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Rep. George Santos charged with stealing donors’ identities
Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., is facing 23 new federal charges for allegedly stealing his donor’s identities, among a slew of other charges filed in the Eastern District of New York. On Tuesday, Oct. 10, the U.S. Attorney’s Office said Santos used his donor’s credit cards without authorization, funneling money into his campaign fund and his… -
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… -
Sen. Tuberville’s military promotions hold questioned amid Israel-Hamas war
Congress’ focus is being diverted from budget negotiations to how the U.S. can prepare in case Israel needs more support since declaring war. The concern is whether Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s, R-Ala., hold on military promotions will have any impact, given the U.S. is currently moving its largest naval ship into the region. The deputy commander… -
Israel-Hamas war spikes oil prices, brings uncertainty for US gas pumps
With a war officially underway in the Middle East between Israel and Hamas, many nations are concerned about economic shocks that could reverberate around the globe from the oil-rich region. The conflict between the nations initially sent oil prices soaring, but those prices could fluctuate depending on the war’s direction in the coming days. “Any… -
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…