WASHINGTON (AP) — House Speaker Mike Johnson on Thursday indicated he will send articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate shortly after Congress returns to Washington next month. The Republican speaker said he would send the two articles on April 10. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to swear in…… Continue Reading
Tax changes small business owners should be aware of as the tax deadline looms
As Tax Day approaches, there are plenty of things small business owners should keep in mind when filing taxes this year. April 15 is still the annual tax deadline for many small businesses although, unlike individuals, small businesses can have varying deadlines depending on the type of company, the state the taxes are filed in, and other factors. Quarterly estimated tax payments…… Continue Reading
Rep. Andy Harris on Lifting Red Tape to Expedite Key Bridge Reconstruction
On March 26, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being struck by a cargo ship owned by Danish shipping giant Maersk. The excursion from Baltimore to Sri Lanka came to an immediate halt when the ship reportedly lost power and struck the iconic bridge. Authorities have reported that six people are presumed…… Continue Reading
Cargo ship had engine maintenance in port before it collided with Baltimore bridge, officials say
BALTIMORE (AP) — The cargo ship that lost power and crashed into a bridge in Baltimore underwent “routine engine maintenance” in port beforehand, the U.S. Coast Guard said Wednesday, as divers recovered the bodies of two of six workers who plunged into the water when it collapsed. The others were presumed dead, and officials said search efforts had been exhausted…… Continue Reading
US changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity. It’s the first revision in 27 years
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — For the first time in 27 years, the U.S. government is changing how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity, an effort that federal officials believe will more accurately count residents who identify as Hispanic and of Middle Eastern and North African heritage…… Continue Reading
What we know about the Baltimore bridge collapse
The operators of the Dali cargo ship issued a mayday call that the vessel had lost power moments before the crash, but the ship still headed toward the span at “a very, very rapid speed,” Maryland Gov. Wes Moore said.
The 985-foot-long (300-meter-long) vessel struck one of the 1.6-mile (2.6-kilometer) bridge’s supports, causing the span to break and fall into the water within seconds…… Continue Reading
Some Republicans who supported Nikki Haley are still refusing to back Donald Trump
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Now that Nikki Haley has shuttered her presidential campaign, one person who voted for her refuses to back former President Donald Trump and plans to reluctantly vote for President Joe Biden.
Another Haley primary supporter acknowledges that he was probably always a “closet Trump fan” and will vote for the former president again in November…… Continue Reading
Hunter Biden’s tax case heads to a California courtroom as his defense seeks to have it tossed out
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Attorneys for Hunter Biden are expected in court Wednesday in Los Angeles, where he is accused in what prosecutors call a four-year scheme to avoid paying $1.4 million in taxes while living an extravagant lifestyle. President Joe Biden’s son has pleaded not guilty to the nine felony and misdemeanor tax offenses. He’s asking the judge to toss out…… Continue Reading
Win a Trip to See Taylor Swift at The Eras Tour | Fall 2024
TAYLOR SWIFT. The world’s biggest artist. THE ERAS TOUR. The tour that broke all the records. AND YOU. COULD. BE THERE. Are you ready for it? We have a Blank Space on some tickets to see Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour when she returns to the U.S. this Fall, and we’ll write your name when you win!… Continue Reading
Op-Ed: Andrews: Upholding religious freedom and inclusivity in Loudoun County Public Schools
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