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US senators reach deal on $1.2tn spending bill to avert government shutdown
Passing of the bill sparks backlash from Donald Trump’s supportersFinancial Times - World -
EU probes Apple, Meta and Alphabet under landmark new law
Big Tech groups are the first to face full investigations under bloc’s Digital Markets ActFinancial Times - Business - European Union -
Israel cancels White House visit after US doesn't block UN ceasefire vote
In a change in position, the US refrained from vetoing the ceasefire measure, which also calls for the release of hostages.BBC News - Top stories - Israel -
Israel agrees to reschedule delegation visit to the White House: US official
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has agreed to reschedule his delegation’s visit to the White House after he canceled the trip on Monday.ABC News - Top stories - Israel -
The White House Puts New Guardrails on Government Use of AI
Vice President Kamala Harris says new rules for government AI deployments, including a requirement that algorithms are checked for bias, will “put the public interest first.”Wired - Tech -
US repeatedly warned Russia ahead of Moscow attack, White House says
National security spokesperson says US passed on warnings and dismissed Russian allegations Ukraine was involved as ‘nonsense’. The US repeatedly alerted Russia that extremists were planning to attack large gatherings in Moscow ahead of last ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
Ukraine aid back on US agenda – but still at mercy of unruly Republicans
Speaker Mike Johnson averted government shutdown but faces far-right threat of removal over $60bn national security package. With the government funding fight resolved, the US House of Representatives is expected to soon turn to a long-stalled ...The Guardian - World - Ukraine -
White House looking for 'opportunity to repeal' funding bill provision preventing US embassies from flying pride flags
The White House said it is looking to work with Congress to repeal an effective ban on LGBTQ pride flags flown over U.S. embassies in legislation funding the government through September. President Biden signed the $1.2 trillion spending package ...The Hill - Politics -
Russia-Ukraine war live: White House says US passed written warning of Moscow attack to Russia
US describe Russian’s allegation that Ukraine was involved in attack as ‘nonsense’ and says it passed warning to Russian security services. The Russian communications watchdog Roskomnadzor has restricted access to 11 channels in the Telegram ...The Guardian - World - Russia -
White House holds press briefing
Watch live coverage as White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre holds a press briefing.NBC News - Top stories -
House Republicans had a bad day
A majority of House Republicans voted against funding the government, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene filed a motion to oust Speaker Mike Johnson and more bad news for the GOP.NBC News - Politics - Republican Party -
Biden signs $1.2tn spending package as government shutdown is averted
Package passed Senate late Friday night by vote of 74-24, narrowly averting shutdown and banning Gaza aid through March 2025. President Joe Biden on Saturday signed into law a $1.2tn budget bill to keep the US government funded through a fiscal ...The Guardian - World - Joe Biden -
Panthers boost pash rush with veteran Clowney
Free agent pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney has agreed to a two-year, $20 million contract with the Panthers.ESPN - Sports -
Dodgers keep spending, extend Smith for $140M
The Dodgers and All-Star catcher Will Smith agreed to a 10-year, $140 million contract extension.ESPN - Sports - MLB -
White House signals heavy campaign travel for Biden
The White House has been adding more jobs to their scheduling and advance team, a sign that President Biden is ramping up for a robust travel schedule in the coming months as he readies for a fierce reelection battle against former President ...The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
White House press briefing: Watch live
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre will deliver a daily press briefing Monday afternoon. President Biden is continuing an accelerated domestic travel schedule as he seeks to make his case for reelection at appearances before key ...The Hill - Politics -
Netanyahu's canceled delegation to DC perplexes White House
Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Netanyahu's canceled delegation to DC perplexes White House The already tense relationship between the U.S. and ...The Hill - Politics -
Easter Egg Roll at the White House Fast Facts
Read CNN's Fast Facts about the annual White House Easter Egg Roll.CNN - Top stories -
The cosmic ineptitude of House Republicans’ Biden impeachment inquiry
The Republican majority on the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability are proving to be the 1962 Mets of Congressional investigations. And that may be unfair to the historically bad team, which won only 25 percent of its games.The Hill - Politics - Joe Biden -
Texas Republican under investigation by House Ethics Committee
The House Ethics Committee announced Tuesday it is investigating Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas). The Ethics panel did not disclose the topic of the investigation, but Nehls in a statement said the probe is focused on his campaign’s finances. The Texas ...The Hill - Politics - Texas -
Democrats’ Plan to Save the Republican House Speaker
Speaker Mike Johnson has faced fury from ultraconservatives after a bipartisan spending bill.The New York Times - Top stories - House -
House Republicans Demand Full Impeachment Trial for Mayorkas
They argue that quickly dispensing with the charges, as senators in both parties are inclined to do, would be an affront to Americans.The New York Times - Top stories - Republican Party -
The suburban voter strategy isn’t as black and white as it used to be
That most conventional and familiar electoral prize, the white “swing” voter in affluent (and racially homogenous) suburbs, is something of a riddle.The Hill - Politics -
Sunday shows preview: House GOP infighting on full display as Congress narrowly averts shutdown
Congress narrowly avoided a government shutdown Saturday, sending the $1.2 trillion government funding bill to President Biden after a frantic week of negotiations, which will likely be the focus of this week’s Sunday talk shows. The House passed ...The Hill - Politics -
German train drivers' union and railway operator reach a deal in their long dispute
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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Reaches Deal to Avoid Criminal Trial
Nearly a decade after his indictment for securities fraud, Mr. Paxton will pay restitution, take legal ethics classes and do community service as part of an agreement with prosecutors.The New York Times - Top stories -
Seoul Bus Drivers End Strike After Reaching Wage Deal
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Should you use a personal loan to pay off credit card debt?
Want to pay off high-interest credit card debt with a personal loan? Find out if that plan makes sense here.CBS News - Top stories -
White House 'perplexed' after Netanyahu cancels delegation to DC
The White House on Monday said it was puzzled by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel a delegation meeting in Washington after the U.S. abstained from a U.N. Security Council vote calling for a cease-fire in Gaza. “We’re ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
EXCLUSIVE: White House Announces New Resources for Small Child Care Businesses
The administration is planning to lean on the U.S. Small Business Administration to help it dispatch funds to alleviate America's growing child care crisis.Inc. - Business -
White House working with Baltimore officials after bridge collapse
The Biden administration is coordinating with Maryland officials after Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed early Tuesday morning. The bridge was struck by a large cargo ship and terrorism is not suspected. CBS News political ...CBS News - Top stories -
JPMorgan chief Dimon had White House lunch with Kamala Harris
Meeting comes after Wall Street titan praised Donald Trump in Davos interviewFinancial Times - Business -
Israel agrees to reschedule delegation to discuss Rafah operation: White House
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has agreed to reschedule a high-level delegation meant to travel from Israel to Washington to discuss the ally’s plans for an operation in Rafah, the White House confirmed Wednesday. Days ...The Hill - Politics - Israel -
White House announces theme and details for 2024 Easter Egg Roll
The White House on Thursday cracked open the details of its upcoming Easter Egg Roll, slated for next Monday on the White House lawn. The first lady's office announced a continuation of the "EGGucation" theme that Jill Biden has used for each of ...The Hill - Politics -
White House releases first government-wide policy to mitigate AI risks
The White House on Thursday morning released its first government-wide policy aimed at mitigating the risks of artificial intelligence (AI), requiring agencies to take further action to report the use of AI and address risks the technology may ...The Hill - Politics -
White House ramps up defense of embattled Muslim American judicial nominee
The White House is amping up its defense of Adeel Mangi, who would be the first Muslim American ever to serve as a U.S. federal appeals court judge.NBC News - Politics -
Amid wars and White House race, celebs weigh risks of speaking out
Celebrities went all in during the 2020 and 2016 White House races, but they are proceeding with more caution this election cycle with an expected Biden-Trump rematch looming as multiple wars rage around the world. Annie Lennox knows firsthand ...The Hill - Politics -
White House: Putin linking Ukraine to Moscow attack ‘nonsense,’ ‘propaganda’
The White House on Thursday offered a fiery refutation to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s claims linking the Moscow attack, carried out by ISIS-K, to Ukraine. “I want to just take a moment to respond to both the nonsense and the propaganda that ...The Hill - Politics - Ukraine -
White House orders federal agencies to name chief AI officers
The Biden administration is ordering agencies to put safeguards in place to protect Americans' security and privacy.CBS News - Politics -
House Republicans Press Ahead With Effort to Remove Alejandro Mayorkas
Speaker Mike Johnson notified the Senate that the House will formally transmit the articles of impeachment on April 10, setting the stage for a trial almost immediately after Congress returns from recess.The Wall Street Journal - World - Republican Party