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Thursday, October 12, 2023

Louisiana Republican Steve Scalise Withdraws From U.S. House Speaker Race

At a conference meeting on Thursday night, Steve Scalise, the Louisiana Republican who holds the position of House majority leader, declared he was giving up on his quest to become speaker.

Following a full day of protracted negotiations with fellow Republicans that many deemed fruitless, the announcement was made.

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Social Security benefits to rise 3.2 percent

Social Security benefits will increase by 3.2 percent in 2024, marking a much smaller cost-of-living adjustment than the past two years amid cooling inflation.....MORE

11th Circuit deals blow to DeSantis Admin on drag shows for children crackdown

A 2-1 decision by the 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday upheld a previous injunction that halted a new Florida law restricting children from attending certain adult live performances, such as drag shows. The ruling denied a request from Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration for a partial stay on the injunction, originally put in place by U.S. District Judge Gregory Presnell, who was appointed to the federal bench by President Bill Clinton in the final months of his presidency.

DeSantis’ lawyers had argued the injunction should be limited to Orlando restaurant Hamburger Mary’s, which had filed the initial lawsuit. However, the court extended the ruling to all venues statewide.

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Wednesday, October 11, 2023

‘Young Turks’ host Cenk Uygur announces primary bid against Biden

“The Young Turks” founder Cenk Uygur announced on his show Wednesday that he will run for president as a Democrat, directly challenging President Biden.....MORE

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Youth mental health crisis growing in the post-pandemic years, but everyone can help

Since the pandemic, there has been an increase in mental health disorders among young people in the United States. According to The Department of Health and Human Services, many youths are dealing with depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts.....MORE

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Florida Department of Children & Families addresses turbulent Medicaid redetermination process, excessive call wait times

Deputy Secretary of Florida DCF, Casey Penn // The Florida Channel, 10/11/23

A state Senate committee met Wednesday morning to discuss Florida’s turbulent Medicaid redetermination process. One key topic on the table was excessively long wait times for Medicaid’s call center.....MORE

Global emissions from energy use to increase through 2050: analysis

Despite efforts to shift toward low-carbon energy, global emissions from energy use will increase through 2050, according to a new analysis.

A new report from the U.S. government found that population and income increases will “offset” the impacts of efficiency and lower carbon intensity.

The report, from the independent Energy Information Administration (EIA), said that while there will be some shift away from fossil fuels, current policies are “not enough” to cut global emissions from energy use.

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Israel’s pledge to eliminate Hamas raises fears of what lies ahead

The European Union and United Nations have already warned that Israel is committing war crimes in its response to Hamas, pointing to Jerusalem’s announcement of a sweeping siege on Gaza.

Biden has avoided similar public statements, giving Israel space to target Hamas in what is likely to be a brutal military operation on the densely populated Gaza Strip, where the terrorist group has blended its infrastructure among the civilian population.

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Scalise secures GOP Speaker nomination

House Republicans on Wednesday nominated Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) to be the next Speaker, sending his candidacy to the House floor following Rep. Kevin McCarthy’s (R-Calif.) stunning ouster last week, multiple lawmakers told The Hill.....MORE