Police clear protest camp at GWU and arrest 33 demonstrators
Police used pepper spray to clear a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University prompting the arrest of 33 demonstrators as officials faced a hostile congressional hearing. District officials cited rising volatility and improvised weapons as the reason for the crackdown.
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Biden widens rift by pausing bomb shipments to Israel
The Biden administration halted about 3500 bombs including 2000 pound explosives amid growing U S frustration over Israel's Gaza war and Rafah invasion plans. Officials review other weapons sales while seeking to pressure a cease fire and hostage deal and keep Cairo talks on track.
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Ukraine plans electricity rationing after Russian strikes
Ukrainian officials said they will order electricity rationing across the country after a major overnight missile strike by Russia. Ukrenenergo warned of possible brownouts between 6 p.m. and 11 p.m. due to a power shortage. missiles and drones damaged thermal power stations, hitting DTEK facilities that supply about 20 percent of the nation’s electricity.
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Greene's bid to oust Speaker Johnson fails in House vote
House Republicans and Democrats defeated Marjorie Taylor Greene's motion to vacate Speaker Mike Johnson 359 to 43. Johnson’s leadership drew mixed praise as he defended his role amid GOP turmoil and foreign aid debates. Democrats led by Hakeem Jeffries backed tabling the resolution, signaling support for stability and preventing further chaos.
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