Category: Nations
Goon Squad Violence Leads to Federal Investigation of Miss. Sheriff’s Office
New York Times The Justice Department will determine if allegations of widespread violence and improper searches amount to a pattern of discrimination in the department. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/us/goon-squad-mississippi-sheriffs-office.html
Read MoreOne killed in stabbing attack in Dutch city of Rotterdam
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. According to the NOS television channel, the attack occurred near the Erasmusbrug bridge in the city center https://tass.com/emergencies/1845479
Read MoreAir defence systems operated near Cherkasy and on its outskirts – media
Pravda Ukraine The air defence systems were responding to Russian drones near Cherkasy on the night of 19-20 September. Source: Suspilne Cherkasy, a Cherkasy-related branch of Ukrainian public broadcaster Quote: “Air defence is operating near Cherkasy and on the outskirts of the city.” Details: The Air Force reported that the threat of attack drones lasted…
Read MoreDonald Trump’s Hasidic fans lament canceled Williamsburg campaign stop
Jerusalem Post Trump’s Williamsburg visit has been canceled after the restaurant owner’s death, leaving Hasidic supporters disappointed but understanding amid community buzz. https://www.jpost.com/us-elections/article-820977
Read MoreZelenskyy awards winners of the 2024 Paralympic Games – photo, video
Pravda Ukraine President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has presented state awards to the champions and medallists of the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. Source: Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Twitter (X) Quote: “138 athletes in 17 sports – each one of them expanded the geography of Ukraine’s victories at the Paralympic Games in Paris, bringing Ukraine an…
Read MoreTop Georgia Republican’s Texts Highlight the Party’s Deep Divide on Trump
New York Times Messages sent by Lt. Gov. Burt Jones of Georgia, a Trump ally, show the state party’s leadership fracturing in real time after the 2020 election. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/us/georgia-burt-jones-texts-trump.html
Read MoreSpringfield, Ohio, Braces for a Trump Visit, Though Details Are Scarce
New York Times Donald Trump promised to visit the city “in the next two weeks.” Some residents welcomed a visit, but others were opposed, as officials said preparations were underway. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/us/politics/trump-springfield-ohio.html
Read MoreHow the Robinson Report Could Affect the Presidential Race in North Carolina
New York Times A Democratic presidential candidate has not won North Carolina since 2008. But the drama around Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson, the Republican nominee for governor, is sure to bolster their hopes. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/19/us/politics/mark-robinson-cnn-report-presidential-race.html
Read MoreRussia delivers urgent assistance to Mali — portal
Disclaimer: TASS is Russian government propaganda, and not a reliable news source. The delivery was organized as part of military cooperation between Russia and Mali to boost defense and security ties https://tass.com/politics/1845477
Read MoreShow vote: Republicans make political statement in going against Speaker Johnson
Fox News It was a “show vote” of a different kind in the House of Representatives Wednesday night. The vote showed which Republicans opposed a combination bill to avoid a government shutdown and require that people prove they are citizens to vote. It’s known as the SAVE Act. “You’ve got to own your votes,” said…
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