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National Security Warning & NY’s Special Election | Afternoon Update | 2.14.24

Feb 14, 2024
05:55
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Republican chairman discusses national security threat and declassification request. Pipeline explosion in Iran and regional tensions. Appointment of new Republican Congressman. Political developments, legal appeals, crimes, and strikes including election of Tom Swazee, failed meeting between house speaker and President Biden, Weinstein's conviction appeal, arrest of illegal immigrant, strike by Uber and Lyft drivers, and Valentine's Day spending.
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  • Congressman Mike Turner expressed concern about a serious national security threat, urging the president to declassify information to collaborate with allies.
  • An explosion in Iran's gas pipeline increased tensions in the region, coinciding with Israel's conflict with Hamas and resulting in retaliatory strikes by Israeli officials.

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Republican Chair of the House Intelligence Committee warns of serious national security threat

Congressman Mike Turner of Ohio, the Republican chair of the House Intelligence Committee, issued a statement expressing concern about a serious national security threat. While the statement did not provide specific details about the threat, Turner urged the president to declassify all related information to collaborate with allies on combatting it. House members were seen entering and exiting a secure room in the capital basement, where classified information is shared. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan confirmed plans for a meeting with lawmakers and emphasized the importance of addressing the situation.

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