An extension for billions in Ukraine aid?

September 13, 2024

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Senate Democrats slam Biden for Egypt military funding over human rights issues

More than a dozen Senate Democrats have condemned President Biden's decision to award $320 million in U.S. military aid to Egypt despite serious human rights concerns about the Cairo government. It marks the first time the Biden administration has decided to award the full amount during his presidency and comes at a time when the U.S. is relying heavily on Egypt as a mediating partner between the two countries.

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Two Springfield schools evacuated, another closed

The Springfield School District in Ohio closed one middle school and evacuated two elementary schools on Friday as the city grapples with the fallout from baseless conspiracy theories about immigrants stoked by former President Donald Trump and his running mate, Republican Sen. J.D. Vance.

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State Department identifies RT as Russian government's covert influence arm

The State Department on Friday accused Russian media outlet RT of engaging in covert influence campaigns around the world and sanctioned its parent company for acting on behalf of the Russian government. “RT is more than just a media outlet…

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On Tap Monday

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of Center for Strategic and International Studies and Stanford Next Asia Policy Lab Hold “A new Cold War? Congressional Rhetoric and Regional Responses to the U.S.-China Conflict,” 9 a.m.
of Hudson Institute Discuss Russian war crimes Efforts to bring criminals to justice at 10 a.m.

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Iraq and US forces kill top IS commander and joint operations with other armed groups (Associated Press)
Department of Defense announces new program Improving the quality of life of soldiers (Military Times)

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Trump threatens to cut off California wildfire aid if Governor Newsom doesn't change water policy

Former President Trump has warned that if re-elected, he will withhold federal aid to combat California's wildfires if Governor Gavin Newsom (Democrat) does not help with the state's efforts to combat the fires. read more

Post-debate polls show Harris widening lead over Trump

Vice President Harris widened her lead over former President Trump in a survey conducted after the two clashed in Tuesday's debate. Morning… read more

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Former National Security Adviser HR McMaster joins UFO speculation

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