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FDA chief says feds are preparing for low probability of bird flu moving to humans
WASHINGTON — The commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said at a congressional hearing Wednesday the agency is preparing for the possibility the strain of avian influenza affecting dairy cattle could jump to humans, though he cautioned the probability is low. Robert Califf told senators on the panel in charge of his agency’s […] The post FDA chief says feds are preparing for low probability of bird flu moving to humans appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
U.S. House GOP targets noncitizen voting, even though it’s rare
WASHINGTON — U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson unveiled a bill Wednesday that would require states to verify proof of citizenship to prevent noncitizens from voting in federal elections, something already barred under the law. Johnson, a Louisiana Republican who played a key role through legal challenges in defending the former president’s efforts to overturn the […] The post U.S. House GOP targets noncitizen voting, even though it’s rare appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Nebraska U.S. Rep. Bacon seeks to censure Minnesota Rep. Omar over ‘antisemitic rhetoric’
WASHINGTON — Minnesota Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar could face a censure vote as soon as next week, after a Nebraska Republican filed a resolution condemning comments she made during a visit to protests at Columbia University last month. Rep. Don Bacon’s four-page resolution says during the visit Omar “referred to Jewish students as ‘pro-genocide.’” […] The post Nebraska U.S. Rep. Bacon seeks to censure Minnesota Rep. Omar over ‘antisemitic rhetoric’ appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Northwest Lincoln, Lancaster County District 21 legislative race features fresh political faces
LINCOLN — Two small business founders and one union leader are vying for a northwest Lancaster County legislative seat encompassing Lincoln, Malcolm, Raymond, Davey and Waverly. Incumbent State Sen. Beau Ballard of Lincoln is running for the seat for the first time after his Jan. 4, 2023, appointment to succeed his former legislative boss, Speaker (and […] The post Northwest Lincoln, Lancaster County District 21 legislative race features fresh political faces appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Southeast Omaha District 7 will send first-time public officeholder to Legislature
OMAHA — An open seat to represent the largely southeast Omaha district in the Legislature has attracted a field of four: a lawmaker’s aide, a longtime Latino activist, a bilingual public schools advocate and an owner of a martial arts studio. All have been politically active in various ways, but none ever held an elected […] The post Southeast Omaha District 7 will send first-time public officeholder to Legislature appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Porn star Stormy Daniels in NYC hush money trial alleges sexual encounter with Trump
WASHINGTON — Adult film star Stormy Daniels told a Manhattan jury Tuesday about meeting Donald Trump in a penthouse suite in 2006, where he told the actress not to worry about his wife and said shortly before they had sex that she reminded him of his daughter. The testimony, reported by journalists in the courtroom, […] The post Porn star Stormy Daniels in NYC hush money trial alleges sexual encounter with Trump appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
‘It’s up to Mike Johnson’: Marjorie Taylor Greene again stalls vote on U.S. House speaker
WASHINGTON — Georgia Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene and Kentucky’s Thomas Massie left a meeting with U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday, saying the “ball is in his court” on whether they hold a floor vote to remove him from leadership. Greene filed the so-called motion to vacate in late March and has been using […] The post ‘It’s up to Mike Johnson’: Marjorie Taylor Greene again stalls vote on U.S. House speaker appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
TikTok sues to block new U.S. law banning app if it is not sold
TikTok and its Chinese parent company on Tuesday challenged a recently enacted federal law banning the short-form video platform from the United States if it is not sold to a non-Chinese owner. TikTok Inc., the U.S. company that operates the popular social media service, and ByteDance, its parent company founded by Chinese entrepreneurs, filed suit […] The post TikTok sues to block new U.S. law banning app if it is not sold appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Arkansas teen, attorney general file federal lawsuit over Title IX transgender protections
The top lawyers for Arkansas and Missouri on Tuesday announced the filing of a lawsuit with four other states, including Nebraska, against the U.S. Department of Education’s change to Title IX that, among other things, codifies protections for LGBTQ+ students. The federal rule, announced in April, protects students and school employees from sex-based discrimination, requires […] The post Arkansas teen, attorney general file federal lawsuit over Title IX transgender protections appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Biden decries campus antisemitism in Holocaust remembrance speech
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden warned Tuesday of rising antisemitism in the United States and said too many are forgetting the attack on Israel in October. During a Holocaust memorial speech at the U.S. Capitol, Biden stressed the importance of honoring the 6 million Jews who were killed in the Holocaust, and the victims of […] The post Biden decries campus antisemitism in Holocaust remembrance speech appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Douglas County landfill to continue accepting tornado debris for free through May 11
OMAHA — Free dumping of tornado-related debris will continue at the Douglas County landfill through Saturday, May 11. The Douglas County Board on Tuesday approved extending the no-cost debris drop-off period for people impacted by the Arbor Day twister. The Pheasant Point Landfill is located in Bennington, 13505 N. 216th St. Roger Garcia, board chair, […] The post Douglas County landfill to continue accepting tornado debris for free through May 11 appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
South Omaha District 5 Legislative race offers gamut of political and life experiences
OMAHA — A trio of contenders hoping to win the South Omaha District 5 race in the Nebraska Legislature represents a range of political and life experiences. Only one has held an elective office; she’s currently on the Omaha School Board. Another is a relative newcomer to politics, while the third is hoping that his […] The post South Omaha District 5 Legislative race offers gamut of political and life experiences appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
No matter who you’re lobbying for, follow the rules
When it comes to transparency and ethical behavior, telling the truth is a key tenet. So, imagine the surprise when the Nebraska Examiner reported that Arin Hess, who has pledged to be “more careful” about his work “lobbying for Jesus” at the Capitol, was recently caught in a scheme to deceive the Clerk of the […] The post No matter who you’re lobbying for, follow the rules appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Once-controversial Summer EBT food program for low-income NE kids set for rollout
LINCOLN — Nebraska’s plan to carry out the once-controversial Summer EBT food program for low-income youths has been given the green light from the federal government. The U.S. Department of Agriculture approved the state’s planned rollout of the Summer Electronic Benefit Transfer program, which include details such as “touchpoints” that local officials designed to improve […] The post Once-controversial Summer EBT food program for low-income NE kids set for rollout appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Pillen requests disaster declaration: $10.5 million for Panhandle’s wintry storms in early April
LINCOLN — Gov. Jim Pillen submitted a federal disaster declaration request Monday for early April wintry storms for eight counties in the Nebraska Panhandle. Pillen requested the declaration and a preliminary $10.5 million in federal funding after thunderstorms and heavy rains April 6 and April 7 developed into freezing rain, snow, strong winds and blizzard conditions. […] The post Pillen requests disaster declaration: $10.5 million for Panhandle’s wintry storms in early April appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene huddles with U.S. House speaker she’s trying to oust
WASHINGTON — U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson and Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene plan to meet privately Tuesday amid her calls for him to resign or face a floor vote that could, but likely won’t, remove the Louisiana Republican from leadership. Greene announced the meeting Monday evening after she and Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie met […] The post Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene huddles with U.S. House speaker she’s trying to oust appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
USDA, UNL celebrate ‘new frontier’ of Nebraska’s ag research and innovation partnership
LINCOLN — University of Nebraska officials Monday welcomed the groundbreaking of a new U.S. Department of Agriculture facility that they say will “expand the frontiers of agriculture.” Joined by Nebraska’s federal and state leaders, NU leaders at Nebraska Innovation Campus turned soil for the official groundbreaking of the USDA Agricultural Research Service National Center for Resilient […] The post USDA, UNL celebrate ‘new frontier’ of Nebraska’s ag research and innovation partnership appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Nebraska’s GOP Senate primary: David vs. Goliath ‘if David had ‘a Fruity Pebble’
OMAHA — John Glen Weaver, the challenger toting his toddler son to campaign events in Nebraska’s unexpected U.S. Senate primary, wants voters to see his race as a referendum for populist Republicans against the leading figure of the GOP establishment. U.S. Sen. Pete Ricketts, appointed to the Senate after two terms as Nebraska’s governor, wants […] The post Nebraska’s GOP Senate primary: David vs. Goliath ‘if David had ‘a Fruity Pebble’ appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Nebraska Supreme Court dismisses foster care abuse case against DHHS, expands immunity
LINCOLN — A new Nebraska Supreme Court decision added fuel to some lawmakers’ desire to try again, as early as this year, to increase accountability for child sexual assault and abuse. An unsigned majority of the state’s highest court, in a 4-1 opinion in Joshua v. State, issued Friday, upheld certain immunity for the Nebraska Department of […] The post Nebraska Supreme Court dismisses foster care abuse case against DHHS, expands immunity appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
Plummeting balance in federal crime victims fund sparks alarm among states, advocates
WASHINGTON — States and local organizations that aid victims of sexual assault and other crimes are raising the alarm about a multi-year plunge in funds, a major problem they say Congress must fix soon or programs will be forced to set up wait lists or turn victims away altogether. Affected are rape crisis centers, domestic […] The post Plummeting balance in federal crime victims fund sparks alarm among states, advocates appeared first on Nebraska Examiner.
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