Members of the Washington National Guard helped hand out about 200,000 pounds of potatoes Thursday that had been donated by farmers who were unable to sell to their regular restaurant customers due to the coronavirus outbreak. (May 14)
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Trump, Azar take on Bright as ‘angry, disgruntled’
President Donald Trump took issue with the testimony of government whistleblower Rick Bright who warned the administration was unprepared for the coronavirus pandemic. Trump called Bright a “disgruntled employee” who “didn’t do a good job.” (May 14)
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Nancy Pelosi outlines relief bill amid virus pandemic
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi held a news conference Friday to outline the Families First Coronavirus Response Act in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. House Democrats are expected to push the bill through Friday. (March 13)
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US heart surgeon treats children in Libya’s war
US heart surgeon treats children in Libya’s war
Sen. Michael Bennet drops out of presidential race
Colorado Sen. Michael Bennet is ending his bid for the Democratic presidential nomination after struggling to stand out in a crowded field.
Pres. Donald Trump trial gets underway with battle over rules
The historic impeachment trial of President Donald Trump got underway with a heated partisan battle over rules proposed by the Republican leader. Democrats decried the proposal as a cover-up, “designed by President Trump for President Trump.” (Jan. 21)…
Jet dumps fuel on Los Angeles elementary school causing minor injuries
Fire officials say jet fuel dumped by an aircraft returning to Los Angeles International Airport fell onto an elementary school playground Tuesday.
Arrests made in deadly California shooting
Police say they have arrested suspected gang members in the shooting deaths of four men last month at a backyard gathering of family and friends.
US Marines deploy to help US embassy in Baghdad
A detachment of one hundred Marines are reinforcing the US Embassy in Baghdad after Iraqi protestors attempted to storm the compound. (Dec. 31)
Jets General Manager Douglas wants to build winning culture
New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas enters his first full offseason in charge with optimism but knows there’s plenty of work to do after a 7-9 season. (Dec. 31)