Key Takeaways
• Votes were counted late Saturday after polling ended.
• President Alassane Ouattara seeks a fourth term.
• Key rivals were barred from the contest.
• Tension grew as citizens awaited...
Presidential Evaluation
Recent reports suggest President Biden is considering whether to continue his re-election campaign against former President Trump in what is termed as his most significant showdown with the Democrats since the recent debate. The speculation stems from two reports which mention that Biden may withdraw if he fails...
Key Takeaways:
- $1.7 billion investment to support American auto workers and modernize facilities.
- Funds to convert 11 facilities in 8 states for electric vehicle production.
- Expected to save 15,000 jobs and create nearly 3,000 new, mostly union jobs.
- Part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda and the Inflation...
Key Takeaways:
- House to vote on impeachment resolutions against Justices Thomas and Alito.
- Allegations include failure to disclose financial information and refusal to recuse from certain cases.
- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leads the impeachment effort.
- Resolutions spotlight ethical breaches and potential corruption in the Supreme Court.
- Even if resolutions fail,...
Key Takeaways:
- Nancy Pelosi claims the New York Times misrepresented her words about President Biden.
- Pelosi emphasized President Biden’s strengths and encouraged unity among Democrats.
- Pelosi never suggested that Biden should reconsider running.
- The Times article’s headline is seen as misleading.
- Context shows Pelosi’s strategic support for Biden, urging...
Key Takeaways:
- A Navy sailor attempted to access President Biden’s medical records.
- The sailor made three unsuccessful attempts on February 23.
- The individual is a junior enlisted sailor based at Fort Belvoir, Virginia.
- The sailor was disciplined but did not face harsh penalties due to the unsuccessful attempts.
- This...
Key Takeaways:
- DOJ seizes two domain names and searches 968 social media accounts.
- Russian disinformation efforts use AI-enhanced bots to spread false info.
- Joint advisory released to help stop future disinformation campaigns.
- X Corp. (formerly Twitter) suspends bot accounts for policy violations.
- U.S. government improves detection of disinformation schemes...
Key Takeaways:
- Rep. Ted Lieu urges Donald Trump to leave the presidential race.
- Lieu references Trump’s connections in the Epstein files.
- The files reveal disturbing ties between Trump and Jeffrey Epstein.
- Media coverage on Trump's Epstein ties is lacking.
Ted Lieu's Bold Statement
Rep. Ted Lieu (D-CA) made significant waves with...
Biden's Performance doesn’t Define his Leadership
Many are trying to question Biden's competence following a poor debate performance. It's crucial to remember that one debate doesn't define a leader's whole capability. Over-preparation often leads to an information overload. This issue may have clouded Biden's recent performance. Yet, calling for Biden's...
Key Takeaways:
- FEMA releases a new rule to increase community resilience against flooding.
- The new Federal Flood Risk Management Standard (FFRMS) uses the best available science.
- The rule applies to FEMA-funded projects including new construction and significant repairs.
- The Biden administration aims to mitigate flood risk and protect communities.
Biden...
Key Takeaways:
- Jill Biden criticizes Trump for his stance on women’s rights.
- She highlights the impact of the Supreme Court’s decision on Roe v. Wade.
- Emphasizes women are not fooled by Trump’s attempt to rebrand himself.
- Points out Trump’s long history of undermining women.
- Asserts women’s decisive role in...
Defying Odds: Mayor Eric Adams and His Impressive Achievements
If I told you about a mayor who accomplished more than what's expected in his first two fiscal years, you might find it hard to believe. Yet, Mayor Eric Adams did just that by reducing unemployment by 20% and crime rates....
In a recent move that shocked many, a US judge has overruled the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) rule that was intended to ban noncompete agreements. The judge pointed out that the FTC doesn't actually have the power or authority to introduce such a rule.
A Sneak Peek into the Ruling
This...
A 40-year-old Legal Principle Overturned
In a ruling that has split America’s Supreme Court ideologically, a long-standing legal principle called Chevron deference was overthrown. This principle allows federal bodies, like government agencies, to interpret statutes that aren't clearly defined. Especially when regulations come into play, it has been the backbone...
Creating a Stronger Economy Post COVID-19
Despite a less than stellar debate performance, President Joe Biden's actions undoubtedly proved his commitment to the American people. His stimulus package during the COVID-19 crisis was the safety net the economy needed. This led to a significant recovery and a resurgence of business...
Beneficiary Brawl with Prudential
In an unexpected twist, a resident of Manhattan received a letter stating that the responsibility for managing Verizon's pensions and benefits had been handed over to financial giant, Prudential. Despite changing his beneficiary information from his ex-wife to his current partner of 24 years, the letter...
Following an unconvincing debate performance against Donald Trump, conversations within the Democratic party are increasingly revolving around potential successors if President Biden were to withdraw from the campaign trail. Right at the top of the most probable candidates list is Vice President Kamala Harris.
Biden's Defiant Stand
Despite the brewing crisis,...
A Look at Political Predictions and the Democrats' Chance at the White House
Why Did Biden’s Performance Spark Criticism?
Critics, including those from the New York Times and Atlanta Journal-Constitution, have suggested that the Democratic Party replace Joe Biden with a younger candidate following his recent debate performance. Predictions have been...
Biden's Struggling Debate Performance
In a recent presidential debate, President Biden didn't exactly shine. In fact, many folks could accuse him of struggling. He faced a storm of false claims from Donald Trump, the former president, but failed to provide a vital response. His performance has left people wondering about...
Rethinking the Consequences of America's Past
The COVID pandemic drastically changed the lives of millions of Americans, myself included. I've lost loved ones and endured the triggering of my own autoimmune disease by the brutal virus. Able leadership during this pandemic was missing, a consequence of which was the death...
Governor Hochul's Climate Stance
As one of the top state leaders, Governor Hochul of New York has consistently positioned herself as a global climate champion. She has had significant conversations with the Pope and various international government officials. The meetings focused on New York’s climate strategies. Within the U.S., she...
