World News
In today’s broadcast, we start with the sad news of the passing of Democratic Sen. Dianne Feinstein, who died at the age of 90 after battling shingles. Governor Gavin Newsom plans to appoint a new senator to fill her seat, with the commitment to choose a black woman. Next, Gen. Mark Milley’s decision to step down from his position as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff is a surprise. Milley cited the continuous crises in his role, hinting at stress. His departure follows a history of clashes with former President Donald Trump, with Milley recently referring to Trump as a “wannabe dictator.” House Oversight Committee Chair, James Comer, has issued subpoenas to Hunter and James Biden after testimony from Joe Biden’s first impeachment hearing. Comer aims to further investigate the evidence of alleged wrongdoing by the Biden family, stating that bank records, coupled with witness testimony, reveal Joe Biden’s abuse of public office for financial gain.
BlackRock’s head expressed concerns about the irrationality and fear caused by the recurring government shutdowns in the United States, particularly over political disputes. Viewership ratings for the second Republican primary debate saw a significant decline, with only 9.3 million viewers, down 26% from the first debate. Tucker Carlson’s recent interview with Bill O’Reilly garnered over 20 million views. During the interview, O’Reilly discussed Trump’s legal situation, suggesting that even if convicted, Trump wouldn’t go to prison.
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