Republicans Block Release

Republicans Block Release of Gaetz Report

Also, Biden agreed to give Ukraine anti-personnel mines. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

Top stories - The New York Times - 23 hours ago

Raffensperger assures Georgia that voting systems are secure amid Trump campaign's lawsuit

A Georgia judge rejected a lawsuit trying to block opening some election offices over the weekend to let voters hand in their mail ballots in person. CBS News' Nikole Killion has more on the ...

Republican senator calls for release of Matt Gaetz ethics report to chamber

Markwayne Mullin says Senate ‘should have access’ to file on Trump’s AG pick, who was accused of sexual misconduct. Discussion on Donald Trump’s selection of Matt Gaetz, the former Florida ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

A Republican Trifecta

With the House, Republicans would have full control of the federal government next year.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 12

Will DOGE put spending on the chopping block?

President-elect Donald J. Trump has tapped Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to head up a non-governmental Department of Government Efficiency to recommend what government programs should be cut, with ...

Politics - The Hill - 10 hours ago

Stephen Bannon, Released From Prison, Says He Is ‘Empowered’

Mr. Bannon, the combative right-wing strategist, said if Trump’s vote totals on Election Day look like 2020, he should once again declare himself the winner.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 29

The Biggest Game Releases Of November 2024

We're just two months away from the 2024 finish line, and after several months of high-profile game releases, November feels like a good time to catch up on your backlog. That's not to say that ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 31

Elle Edwards murder accomplice's early release is a mockery, says her father

Elle Edwards's father, Tim, says releasing Thomas Waring to ease prison overcrowding is a "kick in the teeth".

Iran says woman detained after undressing released without charge

Ahoo Daryaei was released from a psychiatric ward into the care of her family, Iranian authorities say.

2025 Upcoming Movie Release Schedule

It's almost 2025, and as we look into the new year, there is a whole new slew of movies coming to theaters. There are plenty of movies to be added to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, spooky films ...

Tech - GameSpot - 2 days ago

Trick or treating with Philadelphia's Republicans

The Americast team are in costume for this one

Republicans Clinch Control of the Senate

After picking up seats in West Virginia, Ohio and Montana and winning an unexpectedly close race in Nebraska, the G.O.P. sealed a majority. Tight races in swing states will determine their margin.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 6

Republicans capture Senate majority

Republicans on Tuesday captured the Senate, Decision Desk HQ projects, ending their painful four-year stretch in the minority. The victories come as a welcome relief to Republican senators after ...

Politics - The Hill - November 6

Republicans won the Senate

How big will the Republicans' U.S. Senate majority be?

The new Republican war on science

Robert F Kennedy Jr’s appointment is characteristic of Trump’s hostility to expertise

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

'Bubbly' mum killed in tower block fall is named

Ms Atkinson's unborn baby was delivered in hospital and is receiving "critical care".

Tapestry-Capri Fashion Merger Is Blocked by Judge

The F.T.C. had sued to halt the merger of Tapestry, the parent of Coach and Kate Spade, and Capri, the owner of Versace and Michael Kors.

Business - The New York Times - October 24

Weekly quiz: Who blocked the King and Queen’s view?

Test how closely you've been paying attention to what has been going on over the past seven days.

Coach-Michael Kors Deal Blocked by Judge

A federal court sides with the FTC, which argued that a Tapestry-Capri merger would raise prices for handbags.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 25

Which N.F.L. Stars Could Be on the Trading Block This Season?

The Athletic’s insider shares the latest on Rams star Cooper Kupp, the struggling 49ers and big-name defensive players.

Sports - The New York Times - October 27

Judge partially blocks Texas transmission law

A federal judge on Monday struck down a section of a Texas law that gives state utilities the “right of first refusal” for building new electrical transmission lines. The law, SB 1938, made it ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

Missouri sues DOJ in effort to block poll monitors

The Republican-led state of Missouri on Monday asked a judge to block the Justice Department from dispatching lawyers to St. Louis to monitor adherence to federal voting rights laws on Election ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Pennsylvania judge refuses to block Musk's $1M giveaways

A Pennsylvania judge on Monday refused the Philadelphia district attorney’s request to block daily $1 million giveaways from Elon Musk’s pro-Trump super PAC in the lead-up to the election. Judge ...

Politics - The Hill - November 4

Swinney blocked from voting over name snafu

Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he was not allowed to vote on Election Day; there will be a Friday hearing to resolve the issue.

Sports - ESPN - November 5

Block reports revenue miss but a slight beat on earnings

Shares of Square parent Block tumbled in extended trading on Thursday after the company reported disappointing revenue for the third quarter.

Business - CNBC - November 8

Protests blocking bridges in Georgian separatist region of Abkhazia end

Protests that blocked bridges to the capital of the Russia-backed Georgian separatist region of Abkhazia have ended Tuesday after authorities freed five opposition supporters who were jailed the ...

World - ABC News - November 12

Chancellor and BoE governor call for UK to rebuild ties with EU

Reeves and Bailey highlight damage from Brexit amid concern about Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on trading partners

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Britain’s bold plan to create super funds

The case for consolidating the UK’s sprawling pension arsenal is strong

Business - Financial Times - November 14

Luna: Johnson blocked proxy voting for new moms

Politics - Politico - Yesterday

Gaetz Ethics Report Blocked, and the Trial That’s Horrified France

Plus, a $6.2 million piece of fruit.

Top stories - The New York Times - 11 hours ago

House Republicans brace for leadership scramble

House Republicans are bracing for potential leadership shake-ups in the coming weeks, a post-election scramble that will heavily depend on who wins control of the lower chamber and White House in ...

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Jimmy Kimmel: ‘Tonight’s Monologue Is for Republicans’

Kimmel made a 19-minute case against Donald Trump on Tuesday, asking viewers to “send it to a Republican you love.” (He did throw in a Biden joke.)

Top stories - The New York Times - October 30

Republicans maintain their grip on state capitals

Republicans broke up ruling trifectas in Michigan and Minnesota, while limiting their losses in Wisconsin.

Politics - Politico - November 6

Republicans retake control of US Senate

Republicans gain three seats, guaranteeing them at least 52 out of 100 in the new upper chamber.

FirstFT: Trump’s first appointment

Also in today’s newsletter, Fed cuts rates and Citi revamps wealth banker pay

World - Financial Times - November 8

Europe’s unity at risk as sense of crisis grows

The EU needs investment to boost growth and competitiveness, but the debate over who pays has echoes of the financial crisis

World - Financial Times - November 8

Republicans projected to maintain control of House

CBS News projected Wednesday that Republicans will keep their majority in the House, which along with control of the Senate, will make it easier for President-elect Donald Trump to fill his Cabinet ...

Trump's Rubio pick divides Republicans

Tensions are brewing over President-elect Trump’s move to tap Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) to serve as secretary of State, with some of the president-elect’s allies voicing concerns about the pick. ...

Politics - The Hill - November 14

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