that while he supports discussions about America’s long-term economic stability, “it’s irresponsible to default on our responsibilities as a country.” #CNNSOTU
about a senior US defense official saying there were three instances during the Trump administration that China briefly transited a surveillance balloon over the continental United States.
that President Biden waited to shoot down the suspected Chinese spy balloon because of safety risks for Americans on the ground across the country. #CNNSOTU
4 February 1942 | A Dutch Jewish girl, Esther Stad, was born in Amsterdam.
In October 1942 she was deported to #Auschwitz and, after selection, murdered in the gas chamber.
Tammy and I are deeply saddened by the death of Pete Reed, a humanitarian worker and U.S. Marine Corps veteran who was killed while aiding the evacuation of Ukrainian civilians.
Pete will be remembered for the depth of his courage, compassion, and sacrifice.
“He was just such a special person. Everything he did in life was to help other people.”
Pete Reed, 33. Humanitarian, adventurer, Marine Corps veteran.
Killed in Ukraine helping others.
The Biden administration needs to take immediate action to bring this Chinese spy ballon down and hold China accountable for violating American air space and sovereignty.
Republican Rep. Mike Lawler, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, tells CNN’s @jaketapper why he agrees with the decision to postpone Secretary of State Blinken’s trip to China due to a suspected Chinese spy balloon floating over the US.
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