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Today โ€” May 5th 2024Newsmax - Newsfront

What we Learned from Local Votes Ahead of Looming UK General Election

Millions of voters in England cast ballots Thursday in an array of local elections, the last big test before a looming U.K. general election that all indicators suggest will see the Labour Party return to power after 14 years in the wilderness.Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was...

Driver Dies After Crashing into White House Perimeter Gate, Secret Service Says

A driver died after a vehicle crashed into a gate at the White House Saturday night, but the fatal collision is being investigated "only as a traffic crash" and there was no threat to the president's residence, law enforcement authorities said.The male driver, who was not...

King Charles III's Openness About Cancer Has Helped Him Connect with People in Year after Coronation

King Charles III's decision to be open about his cancer diagnosis has helped the new monarch connect with the people of Britain and strengthened the monarchy in the year since his dazzling coronation at Westminster Abbey.Charles has used his illness to highlight the need...

New York Synagogues, Museum Got Fake Bomb Threats, Officials Say

At least three synagogues and a museum in New York received bomb threats on Saturday but none were deemed credible by the New York Police Department, a city official and police said. Manhattan Borough President Mark D. Levine said on X the synagogue bomb threats were "a...

Warren Buffett Says AI May be Better for Scammers than Society. And He's Seen How

Warren Buffett cautioned the tens of thousands of shareholders who packed an arena for his annual meeting that artificial intelligence scams could become "the growth industry of all time."Doubling down on his cautionary words from last year, Buffett told the throngs he...

France's Macron Set to Press China's Xi on Trade, Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron will likely urge China's President Xi Jinping, who arrives in Paris on Sunday for a rare visit, to reduce trade imbalances and to use his influence with Russia over the war in Ukraine. Macron's hopes are unlikely to be easily fulfilled...

Ukraine Marks Its Third Easter at war under Fire from Russian Drones

As Ukraine marked its third Easter at war, Russia launched a barrage of drones concentrated in Ukraine's east where the situation on the front line is worsening. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy urged Ukrainians in an Easter address to be united in prayer and called God an...

Jewish Orgs Boycott Biden Admin Call Over Left-Wing Groups

Several Jewish groups dropped out of a Friday meeting with top Biden Administration officials over its last-minute inclusion of far-left groups to the gathering, The New York Post reports.

Yesterday โ€” May 4th 2024Newsmax - Newsfront

'Star Wars' Mark Hamill Drops By WH to See 'Joe-bi-Wan Kenobi'

"Star Wars" actor Mark Hamill dropped by the White House on Friday for a visit with President Joe Biden and walked away with a pair of the president's aviator sunglasses and a greater respect for the office."

Photo Finish: Mystik Dan Wins 150th Kentucky Derby

Jockey Brian Hernandez Jr. won on Mystik Dan in a photo finish in the 150th running of the Kentucky Derby Saturday.

Kevin Spacey Denies New Allegations in Documentary

Kevin Spacey, the Oscarwinning actor, has denied new allegations of inappropriate behaviour from men who will feature in a documentary on British television that is due to be released next week.In an online interview with journalist Dan Wootton, Spacey said he has never...

US Moves to Reclassify Marijuana; Will More States Legalize It?

As the U.S. government moves toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug, there may be little immediate impact in the dozen states that have not already legalized cannabis for widespread medical or recreational use by adults.

Texas Yearbook Stirs Outrage with 'Palestine' Page Downplaying Attack

A Texas high school yearbook has sparked outrage among the community, particularly its Jewish members, for including a "Times of Palestine" page that notably glosses over the ramifications of a Hamas terror assault on Israel, which claimed the lives of over 1,200...

Russia Puts Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on Its Wanted List

Russia has put Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on its wanted list, Russian state media reported Saturday, citing the interior ministry's database.

Spiral UFO Sparks Questions

A UFO sighted moving in a spiral pattern across the southwestern United States to Scandavia has sparked rumors online it may be out of this world.

Dem Rep. Bowman Hosts Fundraiser With Pro-terrorist Group Leader

A member of the House Democrats' progressive "Squad" is under fire for hosting fundraiser with extremist Muslim leader who praised Oct. 7 terrorist attacks on Israel.

Kellyanne Conway: Adapt to Early Voting or 'Die Politically'

Former Trump adviser Kellyanne Conway says Republicans must adapt to early voting or they will "die politically."

Profit Drops at Buffett's Firm; Thousands Still Want to Hear from Investing Guru

Warren Buffett's company reported a steep drop in earnings Saturday because the paper value of its investments fell and it sold off part of its massive Apple stake, but the tens of thousands of shareholders filling an Omaha arena to hear Buffett answer questions at the...

Trump Campaign Video Hails Patriotic Counter-Protesters

Amid antisemitic and pro-Hamas protests, illegal and at times violent, on college campuses around the U.S., the Trump campaign has issued a video showing the peaceful counter protesters sharing the message of patriotism.

Fmr Trump Aide McMaster Warns of Possible World War III

Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster, who served as national security adviser to President Donald Trump, cautioned in an interview on Thursday that the United States, the United Kingdom, and other nations stand at the brink of World War III, the New York Post reported.

Judge Disbands Biden's DHS Intelligence Group Led by 'Hoaxers'

America First Legal and Ric Grenell have hailed "victory" over the partisan and biased Department of Homeland Security intelligence group led by "Letter of 51" Obama officials and "Russia collusion hoaxers John Brennan and James Clapper."

Hims CEO's Support of College Protesters Sparks Outrage

The founder and CEO of telemedicine company Hims is looking to hire students who are participating in the pro-Palestinian protests that have rocked U.S. college campuses.

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Trump Slams 'Deranged' Special Counsel Over Foul-Up

Republican presumptive nominee Donald Trump seized on a mistake by special counsel Jack Smith's office on Friday, which admitted it mishandled classified documents that Trump stands accused of mishandling.

Harsh Weather Delays Construction of Gaza Aid Pier

The U.S. military said Friday that construction of a $320 million floating pier off the coast of the Gaza Strip was temporarily suspended because of harsh weather.

Republicans Bash Philadelphia DA Over Crime, Policies

House Republicans blasted Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner and his "pro-criminal policies" during a field hearing on Friday in Center City, Pennsylvania.

Harvard Commencement Speaker: Israel Targeting Journalists

The guest speaker for Harvard's commencement ceremony in May is a Nobel Peace Prize winner who has accused Israel's military of intentionally targeting journalists in the Gaza Strip and whose media outlet has voiced opposition to how the Jewish state has conducted its war.

Columbia Head Shafik Bemoans 'Violent Act' of Protesters

Columbia University President Minouche Shafik broke her silence Friday night, releasing a three-minute video about the events that led to police being asked to liberate an administration building that was illegally occupied by anti-Israel protesters.

John Rich Vows Free Concert at 'Rager' for UNC Frat Boys

Country music singer John Rich reiterated Friday that he will play a free concert at a "rager" to honor the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill fraternity brothers who defended the American flag from pro-Palestinian protesters earlier this week.

DOJ Threatens to Sue Iowa if It Acts on Immigration Law

Iowa will face legal consequences if it enforces a recently passed immigration law that prohibits people from being in the state if they were previously denied entry into the United States, the Des Moines Register reported.

Sen. Vance Decries Biden Opening Obamacare to Migrants

Sen. J.D. Vance, R-Ohio, decried the actions of President Joe Biden on Friday, saying he is spending Americans' "hard-earned money" to cover the healthcare costs of illegal migrants.

Fulton County: No Control Over DA Willis' Spending in Trump Case

Leaders of Georgia's Fulton County testified Friday before a special state Senate committee that they had no legal power to control District Attorney Fani Willis' spending or her hiring of former special prosecutor Nathan Wade. The Republican-led committee is probing Willis'...

Education Chief Condemns 'Abhorrent' Campus Antisemitism

Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona sent a letter to college and university presidents on Friday condemning as "abhorrent" the antisemitic incidents being reported by Jewish students on campuses across the country.

RNC, Trump Sue Nev. Over Accepting Mailed Ballots After Election

The Republican National Committee along with the Trump campaign and the Nevada Republican Party are suing Nevada Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar and other state officials to halt the counting of ballots that "are received up to four days after Election Day."

Protesters Offered Enrollment at Tehran, Houthi Universities

Administration officials at several Middle Eastern universities offered enrollment this week to students in the U.S. and Europe who are facing consequences for participating in pro-Palestinian demonstrations, Breitbart reported.

'Rebel Alliance' Instructs Protesters on Campus Escalation

A self-described "rebel alliance" operates a website that reacts in real time to the protests roiling college campuses across the country with analysis and instruction on the benefits of digging in and escalating violence, especially as it pertains to law enforcement.

Morning Consult Poll: 76 Percent Support Police on Campuses

More than three-quarters of Americans believe colleges and universities should call in police to protect students from violence and nearly half say pro-Palestinian demonstrations on campuses should be banned, a new poll showed.

Parents Asking Elite Schools for Refunds Amid Chaos

Parents of students who attend elite U.S. universities have started contacting the schools for refunds amid the pro-Palestinian protests on campus as classes and exams have been canceled amid the chaos, reports the Wall Street Journal.

Dow Gains 450, Nasdaq Soars 2% on Rate Outlook

Wall Street surged to a higher close Friday as a softer-than-expected employment report bolstered the case for rate cuts from the Federal Reserve while also providing evidence of U.S. economic resilience.

Trump Rips Biden Allowing Healthcare for DACA Kids

Former President Donald Trump on Friday released a statement blasting President Joe Biden over his decision to allow federal healthcare to some immigrants who were illegally brought to the United States as children.

Rep. Mace, Historic Citadel Grad, to Give Commencement

Rep. Nancy Mace, R-S.C., will deliver the commencement ceremony address at The Citadel this Saturday, 25 years after becoming the first female cadet to graduate from the military college in South Carolina.

Pelosi Among 19 to Get Presidential Medal of Freedom From Biden

A diverse group of 19 individuals will be honored Friday by President Joe Biden for making โ€œexemplary contributions to the prosperity, values, or security of the United States, world peace, or other significant societal, public or private endeavors.โ€

Hillary Clinton Group Backs Climate Protesters

Onward Together, a progressive group founded by Hillary Clinton after she lost the 2016 election, has transferred at least $500,000 to a climate change hub that finances the organizations behind anti-oil protests, records show.

Chicago Catholic Priest Blesses Same-Sex 'Spouses'

A Roman Catholic priest in Chicago last month blessed a same-sex couple using the term "holy spouses," citing a recent Vatican document authorizing such blessings.

'Made in China:' Sen. Manchin Blasts Biden's EV Policy

West Virginia Sen. Joe Manchin, a Democrat, is ripping the Biden administration's new policy on which electric vehicles are eligible for tax credits, saying they are endorsing "Made in China."

Study: Abortion Linked to Heart Disease in Women

An alarming new study discloses evidence suggesting pregnancy loss - induced, including by abortion, or natural - is linked with an increased risk of cardiovascular diseases.

Fmr Govt Official Charged With Falsely Accusing Colleagues of Jan. 6 Involvement

Federal prosecutors this week charged a former government official with falsely accusing multiple colleagues of participating in the Capitol riot on Jan. 6, 2021, Politico reports.Miguel Zapata was arrested on Thursday in Chantilly, Virginia, and charged with one count of...

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry Fires Back at Mick Jagger

Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry, a Republican, took a playful written jab at Mick Jagger after the Rolling Stones' legendary singer was critical of his policies.

New Biden Campaign Abortion Ads Aimed at Latino Men

Joe Biden will ramp up spending this month as part of a new advertising push aimed partly at convincing Latino men that abortion rights are a vital issue that affects them, the U.S. president's 2024 campaign said on Friday.

Arrests of Israel-Hamas War Protesters Exceed 2,300

Police ordered pro-Palestinian protesters to abandon a tent encampment at New York University early Friday, following weeks of demonstrations and police crackdowns at college campuses nationwide that have resulted in more than 2,300 arrests.

WV Students Granted Injunction After Protesting Trans Athletes

Four West Virginia middle school students who said they were punished after protesting against transgender athletes last month were granted a temporary injunction and will be able to protest at future meets without fear of reprisal, WDTV said.

Border Agent Falsely Accused of Whipping Migrants Receives Award

One of the Border Patrol agents falsely accused of whipping Haitian migrants in Texas nearly three years ago has received a Border Patrol achievement award from the agency for his work on human smuggling cases, the New York Post reports.

Speaker Johnson: Motion to Vacate a 'Dangerous Gambit'

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Friday it would be a "dangerous gambit" for the House to approve Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate against him, and said that Democrats who have said they will not pass the motion to oust him are looking "pragmatically."

Rasmussen Poll: Trump Widens Lead Over Biden

Former President Donald Trump has widened his lead over President Joe Biden during the past month in their expected 2024 election matchup, a new poll shows.

Dem Rep. Cuellar, Wife Indicted Over Ties to Azerbaijan

Democrat Rep. Henry Cuellar of Texas and his wife were indicted on conspiracy and bribery charges Friday in connection with a U.S. Department of Justice probe into ties between American business leaders and the former Soviet republic of Azerbaijan.

Rasmussen Poll: Trump Widens Lead Over Biden

Former President Donald Trump has widened his lead over President Joe Biden during the past month in their expected 2024 election matchup, a new poll shows.

I-95 Traffic Snarled as Workers Remove Scorched Connecticut Overpass

Workers on Friday began removing a bridge over a Connecticut highway that was damaged in a fiery crash involving a gasoline tanker truck - a project expected to keep both sides of Interstate 95 closed through the weekend and extend a traffic nightmare on the major artery...

Bernie Sanders: Israel Support Could Be Biden's Vietnam

Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., appeared on CNN on Thursday to warn President Joe Biden's continued support for Israel during its war with Hamas could be his Vietnam.

GOP Senators Demand Biden Drop Gaza Refugee Plan

Thirty-five Republican senators are demanding President Joe Biden stop considering a plan to welcome Gazan refugees into the U.S.

Newspapers Stand With Detained Journalists

In honor of World Press Freedom Day, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The New York Times are running a joint ad in their newspapers Friday calling attention to journalists detained overseas.

Trump: Judge Making Case 'Salacious as Possible'

Former President Donald Trump, speaking Friday to reporters before entering the Manhattan courtroom where his criminal trial continues, accused Judge Juan Merchan of trying to make the case against him as "salacious as possible" by "allowing testimony that has nothing to do with the case."

Biden Admin Taps New Playmaker on Border Issues

The Biden administration reportedly is bringing in a new point guard on border issues to the White House.

Biden Admin Taps New Playmaker on Border Issues

The Biden administration reportedly is bringing in a new point guard on border issues to the White House.

NYPD Officer Accidentally Fired Gun During Columbia Raid

During the raid to clear anti-Israel protesters from Columbia University's Hamilton Hall, an NYPD officer accidentally fired his gun, police sources told the New York Post.

Hiring Slows to 175K in April; Unemployment at 3.9%

U.S. job growth slowed more than expected in April and annual wage gains cooled, but it is probably too early to expect that the Federal Reserve will start cutting interest rates before September as the labor market remains fairly tight.

Rush to AI Fraught With Pitfalls of Humans

The rush to embrace and incorporate artificial intelligence seems to be all the rage.

Ukraine's Energy Plants Seek Air Defenses

At a Ukrainian power plant repeatedly hit by Russian aerial attacks, equipment department chief Oleh has a oneword answer when asked what Ukraine's battered energy industry needs most: "Patriot."

Parents Protesting Colleges' Reactions to Campus Tensions

College students' parents are protesting schools' reactions to mass demonstrations on their campuses, and are demanding that more be done to keep their young adults safe, in class, and learning.

Sen. Cotton: No Student Loan Bailouts for Convicted Campus Protesters

Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., has introduced a bill that would prevent any pro-Hamas protesters convicted of a crime stemming from their on-campus protests from having their student loans forgiven.

Northwestern Univ. Faces Federal Complaint Over Deal With Anti-Israel Agitators

Northwestern University was slapped with a civil rights complaint over its concessionary plan to offer five scholarships to Palestinian students that a nonprofit legal organization contends is discriminatory to the rest of the school's student body.

Orangutan Healed His Wound With Medicinal Plant

Primates are capable of tending to wounds using medicinal plants, a new case report says. A male Sumatran orangutan treated a facial wound with a climbing plant known to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties, researchers say in the journal Scientific...

Yellen: Threats to Democracy Risk US Economic Growth

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is arguing that a fractured democracy can have destructive effects on the economy - an indirect jab at Donald Trump.

Kremlin Critics: Russia Is Targeting Its Foes Abroad

Since President Vladimir Putin launched his invasion of Ukraine, attacks and harassment of Russians, prominent or not, have been blamed on Moscow's intelligence operatives across Europe and elsewhere.

Biden to Let 100,000 Migrants Enroll in Obamacare

Roughly 100,000 immigrants who were brought to the U.S. as children are expected to enroll in the Affordable Care Act's health insurance next year under a new directive the Biden administration released Friday.

Apple Unveils Record $110B Buyback, Stock Jumps 5.8%

Apple's quarterly results and forecast beat modest expectations on Thursday, as the iPhone maker unveiled a record share buyback program, the biggest in the company's history, sending its stock up 5.8% in premarket trade Friday.

Where Is S.I. Hayakawa Now That Universities Really Need Him?

The outbreak of student protests - and resulting violence, in some cases - over the conflict between Israel and Hamas has provoked numerous reminiscences of and comparisons to the anti-Vietnam protests that rocked the campuses of 1968.

Fmr PM Boris Johnson Barred From Voting by His Own Law

Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson was turned away from voting on Thursday after forgetting to bring a photo ID, a stipulation from a law that he introduced in 2022.

Governors: Don't Move Air National Guard to Space Force

All but two governors signed a letter opposing the Pentagon's plan to unilaterally move some Air National Guard units into the U.S. Space Force, saying it "undermines over 100 years of precedent."

Taiwan: 14 Chinese Military Jets Crossed Strait's Median

Taiwan's defense ministry said Friday that it detected 14 Chinese military aircraft crossing the Taiwan Strait's median line in the past 24 hours.

Ark. Gov. Orders State to Defy Biden Revisions to Title IX

Republican Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders is following the lead taken by other red states in directing her government to defy changes to Title IX made by the Biden administration regarding transgender students.

Sen. Graham: FBI Took Phone After Potential Hack

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Wednesday said the FBI took his phone after someone attempted to trick him into thinking a text message came from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.

Manta Ray: US Navy's New Underwater Drone Triumphs in Trials

The U.S. Navy has successfully trialed a cutting-edge, self-driving submarine drone, dubbed the "Manta Ray," which can hibernate on the ocean floor for extended periods without refueling, reported the New York Post.

Schumer to Join Johnson in Inviting Netanyahu to Address Congress

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., has opted to join forces with House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress amid lingering tensions over the Middle East conflict, reported The Hill.

Sen. Graham: FBI Took Phone After Potential Hack

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Wednesday said the FBI took his phone after someone attempted to trick him into thinking a text message came from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y.

Texas AG Paxton Warns Austin Over Not Enforcing Trans Law

Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton threatened the city of Austin on Thursday his office will consider "every possible response" if the city does not properly enforce a state law that prohibits hormone treatments for transgender minors.

Report: Senators Met With ICC Over Israeli Arrest Warrants

A bipartisan group of senators spoke with senior officials at the International Criminal Court over the latter's consideration of bringing arrest warrants against Israeli leaders, Axios reported Thursday.

Arizona Democratic Gov Signs Bill to Repeal 1864 Abortion Law

Democratic Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has relegated a Civil War-era ban on most abortions to the past by signing a repeal bill Thursday. Hobbs says the move is just the beginning of a fight to protect reproductive health care in Arizona. But the repeal may not take effect ...

Pence Mentioned in Trump Motion to Dismiss Docs Case

Former President Donald Trump is facing a selective and vindictive prosecution in his classified documents case because the likes of his former VP Mike Pence, President Joe Biden, Hillary and Bill Clinton have faced no criminal charges in similar instances.

Manta Ray: US Navy's New Underwater Drone Triumphs in Trials

The U.S. Navy has successfully trialed a cutting-edge, self-driving submarine drone, dubbed the "Manta Ray," which can hibernate on the ocean floor for extended periods without refueling, reported the New York Post.

NAACP Partners With Lyft to Drive Traffic to the Polls

The NAACP is teaming up with ride-sharing company Lyft to help drive traffic to the polls in November.

Captain Gets 4 Years for Criminal Negligence in Fiery Deaths of 34 on Scuba Boat

A federal judge on Thursday sentenced a scuba dive boat captain to four years in custody and three years supervised release for criminal negligence after 34 people died in a fire aboard the vessel.The Sept. 2, 2019, blaze was the deadliest maritime disaster in recent U.S....

Trump May Announce VP Pick Just Before GOP Convention

Former President Donald Trump this week said he will likely announce his choice of running mate "not too much before" the Republican National Convention in July.

Ariz. Dems Slammed for Drag Story Hour at Capitol

Arizona state Democrats ignited a firestorm of criticism as they hosted a Drag Story Hour reading on Tuesday at the Capitol, an event in collaboration with Planned Parenthood, drawing a sharp rebuke from Republican counterparts.

US Intel Chief Warns of Sharp Increase in Cyberattacks

The U.S. intelligence chief on Thursday warned Congress of a sharp increase in cyberattacks, telling lawmakers the threats remain one of the most serious international threats U.S. officials face.

Biden Campaign: Bill to Outlaw Abortion Pills Trump's Fault

President Joe Biden's reelection campaign reportedly pounced on former President Donald Trump for a proposed Louisiana bill that would criminalize possession of the abortion pills mifepristone and misoprostol.

Illegal Arrested With Suspected ISIS Ties Was in US 2 Years

A suspected Islamic State terrorist living in Baltimore who was recently arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement had been in the U.S. for two years after being caught crossing the southern border and then released.

Sen. Menendez Defense: 'Trauma' Behind Gold, Cash Stash

The defense team for Sen. Bob Menendez wants to call a psychiatrist to testify that the New Jersey Democrat is suffering from "generational trauma" and it's that condition, not bribery, that led to him having 13 gold bars and $480,000 at his home.

N.Y. AG Letitia James Sued by Anti-Abortion Groups

A coalition of anti-abortion groups filed a lawsuit on Tuesday against New York Attorney General Letitia James on the grounds she attempted to prevent Christian pregnancy centers from promoting an "abortion pill reversal" drug.

Rasmussen Poll: Many Voters Say Second Civil War Likely

About 4 in 10 likely U.S. voters think that the United States could experience a second civil war at some point in the next five years, according to a new poll from Rasmussen Reports.

Maryland Officials Release Timeline, Cost Estimate, for Rebuilding Bridge

Maryland plans to rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge in just over four years at an estimated cost between $1.7 billion and $1.9 billion, a state transportation official said Thursday.As salvage efforts continue, authorities also announced late Wednesday they had recovered...

Stocks Rally, Dow Up 322, as Fed Signals Dovish Bias

U.S. stocks rallied Thursday as investors weighed the Federal Reserve's more dovish-than-expected interest rate guidance on Wednesday against a plethora of mixed earnings and economic data.

Mistrial Declared in Lawsuit Filed by Fmr Abu Ghraib Prisoners

A judge declared a mistrial Thursday after a jury said it was deadlocked and could not reach a verdict in the trial of a military contractor accused of contributing to the abuse of detainees at the Abu Ghraib Prison in Iraq two decades ago.

IRS to Address Nearly 5X More Audits of Black Taxpayers

The IRS said Thursday that it has taken steps to address a wide disparity in audit rates between Black taxpayers and others filers, and is more closely examining the returns of larger numbers of wealthy people and major companies.

Michigan Poll: Trump Holding 15-Point Lead Over Biden

An April Kaplan Strategies poll has former President Donald Trump with a big lead over President Joe Biden in Michigan.

Second Boeing Whistleblower Dies in Two Months

A Boeing whistleblower has died due to a surprise infection, according to his family, just two months after another Boeing whistleblower died in an apparent suicide, The Seattle Times reports.

McDonald's to Sell Supersized Burgers

McDonald's plans to step up deals and value messaging to combat slowing sales. It is also planning to roll out a larger burgers, first testing them in select U.S. markets.

Biden: Japan, India 'Xenophobic' Nations That Don't Welcome Migrants

President Joe Biden has called Japan and India "xenophobic" countries that do not welcome immigrants, lumping the two with adversaries China and Russia as he tried to explain their economic circumstances and contrasted the four with the U.S. on immigration.

Conservative Group Fights WH Student Loan Push

Heritage Action, the advocacy arm of the conservative Heritage Foundation think tank, has launched a campaign seeking comments on President Joe Biden's attempt to cancel student loans.

Sen. Joni Ernst Presses Biden to Halt Gazan Refugee Proposal

Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa., sent a letter to President Joe Biden on Wednesday demanding his administration halt their proposed plan to accept Gazan refuges into the United States.

GOP Lawmakers Introducing Bill Aimed at Fauci

House Republicans are reportedly ready to introduce a bill prohibiting past health officials from profiting off medical research - a move aimed directly at former National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases head Anthony Fauci.

Sen. Barrasso Demands Dismissal of University Leaders

Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyo., called for the dismissal of college administrators over their handling of the pro-Palestine protests on campuses nationwide, many of which have resulted in arrests and violent clashes with police.

TikTok, Universal End Feud With Music Licensing Deal

TikTok and Universal announced a new licensing agreement Thursday, ending a months-long dispute that saw popular music expunged from the social media platform.

Biden Says 'Order Must Prevail' During Campus Protests

President Joe Biden on Thursday defended the right to protest but insisted that "order must prevail"ย as college campuses across the country face unrest over the war in Gaza.

Education Secretary Cardona Says Title IX Is Not Just for Women

At a Senate subcommittee hearing Tuesday, Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said new Title IX regulations were meant to protect all students who have been historically marginalized.

South Dakota Gov. Noem's Puppy Story 'Damages Her Nationally'

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem may have killed her shot at becoming Donald Trump's running mate after she admitted in a forthcoming book that she shot and killed her "untrainable" 14-month-old German wirehaired pointer, Cricket, political strategists say.

Trump Vows '24 Election Challenge If Fraud Is Evident

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump said Wednesday he would accept the 2024 general election results "if everything's honest" but vowed to "fight" if it is not.

Trump Demands Judge Merchan Remove 'Unconstitutional' Gag Order

Former President Donald Trump, in a post early Thursday before his trial in Manhattan was to resume, slammed trial Judge Juan Merchan over the gag order the judge fined him over earlier this week. In his Truth Social post, Trump called Merchant "corrupt and highly...

Documents: Biden's 44% Capital Gains Tax Is Race Based

President Joe Biden's $7.3 trillion 2025 budget proposal, which would raise the capital gains tax to 44.6% and $5.5 trillion in taxes over the next decade, is aimed squarely at reducing racial wealth inequality, the Treasury Department says.

13 Dems Join House GOP to Rebuke Biden on Immigration

Thirteen House Democrats joined with all Republicans to vote in favor of a resolution denouncing the Biden administration's immigration policies.

Outside Groups Linked to College Student Demonstrations

Rapid media reports that attempt to discredit any suggestion there is any coordination between protesters, some violent, on college campuses across the country.

Arizona Dem Gov. Hobbs Set to Sign Repeal of 1864 Abortion Restriction Law

Arizona is waving goodbye to a Civil War-era restriction on nearly all abortions as a repeal bill reaches the desk of Democrat Gov. Katie Hobbs.

Tehran Professor: Anti-Israel Protesters 'Our People'

Anti-Israel protesters who have invaded U.S. college campuses in recent weeks would support Iran in a conflict against America, according to a University of Tehran professor.

Commission Defends Debate Schedule: First Date Chosen 'Purposefully'

The Commission on Presidential Debates rejected complaints from the Trump campaign about the upcoming presidential debate schedule, saying that the first debate will remain on Sept. 16."

USDA: Ground Beef Tests Negative for Bird Flu Virus

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said on Wednesday that all the ground beef samples sent to the National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) for PCR testing were negative for the H5N1 bird flu virus. USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) collected 30...

Police Move in to Dismantle Anti-Israel Protest at UCLA

Hundreds of helmeted police stormed a central plaza of the University of California at Los Angeles early Thursday to dismantle a pro-Palestinian protest camp attacked the previous night by pro-Israel activists.The predawn police crackdown at UCLA marked the latest...

US Accuses Russia of Chemical Weapons Use in Ukraine

The United States on Wednesday accused Russia of violating the international chemical weapons ban by deploying the choking agent chloropicrin against Ukrainian troops and using riot control agents "as a method of warfare" in Ukraine.

Duane Eddy, Twangy Guitar Hero, Dead at Age 86

Duane Eddy, a pioneering guitar hero whose reverberating electric sound on instrumentals such as "Rebel Rouser" and "Peter Gunn" helped put the twang in early rock 'n' roll and influenced George Harrison, Bruce Springsteen and countless other musicians, has died at age...

NYU: Over Half Arrested for Anti-Israel Protests Not Tied to School

Less than half of the pro-Palestine protesters arrested at New York University last week after refusing to vacate the campus were members of the academic institution, the university said on Wednesday.

US Urges China, Russia to Declare Only Humans, Not AI, Control Nuclear Weapons

A senior U.S. official Thursday urged China and Russia to match declarations by the United States and others that only humans, and never artificial intelligence, would make decisions on deploying nuclear weapons.

Rep. Gaetz: Antisemitism Bill 'Ridiculous Hate Speech'

Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., derided a House measure titled the "Antisemitism Awareness Act" as a "ridiculous hate speech bill" as lawmakers prepared to vote on Wednesday, The Hill reported.

Columbia University Goes Remote for Remainder of Year

On Wednesday, Columbia University made the decision to make all classes and final exams remote due to concerns over "an evolving campus environment," the university announced.

Biden to Visit Slain Officers' Families in North Carolina

President Joe Biden will travel to Charlotte, North Carolina, on Thursday to meet with the families of four law enforcement officers slain earlier this week, reported The Hill.

Speaker Johnson Hopes to Lead GOP Next Congress

Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said that despite multiple efforts to vacate him from his post, he wants to remain leader of the Republican Party in Congress next session.

Rep. Boebert: 'Makes No Difference' Who Speaker Is

Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., said "it makes no difference" whether House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., or House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., is speaker in light of the failure of Republicans to stall the Democrats' agenda.

RFK Jr. Urges Biden Exit, Claims Stronger Trump Challenge

Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a bold assertion on Wednesday, suggesting that President Joe Biden should withdraw from the race to prevent former President Donald Trump from reclaiming the White House, Politico reported.

Rep. Wesley Hunt's Bill Ensures Lifelong Presidential Protection

Following a Democrat proposed bill that aims to take away protection from former President Donald Trump if he is convicted of a felony and incarcerated, Rep. Wesley Hunt, plans to introduce a bill to permanently guarantee Secret Service protection to all former presidents.

Police Shot, Killed Armed Student Outside Wisconsin School

Police shot and killed a Wisconsin student outside a middle school after receiving a report of someone with a weapon, the state's attorney general said in the first law enforcement briefing on an incident that sent children fleeing amid gunfire.

Trump: 'Take the Radicalism Out From the Democrats' on Abortion

Treading into a topic Democrats use as an election weapon against conservatives, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump boldly warned pro-life conservatives seeking to restrict abortion you have to win elections to save the babies' lives.

Over $160k Raised for Frat House That Protected Flag at UNC

A GoFundMe page for the fraternity house that defended the American flag during pro-Palestinian protests has raised over 160k in one day.

Pentagon Leaker Jack Teixeira to Face Military Justice Proceeding

Massachusetts Air National Guard member Jack Teixeira, who pleaded guilty to federal criminal charges for leaking highly classified military documents about the war in Ukraine and other national security secrets, will face a military justice proceeding later this month,...

Trans Athlete to Compete in Women's Water Polo Club Nationals

A 31-year-old transgender woman reportedly is set to compete for the second time in the national collegiate women's water polo club championships that begin Friday at Texas A&M University.

Rep. Omar Faces GOP Censure for 'Pro-Genocide' Comment

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., is facing backlash for calling some Jewish students at Columbia University "pro-genocide" including a GOP-led motion to censure her, reports Axios.

RFK Jr. Running Mate Blames US for Deaths in Ukraine, Gaza

Nicole Shanahan, the running mate of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., asserted Wednesday the U.S. bears responsibility for casualties in the Gaza Strip and Ukraine.

BlackRock Backed China Companies Linked to Nuclear Arms

BlackRock, the world's largest asset manager, has invested in Chinese companies working on the communist nation's nuclear weapons buildup, according to a report by the Coalition for A Prosperous America (CPA).

US Appeals Court Says Kids' Climate Lawsuit Must Be Dismissed

A U.S. appeals court on Wednesday said a lawsuit filed by 21 young people claiming the U.S. government's energy policies violate their rights to be protected from climate change must be dismissed, this time for good.A three-judge panel of the San Francisco-based 9th U.S....

NYPD Arrests Close to 300 Pro-Palestinian Protesters

Following a full crackdown on the protests plaguing some New York college campuses, the New York Police Department confirmed Wednesday that they had made almost 300 arrests.

Trump in Wisconsin: Will Turn Biden Economic Bust to Boom

Former President Donald Trump focused on the economic failures of the Biden administration during his campaign stop in Waukesha, Wisconsin, on Wednesday.

S&P Ends Lower on Fed Rate Decision, Powell Remarks

U.S. stocks closed mixed Wednesday after the Federal Reserve left its key interest rate unchanged, as expected, but indicated that its next move will probably be to cut rates.

Arizona Lawmakers Vote to Undo Near-Total Abortion Ban From 1864

The Arizona Legislature approved a repeal of a long-dormant ban on nearly all abortions Wednesday, advancing the bill to Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs, who is expected to sign it.Two Republicans joined with Democrats in the Senate on the 16-14 vote in favor of repealing a...

NSA Disclosures of US Identities Nearly Tripled Last Year

Disclosures of U.S. identities in spy reports distributed by the National Security Agency in response to requests from other agencies through Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act nearly tripled last year, the government disclosed Tuesday.

Harvey Weinstein Will Be Retried in N.Y. After Rape Conviction Was Overturned

Harvey Weinstein will be retried in New York, the Manhattan District Attorney's Office said in court on Wednesday, a week after the state's highest court threw out his 2020 rape conviction.Weinstein appeared in court before Judge Curtis Farber, more than four years after...

Trump, Cruz Lead Texas Poll

Former President Donald Trump and Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, came out on top in a newly released poll from The University of Texas/Texas Politics Project.

Air Force Pursues New Charges Against Convicted Discord Leaker

The U.S. airman who pleaded guilty to leaking classified military documents on a social media platform will face military criminal proceedings, Air Force officials said Wednesday.

Fast-Food Chains May Have to Amp Up Promotions

Global fast food giants may have to dole out steeper promotions to lure inflation-hit customers who are increasingly opting to eat at home, following weak sales from the likes of McDonald's and Starbucks this week.

Franklin Graham: MTG Should Support Mike Johnson, 'Best Speaker'

The Rev. Franklin Graham on Wednesday called on Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., to "reconsider" her intention to file a motion to vacate next week against Speaker Mike Johnson.

Fed: No Change to Rates Until Inflation Cools Further

The Federal Reserve Wednesday emphasized that inflation has remained stubbornly high in recent months and said it doesn't plan to cut interest rates until it has "greater confidence" that price increases are slowing sustainably to its 2% target.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Urges Unity in Republican Party

Florida GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis is pushing unity in the Republican Party ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Trump to Speak At Libertarian Party's Convention

Former President Donald Trump has accepted an invitation to speak at the Libertarian Party's national convention later this month and to answer members' concerns.

Active Shooter Contained at Wisconsin Middle School

A middle school in Wisconsin went into lockdown Wednesday due to an active shooter. There are no reports of anyone being harmed, except for the alleged assailant, the Mount Horeb Area School District wrote on Facebook.

NYC Mayor Adams: Outside Anti-Israel Agitators Seek to 'Radicalize' Our Children

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said on Wednesday that "outside agitators" involved in the pro-Palestine protests at Columbia University are attempting "to radicalize young people" across the country.

DeSantis Signs Ban on Lab-Grown Meat

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a first-in-the-nation ban on lab-grown meat Wednesday, calling the product a threat to agriculture akin to citrus greening disease.

Encounters Between Migrants, Law Enforcement Plummets in Texas

Texas has seen a sharp decrease this year in the number of encounters between law enforcement and suspected illegal migrants, according to the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Speaker Johnson: Greene's Motion to Vacate 'Wrong for the Country'

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., offered a brief but strong reply to Georgia Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene saying she intends to file a motion to remove him from his position.

GOP Sens Want Clarity on Education Department's Working From Home

Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., and Bill Cassidy, R-La., are wondering why employees at the Department of Education are still being allowed to work remotely.

What Marijuana Reclassification Means for the US

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is moving toward reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug. The Justice Department proposal would recognize the medical uses of cannabis, but wouldn't legalize it for recreational use. The proposal would move marijuana from the...

South Korea Weighs Alliance With Australia, US, UK to Share Military Tech

South Korea is considering sharing advanced military technology with the United States, the United Kingdom and Australia through the so-called AUKUS partnership, South Korean Defense Minister Shin Won-sik said.

Chinese COVID Whistleblower Zhang Allowed Back Into His Lab

The first scientist to publish a sequence of the COVID-19 virus in China said he was allowed back into his lab after he spent days locked outside, sitting in protest.

NYPD Restores Old Glory After Clearing CCNY Protesters

Dramatic video showing New York Police Department members tearing down a Palestinian flag and raising the U.S. flag after arresting anti-Israel protesters Tuesday night at the City College of New York has spread on social media.

1 Dead, Homes Destroyed in Northeastern Kansas Tornado

One person died Tuesday when a tornado ripped through the small city of Westmoreland in northeastern Kansas, destroying houses, RVs, and outbuildings, authorities said.

Harvey Weinstein Expected in NY Court After Rape Conviction Overturned

Harvey Weinstein is due to appear in state court in Manhattan on Wednesday for the first time since New York's highest court threw out his 2020 rape conviction last week.

Amb. Friedman to Schumer: 'Where the Hell Are You?'

The U.S. ambassador to Israel during the Trump administration lambasted Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., for remaining silent while police stormed Columbia University to remove anti-Israel protesters.

Arizona Senate Expected to Vote on 1864 Abortion Ban Repeal

The Arizona Senate is expected to vote on Wednesday on a measure to repeal the state's 1864 ban on abortion, which could go into effect within weeks if not struck down.

DHS: Most Migrants in Biden Parole Plan Landing in Florida

Most of the migrants who qualify to fly into the United States under the Biden administration's four-country mass parole program are landing in Florida, according to Department of Homeland Security documents subpoenaed by the House Homeland Security Committee.

May Watch: Met Gala, Moms, Memorial Day

With spring in full bloom and the month of May rumored to be named after the Roman goddess Maia - overseer of the growth of plants - it is fitting that Met Gala attendees are expected to be outfitted in couture that is emblematic of the "Garden of Time."

Russia Ramps Up Arms Production as US Boosts Ukraine Aid

Russia's defense minister on Wednesday ordered a hike in weapons production and said deliveries needed to be faster for the war in Ukraine, a week after President Joe Biden signed off on tens of billions of dollars of new military aid for Kyiv.

Blinken's China Trip Further 'Weakened US Deterrent'

The last time Antony Blinken went to China it was delayed and was riddled with images of the secretary of state semi bowing to Xi Jinping, sitting off to the side of the Chinese president, and ended with the communist nation announcing it would conduct military training in Cuba.

Biden Approves $6.1 Billion in Student Debt Relief for Art Institute Enrollees

President Joe Biden on Wednesday announced the approval of more than $6.1 billion in student loan debt relief for nearly 317,000 borrowers who were enrolled at any Art Institute campus from January 2004 until October 2017.

Ipsos Poll: Majority Sees TikTok as Chinese Influence Tool

A majority of Americans believe China uses TikTok to shape U.S. public opinion, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll conducted as Washington moves closer to potentially banning the Chinese-owned short-video app.

Ukraine Launches Drone Attacks on Several Russian Regions

Ukraine launched drones on several Russian regions in hours leading to Wednesday morning, Russian officials said, with unofficial Russian news outlets reporting a fire at the Ryazan oil refinery after the attack.

Ford Recalls 242,669 Mavericks

Ford is recalling 242,669 units of its 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles over the failure of rear tail lights to illuminate, causing it to reduce the vehicle's visibility, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said Wednesday.

Police Clear Pro-Palestinian Protesters From Columbia University

The pro-Palestinian demonstration that paralyzed Columbia University ended in dramatic fashion, with police carrying riot shields bursting into a building that protesters took over the previous night and making dozens of arrests.

House GOP Takes Aim at Top Trump N.Y. Prosecutor

House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, sent a letter to U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland in an investigation into possible coordination between the Justice Department and the Manhattan District Attorney's Office in the "politicized prosecution" of Donald Trump.

Trump Pushes for Earlier Debates, Dismisses Commission's Schedule

Former President Trump's campaign slammed the Commission on Presidential Debates' decision not to advance its debate schedule, branding it "unacceptable" and hinting at bypassing the long-standing debate body, The Hill reported.

Mass. to Limit Homeless Families' Shelter Stays Due to Migrant Influx

Massachusetts will begin limiting how long homeless families can stay in shelters as the state continues to grapple with an influx of homeless migrants.

Republicans Vote to Remove Wolf Protections

The Republican-controlled House of Representatives on Tuesday passed a bill that would remove endangered species protections for the gray wolf across much of the country, sparking outrage among conservationists.

Report: Biden Admin. Mulling Asylum for Certain Gazans

The Biden administration is mulling bringing certain Palestinians from Gaza to the United States as refugees, according to internal government documents obtained by CBS News.

Trump: States to Decide on Prosecuting for Abortions; No Comment on Pill

Former President Donald Trump says in a new interview it should be left to the states whether to prosecute women for abortions or whether to monitor pregnancies.

Harvard CAPS-Harris Poll: 72 Percent Support Israeli Action in Rafah

Nearly three-quarters of Americans support Israel's planned military operation to enter the southern Gaza city of Rafah, according to a new Harvard CAPS/Harris poll.

4 Officers Killed in N.C. at Disadvantage as Shots Rained From Above

Law enforcement officers with an arrest warrant demanded that a man come out of a house in North Carolina before four were killed by gunfire, the victims unable to survive shots coming from inside the dwelling, a witness and officials said Tuesday.

EU Probes Meta Over Election Misinformation, Deceptive Content

The European Union has intensified its scrutiny of Mark Zuckerberg's Meta, launching an investigation to ensure the tech giant bolsters its defenses against misinformation and foreign interference, particularly in the lead-up to pivotal EU elections, Breitbart reported.

Brown Caves to Protesters, to Hold Israel Divestment Vote

Brown University "conceded" to student protesters who have been encamped for days on the Providence, Rhode Island, campus in violation of policy, acquiescing to hold a vote in the fall on their proposal that the school divest from Israeli interests.

EU Probes Meta Over Election Misinformation, Deceptive Content

The European Union has intensified its scrutiny of Mark Zuckerberg's Meta, launching an investigation to ensure the tech giant bolsters its defenses against misinformation and foreign interference, particularly in the lead-up to pivotal E.U. elections, ...

Trump Says States Should Decide on Prosecuting Women for Abortions; No Comment on Pill

Former President Donald Trump says in a new interview it should be left to the states whether to prosecute women for abortions or whether to monitor pregnancies. He declined to comment on access to the abortion pill mifepristone, which has been embroiled in an intense legal...

Brown Caves to Protesters, to Hold Israel Divestment Vote

Brown University "conceded" to student protesters who have been encamped for days on the Providence, Rhode Island, campus in violation of policy, acquiescing to hold a vote in the fall on their proposal that the school divest from Israeli interests.

Sen. Rick Scott: DOJ Should Prosecute Pro-Palestine Protesters

Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., is calling on the Justice Department to prosecute pro-Palestine student groups that have engaged in acts of violence in the wake of escalating anti-Israel protests on college campuses nationwide.

Sec. Austin: 'Possible' US Forces Are Fired on Near Gaza

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday that it's "possible" that American troops will be fired at while establishing a floating pier off the coast of Gaza.

United Methodists Begin to Reverse Longstanding Anti-LGBTQ Policies

United Methodist delegates began making historic changes in their policies on sexuality on Tuesday - voting without debate to reverse a series of anti-LGBTQ policies.The delegates voted to delete mandatory penalties for conducting same-sex marriages and to remove their...

Trump: Netanyahu 'Rightfully' Criticized for Oct. 7 Attack

Former President Donald Trump heaped criticism on Benjamin Netanyahu, saying the Israeli prime minister has been "rightfully criticized" for Iranian-backed Hamas' Oct. 7 terrorist attack.

College Democrats Praise Campus Uprisings, Criticize Biden

College Democrats of America released a statement Tuesday that praised the multiple antisemitic uprisings on college campuses across the country.

Dow Falls 570 as Markets Weigh Wage Data, Fed Meet

U.S. stocks ended lower Tuesday as markets weighed economic data showing rising labor costs and deteriorating consumer confidence on the eve of a key Federal Reserve policy meeting to decide the direction of interest rates.

Legal Experts: Jailing Trump Could Ignite 'Mass Protests'

Following the imposition of a contempt of court fine on Tuesday against former President Donald Trump, legal experts have cautioned that a threatened jail term by the judge could lead to widespread upheaval.

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