ICE Considers Mass Release

Published: Thu, 02/15/24


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ICE Considers Mass Release

The Washington Post

Following the Senate's rejection of a bipartisan border bill, ICE is now planning to release thousands of immigrants and significantly cut its detention capacity due to a looming $700 million budget shortfall.

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One Dead, 21 Injured In KC

The Kansas City Star

A shooting near the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl rally led to one death and injuries to at least 21 people, including children, with police detaining three and investigating the incident's motive.

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It Was Biden Who Raised Beau's Name

NBC News

Biden criticized Robert Hur for allegedly questioning him about his son’s death, a question Hur reportedly never asked; the issue arose during discussions about handling of classified documents.

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Report of Russian Intel Roiling the Hill

Politico

The "disturbing" intelligence unsettling Congress concerns Russia's efforts to develop and possibly deploy an antisatellite nuclear weapon in space, posing a significant national security threat.

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U.S. Probes Israeli Airstrikes

The Wall Street Journal

The U.S. is investigating Israeli airstrikes in Gaza that resulted in civilian casualties and the potential use of white phosphorus in Lebanon, potentially impacting conditions on U.S. weapon deliveries to Israel.

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Read: Jack Smith Wants No Delay

The U.S. Supreme Court

Special counsel Jack Smith asked the Supreme Court to fast-track Trump's trial over the 2020 election, urging rejection of Trump's delay appeal and proposing a trial by May or oral arguments in March.

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Consequences of Smith’s Rush to Trial

Lawfare

Jack Smith's expedited effort to prosecute Trump for January 6, citing public interest, conflicts with DOJ rules and poses complex questions for the Supreme Court regarding presidential immunity.

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Could Any Dem Really Replace Biden?

USA Today

Amid renewed concerns about Biden's age and vigor, Democrats are largely united behind him, with no prominent figures challenging his bid for a second term, despite speculation on potential successors.

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Father of the Pop-Tart Passes at 96

WZZM 13

William "Bill" Post, the Grand Rapids man widely credited as a key inventor of Pop-Tarts and a significant figure in both the Keebler Company and Kellogg's brand, has passed away at 96.

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Let’s See the Biden-Hur Transcript

The Wall Street Journal

President Biden's interview with Robert Hur is disputed, with Hur portraying Biden as forgetful and Biden asserting he provided detailed recollections. Releasing the transcript could clarify.

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Putin Says Tucker Threw Softballs

BBC

In a recent interview with Carlson, Putin, finding the questions unsharp, expressed a preference for Biden over Trump for the US 2024 election, citing Biden's experience and predictability.

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Why Americans Stopped Hanging Out

The Atlantic

Americans have reduced social interactions due to various factors, leading to increased loneliness, anxiety, and dissatisfaction, particularly among young people, despite more digital communication.

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Singles Are Sick of Dating Apps

CNN

Singles are ditching dating apps for traditional methods like speed dating and mixers, seeking authentic connections. Event attendance has increased, a shift towards in-person interactions.

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3 Cops Shot In D.C.

NBC 4 Washington

Three DC officers were shot while serving an animal cruelty warrant; the suspect, after a 13-hour barricade and intermittent shooting, surrendered, with up to 30 dogs rescued from the scene.

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In Search of the Perfect Bot

Associated Press

People are forming romantic connections with AI chatbots for emotional support, despite concerns over data privacy, human relationship impacts, and long-term effects of digital interactions.

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Should the CDC Cut Covid Isolation?

CBS News

The CDC may revise COVID-19 isolation guidelines, potentially ending the five-day requirement for positives, focusing on symptom improvement, reflecting shifts in public behavior and scientific insights.

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Soros Takes Big Radio Position

Boston Herald

George Soros' investment firm is set to become the largest shareholder of Audacy, the bankrupt owner of WEEI and other Boston radio stations, by holding over $414 million of the company's debt.

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Larry Kane Was There With Beatles

KYW Newsradio

Larry Kane reflects on his experiences with The Beatles from their U.S. arrival 60 years ago, tours, interviews, and cultural impact, sharing anecdotes and insights from his time with the band.

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1 in 5 Believe Taylor Conspiracy

Monmouth University

Nearly one in five Americans believe in a conspiracy theory that links Taylor Swift to influencing the 2024 election, while two-thirds express strong support for her voter turnout encouragement efforts.

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Mickey Mouse Wants to Unionize

ABC 7 Sarasota

Disneyland performers, including those portraying Mickey Mouse and Cinderella, are seeking to unionize for better safety conditions and scheduling policies, with about 1,700 employees involved.

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Lee Wants $50/Hour Minimum Wage

For the Left

Rep. Barbara Lee advocated for a $50 federal minimum wage due to California's high living costs, amidst a Senate debate on raising wages to reflect state needs and facing criticism from Sen. Ted Cruz. 

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Gaetz's Texts to Paid Sex Partner Obtained

For the Right

House Ethics investigators found texts suggesting Rep. Matt Gaetz invited a woman, previously paid for sex by his friend Joel Greenberg, to a Florida Keys trip in May 2017, sources tell ABC News. 

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