'Honored to accept': PM Modi says 'looking forward' to address US Congress for 2nd time

Biden Is Giving $6 Billion to Micron Technology for Semiconductor Production

Biden Is Giving $6 Billion , to Micron Technology , for Semiconductor Production. On April 25, President Biden will travel to Syracuse, NY, to announce over $6 billion in federal grants that his administration is awarding to Micron Technology, NPR reports. . Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, who was heavily involved in enacting the CHIPS and Science Act, issued a statement about the investment. . This is the federal government taking back the reins, putting money where its mouth is when we say we want the future of tech to be stamped: 'Made in America.', Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement. Micron will invest $100 billion of the funds to construct a manufacturing facility in Syracuse. Schumer referred to the plan as "quite a great return" on the government's investment. A factory will also be built in Boise, Idaho, NPR reports. . That facility is expected to be ready for production by 2026, while two New York factories will likely be ready by 2028 and 2029. The White House estimates that the projects could create 20,000 jobs in construction and manufacturing. in addition to "tens of thousands of indirect jobs in the regions," NPR reports. . The CHIPS and Science Act has also provided funding for Intel, TSMC and Samsung

Senate Passes $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package

Senate Passes $95 Billion , Foreign Aid Package. On April 23, the U.S. Senate voted 79-18 to approve foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, 'The Guardian' reports. . Today the Senate sends a unified message to the entire world: America will always defend democracy in its hour of need, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement. Make no mistake, America will deliver on its promise to act like a leader on the world stage, to hold the line against autocratic thugs like Vladimir Putin. , Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement. The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine, $26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan. The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine, $26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan. The package includes $60.8 billion for Ukraine, $26.3 billion for Israel and $8.1 billion for Taiwan. A provision to ban TikTok after the election if ByteDance refuses to sell the platform is also included. The legislation will now head to President Biden, who told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on April 23 that he will "move quickly" to provide aid. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, . Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised House Speaker Mike Johnson, . with whom he worked "hand in hand and shoulder to shoulder to get this bill done.". A lot of people inside and outside the Congress wanted this package to fail. But today those in Congress who stand on the side of democracy are winning the day, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, via statement. Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell also issued a statement. Today’s action is overdue, but our work does not end here. Trust in American resolve is not rebuilt overnight. Expanding and restocking the arsenal of democracy doesn’t just happen by magic, Senate Majority Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, via statement

Re-Election in Israel: President Biden Echoes Senator Schumer's Call Against Netanyahu| Oneindia

President Biden supports Senator Schumer's call for new elections in Israel amid strained relations over the Gaza conflict. Schumer's criticism of PM Netanyahu's leadership reverberates in both nations. Biden's measured response reflects frustration with Netanyahu's hindrance of humanitarian efforts. Tensions rise over Israeli military operations in Rafah. The U.S. seeks a clear plan to protect civilians while facilitating ceasefire talks. #Israel #Gaza #IsraelGazawar #Schumer #SenatorSchumer #PMNetanyahu #Rafah #Netanyahu #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~

Top Democrat Schumer calls for new elections in Israel, criticises Netanyahu

Mitch McConnell Backs Trump Despite Acrimonious Relationship

Mitch McConnell , Backs Trump Despite , Acrimonious Relationship. On March 6, Mitch McConnell, the United States Senate's leading Republican, endorsed Donald Trump's bid for the 2024 election. On March 6, Mitch McConnell, the United States Senate's leading Republican, endorsed Donald Trump's bid for the 2024 election. It is abundantly clear that former President Trump has earned the requisite support of Republican voters to be our nominee for President of the United States, Mitch McConnell, Republican Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'. It is abundantly clear that former President Trump has earned the requisite support of Republican voters to be our nominee for President of the United States, Mitch McConnell, Republican Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'. 'The Guardian' reports that the news comes after Trump dominated Super Tuesday primaries, and Nikki Haley pulled out of the race. . 'The Guardian' reports that the news comes after Trump dominated Super Tuesday primaries, and Nikki Haley pulled out of the race. . It should come as no surprise, that as nominee, he will have my support, Mitch McConnell, Republican Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'. During his presidency, we worked together to accomplish great things for the American people including tax reform that supercharged our economy and a generational change of our federal judiciary – most importantly, the Supreme Court, Mitch McConnell, Republican Senate leader, via 'The Guardian'. Trump and McConnell fell out over Trump's challenge of the 2020 election results, which led to the January 6 riot at the U.S. Congress. Trump and McConnell fell out over Trump's challenge of the 2020 election results, which led to the January 6 riot at the U.S. Congress. Ultimately, McConnell voted to acquit Trump during the former president's impeachment trial. Last week, McConnell said he plans to step down as leader at the end of 2024, following elections which the GOP hopes will give them control of the Senate. McConnell is the longest-serving Senate party leader ever, after first becoming a senator in 1985. . 'The Guardian' reports that the current list of contenders to replace McConnell include John Thune of South Dakota and John Cornyn of Texas. . 'The Guardian' reports that the current list of contenders to replace McConnell include John Thune of South Dakota and John Cornyn of Texas.

Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with big bipartisan vote

TikTok Ban: Senate Passes Bill Targeting App, Ban Looms If Parent Company Fails to Divest | Oneindia

The Senate passed a bill compelling ByteDance to sell TikTok in the US within a year or face a ban, garnering strong bipartisan support. TikTok vows to contest it in court, citing First Amendment violations. Concerns linger about data privacy and censorship linked to China, amid ongoing political scrutiny of the platform. #tiktokbanusa #tiktokbanusa2024 #tiktokbanushouse #tiktokbanusreaction #tiktokbaninusalive #tiktokbaninusa#tiktokbaninusalatestnews #tiktokbaninussenate #JoeBiden #TikToknews #Worldnews #news #Oneinda #Oneindia news ~ED.101~GR.122~

Biden says military aid on way to Ukraine right after Senate approval

EU foreign and defence minister agree Ukraine needs better air defences but stop sort of committing to send Patriot systems to Kiev.

US Rejects Gaza Genocide Claims Citing Zero Evidence, Asks Israel for Ongoing Aid Support| Oneindia

United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin rejects claims of genocide by Israel in Gaza but acknowledges the need for sustainable improvements. The remarks came during a Senate hearing, where concerns over civilian casualties and humanitarian conditions were raised. Efforts to press Israel to protect civilians continue amid ongoing conflict, with the US emphasising the importance of addressing the humanitarian crisis. #UnitedStates #LloydAustin #IsraelGaza #Israel #Gazawar #Israelnews #Biden #Israelwar #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.103~GR.123~

Biden calls for release of journalist at Correspondents' dinner

At a media dinner in Washington on Saturday night, US President Joe Biden used his opportunity at the podium to to call on foreign governments to release detained journalists and roast his presumptive Republican running-mate Donald Trump over his age and literary tastes.

U.S. Correspondents' Dinner: Biden Roasts Trump, Protest Outside White House & More| Oneindia News

Watch as President Biden delivers a humorous election-year roast, taking playful jabs at his Republican rival, Donald Trump, during the annual White House Correspondents' Association dinner. Amidst political banter, Biden's remarks offer a lighthearted moment in the midst of the campaign season. Tune in for the best moments from the event! #WhiteHouse #CorrespondentsDinner #USNews #JoeBiden #DonaldTrump #BidenvsTrump #BidenvsTrump #ProPalestineProtestUS #IsraelHamasWar #Oneindia ~HT.97~ED.103~ED.102~