Today's Poll Question
Does the attack on Israel suddenly make Joe Biden's age and experience more an asset than liability in the 2024 election?
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USA Today |
President Biden is visiting Israel and Jordan amid the Israel-Hamas conflict to meet with leaders, affirm Israel's defense rights, and address regional interference and humanitarian issues. |
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Sky News |
Hamas demands the release of 6,000 Palestinian detainees in exchange for hostages in Gaza, while increasing violence and airstrikes disrupt humanitarian aid efforts and border negotiations. |
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Barron's |
Iran has warned of potential "pre-emptive action" against Israel, and Israel prepares for a ground offensive in Gaza; Tehran's stance reflects its long-standing support for Palestinians 1979. |
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The New York Times |
An Israeli invasion of Gaza to address Hamas would be a strategic error due to deep-rooted Islamist movements, risking regional instability, harming global alliances, and not ensuring lasting peace. |
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ABC 7 Chicago |
A 6-year-old Muslim boy, Wadea Al-Fayoume, was killed in a hate crime in Plainfield by Joseph Czuba, who was influenced by the Middle East conflict; the boy's mother was also seriously injured. |
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Bloomberg |
After a US armada's positioning near Israel, more warships and marines are dispatched, highlighting concerns about US involvement in the Gaza conflict and the safety of American citizens. |
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Semafor |
The Wall Street Journal published a contested report alleging Iran's involvement in a Hamas attack, sparking internal disputes among its reporters about the veracity of the story. |
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Daily Mail |
Model Gigi Hadid faced criticism from the Israeli government for posting content on Instagram they deemed anti-semitic, highlighting her Palestinian heritage and her views on the ongoing conflict. |
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TMZ |
Alicia Keys faced backlash over a perceived antisemitic post referencing paragliding; she clarified it was unrelated to Israel, not supportive or terrorism, and expressed her desire for peace. |
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Al Jazeera |
The Guardian chose not to renew cartoonist Steve Bell's contract following controversy over a cartoon of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, which some perceived as evoking an anti-Semitic trope. |
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Politico |
Judge Tanya Chutkan imposed a gag order on Trump, preventing him from attacking participants in his D.C. criminal case, noting his presidential bid doesn't permit disparaging involved public servants. |
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The Hollywood Reporter |
Oprah Winfrey refuted claims in a biography that she asked Sen. Mitt Romney to join her on a 2020 presidential ticket, clarifying she encouraged him to run independently but didn't plan to run herself. |
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The Hill |
Jim Jordan's bid for House GOP Speaker gains momentum as key opposition wanes, despite initial skepticism after Kevin McCarthy's ouster, and amidst political tensions fueled by the Israel-Gaza conflict. |
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The Palm Beach Post |
Donald Trump's demand that presidential debates be canceled was rebuffed Monday when the Republican National Committee said it will hold a Miami debate next month with NBC News. |
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NBC News |
Senators from both parties, driven by personal experiences, formed a bipartisan Mental Health Caucus to address the U.S. mental health crisis and utilize funds from the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. |
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The Washington Post |
Carlos Hoyt and a growing group of academics argue against racial categories, emphasizing science has debunked biological races, and advocate for the U.S. Census to reflect this social construct. |
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CBS News Boston |
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced the state's shelters are nearing capacity due to increased migrant families, urging federal support and highlighting the state's shelter obligation. |
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Raw Story |
Trump is suing ex-MI6 officer Christopher Steele over a dossier, alleging it caused him "reputational damage"; some dossier claims have been corroborated while others remain unproven. |
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CBS News Sacramento |
College athletes are challenging the NCAA's longstanding amateur model, pushing for a share in the billions generated from media rights deals amidst various legal battles and increasing external pressures. |
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BBC |
Citibank successfully defended its decision in court to dismiss an analyst who falsely claimed meal expenses during a business trip and then deliberately misrepresented the situation. |
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For the Left |
The Wexner Foundation ends its Harvard support over anti-Israel statements and concerns about reduced tolerance for diverse views. Idan Ofer and wife Batia quit a Harvard board in protest over the university's handling of the Hamas situation. |
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For the Right |
Rep. George Santos faces indictment for embezzlement and identity theft, lied about personal details, and reported campaign debts surpassing funds. Despite refunds, his re-election campaign has significant expenditure and minimal income. |
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