Olivia James

Trump’s Endorsement of Florida Republican Sparks Sharp Backlash From Parts of MAGA Base

Trump’s endorsement of Florida Republican Rep. María Elvira Salazar for reelection has sparked anger among conservatives, highlighting tensions over immigration policy and campaign strategy. Trump endorsed Salazar and six Florida Republicans late Tuesday. He praised Salazar for her work on economic growth, tax reduction, deregulation, strengthening domestic manufacturing, expanding American energy production, securing the southern…

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Newark Airport

Federal Investigators Say Missed Turbulence Warning Contributed to Injuries on United Flight to Newark

A government inquiry found that an air traffic controller’s inability to communicate turbulence information contributed to a serious incident involving a Newark-bound plane last year. The National Transportation Safety Board’s final study found that poor communication caused three flight attendants on United Airlines Flight 1890 to sustain serious injuries. Morning of February 10, 2024, the…

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Mikie Sherrill

New Jersey Governor Blocks ICE From State Facilities, Launches Public Portal to Track Immigration Activity

On Wednesday, New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill announced an executive order restricting ICE access to state properties and a public portal where residents can upload photos and videos of immigration operations to increase oversight of federal immigration enforcement. Sherrill and Acting Attorney General Jennifer Davenport said the measures promote transparency and protect residents’ rights amid…

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Celebrate Black History Month in New Jersey with These 9 Free and Affordable Events

New Jersey towns honor Black Americans’ achievements during Black History Month in February. Its 100th anniversary honors a century of preserving Black culture, art, and history. Carter G. Woodson founded the Association for the Study of African American Life and History in 1915, starting Black History Month. The “Father of Black History,” Woodson, preserved and…

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Trump Slams U.S. Olympic Skier After Athlete Questions What Representing America Means Today

Trump publicly criticized a U.S. Olympic skier for comments about serving the country, turning a personal perspective into a national political argument. At a Friday news conference before the Winter Olympic Games in Italy, American freestyle skier Hunter Hess freely discussed his feelings about competing for the U.S. Hess said he’s glad to be an…

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Rutgers Basketball’s Turning Point: Why Steve Pikiell’s Future Depends on More Than a Bigger Budget

Steve Pikiell has spent nearly a decade rebuilding Rutgers basketball, turning it into an NCAA Tournament participant for the first time in 30 years. That history counts. In this season, history no longer protects him, and the Scarlet Knights’ troubles have brought the program to a turning point. Nearly every Rutgers basketball conversation centers on…

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