Morning Wire GOP Support for Texas & Tech Layoffs | Afternoon Update | 1.26.24
Jan 26, 2024
Texas Governor Abbott doubles down on border security amid federal challenges. Boeing faces production hurdles with the Max 9 jets while grappling with safety concerns. The tech world sees massive layoffs as economic pressures mount. Meanwhile, Netflix celebrates subscriber growth and a new partnership with WWE. Jon Stewart's much-anticipated comeback to The Daily Show sparks excitement. Plus, interesting updates on Taylor Swift's AI image legal drama and a bizarre incident involving a mislabeled cookie.
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Texas Border Standoff
- Texas Governor Greg Abbott continues border security efforts with razor wire and barriers, backed by 25 Republican governors.
- The Biden administration's demand for park access is defied, creating political tension.
Boeing 737 MAX 9 Incident
- A Boeing 737 MAX 9's exit door blew off mid-flight, prompting a Senate hearing with CEO David Calhoun.
- The FAA halted production but cleared flights to resume, emphasizing confidence in the plane's safety.
US Intelligence Warning to Iran
- US intelligence warned Iran about an ISIS attack that killed 84 and wounded nearly 300.
- This warning, driven by the "duty-to-warn" policy, applies even to adversaries.