Morning Wire Thursday Afternoon Update | 10.27.22
Oct 27, 2022
Recent political turbulence takes center stage, with Senator Menendez facing legal woes and a critical railroad union rejecting a labor deal, raising strike fears. Meanwhile, Congresswoman Flores finds herself excluded from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus. In the tech world, Meta struggles with sales declines as it faces fierce competition from TikTok. Adding to the day's chaos, a shocking bus hijacking unfolds in NYC, and a football coach is reinstated, sparking discussions on freedom and religious rights.
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Menendez Investigation
- Senator Robert Menendez is under federal investigation.
- This comes years after a trial on corruption charges involving alleged bribes.
Railroad Strike Looms
- A second major railroad union rejected a labor deal brokered by the Biden administration.
- This raises the likelihood of a nationwide rail strike before the holidays.
Flores Denied Caucus Membership
- Rep. Mayra Flores, the first Mexican-born woman in Congress, was denied entry to the Congressional Hispanic Caucus.
- The caucus stated it's for Democrats only, citing Flores' differing values.