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McConnell Urges Senate to Uphold Impeachment Obligations

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 17, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today regarding the impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas, emphasizing the importance of upholding the Senate's obligations in the process.McConnell began by highlighting the solemn responsibility of the Senate, stating, “The Senate just swore an oath to do impartial justice according to the Constitution and the laws of our country." He stressed that as a court of impeachment, the Senate's duty is to listen to the case presented and remain impartial.Referring to the ongoing...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Carlisle County in week ending Apr. 13?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Carlisle County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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McConnell Criticizes Inflation and Crime Policies, Calls for Change

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed concerns about inflation and crime in a recent speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the impact of rising prices on Americans, stating, “Americans know that stable prices and basic safety shouldn’t be much to expect from their leaders.”McConnell pointed out alarming statistics, saying, “Last week, cumulative inflation since President Biden took office hit 19.4%. Since January 2021, gas prices are up 47.8%. Car repair costs have increased 6.7%. And in barely two years, car...

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McConnell on Mayorkas Impeachment: Motion To Table Would Defy History, Precedent

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 16, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the seriousness of the impeachment proceedings against Secretary Mayorkas. McConnell highlighted the significance of the Senate's role, stating, “It’s a responsibility to be taken seriously. As I said the last time the Senate convened as a court of impeachment, it’s a power Congress must not exercise frivolously."McConnell pointed out the gravity of the charges against Secretary Mayorkas, stating, “Today, the Senate will hear House managers charge...

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McConnell Urges Urgent Investment in National Security Challenges

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 16, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of addressing national security challenges in a recent speech on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the interconnected nature of global threats and the need for urgent action.McConnell pointed out, “America’s adversaries, from Beijing to Pyongyang and Moscow to Tehran, are actually working together...And anyone pretending that we can address these challenges individually, at our leisure, is only kidding themselves.”He stressed the significance of investing in national defense, stating,...

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Iran’s Attack Underscores Need For Urgent Action To Address National Security Threats

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 15, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the urgent need for action to address national security threats in the wake of Iran's recent attack on Israel. McConnell expressed concern over the response to the attack, stating that simply declaring commitment is not enough to ensure security. He criticized the Biden Administration's approach and called for a stronger stance against Iran's aggressive actions.McConnell highlighted the ongoing threats posed by Iran, emphasizing the need to impose meaningful costs on the regime to deter...

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McConnell: Senate Will Not Allow Vital Security Authorities To Go Dark

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 15, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell emphasized the importance of maintaining vital security authorities during a recent address on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the imminent expiration of a key authority that law enforcement and intelligence professionals rely on to monitor and mitigate serious threats.McConnell pointed out the significance of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), stating, “This authority should not be controversial. And it should not be conflated with well-known FBI abuses of FISA’s Title One.” He stressed...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 14, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15.

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Jackson Purchase News area weekly mass times

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 13, 2024

The following parishes in the Jackson Purchase News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Leader McConnell Statement on Iran Attack on Israel

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 13, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) has issued a strong statement in response to the recent strikes by Iran on Israel. McConnell emphasized the importance of the United States standing with Israel during this challenging time.McConnell stated, “In the face of Iran’s significant military strikes on Israel, the United States must stand with our ally as Israel’s national unity government takes necessary measures to defend its people and its sovereignty.”He further called on President Biden to take action, saying, “President Biden must...

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How many people were old enough to vote in Marshall County during 2021?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 12, 2024

Of the 31,662 citizens living in Marshall County in 2021, 79.4% were old enough to vote, equating to 25,139 individuals, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained on Oct. 26.

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McConnell Remarks On Resolutions To Cut Red Tape For Small Businesses, Consumers

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 10, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, emphasizing the importance of Congressional Review Act resolutions aimed at reducing regulatory burdens on small businesses and consumers.McConnell highlighted the efforts of Senators Capito and Cramer in pushing back against a Federal Highway Administration mandate, stating, “I’ve spoken before about the effort led by our colleagues, Senator Capito and Senator Cramer, to block a coercive, one-size-fits-all mandate from the Federal Highway Administration..."...

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McConnell Remarks On 75th Anniversary Of NATO, Responsibilities of American Leadership

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 10, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor, emphasizing the significance of NATO's 75th anniversary and the responsibilities of American leadership in maintaining global security. McConnell highlighted NATO's evolution over the years, stating, “Last week, the strongest and most successful military alliance in the history of the world marked an impressive milestone. Seventy-five years ago, at the dawn of the Cold War, with decades of superpower competition on the horizon, the founding members of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization...

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McConnell: Support For Allies Is In America’s Interests

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 9, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of supporting allies for America's interests during his recent address on the Senate floor regarding Israel.McConnell highlighted the challenges faced by America and its friends in a dangerous world, stating, "While the Senate was away from Washington, we received some sobering reminders about the challenges facing America and our friends in a dangerous world. And about how to meet them."Addressing the situation in Gaza, McConnell condemned the violence perpetrated by Hamas...

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Democrats Would Rather Weave Conspiracies Than Talk About Their Own Radical Judicial Nominee

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 9, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) criticized Democrats' handling of the nomination of Adeel Mangi to the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in a recent address on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted concerns about Mangi's associations and the attempts by Democrats to downplay them.McConnell pointed out that despite opposition from nineteen law enforcement groups due to Mangi's ties to radical organizations, some Democrats have resorted to creating conspiracy theories instead of addressing the legitimate concerns. He mocked the notion...

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McConnell On Strength Of U.S.-Japan Alliance

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Japan alliance during his recent remarks on the Senate floor. McConnell highlighted the significance of investing in defense capabilities and industrial capacity to ensure national security, stating, "America’s national security depends on sustained investment in both cutting-edge capabilities and expanded defense industrial capacity."McConnell reiterated the need for steps like full-year defense appropriations and national security supplements, emphasizing the...

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It’s Time To Put Taliban on Notice and Bring Ryan Corbett Home

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, expressing concerns about an American citizen, Ryan Corbett, who is currently detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan. McConnell highlighted the impact of America's withdrawal from Afghanistan and the consequences it has brought upon American families. He shared the story of Ryan Corbett, an individual detained by the Taliban, emphasizing the hardships faced by Ryan and his family.McConnell stated, "For over a decade prior to the fall of Kabul, Ryan and his family...

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McConnell and Schumer Introduce Resolution Calling for Release of Ryan Corbett

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 8, 2024

U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell and U.S. Senate Majority Leader Charles Schumer have introduced a Senate Resolution urging the Taliban to release American citizen Ryan Corbett, who has been detained in Afghanistan without charge for nearly two years.McConnell stated, "Our resolution reaffirms America’s commitment to freeing Ryan and raises the international stakes of the Taliban’s wrongful imprisonment of American citizens." He also emphasized the urgency of the situation, saying, "As long as Ryan sits in captivity, I will continue to call on the Biden...

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McConnell on TikTok: Take Tool Of PRC Coercion, Espionage Off The Table

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) addressed the Senate floor today, expressing concerns about TikTok's connection to the People's Republic of China. McConnell emphasized the impact of America's adversaries on the nation's security, stating, “America’s adversaries are working overtime to undermine our interests and erode the alliances that protect them.”McConnell highlighted the widespread use of TikTok in the United States, pointing out that "one hundred seventy million Americans are active users of a social media platform that the...

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Which former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8?

By Jackson Purchase News | Apr 7, 2024

These former Jackson Purchase News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 8.