South Carolina Republicans Nikki Haley and Tim Scott addressed a Christian conservative forum in the early voting state, as former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis both vie for the Republican nomination for the 2024 election. The forum was an opportunity for presidential hopefuls to make their case to a crucial voting bloc, but the Republican party is aware that a fight between Trump and DeSantis could divide their 222-member conference and distract them from their goal. It remains to be seen how the party will handle the battle and its effect on their chances in the 2024 election.
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The FAA has announced a new rulemaking process that will require aircraft to have longer duration Cockpit Voice Recorders (CVRs) following a series of near-collisions on US runways. The CVRs will now capture 25 hours of information, instead of the current two hours, in order to prevent future close calls and ensure the safety of passengers and crew. The rulemaking process can take multiple years, and the agency has welcomed intervention from Congress on the matter.
Vice President Kamala Harris has responded to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' comments about Russia's war in Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of standing up for the values of democracy and freedom, and for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of other nations. She said that it is in America’s interest to ensure that other nations have the same opportunities for prosperity and security. Harris' remarks demonstrate the Biden administration's commitment to defending the sovereignty of other nations and standing up for the values of democracy and freedom.
Make America Great Again Inc., a super PAC closely aligned with former President Donald Trump, has filed a 15-page complaint with the Florida Commission on Ethics accusing Governor Ron DeSantis of running a "shadow presidential campaign" while in office. The complaint alleges that DeSantis is a de facto candidate for president while also serving as governor, and should have to resign under a state law that prohibits people from holding elected office while seeking another. Trump acknowledged earlier this week that DeSantis is "probably" his biggest challenger in the presidential primary, and the investigation will likely have a major impact on the political landscape in the coming months.
The Hyatt Regency Miami is facing the potential revocation of its liquor license after hosting a Christmas-themed drag show in December that allegedly allowed minors to attend. The complaint filed by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation states that the event was “lewd” and “vulgar” and that minors were admitted, and that the hotel failed to properly enforce its admission policy. The administration of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is now seeking to revoke the hotel’s liquor license, with the consequences of the revocation yet to be determined.
Make America Great Again Inc. is set to file a complaint on Wednesday with the Florida Commission on Ethics accusing Governor Ron DeSantis of violating state ethics and election laws with his “shadow presidential campaign”. The complaint alleges that DeSantis’ pro-DeSantis super PACs, book tour, and campaign contributions are unlawful and intended to influence his official decision to resign from office. The Commission is responsible for investigating and enforcing the state’s ethics laws, and will decide how to respond to the complaint.
Key takeaways: Trump and DeSantis have made it clear that if they become president, US weapons and ammunition to Ukraine would be in danger and…
Key takeaways: Senator Lindsey Graham argued that US support for Ukraine is a vital national interest and that failure to stand up to Putin’s aggression…