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U.S. House Approves Bill to Withhold Federal Funds from Academic Institutions Boycotting Israel

U.S. House Approves Bill to Withhold Federal Funds from Academic Institutions Boycotting Israel

The U.S. House of Representatives has passed HR 4795, a bill that would prevent federal funds from being allocated to academic institutions engaging in commercial boycotts against Israel. The 'Protect Economic and Academic Freedom Act' passed with 237 votes to 169, with support from 203 Republicans, 33 Democrats, and one independent. If enacted, the bill would amend the Higher Education Act of 1965, requiring universities to certify that they do not participate in non-expressive commercial boycotts of Israel to maintain access to certain federal funds. The legislation also mandates that institutions certify students are not unreasonably hindered from participating in academic programs in Israel. Co-sponsored by North Carolina Republican Virginia Foxx and New Jersey Democrat Josh Gottheimer, the bill aims to counter the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement on college campuses. A 2022 U.S. Court of Appeals ruling clarified that economic boycotts are considered non-expressive commercial conduct, ...
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Future Walker Cup sites showcase some of golf's greatest courses

Future Walker Cup sites showcase some of golf's greatest courses

The Walker Cup has selected its future championship venues in the U.S. all the way through the year 2052.
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Donald Trump proposes making his Florida club a U.S. presidential golf course

Donald Trump proposes making his Florida club a U.S. presidential golf course

The president offered to "designate" his Trump International Golf Club as a U.S. Presidential Golf Course in a letter sent to county commissioners.
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Representative Josh Gottheimer Highlights Anti-Israel Stance as Growing Moral Criterion within Democratic Party

Representative Josh Gottheimer Highlights Anti-Israel Stance as Growing Moral Criterion within Democratic Party

Democratic Congressman Josh Gottheimer of New Jersey has stated that a distinctly anti-Israel stance is progressively becoming an uncompromising moral criterion within the internal political apparatus of the Democratic Party. This issue is emerging as a pivotal point for individuals seeking to advance within the party. The sentiment suggests that to gain traction on the left wing of the Democratic Party, individuals, including Jewish members, are expected to disavow their cultural ties to Israel. This perspective is presented as a prerequisite for political advancement within certain party circles. The broader context indicates a growing radicalization within the Democratic Party, particularly concerning its stance on Israel, with some activists demanding explicit anti-Israel declarations as a form of 'purification ritual.'
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CAIR-LA Names Cenk Uygur as Keynote Speaker Amidst Controversy Over Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

CAIR-LA Names Cenk Uygur as Keynote Speaker Amidst Controversy Over Alleged Antisemitic Remarks

The Council on American-Islamic Relations Los Angeles (CAIR-LA) has announced Cenk Uygur, host of The Young Turks, as a keynote speaker for an upcoming gala. This decision follows public claims made by Uygur that Israel controls the United States Congress. According to the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition, such statements are classified as antisemitism. The announcement has drawn attention due to the controversial nature of Uygur's past remarks, which have also included questioning the official narrative of the 9/11 attacks. His involvement with CAIR has previously sparked debates regarding his perspectives on Israel and U.S. foreign policy. The House of Representatives recently passed a bill aimed at cutting funding for anti-Semitic boycotts, indicating a broader legislative focus on combating antisemitism in the U.S.
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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Bans Flock License Plate Readers on State Highways

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis Bans Flock License Plate Readers on State Highways

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a ban on Flock camera license plate readers on Florida state highways. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has formally revoked Flock's permits for these devices operating on state right-of-ways, meaning they will be removed, and no new permits will be issued. This decision is not a blanket ban on all Flock hardware in the state, but specifically targets license plate readers previously installed on state-owned roads. Governor DeSantis expressed concerns about potential abuse and overreach in data collection, stating, 'These cameras that are out there now — who's to say they're only doing the license plate? I think it's capturing people in their cars. I think it's capturing way more information than they're letting on. And you've seen the abuse.' Will Watts, the chief operating officer of the FDOT, cited 'concerning reports of misuse, data privacy concerns, and surveillance schemes' as reasons for the decision, emphasizing the need to preserve Floridi...
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Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

Republicans are making Muslims a campaign issue in the 2026 US midterms

By Richard Cowan and David Hood-Nuño WASHINGTON, Sept 8 (Reuters) - Republican Vice President JD Vance called Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim and a Democrat running for the U.S.
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76-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Apopka Vineland Road in Orange County

76-Year-Old Pedestrian Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash on Apopka Vineland Road in Orange County

A 76-year-old Orlando man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on Apopka Vineland Road in Orange County, Florida, on Monday morning. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the man was walking across the road outside of a marked crosswalk near the intersection of Apopka Vineland Road and Palm Parkway when he was struck by a Nissan Altima. The impact threw him into the outside lane, where he was then hit by a Nissan Cube and a third, unidentified vehicle, possibly a white SUV, which fled the scene. The driver of the Nissan Cube initially left but later returned. The pedestrian was transported to Dr. Phillips Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The drivers of the Altima and Cube were not injured. FHP is investigating the incident and is seeking information about the third vehicle.
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The Venezuelan billionaire the US investigated for money laundering now has a Pentagon oil deal

The Venezuelan billionaire the US investigated for money laundering now has a Pentagon oil deal

By Sarah Kinosian, Marianna Parraga and Gram Slattery CARACAS/MIAMI, Sept 5 (Reuters) - The billionaire who helped broker the Trump administration’s sweeping long-term oil deal with Venezuela was until recently a target of U.S. money-laundering investigations involving funds embezzled from the state
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U.S. Senators Pressure Israel Over E1 Settlement Construction, Citing Two-State Solution Jeopardization

U.S. Senators Pressure Israel Over E1 Settlement Construction, Citing Two-State Solution Jeopardization

Twenty-nine Democratic senators have urged Israel to halt proposed construction in the E1 area, located between Jerusalem and Ma’aleh Adumim, an Israeli city of 40,000 residents. The senators argue that Israeli construction in E1 would sever the Ramallah-Bethlehem corridor, thereby undermining the contiguity of a future Palestinian state and jeopardizing the prospects for a two-state solution. This pressure from U.S. policymakers highlights a long-standing point of contention, as advocates for Palestinian statehood view E1 development as a critical obstacle. Despite international opposition, E1 lies in Area C, where Israel maintains planning and zoning authority under the Oslo framework. The U.S. stance emphasizes its commitment to a two-state solution that ensures lasting peace and security for both Israel and a future Palestinian state. The debate extends beyond the immediate construction, touching upon the broader question of security control in this strategically vital corridor.
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Born here but deported. A Texas man's harrowing ordeal.

Born here but deported. A Texas man's harrowing ordeal.

A traffic stop in Texas landed Brian Morales García, a U.S. citizen, in immigration custody. After he was deported to Mexico, a lawsuit helped bring him back.
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Department of Labor Orders Pompano Beach Restaurant to Pay $733K in Back Wages for Overtime Violations

Department of Labor Orders Pompano Beach Restaurant to Pay $733K in Back Wages for Overtime Violations

Department of Labor Orders Pompano Beach Restaurant to Pay $733K in Back Wages for Overtime Violations