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Virginia Democrats defend Spanberger’s handling of Jones text scandal
Virginia Democrats are defending gubernatorial nominee Abigail Spanberger’s handling of a text scandal that has rocked the commonwealth less than a month out from the elections. Over the weekend, the governor’s race was roiled by news that Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones had sent text messages expressing violence toward former Virginia House Speaker Todd…
Read MoreLegendary actress Diane Keaton dies at age 79
(KTLA) — Oscar-winning actress Diane Keaton, whose career spanned more than five decades and included iconic roles in “The Godfather,” “Annie Hall” and “Father of the Bride,” has died in California at age 79, according to reports. A family spokesperson confirmed her death to People and said loved ones have asked for privacy. Further details…
Read MoreAppeals court restores Trump’s control over National Guard in Illinois, but blocks deployment
A federal appeals court on Saturday partially restored President Trump’s control of the National Guard in Chicago and across Illinois, but prevented him from being able to actually deploy servicemembers in the Prairie State. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 7th Circuit granted the Trump administration’s request for an administrative stay in part, meaning…
Read MoreTariff revenues should be invested in workers, not balance sheets
Over the past nine months, the Trump administration has imposed sweeping new tariffs on imports from most of the world. This includes key products, such as steel and aluminum. Starting next month, more tariffs are promised on semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, furniture, and other products. These measures have frayed our alliances, disrupted supply chains, and increased costs…
Read MoreNo survivors expected after deadly Tennessee explosion: What to know
A total of 18 people are missing after a military explosives manufacturing plant in Tennessee exploded on Friday. Police said no survivors have been recovered, and they are still investigating the incident’s cause and haven’t ruled out foul play. Humphreys County Sheriff Chris Davis said there were no survivors, according to the Associated Press. “At…
Read MoreTrump directs Hegseth to use ‘all available funds’ to pay military workers amid shutdown
President Trump on Saturday directed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to use all of the department’s “available funds” to go toward paying military servicemembers during the government shutdown. Throwing blame toward congressional Democrats and naming Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), Trump said that troops will not receive their upcoming paychecks. Servicemembers are scheduled to receive…
Read MoreLive updates: Trump directs Pentagon to pay military amid shutdown; thousands face federal layoffs
President Trump on Saturday instructed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to use available federal funds to pay military servicemembers as an Oct. 15 pay day approaches amid the government shutdown. “We have identified funds to do this, and Secretary Hegseth will use them to PAY OUR TROOPS,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. “I will not allow…
Read MoreSmithsonian museums and National Zoo set to close as shutdown takes its toll
Panda Bao Li eats bamboo at the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, D.C., on Jan. 28. The zoo, as well as other Smithsonian facilities, will be closed beginning on Oct. 12 as the government shutdown continues. Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Kayla Bartkowski/Getty Images As the government shutdown drags on, Smithsonian museums, the…
Read MoreThe ostrich approach to data won’t solve US hunger
Business titan and former New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg popularized the phrase: “If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.” That phrase applies to every major institution in American society, including corporations, government agencies and nonprofit organizations. We all need clear, verifiable data to make informed determinations about what’s working and what’s not, guiding…
Read MoreJohnson says Democrats are to blame for looming lapse in military pay
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Saturday cast blame on Democrats for a looming lapse in military pay as the shutdown impasse persists, pointing to seven failed votes in the Senate to pass his stopgap funding bill. “HR 5371 (the Continuing Resolution) is the bill to pay our troops,” he wrote on social platform X.…
Read MoreAnalyzing Dominion Voting Systems sale to firm run by ex-Republican elections official
Dominion Voting Systems has been sold to Liberty Vote. Dominion was at the center of fraudulent vote rigging claims by President Trump and his allies during the 2020 election. Source link
Read MoreGeorgia politics and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s stance on the shutdown
NPR’s Scott Simon speaks to reporter Greg Bluestein about Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who says her party needs to end the government shutdown and work with Democrats on health care. Source link
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