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Hunter Biden seeks to dismiss tax charges: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 21, 2024
Attorneys for Hunter Biden seek to have his tax charges dismissed, saying he was selectively targeted by prosecutors. And heading to the airport? Changes at American Airlines may have you rethinking your checked bags. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024. Hunter Biden seeks to dismiss tax charges, says… -
Michigan asks residents to help house, settle migrants
Michigan is encouraging residents to welcome migrants into their homes to help integrate them into society. Michigan, like many other states, is experiencing an influx of migrants traveling north from the southern border as they await asylum claims. Shelters in Detroit are over capacity, leading to migrant transfers, which send migrants to hotels or other… -
Navalny widow’s X account suspended after video; company calls it an error
Less than 24 hours after creating an X account and posting a video on the platform, Yulia Navalnaya — the widow of Alexei Navalny — had her social media account temporarily suspended. X said the suspension was done in error. Yulia’s video message went viral, garnering more than 5 million views on the platform. The… -
US proposes temporary cease-fire in United Nations draft resolution, rejects Algeria’s proposal
The United States has put forward a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council, calling for a temporary cease-fire in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. The proposal specifically calls for halting a major Israeli ground offensive in the town of Rafah. Details of the draft, labeled US Draft UN Resolution 2-20, reveal… -
Report: Abraham Lincoln pardoned President Biden’s great-great-grandfather
In a story that has waited 160 years to be told, a new report details a link between President Joe Biden and former President Abraham Lincoln. According to a Washington Post report, Lincoln pardoned a Union Army civilian employee by the name of Moses J. Robinette, President Biden’s great-great-grandfather. Monday’s, Feb. 19 Post report by… -
Widow of former Haiti president charged in his killing
The widow of the former president of Haiti has been charged in connection with his murder. Jovenel Moïse was shot dead in July of 2021 when armed suspects broke into his bedroom — killing him and injuring his wife, Martine Moïse. But now a judge says Martine was an accomplice in the killing. She is… -
Capital One to acquire Discover in $35 billion deal
In a significant move that will likely reshape the landscape of the U.S. banking and credit card industries, Capital One Financial has announced plans to acquire Discover Financial for $35.3 billion. This transaction will merge two of the nation’s premier lenders and credit card issuers, creating the sixth-largest bank in the United States. “Our acquisition… -
Widow of Alexei Navalny vows to continue his fight against Putin: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 20, 2024
The widow of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny speaks out against Vladimir Putin following the death of her husband. And Capital One says it’s planning to acquire Discover for $35 billion. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Widow of Alexei Navalny vows to continue his fight against Putin… -
Pro-Trump truckers vow to boycott NYC after fraud ruling
A group of truckers who support former President Donald Trump said they are boycotting New York City. The boycott is in response to a court ruling in which a New York judge ordered Trump to pay $355 million. Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Arthur Engoron also restricted the former president from doing business in New York… -
Tractors take over downtown Prague as farmer protests continue in Europe
Farmers in tractors took to the streets of downtown Prague on Monday, Feb. 19, to protest rising energy prices and stringent climate change regulations. Hundreds of Czech farmers drove their tractors into town, blocking some lanes of traffic in the process. One farmer who talked to Reuters said he came out to signal his disapproval… -
LA City Council approves millions to clean abandoned, graffitied skyscrapers
Abandoned skyscrapers in downtown Los Angeles have become a canvas to graffiti artists. Windows of a 30-story abandoned building have been spray painted as the latest LA tourist attraction is proving to be problematic for the city and law enforcement. City Mayor Karen Bass has called the site a hazard and safety concern. “I guarantee… -
2 police officers and paramedic killed in Burnsville, Minnesota shooting
Authorities in Burnsville, Minnesota, announced they will release more details in the coming days regarding the fatal shooting that claimed the lives of two police officers and a paramedic early Sunday, Feb 19. Officers Paul Emstrand and Matthew Ruge, both 27, along with 40-year-old Adam Finseth, a firefighter and paramedic, were killed in the line… -
Daytona 500 rescheduled for historic Monday doubleheader after rain delay
Heavy rain in Florida has led to the postponement of NASCAR‘s 66th annual Daytona 500, originally scheduled for Sunday, Feb 18. This marks the first full-day postponement of the event since 2012, shifting gears from its original plans and setting the stage for a historic Monday at Daytona International Speedway. For the first time, fans…
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