Senate ends block on 425 military promotions after Tuberville lifts hold
The Senate approved about 425 military promotions after Senator Tuberville ended a monthlong blockade over the Pentagon abortion travel policy. Critics argued the tactic punished officers unrelated to the policy while families faced uncertainty and unfilled key posts.
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Israel expands Gaza ground push into Khan Younis
Israeli troops moved into Khan Younis in Gaza as the fiercest battles of the ground offensive continued across the territory. The strike killed dozens in Deir al-Balah as the humanitarian crisis deepened with 1.87 million Gazans displaced and aid blocked. Netanyahu signaled long term security control over Gaza, opposing international force oversight.
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Harris sets record for tiebreakers in Senate votes
Vice President Kamala Harris broke a near 200 year record by casting her 32nd tie breaking vote to advance a federal judge nomination in Washington DC, later adding a 33rd to secure the confirmation. Senate Majority Leader Schumer labeled the milestone, while John C. Calhoun previously held the record with 31. GOP Speaker Johnson plans an inquiry vote on Biden amid Hunter Biden probes and other relatives. Biden donors discussed 2024 race amid warnings about democracy and Trump’s rhetoric.
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Trump sought power at any cost amid election claims
DOJ prosecutors describe a yearslong pattern by Donald Trump of sowing election mistrust and seeking to stay in power at any cost. The filing outlines a plan to admit Trump’s past statements and actions as evidence in the Washington DC obstruction case, including baseless fraud claims from 2012 and 2016, and retaliation against critics. Trial set to begin March 4.
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Court Signals Support for Tax on Foreign Income
The Supreme Court signaled it would uphold a tax on foreign income, while avoiding the broader wealth tax issue for another day. Justices discussed narrowing grounds to decide the Moore case from Redmond Washington, challenging a $15000 bill tied to Charles Moore's investment in an Indian firm, arguing it violates the 16th Amendment.
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