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**Net Neutrality Reinstated by FCC in Landmark Vote** – Find Out What This Means for Major Internet Providers

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Washington, D.C. – The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has reinstated net neutrality regulations, ensuring that major Internet providers are once again required to adhere to rules prohibiting blocking or throttling of traffic. The commission’s 3-2 vote along party lines signifies a return to robust regulations that prevent providers like Comcast, AT&T, and Verizon from favoring certain types of internet traffic over others. These newly reinstated rules closely resemble those implemented in 2015 when the FCC …

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**Republican** Rep Threatens Vote to Oust **House Speaker** After **Approval of Aid to Ukraine**

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Atlanta, Georgia – Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has publicly criticized House Speaker Mike Johnson for his support of a new aid package for Ukraine. Greene went as far as threatening to call for a vote on his removal if he does not resign. This move comes after Johnson joined forces with Democrats to pass a $95 billion foreign aid bill, which includes $61 billion allocated for Ukraine and its neighboring countries. The bill passed …

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$95.3 Billion Aid Package Crushes Rebellion in House Vote – Ukraine, Russia, China at Center Stage!

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Washington, D.C. – House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) successfully navigated through challenges from Republican rebels led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene to push a $95.3 billion foreign aid package in a bipartisan effort. The aid package includes funding for Ukraine, Israel, and other allies in their defense against threats posed by Russia and China. A rare bipartisan effort saw lawmakers overwhelmingly approving the four-bill package, with one measure allocating $60.8 billion for Ukraine. The majority …

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Volkswagen Workers Overwhelmingly Vote to Join UAW – Mayor Issues Statement on Historic Decision

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Chattanooga, TN – Volkswagen workers in Chattanooga, Tennessee have voted on whether to join the United Auto Workers (UAW) union, marking a significant moment in the labor history of the southern United States. The decision to unionize was clear, with an overwhelming majority of the 3,613 votes cast in favor of joining the UAW, according to the UAW. This vote, overseen by the National Labor Relations Board, still needs to be certified by the NRLB. …

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Surveillance Law Reauthorized by Senate in Last-Minute Vote – What You Need to Know!

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Washington, D.C. – The Senate narrowly avoided missing its deadline as it voted early Saturday to reauthorize a crucial surveillance law that had caused division over the FBI’s use of the program to search for Americans’ data. The approved legislation extends the program known as Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act for two more years. The bill now awaits President Joe Biden’s signature to become law. The reauthorization of the surveillance law, originally …

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Unionizing Volkswagen Workers in Chattanooga Make History With Overwhelming Vote Victory for UAW

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Employees at a Volkswagen factory in Chattanooga, Tennessee made history by voting overwhelmingly to join the United Auto Workers union on Friday. This decision marks a significant test for the UAW’s efforts to organize nonunion factories. The union secured 2,628 votes, making up 73% of the ballots cast, in an election overseen by the National Labor Relations Board. The successful vote means that both Volkswagen and the union must now engage in bargaining in good …

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**Volkswagen** Workers in Tennessee Break Records with UAW Vote – Historic Triumph for the Union!

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Chattanooga, Tennessee – Workers at Volkswagen’s plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee, have voted overwhelmingly to join the United Auto Workers (UAW), marking a significant achievement for the union. This marks the UAW’s first successful organizing campaign outside of Detroit’s Big Three automakers. The National Labor Relations Board reported that 73% of the 3,620 eligible VW workers voted in favor of union organizing, with a total of 2,628 workers supporting the UAW. The NLRB still needs to …

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**Surveillance Showdown:** Senate Saves Powerful Spying Tool in Tight Vote

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WASHINGTON – The Senate has voted to reauthorize a key surveillance tool critical to national security efforts in combating terrorism. The legislation, which extends Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) for an additional two years, has now been sent to President Joe Biden for approval. Despite efforts from both progressive and conservative lawmakers to place restrictions on the surveillance powers outlined in the bill, the final vote of 60-34 overwhelmingly supported the …

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**Union** Victory: Volkswagen Workers in Chattanooga Make History with Landmark Vote

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Chattanooga, Tennessee, made history as Volkswagen workers overwhelmingly voted to join the United Auto Workers, marking the first successful unionization of a Southern auto factory through election since the 1940s. The National Labor Relations Board reported that nearly three-quarters of the 3,613 workers cast their votes in favor of the union during the three-day election, surpassing the simple majority required for passage. This victory not only signifies a triumph for the UAW but also for …

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UN Security Council Vote on Palestinian Statehood Blocked by US Decision – Washington Rejects Resolution, Killing Algerian Proposal

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New York, United States – The United States is poised to veto a UN Security Council resolution on Palestinian statehood proposed by Algeria. The resolution, scheduled for a vote on Thursday, aims to grant full UN membership to Palestine. However, the US has announced its decision to oppose the resolution, asserting its belief in direct negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians as the preferred route to achieving Palestinian statehood, as per State Department spokesperson Vedant …

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