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McCaul: GOP has ‘no choice’ but to unify on short-term funding on November 12, 2023 at 6:51 pm
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said Sunday that Republicans have no choice but to back a short-term funding solution before a potential government shutdown.
In an interview on CBS News’s “Face the Nation,” McCaul stressed the importance of passing aid for foreign allies, which will not be feasible if the government shuts down.
“We’re gonna have to. I mean, there’s no choice here,” McCaul said when asked whether Republicans can pass the continuing resolution (CR) proposal that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) unveiled Saturday.
“The world is on fire from where I sit. It is too urgent. We can’t sit back and do nothing,” McCaul added. “And talking to [Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu] — they needed this yesterday, in his words. Ukraine needed it yesterday. The border for [certain] needed it yesterday. We know that [Chinese President Xi Jinping] is threatening Taiwan in the Pacific.”
McCaul, who is returning from Israel with a bipartisan congressional delegation Sunday, said he predicts the Senate will come up with an aid package and that they would send it to the House after Thanksgiving.
House Republicans passed an Israel supplemental aid bill earlier this month, which included cuts to one of Democrats’ most-valued accomplishments: funding for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) said he would not take the bill up in the Senate, and President Biden threatened to veto it.
Democrats have pointed to data showing that GOP-proposed cuts to IRS funding would only add to the deficit since fewer agents would be able to go after wealthy Americans avoiding taxes. Republicans pointed to this as a pay-for necessary to offset spending to Israel.
McCaul called for Congress to stop playing political games, noting the urgency of the matter.
“Our aid to Israel is urgent, and time is of the essence. We have to deliver this package. Now, I know that we have offsets. And that’s fair. But I don’t think we can play political games with this, to support our ally,” McCaul said. “Because if they fail, and we fail, it would have a very bad effect across the Middle East into Ukraine, that’s vitally important as well. So is Taiwan, and so is the last line of defense, the Southern border. So really, if you think about all these threats, [they] are really tied together.”
As for whether all national security and foreign aid will be packaged together, he said, “All that has yet to be figured out.” But he added, “I do know that we have to address this because time is of the essence on all parts.”
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chair Michael McCaul (R-Texas) said Sunday that Republicans have no choice but to back a short-term funding solution before a potential government shutdown. In an interview on CBS News’s “Face the Nation,” McCaul stressed the importance of passing aid for foreign allies, which will not be feasible if the government shuts…
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Terror Attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas Linked
The start of 2025 has been marred by two horrific terror attacks in the United States, one in New Orleans and another in Las Vegas, both occurring on New Year’s Day. These incidents have left communities reeling and have raised concerns about potential connections between the suspects involved.
In New Orleans, a truck driven by 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Jabbar plowed into a crowd celebrating on Bourbon Street, resulting in at least 15 deaths and over 30 injuries. Eyewitnesses reported that Jabbar, a U.S. Army veteran from Texas, deliberately targeted pedestrians while flying an ISIS flag from his vehicle. Following the attack, he exited the truck armed with an assault rifle and opened fire on police officers before being killed in the ensuing confrontation. Authorities discovered improvised explosive devices (IEDs) within his vehicle and in the vicinity of the attack site, further confirming the premeditated nature of this act of terrorism.
Simultaneously, a separate incident unfolded in Las Vegas when a Tesla Cybertruck exploded outside the Trump International Hotel. The driver, identified as Matthew Livelsberger, also had a military background and was reported to have detonated the vehicle packed with firework mortars and fuel, resulting in his death and injuring seven others. Investigators are exploring whether Livelsberger and Jabbar had any prior connection, as both men served at the same military base at different times.
While the FBI has confirmed that they are investigating both attacks as acts of terrorism, they have not established a definitive link between the two incidents. However, similarities in their execution—both suspects rented vehicles from the same company—have prompted further scrutiny into their backgrounds and any potential accomplices.
As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone with information about either suspect to come forward. The tragic events have sparked discussions about security measures in public spaces, particularly as cities prepare for large gatherings in the coming months.
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Politics
Donald Trump Named TIME’s 2024 Person of the Year
Donald Trump has been selected as TIME magazine’s Person of the Year for 2024, marking his second time receiving this distinction. The former president, who won a historic comeback victory in the 2024 election, was chosen for his significant impact on global affairs and American politics.
TIME editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs explained the decision, citing Trump’s “comeback of historic proportions,” his role in driving “a once-in-a-generation political realignment,” and his reshaping of both the American presidency and the country’s global role. This recognition comes after Trump’s unprecedented achievement of reclaiming the White House after losing reelection four years earlier.
The selection process involved an extensive interview with Trump at Mar-a-Lago in November, covering a wide range of topics including the economy, foreign policy, and his plans for a second term. Notably, TIME took the unprecedented step of publishing a comprehensive fact-check alongside the interview transcript, examining 15 distinct assertions made by Trump.
Trump’s relationship with TIME has been tumultuous over the years. While he expressed honor at receiving the title in 2016, he has also criticized the magazine’s selections and even claimed he refused a potential Person of the Year offer in 2017. Despite this, Trump participated in the process this year, granting TIME access for an in-depth interview.
To commemorate the announcement, Trump rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). This event marked a significant moment in Trump’s career, as it was his first time participating in this Wall Street tradition.
Trump’s selection as Person of the Year reflects his continued influence on American politics and his ability to reshape the political landscape. As the country prepares for his return to the White House, all eyes will be on how Trump’s second term might further impact both domestic and international affairs.
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Film Industry
Jay-Z Denies Allegations Amid Lawsuit
Jay-Z, the renowned rapper and music mogul, faces serious allegations in a recently amended civil lawsuit. According to ABC News and NBC News, the suit accuses him and Sean “Diddy” Combs of raping a 13-year-old girl at an MTV Video Music Awards after-party in 2000.
The lawsuit, initially filed in October 2024, was updated on Sunday to include Jay-Z as a defendant alongside Combs. The plaintiff, identified only as “Jane Doe,” claims she was assaulted after being driven to the party following the awards show.
Jay-Z, whose real name is Shawn Carter, vehemently denies the allegations. He released a statement on X calling the lawsuit a “blackmail attempt” and questioning why it was filed as a civil case rather than a criminal one. The rapper expressed concern about the impact on his family, stating he and his wife Beyoncé would need to discuss the situation with their children.
Combs, who is currently in federal custody on separate charges, has also denied the accusations through his attorneys. The lawsuit alleges that an unidentified female celebrity was present during the incident but did not intervene.
The case has garnered significant media attention, with both artists’ reputations at stake. As the legal process unfolds, the music industry and public await further developments in this high-profile case.
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