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Selma Blair joins President Biden to celebrate American Disability Act #Shorts

Selma Blair joins President Biden to celebrate American Disability Act #Shorts

Selma Blair gave remarks and joined President Joe Biden at the White House for a ceremony to commemorate the American Disability Act. RELATED: President Joe Biden slams ‘MAGA Republicans’ for shutdown close call https://youtube.com/shorts/FQQ0fehE-Lk » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://tinyurl.com/45u72b27 » USA TODAY delivers current local and national …

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Tim Scott calls out Vivek Ramaswamy over alleged China business deals #Shorts

Tim Scott calls out Vivek Ramaswamy over alleged China business deals #Shorts

Vivek Ramaswamy said that he was the only GOP candidate “not bought and paid for.” Sen. Tim Scott used those words against him in the second debate. https://shorturl.at/lvX01 RELATED: Senate advances spending bill as House takes different path https://youtube.com/shorts/v2oLVBM5rIc Republican presidential candidates gathered in California on Wednesday for the second GOP primary debate of the 2024 election season. Seven candidates …

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USPS unveils Ruth Bader Ginsburg stamp to honor late justice #Shorts

USPS unveils Ruth Bader Ginsburg stamp to honor late justice #Shorts

The U.S. Postal Service announced plans for a first-day-of-issue ceremony to unveil a stamp that honors the legacy of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. http://bit.ly/459giv2 RELATED: Rep. John Lewis, civil rights icon, honored with USPS stamp https://youtu.be/ShoVY0KqKgY The United States Postal Service announced Thursday plans for a first-day-of-issue ceremony to unveil a new Forever stamp that honors the legacy of late Supreme …

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Senate reverses relaxed dress code after backlash #Shorts

Senate reverses relaxed dress code after backlash #Shorts

Business attire will now be required for senators on the chamber floor after a decision for a relaxed dress code by Sen. Chuck Schumer was reversed. RELATED: Senate dress code will not be enforced, draws criticism from GOP https://tinyurl.com/df372tv7 The Senate has unanimously passed a formal dress code requiring business attire on the chamber floor, including a coat, tie and …

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Cassidy Hutchinson’s new book reveals chaos inside Trump’s White House | USA TODAY

Cassidy Hutchinson’s new book reveals chaos inside Trump’s White House | USA TODAY

Cassidy Hutchinson’s new book, “Enough,” details her last weeks in the White House as a top aide to former Chief of Staff Mark Meadows. https://bit.ly/3LE31Uf RELATED: NJ Sen. Bob Menendez, indicted on corruption-related charges https://youtu.be/qBWnMF8V8mc One of the biggest surprises in the new book from Cassidy Hutchinson, the former White House aide whose testimony electrified congressional hearings into the Capitol …

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GOP debate: Chris Christie, Ron Desantis slam missing-in-action Trump #Shorts

GOP debate: Chris Christie, Ron Desantis slam missing-in-action Trump #Shorts

Republican presidential candidates Chris Christie and Gov. Ron Desantis both commented on former President Trump’s deficit at second GOP debate. RELATED: Tim Scott calls out Vivek Ramaswamy over alleged China business deals https://youtube.com/shorts/2Qwy37sCx7g Republican presidential candidates gathered in California on Wednesday for the second GOP primary debate of the 2024 election season. The seven candidates who qualified for the event …

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What the New York lawsuit could mean for Donald Trump and his family | USA TODAY

What the New York lawsuit could mean for Donald Trump and his family | USA TODAY

Former President Donald Trump, three of his children and some business executives are accused of fraud by New York Attorney General Letitia James. https://tinyurl.com/4s4hkaa5 RELATED: Cassidy Hutchinson’s new book reveals chaos inside Trump’s White House https://youtu.be/qhx78pA6gBc A judge ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the …

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Biden blames ‘extreme’ House GOP members for potential shutdown | USA TODAY

Biden blames ‘extreme’ House GOP members for potential shutdown | USA TODAY

President Joe Biden calls out a “small group of extreme House Republicans” for pushing the government towards a shutdown. RELATED: Kevin McCarthy confident government shutdown is far off https://youtube.com/shorts/BDtLh4qRYP8 » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://tinyurl.com/45u72b27 » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, …

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Biden administration commits resources to Ukraine’s Zelenskyy #Shorts

Biden administration commits resources to Ukraine’s Zelenskyy #Shorts

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is trying to rally support for his country in the U.S. while facing growing resentment from neighboring Poland. https://tinyurl.com/24r73sr5 RELATED: At least five people were killed and dozens injured across Ukrainian cities early Thursday in a barrage of missile and artillery strikes that appeared to back up President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s contention at the United Nations that …

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UAW strike: Biden urges automakers to share record profits with workers #Shorts

UAW strike: Biden urges automakers to share record profits with workers #Shorts

Speaking at the White House hours after about 13,000 workers walked off the job, Joe Biden encouraged automakers to share profits with workers. https://tinyurl.com/3j687343 RELATED: United Auto Workers strike begins after failed contract negotiations https://youtube.com/shorts/BBg2aHwhhjE President Joe Biden urged Detroit’s Big Three automakers on Friday to share their profits with workers, appearing to tip the scales toward United Auto Workers …

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Zelenskyy addresses nuclear weapons threats in UNGA speech #Shorts

Zelenskyy addresses nuclear weapons threats in UNGA speech #Shorts

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy delivered an emotional speech, condemning Russia, at the United Nations General Assembly. https://tinyurl.com/46w7j645 RELATED: Secretary of State Blinken emphasizes support for Ukraine https://youtu.be/S4q7AQdC3K0 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy offered a grim view of the future at the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday: If Russia’s aggression is allowed to spread, it won’t stop there. The chilling remarks by …

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Senate dress code will not be enforced, draws criticism from GOP #Shorts

Senate dress code will not be enforced, draws criticism from GOP #Shorts

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says the dress code will not be enforced, allowing for a more casual, Silicon Valley-style Senate. https://tinyurl.com/4byxf9s5 RELATED: Kevin McCarthy confident government shutdown is far off https://youtube.com/shorts/BDtLh4qRYP8 U.S. senators no longer have to dress to impress. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said Monday that staff for the chamber’s Sergeant-at-Arms will no longer be tasked with enforcing …

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Elon Musk asked by Israeli prime minister to ‘stop’ antisemitism on X #Shorts

Elon Musk asked by Israeli prime minister to ‘stop’ antisemitism on X #Shorts

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk at a Tesla plant in San Jose where they discussed free speech and technology. RELATED: Elon Musk warns artificial intelligence done wrong could be ‘severe’ https://youtube.com/shorts/cZoEa1Edblw » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://tinyurl.com/34t3ueac » USA TODAY delivers current …

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Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Closing arguments focus on evidence #Shorts

Ken Paxton impeachment trial: Closing arguments focus on evidence #Shorts

Texas senators will decide if suspended Attorney General Ken Paxton is guilty or innocent of charges, including bribery and abuse of office. https://tinyurl.com/msf5f9br RELATED: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton trial: Opening statements begin https://youtube.com/shorts/WQK9PlayreM After deliberating for XX hours Friday, the Texas Senate has announced it’s ready to vote on 16 articles of impeachment, including bribery and abuse office, that …

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Biden honors 9/11 victims, service members during speech in Alaska #Shorts

Biden honors 9/11 victims, service members during speech in Alaska #Shorts

President Joe Biden honored the victims of 9/11 during a speech in Alaska, while thanking service members who’ve protected the U.S. since the attacks. https://bit.ly/453tW2Z RELATED: 9/11 tribute shines over New York City https://youtube.com/shorts/wRRwNTZxidU Speaking to military members, first responders and their families at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, President Joe Biden pointed to the sense of national unity …

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