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17 Jan 2024
#politics
The Telegraph: Nikki Haley demands to debate with Trump
Nikki Haley cancels Republican debate, demands to debate Donald Trump. Haley claims Trump has "nowhere left to hide" and will only participate if Trump is on stage. Trump refuses to debate, citing his lead in polls. Haley focuses on New Hampshire, gains momentum.
Breitbart: GA Lawyer in Daily Beast: 'Why We Can't Shrug Off the Fani Willis Scandal'
Georgia lawyer explains why Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis should resign if allegations of benefiting a special prosecutor and romantic partner are true. Willis hired special prosecutor Nathan Wade, whom she was allegedly dating, and paid him nearly $700,000. If her choices to extend the investigation benefit her romantic partner, it constitutes an actual conflict of interest. There are concerns that the case against Trump may be dismissed or delayed due to these allegations and conflicts.
Fox News: Wisconsin Republicans clash over medical marijuana legalization plan
Wisconsin Republicans struggle to agree on legalizing medical marijuana. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos refuses to compromise with Senate Republicans over concerns about the bill's details. Senate Majority Leader Devin LeMahieu opposes the creation of state-run dispensaries.
Liberty Nation News: Outrage Escalates Over VA Helping Illegal Migrants - Liberty Nation News
Republicans claim that the Department of Veterans Affairs is providing resources to illegal migrants while veterans wait for care. The VA has a partnership with ICE to process medical claims for noncitizens, but critics argue that this diverts resources from veterans who need help. The backlog of claims for veterans is growing, and some lawmakers are pushing for legislation to stop the use of VA resources for undocumented immigrants.
Fox News: IRS leaker sought consultant role with express purpose of releasing Trump's tax returns, DOJ says
Justice Department prosecutors allege that Charles Littlejohn, an IRS consultant, sought his job specifically to leak former President Trump's tax returns. Littlejohn believed Trump was a threat to democracy and used his access to private tax information to further his own political agenda. He downloaded the returns and shared them with the New York Times and ProPublica. Republicans expressed concern over the charges, and lawyers for Trump are requesting the maximum sentence of five years in prison.
#society
Le Monde: French Parliament committee agrees draft language to protect abortion in Constitution
French lawmakers have taken a step toward including abortion rights in the French constitution, a promise by President Emmanuel Macron. The draft language offers women a "guaranteed freedom" to end pregnancies, but does not provide a full right to abortion. The move has raised concerns among conservative and far-right parties.
#foreignaffairs
Fox News: Israel's military kills top Hamas intelligence official in charge of investigating 'suspects of espionage'
Israel kills top Hamas official involved in espionage against the group in Gaza Strip. Israeli forces also engage with Hezbollah in Lebanon. Rockets fired from Lebanon to Israel have caused casualties on both sides. Two Israeli captives held by Hamas are reported dead.
The Telegraph: US set to reassign Houthis as terror group
The United States plans to designate the Houthis as a terrorist organization, reversing a decision made by Joe Biden three years ago. The move comes after Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping and Israeli officials urging the West to crack down on the group. The US believes addressing the threat posed by the Houthis is a global problem that requires collective action.
#economy
Breitbart: Twas the Season: Retail Sales Surge Higher Than Expected, Threatening to Ignite Inflation
American shoppers spent more in December than expected, with retail sales rising 0.6% compared to the previous month. The boost in sales was largely driven by car and truck purchases, and the strong figures suggest a resilient consumer market. However, this could also mean that inflation remains a concern, and may impact the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions.
GB News: EU industrial decline ‘very worrying situation’ for economy, union leaders warn
Europe's major trade unions warn of a "very worrying situation" as rising energy prices contribute to industrial decline. Industrial protection in the EU dropped by 0.2% month-on-month in November 2023, marking the third consecutive monthly decrease. Year-on-year, industrial output fell by 5.8%. Union leaders call for increased investment and express concerns about the impact on working communities and the rise of the far-right.
Forbes: JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon Says He Won’t Talk About Bitcoin Anymore—After Trashing It One Last Time
CEO Jamie Dimon of JPMorgan Chase criticizes bitcoin as worthless and only useful for criminal activities, despite JPMorgan's involvement in bitcoin exchange-traded funds. Dimon dismisses its recent regulatory approval and declares it a "pet rock."
Breitbart: Argentina's Javier Milei Takes Selfies, Greets Fellow Travelers on Commercial Flight to Davos
Argentine President Javier Milei flew commercial to the World Economic Forum in Davos, saving money for taxpayers. He greeted and took photos with passengers on the plane. Milei aims to promote foreign investment and combat socialist ideology.
#religion
GB News: Mike Parry in huge row over Prince William stepping away from Church of England
Mike Parry of GB News is furious at the idea of Prince William breaking ties with the Church of England. He argues that it would encourage followers of other religions and imply that Christianity is failing. Stephen Pound disagrees, suggesting that William doesn't need to be a faith leader and that it may be better for him to be a defender of all faiths. Parry insists that someone needs to protect the institution of the Church of England, while discussions among royal circles continue regarding William's future with the church.
#health
GB News: ‘Is this enough?’ Women’s health research boosted by £50m fund to ‘correct historical imbalance’
Candice Holdsworth questions if £50 million for women's health research is sufficient. UK Health Secretary Victoria Atkins aims to bridge the healthcare gender gap and prioritize women's health, allocating additional funds for maternity outcomes and exploring the effects of menstrual problems on working women.
Fox News: Kate Middleton hospitalized for surgery, expected to stay for up to 2 weeks
Duchess of Cambridge hospitalized for planned surgery, expected to recover in 10-14 days. Will not resume public duties until Easter.
#crime
Fox News: 2 NYPD officers shot trying to apprehend 'violent criminal' assaulting his mother: police
Two NYPD officers were shot in Brooklyn, New York, while trying to arrest a suspect with a violent criminal history. The suspect wrestled a officer's gun and opened fire, injuring both officers. The suspect was shot by police and is in critical condition.
Breitbart: DOJ: Cocaine Residue Found on Hunter Biden's Gun Pouch
Hunter Biden's legal defense against gun charges is hindered by the discovery of cocaine residue on his gun pouch, according to the DOJ. The evidence was used to oppose his request for dismissal. Prosecutors argue that he was not selectively charged for political reasons.
#outdoors
The Telegraph: Deadly fire ants form 'flood rafts' to spread across Australia
Deadly fire ants from South America are taking advantage of floods in Australia to colonize new territory. The ants, which can kill people with their sting, had previously been confined to certain areas but are now expanding due to heavy rainfall. There are concerns that the ants could continue to spread, causing harm to native wildlife, agriculture, and the economy.
#other
Fox News: ‘Wheel of Fortune’ host Pat Sajak yells at contestant to 'Shut up' in awkward moment
Longtime "Wheel of Fortune" host Pat Sajak shocked viewers with his harsh reaction to an excited contestant who yelled "Shut up!" after winning big. Fans criticized Sajak's behavior, while others defended him, suggesting it was just a joke.