PHOENIX — Arizona Republicans issued rebukes to three of the party’s most prominent figures on Saturday, approving resolutions to censure Gov. Doug Ducey, former Senator Jeff Flake and Cindy McCain, the widow of former Senator John McCain. Though largely symbolic,
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Biden repudiates white supremacy, calls for racial justice
Rare for an inaugural address, President Joe Biden issued a strong repudiation of white supremacy and domestic terrorism seen on the rise under Donald Trump. In his speech Wednesday, Biden denounced the “racism, nativism, fear, demonization,” that propelled the assault
Trump’s last-minute pardons include Steve Bannon, Lil Wayne and scores of others
President Donald Trump issued a raft of 11th-hour pardons and commutations early Wednesday that included his onetime political strategist, a former top fundraiser and two well-known rappers. #CNN #News
With Hours Left in Office, Trump Grants Clemency to Bannon and Other Allies
WASHINGTON — In one of his last acts in office, President Trump issued clemency grants on Wednesday to a variety of allies, including pardons for Stephen K. Bannon, his former chief strategist, and Elliott Broidy, one of the president’s top
Pastor Who Advised Two Presidents Is Sentenced to 6 Years for Cheating Investors
In fact, the bonds, which had been issued by the former Republic of China before Mao Zedong’s Chinese Communist Party came to power in 1949, were virtually worthless, prosecutors said. The current Chinese government does not recognize the bonds, and
Who Is Eligible for the Covid Vaccine?
How does eligibility vary by state, and why? Although the C.D.C. issued recommendations last month for which groups states should vaccinate initially, while the vaccine supply is still relatively low, the priorities are not binding and each state has come
After refusing to do so, Trump orders flags to be flown at half-staff.
President Trump on Sunday issued a proclamation ordering that the American flag at the White House and at all federal buildings and grounds be lowered in honor of two U.S. Capitol police officers who died after the violent riot by
‘Shock and disbelief’: The world reacts to riot at US capitol
World leaders and top diplomats have issued strong condemnations of rioters who stormed the US Capitol building in Washington, some pressing President Donald Trump to call off the violence. CNN’s Clarissa Ward has the latest. #ClarissaWard #CNN #News
Biden Blasts Trump for Delayed Covid-19 Vaccine Distribution
President-elect Joe Biden issued a scathing critique of President Donald Trump over the slow distribution and administration of the Covid-19 vaccine, saying the United States is “falling behind, far behind.” And according to an NBC News analysis, if the vaccination
Kobe Bryant’s widow says her mother is trying to ‘extort a financial windfall’ with lawsuit
Vanessa Bryant issued a statement Thursday saying her mother was trying to “extort a financial windfall,” the Los Angeles Times reported. | Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP Vanessa Bryant’s mother claims she is owed years of pay for working as an unpaid
Trump silent in wake of massive cybersecurity hack
An alarming new alert issued by the Department of Homeland Security’s cyber arm revealed that Russian hackers suspected of a massive, ongoing intrusion campaign into government agencies, private companies and critical infrastructure entities used a variety of unidentified tactics and
More Hacking Attacks Found
WASHINGTON — Federal officials issued an urgent warning Thursday that the hackers who had penetrated deep into government systems also used other malware — and different attack techniques — that posed “a grave risk to the federal government.” The warning,
New At-Home Covid Test Gets Green Light From F.D.A.
The Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday issued an emergency authorization for the country’s first coronavirus test that can run from start to finish at home without the need for a prescription. People as young as 2 years old are
Court Finds Evidence of Crimes Against Humanity in the Philippines
MANILA — The International Criminal Court issued a preliminary report on Tuesday in which it said there was evidence to show crimes against humanity had been committed in the Philippines under President Rodrigo Duterte, whose bloody drug war has left
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Turkey Over 2017 Purchase of Russian Missile Defenses
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration issued sanctions against Turkey’s military acquisitions agency on Monday to punish the NATO ally more than three years after it bought a missile defense system from Russia. The economic and travel penalties against Turkey’s Presidency
House committee issues subpoena for Census documents
The congressional committee that oversees the Census Bureau issued a subpoena Thursday to U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross, seeking documents related to data irregularities that threaten to upend a yearend deadline for submitting numbers used for divvying up congressional seats.
Pasadena restaurants will close outdoor dining on Sunday night, as new state order kicks in
Under a state order issued Saturday, Dec. 5, Pasadena restaurants — until now, Los Angeles County’s last eateries allowed to serve in-person diners — will be required to close outdoor service on Sunday night, Dec. 6. It’s a devastating blow
San Francisco Bay Area issues new stay-at-home order
The health officers in six San Francisco Bay Area regions have issued a new stay-at-home order as the number of virus cases surge and hospitals fill By OLGA R. RODRIGUEZ and JULIET WILLIAMS Associated Press December 4, 2020, 10:00 PM
Southwest issues layoff warnings to 6,828 employees
Southwest Airlines said on Thursday it had issued notices to 6,828 employees warning them that they could be furloughed, amid a slump in demand for air travel due to the coronavirus crisis. The involuntary furloughs will happen on March 15 or
U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Chinese Communist Party Members
The Trump administration on Wednesday issued new rules to curtail travel to the United States by members of the Chinese Communist Party and their immediate families, a move certain to further exacerbate tensions between the two countries. The new policy,
‘Assume You’re Infected’ If You Traveled or Gathered With Family Over Thanksgiving, Says Birx
The government’s top public health experts issued dire warnings to the American public in appearances on Sunday news shows as the country stands on the precipice of what may be one of its deadliest winters. Around the country, hospitalizations are
Wisconsin issues recount order sought by Trump in 2 counties
The Wisconsin Elections Commission issued an order Thursday to recount more than 800,000 ballots cast in two heavily liberal counties at President Donald Trump’s request. The order, required by law after Trump paid $3 million for the recount, was agreed
FDA gives emergency clearance to Eli Lilly’s experimental COVID-19 antibody treatment
The Food and Drug Administration on Monday issued an emergency clearance to Eli Lilly’s experimental COVID-19 antibody treatment. The drug, praised by President Trump, was proven effective in clinical trials at reducing the need for hospitalizations in coronavirus patients at
In Voting Cases, Chief Justice Roberts Is Alone but in Control
WASHINGTON — In a little over a week, the Supreme Court issued five sets of orders in election cases. In three of them, Democrats prevailed. Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. wrote an opinion in only one of the cases,
Kavanaugh Fixes Mistake in Election Opinion After Vermont Complaint
Justice Brett M. Kavanaugh on Wednesday corrected a mistake in an opinion issued as part of a Supreme Court ruling that barred Wisconsin from counting mail-in ballots that arrive after Election Day. In the opinion, which was issued on Monday
MLB investigating Justin Turner returning to field after positive coronavirus test
Major League Baseball issued a statement Wednesday regarding Dodgers third baseman Justin Turner’s positive coronavirus test and his subsequent presence on the field to celebrate the Dodgers winning the World Series on Tuesday, placing blame on Turner for refusing to
U.S. Embassy in Turkey Issues Terrorism Alert and Halts Services
ISTANBUL — The U.S. Embassy in Turkey issued a security alert on Friday, saying it had received reports of a possible coming attack on Americans and other foreigners, and temporarily suspended consular services. “The U.S. Mission in Turkey has received
US Embassy in Turkey issues alert on potential attacks
ISTANBUL – The U.S. Embassy in Turkey issued a security alert Friday, saying it received reports of a possible attack on Americans and other foreigners, and temporarily suspended consular services. “The U.S. Mission in Turkey has received credible reports of
Disneyland, Other California Theme Parks, Get Rules for Reopening
California health officials issued long-awaited guidance for reopening theme parks in the state on Tuesday, setting targets for when attractions like Disneyland Resort, in Anaheim, and Universal Studios Hollywood, in Los Angeles, can open their doors. For the big parks,
Disney+ adds longer content advisory on movies for ‘negative depictions’ of race
Disney+ has added a longer version of the content advisory it issued on several movies in November 2019, including films like “The Aristocats,” “Dumbo,” “Peter Pan,” “Lady and the Tramp” and “The Jungle Book.” The new warning graphic runs for