Voicemail warned of cracking before Miami bridge collapse
An engineer’s voicemail about cracking at one end of the FIU pedestrian bridge was not heard before the collapse. NTSB officials said they are investigating and cannot confirm if the cracking contributed to the failure as rescue crews search debris for victims.
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FIU bridge disaster sparks scrutiny of rapid construction method
The 950 ton span was installed using Accelerated Bridge Construction ABC and collapsed onto a six lane highway five days later killing at least six. The incident raises questions about design build sequence and materials with investigations into MCM Construction and Figg Bridge Design.
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Haley Pushes U S Aid Tied to UN Votes Plan
A confidential memo from U S Ambassador Nikki Haley proposes rerouting foreign aid to punish UN votes against U S policies. It cites cuts to Palestinian refugees and urges evaluating aid to ensure it serves U S interests while noting potential exemptions for Iraq and Egypt.
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Paul Blasted Over Opposition to Haspel Nomination in Washington
U S Senator Rand Paul faced bipartisan criticism for opposing CIA nominee Gina Haspel as President Trump moves to elevate Pompeo to State. White House and Senate colleagues accused him of spreading incorrect information about a former CIA chief who helped oversee a waterboarding program.
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Kudlow pushes phase two of tax cuts amid 2025 sunset risk
White House adviser Kudlow urges a permanent phase two to lock in individual tax cuts. The plan faces a steep hurdle as Democrats, who opposed the 2017 overhaul, would need nine votes to overcome budget rules and advance any new bill in a polarized Congress.
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