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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Patel's Path: Can He Lead the FBI Fairly?

The Senate is gearing up to grill Kash Patel, nominated by Trump to lead the FBI. This isn't just any hearing—it's happening during a chaotic time for the FBI. The Justice Department, which oversees the FBI, has seen a major shake-up. Many top officials have been demoted. They were deemed not trustw

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Kennedy Jr. Faces Senate Grilling: Back to the Health and Human Services Battle

People are talking. Senator Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will be having another go at the Senate Health Committee this coming Thursday at 10 am. The issue here is that he needs the Senate's approval if he wants to become the new head of the Department of Health and Human Services. Now, let's talk

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Speak up and listen up!

Autism speaks volumes about the vast complexity of the human mind. Kennedy, despite his private fame, created an immense stir when discussing autism. Imagine African people during slavery. They were called many things, none of which were polite. One of Kennedy's most unpleasant behaviors is tal

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Texas Lawmakers Push for Big Changes: What to Watch

Texas state senators have big plans for the upcoming legislative session. They're focusing on key issues. These include property tax cuts and new programs for schools. They've also turned their attention towards issues such as restrictions around THC products derived from hemp. At the top

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Panama Canal’s shifting alliegences raise eyebrows on Capitol Hill (

)1 The Panama Canal grabs scrutiny in a recent Senate committee. It's chaired by Sen. Ted Cruz, Sen Cruz pointed fingers at Panama, s concentrating on foreign influence. 2 Years back, Panama handled the Canal under the condition Panam were to be neutral. . . but that’s where

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Jan 30 2025POLITICS

Kennedy's Shaky Science: A Clash Over Vaccines

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. found himself in the hot seat when he appeared in front of the Senate Finance Committee. He was up for a big job, leading the Department of Health and Human Services, and CNN host Jake Tapper had some questions. Tapper wasn't buying Kennedy's claim that he's pro-vacci

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Jan 29 2025POLITICS

A Lisa Simpson Situation: Kennedy Cousins Clash Over Health Nomination

Caroline Kennedy, former US Ambassador to Australia and the last surviving child of President John F. Kennedy, has some harsh words for her cousin, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. In a video message posted online, she urged senators to reject President Trump's nomination of her cousin for the Health and Human

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Jan 29 2025POLITICS

Vaccine Debates: A Look at Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's Confirmation Hearing

Buzz about Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's past statements on vaccines is spreading fast ahead of his Senate confirmation hearing for a big job. He wants to be the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS). Newsweek tried to get a comment from Kennedy himself. This situation matters because President D

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Jan 25 2025POLITICS

Pete Hegseth: From Fox News to Defense Secretary

Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and military veteran, has been confirmed as the new U. S. Defense Secretary. The Senate vote was unusually close, with Vice President JD Vance breaking a 50-50 tie. Some senators had concerns about Hegseth's experience and past allegations. Three Republican senat

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Jan 25 2025POLITICS

Defense Nominee Pete Hegseth: A Close Senate Vote

The Senate is about to vote on whether Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host and military vet, will become the next defense secretary. Some Republicans are expected to vote against him, making the outcome uncertain. Hegseth has faced controversies, including accusations of heavy drinking and sexual

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