US and world headlines
5 Reasons the Debt Limit Crisis Is Derailing the U.S. Economy
The biggest threat facing the US economy this year may be the fight over the federal debt ceiling.
Congress and the White House have about six months to avoid an unprecedented and catastrophic default on federal debt. But House Republicans are vehemently opposed to raising the debt ceiling without serious spending cuts, and there is no clear path to keeping America solvent.
If lawmakers fail to reach an agreement to avoid a default, experts say the shock could plunge the world into recession and financial crisis. Even a protracted debt ceiling confrontation could unsettle markets and derail a global economy already weakened by inflation, rising interest rates and the lingering scars of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Border under cartel control, not US, Yuma residents say
The Mexican cartels that control the southern border are endangering Americans as they smuggle drugs and violent criminals into the United States, a border town official told Fox News.
“This is not a political debate,” Yuma County Superintendent Jonathan Lines told Fox News. “This is a national security issue.”
“Unless this situation changes and we regain control from the cartels, it will only get worse as people are trafficked across our borders,” Lines said.
According to Lines, the cartels have established effective and profitable smuggling operations, taking advantage of the surge in immigration to bypass overwhelmed Border Patrol officials. We can help you cross, but if you can’t afford that cost, you can traffic drugs or pay off your debts instead of cash.
Court to Hear Ex-Cop’s Appeal in George Floyd Murder
Derek Chauvin’s attorney asks an appeals court on Wednesday to reverse the former Minneapolis police officer’s conviction in the murder of George Floyd, arguing numerous legal and procedural errors robbed him of a fair trial. I’m planning to
Floyd died on May 25, 2020 after Chauvin, who is white, pressed a black man with his knee to his neck for 9 1/2 minutes. Bystander video captured Floyd’s waning cry of “I can’t breathe.” Floyd’s death sparked protests around the world and forced a painful public account of police brutality and racism.
Hennepin County Judge Peter Cahill sentenced Chauvin to 22½ years in prison after a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter. rice field. Chauvin later pleaded guilty to federal civil rights charges, and in federal prison he was sentenced to 21 years. He is currently serving time in Arizona concurrently with the state’s sentencing.
SEC Steps Up Crackdown on Cryptos
Washington-based crypto analyst Gary Gensler has long been fed up with what he sees as middlemen that break the rules of the market.
Now his agency is cracking down on the industry.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) charged digital asset giants Gemini Trust and Genesis Global Capital last week for selling unregistered products to retail investors, alleging that cryptocurrency exchanges, lenders, It was a strong warning to other platforms that they must comply with U.S. securities laws.
26-year-old woman wins $180,000 prize from Minnesota hospital
A 26-year-old woman won $180,000 after suing a Minnesota hospital that denied her a job because she was deaf.
Kaylah Vogt reached a consent decree in federal district court in Minneapolis on Thursday. This means that North Memorial Health did not admit wrongdoing, but agreed to make the payments and other actions brought up in the lawsuit.
Vogt claimed to have applied to be a greeter at a health care system hospital in Robinsdale, but despite being eligible, pandemic masking rules meant she struggled with lip reading while on the job. I was refused the job.
Wisconsin headline
Wisconsin Senate Approves Welfare Referendum, Rejects Evers-Promoted Abortion Ballot Question
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin on Jan. 17 rejected calls from Gov. Tony Evers and other Democrats asking voters whether the state should continue to ban abortion, instead asking voters questions about welfare eligibility. chose to proceed.
An advisory referendum on welfare proposed by top Republicans is non-binding, meaning it won’t change state law, but supporters are seeking public opinion on the issue.
The bill will go to Congress and must pass before it is considered by voters on April 4th. Democrats argued that the Republican Party was only trying to increase Republican voter turnout.
Senate introduces amendments to change state bail laws
Voters are one step closer to determining the future of Wisconsin’s bail law following Tuesday’s state Senate vote.
Senate Republicans voted 23 to 9, along with two Democrats, to pass a resolution allowing the judge to consider a defendant’s violent criminal record and the seriousness of the charges when setting bail.
Currently, the Commissioner can only consider the possibility of the defendant appearing in court.
The bill is currently before Congress, where a majority of Republicans is expected to pass the resolution on Thursday. From there, the question will appear before voters in his April ballot.
Wisconsin Judge Dismisses Fake Republican Electoral Complaint
A Wisconsin judge has dismissed a public record complaint that Republicans on the Wisconsin Election Commission served as fake electors for former President Donald Trump.
The complaint against Commissioner Robert Spindell was dismissed Tuesday by a Dane County Circuit Judge, while allegations that the Board of Elections violated the State Public Records Act continue.
AG Kaul Announces Wisconsin Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force
During National Anti-Trafficking Month, Attorney General Josh Cowl will support federal, state and tribal law enforcement and human trafficking survivors to ensure justice is served by human trafficking survivors. We are pleased to announce a new statewide multidisciplinary task force composed of victim service providers dedicated to: commit a crime The Wisconsin Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (WAHTTF) is led by the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) Criminal Investigative Division (DCI) and Project Respect.
“This task force will step up our efforts to combat human trafficking and assist survivors in Wisconsin,” said Attorney General Josh Cowl. “By connecting law enforcement and victim service providers, we can ensure that Wisconsin takes a comprehensive approach to fighting this crime.”
“To improve Wisconsin’s response to this crime, we will actively engage with our community to build trust, build relationships, support survivor identification, and incorporate survivor feedback. requires a coordinated strategy.
DNR Seeks 2022 Ethical Hunter Award Nominations
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is accepting nominations for the 2022 Wisconsin Ethical Hunter Awards. Candidates are selected based on their exceptional moral behavior and character while on the field.
Established in 1997, the Wisconsin Hunter Ethics Award recognizes hunters whose behavior is emblematic of Wisconsin’s hunting traditions. This honor reflects our tradition of enjoying the outdoors responsibly, respectfully and safely.
“Ethical behavior comes in many forms,” said Major April Dombrowski, DNR Recreational Safety and Outdoor Skills Section Chief. He has lost gear, helped others find lost game, and helped another hunter facing some sort of challenge. “
Hunters or non-Hunters may nominate Wisconsin Hunters with the Wisconsin Ethics Hunter Award for their actions during the 2022 calendar year. Many nominations are attributed to moose deer season, but ethical behavior can occur during squirrel hunting, turkey hunting, waterfowl hunting, or any other Wisconsin hunting season.
Last updated: Jan 18, 2023 5:34 AM CST
