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Democrat Bob Casey concedes Pennsylvania Senate race to Dave McCormick

Fox News Pennsylvania Democrat Sen. Bob Casey on Thursday announced he has conceded the race to Republican candidate Dave McCormick more than two weeks after Election Day. Casey said in a statement that he called McCormick to congratulate him. McCormick’s campaign also independently confirmed the news to Fox News Digital. “I just called Dave McCormick…

Trump’s Education Secretary Pick, Linda McMahon, Named in Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

New York Times Linda McMahon, who ran World Wrestling Entertainment for decades, was accused in the lawsuit of not preventing one of the organization’s employees from victimizing children who helped set up wrestling rings. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/us/linda-mcmahon-sexual-abuse-lawsuit-trump-education-secretary.html

Senator Bob Casey Concedes to Dave McCormick in Pennsylvania

New York Times Mr. Casey, a three-term Democrat, bowed out of his race against David McCormick, a Republican who led narrowly amid a recount of votes in one of the nation’s top Senate races. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/us/politics/bob-casey-david-mccormick-pennsylvania-senate.html

Russians Launch New Missile at Dnipro, U.S. Provides Ukraine With New Tactical Weapons

Defense.gov The Defense Department has characterized the intermediate-range ballistic missile as “experimental” in that it’s the first time a weapon of its kind has been used on the battlefield in Ukraine, Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh said. https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3975321/russians-launch-new-missile-at-dnipro-us-provides-ukraine-with-new-tactical-wea/

With Gaetz dropping out, do Hegseth, RFK Jr. and Gabbard now have bigger targets on their backs?

Fox News Former Rep. Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal as President-elect Trump’s nominee for attorney general amid growing fallout over sex trafficking allegations may prove problematic for Trump’s other controversial picks for top administration positions. Gaetz took his name out of consideration Thursday as Pete Hegseth, Trump’s choice to serve as defense secretary, was wrapping up meetings…

Some Senate Republicans Welcome Gaetz’s Withdrawal

New York Times Matt Gaetz, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice for attorney general, faced what appeared to be long odds of securing the votes needed for confirmation in the Republican-controlled Senate. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/us/politics/matt-gaetz-withdraws-trump-ag.html

The 2026 Georgia Governor’s Race Kicks Off With a First Hat in the Ring

New York Times The state’s attorney general, Chris Carr, a Republican, is the first person in either major party to declare his candidacy for statewide office in Georgia. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/11/21/us/politics/georgia-governor-race-2026.html

DOD Adjusts Nuclear Deterrence Strategy as Nuclear Peer Adversaries Escalate

Defense.gov Multiple nuclear peer adversaries challenge the security of the U.S. and its allies and partners, according to the Defense Department. https://www.defense.gov/News/News-Stories/Article/Article/3975117/dod-adjusts-nuclear-deterrence-strategy-as-nuclear-peer-adversaries-escalate/

Maryland governor defends $190K Trump-centric consulting contract as president-elect moves in next door

Fox News Maryland’s Democratic governor tapped one of the world’s largest risk-management firms for a short-term contract in preparation for Republican President-elect Trump moving in next door. Gov. Wes Moore hired Accenture PLC, an Irish IT and consulting firm with an estimated $60 billion in revenue, to be its eyes and ears on Trump’s return…

Justice Department blocks random drug searches of travelers at airports

Washington Post The Justice Department moved to limit the DEA from doing random searches at airports and other transportations facilities following an Inspector General review that raised questions about the agency’s procedures. https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/11/21/doj-blocks-dea-searches-airports/