Video: Ex-FEMA employee says she’s being ‘scapegoated’ in Hurricane Milton controversy
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November 19, 2024 13:42 UTC
Trump criticised for nominating Robert F Kennedy Jr to head biggest US health agency
Janice Hopkins Tanne New YorkUS president elect Donald Trump met widespread criticism when he announced the nomination of Robert F Kennedy Jr, a vaccine denier, to head the Department of Health and Human Services when he takes office in January. Trump has said that Kennedy could “go wild on health.”1Such an appointment requires Senate approval, and this controversial nominee might face problems even though Republicans hold a slim majority there. However, Trump could try a “recess appointment,” which allows the president to appoint high level officials when the Senate is not in session. Recess appointments last …
Source:Washington Post
November 19, 2024 13:38 UTC
Two women testified that Matt Gaetz paid them for sex, lawyer says
A woman testified to the House Ethics Committee that former congressman Matt Gaetz paid her for sex and that she witnessed President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for attorney general having sex with a 17-year-old at a party, her lawyer said over the weekend. Several have raised doubts that he would have the 50 votes needed to be confirmed after what would doubtless be a damaging and scandalous confirmation hearing. “Matt Gaetz will be the next Attorney General,” he said, noting that President Joe Biden’s Justice Department ended the investigation into Gaetz without charges. AdvertisementGaetz spent the weekend phoning multiple senators on the judiciary committee, saying he felt he could defend himself in a hearing. Sen. John Neely Kennedy (R-Louisiana) said Gaetz called him and asked if he’d get a “fair shake” at his confirmation hearing.
Source:Washington Post
November 19, 2024 13:36 UTC
VIdeo: Jon Stewart performs one-act play about ‘Morning Joe’ co-hosts’ Mar-A-Lago visit
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November 19, 2024 13:36 UTC
5 Things: SpaceX prepares for the launch of Starship’s sixth test flight and more
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November 19, 2024 13:29 UTC
Commentary: Trump’s worst Cabinet picks aren’t just unqualified, they’re part of a bigger power grab
Former Rep. Gaetz, Trump’s nominee for attorney general, has promised to purge the Justice Department and FBI of anyone who might get in the president’s way. Trump “is going to hit the Department of Justice with a blowtorch — and that torch is Matt Gaetz,” former Trump aide Stephen K. Bannon said last week. AdvertisementThe result would be what one expert called “transformation by intimidation.”Trump has also proposed weakening Congress’ power to direct federal spending — one of the legislative branch’s core functions. He plans to revive the practice of “impounding” funds — blocking agencies from spending money that Congress has appropriated for programs he doesn’t like. A 1974 law made impoundment illegal, but Trump has suggested that he will ignore the prohibition and challenge it in court.
Source:Los Angeles Times
November 19, 2024 13:23 UTC
NFL.com, New York Times Increase Bucs' Playoff Chances - JoeBucsFan.com
The Bucs haven’t improved on the field in weeks, but those around them are suffering so much that Tampa Bay’s postseason chances have improved significantly. So the Seahawks, 49ers and Rams all have a 5-5 record, but per the NFL’s super computers and data gurus, each of those teams has a worse chance at the postseason than the Bucs do. The 49ers are at 31 percent, the Seahawks sit at 21 percent and the Rams are stuck at 14 percent. Regardless, the Bucs’ chances improved after the Falcons getting blown out yesterday and the 49ers falling to the Seahawks. Ira Kaufman Talks Todd Bowles’ Stay-The-Same Approach, Fan Reaction, Post-Bye Changes, Mike Evans’ Streak, Team Glazer & The Hot Seat, And More
Source:New York Times
November 19, 2024 12:50 UTC
Prep talk: Weston Port, Noah Mikhail show you can stay home and be noticed
Linebackers Weston Port and Noah Mikhail became stars from their freshman year through senior seasons and never wavered in betting on themselves It was important they stay with friends and in their community. Port leaves San Juan Hills with a scholarship to UCLA and Mikhail will depart Bonita High for Texas A&M. This is a daily look at the positive happenings in high school sports. Sign up for the L.A. Times SoCal high school sports newsletter to get scores, stories and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes prep sports so popular. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Source:Los Angeles Times
November 19, 2024 12:49 UTC
Philippines Hit by Multiple Typhoons
Philippines Hit by Multiple TyphoonsCamarines, Philippines —(Map)Over the last month, the Philippines has been hit by six major storms, including five typhoons. Every year, the country gets hit by about 20 storms or typhoons. Following that, in the last eleven days alone, the country has been hit by four more typhoons. On November 14, the Philippines was hit by another powerful storm – Typhoon Usagi, which hit with 130 mph (210 kph) winds. Without giving the islands a chance to recover, Super Typhoon Man-yi showed up just two days later.
Source:CNN
November 19, 2024 12:33 UTC
Ukraine Invasion Day 1000: Zelenskyy, "The rockets will speak for themselves.”
President Biden has authorized the first use of U.S.-supplied long-range missiles by Ukraine for strikes inside Russia, U.S. officials said. The weapons are likely to be initially employed against Russian and North Korean troops in defense of Ukrainian forces in the Kursk region of western Russia, the officials said. Mr. Biden’s decision is a major change in U.S. policy. The choice has divided his advisers, and his shift comes two months before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office, having vowed to limit further support for Ukraine. Allowing the Ukrainians to use the long-range missiles, known as the Army Tactical Missile Systems, or ATACMS, came in response to Russia’s surprise decision to bring North Korean troops into the fight, officials said.
Source:New York Times
November 19, 2024 12:27 UTC
New York Times : Jeanna Smialek and Jim Tankersley Join International
We are thrilled to announce two high-power additions to the International desk: Jeanna Smialek as our new Brussels bureau chief and Jim Tankersley as our new Berlin bureau chief. In their respective roles, Jeanna and Jim will be central to our Europe coverage, tackling some of the biggest issues in the region, including migration, extremism, climate change and geopolitics. Both consummate beat reporters, they bring a depth of policy and political knowledge, along with the ability to explain and entertain on even the most complicated topics. Jeanna and Jim are notably inventive, as they work with colleagues across the newsroom to tell their stories on multiple platforms. Jim used a quiz to break down two presidents' economic wins, while Jeanna explained how productivity affects the economy in this vertical video.
Source:New York Times
November 19, 2024 11:38 UTC
Video Colorado University fans sang Happy Birthday to 100-year-old superfan
Colorado University fans sang Happy Birthday to 100-year-old superfan Peggy Coppom celebrated her 100th birthday on Saturday while attending the Colorado Buffaloes' 49-24 victory over the Utah Utes, where the crowd sang "Happy Birthday" to her.
Source:ABC News
November 19, 2024 11:22 UTC
Video From viral video to old country sound for Mason Ramsey
From viral video to old country sound for Mason Ramsey ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with country singer Mason Ramsey about his journey through fame, from his viral video as a young boy yodeling in a Walmart to his new music album.
Source:ABC News
November 19, 2024 11:18 UTC
Video Prosecutors accuse Sean Combs of attempting to influence witnesses, jury pool
Prosecutors accuse Sean Combs of attempting to influence witnesses, jury pool Sean "Diddy" Combs is accused of trying to influence witness testimony unlawfully. He allegedly used other inmates' phone accounts and made three-way calls to people not on his approved contacts list.
Source:ABC News
November 19, 2024 11:01 UTC