Category: Erie News Now – Washington, D.C. Bureau
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Hillary Clinton Faces Closed-Door Deposition in Oversight Committee’s Epstein Probe
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Former Secretary of State and former First Lady, Hillary Clinton, faced questions behind closed doors in Chappaqua, New York on Thursday. The deposition in the Clintons’ hometown is part of the Republican-led House Oversight Committee’s probe into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
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Exclusive Joint Interview with PA Senators Fetterman, McCormick on Rising Tensions with Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The US and Iran wrapped up a meeting in Geneva trying to reach a deal on Iran’s nuclear program. The President said they’re trying to work out a deal through diplomacy but has threatened to strike Iran if they continue their nuclear ambitions. We interviewed both of Pennsylvania’s Senators about Iran. They’re hopeful diplomacy will prevail but are adamant that Iran should not build up their nuclear capabilities.
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Republicans, Democrats Split on Trump’s State of the Union Address
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In just under two hours, President Donald Trump gave his State of the Union address Tuesday night. While some congressional members praised his speech, others called it out of touch with the financial reality many Americans are facing.
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Congressional Members Weigh in on Four Years of Russia’s War on Ukraine
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tuesday marks four years since Russia invaded Ukraine. The invasion has tested Ukrainians and their partners, pushing back on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s quest to conquer Ukraine.
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After Supreme Court Ruling, Trump Escalates Tariff Fight with 15% Global Rate
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The president originally responded with a 10% global tariff after Friday’s ruling — only to raise it to 15% one day later. For imports from many countries, it is an even higher rate than it was under the tariffs that were shot down in a 6-3 decision by the high…
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What to Expect in Trump’s State of the Union Address
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tuesday night, President Donald Trump will deliver the annual State of the Union address.
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Consumer Advocates Praise Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Global Tariffs, President Criticizes Court
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a six to three decision, the Supreme Court struck down the President’s global tariffs. In response to the ruling, the President said he will sign an order imposing a ten percent global tariff.
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Board of Peace Members, U.S. Pledge Billions for Gaza Relief, Reconstruction
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At the first-ever Board of Peace Summit in Washington, President Donald Trump rolled out new financial commitments and security pledges aimed at stabilizing and rebuilding Gaza.
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Trump to make Decision on Potential Military Strike on Iran Within Two Weeks
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – During President Trump’s Board of Peace meeting, he said he will make a decision on whether to carry out a potential military strike on Iran within the next two weeks. This follows reports of a large US military build-up in the region.
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Day 5 of Partial Govt. Shutdown as DHS Funding Standoff Continues, FEMA Disruptions Emerge
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The partial shutdown is impacting the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees agencies like ICE, the Coast Guard, FEMA and TSA.