Senator Joni ErnstJoni Kay Ernst Sunday shows a preview: Lawmakers will address alarming increase in coronavirus cases Republicans fear backlash over Trump’s threatened veto on Confederate names Senate Republicans defend Trump’s response on Russian rewards MORE (R-Iowa) said Sunday that President TrumpDonald John Trump protesters tear down the Christopher Columbus …
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The Independent employs journalists from around the world to bring you truly independent journalism. To support us, consider a contribution. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell parted ways with Donald Trump over the President’s threat to veto the annual defense spending bill if it includes a provision to rename military bases …
Read More »US Marshals USA They ‘prepare immediately’ to defend national monuments
US quarterbacks have been told. USA They must prepare to defend national monuments across the country, after several of the structures were toppled or destroyed during recent protests, a report said on Wednesday. The service “has been asked to immediately prepare to provide federal police support to protect national monuments,” …
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Walmart will no longer display the Mississippi state flag “in its current form” in its stores, a company spokesperson told The Hill on Tuesday. Walmart spokesman Lorenzo Lopez said the retail company decided to remove the Mississippi state flag, which includes the Confederate emblem. “We know that the design of …
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