ELECTION

Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Ted Cruz Faces Heat for Election Controversies

Once upon a time, Texas was a red fortress where Republicans won big. But times have changed. Back in 2018, Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) barely held on to his seat, beating his Democratic rival Beto O'Rourke by just a tiny 2%. Now, as the 2024 election looms, Cruz is worried about another close call,

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

The Final Stretch: What Polls Tell Us About the Last Days of the Election

As we approach Election Day, polls offer valuable insights into the presidential race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. While the results are too close to call, key trends are emerging. Inflation tops voters' concerns, but abortion has become a major motivating issue. A significant gender gap

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris and Liz Cheney: A Surprising Team-Up Against Trump

Did you ever think you'd see this? Kamala Harris, the Democratic vice president, and Liz Cheney, a former Republican congresswoman, are joining forces. Their goal? To show voters why they think Donald Trump is a dangerous choice. At a recent event in Philadelphia, they painted a picture of Trump as

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Why Did Andy Kim Wear That Tie?

Rep. Andy Kim, a Democrat from New Jersey, was accused by a Trump delegate named Mike Crispi of wearing a North Korean flag on his tie during a Senate debate. This happened because Kim's tie had red, white, and blue stripes, similar to the North Korean flag. Kim, who is Asian American, explained tha

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Arizona Official's Plea Deal: What It Means for Upcoming Elections

In the heart of Arizona, a county official has signed a plea deal, admitting she delayed the certification of the 2022 election results. Peggy Judd, a supervisor from Cochise County, pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor, avoiding felony charges that could've cost her public office. The deal comes just be

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

U. S. Moves to Limit AI and Chip Investments in China

The U. S. government is in the final stage of reviewing new rules aimed at controlling investments in China's sensitive technologies. These technologies include artificial intelligence, semiconductors, microelectronics, and quantum computing. The proposal, under review by the Treasury Department, re

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

US Defense Chief's Ukraine Visit: A Look Ahead

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made his fourth and likely final trip to Ukraine this week. The visit comes just before the U. S. presidential election, which has left the future of Western support for Ukraine uncertain. Austin's main goal was to discuss ways to bolster Ukraine's defenses against Rus

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Navalny's Widow Plans Presidential Run, Keeps Legacy Alive

Yulia Navalny, the widow of Alexei Navalny, has a clear goal: to bring down Vladimir Putin's regime. Speaking to the BBC, she expressed her determination to make this happen "as soon as possible. " Once Putin is out of power, she plans to run for president in Russia's next free and fair elections. C

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Oct 22 2024CELEBRITIES

Joni Mitchell's Political Statement at Hollywood Bowl Concert

Joni Mitchell, the renowned folk music icon, had a clear message for her audience at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles—17 days before the U. S. presidential election. During her three-hour performance on Saturday night, she expressed her feelings about the Republican candidate, Donald Trump. "Fuck D

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Oct 22 2024POLITICS

Trump's Plans: A New Look at Social Security's Future

A recent report from the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) suggests that Donald Trump's campaign proposals could speed up the insolvency of Social Security, a crucial program for millions of American seniors. The CRFB found that Trump's plans might make Social Security run out of mon

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