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Here’s what’s happening…
-Biden signs defense bill despite the ban on transgender treatments
– Trump plans to rename Denali feather ruffles
– Former President Clinton released from hospital after being treated for the flu
Biden Veto Kills Bill to Increase Federal Trial Court Judges
President Biden on Monday vetoed a bill that would have added 66 federal district judge positions over a period of more than a decade, a once-bipartisan effort designed so that no political party would have an advantage in the development of the system. federal judiciary.
Three presidential administrations, starting with the new one The Trump administration, and six Congresses would have had the opportunity to appoint new trial court judges, under the legislation, which had the support of organizations representing judges and lawyers.
Despite the organizations’ arguments that additional judge positions would help resolve cases that have experienced serious delays in resolution and ease concerns about access to justice, the White House said Biden would veto the bill of law.
In a statement, Biden said he made his decision because the House of Representatives’ “rushed action” left open questions about the “lifetime” positions. ...Learn more
President Joe Biden signed the defense bill despite objections to the legislation. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)
White House
LAST MINUTE Biden signs defense bill despite ban on transgender treatment for military children …Learn more
Trump transition
PEAK VOLTAGE Trump’s plan to cancel Obama’s ‘Denali’ name ruffles feathers …Learn more
Clouds partially obscure Denali, North America’s highest peak, as seen from inside Denali National Park, Alaska, September 22, 2022. (PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images)
Capitol
“WAR” POSTURE New York Republican compares sanctuary states to the Confederacy …Learn more
“IMMINENT THREATS” House lawmakers rally around funding for Afghan visa program as Trump promises major spending cuts …Learn more
HOLD THEM ACCOUNTABLE Top Dem committee chairman reveals how party aims to win back majority in midterm …Learn more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chair Rep. Suzan DelBene of Washington State is interviewed by Fox News Digital, December 12, 2024 in Washington DC. (Fox News – Paul Steinhauser)
Trail dust
ASSET ON THE TRACK Trump will be “very active during the election campaign” in the 2026 midterms, predicts the president of the Republican Party …Learn more
President-elect Trump at AmericaFest in Arizona. (Rick Scuteri)
Across America
BACK ON THE HORSE Governor Jim Pillen recovering from multiple injuries after being knocked down while riding a horse …Learn more
BOARDING CALL California Democrats urge federal government to fund high-speed rail before DOGE …Learn more
HOUSE FOR HOLIDAYS Bill Clinton released from hospital after being treated for the flu …Learn more
take it home Rescue mission operator believes Marine veteran Austin Tice is alive and will be found soon …Learn more
“WARM HOSPITALITY” University president meets with senior CCP officials several times …Learn more
ARREST FOR ELECTORAL FRAUD PA woman reportedly recorded her dead father and others …Learn more
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