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Navy SEALs killed bin Laden 10 years ago today; Biden was against the mission

May 1, 2021

Navy SEALs killed bin Laden 10 years ago today; Biden was against the mission

Millions of Americans around the world huddled around television sets on May 1, 2011, as then-President Barack Obama addressed the nation with major news – the Al Qaeda terrorist leader Usama bin Laden had been killed be Navy SEALs.

Biden administration to pursue 'practical' North Korea nuclear diplomacy

April 30, 2021

Biden administration to pursue 'practical' North Korea nuclear diplomacy

The White House Friday confirmed the Biden Administration has completed a months-long review of North Korea policy and will chart a different path than former President Donald Trump in an effort to end North Korea’s nuclear and ballistic missile program.

Senate confirms former Florida Sen. Bill Nelson to head NASA

April 30, 2021

Senate confirms former Florida Sen. Bill Nelson to head NASA

The Senate has confirmed former Florida Sen. Bill Nelson, who once flew on the space shuttle, to be the next NASA administrator.

Former Obama official charged with stealing $218,000 from schools

April 27, 2021

Former Obama official charged with stealing $218,000 from schools

A former Obama administration official is charged with stealing more than $218,000 from charter schools.

John Kerry likely to avoid Iran comments investigation with Republicans in minority in Congress

April 27, 2021

John Kerry likely to avoid Iran comments investigation with Republicans in minority in Congress

Republicans have pounced on John Kerry, demanding everything from a congressional investigation to his resignation, over new allegations he fed sensitive information to Iran while secretary of state.

Douglas MacKinnon: America, thank your lucky stars for Elon Musk if you care about our preeminence in space

April 25, 2021

Douglas MacKinnon: America, thank your lucky stars for Elon Musk if you care about our preeminence in space

The exploration and colonization of space is a high-risk business. But one with ultimately precious rewards.

Sen. Daines & Rep. Newhouse: Obama-Biden water rule – here's why we must stop this overreach... again

April 23, 2021

Sen. Daines & Rep. Newhouse: Obama-Biden water rule – here's why we must stop this overreach... again

We have a vested interest in how the federal government’s regulations impact water, agriculture and natural resources across the country – especially when these regulations burden the rural communities we represent.

Biden DOJ's Minneapolis policing probe signals return to Obama-era crusade for police reform

April 21, 2021

Biden DOJ's Minneapolis policing probe signals return to Obama-era crusade for police reform

The Justice Department's new investigation into the Minneapolis Police Department will look into the ongoing practices and examine possible legal violations, reminiscent of past probes under the Obama administration.

Obamas: Derek Chauvin guilty verdict 'necessary step' toward progress but 'far from a sufficient one'

April 20, 2021

Obamas: Derek Chauvin guilty verdict 'necessary step' toward progress but 'far from a sufficient one'

Former President Barack Obama and former first Lady Michelle Obama on Tuesday said the guilty verdict in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin was a “necessary step” toward progress, but that it is “far from a sufficient one.”

Illinois school renamed to honor John Lewis, after 'Obama' proposal sparked backlash

April 14, 2021

Illinois school renamed to honor John Lewis, after 'Obama' proposal sparked backlash

The proposal to use the Obamas' name sparked backlash among a group of Latino activists last month, who argued that the school board should be more conscious about the message it's sending to immigrant families in the community given the Obama administration's track record on deportations.