Month: August 2020

Two leaders of Milwaukee’s host committee for the 2020 Democratic National Convention were ousted late Tuesday night after employees raised concerns over the group’s “work environment.” The Milwaukee 2020 Host Committee announced that Liz Gilbert, who served as the president of the host committee, and Adam Alonso, the group’s chief of staff, were dismissed after …

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Sebastian Vettel has always relied on himself and a trustworthy limited entourage rather than on a personal manager to steer his career in Formula 1. Vettel is one of the few drivers in Grand Prix racing to negotiate his own deals, and he will continue to be his own man moving forward, even at a …

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In an effort to make its selection more inclusive to all customers, BHLDN has announced an extension of its size offerings. The Anthropologie-owned bridal label will now include sizes up to 26W through its new Plus category. BHDLN Plus has launched on the brand’s website and through ten store locations, with 30 bridal gowns and …

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A majority of New Hampshire Democrats said in a new poll that they would rather a “giant meteor strikes the Earth, extinguishing all human life” than see President TrumpDonald John TrumpSenate advances public lands bill in late-night vote Warren, Democrats urge Trump to back down from veto threat over changing Confederate-named bases Esper orders ‘After Action …

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NASHUA, N.H. — Democratic presidential hopeful Pete ButtigiegPete ButtigiegScaled-back Pride Month poses challenges for fundraising, outreach Biden hopes to pick VP by Aug. 1 It’s as if a Trump operative infiltrated the Democratic primary process MORE congratulated Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police …

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Former New York City mayor Michael BloombergMichael BloombergEngel scrambles to fend off primary challenge from left It’s as if a Trump operative infiltrated the Democratic primary process Liberals embrace super PACs they once shunned MORE in a 2013 speech reportedly called civil liberties activists “extremists” over their opposition to the stop-and-frisk policing policy he once …

Read more “Bloomberg compared civil libertarians, teachers union to NRA 'extremists' in 2013: report”

Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police movement amid veep talk Biden courts younger voters — who have been a weakness MORE (I-Vt.) blasted Michael BloombergMichael BloombergEngel scrambles to fend off primary challenge from left It’s as if a Trump operative infiltrated the Democratic …

Read more “Sanders: 'Cheap shot' for Bloomberg to attack 'democratic socialism' as 'communism'”

British luxury label Burberry has taken its first foray into face mask fashion with the launch of a designer 90 pound reusable face covering. The masks, available exclusively online, are made using excess fabric and come in the brand’s iconic vintage check design in either archive beige or pale blue, with additional styles to be …

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Sen. Elizabeth WarrenElizabeth WarrenWarren, Democrats urge Trump to back down from veto threat over changing Confederate-named bases OVERNIGHT DEFENSE: Joint Chiefs chairman says he regrets participating in Trump photo-op | GOP senators back Joint Chiefs chairman who voiced regret over Trump photo-op | Senate panel approves 0B defense policy bill Trump on collision course with …

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LAS VEGAS — In the days leading up to Nevada’s caucuses, Democratic anxiety over Sen. Bernie SandersBernie SandersThe Hill’s 12:30 Report: Milley apologizes for church photo-op Harris grapples with defund the police movement amid veep talk Biden courts younger voters — who have been a weakness MORE’s (I-Vt.) growing momentum rose. But those who had …

Read more “Democratic insiders stay on the sidelines in 2020 race”