Iran-backed militia groups abandon bases, labor union battle, Denver overwhelmed by migrants, migrant attack on NYPD officers
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The Biden administration is prepared to take necessary actions to defend the US against Iran-backed militia groups and respond to future attacks, but doubts remain about the strength of the response.
Union membership has become a crucial voting bloc, with a decrease in Democratic advantage among union workers and both Biden and Trump vying for their support in the 2024 election.
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Biden Administration's Response to Iran and Its Proxies
The Biden administration has promised retribution for the killing of three American soldiers by Iran-backed militia groups. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated that the U.S. will take necessary actions to defend the country and respond when and where they choose. The U.S. military has received approval to hit militia and Iranian targets in Iraq and Syria. However, critics doubt whether the response will be strong enough to prevent future attacks. There are concerns that a war could break out between Israel and Hezbollah, with Hezbollah continuing to threaten Israeli forces.
Shift in Union Members' Voting Patterns
Although union membership has decreased, union members have become a crucial voting bloc. Historically, they have strongly supported Democrats, but there has been a shift in recent years. In the 2020 election, the Democratic advantage among union workers decreased to around 20 points. Polling for the 2024 election shows a tie between Biden and Trump among union workers. Both Trump and Biden are striving to win over union members, with Biden securing the endorsement of the United Auto Workers Union and Trump emphasizing his crackdown on illegal immigration.
Overwhelmed Denver Struggles with Influx of Migrants
Denver, a sanctuary city, is facing challenges due to a surge of around 40,000 migrants seeking shelter and resources. The city has limited the amount of time migrants can stay in shelters due to capacity strain. Denver needs significant funding, estimated at $100 million, to cover migrant costs such as housing, healthcare, and education. Migrants' arrival has also impacted the city's public schools. The federal government has been urged to provide financial support, but the situation has led to displacement of the homeless and other concerns.
Iran-backed militia groups abandon their bases in fear of U.S. retaliation, a political battle over labor unions brews, and Denver finds itself overwhelmed after some 40,000 migrants. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.
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