Former President Donald Trump is pressuring Republicans in Congress to steer clear of making cuts to Medicare and Social Security. … [Read more...] about Trump to GOP: Don’t ‘cut a single penny from Medicare or Social Security’
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Sierra Leone president signs women’s rights bill into law
A landmark bill mandating that women make up 30% of Sierra Leone's workforce and government positions went into effect on Friday along with paid maternity leave benefits extended to 14 weeks. … [Read more...] about Sierra Leone president signs women’s rights bill into law
EPA takes charge of Alabama landfill fire after state request
The Environmental Protection Agency is taking over extinguishment efforts for a landfill fire in Moody, Alabama, federal officials announced Thursday. … [Read more...] about EPA takes charge of Alabama landfill fire after state request
3 active-duty Marines charged in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
A Marine who said he was waiting for "Civil war 2" and two other active-duty members of the military have been charged with participating in the riot at the U.S. Capitol, authorities said in newly filed court papers. … [Read more...] about 3 active-duty Marines charged in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
Prosecutor suspended by DeSantis loses bid to get job back
A Florida prosecutor who Gov. Ron DeSantis had suspended will remain out of office since a federal judge on Friday ruled that he does not have the power to reinstate the prosecutor - despite ruling that the removal violated the First Amendment and Florida Constitution. … [Read more...] about Prosecutor suspended by DeSantis loses bid to get job back