The Hill Articles: February 14, 2023

End of an era: Microsoft officially retires Internet Explorer Alleged U-Haul driver charged with murder, attempted murder in Brooklyn ‘rampage’ United flight came within 800 feet of ocean during post-takeoff dive, report says Alligator’s mouth taped shut since December, says Florida resident Hazmat spill on Arizona highway spurs evacuation, shelter-in-place orders Bankman-Fried’s use of VPN for Super Bowl leads to new bail restriction Confusion abounds on UFO origins Biden orders takeout Valentine’s Day dinner from popular DC restaurant Le Diplomate FDA panel to consider change to how overdose treatment is sold Ohio train derailment leaves toxic chemicals behind Biden pays tribute to Feinstein: ‘One of the very best’ senators I ever served with Biden hails inflation report, GOP says not so fast Are regulators prepared for AI arms race?​ Bigger trucks on highways: The return of a bad idea to Congress Casey undergoes surgery for prostate cancer Senate Republicans fear Trump repeat as 2024 field emerges   GOP looks to move energy package next month Wake up, America: Your economic citadel is driving you to oblivion Ukrainian defense chief reshuffles ministry after reports of his removal Bolsonaro plans to return to Brazil in March, says his movement ‘will live on’ Research suggests link between low-quality education, dementia DeSantis edges out Trump as GOP’s preferred leader: poll A reminder to do no harm, regardless of gender See a string of lights in the sky? What it is, and when you could see them again Senators signal bipartisan support for kids’ online safety proposal Virginia Senate panel defeats final bill to repeal vehicle emissions standard Majority of GOP, Democratic voters unsure who should lead their party: poll Tester to lead Senate probe on failures to spot Chinese spy balloons earlier   Biden names Fed’s Lael Brainard as next top economic aide Feinstein corrected by staffer about retirement announcement 2024 race heats up as Nikki Haley launches bid Biden withdraws nominee who said Dem leader was ‘bought’ by pro-Israel groups Five reasons DeSantis may not be another Jeb Bush GOP senators push back at Biden’s FCC nominee during third hearing Despite the trade war, the US aluminum industry is still suffering US intercepts four Russian warplanes near Alaska Taxpayer swindle: More states should not seek school vouchers Mitch McConnell: ‘No agenda on the part of Senate GOP to revisit Medicare or Social Security’  Jan. 6 rioter pleads guilty to attacking former DC police officer with taser Biden says McCarthy is ‘a decent guy’ with ‘a tough job’ when it comes to GOP spending plans Rep. Angie Craig calls out DC over handling of alleged assailant’s previous assaults Health care cronyism is fueling hospital consolidation and rising medical costs Republican FTC commissioner will resign, slams Democratic chair 103-year-old celebrates 80 years of bowling: ‘Ed has bowled here forever’ AI flies F-16-inspired jet for 17 hours in first test with tactical aircraft Former Trump spokesperson labels Haley ‘just another career politician’ Video shows what led to reporter’s arrest at Ohio train derailment press conference Sanders calls for minimum salary of $60,000 for public school teachers What the average family can learn from doomsday preppers Experimental male birth-control drug shows promise in new study ‘You just can’t really afford to live like you were before’: Here’s how Americans are feeling the strain of inflation Feinstein announces retirement at end of term Myth vs. Truth: Dissecting the Republican narrative about the border Administration scrambles to quell Congress’s frustration over balloon, UFOs Biden administration announces $231M to fund red-flag laws, other gun violence prevention Five lingering questions over Ohio train derailment, toxic spill We need to find better ways to fund energy development in Africa Watch live: McConnell, Senate Republicans hold press briefing Biden: ‘Action is what we owe’ those grieving Michigan State shooting Police say Michigan State shooter had note threatening two NJ schools Without accurate data, we’re fighting hate crimes blindfolded Senators appear divided on how to regulate crypto Goldman Sachs CEO sees greater chance of ‘softer landing’ for economy January was seventh-warmest on record: NOAA ‘Rust’ hires new cinematographer, plans documentary on Halyna Hutchins Tim Scott adds event in Iowa amid 2024 speculation The Hill’s 12:30 Report — Few answers intensify questions over shot-down UFOs The return of the ‘domino theory’: Do we have a disaster complex? Biden hits 100 judicial confirmations, outpacing Trump and Obama What is the Architect of the Capitol’s role? US to move forward with scheduled 26M barrel sale from strategic oil reserve Bolton says Haley is ‘really running for vice president’ EPA details plans for $27 billion in Inflation Reduction Act climate funds Distinguishing between Big Tech and overzealous government Senate Democrats press White House on abortion access Biden touts ‘historic’ Air India purchase of hundreds of Boeing planes California could see wildflower ‘super bloom’ this spring Watch live: White House press briefing UFOs and a ballooning national security crisis Tim Scott joining Haley at presidential forum Watch live: Biden delivers remarks from National Association of Counties  Male enhancement pill recalled for containing undisclosed prescription drugs New bill aims to improve transparency around disability-related air travel complaints US military missed Lake Huron object with first missile strike Fighting food waste at home: Small steps, big impact China ‘almost certainly’ launched objects shot down in recent days, top Democrat says Economists in new survey expecting at least two more increases in interest rates Rising: February 14, 2023 White House: No indication objects were part of China spy program NATO chief calls on members to ramp up ammunition production for Ukraine Israel shouldn’t cherry-pick the American model in its judicial debate Democrat who nearly unseated Boebert launches 2024 bid against her Ford planning $3.5B battery plant in Michigan If cutting Social Security is a scandal, then Biden did it first Make no mistake, China’s cold war against the West is heating up Watch live: Austin, Milley hold joint press conference from Brussels Angie Craig says Biden called, Klobuchar brought beer after assault Jill Biden installs ‘Valentine to the country’ on White House lawn Feehery: The check-the-box candidate runs for the Republican nomination  January inflation comes in higher than expected Idris Elba rules himself out as James Bond: ‘I’m not going to be that guy’ US warns it will defend Philippines after China laser report Press: Not the first hostile balloons hanging overhead The untold story behind Ukraine’s military success Gunman kills 3 at Michigan State University before killing himself Pence to fight subpoena from special counsel Who helps keep drug costs affordable? Pharmacy benefit managers Nikki Haley announces presidential run Everyone wants to cut Medicare The Hill’s Morning Report — No space aliens but scarce info about UFOs Spy balloon and unidentified objects put China threat center stage   Exclusive: Mike Pompeo — Biden has caused ‘global shame’ with spy balloon response Report finds LBQ women face discrimination, violence in countries around the world Black Americans hope new awareness of ‘the talk’ can spur police reform The 5 weirdest things measured by the CPI How a Bush-era law requiring border ‘perfection’ stands at center of GOP impeachment case   Bottom Line: News Corp, Apple add lobbying firepower Biden barely mentioned the deflated housing market. What’s next for renters, buyers and owners? Couple forced to cancel vacation after erroneous $4K Starbucks tip The AI arms race is on. Are regulators ready?