A bid to change the electoral math hits a roadblock: From the Politics Desk
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A bid to change the electoral math hits a roadblock: From the Politics Desk

Politics tamfitronics Welcome to the online version ofFrom the Politics Deskan evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the campaign trail, the White House and Capitol Hill.In today's edition, our team breaks down a key Nebraska state senator's decision to stand in the way of a Trump-backed drive to change how the state allocates its electoral votes. Plus, a deep dive on the latest NBC News poll.Sign up to receive this newsletter in your inbox every weekday here.Key Nebraska Republican blocks Trump-backed push to change how the state awards electoral votesBy Jonathan Allen, Bridget Bowman, Adam Edelman, Katherine Doyle, Allan Smith and Ben KamisarA Nebraska Republican state lawmaker said Monday that he remains opposed to switching how the state allocates its electoral votes, effectively blocking a bid by...
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Sri Lanka’s new leader says no magic solution to crisis
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Sri Lanka’s new leader says no magic solution to crisis

Politics tamfitronics Sri Lanka's new leader says no magic solution to crisisBy Amal JayasingheColombo (AFP) Sept 23, 2024 Sri Lanka's first leftist president was sworn in to office Monday vowing to restore public faith in politics but said he had no magic solution to the hardships suffered following an unprecedented economic crisis.Self-avowed Marxist Anura Kumara Dissanayaka of the People's Liberation Front (JVP) took his oath at the colonial-era Presidential Secretariat in Colombo after trouncing his nearest rivals in Saturday's vote.The previously fringe politician, whose party led two failed uprisings in the island nation that left tens of thousands dead, saw a surge of support after the 2022 economic meltdown immiserated millions of ordinary Sri Lankans.Dissanayaka, the bearded 55-year-old son of a labourer, was sworn in by chief justice Jayantha Jayasuriya...
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Man charged with attempted assassination of Donald Trump at Florida golf course – US politics live
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Man charged with attempted assassination of Donald Trump at Florida golf course – US politics live

Politics tamfitronics Politics tamfitronics Prosecutors charge Ryan Routh with attempted assassinationProsecutors filed a charge of attempted assassination against Ryan Routh, whom investigators said had camped out, armed, near Trump’s golf course for about 12 hours, before being confronted by a Secret Service agent, the AP reports.Routh was previously charged with two gun offenses.Judge Aileen Cannon, the Trump appointee who oversaw and threw out the federal classified documents case against him, was randomly assigned to oversee this case as well, according to CNN.The charges for Routh come on the same day that lawmakers approved a bill that will give presidential candidates equal security protection as the sitting president, following two assassination attempts against Trump.Donald Trump was in Georgia, for a speech billed as discussing his policies on manufacturing and taxation. He talked about tariffs and promised...
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Say ‘itadakimasu’ for a free Samurai Burger at McDonald’s on Sept 30, Lifestyle News
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Say ‘itadakimasu’ for a free Samurai Burger at McDonald’s on Sept 30, Lifestyle News

Lifestyle If you've been eagerly anticipating the comeback of McDonald's Samurai Burger this year, the wait is over as the popular limited-edition burger is returning to Singapore's menus this Thursday (Sept 26). This time, the burgers are coming back with a twist. Apart from the usual juicy burgers slathered with sweet and addictive teriyaki sauce, you'll also be able to opt for the Tamago Samurai Beef Burger or Tamago Samurai Chicken Burger. These are an upgraded version of the classic, including a succulent fried egg to add to the already robust combination of flavours and texture, truly taking it to the next level.Prices start at $7.95 for an Extra Value Meal for the original Samurai Burgers, and the Tamago versions will cost a dollar more at $8.95 per Extra Value Meal. Of course, you can't...
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