The Hill Articles: October 12, 2022

These four countries sided with Russia in UN vote on Ukraine annexations   Sarah Matthews: Trump is a threat to democracy   Texas family sentenced for involvement in Jan. 6 attack Google adds Trump’s Truth Social to Play Store after holdup O’Reilly says he won’t take Mar-a-Lago probe seriously unless DOJ charges Trump NotedDC — Election deniers angle for seats in Congress Defense & National Security — Long-awaited National Security Strategy released Committing to a secure America Employee told FBI that Trump personally directed moving of Mar-a-Lago records: report  Trevor Noah will depart ‘The Daily Show’ as host in early December   California’s Salton Sea is shrinking because of Colorado River water shortage, research finds NASA suggests new space cooling technology could charge electric cars in 5 minutes DHS expands Trump-era policy to Venezuelans while opening new pathway to US Cosmetic reforms in Manchin permitting bill aren’t enough to improve US energy woes Energy & Environment — Biden names first national monument of presidency On The Money — What to know on coming Social Security COLA hike Griner worried she will have to serve out her 9-year sentence in Russia: lawyer Health Care — Feds clear updated COVID shots for young kids A tale of two Supreme Courts Former LA City Council president resigns from seat amid fallout from racist comments New York gun law temporarily reinstated  HBCU president ‘outraged’ by traffic stop that appeared to target Black students Hillicon Valley — Group launches seeking ‘responsible’ tech fixes  A moment of hope on climate: Now what? Alex Jones cheers on air as judge reads $965 million defamation suit verdict Equilibrium/Sustainability — Green group finds new home on sinking flood plain  Jan. 6 panel’s likely final hearing to focus on Trump’s ‘state of mind’ IMF estimates Ukraine needs $4 billion a month to keep government operating Indiana Supreme Court prevents enforcement of abortion ban, will hear arguments in January Court blocks Texas social media law from taking effect From weapons systems to outer space, e-waste is a threat to national security Cortez Masto endorsed by 14 members of GOP rival Laxalt’s family  Solar-powered community kept the lights on during Hurricane Ian Biden names Colorado’s Camp Hale first national monument of presidency DC deputy mayor exits post after alleged assault Wanted: A national climate adaptation adviser for America Gabbard endorses Trump-backed Republican in competitive Washington House race Latest minutes show Federal Reserve surprised at persistently high inflation Social Security recipients set for big COLA hike Thursday  Why the latest jobs report means everything and nothing Campaign Report — Will Georgia head to another runoff? Congressional Black-Jewish Relations Caucus condemns antisemitic comments from rapper Ye Rubio proposes $33 billion recovery package after Hurricane Ian Jury orders Alex Jones to pay nearly $1B to families of Sandy Hook victims Johnson holds 6-point lead over Barnes in Wisconsin Senate race: poll Maryland, Virginia among ‘most politically engaged’ states: study An end to US military support for Saudi Arabia is long overdue New Yorkers open homes to bused migrants Protests prevent planned Los Angeles City Council meeting  Elon Musk says he’s sold 10,000 of ‘Burnt Hair’ perfume Airline ticket prices set to soar ahead of holiday season PayPal just gave America an eerie glimpse into the future. There’s no going back These are the least safe cities in the US ‘The Shop’ cancels Ye episode after he used ‘hate speech’ in taping Prosecutor notes ‘major red flags’ in Adnan Syed case  Where the Latino vote stands ahead of midterms in Nevada Combine the child tax credit and R&D tax credit for a bipartisan home run Abbott leads O’Rourke by 4 points with inflation on Texas voters’ minds: poll Leno says he once dialed Obama just to prove he had the number — and the president picked up Election integrity concerns a priority on Arizona midterm ballots Whelan calls parents from Russian prison, brother says Hassan lead over Bolduc stands at 7 points in New Hampshire: survey Milwaukee newspaper calls Johnson ‘the worst Wisconsin political representative’ since McCarthy Treasury investigating DeSantis migrant flights to Martha’s Vineyard Here’s what the White House is expecting today’s Social Security COLA increase to be Americans divided on LGBTQ representation in high school curriculum: poll What Republicans should do about climate post-midterms Trump says Mike Lee ‘abused’ by Romney Starbucks customers can earn Delta SkyMiles with purchases: Here’s how Milley calls Russia’s attack on Ukrainian civilian sites a ‘war crime’ Judge rules Trump must sit for deposition in rape accuser’s lawsuit next week Watch live: Biden delivers remarks on America’s outdoors from Colorado Michigan bill seeks to define gender-affirming care for minors as first-degree child abuse Michigan State Faculty Senate passes no confidence vote against Board of Trustees Voting rights group rolls out six-figure ad buy calling Majewski a ‘dangerous liar’ To end price spikes and climate catastrophe, ban crude oil exports Warren accuses Abbott Nutrition of years-long cover-up campaign on infant formula risks Masters on scrubbing claims suggesting 2020 election wasn’t ‘free and fair’: ‘I still believe it, that’s for sure’ Maternity care ‘deserts’ rising across US: March of Dimes research Watch live: Zelensky addresses World Bank, IMF on Ukraine’s financial needs NASA sets new launch date for Artemis rocket next month House GOP campaign arm raises $42M in latest round of fundraising The Hill’s 12:30 Report — Biden discusses Ukraine, Hunter Biden, 2024 in new interview Why warning Putin of ‘catastrophic consequences’ isn’t enough Chicago boy who’s spent entire life hospitalized finally goes home Millions in Washington state may have been deceived by subscription services, official says Supreme Court hears copyright clash over Andy Warhol artwork of Prince US, allies call for halt to hostilities in northern Ethiopia White House releases Biden’s national security strategy White House names negotiator for global pandemic accord Georgia Senate race unchanged after Walker abortion report: poll Watch live: Virginia 2nd Congressional District debate Mehmet Oz is clueless about the economy. Pennsylvanians should vote for him anyway Clarence Thomas’s Prince fandom comes out in Andy Warhol Supreme Court case Ohio woman almost loses ear in deer attack during 5K race Biden says Democrats will keep Georgia Senate seat Online passport renewal pilot program reopens temporarily 8 arrested in explosion on Kerch Bridge, Russia says Rising: October 12, 2022 IMF director: Further 20 percent drop in stocks ‘certainly possible’ FDA authorizes bivalent COVID boosters for younger children Gay rights are on the midterm ballot after Clarence Thomas opinion, says new GLAAD ad Cruz picks up corporate partner for podcast Biden administration is in a crisis of its own making with Saudi Arabia McConnell says he has votes to serve as majority leader, despite Trump attacks  Warnock leads Walker by 3 points in latest Georgia Senate survey Anxiety screening recommended for kids 8 and up Mike Lee to Romney: ‘Help me win reelection’ Michael Cohen says he fears for his safety if Trump becomes president again A path to peace: The UN administration of Crimea Dwayne Johnson ‘really moved’ by support for White House bid Facebook whistleblower, former elected officials join new social media council Gabbard to stump for Trump-aligned New Hampshire Senate candidate Higher salaries, job satisfaction reported among those with digital skills: Gallup Ukrainian nuclear power plant loses external power: watchdog Kim Jong Un mimics Vladimir Putin — and Joe Biden looks away NATO chief says sending air defense systems to Ukraine a ‘top priority’ as ministers convene Noem up by 4 points in reelection bid: survey Manufacturers among big 2022 lobbying winners: survey Wholesale inflation rebounds in September after two monthly drops Cortez Masto, Laxalt separated by 2 points in Nevada Senate race: survey Scientists say ‘forever chemicals’ may be contaminating 57,000 US sites Media malfeasance: Rolling Stone laughs off fentanyl crisis it once feared Biden approval rebounds slightly amid concerns about economy: poll Mortgage rates rise, reach another 16-year high Three potential China problems if Elon Musk buys Twitter Search for missing Georgia toddler Quinton Simon upgraded to criminal investigation Police dog bites blind man in Tennessee church hostel, prompting lawsuit The Hill’s Morning Report — Biden: Putin ‘miscalculated’ in Ukraine; US has not Tuberville reparations remarks bring renewed attention to House bill The Memo: Democrats in tough races stiff-arm Biden Congress eyeing ‘NOPEC’ bill to take on Saudi Arabia Retailers wage last-ditch battle against credit giants over swipe fees Future Ukraine aid faces bumpier road in House Republican majority McConnell, McCarthy public splits raise questions about ability to govern Strong dollar, rising interest rates loom over World Bank and IMF meetings Why Senate control could hinge once again on Georgia runoff Budowsky: As midterms approach, JFK’s legacy lives with Democrats  Question order and poll result Groups mobilize members to get pro-environment candidates elected Why the Supreme Court is taking on so many politically divisive cases Elite public colleges slash acceptance rates, raising pressure on students Lobbying world Poll finds campaigns increasingly must advertise on streaming to reach voters Biden traveling to Colorado to designate new national monument Poll: Abortion grows as key motivator for voters