McConnell Sprains Wrist in Fall at Capitol; Colleague Says He’s Fine

This is the latest health incident for the 82-year-old McConnell, who has been in the Senate since 1985 and has led the Senate GOP since 2007. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) tripped and fell on Dec. 10 on Capitol Hill, suffering a sprained wrist and a cut to his face. “Leader McConnell tripped following

Kroger-Albertsons Merger Faces Setbacks in Federal and State Courts

The federal judge said that the companies could pursue a merger at a later date if deemed lawful in administrative proceedings. Judges in state and federal courts issued rulings on Dec. 10 blocking a proposed merger between supermarket chains Albertsons and Kroger. Oregon District Judge Adrienne Nelson and Washington’s King County Superior Court Judge Marshall

Federal Judge Halts $25 Billion Merger Between Kroger and Albertsons

The judge said that the companies could pursue a merger at a later date if deemed lawful in administrative proceedings. A federal judge has granted the Federal Trade Commission’s request for a preliminary injunction halting a proposed merger between supermarket chains Albertsons and Kroger. “On balance, the Court finds that both qualitative and quantitative evidence

Biden Touts Economic Legacy, Says Trump Inherits ‘Strongest Economy’ in World

In a speech, Biden criticized Trump’s economic plan and expressed hope that the incoming president would build on the progress he has made. WASHINGTON—President Joe Biden delivered a speech on Dec. 10 highlighting his economic achievements as he nears the final days of his presidency. He also expressed hope that the incoming Trump administration would

White House Threatens Veto on Bill Adding 66 Federal Judges After Trump Win

The White House has announced President Joe Biden’s intent to veto a judicial expansion bill, citing rushed timing and concerns about political motivations. The White House announced on Dec. 10 that President Joe Biden intends to veto a bipartisan bill proposing the first significant expansion of federal district court judgeships in more than 30 years.

Johnson, Trump to Talk Strategy for Fast-Tracking GOP Agenda

Republicans say they hope to pass sweeping legislation on border security, energy policy, and tax reform as soon as possible. WASHINGTON—House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) says he and President-elect Donald Trump are working on strategy for the first 100 days of the incoming Republican-dominated government. “I’ve been talking daily with the incoming White House. …

Speaker Johnson Hosts Ceremony Commemorating Maquis de Lafayette’s Address to Congress

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) and Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) hosts a ceremony at the U.S. Capitol to commemorate the 200th anniversary of Marquis de Lafayette’s address to Congress. This event is scheduled to begin at 3:00 p.m. ET on Dec. 10. Original News Source Link – Epoch TimesRunning For Office? Conservative Campaign Consulting