Thousands of armed National Guard troops were on the streets of Washington in an unprecedented show of force after the assault on the US Capitol. Bridges into the city were to be closed, and the National Mall and other iconic US landmarks were blocked off into next week. … [Read more...] about US state capitals, Washington on alert for possible pro-Donald Trump armed protests
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State capitals gird for pro-Trump protests
The Democratic leaders of four U.S. congressional committees said on Saturday they had opened a review of the events and had written to the FBI and other intelligence and security agencies, asking what was known about threats, whether the information was shared and whether foreign influence played any role. … [Read more...] about State capitals gird for pro-Trump protests
Trump tells U.S. depts to pare procurement from China
“For this reason, the United States must take corresponding actions to protect American interests. We must adjust our regulations and policies and take other necessary actions to reduce the risk of PRC technical and human espionage activities directed at the Federal Government,” he said, referring to the People’s Republic of China. … [Read more...] about Trump tells U.S. depts to pare procurement from China
‘Angel in the house’
'We are thrilled to share with you that we have been blessed with a baby girl this afternoon. We thank you all for your love, prayers and good wishes. Anushka and the baby are both healthy and we are feeling beyond blessed to start this new chapter of our lives,' the skipper posted on Monday. … [Read more...] about ‘Angel in the house’
Facebook to ban ads promoting weapon accessories, protective gear in US
Joe Biden's inauguration on Jan. 20.Following the attack by supporters of President Donald Trump against the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, the social media company said it will now prohibit ads for accessories such as gun safes, vests and gun holsters in the United States."We already prohibit ads for weapons, ammunition and weapon enhancements like silencers. But we will now also prohibit ads for accessories," Facebook said in a blog post.Three U.S. senators sent a letter to Facebook Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg on Friday asking him to permanently block advertisements of products that are clearly designed to be used in armed combat.Also Read: Facebook, GM among brands to help fund Ad Council vaccine campaign The senators, all Democrats, said the company must take this and other actions to "hold itself accountable for how domestic enemies of the United States have used the company's products and platform to further their own illicit aims."Facebook on Friday blocked the creation of any new … [Read more...] about Facebook to ban ads promoting weapon accessories, protective gear in US