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'Dazed And Confused': Key Takeaways From Congress Hearing On SEC's 'Politicized' Approach To Crypto

The Digital Assets Subcommittee of the House Financial Services Committee held a hearing Wednesday to discuss with stakeholders how the SEC has been handling crypto regulation, and many lawmakers expressed concern over the regulator's regulatory approach.

International Business Times

Should Airliners Be Forced To Fly Through War Zones?

Rep. Ritchie Torres (D–N.Y.) claims that airlines are engaging in discrimination and enabling price gouging by canceling flights to the Middle East without government permission.

Reason

Californians Are Now Being Charged Different Electricity Rates Depending On What Time They Use It—Bills Surge To Over $1,000

A recent, unnoticed change to California utility company pricing has led to significantly higher electricity bills for residents.

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Schumer joins growing chorus of pro-crypto Democrats—but Harris keeps silent for now

A new grassroots organization is trying to stop the Trump crypto wave by hosting a town hall with top politicians and industry leaders.

Fortune

Donald Trump Assassination Attempt: Bill Proposed To Boost Presidential Candidates' Protection

In a joint statement, Mike Lawler and Ritchie Torres said, "As reports continue to emerge, it's clear that more protection is needed for all major candidates for president,"

Latin Times

The Secret Service is investigating how a gunman who shot and injured Trump was able to get so close

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle was able to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at his rally in Pennsylvania

The Independent UK

Democratic Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Biden's 2024 Nomination

Congressional Democrats from deep blue states express concerns over President Biden's 2024 nomination, with some calling for him to step aside.

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Rep. Torres Warns Of Down-Ballot Impact Of Biden's Reelection

Rep. Ritchie Torres raises concerns about the down-ballot effect of President Biden's reelection bid and emphasizes the need for a data-driven approach in ...

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Rep. Torres Urges Democrats To Consider Down-Ballot Impact Of Nominee

Rep. Ritchie Torres advises Democrats to consider down-ballot impact of nominating President Biden and prioritize data-driven decision-making over personal...

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House Democrat Criticizes Party Members For Undermining President Biden

House Democrat criticizes party members for questioning Biden's 2024 candidacy post-debate, widening divisions within the Democratic caucus.

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Group of congressmen propose legislation to deny George Santos former member privileges

The amendment would ban the disgraced Long Island congressman — who recently announced he was launching an OnlyFans — from the House floor, dining facilities and administrative services

The Independent UK

NYC Rep. Jamaal Bowman ousted in primary contest marked by his stance on Israel-Hamas war

Westchester County Executive George Latimer beat the incumbent by two digits in what was the most expensive house primary ever

Latin Times

NYC Rep. Ritchie Torres clashes with Jamaal Bowman over criticism of his support for Israel

Bowman called Torres' stance "very calculated" as he's "trying to gain political power for himself." Torres described the statement a "gratuitous attack"

Latin Times

State department announces $275m in new aid package for Ukraine – as it happened

Latest tranche of aid includes Himars ammunition, artillery rounds and javelin anti-armor systems

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"Not In Our Name": Tablet on the Antisemitism Awareness Act

A Jewish journal argues the problem is not the Act's definition of antisemitism, but the larger anti-speech bureaucratic edifice.

WEKU

House passes bill aimed to combat antisemitism amid college unrest

House Speaker Mike Johnson met with a group of Jewish students at Columbia University who say they've experienced antisemitic speech and harassment from protesters on and off campus.

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New York Lawmakers Propose Antisemitism Monitor At Colleges

Bipartisan legislation introduced in New York to combat rising antisemitism on college campuses through the COLUMBIA Act.

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Rep. Torres Criticizes Columbia President For Handling Of Antisemitism

New York Representative Ritchie Torres criticizes Columbia University President for alleged failure to address antisemitism on campus.

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WEKU

House GOP leaders plan to take up Israel aid after Iran attack

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise said the chamber will consider legislation to support Israel after Iran launched dozens of drones toward Israel late Saturday night.

WEKU

When celebrities show up to protest, the media follows — but so does the backlash

The Middle East crisis has sharply divided Hollywood. Celebrities who've spoken out have lost jobs and been harassed. But there's a long history of celebrities lending their voices to bigger causes.

Roll Call

Susan Sarandon joins protesters on Capitol Hill calling for Gaza cease-fire - Roll Call

Until the actress showed up, “we’ve been walking these halls day after day after day and we never get the media to come with us,” one activist says.

Roll Call

Some House members forgo program to boost their home security - Roll Call

Some House members are not taking advantage of extra money from a House program meant to improve security at their residences.

Fortune

So why isn’t a Pokemon card a security?

Figures from SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce to Rep. Ritchie Torres have weighed in on the pressing crypto question, without clarity from regulators.

The Independent UK

105 Republicans vote to expel disgraced George Santos from Congress

The expulsion of the New York Republican gives Democrats a chance to pick up a seat

The Independent UK

From a resume of lies to an OnlyFans scandal: George Santos’s many, many controversies

Examining a play-by-play of the strangest string of scandals to hit DC in recent memory

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