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Julie Su’s Senate Confirmation Hearing for Labor Secretary Nomination to Test Closely Divided SenateImage courtesy of assets2.cbsnewsstatic.com

Julie Su’s Senate Confirmation Hearing for Labor Secretary Nomination to Test Closely Divided Senate

By News Masher on April 20, 2023

Julie Su, the current deputy labor secretary and a civil rights attorney, is set to testify at her Senate confirmation hearing Thursday for the position of labor secretary. If confirmed, she would be the first Asian American in the Biden administration to serve in the Cabinet. The outcome of the hearing will be closely watched as it could have a major impact on the Biden administration's labor policies.

U.S. Court of Appeals Issues Stay to Delay House Judiciary Committee’s Investigation into Manhattan Prosecution of Former President Donald TrumpImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

U.S. Court of Appeals Issues Stay to Delay House Judiciary Committee’s Investigation into Manhattan Prosecution of Former President Donald Trump

By News Masher on April 20, 2023

A federal judge has ruled that the House Judiciary Committee can question a former Manhattan prosecutor about the criminal case against ex-President Donald Trump. However, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has issued a stay that will delay the testimony until a three-judge panel can consider the appeal of the ruling. Until then, the House Judiciary Committee's investigation into the Manhattan prosecution of former President Donald Trump will remain on hold.

At Least Two People Killed and Several Others Injured as Severe Storms Sweep Through Central U.S.Image courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

At Least Two People Killed and Several Others Injured as Severe Storms Sweep Through Central U.S.

By News Masher on April 20, 2023

On Wednesday, strong storms, including tornadoes, winds and hail, swept through parts of the Central U.S., leaving at least two people dead and several others injured. The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings, and video footage from the scene showed emergency vehicles making their way past damaged buildings. The American Red Cross is providing assistance to those affected and urging people to prepare for future storms.

U.S. Coast Guard Suspends Search for Three Missing American Sailors off Coast of MexicoImage courtesy of assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com

U.S. Coast Guard Suspends Search for Three Missing American Sailors off Coast of Mexico

By News Masher on April 19, 2023

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended its search for three American sailors who went missing while sailing off the coast of Mexico earlier this month. The Coast Guard has asked anyone with information to contact them, and the families of the missing sailors have set up a GoFundMe page to help with the search. Cmdr. Christopher Higgins expressed his sympathies to the families and friends of the missing sailors, noting that no evidence of their whereabouts or what might have happened was found.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Barred from Speaking at House Homeland Security Committee Hearing After Calling Secretary Mayorkas a “LiarImage courtesy of img.huffingtonpost.com

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene Barred from Speaking at House Homeland Security Committee Hearing After Calling Secretary Mayorkas a “Liar

By News Masher on April 19, 2023

At a House Homeland Security Committee hearing, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) called Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas a "liar" and accused Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) of having a "sexual relationship with a Chinese spy" without offering any evidence. Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.), the chair of the committee, barred Greene from speaking any further and plans to have a conversation with her about her comments and the expected decorum of the committee. The incident has sparked debate about the appropriateness of Greene's comments and what action, if any, will be taken against her.

CDC Announces Vaccine Booster Shots for Older Adults and Immunocompromised IndividualsImage courtesy of media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com

CDC Announces Vaccine Booster Shots for Older Adults and Immunocompromised Individuals

By News Masher on April 19, 2023

The CDC has announced that older adults aged 65 and up, as well as those with weakened immune systems, can now receive a second dose of the updated versions of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna Covid booster shots. The agency has recommended that people wait at least two weeks after their first dose before getting the second dose, and that those immunocompromised should wait at least two months. Vaccination is the best way to protect against the virus, but it is not 100% effective, so people should still take precautions such as wearing a mask and social distancing.

Judge Vyskocil Rules in Favor of House Judiciary Committee in Subpoena Dispute with Manhattan District Attorney’s OfficeImage courtesy of assets3.cbsnewsstatic.com

Judge Vyskocil Rules in Favor of House Judiciary Committee in Subpoena Dispute with Manhattan District Attorney’s Office

By News Masher on April 19, 2023

A federal judge has ruled in favor of the House Judiciary Committee's subpoena of former Manhattan District Attorney's office prosecutor Mark Pomerantz, allowing the committee to proceed with its investigation into former President Donald Trump. The ruling is a victory for the committee and a setback for the District Attorney's office, which had argued that the subpoena was an attempt to interfere with its investigation. Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil, a Trump nominee, concluded that the subpoena was issued with a "valid legislative purpose" and that Mr. Pomerantz must appear for the congressional deposition.

McCurtain County Commissioner Mark Jennings Resigns Following Reports of Threatening CommentsImage courtesy of media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com

McCurtain County Commissioner Mark Jennings Resigns Following Reports of Threatening Comments

By News Masher on April 19, 2023

Mark Jennings, McCurtain County Commissioner, has resigned following a report of him and other officials discussing killing reporters and lynching Black people. Governor Stitt called for Jennings' resignation, as well as the resignations of Sheriff Kevin Clardy and two other sheriff’s department employees, and has requested an investigation into the matter. Jennings' resignation letter was delivered to Governor Stitt and it is hoped that the investigation will bring to light the full extent of the incident and that justice will be served.