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Man Who Propped His Foot on Nancy Pelosi’s Desk During Capitol Riot Sentenced to 4.5 Years in Prison

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Man Who Propped His Foot on Nancy Pelosi’s Desk During Capitol Riot Sentenced to 4.5 Years in Prison

By News Masher on May 25, 2023

Richard “Bigo” Barnett, who gained notoriety for propping his foot on a desk in Nancy Pelosi’s office during the Capitol insurrection, was sentenced to 54 months in prison on Wednesday. Judge Christopher Cooper noted that Barnett had “not shown any acceptance of responsibility” and ordered him to serve 4.5 years behind bars. Barnett’s sentence is the longest so far to any of the hundreds of people charged in connection with the Capitol riot, and the Justice Department is prioritizing cases involving violence, destruction of property and threats to law enforcement.

Air Force Gen. Charles “C.Q.” Brown Jr. Set to Make History as First African American Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

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Air Force Gen. Charles “C.Q.” Brown Jr. Set to Make History as First African American Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

By News Masher on May 24, 2023

President Joe Biden is expected to announce the nomination of Air Force Gen. Charles "C.Q." Brown Jr. to serve as the next chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, making him the first African American to serve in both the Pentagon’s top military and civilian positions. Brown is a history-making fighter pilot with deep knowledge of China and is currently the commander of the Pacific Air Forces. If confirmed, he will take over from Gen. Mark Milley, who held the job during the Jan. 6, 2021, assault on the Capitol and the deadly withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan.

Nebraska Legislature Passes Controversial 12-Week Abortion Ban and Restrictions on Gender-Affirming Care for Children

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Nebraska Legislature Passes Controversial 12-Week Abortion Ban and Restrictions on Gender-Affirming Care for Children

By News Masher on May 19, 2023

The Nebraska Legislature has passed a bill that includes a 12-week abortion ban and restrictions on gender-affirming care for children. The bill has been met with strong opposition from both sides of the aisle, and Governor Jim Pillen has promised to sign it into law. The bill is part of a larger trend of similar restrictions being pushed by Republicans across the United States, and its implications are yet to be seen.

Republican Walkout Halts Debt Ceiling Negotiations Between White House and Congress

Republican Walkout Halts Debt Ceiling Negotiations Between White House and Congress

By News Masher on May 19, 2023

Negotiations between the White House and Republican lawmakers over a debt ceiling deal have hit a snag, as the lead Republicans walked out of the talks on Friday. According to a White House official, there are real differences between the parties on budget issues, and talks will be difficult. Rep. Garrett Graves (R-La.) stated that Republicans need to “press pause” until people are willing to have reasonable conversations. The White House is still working towards a bipartisan solution, but it is unclear what will happen next.

Washington, D.C. Police Lieutenant Indicted for Allegedly Obstructing Justice and Making False Statements in Connection with Capitol Attack

By News Masher on May 19, 2023

A high-ranking lieutenant in the Washington, D.C., police department was indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly obstructing justice and making false statements. The indictment alleges that Lieutenant Shane Lamond tipped off former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio about a pending warrant for his arrest just ahead of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. If convicted, Lamond faces up to 20 years in prison for the obstruction of justice charge and up to five years for each of the false statement charges. Federal prosecutors have charged more than 400 people in connection with the Capitol attack, and the investigation is ongoing.

Sen. Dianne Feinstein Experiences More Health Complications than Previously Disclosed During Shingles Recovery

By News Masher on May 18, 2023

Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., experienced more health complications than previously disclosed during her recovery from shingles, including encephalitis and Ramsay Hunt syndrome. The 89-year-old senator has been absent from Washington for nearly three months due to the virus, and has facial paralysis on the left side of her face as a side effect. She has not yet indicated whether she will seek re-election in 2022.

FBI Revokes Security Clearances of Two Agents Who Testified Before House Subcommittee on Jan. 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol

By News Masher on May 18, 2023

Two FBI agents who testified before a House subcommittee on Thursday had their security clearances revoked due to their conduct related to the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol, according to a letter from the FBI to Congress. The letter was sent ahead of the hearing led by Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, and the revocation was due to their allegiance to the United States being called into question. The FBI is continuing to investigate the attack and has charged more than 400 people in connection with the insurrection.

White House and Congressional Leaders Work Together to Avoid Potential Default on U.S. Debt Ceiling

By News Masher on May 17, 2023

President Joe Biden and congressional leaders met at the White House on Tuesday to discuss the debt ceiling and the potential for a default. Negotiations between the White House and House GOP aides are building on "direct and productive" discussions from the week prior. If the debt ceiling is not raised, the government will be unable to borrow more money and will default on its debt, potentially leading to a recession.

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