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Title 42 surge: WH won’t discuss ‘hypotheticals’ about the numbers, says it will deal with crisis ‘humanely’

Fox News White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre refused to discuss “hypotheticals” about the number of migrants expected to surge across the southern border when Title 42 is lifted this week, stating there is a plan to deal with the crisis “humanely.” “So what you can expect from us is that we’re going to do…

Sen. Feinstein to Return to Senate After Extended Absence

Wall Street Journal Out since February, Sen. Dianne Feinstein’s spokesman said she plans to vote on Wednesday. https://www.wsj.com/articles/sen-dianne-feinstein-to-return-to-senate-after-extended-absence-28376320

Trump to appeal verdict in E. Jean Carroll case, says he has ‘absolutely no idea’ who she is

Fox News EXCLUSIVE: Former President Trump told Fox News Digital that he will appeal the ruling the E. Jean Carroll case, saying he has “absolutely no idea” who she is, while blasting the verdict as a “disgrace” and “a continuation of the greatest political witch hunt in history.” A federal jury in New York City…

3 militant leaders, 12 others reported killed in Israeli strikes on Gaza

Washington Post Israel said the commanders were responsible for recent terrorist attacks. The Palestinian Health Ministry said women and children were among the dead. https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2023/05/08/israel-strike-gaza-attack-jihad/

Texas gunman had ‘neo-Nazi ideation,’ officials say

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-742571

Israeli bus driver injured after mistakenly entering east Jerusalem

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-742570

Dem. US Senator Feinstein to make Washington return after illness

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-742569

Democrats Step Up Scrutiny of Crow’s Gifts, Business Dealings With Justice Thomas

Wall Street Journal Two Senate committees are seeking detailed accounting of the transactions. https://www.wsj.com/articles/harlan-crows-gifts-business-ties-with-justice-thomas-under-fresh-scrutiny-by-democrats-dd05661e

Saudi Arabia resumes work of its diplomatic mission in Syria

Jerusalem Post https://www.jpost.com/breaking-news/article-742568

Why a US-led, China-focused Asian Nato is no longer so far-fetched

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. An Asian equivalent to the transatlantic security alliance was once thought improbable, but changes to the geopolitical landscape have revived the idea. If China wants to stop an Asian Nato from forming, it must…