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This is what is happening…
-Biden signs defense bill despite ban on transgender treatment
– Trump plans rename Denali ruffle feathers
– Former President Clinton discharged from hospital after being treated for flu
Biden’s veto nullifies a bill to increase the number of federal trial court judges
President Biden on Monday vetoed a bill that would have added 66 federal district judgeships over a span of more than a decade, a once bipartisan effort designed so that no political party would have the upper hand in shaping the system. . federal judiciary.
Three presidential administrations, starting with the incoming one trump administration, and six Congresses would have had the opportunity to appoint new trial judges, according to the legislation, which had the support of representative organizations of judges and lawyers.
Despite the organizations’ arguments that more judiciaries would help with cases that have suffered serious delays in resolution and alleviate concerns about access to justice, the White House said Biden would veto the bill.
In a statement, Biden said he made his decision because the House’s “hasty action” left open questions about the “lifetime” positions..Read more
President Joe Biden signed the defense bill into law despite objections to the legislation. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
White House
LAST MINUTE Biden signs defense bill despite ban on transgender treatment for military children …Read more
Trump transition
PEAK VOLTAGE Trump’s plan to undo Obama’s name change to ‘Denali’ sparks controversy …Read more
Clouds partially obscure Denali, the highest mountain peak in North America, as seen from inside Denali National Park, Alaska, on September 22, 2022. (PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)
capitol hill
‘WAR’ STANCE New York Republican compares sanctuary states to the Confederacy …Read more
‘IMMINENT THREATS’ House lawmakers rally to fund Afghan visa program as Trump promises major spending cuts …Read more
MAKE THEM RESPONSIBLE Democratic Committee Chairman Reveals How Party Intends to Regain Majority During Midterms …Read more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chair Rep. Suzan DelBene of Washington State is interviewed by Fox News Digital, December 12, 2024 in Washington DC (Fox News – Paul Steinhauser)
trail dust
TRUMP ON THE ROAD Trump will be “very active on the campaign trail” in the 2026 midterms, GOP chairman predicts …Read more
President-elect Trump at AmericaFest in Arizona. (Rick Scuteri)
throughout America
BACK TO THE HORSE Governor Jim Pillen recovering from multiple injuries after being hit by a horse …Read more
BOARDING CALL California Democrats Urge Feds to Fund High-Speed Rail Before DOGE …Read more
HOLIDAY HOUSE Bill Clinton released from hospital after being treated for flu …Read more
TAKE IT HOME Rescue mission operator believes Navy veteran Austin Tice is alive and will be found soon …Read more
‘WARM HOSPITALITY’ The university rector has repeatedly approached senior PCC officials …Read more
ARREST FOR ELECTION FRAUD Pennsylvania woman allegedly recorded the deaths of her father and others …Read more
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