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California is receiving a slightly larger share of a federal program earmarking $300 million nationwide for migrant-assistance programs. LA Times
VOA VIEW: A lot more than a slightly larger share.
The U.S. has been urging Ukraine not to attack Russian oil refineries, reportedly worried that strikes worsen the war and drive up energy prices. Newsmax
VOA VIEW: Biden scolds the wrong side.
U.S. employers' obligation to accommodate workers' pregnancies also extends to abortions and the use of contraception, the U.S. agency that enforces workplace discrimination laws said Monday. Newsmax
VOA VIEW: Makes no sense.

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Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., reportedly is releasing a video that heaps blame on Department of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas for the southern border crisis amid the latest push for an impeachment trial. Newsmax
VOA VIEW: He should be ousted, but doubtful with a Dem Senate.
Payments to Hunter Biden and broader Biden family business deals with China suggest more than attempts to influence policy on behalf of individual companies. Newsmax
President Biden's crib sheet featuring planned remarks to address Iran's unprecedented attack on Israel during a brief gaggle was caught on camera Monday, showing instructions on when to pause for an interpreter. New York Post
VOA VIEW: Biden is pitiful.
The strike will be intended as a message that Israel "will not allow an attack of that magnitude to pass without a reaction." New York Post
VOA VIEW: As they should.
The best way for Washington to limit the expansion of the Israel-Iran conflict is to clearly signal its intention to support an Israeli counterattack. New York Times
Federal authorities said they have busted up a massive theft operation run by illegal immigrants from Guatemala that targeted Home Depot stores along the Atlantic coast, stealing and re-selling power tools and other high-dollar items. Washington Times

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In a startling shift from previous years, a majority of Americans feel a lack of sleep is affecting their well-being. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: Thank Biden.
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a challenge from three House Republicans who were fined for not going through security scanners before entering the chamber following the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol. Washington Times
Nearly 6 in 10 Americans say they are "disengaged" from the Bible -- the largest percentage in 14 years. Washington Times
The fallout from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack will land before the Supreme Court on Tuesday when the justices consider the scope of a federal obstruction statute. CBS
VOA VIEW: The truth needs to be seen.

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Jury selection begins Monday in the “hush money” trial of former President Donald Trump. Trump, who strongly denies breaking any laws, is charged in New York with trying to illegally cover up an alleged affair with an adult film star. There are more than 500 potential jurors being considered for the historic trial. CBS
VOA VIEW: A wrongful trial.
In a joint statement, twelve major news organizations, including CBS News, called on President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump to commit to debates during the 2024 White House campaign. CBS
VOA VIEW: Biden will chicken out.
Social services, such as parenting classes and economic development programs, can help, some health experts say. CBS

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The Supreme Court said Monday it would not hear a case involving Black Lives Matter activist DeRay Mckesson, who was sued by a Baton Route police officer after a 2016 protest. CBS
VOA VIEW: Good!
Iran launched more than 300 drones and missiles against military targets in Israel in an attack that President Joe Biden described as "unprecedented." CNBC
The growth in workers' annual earnings has retreated from an initial surge during the Covid-19 pandemic. But some jobs are still paying healthy raises. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Someone will pay for any abuse.
Retail sales increased 0.7% for the month, considerably faster than the Dow Jones consensus forecast for a 0.3% increase. CNBC
A retired rear admiral in the Navy and director of NOAA said that UFO capability to seamlessly transition from air to water without a splash 'jeopardizes US maritime security' FOX News

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Dennis Bostick pleaded guilty to assault with intent to commit a felony in a plea deal for groping his seatmate throughout an Alaska Airlines flight from San Diego to Seattle. FOX News
VOA VIEW: A fool.
A group of self-described anti-war activists in Chicago cheered when a man announced on Saturday that Iran had launched a barrage of missiles and drones at Israel. FOX News
VOA VIEW: A mad group of idiots.
A new CENTCOM review found there is no evidence that Marine snipers at Abbey Gate in Kabul had eyes on the suicide bomber before the August 2021 attack that killed 13 service members. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Makes no sense.

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Civil lawsuits alleging that Khalifa Hifter, a Libyan military commander and U.S. citizen, killed civilians in the Libyan civil war was tossed out of U.S. court. FOX News
VOA VIEW: No jurisdiction.
The Commerce Department said on Monday that March retail and food services sales jumped 0.7%, more than double what forecasters had predicted but it also raised concerns about inflation. UPI
Scientists are finding new ways to explore low gravity environments, like the ones found on moons or asteroids. UPI
With the IRS' midnight Monday deadline for tax filing season 2024 counting down, the Treasury Department reported that $80 billion additional funding from the Inflation Reduction Act meant the IRS had smashed targets. UPI
The White House announced another tech deal on Monday, saying it will give Samsung $6.4 billion to help it build large semiconductor plants in Texas in a continued move to beef up America's manufacturing sector. UPI
VOA VIEW: Biden is giving out money to benefit his reelection.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation on Monday confirmed a criminal investigation is underway to determine if criminal wrongdoing was part of the March collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge. UPI

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