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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. selects his vice president, Nicole Shanahan
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has selected Nicole Shanahan as his vice president. Shanahan, a 38-year-old Silicon Valley lawyer and philanthropist, was previously married to Google co-founder Sergey Brin. Announcing her partnership with Kennedy at an event in her hometown of Oakland, California, Shanahan stated she was inspired by Kennedy to leave the Democratic Party.… -
Judge issues gag order on Trump in New York hush money case
The New York judge overseeing a criminal case against Donald Trump concerning hush money payments has placed a gag order on the former president, limiting public comments about individuals connected to the case. This move comes after Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg requested the restriction. Judge Juan Merchan said Trump has a history of making “threatening, inflammatory, denigrating”… -
6 workers presumed dead in Baltimore bridge collapse
Six people are presumed dead after the major bridge collapse in Baltimore, and former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel is out at NBC News just days after joining the network. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 27, 2024. 6 missing workers presumed dead after Baltimore bridge collapse Divers will return to… -
Homeland Security raids homes of Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs
Homeland Security agents raids targeted multiple homes owned by hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs on Monday, March 25. Several news outlets have reported that the searches are part of a sex-trafficking investigation. Armed Homeland Security agents conducted raids at homes in Los Angeles and Miami. Video from Fox 11 in Los Angeles captured armed officers entering… -
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill restricting social media for kids
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Monday that sets age limits for social media use in the state. Under the new law, children under 14 are prohibited from creating social media accounts, and those aged 14 and 15 will need parental consent to join platforms. “Ultimately, [we’re] trying to help parents navigate this very… -
Major bridge collapses in Baltimore after ship collision; search and rescue underway
A major bridge collapses in Baltimore after being struck by a ship — sending multiple people into the water. And, Homeland Security raids the homes of hip-hop mogul Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs as part of an ongoing investigation. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Major bridge collapses in Baltimore,… -
Chuck Todd blasts NBC News for hiring former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel
NBC News is facing criticism from within its own ranks following the recent addition of former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel to its team. Chuck Todd, a prominent political reporter and former moderator of “Meet the Press,” expressed strong disapproval of the network’s decision during Sunday’s program to current moderator Kristen Welker. Todd, now serving as… -
Kamala Harris says Israeli operation in Rafah would be a ‘huge mistake’
Vice President Kamala Harris has indicated that the United States may consider “consequences” should Israel proceed with its plans to expand military operations into the city of Rafah, amid the ongoing war with Hamas. In an interview with ABC News, Harris underscored the Biden administration’s opposition to an invasion of Rafah, labeling any significant military action… -
Suspects in Russia concert hall attack appear in court
The U.S. responds to Vladimir Putin’s claims after dozens are killed in a terrorist attack at a Russia concert hall, and—NBC News’ Chuck Todd calls out his own network for a recent hiring during ‘Meet the Press.’ These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, March 25, 2024. Suspects in Russia concert hall… -
Total solar eclipse means big business for US with Indy racing to be top spot
Indianapolis, Indiana, is known for many things: the Indy 500, being the birthplace of actor Brendan Fraser and talk show host David Letterman, and the home of the Peyton Manning-led Super Bowl XVI champion Colts. But now the town whose nicknames include Circle City and the Crossroads of America is seeking a new title: the… -
New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez won’t seek reelection as Democrat
U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez will not seek reelection this year in New Jersey’s Democratic primary but is keeping the door open to an independent run, announced his office following a 14-count federal bribery indictment. Menendez posted a nine-minute video to social media on Thursday, March 21. “I will not file for the Democratic primary this June,” he… -
Department of Justice sues Campbell Soup for pollution in Ohio
The U.S. government has filed a lawsuit against The Campbell Soup Company, accusing the company of polluting a river that flows into Lake Erie. According to the Justice Department, Campbell has been violating pollution limits at its northwestern Ohio plant since 2018. The lawsuit was filed just hours after two environmental groups brought similar suits against… -
Blinken arrives in Israel for tense talks on Gaza
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel amid growing tension between the two countries, and the Justice Department is suing Campbell’s, one of several suits filed against the soup company. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, March 22, 2024. Blinken arrives in Israel to discuss Rafah, cease-fire talks U.S.…