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America One News
10 Oct 2024
#politics
Breitbart: FEMA Does Damage Control After Mayorkas Says Agency Running Out of Money
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell stated that the agency has sufficient funds to manage responses to Hurricanes Helene and Milton, contradicting Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas, who claimed FEMA lacks the resources for the hurricane season.
The Biden administration has faced criticism for its handling of disaster relief and has accused Republicans of spreading misinformation regarding FEMA's budget allocations.
Breitbart: Watch Live: Donald Trump Speaks at the Detroit Economic Club
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak at the Detroit Economic Club on October 10. The event will focus on economic issues.
#society
The Telegraph: How pro-Hamas protests unfolded on US campuses – and why it could be a problem for Britain
Khymani James, a Columbia University student, was suspended for making extremist statements against Zionists. Initially, the pro-Palestine group CUAD distanced itself from his comments but later reversed their stance, showing increased support for James and pro-Palestinian activism.
This shift reflects a growing trend of radicalization on US campuses, potentially influencing similar movements in the UK. James is suing the university and maintains his stance on his comments.
Breitbart: Video: Hurricane Milton Peels Roof Off Tampa Bay Rays Stadiu
Hurricane Milton severely damaged Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Rays, tearing off its roof while it served as a shelter. Fortunately, no injuries were reported among those inside during the incident.
The hurricane, classified as a Category 3 storm, resulted in multiple fatalities and significant property damage, with assessments pending.
Le Monde: Protests banned in French island Martinique and curfew declared after riots
Authorities in Martinique have declared a curfew and banned protests following renewed riots over rising food prices, resulting in one death and injuries to 26 police officers. The unrest has included looting, burning barricades, and clashes with law enforcement.
The situation escalated after weeks of protests demanding lower food prices, which are significantly higher than in mainland France. The local government aims to restore order amid ongoing tensions.
The Economist: Hurricane Milton inundates Florida
Hurricane Milton struck Florida's west coast on October 9th, bringing 120mph winds and causing extensive damage, including tornadoes and power outages affecting 3.2 million residents. At least ten fatalities have been reported, with the full impact yet to be assessed.
The storm resulted in significant infrastructure damage, including a water-main break in St. Petersburg. Recovery efforts will take time as assessments of the destruction continue.
#foreignaffairs
Human Events: Biden-Harris admin frustrated that Israel refuses to provide details of potential retaliatory attack on Iran: report
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke with President Biden about Israel's military response to Iran's missile attacks. The U.S. expressed frustration over the lack of information regarding Israel's counter-offensives and urged caution to avoid civilian harm in the region.
Biden reaffirmed U.S. support for Israel's security while emphasizing the need for diplomatic solutions in Lebanon and Gaza. U.S. officials seek clarity on Israel's planned retaliation against Iran, which remains unspecified.
#military
Fox News: Russia has suffered more casualties in Ukraine war than all other conflicts combined since WWII: Pentagon
Russia has incurred approximately 600,000 casualties in its conflict with Ukraine, surpassing losses from all previous conflicts since World War II. September marked the deadliest month for Russian forces, with high casualties reported despite ongoing military efforts.
U.S. officials noted that Ukraine has also faced significant losses, though exact numbers remain undisclosed. Despite these challenges, the U.S. continues to support Ukraine with military aid while monitoring Russia's strategies and troop deployments.
The Telegraph: Lithuania installs ‘dragon’s teeth’ to fend off potential Russian attack
Lithuania has reinforced its bridges to Russia with anti-tank barriers known as “dragon’s teeth” and additional firepower to deter potential attacks. This measure is part of broader fortifications along the Kaliningrad border, intensified since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
The Lithuanian defense ministry emphasized these actions as precautionary, with plans for further fortifications and potential demolitions of certain bridges if necessary. Other neighboring EU and NATO countries are also enhancing their defenses in response to regional tensions.
#crime
The Western Journal: TD Bank Hit with Record $3 Billion Penalty Over Drug Cartel Money Laundering Scandal
TD Bank has been fined a record total of $1.89 billion by the Department of Justice and other federal agencies for failing to monitor money laundering activities effectively. Investigators found that over 90% of accounts were not monitored, allowing over $670 million to be laundered.
The bank's deficiencies included inadequate compliance with anti-money laundering regulations and a lack of action on known problem accounts. Federal oversight will continue for the next four years to ensure improvements in monitoring practices.