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14 Americans killed in Hamas attack, more taken hostage: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 11, 2023
President Biden denounces Hamas’ attack on Israel and confirms more Americans are among those killed. And we have a report from the Capitol as House Republicans look to decide on a speaker – these stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023. Hamas attack leaves 14 U.S. citizens dead, others taken hostage “An act of… -
Bipartisan lawmakers propose major Ukraine aid package of up to $100 billion
Republican and Democrat lawmakers on Capitol Hill are moving to send more aid to Ukraine — a lot more. Pro-Ukraine senators said the effort would allow the U.S. to send enough resources and support to last the war-torn country through the 2024 U.S. election, and it could cost $50 billion to $100 billion. The new… -
Walgreens pharmacists stage walkout over working conditions
In more labor unrest, employees at Walgreens have begun a three-day walkout, as thousands of autoworkers across the country are already on strike for better pay and benefits. Organizers estimate that hundreds of pharmacists, technicians and support staff walked out on Monday, Oct. 9, in hopes to secure better working conditions. Organizers told The Washington… -
Biden interviewed in special counsel’s classified documents probe
President Joe Biden has been interviewed by special counsel Robert Hur as part of an investigation into his handling of classified documents before he was elected. According to the White House, the interview occurred over two days: Sunday, Oct.8, and Monday, Oct. 9. The voluntary interview was a part of the special counsel’s probe, which… -
Israel continues airstrikes against Hamas in Gaza: The Morning Rundown, Oct. 10, 2023
Israel continues its retaliation on Hamas in Gaza as the White House confirms 11 Americans were killed in the militant group’s surprise attack. And thousands of pharmacy employees walk out of stores across the country citing unsafe working conditions – these stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Oct. 10, 2023. Israel regains control of… -
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.… -
Social media traffic to news outlets collapses as platforms change links
New data shows that America is consuming “headline news.” That means an increasing number of those who see a story on social media will read a headline and caption then keep scrolling instead of clicking into the article. The number of clicks on news links has dropped by around 80% since 2020. On Facebook, traffic… -
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…
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