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Morning Announcements

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  • Morning Announcements is a daily show brought to you by the Betches Sup, here to help you make sense of the world in the wake of 2020’s chaos. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage gives you quick daily updates with the most important info you need to know about politics and current events. Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz.
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  • Friday, May 24th, 2024

    Friday, May 24th, 2024
    May 24 2024
    Today’s Headlines: President Biden welcomed Kenyan President William Ruto for a three-day state visit, marking Kenya as the first African country to be designated a major non-NATO ally. The visit included meetings with tech leaders and discussions on Kenya’s deployment of 1,000 troops to Haiti for a UN-led mission. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a surprise early national election for July 4th, as his Conservative Party trails the Labour Party in polls, possibly aiming to secure a better electoral outcome. In the US, the Supreme Court ruled that South Carolina's Republican-led redistricting did not constitute illegal gerrymandering, despite its impact on Black voters. Justice Clarence Thomas controversially suggested the Court overreached in its historic Brown vs. Board of Education decision banning school segregation. The Department of Justice filed an antitrust lawsuit against Live Nation, parent company of Ticketmaster, alleging monopolistic practices that harm consumers and artists. Additionally, the border deal fails again while Louisiana lawmakers passed a law classifying abortion medications as controlled substances, with strict penalties for possession without a prescription. Economic updates include a Federal Reserve survey indicating 65% of households are struggling with inflation, prompting major retailers like Target and Walmart to announce price cuts. The Department of Education also announced $7.7 billion in student debt cancellation for 160,000 borrowers under existing forgiveness programs. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Biden is honoring Kenya with state visit as the East African nation prepares to send police to Haiti Reuters: Rishi Sunak calls UK national election for July 4 NBC News: Supreme Court throws out race claim in South Carolina redistricting case in win for GOP Axios: Clarence Thomas attacks Brown v. Board ruling amid 70th anniversary NBC News: 'It is time to break up Live Nation': DOJ sues Ticketmaster parent over alleged monopoly Axios: Bipartisan border deal fails again in Senate WA Post: Louisiana House passes bill making abortion pills controlled substances Reuters: US households still feel pinched by inflation, Fed survey says WA Post: Grocers are finally lowering prices as consumers pull back AP News: Biden administration canceling student loans for another 160000 borrowers Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • Thursday, May 23rd, 2024

    Thursday, May 23rd, 2024
    May 23 2024
    Today’s Headlines: Norway, Spain, and Ireland have recognized the State of Palestine based on pre-1967 borders, while Israel briefly seized and then returned AP broadcast equipment in Gaza amid accusations of image sharing with Al-Jazeera. In the U.S., Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito faces criticism for displaying a "Stop The Steal" coded flag, prompting a censure resolution from Representative Steve Cohen. Donald Trump's legal troubles continue as classified documents were found at Mar-a-Lago months after an FBI search, and Trump claimed the DOJ tried to kill him during that search. Meanwhile, Nikki Haley endorsed Trump for the 2024 election. Ohio's Secretary of State plans to exclude Joe Biden from the ballot due to nomination timing issues, potentially leading to legal action. Additionally, Capitol rioter Charles Hand III is running for Congress in Georgia. Finally, a mysterious package containing blood was sent to the RNC headquarters, prompting an investigation by law enforcement. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Reuters: Norway, Spain and Ireland to recognize Palestinian state, as it happened Axios: "Act of madness": Israeli officials seize AP equipment, cut live feed of Gaza NY Times: Supreme Court Justice Alito’s Beach House Displayed ‘Appeal to Heaven’ Flag House.gov: Congressman Cohen Introduces Resolution of Censure Against Justice Alito Axios: Trump's attorneys found classified docs in his bedroom months after raid NY Times: Trump Falsely Claims Biden Administration Was 'Locked & Loaded' to Kill Him PBS: WATCH: Former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley says she will vote for Donald Trump NY Times: Ohio Elections Official Threatens to Exclude Biden From the Ballot NBC News: Jan. 6 rioter who pushed through tear gas inside Capitol advances to House GOP runoff in Georgia CBS News: Vials of suspected blood sent to RNC headquarters in Washington, D.C., prompting lockdown Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    8 mins
  • Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024

    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024
    May 22 2024
    Today’s Headlines: Defendant Donald’s criminal trial is almost over, with the defense resting its case and closing arguments set for next Tuesday after Memorial Day. Jury instructions were finalized, which are crucial for guiding the jury and potential appeals. Trump hinted at a third term at the NRA meeting and posted a controversial video on Truth Social, later deleted. He’s also considering allowing states to restrict contraceptives. President Biden announced over a million claims approved under the PACT Act, providing $5.7 billion in benefits to veterans affected by toxic exposure. NYC Mayor Eric Adams is under investigation for allegedly conspiring with the Turkish government to funnel illegal campaign donations and pressuring officials to approve a new consulate. Scarlett Johansson accused OpenAI of using her voice for their AI system without her consent, despite her refusal. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Donald Trump's hush money trial: Highlights from day 20 The Guardian: Trump floats idea of three-term presidency at NRA convention | US elections 2024 NBC News: Trump shares video suggesting his victory will bring 'unified Reich' WA Post: Trump backtracks after suggesting he’s open to states restricting birth control access NY Times: V.A. Has Approved 1 Million Claims Under Burn Pit Law, Biden Announces NY Times: Eric Adams’s Aide Is Cooperating With FBI Investigation Into NYC Mayor WA Post: Scarlett Johansson says OpenAI copied ‘Her’ voice after she said no Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    7 mins
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