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Vice President Harris is set to visit Texas today as part of her campaign to highlight abortion rights in the state, known for its restrictive abortion laws. Former President Donald Trump is also making an appearance in Texas to conduct an interview. Current polls reveal a significant gender gap in voter preference, with women leaning towards Harris while men favor Trump. These visits to Texas underscore the ongoing divide in voter sentiment.
- 🎧 Women from Texas have been sharing powerful stories about medical emergencies related to abortion denial. A recent campaign ad features a Texas woman discussing her traumatic experience after being denied care during a miscarriage. The ad emphasizes the risks involved, alongside audio of Trump claiming to protect women’s interests. Next, both Trump and Harris will be heading to Michigan, followed by Pennsylvania this weekend to engage undecided voters.
- ➡️ Beyoncé is returning to her hometown today to perform at a rally for Harris in Houston, marking her first in-person appearance with the Vice President on the campaign trail.
The FBI has warned state and local officials about potential extremist violence linked to election grievances. In Georgia, anxiety is palpable as the swing state prepares for upcoming elections. The FBI’s bulletin highlights the risks stemming from alleged election fraud claims and targeting of polling places and campaign events.
- 🎧 Election officials in Georgia, like Gabe Sterling, are reporting enhanced preparedness compared to previous election cycles. Sterling indicates that they have implemented comprehensive training and security measures to counter possible threats. Nevertheless, as election misinformation persists, vigilance remains crucial.
President Biden plans to issue an official apology regarding the federal government’s Native American boarding schools during his visit to Arizona today. He will be the first sitting president to formally apologize for a system that has inflicted severe trauma on Indigenous communities for over 150 years. This significant visit marks his engagement with Native American tribes as president.
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Check out what ECNETNews is watching, reading, and listening to this weekend:
🍿Movies: In Anora, Mikey Madison portrays a woman in a complex relationship with the son of a Russian oligarch, evolving from a business arrangement into a deeper connection.
📺 TV: Somebody Somewhere, which follows a woman returning home to care for her sister, has just launched its final season.
📚 Books: Charles Baxter’s latest novel, Blood Test, explores the life of a small-town insurance salesman who utilizes a revolutionary blood test to predict personal relationships and future outcomes.
🎵 Music: Country artist Jelly Roll secures the top spot on the Billboard 200 with his debut album, Beautifully Broken, joined by other prominent artists in the top ten.
🎲 Games: Experience the unique board game Undergrove, focusing on the relationships between fungi and trees, where players work collaboratively to thrive.
❓Quiz: Test your knowledge across various categories with our latest quiz challenge.
3 things to know before you go
- The Los Angeles County District Attorney is advocating for the resentencing of Erik and Lyle Menendez in connection with their 1989 parents’ murder case, fueled by renewed public interest.
- The Justice Department has secured a nearly $102 million settlement with the companies responsible for a ship incident in Baltimore.
- In a significant health update, the CDC has reduced the recommended age for pneumonia vaccinations from 65 to 50.
