Top 15 News Posts from September 21
Trump says he is appointing Lindsey Halligan, one of his former attorneys, to lead key prosecutor’s office – ABC News – Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Trump appoints a former attorney to a top prosecutor role. Meanwhile, U.S. Attorneys resign after Trump’s push to remove them, drawing criticism of “revenge prosecutions.”
California bans masks on ICE officers as Newsom strikes back at Trump on deportations – San Francisco Chronicle
California’s Newsom bans ICE agents from wearing masks and shields schools from raids. He directly defies Trump, challenging agents: “What are you afraid of?”
Starmer set to announce UK recognition of Palestinian state – BBC
UK Prime Minister Starmer is set to announce the recognition of a Palestinian state. This significant development, widely reported, marks a major shift in the UK’s foreign policy.
Trump demands Bondi prosecute political foes in Truth Social posts – The Washington Post
Donald Trump publicly demanded Attorney General Pam Bondi aggressively prosecute his political adversaries, pushing her to unleash the Justice Department’s full power.
Tech Companies Warn H-1B Visa Holders to Avoid Foreign Travel – Bloomberg.com
Trump’s $100,000 fee for H-1B visas is causing chaos and confusion. Tech companies warn visa holders to avoid foreign travel as the controversial policy sparks intense debate.
Trump and MAGA movement will honor Charlie Kirk at Arizona memorial – AP News
Trump and Vance headline a massive Charlie Kirk memorial in Arizona, drawing huge crowds. Tight security is heightened after an armed man’s arrest.
China’s ByteDance will get 1 of 7 board seats for TikTok’s US operations, official says – Reuters
A new U.S.-China deal outlines American control for TikTok’s U.S. operations. A U.S. board will manage its algorithm and data, with ByteDance receiving one of seven seats.
Schumer, Jeffries demand meeting with Trump amid shutdown showdown – Politico
Democratic leaders are demanding a meeting with President Trump to avert a government shutdown. Previous stopgap measures failed, and with spending and healthcare battles, a shutdown looms.
Man Charged After Drive-by Shooting at Local ABC Station in Sacramento – The New York Times
An arrest has been made in a drive-by shooting at Sacramento’s ABC10 news station. The suspect was released, then re-arrested and formally charged in the ongoing case.
Netherlands: Violence erupts at anti-immigration protest – DW
Violence erupted in the Netherlands as Dutch police clashed with anti-immigration protesters, using water cannons to disperse the demonstration.
Oklahoma Republicans propose all state colleges must have Charlie Kirk statue – The Guardian
Republicans propose Charlie Kirk statues in colleges and honor him in Congress, sparking fierce Democratic opposition. Critics denounce his views on women and Black people, fearing violence.
UK fighter jets begin NATO air defence mission over Poland – Reuters
UK fighter jets launched NATO air defense missions over Poland, countering Russia’s escalating drone threat and recent incursions. Poland scrambled aircraft, showcasing a strong, unified alliance response.
Israeli strikes kill 14 in Gaza City as some countries prepare to recognize Palestinian state – AP News
Israeli assaults continue in Gaza City, killing dozens and displacing hundreds of thousands. A hospital director received his family’s bodies, as some nations move to recognize a Palestinian state.
Cyberattack sparks chaos at several European airports, with delays and cancellations – The Times of Israel
A major cyberattack is causing chaos across European airports, leading to widespread flight delays and cancellations. Disruptions are expected to persist, impacting weekend travel plans for many.
Whither US interest rates now that Fed is cutting again? – Asia Times
The Fed just cut interest rates for the first time in nine months, signaling more reductions ahead. But how quickly will you feel the impact, and is it enough to address economic challenges?
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