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The U.S. Senate approved a short-term renewal of a controversial surveillance program, part of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA), extending it until April 30 after an attempt to renew for five years failed. Severe storms are occurring in the Midwest, setting new records for precipitation in various locations, with seven confirmed tornadoes and over 100 thunderstorm warnings. Singer D4vd (real name: David Burke) has been detained without bail for a murder charge related to a missing teen found dead in his car, while an 85-year-old widow of an American military veteran was held in U.S. immigration custody but has since been released and returned to France.
Quick Updates on Senate’s Renewal of Surveillance Program, Severe Weather, and More
The Senate has given the green light to a temporary continuation of a contentious surveillance program utilized by U.S. spy agencies. Meanwhile, millions in the Midwest are bracing for severe storms, and an 85-year-old widow of an American military veteran has returned to France after spending over two weeks in U.S. immigration custody.
Geoff Bennett:
The Midwest is preparing for another wave of intense summer-like storms. Severe weather risks stretch from the southern U.S border to the Great Lakes, including Wisconsin. The state has experienced seven confirmed tornadoes and numerous thunderstorm warnings, with Milwaukee breaking rain records for April.
In other news, the U.S Senate gave a short-term extension to the controversial Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). The measure, passed by a voice vote, extends FISA until April 30, allowing lawmakers additional time for further discussions.
Elsewhere, California-based musician D4vd, real name David Burke, is held without bail after his arrest in relation to a missing teenage girl’s death. The social media star’s arrest comes after the 14-year-old’s decomposed body was discovered in his car. His lawyers maintain his innocence.
Meanwhile, Marie-Therese Ross, the 85-year-old widow of a U.S. military veteran, has returned home to France after being in U.S. immigration custody for over two weeks due to overstaying her visa. The French Foreign Minister criticized ICE’s approach, but expressed relief at her return.
British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, is facing calls to resign following revelations that his former U.S. Ambassador, Peter Mandelson, obtained his position despite failing security checks.
In the business realm, QVC’s parent company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amidst the rise of online shopping and livestreaming apps. The company reassures that its brands will continue operating as it under goes restructuring.
The stock market displayed positivity as news about the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz emerged, with the Dow Jones jumping more than 800 points.
In the music world, renowned country music songwriter, Don Schlitz, has passed away at the age of 73. His contributions to the industry will continue to serve as an inspiration for many artists and writers.
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