'...called for targeting Iran's economic infrastructure as part of the response. "After neutralizing their nuclear capabilities, we must go after Iran’s economy—oil, gas, communications, and banking," the official said. "This will demonstrate that Iran cannot act with impunity."...'
'...A strike also hit a home in Tel Sheva, according to Maariv. Multiple other falls were recorded in Tel Aviv, as well as in Dimona, Nabatim, Hora, Hod Hasharon, Beer Sheva and Rishon Lezion. Video footage from KAN showed falling fragments of interceptors and missiles in the Dead Sea. ...'
'...He’s failing to win over white men and hasn’t secured any crucial swing states for Harris. ...“Tim Walz’s Masculinity Is Terrifying to Republicans,” Bloomberg wrote in August. The New York Times said Walz exemplifies “a kind of healthy masculine confidence,” citing his ease speaking about his difficulties impregnating his wife, his desire to be the faculty advisor of a gay club for children, and his decision to put tampons in boys’ restrooms. (It should perhaps be noted that Walz either lied about or was deeply confused about the circumstances of his children’s conceptions.) Axios said Walz — and Harris’ husband Doug Emhoff — offered a new vision of masculinity, one that emphasizes “tenderness” over “toughness.”'
'...The US supports Israel’s “right to defend itself” and vowed “serious consequences” for Iran if it chooses to attack the Jewish state, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said...'
'...Earlier this week, Tim Walz got his marching orders. He met with the real power behind the throne, and no doubt got informed of where his place in the whole power structure is, in a meeting with his new overseer at the big boss's Manhattan home. That new boss is, of course, Alex Soros. ...'
'The symbolism of Eric Adams surrounding himself with Black clergy outside of Gracie Mansion cannot be understated. Adams has tried to make the case that he is being targeted because he is Black. The indictment lists free trips and business class airline upgrades Adams accepted that were valued at more than $100,000. They included: A roundtrip flight from New York to India in 2016; free business class tickets for himself and two companions on roundtrip flights from New York to France, Turkey, Sri Lanka and China in July 2017; a steeply discounted stay at the Bentley Suites that he accepted that same month; free business class tickets for himself and a companion on roundtrip flights from New York to China in October 2017 and free upgrades to business class for himself and a companion on roundtrip flights from New York to Hungary in January 2018; and steeply discounted business class tickets, stays at a luxury hotel and resort and transportation that he solicited in June 2021...Adams continued to conceal benefits he received from foreign nationals seeking to gain influence over him, the indictment charges. In March 2019, while exchanging texts to plan another possible trip to Turkey, an Adams staffer texted Adams that “To be o[n the] safe side Please Delete all messages you send me.” Adams responded, “Always do.”'
'..."I think today was a mess for Harris," Jennings said to sum up the day. "I mean, Joe Biden went on 'The View' today and said he delegated all sorts of authority to her on domestic policy. We know that the Biden administration's not popular on domestic and economic policy. She gave a speech today saying we gotta move past the policies that people think have failed. Well, people think the last four years are a failure." he continued, speaking about Harris. And those events that Jennings referenced all happened even before the interview that took place during the 7pm hour came up. Sarah covered Biden's appearance on "The View," including how he pretty much threw Harris under the bus with such a line about delegating. Such a point about Biden delegating powers to Harris turned out to be a particularly memorable and trending moment from that appearance. ...'
'...HARRISBURG, Pa. (KDKA) -- There is a bill making its way through the Pennsylvania state House right now that is meant to help undocumented residents of the commonwealth get either a state ID or a state driver's license. House Bill 769 was authored by Democratic Rep. Danilo Burgos, who represents District 197, which is a portion of Philadelphia County. ...You are generating revenue for the state," said Mears. "Because then you are getting these processing fees'
'...Authorities believe the shooting that erupted at a popular hookah bar in Birmingham’s busy Five Points South entertainment district late Saturday was a targeted hit after “multiple shooters” were spotted jumping out of a vehicle, opening fire and then fleeing.
“We believe that there was a ‘hit,’ if you will, on that particular person,” Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond said. ...Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said the main focus now was tracking down the suspects.
“The priority is to find these shooters and get them off our streets,” Woodfin said '
'...Berkeley, Calif., once a bastion of liberal idealism, currently mirrors the lawlessness of the Wild West.
Its streets resemble an open-air drug den, overrun by homeless encampments. Tents block streets and parking, making sidewalks impassable for pedestrians with disabilities.
Human waste, syringes and hazardous materials spill directly on private property and in waterways, polluting them. ...'
'...she has invoked the ire of Teamster's Union President Sean O'Brien, who is advising her to mind her own yard before criticizing the Teamster's members favoring former President Donald Trump. ...'
'...CNN — Postmaster General Louis DeJoy pledged Thursday that the US Postal Service will undertake “heroic efforts” to deliver all mail-in ballots on time this year and urged people to put their ballots in the mail at least one week before Election Day on November 5. “Let me be clear, the Postal Service is ready to deliver the nation’s mail-in ballots,” DeJoy said at a news conference...special measures include designated lines at post offices for people with ballots, extra deliveries and collections by letter-carriers, “after-hours” drop-offs to election offices, and keeping processing facilities open on the Sunday before Election Day. '
'...DeJoy argued that some election officials don’t understand the U.S. Postal Service’s (USPS) efforts to turn around mail during election season and reassured that the agency would be on top of things, The Associated Press reported. The postal chief said the USPS will collect and deliver ballots more frequently in the days leading to the election, now less than two months away. Processing centers will remain open on the Sunday before Election Day, he added. ...'
'...Election officials are raising concerns about the U.S. Postal Service's ability to handle this fall's expected influx of election mail. ...'
'...The manual instructs election workers that people who show a Driver Privilege Card may still cast “a regular ballot if (1) they are in your pollbook and (2) have another valid ID or sign an ID Confirmation Statement.” Neither of these requirements proves the would-be voter’s citizenship. (If the voter can’t even meet those requirements, Prince William County says he may “vote a provisional ballot.”)...'
'Greatest number on terror watch list apprehended since Biden took office...The White House issued a notice, “Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Persons who Commit, Threaten to Commit, or Support Terrorism,” stating Biden signed Executive Order 13224. The order declares a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. ...'
'...Brian Jeffrey Raymond, 48, was slapped with a 30-year sentence on Wednesday after pleading guilty in November 2023 to four of 25 counts, including sexual abuse, abusive sexual contact, coercion and enticement, and transportation of obscene material, according to the Department of Justice. He also admitted to “drugging and then creating obscene material depicting 28 women without their knowledge or permission and drugging two other women,” with some images depicting the “predator” groping and straddling his nude, unconscious victims....'
'...Senate voted 30-3 on Wednesday on legislation that caps increases in assessed values on residential and commercial property to 7% of the assessed value from the prior year. ...'
