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Biden warns Israel is losing world support, says US will aid Ukraine ‘as long as we can’: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 13, 2023
President Biden delivers updates on where the United States stands in its support of Israel and Ukraine. And, Apple is rolling out a new security feature to protect iPhone users from passcode thieves. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Dec. 13, 2023. Biden says Israel is losing support; US will aid… -
ACLU to fight for NRA in Supreme Court free speech case
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), known for advocating for more progressive causes in its efforts to protect individual rights and liberties, is now siding with America’s most well-known gun rights group. The ACLU announced that it is representing the National Rifle Association in its Supreme Court case, which alleges New York’s Department of Financial… -
Why Kate Cox did not qualify for an exception to Texas abortion ban
According to Texas law, an abortion can be performed when a mother’s life is at risk. Kate Cox is now the face of post-Roe controversy after the Texas Supreme Court ruled she did not qualify for an exception. According to the Texas Supreme Court, Cox’s doctors did not prove her own life was in danger.… -
Children sue EPA for ‘intentionally’ allowing greenhouse gas emissions
A group of young people in California ranging in age from eight to 17 years old is suing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The group claims the EPA is discriminating against American children by “intentionally” allowing the release of dangerous greenhouse gasses, which experts say is a major contributor to climate change. The lawsuit states… -
Monopoly maker Hasbro announces 1,100 job cuts, nearly 20% of workforce
The toy company Hasbro has announced it will be laying off nearly 20% of its workforce, a sign of the current sluggish state of toy sales, even during the holiday season. Hasbro, the Rhode Island-based company behind Monopoly, Play-Doh, and Transformers, announced on Monday, Dec. 11, that it will cut about 1,100 jobs; this is… -
SCOTUS to consider special counsel’s request to rule on Trump’s immunity claim
The Supreme Court has agreed to consider a petition from special counsel Jack Smith concerning the federal election interference charges against former President Donald Trump. The special counsel is asking the justices to weigh in on whether or not the former president has immunity from being prosecuted. The United States recognizes that this is an… -
US responds to mayday call after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attack ship in Red Sea: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 12, 2023
The U.S. responds to another attack in the Red Sea by Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthi rebels. And, one toy company announces major cuts to its workforce during the holiday season. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Dec. 12, 2023. Houthi rebels claim responsibility for tanker attack in Red Sea Iran-backed Houthi rebels… -
Air Force members on Jack Teixeira’s unit disciplined, commander relieved
More than a dozen military members have been “disciplined” in connection to Jack Teixeira’s classified intelligence leaks. According to the Air Force inspector general’s inquiry, released to the public on Dec. 11, the colonel in charge of Teixeira’s unit was also “relieved from his position” following the investigation. The Air Force report did not point… -
Texas Supreme Court blocks woman’s abortion, mother’s life ‘not at risk’
The Texas Supreme Court is now temporarily blocking a 31-year-old woman from having an abortion. This development follows a lower court granting an emergency order that allowed her to have the abortion. Kate Cox said her baby has been diagnosed with Trisomy 18, also called Edwards’ syndrome. This genetic condition often ends in miscarriage or… -
Trump says he won’t testify again in civil fraud trial
In an unexpected announcement, former President Donald Trump said he would not be retaking the stand on Monday, Dec. 11, in his own defense in the $250 million civil fraud trial against him and his company in New York. Trump had already taken the stand last month. But as the trial nears its end, Trump… -
Penn president, Magill, resigns after antisemitism testimony
There was more fallout this weekend following the testimony of three university presidents on Capitol Hill last week over the rise of antisemitism on their campuses as the war between Israel and Hamas surpasses two months. On Saturday, Dec. 9, Liz Magill resigned as president of the University of Pennsylvania. Magill, along with Harvard President… -
Ukraine President Zelenskyy to meet with Biden in D.C. as funding efforts flounder: The Morning Rundown, Dec. 11, 2023
With additional funding for Ukraine in limbo, Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to meet with leaders in Washington D.C. And, amid backlash following her testimony on antisemitism on college campuses, Penn’s president resigns. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Dec. 11, 2023. Zelenskyy to meet with Biden in D.C. on Tuesday Ukraine President… -
UPenn, Harvard presidents clarify antisemitism testimony after fallout
Does calling for the genocide of the Jewish people violate school policy? That was one of the questions asked of Ivy League university presidents on Capitol Hill, Tuesday, Dec. 5. Some of the presidents’ answers have led to protests, calls for their removal, and the withdrawal of millions of dollars in donations and funding to…
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