What to know about the chemicals in the Ohio train derailment
The Norfolk Southern train derailment in Ohio left behind toxic chemicals, leaving many wondering about potential health impacts though officials say it’s safe to remain in the community. Residents temporarily evacuated because of the release of a carcinogen called vinyl chloride, but on Feb. 8, officials determined they could return, citing air quality monitoring that showed “readings at points below safety screening levels for contaminants of concern.” Air monitoring is expected to continue, and free water well testing will also be available.
Read MorePence says Biden's briefing on downed aerial objects is 'too little too late'
Former Vice President Pence blasted President Biden’s briefing on the objects that the U.S. has shot down over the past couple of weeks, saying the explanations from the president on Thursday were “too little, too late.” “I would characterize the president’s press conference today as too little, too late,” Pence said on Fox News. “I mean to have the president address this issue two weeks after this captured the nation’s attention with the first balloon is just unacceptable.” In remarks from the White House, Biden said the three objects shot out of the sky last weekend we
Read MoreArizona court rejects Kari Lake's claim she won governor's race, citing no evidence
A state court has rejected another one of Kari Lake’s legal challenges regarding her loss to Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs (D) in the midterm elections — with the judge finding no evidence to support the Republican’s claim that she won. Thursday's rejection is the second ruling against the former gubernatorial candidate’s effort to prove her victory. “Lake’s arguments highlight Election Day difficulties, but her request for relief fails because the evidence presented to the superior court ultimately supports the court’s conclusion that voters were able to cast their ballots,
Read MoreMcCarthy tells Mayorkas to 'stop lying' about border
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Read MoreWhite House brushes off Haley’s call for mental competency test
White House aides are confident they can combat GOP attacks on President Biden’s age and mental acuity, saying he has proven time and again that he’s up to the job. The criticisms resurfaced this week as Republican Nikki Haley labeled herself a “next generation” candidate in making her opening pitch for her 2024 presidential bid. Haley also insisted that anyone over 75 years old should be subjected to a mental competency test. It was a jab at Biden — who will turn 81 in November — and Haley’s 76-year-old rival for the Republican nomination, former President T
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