Israeli Gaza hostage swap yields frail captives and prisoners
In Gaza City deir al balah Hamas released three gaunt Israeli hostages while Israel freed nearly 200 Palestinian prisoners in a ceasefire exchange pausing 16 months of war. Officials warn the fragile recoveries could pressure Netanyahu to extend the truce as debates continue on phase two and potential depopulation plans.
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DOGE led push to cut federal spending and remake government
After the election, officials describe Musk backed DOGE to overhaul the federal bureaucracy via the White House IT unit. DOGE staff gain broad access, with OPM data edits and the rush to cancel contracts. Agencies including GSA and Education push cost cuts, with staff reassignment and rapid, high pressure moves.
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Michael Peters
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Witte Named Lorain County Elections Board Member
Witte, Amherst resident and Republican State Central Committeeman for District 13, will join Lorain County’s four member elections board succeeding Jack Baird. The board includes Marilyn Jacobcik, Inez James, and Anthony Giardini. Witte has worked in campaigns and election integrity efforts since 2012 with the Ohio Election Integrity Network.
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Inez James
Anthony Giardini
Ohio Election Integrity Network
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