It’s Wednesday. guess what? ! Krispy Kreme donuts are now available at McDonald’s! I was so excited that I didn’t need to read on to find out the news. Here’s what else is going on:
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of us coast guard search and rescue operations canceled About the six construction workers presumed dead in the Baltimore bridge collapse.
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NBC News Former Republican National Committee Chairman fired Ronna McDaniel After huge backlash from staff.
- robert kennedy jr. chose nicole shanahan as his running mate. Read on for a primer on her.
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president biden‘s new campaign strategy is to poke the bear (aka ex). president trump).
I kate martel A quick summary of this morning and what’s to come. Send tips, explanations, feedback, and cookie recipes to: cmartel@thehill.com. Did someone forward this newsletter to you?Sign up here.
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6 construction workers presumed dead A cargo ship crashed into the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore on Tuesday, causing the bridge to collapse.
Why did the ship crash?: The ship loses power; According to the Washington Post. “[The ship’s pilot then] According to the president of the National Marine Pilots Association, he ordered the rudder to be turned sharply to the left and the left anchor lowered to slow the ship and stop it from rolling to the right. ”
The Wall Street Journal reported Investigators will investigate whether “dirty fuel” contributed to the crash.
Who are the victims?: The six men are from El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Mexico. The Baltimore Banner reports. The man reportedly also had a spouse and children.
Biden promises to pay for repairs: president biden He held a press conference Tuesday afternoon calling on the federal government to pay for the city’s artery reconstruction.government official told the Washington Post More than 30,000 vehicles use the bridge every day.
Oh my god: A bystander near the bridge took a video of the collapse 📹 clock
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former president trump‘s first criminal trial, the New York hush money case, is scheduled to begin on April 15th.
Be careful with the timing: Mr. Trump has had a relatively light campaign schedule since he was nominated as the Republican presidential candidate, and public opinion polls are tightening in the lead-up to the general election. The trial could last several weeks and keep him largely away from his campaign.
hill Brett Samuels He noted that Trump is likely to hold rallies in battleground states over the weekend and use the trial itself as a backdrop for his claims that he is the target of a political “witch hunt.”
Interesting comparison – campaign suspension: “While Mr. Trump has only visited Ohio in recent weeks for rallies ahead of a competitive Senate primary, Mr. Biden has visited every key battleground state during March.”
Another interesting comparison – cash: “Mr. Trump is at a major financial disadvantage compared to the Biden campaign. The Trump campaign raised about $20 million in February, while the Biden campaign raised about $53 million. Although he enjoys a significant cash advantage, Trump continues to spend vast sums of money paying for his lawsuits.
big question: If Trump is convicted, will it solidify the support of an angry Republican base or hurt him electorally? Read Samuels’ report
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➤ Trump is prohibited from publicly attacking witnesses, jurors, etc.:
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The judge overseeing the hush money trial imposed a gag order on the former defendant. president trumpThis would prevent him from publicly criticizing witnesses, prosecutors, jurors and others involved in the case.
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NBC News fires former Republican National Committee (RNC) chairman Ronna McDaniel She was installed as a paid contributor on Tuesday after network staff loudly criticized her hiring.
Why did NBC staff criticize McDaniel?: Staff and prominent broadcast personalities denounced McDaniel’s role in former President Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 election, claiming the station was giving a platform to election deniers.
NBCU News Group Chairman Cesar Conde wrote in a memo to staff.: “No organization, especially a newsroom, can succeed without cohesion and collaboration. In recent days, it has become clear that this appointment undermines that goal.”
Trump of course ridiculed McDaniel: “Oh! Ronna McDaniel got fired by Fake News NBC. She only lasted two days and it was only after McDaniel went out of her way to say what they wanted to hear,” Trump said. Posted on Truth Social. “It leaves her in a very strange place, it’s called NEVER NEVERLAND, and it’s not a place you want to be.”
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jeff greenfield weighed About the “Ronna McDaniel debacle.” Greenfield posted: “As a former political reporter turned journalist, I have some thoughts about the Ronna McDaniel story.”
Read the Politico editorial
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hill alex gangitano It is reported that president biden‘s campaign became more aggressive in mocking the former president trumpThe number of funding is low.
last week: Biden called Trump a “loser” with huge debts.
and by monday:The Biden campaign launched an unusual attack on President Trump’s court.
^ From Biden campaign spokesperson James Singer: “Donald Trump is weak and desperate, both as a man and as a presidential candidate. He spends his weekends playing golf, spending his mornings comparing himself to Jesus, and his afternoons telling people he has money he’ll never have.” I lied.”
Gangitano’s report is well worth reading. “Biden campaign tests the waters on President Trump’s financial woes”
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➤ Another strategy Biden is trying:
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president biden Americans are beginning to be reminded of the darkest days of the coronavirus pandemic. Politico reported Adam Canklin.
why?: To try to break through the nostalgia of the Trump era.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. I chose a technology lawyer and an entrepreneur. nicole shanahan As a vice presidential candidate in the 2024 independent presidential election.
What you need to know about Shanahan: She is a wealthy 38-year-old lawyer living in Silicon Valley.She was married to a Google co-founder Sergey Brin and helped finance Kennedy’s campaign.
💻 Watch RFK Junior’s presentation
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hill al weaver is “Congressman. Andy Kim(D.N.J.)’s insurgent Senate bid has defeated the New Jersey Democratic Party establishment and may have cemented his position as the state’s next senator after a whirlwind week paving the way for the seat. is high. ”
It’s been a wild week.: “Kim has taken control of the Democratic primary in recent days, buoyed by a surge of support and delivered a victory for New Jersey’s first lady. Tammy MurphyThe decision to withdraw from the race was made over the weekend ahead of Monday’s submission deadline. A few days ago, Sen. bob menendez (DN.J.) also withdrew his candidacy as the Democratic Party candidate and instead said he would consider running as an independent if he is cleared of charges of accepting bribes and being a foreign agent. ”
read more: “Andy Kim deals blow to New Jersey Democratic machine.”
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Wiml’s adam sexton report He is currently serving his 6th term. Annie Kuster (D.N.H.) will not run for re-election.
please remember: This brings open house races to New Hampshire.
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🦐 celebrate: Today is National Paella Day!
🍩 biggest news of the day: Krispy Kreme donuts will be sold McDonald’s by 2026(!) Which flavor?: Chocolate ice cream topped with glaze and filled with sprinkles and cream. Read the announcement
🚪Famous Titanic propeller door sold at auction: Remember the door that Rose got stuck in? james cameron’s “Titanic?” The one that has sparked countless debates about whether Jack survived? Well, it sold at auction for $718,750. (time)
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The House and Senate are absent. president biden and vice president harris I’m in Washington DC It’s a quiet day off in Washington. (always eastern)
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