Tag: marco_rubio
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports Deep-Red House Districts Now in Play as Midterms Near
The Washington Post reports deep-red House districts have become battlegrounds with just over two weeks left in the midterm campaign, and examines a GOP challenger's business record.
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Media Monitor: WSJ Opinion Flags U.S. Bomber Withdrawal, Rubio Speech, South Carolina Senate Race
The Wall Street Journal's opinion newsletter highlights the U.S. pulling B-1 bombers from a U.K. base over an Iranian threat, Marco Rubio's Athens speech, and a tightening South Carolina Senate race.
Politics and GovernmentWorldMediaUSAUnited KingdomFranceGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyMilitaryMiddle EastEuropeArtificial IntelligenceEducationElection Wall Street JournalB-1 bombersFairford airbaseIranMarco RubioSouth Carolina Senate raceHamas October 7 attackWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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White House Says Trump Won't Reimburse Government for $10M in DHS-Funded Ads
A White House official says Trump was not referring to any reimbursement when he said MAGA Inc. money would pay for the ads, which have aired since Sept. 23.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionWhite HouseRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyCongressLaw EnforcementLegal Donald TrumpUSA TODAYSusan CollinsMaine Senate raceTroy JacksonSteven CheungWes MooreUSA TODAY On Politicsmidterm electionsSamuel AlitoSupreme CourtKen PaxtonMarco Rubio
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Flags Russian Plague Reports, Trump Remarks and Midterm Debate Slate
Newsweek reports on a suspected pneumonic plague outbreak in Russia, President Trump's comments on it, a crowded midterm debate schedule and new polling showing Democrats leading on party identification.
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaUSAWhite HouseRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyElectionMedical Science Newsweekpneumonic plagueRussiaDonald TrumpMarco Rubiomidterm electionsGallup poll
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Russian Lab Worker Death, Spain Housing Protests and Hastert's Death
Newsweek reports U.S. monitoring a Russian anti-plague lab worker's death, housing protests in Spain after an eviction, and the death of former House Speaker Dennis Hastert at 84.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementUSARussiaSpainBrazilGeneral PoliticsCongressRepublican PartyLegalElectionMedical Science NewsweekMarco RubioIrkutsk Anti-Plague Research Institutepneumonic plagueSpain housing protestsPedro SánchezDennis Hastert
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Recounts Jack Smith Hearing Misstep, America.gov Launch
Newsweek reports Sen. Eric Schmitt's perjury accusation against Jack Smith collapsed over a basketball mix-up, and covers the White House launch of the America.gov services portal.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyUSACongressRepublican PartyArtificial IntelligenceElectionLegal Jack SmithEric SchmittSenate Judiciary CommitteeFani WillisAmerica.govMarco RubioJD VanceNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Woman who exposed FBI official found dead, Newsweek reports
Newsweek is reporting on the death of a woman who exposed an FBI official's ties to Russians. The outlet is also preparing a 9/11 commemoration podcast and examining Senator Marco Rubio's presidential ambitions in light of a Venezuela deal.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentElectionLatin AmericaEurope FBIRussiaDeath9/11 AnniversaryPodcast ProductionMarco RubioVenezuela PoliticsNewsweek
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Media Monitor: Fact-Checkers Unite for 2026 Midterms, Debunk AI Disinformation
Lead Stories highlights recent disinformation trends, including AI-generated content, and announces a collaboration with other fact-checking organizations to monitor the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.
Politics and GovernmentMediaScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceDigital and Print PublishingElection 2026 Midterm ElectionsFact-checkingDisinformationNepalMarco RubioTom HanksLead Stories
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Media Monitor: Secretary of State Rubio to Convene Foreign Ministers
The Washington Post is reporting that Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to convene foreign ministers in Washington next week to discuss the antifa fight, unsettling some allies.
Politics and GovernmentWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEuropeSocial Issues Marco RubioSecretary of StateWashington D.C.Foreign MinistersAntifaDiplomacyInternational RelationsThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Reports on Supreme Court Rulings, Drone Dangers, and Foreign Policy
The Wall Street Journal Editorial Board reports on Supreme Court rulings regarding executive power, mail votes, and geofencing. It also highlights drone dangers and Senator Marco Rubio's stance on Hezbollah.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalEconomyEnergyMiddle East Supreme CourtExecutive PowerFederal ReserveDronesMail VotingHezbollahMarco RubioWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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Media Monitor: Iran Deal Divides Top Presidential Contenders
L.A. Times Politics reports a public split between Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance over President Donald Trump's Iran deal, highlighting tensions among potential Republican presidential nominees.
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY reports on Trump endorsements, Rubio on Iran, and DNI appointment
USA TODAY is reporting on President Trump's endorsement of Tom Kean Jr. despite his absence, Secretary Rubio's conditions for Iran talks, and the appointment of Bill Pulte as acting DNI.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentCongressWhite HouseElectionDigital and Print Publishing Donald TrumpTom Kean Jr.Marco RubioBill PulteIranNew JerseyPoliticsUSA TODAYUSA TODAY On Politics
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Analyzes 2028 Republican Presidential Field
The Washington Post is reporting on its analysis of potential 2028 Republican presidential candidates, noting JD Vance and Marco Rubio lead the list.
Politics and GovernmentMediaGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyElection JD VanceMarco Rubio2028 Presidential ElectionPolitical AnalysisDonald TrumpPresidential CandidatesThe Washington Post
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact examines Rubio's Cuba claims, secondhand vaping risks
PolitiFact reports on Secretary of State Marco Rubio's claims regarding Cuba's blackouts and the U.S. oil blockade. It also examines the health risks of secondhand vaping aerosols and recent FDA decisions impacting e-cigarette sales.
Politics and GovernmentHealthWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMedical ScienceLatin America Marco RubioCubaOil BlockadeVapingFDADonald TrumpPublic HealthPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: Lawsuit Challenges Trump Administration's Visa Restrictions on Online Researchers
MIT Technology Review reports a lawsuit by the Coalition for Independent Technology Research is challenging the Trump administration's visa policy targeting researchers of online hate speech and disinformation, citing free speech concerns and chilling effects on vital work.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyMediaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Trump administrationVisa RestrictionsOnline ResearchFree SpeechCoalition for Independent Technology ResearchMarco RubioLawsuitMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Media Monitor: Trump, Rubio plan to deepen Cuba's economic dependence on US
The Washington Post reports President Trump and Sen. Marco Rubio are pursuing a strategy to gain influence in Cuba by increasing its economic reliance on the United States, rather than seeking regime change.
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Media Monitor: US not at war with Venezuela, top diplomat says
Deutsche Welle reports that U.S. top diplomat Marco Rubio stated the U.S. is at war with drug trafficking organizations, not Venezuela, following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro.
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Media Monitor: WPR Reports on China's SCO Summit, Trump's Drug War
World Politics Review highlights China's Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit, Trump administration's anti-drug strike, and Mexico's balancing act with the U.S.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldChinaMexicoAfricaAsiaGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeEconomyMilitarySocial IssuesLaw Enforcement Shanghai Cooperation OrganizationXi JinpingTrump administrationClaudia SheinbaumMarco RubioWPR Weekly Review
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Media Monitor: World Politics Review on US-Mexico Security Cooperation
World Politics Review reports on Mexican President Sheinbaum's meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Rubio to strengthen security cooperation amid tensions over a U.S. strike in the Caribbean.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldEconomyTradeInternational RelationsMiddle EastAsiaAfrica World Politics ReviewClaudia SheinbaumMarco RubioMexicoSecurityCounter-narcoticsWPR Daily Review
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Media Monitor: CBC News Reports U.S. Sanctions Canadian Judge
CBC News reports the Trump administration has sanctioned a Canadian judge on the International Criminal Court, escalating tensions and prompting meetings between Canadian and U.S. officials.
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Media Monitor: Washington Post Reports Álvaro Uribe Found Guilty in Bribery Trial
The Washington Post reports that Colombia's former president, Álvaro Uribe, has been found guilty of bribery and procedural fraud, marking a historic first for the country.
Politics and GovernmentWorldLegalColombiaGeneral PoliticsLaw EnforcementSocial Issues Álvaro UribeBriberyWitness TamperingMarco RubioGustavo PetroIván CepedaThe Washington Post
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Canada's Election Debates, Rubio's Warning, and Gosling in Star Wars Highlight Today's News
Canadian election campaign and leadership debates take center stage, while Rubio warns U.S. may exit Russia-Ukraine peace effort. Ryan Gosling to star in new Star Wars film.
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Secretary Rubio Dismantles State Department's 'Censorship Bureaucracy,' Revokes Visas for Terrorist Supporters
Secretary of State Marco Rubio discusses dismantling the Global Engagement Center, which he says targeted American political speech, and revoking visas for individuals supporting terrorist groups.
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Rubio Meets with Jordanian Prime Minister Hassan to Discuss Economic Cooperation and Regional Security
Secretary Rubio and Prime Minister Hassan met to enhance economic cooperation, increase investments, and address regional security concerns, including the situation in Gaza and the West Bank.
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U.S. Extends Support to Burma During Thingyan Festival and New Year
Marco Rubio expresses solidarity with Burma during Thingyan festival and New Year, pledging continued humanitarian aid and support for democracy after the devastating earthquake.
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US Secretary of State Wishes Cambodia a Happy Khmer New Year
Marco Rubio, US Secretary of State, wishes the Kingdom of Cambodia and Khmer people worldwide a joyous Khmer New Year, celebrating 75 years of US-Cambodia diplomatic relations.
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U.S. Sends New Year Greetings to Thailand for Songkran 2025
Marco Rubio, on behalf of the U.S., wishes the people of Thailand a happy Songkran 2025, celebrating the long-standing friendship between the two nations and looking forward to future collaboration.
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US Sends New Year Greetings to Laos
Marco Rubio extended New Year greetings to the Lao people, celebrating 70 years of diplomatic relations and anticipating continued partnership for peace and prosperity.
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Rubio and Jaishankar Affirm U.S.-India Partnership
Marco Rubio and Subrahmanyam Jaishankar discussed strengthening the U.S.-India strategic partnership, focusing on collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region and trade relations.
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Rubio and Jaishankar Affirm U.S.-India Partnership
Secretary Rubio and Minister Jaishankar affirmed the U.S.-India strategic partnership, discussing collaboration in the Indo-Pacific region and trade relations.
Marco RubioSubrahmanyam JaishankarIndiaIndo-Pacific RegionTariffsTrade Relations