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Biden Has Cracked Down On Big Business Mergers And Monopolies. Are Americans Better Off Because Of It?

Biden Has Cracked Down On Big Business Mergers And Monopolies. Are Americans Better Off Because Of It? Will Kessler on February 4, 2024 The Biden administration has pursued a more aggressive antitrust approach than previous administrations, filing numerous lawsuits seeking to break up large companies and block mergers with mixed success. The administration’s antitrust action through either the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or the Department of Justice (DOJ) has been aggressive since the president took office in January 2021, targeting tech companies like Google and Microsoft, but also airlines, e-commerce and more. Some conservatives say the crackdown will increase competition

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White House: US vice president’s plane diverted because of storm

WASHINGTON (Reuters) – U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris’s plane, Air Force Two, was diverted on its way back from Atlanta on Tuesday because of weather conditions, her office said. “Tonight, en route from Atlanta, GA, Air Force 2 was diverted to Dulles International Airport from Joint Base Andrews due to inclement weather,” Harris’s spokesperson, Kirsten Allen, said in a statement. The plane encountered “wind shear,” according to a source familiar with the incident. Wind shear is a change in wind speed or direction over a short distance, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. The plane landed safely at Dulles and

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Chris Christie Says He Supported Trump Twice Only Because He Was Winning

NEWARK, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie publicly expressed regret over his previous endorsements of Donald Trump for the presidential elections in 2016 and 2020. Christie acknowledged his error in judgment, highlighting the importance of character in a presidential candidate. “I have an admission to make: Eight years ago, I endorsed Donald Trump because he was winning. I was wrong. And unlike everyone else in this race, I can admit when I make a mistake. In the end, the most important characteristic of any candidate for president of the United States is simple: Character,” Christie posted on X.

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Study Claims Americans Leaving Crime-Infested Cities Because of Climate Change

NEW YORK, NY — A recent study published in Nature Communications has provided insights into how flood exposure is influencing population trends in the United States. The research, led by Evelyn G. Shu and a team of experts, utilized historic flood data from 2000 to 2023 across the Contiguous United States to understand the relationship between flood exposure and population changes. The study correlates the fleeing from major U.S. cities with climate change and not the decline in quality of life, increase in crime or other factors such as COVID-19 related remote working opportunities or job availability as major corporations

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Texas Man Crushed Baby’s Skull Because Her Crying Interrupted His Video Games

BEAUMONT, TX – Bryce L. Ceaser, a 25-year-old Texas man, has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for the 2021 killing of his girlfriend’s 11-month-old daughter, Ka’Oir Stevens. The Jefferson County jury found Ceaser guilty of felony injury to a child and aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury. The incident, which took place on Dec. 3, 2021, began when Ceaser was babysitting Ka’Oir while her mother was at work. Beaumont Police Department responded to a call about an infant allegedly choking and brought to St. Elizabeth Hospital with critical injuries. Ka’Oir was later pronounced dead due to severe physical

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EU deal on budget review stuck because of Germany’s internal fiscal problems

BRUSSELS (Reuters) – The biggest obstacle to a deal on a mid-term revision of the European Union’s 7-year budget is the internal discussion in Germany on the country’s own budget, thrown into turmoil by a constitutional court ruling, the EU Budget Commissioner said. Johannes Hahn told a news briefing that Hungary, which has called for a strategic discussion on the EU’s policy towards Ukraine, including 50 billion euros ($54.66 billion) in EU budget support over the next four years, was likely less of an issue to reach a deal. “Now the biggest problem is that Germany is so distracted by

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Small Business Saturday Has Little Impact on Restaurants and Stores Shut Down Because of Violence in D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC – It’s Small Business Saturday today, but that doesn’t mean much for the small businesses in Washington, D.C. that are being forced to shut their doors forever citing of out-of-control crime and violence. A number of popular establishments in Washington, DC, have ceased operations, leaving a notable void in the city’s culinary and social scene. Deco, a well-regarded bar with an art deco theme, has recently shuttered, joining several other businesses in the area that have closed their doors. The management of Deco has yet to release a statement explaining the closure. Patrons speculate financial issues could be

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Trump: Chris Christie Upset Because He Didn’t Get a Job in Administration

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Former U.S. President Trump had harsh words for ex-New Jersey Governor Chris Christie after learning that Christie was booed off the stage at a Florida Republican party rally. Trump said Christie just has sour grapes because the former president didn’t give him a job while he was President of the United States. “I heard he got booed off the stage today,” Trump said. “What’s he doing? He’s at like one and a half percent. What’s it all about? He’s just doing it because I didn’t give him a job in the administration?” “What’s he doing?” Trump asked

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Man Attacked on NYC Subway ‘Because You’re Jewish’

NEW YORK CITY, NY – The New York City Police Department is making a request to the public for assistance in identifying an individual associated with a hate crime assault. The incident took place on Saturday, October 14, at 11:30 pm, inside the 42nd Street and Lexington Avenue Subway Station’s 7 Train passageway. A 29-year-old female was suddenly punched in the face by an unidentified male. When she inquired about the motive behind his action, he replied, “because you are Jewish” and subsequently fled the scene. The woman sustained minor injuries due to the assault. The NYPD’s Hate Crimes Unit

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Rand Paul Refuses To Back Cyber Bills Because Of DHS Agency’s Alleged Censorship

Rand Paul Refuses To Back Cyber Bills Because Of DHS Agency’s Alleged Censorship Jason Cohen on October 18, 2023 Republican Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul has said that he will withhold support for cybersecurity legislation until the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) regains the trust of the American people, following allegations of biased censorship, The Washington Post reported on Wednesday. “CISA has blatantly violated the First Amendment and colluded with big tech to censor the speech of ordinary Americans,” Paul told the Post.  “CISA does not and has never censored speech or facilitated censorship,” CISA Executive Director Brandon Wales told

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Blue City Mayor Suing Carmaker Because Their Cars Are Too Easy to Steal

BALTIMORE, MD – In a bold legal move, Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott has announced that the city is filing a lawsuit against automakers Hyundai and Kia. The lawsuit claims these companies have failed to implement essential vehicle immobilization technology in their cars, making them easy targets for thieves. Scott did not mention any efforts to keep repeat car theft criminals behind bars, instead blamed the automakers for making the cars to easy for criminals to steal. “The cost-cutting measures implemented by Hyundai and Kia, at the expense of public safety, are unacceptable. Our residents are now vulnerable to crime, and

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Angry Shopper Shoots At Workers Because Store Was Closed

COLUMBUS, OH – The Columbus Division of Police is seeking assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a shooting incident at a gas station under remodeling in west Columbus. On May 6, 2023, police officers were dispatched to the 1400 block of Sullivant Ave. following a reported shooting. According to the workers on site, a man attempted to make a purchase at the gas station. Upon being informed that the store was temporarily closed for remodeling, the individual became agitated. Workers then asked him to vacate the premises. Surveillance footage captured the man as he began to drive away from

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Christie Says Won’t Run For Senate Because He Can’t Win; Continues Floundering Presidential Run

MORRISTOWN, NJ – Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie won’t be jumping on the U.S. Senate bandwagon in light of multiple corruption-related charges lodged against U.S. Senator Robert Menendez. Christie said he won’t run a campaign for the senate to challenge Menendez. “No, I have no interest in being in the United States Senate,” he said. Instead, Christie continued his campaign for U.S. President where he is polling between 2% and 6% in various polls, trailing far behind both former U.S. President Donald J. Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.

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AOC Says She Bought Non-Union Tesla Because There Was a Pandemic Going On

NEW YORK, NY – Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) has stated that the timing of the COVID-19 pandemic influenced her decision to buy a Tesla rather than another electric vehicle more aligned with her party’s principles. The remark comes after scrutiny for owning a vehicle not produced by union workers. AOC was called out when she purchased the expensive vehicle after moving into her swank D.C. apartment. Now she is being asked again, why she did not buy a car made by union labor. Ocasio-Cortez emphasized the purchase occurred “before a vaccine had come out,” suggesting limited options during that period. “Our

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Did You Lose an Iguana? Because the Cops Just Found One

ABSECON, NJ – An adventurous iguana took a detour on Upland Avenue, leaving residents and the Absecon Police Department scratching their heads. If your pet iguana is missing from its terrarium and you’re starting to wonder if it’s out forging a solo career in reptile modeling, worry no more. The local authorities have your green escape artist, and he or she is safe, probably a bit puzzled, but definitely off the streets. The Absecon Police Department, adding “exotic animal handler” to their list of special skills, is inviting the rogue iguana’s owner to come forward. Don’t forget your iguana’s baby

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‘Don’t Care’: Texas Lt Gov Says Biden ‘Lies’ About Border Because He Thinks The ‘American Public Is Just Stupid’

‘Don’t Care’: Texas Lt Gov Says Biden ‘Lies’ About Border Because He Thinks The ‘American Public Is Just Stupid’ Harold Hutchison on September 18, 2023 Republican Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick of Texas accused President Joe Biden of thinking that the “American public is just stupid” when it comes to the situation at the border. Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas has claimed that the border is secure on multiple occasions. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre also made that claim during an Aug. 31 White House press briefing. WATCH: “They have been lying to us the entire time. They think

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In New York, Biden says he is running for re-election because democracy is at stake

By Steve Holland NEW YORK (Reuters) – U.S. President Joe Biden, who is raising cash for his re-election campaign while visiting New York for meetings with world leaders, acknowledged concerns about his age on Monday but said he was running because democracy was still at stake. “A lot of people seem focused on my age. Well I get it. Believe me, I know better than anyone,” Biden, 80, told supporters at a fundraiser on Monday evening. Biden defeated former President Donald Trump, a Republican who ran on a “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) slogan, in the 2020 election and may

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New Jersey Muslim Mayor Suing White House Because they Think He’s a Terrorist

WASHINGTON, DC – USA Today reports that a Muslim mayor in New Jersey is moving to sue the White House after he was banned after his name apparently appeared on a terrorism watch list. Mayor Mohamed Khairullah, who leads Prospect Park, New Jersey and is the state’s longest-serving Muslim mayor, is set to file a lawsuit against the Biden administration. He claims his sudden disinvitation from a White House Eid al-Fitr event was due to his name being on a terrorism watchlist. Khairullah revealed to USA Today in May that he had been denied security clearance by the Secret Service,

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Ron DeSantis Says Media Has To Cover For Biden’s ‘Weakness’ Because ‘Nobody Wants’ Kamala Harris Taking Over

Ron DeSantis Says Media Has To Cover For Biden’s ‘Weakness’ Because ‘Nobody Wants’ Kamala Harris Taking Over Harold Hutchison on September 11, 2023 Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida said Monday that the media is covering for President Joe Biden because “nobody wants” Vice President Kamala Harris to take over. Biden’s aides hastily cut off a press conference during his trip to Vietnam after he randomly said he was going to go to bed. He visited that country after attending the G20 summit in India. WATCH: “This is a guy that is stumbling around the world stage. He is projecting

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Cops Called to Toms River Home Because Mom Snooki Said No TikTok

TOMS RIVER, NJ – An officer with the police department showed up at Nicole ‘Snooki’ Polizzi’s home in Silverton after her daughter called 911 to report the Jersey Shore star was being mean to her. Polizzi revealed the incident on her weekly podcast Snooki and Joey last week. “I thought I was going to be on TMZ for something terrible,” she said. “She called the cops on me.” Snooki said she has a house full of guests eating pizza and her daughter wanted her to help her with her TikTok account, but she “just wouldn’t do it for her in

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Traveler Abandoned Dog at Airport Because He Didn’t Have a Crate

PITTSBURGH, PA – This morning, at around 5:30 a.m., Allegheny County Police Department officers stationed at Pittsburgh International Airport responded to a call concerning an unattended dog found in a stroller on airport premises. After locating a microchip on the animal, officers attempted to contact the owner but were unsuccessful. Further investigation revealed that airline officials had instructed the owner to place the dog in a crate for the flight. Instead, the owner abandoned the dog near the short-term parking area and proceeded to board their flight. To ensure the dog’s safety and well-being, county police reached out to the

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‘We’re Here Because Of People Like You’: School Board Votes To Inform Parents About Student Gender Transitions

‘We’re Here Because Of People Like You’: School Board Votes To Inform Parents About Student Gender Transitions Brandon Poulter on July 21, 2023 A California school district voted Thursday to require that school officials notify parents if their child wants to change their gender. The Chino Valley Unified School District (CVSUD) voted 4-1 to approve a policy that requires school employees to inform parents within three days if their child wants to identify as a gender that is different from their biological sex, or asks to be referred to as a different name than their legal name. Dozens of parents

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New Jersey Energy Czar Says The World Is Not Safe Because You Won’t Buy an EV

TRENTON, NJ – New Jersey BPU Commissioner Dr. Zenon Christodoulou says the world is not safe right now and blamed gas-guzzling cars, electric stoves, pizza ovens, and gas heating systems in homes and businesses for it. Christodoulou did not identify those items by name but said New Jerseyans’ carbon footprints are too big, and the world is at risk because of it. He used the platform to push the state’s agenda of converting every gasoline-powered vehicle to electric by 2035 and programs that give government subsidies for New Jersyans to buy electric vehicles. “The world is not safe right now

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‘Chosen Because She’s Black’: Winsome Sears Scorches Ketanji Brown Jackson Over Affirmative Action Dissent

‘Chosen Because She’s Black’: Winsome Sears Scorches Ketanji Brown Jackson Over Affirmative Action Dissent Harold Hutchison on June 29, 2023 Republican Lt. Gov. Winsome Sears of Virginia ripped Associate Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson Thursday over her dissent in one of two cases involving race-based admission policies. “What you have is a justice who was chosen because she’s black and because she’s a woman,” Sears told Fox News host Martha MacCallum. The Supreme Court struck down admission policies at the University of North Carolina and Harvard that took race into account, with a 6-3 ruling in the case of North Carolina

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‘Best Impeachment Insurance’: DeSantis Says Biden Picked Harris As VP Because ‘No One Wants Kamala’

‘Best Impeachment Insurance’: DeSantis Says Biden Picked Harris As VP Because ‘No One Wants Kamala’ Harold Hutchison on June 22, 2023 Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis of Florida said Thursday that Vice President Kamala Harris was “impeachment insurance” for President Joe Biden, because nobody “wants” her to be president. While 86% of Biden voters who responded to a Suffolk/USA today poll released June 13 said they felt comfortable with Harris as president, Harris has polled around a 36% approval rating, and has come under fire over staff departures while also facing critical coverage from the media. WATCH: DeSantis on why Biden picked

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