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How The Ed Department Fumbled The FAFSA Revamp
Feb 21, 2024
Reporter Prem Thakker discusses the U.S. veto on a ceasefire in Gaza and FAFSA chaos. Students are left in the dark about aid packages impacting college decisions. Also, updates on a shooting at a Super Bowl parade, attacks on librarians in West Virginia, and Bridgit Mendler's space startup.
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- The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution for a Gaza ceasefire, highlighting tensions with Israel.
- The flawed FAFSA revamp delays aid packages, impacting college decisions and leaving students in the dark.
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US Vetoes UN Resolution for Gaza Ceasefire
The United States has vetoed a United Nations resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The US ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, cited ongoing negotiations to free hostages as the reason for the veto. The resolution, proposed by Algeria, raised concerns about Israel's military operations, but 13 council members voted in favor, while Britain abstained. This veto contrasts with the Biden administration's critical stance on Israel's actions and its frustrations with Prime Minister Netanyahu.
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