At least 5,100 people have been killed and thousands more are missing after a flash flood caused by the collapse of two dams on the Wadi Derna River in Derna, Libya. Rescue teams are combing the city for bodies and providing aid to those affected, while the Libyan government has declared a three-day mourning period for the victims.
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Tech billionaires Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, alongside other tech executives, advocates, civil rights groups, and labor leaders, gathered on Capitol Hill for a closed-door summit on Artificial Intelligence (AI). Elon Musk warned senators of the potential "civilizational risk" of AI, and endorsed the idea of a new federal agency to oversee it. All 100 senators were invited to the summit, which was the first step towards addressing the risks associated with AI and the need for legislation to regulate its development.
Two lawsuits have been brought against former President Donald Trump, citing Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, which could prevent him from appearing on the ballot in the 2024 election. The New Hampshire Secretary of State commented on the situation, saying it could cause chaos and frustration. The outcome of these legal battles could have major implications for the future of American politics.
Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, announced Wednesday that he will not seek re-election in 2024, citing the need for a "new generation of leaders" to take the reins of power. Romney, 76, has been an outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump and has spent the last 25 years in public service. His decision not to seek re-election in 2024 is a significant shift in the political landscape in Utah, leaving an open seat for new leaders to fill.
Wisconsin Republicans have announced a plan to address the controversy surrounding the 2011 gerrymander, including the potential impeachment of newly elected Supreme Court Justice Janet Protasiewicz. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos has created a panel of three former Wisconsin Supreme Court justices to investigate impeachment criteria, and Governor Tony Evers has spoken out against the plan, calling it an attempt to "circumvent the will of the people". The panel is expected to make a recommendation to the Assembly, though it is unclear when action will be taken.
Alaska Representative Mary Peltola Mourns the Loss of Her Beloved Husband Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola Jr.
Alaska Representative Mary Peltola Mourns the Loss of Her Beloved Husband Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola Jr.
Alaska Representative Mary Peltola's husband, Eugene "Buzzy" Peltola Jr., has passed away following a plane accident in Alaska. Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi expressed her condolences, and Peltola's office shared that he was "obnoxiously good at everything" and had a "delightful sense of humor." The Alaska community has shown an outpouring of support, and Peltola's office has asked for privacy during this difficult time.
A Norwegian cruise ship with 206 passengers and crew ran aground in the remote area of Alpefjord, part of the Northeast Greenland National Park. The Joint Arctic Command is monitoring the situation and is working to ensure the safety of the passengers and crew, as well as assessing the environmental impact of the incident. The closest Danish navy ship is expected to arrive at the grounded ship as soon as Friday.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has announced an impeachment inquiry against President Joe Biden, citing allegations of abuse of power, obstruction and corruption. Thomas Sobocinski refuted Shapley's claim that U.S. Attorney David Weiss said he was not the deciding person on whether charges would be filed in the Hunter Biden case. McCarthy said the House investigations into the Biden family this year have uncovered a “culture of corruption” that demands deeper review.