Republican senators have proposed a resolution to revoke President Joe Biden's executive action to forgive some federal student loan debt, arguing that it is unfair to those who have made responsible financial decisions. The resolution, led by Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, has 35 GOP co-sponsors and is currently under review. Opponents of the resolution argue that forgiving student loan debt will help stimulate the economy and provide much needed relief to those struggling to pay off their loans.
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A deadly series of storms and tornadoes have caused destruction across the South and Midwest, with more than 20 million people under the risk of severe storms on Sunday. Andrew Dennard, a resident of Rolling Fork, described the sound of the tornado as “like a freight train”, leaving his home shattered and nearly leveling some neighborhoods. Local officials are urging people to remain vigilant and to take necessary precautions as more storms are expected throughout the day.
A powerful storm system is moving eastward, bringing heavy rain and potential tornadoes to the Southern Plains and Deep South. Tornadoes have already touched down in Texas and Louisiana, causing power outages and flight cancellations. The National Weather Service has issued tornado warnings and watches, and teams will survey areas for likely tornado damage on Friday. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay up to date with the latest weather forecasts.
Four people have been arrested in connection with the alleged rape of Madison Brooks, a Louisiana State University student, who was then fatally hit by a car. Kaivon Washington, 18, and an unnamed 17-year-old juvenile have been charged with third-degree rape, while two other suspects, Casen Carver, 18, and Everett Lee, 28, have been charged with principal to third-degree rape. The four suspects are currently being held in the East Baton Rouge Parish Prison and the investigation is ongoing.
A mother in Hammond, Louisiana, fatally shot an intruder who broke into her home with her two young children inside earlier this week. According to…