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Capitol Police warn of post-election violence risk, Jan. 6 and inauguration threats

Heightened threat to government officials and election sites anticipated post-2024 election, with risks of violence and civil unrest during certification and inauguration.

Actually, This IS America

The Jan. 6 hearings reveal profound truths about American society and the fragility of democracy through the testimonies of Capitol police officers.

Capitol Police warn of post-election violence risk, Jan. 6 and inauguration threats

Heightened threat to government officials and election sites anticipated post-2024 election, with risks of violence and civil unrest during certification and inauguration.

Actually, This IS America

The Jan. 6 hearings reveal profound truths about American society and the fragility of democracy through the testimonies of Capitol police officers.
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BREAKING: Capitol Police Arrest Man Carrying Torch and Flare Gun Who Smelled Like Fuel'

Heightened security measures were prompted by a man's arrest at the Capitol Visitor Center for carrying a torch and flare gun.

Father of SoCal Marine killed in 2021 Kabul airport bombing arrested for disrupting SOTU

The father of a U.S. Marine killed in the Kabul airport bombing disrupted President Biden's State of the Union address by shouting about the incident.
The man, identified as Steven K. Nikoui, was arrested by Capitol Police for causing a disturbance during the speech.

BREAKING: Capitol Police Arrest Man Carrying Torch and Flare Gun Who Smelled Like Fuel'

Heightened security measures were prompted by a man's arrest at the Capitol Visitor Center for carrying a torch and flare gun.

Father of SoCal Marine killed in 2021 Kabul airport bombing arrested for disrupting SOTU

The father of a U.S. Marine killed in the Kabul airport bombing disrupted President Biden's State of the Union address by shouting about the incident.
The man, identified as Steven K. Nikoui, was arrested by Capitol Police for causing a disturbance during the speech.
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Pelosi's Car Passed Near Pipe Bomb on Jan. 6, According to New Video

Nancy Pelosi's motorcade passed perilously close to a pipe bomb during the Capitol attack, raising concerns about security on Jan. 6.

Tucker Carlson's airing of security footage spills into January 6 criminal court cases

A lawyer representing one of five Proud Boys members on trial for seditious conspiracy asked a federal judge to throw out the case Thursday, saying that federal prosecutors hid plainly exculpatory US Capitol security footage played on Fox News host Tucker Carlson's show.Carlson aired selective pieces of footage this week in an attempt to downplay the violence and defend the pro-Trump mob.
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Ashli Babbitt's Mother Was Arrested at a Pro-January 6 Protest - Washingtonian

Micki Witthoeft, whose daughter Ashli Babbitt died during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, was arrested Friday in DC at a protest near the Capitol.The US Capitol Police say Witthoeft was part of a group protesting without a permit and was charged with blocking roadways and disobeying an order.She was processed and released with a citation that requires a court appearance in the future.
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Lauren Boebert Declares Herself Winner of Election as It Heads to Recount

Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., on Thursday declared herself the winner of her congressional race even though the election is still too close to call.Boebert has been locked in a surprisingly tight contest with Democratic challenger Adam Frisch, who led the race on election night.Boebert took a slim lead over the Democrat last week as votes continued to be counted but Frisch cut her lead from 1,122 votes to 551 votes on Thursday as more ballots were cured and counted.

Pelosi's Car Passed Near Pipe Bomb on Jan. 6, According to New Video

Nancy Pelosi's motorcade passed perilously close to a pipe bomb during the Capitol attack, raising concerns about security on Jan. 6.

Tucker Carlson's airing of security footage spills into January 6 criminal court cases

A lawyer representing one of five Proud Boys members on trial for seditious conspiracy asked a federal judge to throw out the case Thursday, saying that federal prosecutors hid plainly exculpatory US Capitol security footage played on Fox News host Tucker Carlson's show.Carlson aired selective pieces of footage this week in an attempt to downplay the violence and defend the pro-Trump mob.

Ashli Babbitt's Mother Was Arrested at a Pro-January 6 Protest - Washingtonian

Micki Witthoeft, whose daughter Ashli Babbitt died during the Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, was arrested Friday in DC at a protest near the Capitol.The US Capitol Police say Witthoeft was part of a group protesting without a permit and was charged with blocking roadways and disobeying an order.She was processed and released with a citation that requires a court appearance in the future.

Lauren Boebert Declares Herself Winner of Election as It Heads to Recount

Rep. Lauren Boebert, R-Colo., on Thursday declared herself the winner of her congressional race even though the election is still too close to call.Boebert has been locked in a surprisingly tight contest with Democratic challenger Adam Frisch, who led the race on election night.Boebert took a slim lead over the Democrat last week as votes continued to be counted but Frisch cut her lead from 1,122 votes to 551 votes on Thursday as more ballots were cured and counted.
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Capitol police release findings of investigation into shocking gay sex tape

The Capitol Police has concluded that there is currently no evidence of a crime committed in the infamous video of two men having sex in a Senate hearing room.
Despite a likely violation of Congressional policy, no charges were filed as there was no evidence of a crime.

Media organizations ask Congress for access to January 6 footage

CNN, along with a group of other media organizations, has signed on to a letter calling for congressional leaders to grant access to security footage from inside the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy gave Fox News' Tucker Carlson access to the material earlier this month.

Sensitive personal data of US House and Senate members hacked, offered for sale

Members of the House and Senate were informed Wednesday that hackers may have gained access to their sensitive personal data in a breach of a Washington, DC, health insurance marketplace.Employees of the lawmakers and their families were also affected.DC Health Link confirmed that data on an unspecified number of customers was affected and said it was notifying them and working with law enforcement.

Capitol police release findings of investigation into shocking gay sex tape

The Capitol Police has concluded that there is currently no evidence of a crime committed in the infamous video of two men having sex in a Senate hearing room.
Despite a likely violation of Congressional policy, no charges were filed as there was no evidence of a crime.

Media organizations ask Congress for access to January 6 footage

CNN, along with a group of other media organizations, has signed on to a letter calling for congressional leaders to grant access to security footage from inside the US Capitol on January 6, 2021, after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy gave Fox News' Tucker Carlson access to the material earlier this month.

Sensitive personal data of US House and Senate members hacked, offered for sale

Members of the House and Senate were informed Wednesday that hackers may have gained access to their sensitive personal data in a breach of a Washington, DC, health insurance marketplace.Employees of the lawmakers and their families were also affected.DC Health Link confirmed that data on an unspecified number of customers was affected and said it was notifying them and working with law enforcement.
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Roger Stone Recordings Prompt Capitol Police Investigation Into Him

Roger Stone is being investigated by the Capitol Police for allegedly demanding his security team to assassinate Democratic members of Congress.
Stone denied the allegations and claimed the audio recording was AI manipulation.

Roger Stone Recordings Prompt Capitol Police Investigation Into Him

Roger Stone is being investigated by the Capitol Police for allegedly demanding his security team to assassinate Democratic members of Congress.
Stone denied the allegations and claimed the audio recording was AI manipulation.
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Roger Stone's Alleged Assassination Remarks Prompt Capitol Police Investigation: Report

U.S. Capitol Police are investigating alleged comments made by Roger Stone about the assassination of two Democratic congressmen.
Stone denies making the comments, calling them 'poorly fabricated AI generated fraud.'

NEW: Capitol Police Investigating Roger Stone Remarks About Assassinating Members of Congress

Capitol Police and the FBI are investigating remarks made by Roger Stone about the assassination of two House Democrats.
Stone's comments were made in an audio recording released by Mediaite and were directed towards Representatives Jerry Nadler and Eric Swalwell.

Roger Stone's Alleged Assassination Remarks Prompt Capitol Police Investigation: Report

U.S. Capitol Police are investigating alleged comments made by Roger Stone about the assassination of two Democratic congressmen.
Stone denies making the comments, calling them 'poorly fabricated AI generated fraud.'

NEW: Capitol Police Investigating Roger Stone Remarks About Assassinating Members of Congress

Capitol Police and the FBI are investigating remarks made by Roger Stone about the assassination of two House Democrats.
Stone's comments were made in an audio recording released by Mediaite and were directed towards Representatives Jerry Nadler and Eric Swalwell.
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Trump Endorses Call for Capitol Police Who Beat the Hell Out of Innocent J6 Protesters' to Be Prosecuted

Former President Donald Trump seemingly endorsed the prosecution of Capitol Police officers who repelled rioters on January 6, 2021.
The riot was inspired by Trump's false claim of election fraud, and many officers were assaulted during the events.
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Protesters say they wanted Congress's attention. Police saw a threat.

Protesters block entrance of Democratic National Committee headquarters during Israel-Gaza war demonstration.
Protesters clashed with police outside Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Capitol Police arrest one man on charges of assaulting an officer.

Capitol Police Confirm Pepper Spray, Violence From Ceasefire' Protesters at DNC HQ Just As CNN's Abby Phillip Reported

Protesters outside DNC offices in DC became violent and sprayed police officers with pepper spray.
Protesters were mostly from anti-Israel groups and injured Capitol Police officers.
Capitol Police confirmed the protesters' violence and CNN's reporting.

Protesters say they wanted Congress's attention. Police saw a threat.

Protesters block entrance of Democratic National Committee headquarters during Israel-Gaza war demonstration.
Protesters clashed with police outside Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C.
Capitol Police arrest one man on charges of assaulting an officer.

Capitol Police Confirm Pepper Spray, Violence From Ceasefire' Protesters at DNC HQ Just As CNN's Abby Phillip Reported

Protesters outside DNC offices in DC became violent and sprayed police officers with pepper spray.
Protesters were mostly from anti-Israel groups and injured Capitol Police officers.
Capitol Police confirmed the protesters' violence and CNN's reporting.
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Gun rights hearing turns chaotic amid arrest of Parkland parent

"You're removed.You're breaching protocol and disorder in the committee room," Fallon told Patricia Oliver, as she continued to speak about her son, who was killed in the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.After Joaquin Oliver's death, his parents co-founded a gun reform group and have previously staged civil disobedience actions.

Donald Trump Gets His Facebook Account Back After Failed Coup Attempt - Social Media Explorer

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Trump supporters attack the police and security force as protestors storm the US Capitol.... [+]
Getty Images Donald Trump was able to have his Instagram and Facebook accounts reinstated on Thursday despite the fact the former President orchestrated a failed coup against America's government on January 6th, 2021.

SF Court Releases 911 Call and SFPD Body Cam Recordings of Paul Pelosi Attack

A court on Friday released graphic video and audio recordings from the night Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was attacked with a hammer in the family's San Francisco home last year.The San Francisco Superior Court ordered the release of the recordings in response to a legal motion from a coalition of media organizations, including KQED.

Fourth day of speaker crisis collides with Jan. 6 anniversary

"Look, January 6 is going to roll around every year, just like Pearl Harbor Day rolls around every year, treated like just another day in the calendar," Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pa.) said."I want us to keep going until we get a speaker.This is ridiculous stuff."The House will return to session Friday for what is expected to be McCarthy's twelfth attempt to win the top gavel.

Hakeem Jeffries launches bid to be top House Democrat in letter to colleagues | amNewYork

Brooklyn Congress Member Hakeem Jeffries is on his way to becoming the next top Democrat in the House as he formally launched his bid for the position Friday.In a letter, shared with amNewYork Metro by an aide to Jeffries, sent to his Democratic House colleagues, the rep spelled out why they should name him the successor to outgoing Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Gun rights hearing turns chaotic amid arrest of Parkland parent

"You're removed.You're breaching protocol and disorder in the committee room," Fallon told Patricia Oliver, as she continued to speak about her son, who was killed in the 2018 shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School.After Joaquin Oliver's death, his parents co-founded a gun reform group and have previously staged civil disobedience actions.

Donald Trump Gets His Facebook Account Back After Failed Coup Attempt - Social Media Explorer

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Trump supporters attack the police and security force as protestors storm the US Capitol.... [+]
Getty Images Donald Trump was able to have his Instagram and Facebook accounts reinstated on Thursday despite the fact the former President orchestrated a failed coup against America's government on January 6th, 2021.

SF Court Releases 911 Call and SFPD Body Cam Recordings of Paul Pelosi Attack

A court on Friday released graphic video and audio recordings from the night Paul Pelosi, the husband of former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was attacked with a hammer in the family's San Francisco home last year.The San Francisco Superior Court ordered the release of the recordings in response to a legal motion from a coalition of media organizations, including KQED.

Fourth day of speaker crisis collides with Jan. 6 anniversary

"Look, January 6 is going to roll around every year, just like Pearl Harbor Day rolls around every year, treated like just another day in the calendar," Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pa.) said."I want us to keep going until we get a speaker.This is ridiculous stuff."The House will return to session Friday for what is expected to be McCarthy's twelfth attempt to win the top gavel.

Hakeem Jeffries launches bid to be top House Democrat in letter to colleagues | amNewYork

Brooklyn Congress Member Hakeem Jeffries is on his way to becoming the next top Democrat in the House as he formally launched his bid for the position Friday.In a letter, shared with amNewYork Metro by an aide to Jeffries, sent to his Democratic House colleagues, the rep spelled out why they should name him the successor to outgoing Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
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Most January 6 footage aired by Tucker Carlson wasn't reviewed by Capitol Police first, USCP attorney says

House Republican leadership did not let the US Capitol Police force review most clips of the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol that were given to Fox News host Tucker Carlson and made public, USCP attorney Tad DiBiase said Friday.DiBiase told a federal judge he reviewed just one clip which was previously available for public viewing before Carlson aired dozens of clips that he had received from House Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

House GOP ignored Capitol Police requests to review public Jan. 6 footage, lawyer says

The department is typically loath to appear at odds with House leaders in particular, since it relies on the majority party for its budget and are charged with protecting its members.Last month Republicans started requesting the same footage that the Jan. 6 select committee had access to.Those requests came first from Tim Monahan - who doubles as a top aide to Speaker Kevin McCarthy and as a staff director for the House Administration Committee - and then from Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.), the chair of that panel, which has jurisdiction over Capitol security.

Clarence Page: Insurrection? Let Tucker explain what you think you saw.

Who ya gonna believe, me or your own eyes.That old, popular quote has been attributed in one version or another to a variety of funny men, according to the Quote Investigator website.I'll settle for the video clip on YouTube in which Chico Marx utters the line in the classic 1933 Marx Brothers comedy, Duck Soup.

Most January 6 footage aired by Tucker Carlson wasn't reviewed by Capitol Police first, USCP attorney says

House Republican leadership did not let the US Capitol Police force review most clips of the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol that were given to Fox News host Tucker Carlson and made public, USCP attorney Tad DiBiase said Friday.DiBiase told a federal judge he reviewed just one clip which was previously available for public viewing before Carlson aired dozens of clips that he had received from House Republican House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.

House GOP ignored Capitol Police requests to review public Jan. 6 footage, lawyer says

The department is typically loath to appear at odds with House leaders in particular, since it relies on the majority party for its budget and are charged with protecting its members.Last month Republicans started requesting the same footage that the Jan. 6 select committee had access to.Those requests came first from Tim Monahan - who doubles as a top aide to Speaker Kevin McCarthy and as a staff director for the House Administration Committee - and then from Rep. Bryan Steil (R-Wis.), the chair of that panel, which has jurisdiction over Capitol security.

Clarence Page: Insurrection? Let Tucker explain what you think you saw.

Who ya gonna believe, me or your own eyes.That old, popular quote has been attributed in one version or another to a variety of funny men, according to the Quote Investigator website.I'll settle for the video clip on YouTube in which Chico Marx utters the line in the classic 1933 Marx Brothers comedy, Duck Soup.
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Man who allegedly assaulted congresswoman in DC apartment building makes first appearance in federal court

The man who allegedly assaulted Rep. Angie Craig in her Washington, DC, apartment last week made his initial appearance in federal court Monday.Kendrid Hamlin was charged last week with assaulting a member of Congress.During a brief public hearing at DC District Court, Hamlin did not enter a plea.The court scheduled a detention hearing for him for Wednesday, and he'll remain detained pending that hearing.

US Capitol Police chief rips into Tucker Carlson over offensive' use of January 6 footage

US Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger on Tuesday ripped into Fox News host Tucker Carlson over his commentary about footage from the January 6, 2021, insurrection that he aired Monday night, saying the host cherry-picked from the footage to present offensive and misleading conclusions about the attack.

Man who allegedly assaulted congresswoman in DC apartment building makes first appearance in federal court

The man who allegedly assaulted Rep. Angie Craig in her Washington, DC, apartment last week made his initial appearance in federal court Monday.Kendrid Hamlin was charged last week with assaulting a member of Congress.During a brief public hearing at DC District Court, Hamlin did not enter a plea.The court scheduled a detention hearing for him for Wednesday, and he'll remain detained pending that hearing.

US Capitol Police chief rips into Tucker Carlson over offensive' use of January 6 footage

US Capitol Police Chief Tom Manger on Tuesday ripped into Fox News host Tucker Carlson over his commentary about footage from the January 6, 2021, insurrection that he aired Monday night, saying the host cherry-picked from the footage to present offensive and misleading conclusions about the attack.
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Media Organizations Demand Kevin McCarthy Hand Over Jan. 6 Footage He Gave to Tucker Carlson

News organizations expressed concern that Carlson would use the tapes to push an "ideologically-based narrative."Trump supporters trespass inside the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, in Washington, D.C.Brent Stirton / Getty Images Two separate groups of media organizations sent letters to Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-California) over the weekend, demanding access to thousands of hours of surveillance footage from the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, which have so far only been released to Fox News host Tucker Carlson.

Despite McConnell's rebuke, McCarthy defends Jan. 6 tape release to Fox News

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., says he agrees with a letter by the Capitol Police chief as he speaks to reporters at the Capitol on Tuesday.J. Scott Applewhite/AP Despite a chorus of widespread attacks on Fox News host Tucker Carlson for his portrayal of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol including from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defended his decision to hand over more than 40,000 hours of related security footage.

Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig Assaulted at Washington Apartment

(WASHINGTON) Democratic Rep. Angie Craig of Minnesota was assaulted in her Washington apartment building on Thursday, suffering bruises while escaping serious injury in an attack that did not appear to be politically motivated, her chief of staff said.Craig was assaulted in the elevator at about 7:15 a.m., called 911 and the assailant fled, Nick Coe said in a statement.

Media Organizations Demand Kevin McCarthy Hand Over Jan. 6 Footage He Gave to Tucker Carlson

News organizations expressed concern that Carlson would use the tapes to push an "ideologically-based narrative."Trump supporters trespass inside the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021, in Washington, D.C.Brent Stirton / Getty Images Two separate groups of media organizations sent letters to Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-California) over the weekend, demanding access to thousands of hours of surveillance footage from the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, which have so far only been released to Fox News host Tucker Carlson.

Despite McConnell's rebuke, McCarthy defends Jan. 6 tape release to Fox News

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., says he agrees with a letter by the Capitol Police chief as he speaks to reporters at the Capitol on Tuesday.J. Scott Applewhite/AP Despite a chorus of widespread attacks on Fox News host Tucker Carlson for his portrayal of the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol including from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defended his decision to hand over more than 40,000 hours of related security footage.

Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig Assaulted at Washington Apartment

(WASHINGTON) Democratic Rep. Angie Craig of Minnesota was assaulted in her Washington apartment building on Thursday, suffering bruises while escaping serious injury in an attack that did not appear to be politically motivated, her chief of staff said.Craig was assaulted in the elevator at about 7:15 a.m., called 911 and the assailant fled, Nick Coe said in a statement.
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Rep. Angie Craig's office releases threatening calls it received after congresswoman assaulted

Rep. Angie Craig's office released audio Friday of threatening, vulgar phone calls it said it received after the Minnesota Democrat was physically assaulted in her apartment building in Washington, DC, earlier this month.One of the callers said, Finally this piece of sh*t gets accosted.You deserved it.
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Mississippi Senate OKs bill that expands police in majority-Black state capitol

Mississippi Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell, left, confers with Jackson Police Chief James Davis during a town hall meeting to address youth crime issues in Jackson, Miss., Feb. 14, 2023.Rogelio V. Solis/AP JACKSON, Miss.The majority-white and Republican-led Mississippi Senate voted Tuesday to pass its version of a bill that would allow an expanded role for state police and appointed judges inside the majority-Black capital city of Jackson, which is led by Democrats.

US Capitol Police ramp up security ahead of Biden's State of the Union address

US Capitol Police are ramping up security for President Joe Biden's State of the Union address to Congress next week, including adding a non-scalable fence around the Capitol grounds, according to two sources familiar with the plans.Intelligence officials in the police department warned in an email circulated to the force on Friday that the threat level remains elevated ahead of Biden's annual address set for Tuesday night.

Biden signs $1.7 trillion government spending bill into law

President Joe Biden on Thursday signed a $1.7 trillion federal spending bill that includes a number of administration priorities and officially avoids a government shutdown, ending what he called a year of historic progress.It'll invest in medical research, safety, veteran health care, disaster recovery, (Violence Against Women Act) funding  and gets crucial assistance to Ukraine, Biden wrote in a tweet.

The House Passed a $1.7 Trillion Spending Bill This Week. Here's What's in It

Congress passed an extensive $1.7 trillion spending bill this weeknarrowly avoiding a government shutdownthat will fund the government through next fall and deliver an additional $45 billion to the war effort in Ukraine if President Biden gives the bill his seal of approval.Most Republicans voted against the legislation in the House, but nine broke ranks to deliver Democrats just enough votes to pass the bill on Friday after the Senate passed it with bipartisan approval 68-29 on Thursday.

Letters: Holiday fun for the cost of a CTA fare

There are many wonderful holiday events to enjoy in Chicago this season, but one of the best activities comes at a very low price - the cost of a CTA fare.The Allstate CTA Holiday Train and Bus is a wonderland on wheels which can be enjoyed by everyone.In the middle section of this impressively decorated train is a flatbed car on which a friendly Santa and his reindeer ride throughout the entire trip.

Mississippi Senate OKs bill that expands police in majority-Black state capitol

Mississippi Public Safety Commissioner Sean Tindell, left, confers with Jackson Police Chief James Davis during a town hall meeting to address youth crime issues in Jackson, Miss., Feb. 14, 2023.Rogelio V. Solis/AP JACKSON, Miss.The majority-white and Republican-led Mississippi Senate voted Tuesday to pass its version of a bill that would allow an expanded role for state police and appointed judges inside the majority-Black capital city of Jackson, which is led by Democrats.

US Capitol Police ramp up security ahead of Biden's State of the Union address

US Capitol Police are ramping up security for President Joe Biden's State of the Union address to Congress next week, including adding a non-scalable fence around the Capitol grounds, according to two sources familiar with the plans.Intelligence officials in the police department warned in an email circulated to the force on Friday that the threat level remains elevated ahead of Biden's annual address set for Tuesday night.

Biden signs $1.7 trillion government spending bill into law

President Joe Biden on Thursday signed a $1.7 trillion federal spending bill that includes a number of administration priorities and officially avoids a government shutdown, ending what he called a year of historic progress.It'll invest in medical research, safety, veteran health care, disaster recovery, (Violence Against Women Act) funding  and gets crucial assistance to Ukraine, Biden wrote in a tweet.

The House Passed a $1.7 Trillion Spending Bill This Week. Here's What's in It

Congress passed an extensive $1.7 trillion spending bill this weeknarrowly avoiding a government shutdownthat will fund the government through next fall and deliver an additional $45 billion to the war effort in Ukraine if President Biden gives the bill his seal of approval.Most Republicans voted against the legislation in the House, but nine broke ranks to deliver Democrats just enough votes to pass the bill on Friday after the Senate passed it with bipartisan approval 68-29 on Thursday.

Letters: Holiday fun for the cost of a CTA fare

There are many wonderful holiday events to enjoy in Chicago this season, but one of the best activities comes at a very low price - the cost of a CTA fare.The Allstate CTA Holiday Train and Bus is a wonderland on wheels which can be enjoyed by everyone.In the middle section of this impressively decorated train is a flatbed car on which a friendly Santa and his reindeer ride throughout the entire trip.
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DC Residents Rally Against Congressional Interference

Over a dozen people were arrested today during a Hands Off DC rally supporting city autonomy and statehood and protesting Congressional interference with home rule.The rally began with a group of local lawmakers speaking in front of Union Station and was followed by a march on Capitol Hill, where US Capitol Police arrested at least 18 organizers and elected officials for blocking traffic.

George Santos Is Accused of Sexual Harassment in His Capitol Office

A prospective congressional aide has accused Representative George Santos of ethics violations and sexual harassment, according to a letter the man sent to the House Committee on Ethics and posted to Twitter on Friday.The man, Derek Myers, briefly worked in Mr. Santos's office before his job offer was rescinded earlier this week, according to the letter.
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The House Passed a $1.7 Trillion Spending Bill This Week. Here's What's in It

The bill allocates over $850 billion for military spending and almost $773 billion for domestic programs, like education, healthcare and affordable housing.

"A Giveaway to the Rich": Progressives Slam Omnibus Retirement Provisions

"A multibillion-dollar tax cut for the rich should not be the last act of a Democratic Congress," said one critic.Charles Sicknick, the father of Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick who died after the events of January 6, declines a handshake from Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell during a Congressional Gold Medal Ceremony for U.S. Capitol Police and D.C., on December 6, 2022.Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images Progressive advocacy groups and economic analysts on Tuesday denounced retirement savings-related tax changes embedded in Congress' end-of-year $1.7 trillion spending package, characterizing the pending reforms taken directly from the SECURE 2.0 Act as a "giveaway to the rich."
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