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GOP presidential candidates blame Biden’s deal with Iran for Israel attacks
Republican presidential candidates on the campaign trail criticized President Biden following the attacks on Israel. On Sunday, Oct. 8, Israel declared war after Hamas, an Islamic militant group, initiated the most significant attack on Israel in decades. The death toll is still growing, with some outlets reporting the number of deaths has reached 1,000. Meanwhile,… -
More UAW members to strike as union rejects deal from Mack Trucks
More United Auto Workers members began striking on Monday, Oct. 9, as union members voted down a tentative agreement with Mack Trucks. In a statement, Mack, owned by Volvo, called the union’s move unnecessary. “We’re surprised and disappointed that the UAW has chosen to strike, which we feel is unnecessary,” the statement read. “The company… -
Israel declares ‘full siege’ on Gaza after Hamas attack: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 9, 2023
The death toll tops 1,000 after Hamas’ surprise attack and Israel’s response. And more auto workers are set to go on strike, but this time against Mack Trucks – these stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Oct. 9, 2023. Israel retaliates after surprise attack by Hamas Hamas militants staged a surprise attack on Saturday, Oct.… -
Biden admin to resume deportation of Venezuelan migrants
The Biden administration announced it is resuming deportations of Venezuelan migrants in an effort to crack down on illegal border crossings. This move comes as Venezuelan migrants flood the U.S.-Mexico border, fleeing their economically depressed country. Venezuela’s situation has driven hundred of thousands of migrants to take the dangerous journey to the U.S.-Mexico border in… -
Trump backs Rep. Jim Jordan for House speaker
Former President Donald Trump endorsed Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, for House speaker by way of a Truth Social post on Thursday, Oct. 5. The speaker role recently became available after a vote to oust Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., was taken earlier in the week, an initiative spearheaded by Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla. In his post, Trump… -
US fighter jet shoots down Turkish drone: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 6, 2023
The U.S. military shot down an aircraft belonging to a NATO ally in an act of self-defense. And we take a few steps in learning more about the history of humans in America. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Oct. 6, 2023. U.S. fighter jet shoots down Turkish drone in Syria A… -
Biden’s dog removed from the White House after biting staffers
President Joe Biden’s dog, Commander, is no longer at the White House after biting a staffer, according to a spokesperson. Commander, a 2-year-old German shepherd, has had at least 10 run-ins with members of the U.S. Secret Service, most recently on Sept. 25. According to a USSS spokesperson, Commander bit a Secret Service officer who… -
Biden admin waives laws to allow border wall construction: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 5, 2023
The Biden administration is waiving 26 federal laws to allow the construction of a border wall. And a four-legged member of the first family is removed from the White House – these stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023. Biden Administration waives federal laws for border wall construction The Biden… -
Michael Jordan becomes first pro athlete to make Forbes 400
Michael Jordan, an NBA superstar best known for smashing records and winning championships, has just broken another, this time off the court. Jordan, 60, has become the first professional athlete to earn a place in the Forbes 400, with a net worth of $3 billion, according to Forbes. The hall of famer, showcasing his success… -
Army to bolster recruiting efforts after down years
The Army is focused on recruiting young people who have earned more than just a high school diploma, hoping to reverse the yearslong deficiency of enlisted recruits. Last year, the Army fell 15,000 enlisted recruits short of its goal of 60,000. Over the next 90 days, the Army will begin implementing some of the changes… -
What’s next for House after McCarthy ousted as speaker: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 4, 2023
What’s next for the House now that Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif., has been voted out as speaker? A shooting on a college campus leaves several injured as the suspect remains on the loose – these stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. McCarthy voted out as speaker in historic vote For… -
FEMA announces emergency alert to be sent to all US phones
The Federal Emergency Management Agency announced it will send alerts to all phones, radios, and TVs in the U.S. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, to test its emergency alert system. The testing of the wireless emergency alert systems will begin around 2:20 p.m. EST, according to a release by the agency. “The purpose of the Oct.… -
House Dem. Henry Cuellar carjacked near the Capitol
Congressman Henry Cuellar, D-Texas, was carjacked a mile from the Capitol on Monday, Oct. 2, according to a release by his chief of staff, Jacob Hochberg. The release said Cuellar was parking his car in the Navy Yard neighborhood around 9:30 p.m. when a small group of armed robbers approached him. “As Congressman Cuellar was…
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