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Morning Announcements

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Morning Announcements is a daily show brought to you by the Betches Sup, here to help you make sense of the world in the wake of 2020’s chaos. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage gives you quick daily updates with the most important info you need to know about politics and current events.

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Monday, March 18th, 2024

Today’s Headlines: In Russia, Vladimir Putin secured his fifth term as president, extending his reign until 2030, amidst expected victory in the election. However, protests erupted locally and internationally against Putin's rule, with demonstrators rallying against him in support of the "Noon Against Putin" movement initiated by the late Alexei Navalny. Meanwhile, in the US, former President Donald Trump stirred controversy at a rally in Ohio, making racist remarks and asserting baseless claims about the election. Even his former Vice President, Mike Pence, publicly distanced himself, stating that he wouldn't endorse Trump due to his disregard for the Constitution. In Georgia, a judge ruled that the election interference case against Trump can proceed with District Attorney Fani Willis leading, provided her boyfriend, Nathan Wade, is removed from the case, prompting Wade's resignation. Additionally, another incident involving a United Airlines flight landing without a panel in Oregon sparked FAA investigations. On a lighter note, a study from South Korea revealed the therapeutic benefits of playing with dogs, showing improved relaxation and concentration among participants, echoing previous findings about the positive impact of service dogs on mental health. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: Axios: Protests against Putin erupt at polls on last day of Russian election The Guardian: Trump predicts ‘bloodbath’ if he loses election and claims ‘Biden beat Obama’ AP News: Former Vice President Mike Pence says he's not endorsing Trump | AP News WA Post: Fani Willis can stay on Trump Georgia case, judge rules, as Wade resigns BBC: United Airlines flight 433 lands safely without panel in Oregon NBC News: Playing with dogs helps people concentrate and relax, brain recordings show Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

Friday, March 15th, 2024

Today’s Headlines: In today's episode, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer calls for new elections in Israel, citing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as an obstacle to peace. Additionally, the US imposes sanctions on two illegal outposts in the West Bank, freezing assets and barring individuals associated with the settlements from the US financial system and entry into the country. Meanwhile, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas appoints Mohammed Mustafa as the new prime minister of the Palestinian Authority to stabilize governance in the West Bank and assist in post-war Gaza. In other news, concerns arise over Chinese-manufactured cargo cranes at US ports equipped with cellular modems, potentially posing national security risks. Representatives urge the release of surveillance documents related to Latino civil rights leaders from the 1950s to 1970s, while Senator Bernie Sanders introduces a bill to reduce the standard 40-hour workweek to 32 hours over four years, aiming to protect employee pay and benefits in light of increased productivity. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: Top Democrat Schumer calls for new elections in Israel, saying Netanyahu is an obstacle to peace Axios: US announces new sanctions against occupied West Bank settler outposts Axios: Abbas appoints economic advisor as Palestinian Authority prime minister Wall Street Journal: Espionage Probe Finds Communications Device on Chinese Cranes at U.S. Ports Axios: Congressmen pursue FBI, CIA files on Latino civil rights pioneers NBC News: Bernie Sanders pushes bill to establish a four-day workweek Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

Thursday, March 14th, 2024

Today’s Headlines: The House of Representatives has passed a bill with bipartisan support, forcing US divestment from Chinese-owned companies, potentially leading to the ban of TikTok within six months if its owner, ByteDance, fails to sell the app. However, it remains uncertain whether the bill will garner enough support in the Senate. Despite this swift action, the House has declined to consider a proposal allowing remote voting for members of Congress who recently had a baby, despite bipartisan backing. Meanwhile, Kentucky Senator Rand Paul reintroduces the Justice For Breonna Taylor Act, seeking to ban no-knock warrants. In legal matters, a judge has dismissed three charges against former President Donald Trump in the Georgia election interference case, but serious allegations still stand. Trump's influence is evident in the reformation of the Republican National Committee as the Trump National Committee, with Lara Trump elected co-chair. Lastly, new revelations surface regarding an Alaska Airlines flight incident involving Boeing, underscoring safety concerns within the company. Resources/Articles mentioned in this episode: AP News: House passes a bill that could lead to a TikTok ban if Chinese owner refuses to sell  Wall Street Journal: Baby Boom in Congress Spurs Call for Remote Voting for New Moms  McClatchy DC: Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul files another no knock warrant ban WA Post: Georgia judge dismisses six charges in Trump election interference case  NPR: RNC sees major cuts to staff as new, Trump-backed leadership takes over NY Times: Alaska Airlines Flight Was Scheduled for Safety Check on Day Panel Blew Off Morning Announcements is produced by Sami Sage alongside Bridget Schwartz and edited by Grace Hernandez-Johnson

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Sami Sage
Sami Sage is the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Betches. She’s the host of @Betches, and Morning Announcements and in her spare time likes to scroll on her phone and stare at her dogs, Bruce Bader Ginsburg and Larry David.

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