Key takeaways: Vice President Harris has called on Congress to enshrine abortion rights into law. Harris has pushed back against Republican claims and attacks on…
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Reza "Ray" Baluchi, a Florida ultra-marathoner and peace activist, was arrested last week by the U.S. Coast Guard after attempting to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a homemade "human-powered hamster wheel". Baluchi had refused to get off the vessel and had threatened to harm himself or the crew when the Coast Guard attempted to board the vessel. This is reportedly the fourth time Baluchi has attempted to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a homemade vessel. The U.S. Coast Guard said they take "all maritime threats seriously" and will use all available resources to ensure the safety of life at sea.
Hurricane Idalia has caused immense destruction in Florida and other East Coast states, with an estimated $12-20 billion in damage and lost economic activity. President Biden has declared a major disaster and will be visiting the state to view the devastation firsthand. Homeowners are now turning to their insurance policies for help in the aftermath of the storm.
Tropical Storm Idalia made landfall in Florida as a Category 3 hurricane and is now bringing flooding to the coast of South Carolina. The National Hurricane Center has issued a storm surge warning for the area, and North Myrtle Beach, Garden City, and Edisto Island have already reported ocean water spilling onto beachfront streets. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay informed and take all necessary safety precautions.
President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Wednesday, discussing the impact of Hurricane Idalia and the federal government's role in providing assistance to affected states. He also addressed the climate crisis, noting the importance of infrastructure improvements made during the Obama-Biden years. Biden concluded his remarks by emphasizing the need for the nation to work together to rebuild and recover from the storm, and to address the climate crisis.
At the first GOP presidential debate, Nikki Haley took a shot at former President Donald Trump and other Republicans for their voting records, which was welcomed by President Joe Biden. GOP strategist Matt Mowers noted that none of the seven other candidates onstage felt the need to attack DeSantis, who had been a co-front-runner in the race just months ago. DeSantis’s performance was likely a factor in his falling from the co-front-runner position in the race, setting the tone for the rest of the race.
Eight Republican presidential candidates took the stage in Milwaukee on Wednesday night for the first GOP primary debate of the 2024 election cycle. Former President Donald Trump, who is leading the polls, chose to skip the showdown and instead taped an interview with Tucker Carlson. The debate kicked off with the candidates training their fire at President Biden, and it remains to be seen how they will fare in the coming months as they continue to campaign for the Republican nomination.
Key takeaways: Eight candidates will appear onstage in Wisconsin for the first Republican primary debate of the 2024 presidential cycle. The debate will be a…