Biden meets Griner, Whelan families at White House Families are pushing US to secure release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and former US marine Paul Whelan, held in Russia. Al Jazeera · Sep 16, 2022
White House says DeSantis, Abbott like ‘smugglers’ for transporting migrants from border The Biden administration increased its criticism of Ron DeSantis over his scheme this week to fly migrants to Martha’s Vineyard, accusing Florida’s Republican governor of deploying “smuggler tactics” to deceive asylum seekers. McClatchy Washington Bureau · Sep 16, 2022
White House press secretary loses patience with repetitive question from Fox reporter on migrants Television reporters often ask repetitive questions to let their network avoid having to air a competitor’s employee The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2022
This GOP strategist is calling on Republican senators to safeguard same-sex marriage With the Supreme Court's overturning of Roe v. Wade, many are concerned that same-sex marriage could be next. Will Republicans band together to protect this right for Americans? WEKU · Sep 16, 2022
Biden will meet with the families of Russia detainees Brittney Griner and Paul Whelan Joe Biden has said Griner and Whelan are wrongfully detained in Russia. Griner, a WNBA star, was convicted of marijuana possession, and Whelan, an ex-Marine, was convicted of espionage. WEKU · Sep 16, 2022
Biden, S. African leader to discuss Ukraine, trade, climate Presidents Joe Biden and Cyril Ramaphosa of South Africa are set for White House talks on Russia’s war in Ukraine, climate issues, trade and more The Independent UK · Sep 16, 2022
Biden to meet with families of Griner, Whelan amid prisoner-swap talks President Joe Biden will meet Friday with the families of a pair of Americans being held in Russia, after the U.S. publicly floated a swap to win their release. Tribune News Service · Sep 15, 2022
Biden To Meet With Brittney Griner's Wife And Paul Whelan's Sister: Is A Prisoner Swap In The Works? President Joe Biden will meet Friday with family members of WNBA star Brittney Griner and former Marine Paul Whelan as the White House continues to push for their releas Benzinga · Sep 15, 2022
‘Playing politics with human beings’: Biden slams GOP governors’ migrant flights ‘The children ... deserve better than being left on the streets of DC or being left in Martha's Vineyard’ The Independent UK · Sep 15, 2022
Biden met with families of Griner and Whelan at White House Both families have urged the Biden administration to secure the release of their loved ones. Axios · Sep 15, 2022
GOP's Graham unveils nationwide abortion ban after 15 weeks Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham has introduced a bill calling for a nationwide abortion ban The Independent UK · Sep 14, 2022
GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham introduces 15-week abortion ban in the Senate Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., has introduced a bill to create a federal ban on abortions at 15 weeks in an attempt to force Republicans to adopt a partywide consensus on the issue. WEKU · Sep 13, 2022
White House slams ‘wildly out of step’ anti-abortion bill from Lindsey Graham Republican senator’s proposal would outlaw abortions nationwide at 15 weeks of pregnancy The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2022
Biden given special permission to use armoured limousine known as ‘The Beast’ at Queen’s funeral Whitehall sources reportedly say Mr Biden has been granted special dispensation to make use of the US-built armoured Cadillac state car for security reasons The Independent UK · Sep 13, 2022
The Independent UK · Sep 12, 2022 White House confirms Trump not invited to Queen Elizabeth’s funeral The invitation from the British government does not permit President Joe Biden to bring any of his predecessors with him
Reuters · Sep 12, 2022 White House welcomes Tigrayan forces' openness to ceasefire in Ethiopia The White House said on Monday that it "welcomes" a statement by forces in northern Ethiopia's Tigray region that they would accept an African Union-led peace process.
Benzinga · Sep 12, 2022 Biden Unlikely To Act On Marijuana Before Midterms, Senators Talk Cannabis Banking Reform Yet Again Democrats are becoming more vocal about cannabis policy reforms as the midterms approach. They are urging President Biden to act on the issue. Pennsylvania Lt. Gov.
Benzinga · Sep 9, 2022 Criminalization Of Weed Is A 'Waste' Of Resources, Pennsylvania AG Says As Elections Approach With midterms approaching, cannabis is often in the spotlight of debates. Pennsylvania gubernatorial nominee Attorney General Josh Shapiro, who has expressed support for cannabis policy change previously, reiterated his support for marijuana legalization.
Reuters · Sep 9, 2022 U.S. seeks diplomacy with North Korea, White House says The United States has made clear it has no hostile intent toward North Korea and continues to seek diplomacy with the country, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters on Friday aboard Air Force One.
Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 8, 2022 Mossad Chief Kicks Off Meetings in Washington to Discuss Nuclear Deal Israeli Mossad chief David Barnea arrived in Washington for a series of meetings with US officials. Upon arrival at Andrews Air Force Base near Washington on Tuesday evening, Barnea met with senior officials of the White House, the US State Department, and the Pentagon. He also met with the Director…
The Guardian - US · Sep 8, 2022 White House warns Truss over efforts to ‘undo’ Northern Ireland protocol Biden administration says undoing the protocol would not be ‘conducive’ to a trade deal between the UK and US
Reason · Sep 7, 2022 Extra Discovery Allowed in States' Lawsuit Claiming Government "Colluded with and/or Coerced Social Media … companies to suppress disfavored speakers, viewpoints, and contents."
Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 7, 2022 Putin Says 'Impossible' to Isolate Russia President Vladimir Putin said Wednesday it was "impossible" to isolate Russia, as the country faces unprecedented Western sanctions over its military operation in Ukraine.
Tribune News Service · Sep 6, 2022 Judge says Fauci, Jean-Pierre must hand over emails sent to social media companies WASHINGTON — A federal judge in Louisiana ruled Tuesday that White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre and Dr. Anthony Fauci will have to turn over any emails they sent to social media companies about misinformation or the censorship of social media content.
The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2022 White House press secretary calls Fox News reporter’s question ‘ridiculous’ Conservatives have reacted with shock to Biden denouncement of Trumpism