that
former President Trump has
earned the requisite support of
Republican voters to be our nominee
for President of the United States, Mitch McConnell, Republican
Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'.
'The Guardian' reports that the news comes after
Trump dominated Super Tuesday primaries,
and Nikki Haley pulled out of the race. .
'The Guardian' reports that the news comes after
Trump dominated Super Tuesday primaries,
and Nikki Haley pulled out of the race. .
It should come as no surprise, that as
nominee, he will have my support, Mitch McConnell, Republican
Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'.
During his presidency, we worked
together to accomplish great things
for the American people including
tax reform that supercharged our
economy and a generational change
of our federal judiciary â most
importantly, the Supreme Court, Mitch McConnell, Republican
Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'.
Trump and McConnell fell out over Trump's challenge
of the 2020 election results, which led to the
January 6 riot at the U.S. Congress.
Trump and McConnell fell out over Trump's challenge
of the 2020 election results, which led to the
January 6 riot at the U.S. Congress.
Ultimately, McConnell voted to acquit Trump
during the former president's impeachment trial.
Last week, McConnell said he plans to step down
as leader at the end of 2024, following elections
which the GOP hopes will give them control of the Senate.
McConnell is the longest-serving
Senate party leader ever, after
first becoming a senator in 1985. .
'The Guardian' reports that the current
list of contenders to replace McConnell
include John Thune of South Dakota
and John Cornyn of Texas. .
'The Guardian' reports that the current
list of contenders to replace McConnell
include John Thune of South Dakota
and John Cornyn of Texas.
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John Cornyn Wants to Be , the Senateâs Next GOP Leader.
On Feb. 28, Mitch McConnell announced that he
is stepping down as Senate Minority Leader.
The next day, Sen. Cornyn threw hit hat into the
ring to succeed McConnell, 'The Hill' reports. .
I am asking my Republican colleagues
to give me the opportunity to
succeed Leader McConnell, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement.
Throughout my time Iâve built a track
record of listening to colleagues and seeking
consensus, while leading the fight to stop
bad policies that are harmful to our
nation and the Conservative cause, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement.
The Republican from Texas went on to
call the Senate "broken" and said he
could perform a "major role" in fixing it. .
From experience, I have learned what
works in the Senate and what does not,
and I am confident Senate Republicans can
restore our institution to the essential role
it serves in our constitutional republic, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement.
We will improve communication,
increase transparency, and ensure
inclusion of every Memberâs
expertise and opinion. , Sen. John Cornyn, via statement.
We will restore the important role of
Senate committees and reestablish the
regular appropriations process, rather
than lurch from one crisis to another, Sen. John Cornyn, via statement.
While Cornyn is the first candidate to
announce an official bid for the position, .
other senators that are expected to
make a run for leader include John Thune
and John Barrasso, 'The Hill' reports. .
other senators that are expected to
make a run for leader include John Thune
and John Barrasso, 'The Hill' reports.
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NBC Ousts Ronna McDaniel , After Anchors' On-Air Rebellion.
NBC Ousts Ronna McDaniel , After Anchors' On-Air Rebellion.
On March 26, NBC News cut ties with former Republican
National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel just days after
she was hired to be a paid political analyst for the network.
CNN reports that the ousting comes after
intense backlash from the network's leading
anchors over the decision to hire McDaniel.
CNN reports that the ousting comes after
intense backlash from the network's leading
anchors over the decision to hire McDaniel.
There is no doubt that the last several
days have been difficult for the News
Group. After listening to the legitimate
concerns of many of you, I have
decided that Ronna McDaniel will
not be an NBC News contributor, Cesar Conde, NBCUniversal News Group President, via CNN.
I want to personally apologize
to our team members who felt
we let them down. While this
was a collective recommendation
by some members of our leadership
team, I approved it and take
full responsibility for it, Cesar Conde, NBCUniversal News Group President, via CNN.
Journalists and anchors at NBC and
MSNBC denounced the network's
decision to hire McDaniel in on-air rebukes. .
Journalists and anchors at NBC and
MSNBC denounced the network's
decision to hire McDaniel in on-air rebukes. .
NBC Newsâ chief political analyst,
Chuck Todd, delivered biting on-air criticism
of executives at NBC over the decision.
NBC Newsâ chief political analyst,
Chuck Todd, delivered biting on-air criticism
of executives at NBC over the decision.
Thereâs a reason
a lot of journalists
at NBC News are
uncomfortable with this, Chuck Todd, NBC Newsâ chief political analyst, via CNN.
MSNBC hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough were
the next to speak out about McDaniel's hiring, expressing
their hope that NBC would "reconsider its decision.".
MSNBC hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough were
the next to speak out about McDaniel's hiring, expressing
their hope that NBC would "reconsider its decision.".
To be clear, we believe NBC News should
seek out conservative Republican voices
to provide balance in their election coverage,
but it should be conservative Republicans,
not a person who used her position of power
to be an anti-democracy election denier, Mika Brzezinski, MSNBC host, via CNN.
To be clear, we believe NBC News should
seek out conservative Republican voices
to provide balance in their election coverage,
but it should be conservative Republicans,
not a person who used her position of power
to be an anti-democracy election denier, Mika Brzezinski, MSNBC host, via CNN.
Other leading network personalities to speak out against
McDaniel were Nicolle Wallace and Rachel Maddow,
who called the network's decision "inexplicable.".
Other leading network personalities to speak out against
McDaniel were Nicolle Wallace and Rachel Maddow,
who called the network's decision "inexplicable."
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Trumpâs Civil Fraud Judgement Bond , Is Reduced to $175 Million.
On March 25, a New York appeals court told Donald Trump that if he can pay $175 million within 10 days.
collection of his $454 million civil fraud judgement will be paused, AP reports. .
The payment would also stop the state from seizing any of Trump's assets during the appeals process. .
A previous ruling that Trump and his sons, Eric and Donald Trump Jr., couldn't serve in corporate leadership for a number of years was also reversed. .
The order, a significant victory for the former president, came just before Attorney General Letitia James was about to begin the process of collecting the judgement, AP reports. .
The order, a significant victory for the former president, came just before Attorney General Letitia James was about to begin the process of collecting the judgement, AP reports. .
The presumptive Republican presidential nominee praised the ruling and criticized Judge Arthur Engoron's initial ruling.
What heâs done is such a
disservice and should never
be allowed to happen again, Donald Trump, via statement.
So I greatly respect the decision
of the Appellate Division, and Iâll post
either $175 billion in cash or bonds
for security or whatever is necessary,
very quickly, within the 10 days. , Donald Trump, via statement.
And I thank the Appellate Division
for acting quickly, but Judge Engoron
is a disgrace to this country, and this
should not be allowed to happen, Donald Trump, via statement.
However, James' office points out that the judgement still stands, even if collection is paused. .
Donald Trump is still facing
accountability for his staggering fraud, Letitia James' office, via statement
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16 Republican AGs Sue Biden Administration , for Pausing Liquid Natural Gas Exports.
The lawsuit was filed on March 21.
The states claim that the Biden administration
does not have the authority to deny
"federal permits for new liquid natural
gas (LNG) exports," 'The Hill' reports. .
The 16 attorneys general also allege
that the pause goes against Congress.
This ban disregards statutory mandates,
flouts the normal regulatory process, upends
the industry, disrupts Plaintiffsâ economies,
and subverts our constitutional structure, Via lawsuit.
These unlawful actions leave Plaintiffs
with no choice but to once more turn
to the courts to enforce the law, Via lawsuit.
The suit goes on to allege that the ban is
motivated by politics and comes "in the midst of an election year, and after a sustained pressure campaign from billionaire conglomerates, celebrities, âinfluencers,â and banks.".
The timing of the decision, in an election
year, raises the likelihood that political
motivations drove the action, House Oversight Committee Republicans,
in a letter to Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm.
LNG, which is often considered to be
"a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration.
LNG, which is often considered to be
"a bridge between coal and renewables," was first pushed by the Obama administration.
President Biden's pause on permits signifies
a stark contrast from his predecessor.
In February, the House passed a bill that would
strip the White House of its LNG permit authority
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In Louisiana's presidential primary on Saturday (Mar 23), both US President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump secured victories, further solidifying their positions after securing their respective party nominations. With no races hanging in the balance, the outcome merely reaffirmed their dominance over their major competitors. Biden collected the 48 delegates up for grabs for Democrats, and former President Donald Trump collected the 47 delegates for Republicans.
#Biden #Trump #LouisianaPrimary #PresidentialElection #ElectionVictory #PartyNominations #USPolitics #DemocraticParty #RepublicanParty #PoliticalContest #PrimaryElection #ElectionResults #CampaignTrail #PresidentialNominees #VoteCount #PoliticalLeadership #VictorySpeech #PoliticalMilestones #PoliticalSuccess #DemocraticProcess
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Appeals Court Freezes , Controversial Texas Immigration Law.
Hours after the Supreme Court allowed SB4
to take effect, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals put it back on hold, 'The Hill' reports. .
The controversial measure allows Texas law enforcement to arrest anyone they suspect has entered the country illegally. .
They could then face deportation or jail time.
Critics say that the law could result in "civil rights violations and racial profiling," 'The Hill' reports. .
Critics say that the law could result in "civil rights violations and racial profiling," 'The Hill' reports. .
The White House previously referred to the law
as "another example of Republican officials politicizing the border while blocking real solutions.".
Dissenting Supreme Court Justices
Sonia Sotomayor and Ketanji Brown Jackson
argued that SB4 will only invite "further chaos
and crisis" regarding immigration enforcement.
Dissenting Supreme Court Justices
Sonia Sotomayor and Ketanji Brown Jackson
argued that SB4 will only invite "further chaos
and crisis" regarding immigration enforcement.
Meanwhile, Mexico reiterated that it
will not "under any circumstances" accept
deportations of those who are not Mexican citizens. .
Mexico reiterates the legitimate
right to protect the rights of its
nationals in the United States
and to determine its own policies
regarding entry into its territory, Mexican government, via statement.
Texas officials did not report any arrests during the time the new law was in effect
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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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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.
#USNews #USA #UnitedStatesofAmerica #RussiaUkraineWar #IsraelHamasWar #TaiwanConflict #Oneindia
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Two fatalities and five injuries occurred in a Washington, DC shooting, while Andre Gordon was arrested for a triple homicide in Pennsylvania. The DC incident's motive remains unclear, and no suspects are named. Gordon allegedly fled after the Pennsylvania shootings but was detained after a carjacking; no injuries resulted from the carjacking.
#WashingtonDC #DCShootout #WhiteHouse #WashingtonShooting #KennedyRecreationCenter #USCrimenews #USnews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Ancestry Reveals , Taylor Swift's Connection , With Emily Dickinson.
NBC reports that Taylor Swift has been
found to be a distant relative of legendary
American poet Emily Dickinson. .
NBC reports that Taylor Swift has been
found to be a distant relative of legendary
American poet Emily Dickinson. .
On March 4, genealogy company
Ancestry revealed that Swift is
Dickinson's sixth cousin, three times removed.
Swift and Dickinson both
descend from a 17th century
English immigrant (Swiftâs
9th great-grandfather and
Dickinsonâs 6th great-grandfather
who was an early settler
of Windsor, Connecticut), Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
Swift and Dickinson both
descend from a 17th century
English immigrant (Swiftâs
9th great-grandfather and
Dickinsonâs 6th great-grandfather
who was an early settler
of Windsor, Connecticut), Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
Taylor Swiftâs ancestors remained
in Connecticut for six generations
until her part of the family
eventually settled in northwestern
Pennsylvania, where they
married into the Swift family line, Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
Taylor Swiftâs ancestors remained
in Connecticut for six generations
until her part of the family
eventually settled in northwestern
Pennsylvania, where they
married into the Swift family line, Ancestry statement, via 'TODAY'.
NBC points out that prior to this
announcement, Swift has publicly
referenced the 19th century poet. .
In 2022, Swift mentioned Dickinson while receiving
the Songwriter-Artist of the Decade Award from
the Nashville Songwriters Association International.
If my lyrics sound like a letter
written by Emily Dickinsonâs
great-grandmother while sewing
a lace curtain, thatâs me
writing in the Quill genre, Taylor Swift, via NBC.
Other connections have been drawn to Swift's ninth studio
album 'Evermore,' which was announced in 2020 on
December 10, which happens to be Dickinson's birthday.
NBC reports that this is not the first
time that Ancestry has found
connections between American icons.
In 2019, the genealogy company found that Tom Hanks was
related to late children's TV host Mister Rogers, whom
Hanks portrayed in 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.'.
In 2019, the genealogy company found that Tom Hanks was
related to late children's TV host Mister Rogers, whom
Hanks portrayed in 'A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood.'
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Watch as emergency responders rush to the scene after a Norfolk Southern train derails in eastern Pennsylvania, spilling diesel fuel and plastic pellets into the Lehigh River. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the incident has raised concerns about rail safety. Stay tuned for updates on the investigation and cleanup efforts.
#TrainDerail #Pennsylvania #USNews #USA #JoeBiden #Norfolk #NorfolkSouthernTrain #NorfolkTrain #LehighRiver #OneindiaNews
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This Day in History:, The First Groundhog Day.
February 2, 1887.
Groundhog Day was celebrated
for the first time at Gobblerâs Knob
in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.
Tradition has it that if a groundhog comes
out of its hole on this day and sees its shadow, .
it runs back into its
burrow predicting
six more weeks of winter.
No shadow means
an early spring.
In 1887, a newspaper editor declared that Phil,
the Punxsutawney groundhog, was Americaâs
only true weather-forecasting groundhog.
The line of groundhogs
that have since been
known as Phil are Americaâs
most famous marmots.
The 1993 Bill Murray movie 'Groundhog Day'
popularized the use of the term to mean
something that is repeated over and over
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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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Ron DeSantis Legalizes , Social Media Ban for Children.
The Florida governor signed the bill into law on March 25, 'The Guardian' reports.
It takes effect on January 1, 2025.
At that time, children under the age of 14 will not be allowed to have social media accounts in Florida.
14- and 15-year-olds will need parental permission
to have a presence on social media.
State House Speaker Paul Renner issued
a statement in support of the new law.
A child in their brain development doesnât have
the ability to know that theyâre being sucked
into these addictive technologies and to see
the harm and step away from it, and because
of that we have to step in for them, Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, via statement.
Renner also said that social media companies will likely "sue the second after this is signed.".
But you know what? Weâre going to beat
them. Weâre going to beat them and
weâre never, ever going to stop, Florida House Speaker Paul Renner, via statement.
Opponents argue that the new legislation is unconstitutional and a government overreach. .
This bill goes too far in
taking away parentsâ rights, Anna Eskamani, Democratic state House representative,
via news release.
Instead of banning social media access,
it would be better to ensure improved
parental oversight tools, improved
access to data to stop bad actors, , Anna Eskamani, Democratic state House representative,
via news release.
... alongside major investments
in Floridaâs mental health
systems and programs, Anna Eskamani, Democratic state House representative,
via news release
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Fast Food Chains Warn Consumers , That Worker Pay Increases
Will Impact Prices.
'Newsweek' reports that franchises have
warned an increase of the minimum wage
for fast food workers in California could also
force menu prices to climb.
As of April 1, fast food restaurants in California
will have to pay employees at least $20 an hour, an
increase of four dollars from the current $16 an hour. .
Business owners have warned that the new law,
signed in by Democratic governor Gavin Newsom,
will have an impact on margins and consumer costs. .
At the end of October, McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski
said that the impact of the minimum wage rise would
be partially "worked through with higher pricing.".
At the end of October, McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski
said that the impact of the minimum wage rise would
be partially "worked through with higher pricing.".
According to McDonald's numbers, the price of
the signature Big Mac burger is currently $5.89
in California, the 10th highest in the United States.
The latest data compiled by 'The Economist' shows that
the average price of a Big Mac nationwide is currently
$5.69, which is up from $5.36 at the same time in 2023. .
Last year, McDonald's , reported net profits of , almost $8.5 billion.
According to the company's latest financial reports,
sales increased 8.7% in the U.S. in 2023, which the
company attributed to "strategic menu price increases.".
According to the company's latest financial reports,
sales increased 8.7% in the U.S. in 2023, which the
company attributed to "strategic menu price increases.".
Meanwhile, Jack Hartnung, the CFO of fast food
chain Chipotle, told investors that the wage
increase would impact consumer prices with a
"mid-to-high single digit" percentage increase.
Meanwhile, Jack Hartnung, the CFO of fast food
chain Chipotle, told investors that the wage
increase would impact consumer prices with a
"mid-to-high single digit" percentage increase.
In December, Pizza Hut cited the wage
increase as the reason behind laying off
the company's in-house delivery drivers. .
In December, Pizza Hut cited the wage
increase as the reason behind laying off
the company's in-house delivery drivers.
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These Are the 2024 Sweet 16 , March Madness Teams.
These Are the 2024 Sweet 16 , March Madness Teams.
64 NCAA Division I teams have been cut
down to the Sweet 16, CBS News reports. .
The teams that will advance in the
March Madness tournament are:.
North Carolina Tar Heels
Iowa State Cyclones
NC State Wolfpack
Gonzaga Bulldogs.
North Carolina Tar Heels
Iowa State Cyclones
NC State Wolfpack
Gonzaga Bulldogs.
North Carolina Tar Heels
Iowa State Cyclones
NC State Wolfpack
Gonzaga Bulldogs.
North Carolina Tar Heels
Iowa State Cyclones
NC State Wolfpack
Gonzaga Bulldogs.
Arizona Wildcats
Illinois Fighting Illini
Tennessee Volunteers
Purdue Boilermakers.
Arizona Wildcats
Illinois Fighting Illini
Tennessee Volunteers
Purdue Boilermakers.
Arizona Wildcats
Illinois Fighting Illini
Tennessee Volunteers
Purdue Boilermakers.
Arizona Wildcats
Illinois Fighting Illini
Tennessee Volunteers
Purdue Boilermakers.
Marquette Golden Eagles
Creighton Bluejays
Duke Blue Devils
Clemson Tigers.
Marquette Golden Eagles
Creighton Bluejays
Duke Blue Devils
Clemson Tigers.
Marquette Golden Eagles
Creighton Bluejays
Duke Blue Devils
Clemson Tigers.
Marquette Golden Eagles
Creighton Bluejays
Duke Blue Devils
Clemson Tigers.
Alabama Crimson Tide
San Diego State Aztecs
Houston Cougars
University of Connecticut Huskies.
Alabama Crimson Tide
San Diego State Aztecs
Houston Cougars
University of Connecticut Huskies.
Alabama Crimson Tide
San Diego State Aztecs
Houston Cougars
University of Connecticut Huskies.
Alabama Crimson Tide
San Diego State Aztecs
Houston Cougars
University of Connecticut Huskies.
Four teams remain in
each regional bracket.
Four teams remain in
each regional bracket.
In the East:, No. 1 seed Connecticut vs. No. 5 San Diego State
No. 2 seed Iowa State vs. No. 3 seed Illinois.
In the East:, No. 1 seed Connecticut vs. No. 5 San Diego State
No. 2 seed Iowa State vs. No. 3 seed Illinois.
In the East:, No. 1 seed Connecticut vs. No. 5 San Diego State
No. 2 seed Iowa State vs. No. 3 seed Illinois.
In the East:, No. 1 seed Connecticut vs. No. 5 San Diego State
No. 2 seed Iowa State vs. No. 3 seed Illinois.
In the West:, No. 1 seed North Carolina vs. No. 4 seed Alabama
No. 2 seed Arizona vs. No. 6 seed Clemson.
In the West:, No. 1 seed North Carolina vs. No. 4 seed Alabama
No. 2 seed Arizona vs. No. 6 seed Clemson.
In the West:, No. 1 seed North Carolina vs. No. 4 seed Alabama
No. 2 seed Arizona vs. No. 6 seed Clemson.
In the West:, No. 1 seed North Carolina vs. No. 4 seed Alabama
No. 2 seed Arizona vs. No. 6 seed Clemson.
In the South:, No. 1 Houston vs. No. 4 Duke
No. 2. seed Marquette vs. No. 11 seed NC State.
In the South:, No. 1 Houston vs. No. 4 Duke
No. 2. seed Marquette vs. No. 11 seed NC State.
In the South:, No. 1 Houston vs. No. 4 Duke
No. 2. seed Marquette vs. No. 11 seed NC State.
In the South:, No. 1 Houston vs. No. 4 Duke
No. 2. seed Marquette vs. No. 11 seed NC State.
In the Midwest:, No. 1 seed Purdue vs. No. 5 seed Gonzaga
No. 2 seed Tennessee vs. No. 3 seed Creighton.
In the Midwest:, No. 1 seed Purdue vs. No. 5 seed Gonzaga
No. 2 seed Tennessee vs. No. 3 seed Creighton.
In the Midwest:, No. 1 seed Purdue vs. No. 5 seed Gonzaga
No. 2 seed Tennessee vs. No. 3 seed Creighton.
In the Midwest:, No. 1 seed Purdue vs. No. 5 seed Gonzaga
No. 2 seed Tennessee vs. No. 3 seed Creighton.
Sweet 16 games will take
place from March 28-31
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Biden Administration to Invest $8.5 Billion , in Intelâs Computer Chip Plants.
Biden Administration to Invest $8.5 Billion , in Intelâs Computer Chip Plants.
In addition to $8.5 billion in direct funding, $11 billion will be provided in loans.
The money will come from
the CHIPS and Science Act.
The funds will go toward "computer chip
plants in Arizona, Ohio, New Mexico
and Oregon," CBS News reports. .
According to Intel, the new funding and other investments will create a total of 30,000 jobs in manufacturing and construction.
According to Intel, the new funding and other investments will create a total of 30,000 jobs in manufacturing and construction.
The deal will help the U.S. to produce 20%
of the most advanced computer chips
in the world by 2030, according to
Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.
Failure is not an option â leading-edge
chips are the core of our innovation
system, especially when it comes
to advances in artificial intelligence
and our military systems, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, on a call with reporters.
We can't just design chips.
We have to make them in America, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, on a call with reporters.
Biden's funding announcement comes
amid a heated presidential campaign.
Administration officials want to get chip technology funding
"out the door as quickly as possible so that the Biden campaign can point to concrete progress on one of the
White House's signature programs," analysts say.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger called the
CHIPS Act "the most critical industrial
policy legislation since World War II.".
We think of this as a defining
moment for the United States, the
semiconductor industry and for Intel, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, via statement
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This Day in History: , Pluto Is Discovered.
February 18, 1930.
Once believed to be the ninth planet,
Pluto was discovered at the Lowell Observatory
in Flagstaff, AZ, by astronomer Clyde W. Tombaugh.
Tombaugh discovered the
tiny dwarf planet using a new astronomic technique
of photographic plates combined with a blink microscope.
Pluto was given the Roman name for the
god of the underworld in Greek mythology
due to its surface temperature of -360° F.
Nearly four billion miles away from the sun,
it takes Pluto approximately
248 years to complete one orbit. .
Pluto's only known moon, Charon,
has a diameter of a mere 737 miles.
In 2006, it was announced that Pluto would
no longer be considered a planet because its
orbit crosses into the orbit of planet Neptune.
While widely referred to as a dwarf planet, many argue that it should still be considered a planet.
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Trump Wins , 2024 Nevada Republican Caucuses.
Donald Trump claimed victory at
the Republican presidential caucuses
in Nevada on Feb. 8, CNN reports.
His closest rival, Nikki Haley,
did not compete for Nevada's delegates. .
Trump also won in Iowa and New Hampshire.
His latest victory inches him closer to the party's 2024 presidential nomination. .
Nevada's caucuses came two days after primaries were held, at which time Haley
lost to "none of these candidates.".
Nevada's caucuses came two days after primaries were held, at which time Haley
lost to "none of these candidates.".
We always knew Nevada was a scam.
Trump had it rigged from the very beginning.
⊠We didnât spend a day or a dollar there.
We werenât even worried about it, Nikki Haley, to Fox Business.
Trump attended a caucus watch party
in Las Vegas on Feb. 8.
As the Supreme Court questions whether
Trump can be removed from Colorado's primary ballot,
and Special Counsel Robert Hur releases a
scathing report about Biden's mental faculties.
As the Supreme Court questions whether
Trump can be removed from Colorado's primary ballot,
and Special Counsel Robert Hur releases a
scathing report about Biden's mental faculties.
As the Supreme Court questions whether
Trump can be removed from Colorado's primary ballot,
and Special Counsel Robert Hur releases a
scathing report about Biden's mental faculties.
Trump reveled in his political fortunes. .
Is there any way we can call the election
for next Tuesday? Thatâs all I want. , Donald Trump, via CNN
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Former President Donald Trump wins the Nevada Republican caucus by a landslide, securing all 26 delegates. His victory cements his position as the presumptive Republican candidate for the November election. Nikki Haley, his main challenger, opted out and faced a loss in the primary. Nevada remains a pivotal battleground for the upcoming election.
#DonaldTrump #Trump #Nevada #NikkiHaley #Haley2024 #NevadaCaucas #RepublicanParty #GOP #USelections #Trump2024 #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Recent Biden Gaffes , Highlight Concerns Over His , Age and Mental Health.
'The Guardian' reports that President
Joe Biden has twice mistakenly identified dead
European leaders as having talked to him
about the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack.
On February 7, Biden referred to former
German Chancellor Helmut Kohl while
speaking at a campaign fundraiser in New York. .
On February 7, Biden referred to former
German Chancellor Helmut Kohl while
speaking at a campaign fundraiser in New York. .
Biden said he spoke to Kohl, who died in 2017,
regarding concerns in Europe about attempts to
stop the certification of Biden's 2020 election win.
Biden said he spoke to Kohl, who died in 2017,
regarding concerns in Europe about attempts to
stop the certification of Biden's 2020 election win.
Just three days earlier, while recounting a similar
anecdote about EU perception of the January 6 Capitol
attack, Biden appeared to confuse French politicians. .
While speaking in Nevada, Biden referred
to a conversation with former French
President François Mitterrand, who died in 1996.
While speaking in Nevada, Biden referred
to a conversation with former French
President François Mitterrand, who died in 1996.
At the age of 81, Biden is the oldest president to
ever seek reelection in the history of the country,
which has made health concerns an issue for many voters. .
According to a recent NBC poll,
three quarters of voters expressed concerns
about Biden's physical and mental health.
The issue has become a key point
for Republicans, who claim
Biden is unfit to hold office. .
Meanwhile, Biden is likely to face former President
Donald Trump, who is currently 77 years old,
in the upcoming 2024 presidential race.
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, Trump's last
serious opponent in the Republican nomination race,
has criticized both men as being too old to hold office. .
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, Trump's last
serious opponent in the Republican nomination race,
has criticized both men as being too old to hold office. .
Former South Carolina Governor Nikki Haley, Trump's last
serious opponent in the Republican nomination race,
has criticized both men as being too old to hold office.
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Nikki Haley Loses Nevada GOP Primary , to âNone of These Candidatesâ.
Nevada gives voters the option to convey
dissatisfaction will all of the candidates presented on the ballot by marking "none of these candidates," CNN reports. .
Even though Donald Trump was not on the ballot, the results of the vote indicate that Nevada GOP voters stand by the former president.
Haley's campaign spokesperson, Olivia Perez-Cubas issued a statement about the outcome. .
Even Donald Trump knows that when you play penny slots the house wins. We didnât bother to play a game rigged for Trump. Weâre full steam ahead in South Carolina and beyond, Olivia Perez-Cubas, campaign spokesperson for Nikki Haley, via statement.
This year, the Nevada Republican Party
decided to hold caucuses and use those
results to "award the state's delegates to the
Republican National Convention," CNN reports. .
In your state, you have both a primary
and you have a caucus. Donât worry about
the primary, just do the caucus thing, Donald Trump, via statement at a rally in Las Vegas.
As for the Democratic primary in the state, President Joe Biden will take the win.
As for the Democratic primary in the state, President Joe Biden will take the win.
Nevada Democrats represent the backbone
of our nation: the union workers who built the
middle class, immigrants who came here in
search of opportunity, and families of all
stripes who deserve dignity, personal freedom,
and a fair shot at the American dream, President Joe Biden, via statement.
Tonight they showed us all: we still
believe in an America where we treat
everybody with honesty, decency, dignity,
and respect. Where we leave nobody behind.
I am so grateful for their support, President Joe Biden, via statement.
Three days prior, Biden also won
the South Carolina primary.
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Former US President Donald Trump, nominated as the GOP candidate for the third time, received partial relief in the Georgia election interference case, with six charges dismissed. Despite this, numerous other counts persist, alleging his involvement in overturning the 2020 election results. Trump's legal battles coincide with his presidential nomination, setting the stage for a historic rematch with Democrat Joe Biden.
#DonaldTrump #GeorgiaElection #ElectionInterference #GOP #RepublicanParty #TrumpFraud #Biden2024 #Trump2024 #USnews #Worldnews #Internationalnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Biden and Trump Secure Nominations, , Sealing 2024 Rematch.
Biden and Trump Secure Nominations, , Sealing 2024 Rematch.
On March 12, both presidential candidates
were victorious in Georgia, Mississippi and Washington State primaries, 'The Guardian' reports. .
On March 12, both presidential candidates
were victorious in Georgia, Mississippi and Washington State primaries, 'The Guardian' reports. .
This means that each of them has secured the nomination from their respective parties and will face off for the nation's highest office yet again. .
This means that each of them has secured the nomination from their respective parties and will face off for the nation's highest office yet again. .
The development comes at a time when much
of the country would prefer to see different candidates on the ballot, 'The Guardian' reports. .
âI donât like Trump. I donât like Biden. I just
wanted a different choice,â said Scott Carpenter
of Roswell, Georgia, who voted for Nikki Haley. .
âI donât like Trump. I donât like Biden. I just
wanted a different choice,â said Scott Carpenter
of Roswell, Georgia, who voted for Nikki Haley. .
âI donât like Trump. I donât like Biden. I just
wanted a different choice,â said Scott Carpenter
of Roswell, Georgia, who voted for Nikki Haley. .
Others voiced their opposition to the
current conflict in the Middle East.
I voted a protest vote against the
war in Gaza because I think it is
horrible what is happening and Iâm
ashamed of my country right now, Robin Hawking, 56, who voted for recent
dropout Dean Phillips, via 'The Guardian'.
Iâm hoping if enough people
vote for not-Biden, heâll get the
message that heâs going to lose this
election unless he does a ceasefire, Robin Hawking, 56, who voted for recent
dropout Dean Phillips, via 'The Guardian'.
Both Biden and Trump took to social media
to celebrate their respective nominations.
Both Biden and Trump took to social media
to celebrate their respective nominations.
Todayâs a day, a call to action. With your voice,
with your power, with your vote â come
November, we will vote in record numbers,
and can do it, we have the power to do it. , Joe Biden, via X.
Are you ready? Are you ready to defend
democracy? Are you ready to protect our
freedom? Are you ready to win this election?, Joe Biden, via X.
This was a great day of victory. Last week
was something very special â Super Tuesday â
but now we have to get back to work
because we have the worst president
in the history of [our] country. , Donald Trump, via X.
His name is Joe Biden, sometimes
referred to as crooked Joe Biden,
and he must be defeated, Donald Trump, via X
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Fani Willis , Subpoenaed , by House GOP.
The Fulton County, GA, district attorney who brought charges against Donald Trump has been subpoenaed by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan.
The Fulton County, GA, district attorney who brought charges against Donald Trump has been subpoenaed by House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan.
Jordan is demanding that Willis supply office documents following claims that the district attorney fired a whistleblower, NBC News reports.
Jordan is demanding that Willis supply office documents following claims that the district attorney fired a whistleblower, NBC News reports.
That whistleblower allegedly
attempted to stop the misuse of
federal funds by a top campaign aide.
The subpoena is part of a larger probe by
Jordan and House GOP members seeking to determine whether federal funds were used for
her over two-year investigation into Trump.
Last year, Trump was charged
with attempting to overturn 2020
presidential election results in Georgia.
He has pleaded not guilty.
According to Jordan, Willis has ignored
two requests for the documents âreferring or relating to the Fulton County District Attorneyâs Officeâs receipt and use of federal funds.â.
According to Jordan, Willis has ignored
two requests for the documents âreferring or relating to the Fulton County District Attorneyâs Officeâs receipt and use of federal funds.â.
Instead of using these federal grant
funds for the intended purpose of
helping at-risk youths, your office sought
to use the grant funds to âget Macbooks ...
swag ... [and] use it for travel, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, via NBC News.
Moreover, the whistleblowerâs direct
supervisor stated that these planned
expenditures âwere part of [your] vision.â, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, via NBC News.
These allegations raise serious concerns
about whether you were appropriately
supervising the expenditure of federal
grant funding allocated to your office and
whether you took actions to conceal your
officeâs unlawful use of federal funds, House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan, via NBC News.
Last year, Willis' office wrote Jordan a letter, saying there is âno justification in the Constitution for Congress to interfere with a state criminal matter.â.
Any examination of the records of our grant
programs will find that they are highly
effective and conducted in cooperation with
the Department of Justice and in compliance
with all Department of Justice requirements, Fani Willis, via NBC News
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Multiple Obstacles Standing , Between Donald Trump , and His Reelection Dreams.
'Newsweek' reports that Donald Trump
is expected to confirm his 2024 reelection plans
in a "special announcement" on..
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he battle for control of Congress is still up in the air, with the Senate coming down to three key races while Democrats and Republicans are still hanging onto hopes of winning a narrow majority in the..
Georgia Election Headed to Runoff , That Will Decide Control of Senate.
Georgia is heading into a December 6 runoff election,
pitting incumbent Democratic Senator Raphael Warnock
up against..
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