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Trump’s dictator remarks create media frenzy, overshadow GOP debate
With four republican presidential hopefuls set to take the debate stage Wednesday, Dec. 6, it is former President Donald Trump already stealing the show. After a town hall hosted by Fox News, remarks the former president made when asked if he will become a dictator have sent the media into a frenzy. Moderator Sean Hannity… -
Senate approves hundreds of military promotions as Tuberville drops hold
Hundreds of military promotions pushed through the Senate on Tuesday, Dec. 5, after Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., dropped his months-long blockade. The Senate wasted little time, approving 425 promotions by voice vote just hours after the blockade was lifted. Sen. Tuberville had been blocking the votes in protest of the Pentagon’s abortion policy, which… -
Senate briefing on Ukraine aid becomes heated as Republicans demand border policy change: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 6, 2023
Senate Republicans seeking border changes walk out of a classified briefing on Ukraine aid. And, Panera faces another wrongful death lawsuit over its caffeinated lemonade. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Dec. 6, 2023. Republican senators walk out of classified briefing A classified briefing between senators on Capitol Hill to discuss… -
‘Blinking red lights everywhere’: FBI Director Wray warns of terror threats
FBI Director Christopher Wray testified during a Senate hearing on threats to the U.S. from foreign adversaries, Tuesday, Dec. 5. Wray’s responses gave insight into the state of national security and increasing levels of terror threats. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., asked Wray whether terror threats today are at a level not seen since 9/11. “So,… -
Top economists say no recession likely in 2024 after predicting one for 2023
In a turn of events, top economists have tamped down their predictions of a recession in the U.S. This time last year, a survey of notable business leaders found the majority of respondents believed it was more likely than not that a recession would occur in 2023. So far, those predictions have not come true.… -
White House calls protest at Israeli restaurant in Philadelphia an act of antisemitism
The White House is condemning a protest outside an Israeli-style falafel restaurant in Philadelphia, calling it an act of antisemitism and completely unjustifiable. Dozens of pro-Palestinian demonstrators seeking a cease-fire in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas were recorded on video this past weekend shouting “genocide” outside the restaurant. In a statement released on… -
White House warns U.S. is running out of money for Ukraine aid: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 5, 2023
The White House warns the U.S. is running out of money to aid Ukraine. And, a house explodes in Virginia as police attempt to execute a search warrant. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Dec. 5, 2023. White House warns U.S. is running out of Ukraine aid A letter the White… -
Denver parent sues school to fly ‘heterosexual pride’ flag with other flags
In Denver, an elementary school is facing backlash for displaying LGBTQIA+ pride flags but refusing to include flags representing heterosexual pride. In response, a parent of two children in the school system is suing the school, claiming that the refusal is a violation of free speech. The parent, Nathan Feldman, is taking legal action against… -
Spotify’s latest round of layoffs to cut 1,500 jobs in battle to become profitable
As users share their 2023 Spotify Wrapped to social media, celebrating and boasting how much Taylor Swift they’ve listened to this year, the music streaming company has announced cuts to 17% of its workforce. Despite Spotify reporting its first quarterly profit since 2021, CEO Daniel Ek announced Monday, Dec. 4, that layoffs are coming for… -
Wireless-charging public road in Detroit expands range of EVs
Drivers of electric vehicles in Detroit searching for the next station to charge their car now have another option: the first wireless-charging public road in America. For a few days now, drivers of certain EVs have had the opportunity to charge their cars on the newly paved 14th Street in the Motor City. On Wednesday,… -
US warship responds to attacks on ships in Red Sea, shoots down drones
On Sunday, Dec. 3, three commercial ships with ties to 14 countries were attacked by Yemen’s Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, according to a U.S. Central Command report. Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, reportedly fired ballistic missiles at the three ships over about eight hours. According to U.S. Central Command, the first missile that… -
Israel expanding strikes in Gaza following end of temporary truce: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 4, 2023
With the cease-fire over, Israel says it’s expanding its ground operations to all of Gaza. And plans for the next merger in the airline industry have been announced. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Dec. 4, 2023. Israel expanding operation in Gaza days after cease-fire ends Just days after the temporary… -
DHS secretary signals amnesty could be used to address border crisis
As 2023 comes to a close, Republicans are asking Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to answer for the crisis at the U.S. southern border, which continued to grow worse throughout the year. Bloomberg News recently pressed Mayorkas on that issue, and asked the secretary for a solution to the influx of undocumented immigrants. Mayorkas hinted…
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