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Disney, Fox, Warner Bros’ sports streaming deal faces DOJ probe: report

The Justice Department will scrutinize planned sports streaming platforms by Walt Disney Co., Fox Co. and Warner Bros. Discovery Inc. over concerns they could harm consumers, sports leagues and rivals. Bloomberg Law reported on Thursday. The report added that regulators will scrutinize the terms of the deal once it is finalized, citing two people familiar […]

New York judge refuses to dismiss Trump’s hush money case; Fani Willis faces misconduct hearing in Georgia – live | US politics

New York judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit against Trump Victoria Bekiempis judge Juan Marchan Once the case began, he quickly got down to business, notifying the court that Trump’s case would move forward next month. “Defendants’ motion to dismiss is denied,” Marchand said, indicating that a written decision is now available. “The case is scheduled […]

Seized Russian yacht faces sale over $600K monthly costs covered by taxpayers

The US government asked a judge to allow the sale, citing the fact that maintaining a Russian superyacht worth $300 million that was seized in 2022 is costing taxpayers $600,000 a month. . The hefty monthly fee includes $360,000 in payments to the 348-foot ship’s crew, plus $75,000 in fuel costs, waste removal and food […]

Budget chief faces heat as Congress feuds over spending 

Congressional Budget Office (CBO) Director Philip Swagel faced hours of questioning before the House Budget Committee about challenges to the nation’s fiscal trajectory and some heated battles from Republicans over the accuracy of the agency’s forecasts. Ta. Against a backdrop of partisan battles on Capitol Hill over how to fund the government, Congress’ bipartisan scorekeeper […]

12:30 Report — Ukraine funding bill faces murky path in House

It’s Tuesday. Mid-Atlantic and Northeast region of the United States I’m on guard Prepare for a powerful nor’easter storm. Stay warm and dry. ☃️ Here’s what happened today: Senators fought all night to pass the bill. ukraine aid The 22 Republican senators who voted in favor of the bill earlier this morning voted in favor […]

Congress faces ‘existential moment’ over $95B foreign aid bill: Dem representative

Washington DC – The Senate’s $95 billion foreign aid plan faces challenges from House Republicans, but their Democratic allies say it is essential to preserving democracy around the world. “We are now in an existential moment for global democracy, and either the United States stands up for freedom and democracy around the world, or it […]