Former First Lady Michelle Obama has recently discussed her elder daughter, Malia's, decision to forego the use of her last name in her professional pursuits. It appears that both the Obama daughters are keen to carve out their identities independent of their famous surnames. Malia Obama, the elder of the two daughters, has elected to use her middle name, Ann, for the … [Read more...] about Michelle Obama Responds to Malia Dropping Last Name
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White House Fires Back at AOC Over Latest Call to Abolish ICE
The White House has responded to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., who has once again called for the abolishment of the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency, also known as ICE. Ocasio-Cortez issued a campaign email on Monday arguing that ICE, which was established in 2003 during the Patriot Act era, is a 'rogue agency' that should not exist. She also used her … [Read more...] about White House Fires Back at AOC Over Latest Call to Abolish ICE
House Approves Sanctions Against International Criminal Court Over Israel
The House of Representatives passed a resolution on Thursday that sanctioned the International Criminal Court for issuing arrest warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and his former Defense Minister over Israel's Gaza campaign. The "Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act" was approved by 243 votes to 140 against. This would punish any foreigner that … [Read more...] about House Approves Sanctions Against International Criminal Court Over Israel
State Department Alerts Congress to $8 Billion Arms Deal with Israel
A US official and a second source familiar with this matter have confirmed that the State Department informed Congress informally of its intention to sell arms worth $8 billion to Israel. The State Department notified the House Foreign Affairs Committee (HFC) and Senate Foreign Relations Committee (SFC) of the sale informally on Friday. This was the first day for the new … [Read more...] about State Department Alerts Congress to $8 Billion Arms Deal with Israel
Germany Accuses Musk of Attempting to Influence Election
Elon Musk, the richest person in the world, wrote an op/ed at the weekend that backed the far-right party Alternative for Germany. According to reports, government spokesperson Christiane Hoff said that Elon Musk was indeed trying to influence federal elections through his statement during Monday's media briefing. Hoffman tried to minimize the importance of Musk's … [Read more...] about Germany Accuses Musk of Attempting to Influence Election