Thursday, July 25th, 2024
Publisher |
Betches Media
Media Type |
audio
Podknife tags |
News & Politics
Categories Via RSS |
Daily News
News
News Commentary
Politics
Publication Date |
Jul 25, 2024
Episode Duration |
00:08:42
Today’s Headlines: In his Oval Office address, President Biden reflected on his long career in public service and his decision to step aside, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor. He emphasized that his focus for the remaining six months of his term will include efforts to end the Israel-Hamas conflict, support Ukraine and NATO, protect voting rights, pursue the cancer moonshot initiative, and work on Supreme Court reform and lowering costs for families. In a contrasting narrative, Fred Trump III shared shocking comments from Donald Trump, who reportedly suggested that people with disabilities, including his own grand-nephew, might be better off dead. Meanwhile, Netanyahu's addressed Congress seeking support amid allegations of war crimes and a request for expedited U.S. military aid to Israel. Despite criticism from both Democrats and Republicans, Netanyahu met with key U.S. figures, including an upcoming meeting with Trump. In other news, Elon Musk, initially pledging significant financial support for Trump’s campaign, has scaled back his contributions, amid rumors of a possible role in a future Trump administration. Additionally, concerns were raised over potential censorship of Kamala Harris's campaign on social media platform X, prompting calls for an investigation. In a disturbing incident in Illinois, Sonya Massey was tragically shot by police at her home, a case that has drawn scrutiny over the officer’s prior employment history. Finally, public health warnings have been issued across 19 states due to the detection of West Nile Virus in mosquitoes, with authorities advising preventive measures to avoid infection. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: CBS News: Biden says nothing can get in way of saving democracy, including "personal ambition" Time: Donald Trump Told Me Disabled Americans 'Should Just Die' WA Post: Netanyahu dismisses critics, scolds protesters in defiant speech to Congress The Hill: Musk says he’s not donating $45 million per month to Trump Forbes: Is X Throttling Kamala Harris' Account? Key Democrat Claims 'Time-Sensitive Censorship Issue' CNN: A step-by-step look at how law enforcement’s visit to Sonya Massey’s home went so wrong  ABC News: Former sheriff's deputy who fatally shot Sonya Massey held 6 police jobs over past 4 years Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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