The U.S. government is facing a potential shutdown this weekend after the House of Representatives rejected a measure backed by Speaker Kevin McCarthy. White House Chief of Staff Jeff Zients said President Joe Biden has no plans to talk to McCarthy, and a group of hard-right Republicans have refused to vote on a continuing resolution to keep the government funded. The White House has urged Congress to pass a short-term deal to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown.
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Senator Dianne Feinstein, a trailblazer for women in politics, passed away on April 17th, 2021. She was the first woman to serve as a U.S. senator for the state of California and the longest-serving woman senator in history. Known for her integrity and bravery, Feinstein was an inspiration to many and her legacy will live on. Her impact on politics and the country will be remembered for years to come for her admirable qualities of being smart, strong, brave, and compassionate.
Sen. Dianne Feinstein, a trailblazer in American politics, passed away on Thursday at the age of 90, leaving an open seat in the United States Senate for California. Gov. Gavin Newsom has reaffirmed a pledge to appoint a Black woman to fill the vacancy, and hopes to make the decision soon. Feinstein was the first woman to serve as a U.S. Senator from California, and was a powerful advocate for women's rights, civil rights, and gun control.
Christopher Worrell, a member of the far-right Proud Boys group, was apprehended by the FBI in Central Naples, Florida on Thursday after being on the run for more than a month. He was found with night-vision goggles, $4,000 in cash, and survivalist gear in his home. The FBI updated their wanted poster to reflect his arrest, and he is now awaiting sentencing for his role in the 2021 attack on the Capitol.
Michigan judge has ruled that 17-year-old Ethan Crumbley, the Oxford High School shooter, can be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. During the Miller hearing, experts clashed over Crumbley's mental health and witnesses described the tragic day in 2021 in sharp detail. The sentencing hearing on Dec. 8 will provide an opportunity for the families of the victims to share their stories and seek closure.
The United Auto Workers (UAW) has announced the expansion of its strike at Ford and General Motors to include another 7,000 workers, bringing the total number of striking workers to over 50,000. The strike is in response to the automakers' refusal to make meaningful progress in negotiations over wages, job security, and health care benefits. GM has estimated that it has lost $2 billion in profits since the strike began, and the union is hoping that the additional 7,000 workers will help to pressure the automakers into making a deal.
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At the Republican presidential debate tonight, contenders began to realize that attacking Donald Trump is the only way to make a meaningful impact in the primary process. Despite the heated exchanges, canned comments, and embarrassing moments, the debate gave a glimpse of how the primary process could have been contested, even if Trump would have still been the nominee. It remains to be seen if this shift in the debate will be a game-changer.