Negotiations on the upcoming coronavirus relief package are expected to dominate the Sunday circuit this weekend as Republicans resolve internal fissures before beginning talks with Democrats. Republicans suffered a shameful setback this week when they were forced to delay the presentation of their proposal, as the Senate Republican Party and …
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Democrats in the House of Representatives’ Homeland Security Committee announced Saturday that they are launching an investigation into the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) after the agency did not make inaccurate statements about its decision to ban New York residents. participate in the Trusted Traveler Program (TTP). The TTP streamlines …
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Governor of New York Andrew CuomoAndrew CuomoHillicon Valley: Feds Warn Hackers Targeting Critical Infrastructure | Twitter exploring subscription service | Bill would grant subpoena power to DHS cyber agency The Trump administration lifts ban on New Yorkers enrolling in Global Entry program New York legislature bans use of facial recognition …
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A federal judge in Oregon issued a temporary restraining order Thursday night against federal agents deployed in Portland, prohibiting them from threatening to arrest, arrest, disperse, or use force against journalists and legal observers who are in the protests. The lawsuit was filed by the ACLU, and the restraining order …
Read More »2020 elections can be held under ‘martial law’, warns Oregon senator
The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, please consider a contribution. Oregon Senator Ron Wyden warned that the US presidential election could be held under martial law after federal police officers clashed with protesters during the 54th night of protests …
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