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Topline The House passed a bill Wednesday to greenlight a 1% increase in defense spending this fiscal year, provide raises for junior military members and enact a controversial provision banning gender-affirming care for children of military members, under a certain condition. Key Facts Get Forbes Breaking News Text Alerts : We’re launching text message alerts so you'll always know the biggest stories shaping the day’s headlines. Text “Alerts” to (201) 335-0739 or sign up here. What To Watch For The bill will be sent to the Democratic-led Senate and will go to President Joe Biden if passed. The president is expected to sign it . Key Background Gender-affirming care restrictions have been a target for Republicans, who successfully banned or restricted aspects of the treatment in a large group of states last year. As of this summer, gender-affirming care was restricted in 25 states including Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Texas, Georgia and Florida, according to NPR , which noted zero states had such laws just a few years ago. President-elect Donald Trump, who vowed during his campaign to roll back LGBTQ+ protections , said last year he would have federal agencies stop healthcare providers from providing gender-affirming services for minors. Trump has characterized the services as “child abuse” and “child sexual mutilation” and pushed for restrictions on federal funding allocated toward transgender issues. The president-elect, who will have a Republican majority in the House and Senate, has also vowed to “cut federal funding” for schools teaching “critical race theory, transgender insanity, and other inappropriate racial, sexual, or political content on our children.” Further Reading Trump Promises Rollback On Trans Rights: Here's What He's Said (Forbes) North Carolina Restricts Gender-Affirming Care After Overriding Governor’s Veto—Here Are All The States With Similar Bans Or Restrictions (Forbes)Ultimately, the question of how to address illegal immigration in the United States remains a complex and contentious issue, with no easy solutions in sight. As policymakers, advocates, and ordinary citizens continue to grapple with the challenges posed by unauthorized migration, the debate over immigration policy is likely to remain a central point of contention in American politics for years to come. Trump's renewed commitment to expelling millions of illegal immigrants serves as a testament to the enduring significance of this issue and the divergent viewpoints that shape the national discourse on immigration.
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By The Associated Press LEWISTON, N.Y. (AP) — Jahari Williamson knocked down a 3-pointer with 38 seconds left to tie the game and Jaeden Marshall hit the first of two free throws with eight seconds remaining to lift Niagara to a 69-68 win over Siena in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference opener Friday night. Justice Smith had 17 points and added seven rebounds for the Purple Eagles (4-5, 1-0). Olumide Adelodun shot 6 for 12, including 1 for 4 from beyond the arc to add 13 points. Marshall had 13 points and shot 3 of 5 from the field and 6 for 7 from the line. The Saints (4-5, 0-1) were led by Major Freeman, who recorded 17 points, five assists and two steals. Myles Wilmoth added 16 points, eight rebounds and two steals for Siena. Justice Shoats also had 13 points and six assists. NEXT UP Both teams next play Sunday. Niagara hosts Merrimack and Siena plays Canisius on the road. ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar .
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Another way to enhance the pricing mechanism of public REITs is the establishment of independent valuation standards and guidelines for the industry. This would help ensure consistency in the valuation process and improve transparency for investors. By adhering to a set of best practices, REITs can build trust with investors and demonstrate their commitment to fair and accurate pricing.Time and again I hear the same complaints. “Why is the government doing so badly?” “What is the story Keir Starmer is trying to tell?” “Why are they making so many errors?” The people asking these questions are not opponents of the Government. They are despairing Labour supporters. This week Keir Starmer tried to reassure the doubters. Downing Street insisted his big speech on Thursday was not a relaunch or a reboot or a reset but, whatever you wish to call it, it was clearly an acknowledgement that the ship needed to be steadied. There are now six clear goals by which the Government will be judged: improving living standards, cutting NHS waiting lists, building more homes, making streets safer, boosting green energy and supporting young children. As his opponents were quick to notice, immigration was omitted from this list of milestones. Downing Street may have decided that Labour is never going to outflank Reform when it comes to migration and including it among the targets would be to allow Nigel Farage to dictate the political conversation. Starmer will also have noted how the Conservatives came undone on migration by failing to meet their pledges to stop the Channel crossings or cut the number legally entering the country to the tens of thousands. Setting a target would only have given the populists another potential failure on which to feed. The thinking in No 10 is that the best way to address concerns about immigration is to tackle the problems which stoke the sense of grievance. If you improve communities, build more homes and fix the NHS then you reduce the opportunities to sow division and resentment. But Starmer knows better than anyone that if he fails to deliver on his promises then the populists stand ready to pounce. It is a reflection of how the political map is changing that Starmer chose to address the threat posed by Farage rather than take the fight to Kemi Badenoch ’s Conservatives. Labour MPs in traditional heartland seats have been telling No 10 that Reform now poses more of a danger than the Tories - a concern which was born out by a poll this week which had the Conservatives on 26 per cent, Reform on 24 per cent and Labour on 23 per cent. Starmer is betting everything on being able to show voters at the next election that their lives have got better. Not everyone is convinced that hitting a series of targets will be enough to keep the populists at bay. You only have to look at the United States where the Democrats presided over a booming economy and still got a kicking. Politics is not just a transactional process where votes are exchanged for delivery. It is also about telling a national story which people want to follow. Successful left-of-centre parties combine the retail side of government with a crusade to deliver social justice - this is what gives them identity and purpose. Starmer has his missions but he has yet to show he is a missionary.Ripple (XRP) Gains Over 300% Following Trump's Victory, But Another Altcoin Could Soon Take Its Place as Top Performer
Qatar PM sees 'momentum' on Gaza talks after US electionLiverpool, a club renowned for their attacking prowess and high-pressing style, sees Lukman as a potential successor to their current star forwards. With his ability to link up play, create chances, and score goals, Lukman could seamlessly integrate into Liverpool's fast-paced system and contribute to their quest for silverware on all fronts.