Dem senators tell White House any further assistance to Israel ‘must be consistent with our interests’
More than a dozen Democratic senators visited the White House this week, where they discussed the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, the impact it has had on Palestinian civilians in Gaza, and what steps the Biden administration would take after the temporary cease-fire expires. U.S. Sens. Chris Van Hollen, D-Md., Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, and Jack Reed, D-R.I., […]
Rep. Comer Subpoenas Biden Appointee Over Hunter Art
The House committees on Oversight and Judiciary have subpoenaed a Biden administration appointee to discuss her purchase of Hunter Biden’s artwork.[#item_full_content]
Health Insurers Humana, Cigna in Talks to Merge
Health insurers Cigna and Humana are in talks for a merger, The Wall Street Journal reported Wednesday, citing people familiar with the matter. The companies are discussing a stock-and-cash deal that could be finalized by the end of the year, according to the report,…
Indian National Charged With Conspiracy to Kill Sikh Separatist
The U.S. charged an Indian national with conspiring to assassinate a U.S. citizen who advocated for a sovereign state for Sikhs, the U.S. attorney’s office in Manhattan said on Wednesday.[#item_full_content]
Rep. Comer to Newsmax: Hunter Biden Must Comply or Face Charges
The House Oversight and Accountability Committee will recommend charging Hunter Biden with contempt of Congress if he does not comply with its subpoena compelling him to appear for a closed-door deposition, according to Chairman James Comer, R-Ky., on Newsmax.[#item_full_content]
Russian government floats idea for mandatory ‘loyalty agreement’ for foreigners in Russia
The Russian government is floating the idea of demanding a “loyalty agreement” from foreigners. A proposed law would restrict non-Russian residents from openly opposing the government, criticizing Russia’s communist history or subverting traditional values. Foreign nationals would be required to sign an agreement prohibiting “hindering the activities of public authorities of the Russian Federation [or] […]
US Sanctions Financial Network Tied to Iranian Oil Sales
The U.S. on Wednesday said it imposed a new round of sanctions on a group of 20 people and firms allegedly involved in a financial facilitation network for the benefit of the Iranian military.
Michigan Gov Whitmer signs sweeping green energy bill forcing transition from fossil fuels
Democratic Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed a landmark legislative package that requires state power providers to meet some of the most aggressive green energy goals in the country. Whitmer was joined by fellow state Democrats, climate activists and industry stakeholders during a ceremony Tuesday where she signed the seven green energy bills that aim to […]
Schumer decries antisemitism in impassioned Senate speech: ‘Jewish people feel isolated,’ ‘deep fear’
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., delivered a 40-minute speech on the Senate floor Wednesday morning against the rise of antisemitism in the U.S. since the Hamas-led massacre in Israel on Oct. 7. “I feel compelled to speak because I’m the highest-ranking Jewish elected official in America,” Schumer said on the floor Wednesday. “In fact, […]
Trump Campaign Sells Mug Shot Wrapping Paper
Former President Donald Trump is selling Christmas wrapping paper featuring his infamous mug shot to generate contributions for his campaign as he intensifies efforts for his 2024 bid against Joe Biden.
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