King Abdullah II’s Visit, a Nor’easter, & More | 02.14.24
Feb 14, 2024
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King Abdullah II visits the White House to discuss the Israel-Hamas war, inflation rates and driver strikes make headlines, President Biden's TikTok debut, marathon world record holder's death, and a Tuvoo ad are discussed.
King Abdullah II called for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war, while President Biden proposed a six-week pause in fighting.
Congress passed a wartime aid package including funding for Ukraine, Israel, Indo-Pacific allies, and humanitarian aid, but it may not survive due to concerns about foreign aid without border security and rising national debt.
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Discussion on King Abdullah II's Visit to the White House
King Abdullah II of Jordan met with President Biden to discuss the ongoing Israel Hamas war. The conversation revolved around Palestinian aid efforts, hostage release deals, and the push for a two-state solution. While Biden proposed a six-week pause in fighting, Abdullah called for an immediate and permanent ceasefire. The leaders expressed concern for displaced Palestinians in Rafa, and Israel's rescue operation in Rafa resulted in the death of over 60 Palestinians.
Congress Updates and Impact of Nor'easter
Congress has been busy, with House Republicans proposing a warrantless surveillance package and the Senate passing a wartime aid package. The bill includes funding for Ukraine, Israel, Indo-Pacific allies, and humanitarian aid to war zones. However, it is unlikely to survive the Republican-controlled House due to concerns about foreign aid without border security and rising national debt. On another note, a nor'easter brought heavy snowfall to the Northeast, causing school closures and power outages. The weather also affected NYC's special election, with low turnout during the snowstorm.
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