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Hurricane Ian barrels towards Florida

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Gov. Ron DeSantis warned residents to take all necessary precautions

The Florida National Guard is activating 2,500 troops across the state.

Meanwhile residents in many places across the Sunshine state are stocking up on essentials items leaving many store shelves bare.

On Monday, Gov. Ron DeSantis warned residents to take all necessary precautions against what is expected to be the ‘storm of the century.’

Hurricane Ian is quickly barreling toward the Coast of Florida.

The governor’s update came as St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport said its terminal will close at 1 p.m. Tuesday due to mandatory evacuation orders remain closed until the evacuation order is removed.

Multiple Florida public schools will be used as shelters for residents exiting evacuation and flood zones.

“We know that this is going to have major impacts on Florida’s gulf coast. We’ve issued waivers of weight restrictions for commercial trucks to ensure we ample fuel and resources coming into Florida,” he added, “make sure you’re prepared there’s no need to panic by if you normally don’t drink a lot of water and you may not need to go on by 20 gallons of water right now so just do what you need to be prepared.”

According to the National Hurricane Center, Hurricane Ian is currently a category 2 Hurricane with maximum sustained winds of about 100 mph and is moving northwest at about 13 miles an hour.

The storm appears to be on track to turn and pass the Florida Keys on Tuesday evening before closing in on Florida’s western coast on Wednesday.

Veronica Dudo is the U.S. Correspondent for Ticker News covering America’s biggest headlines. As an Emmy® Award nominated global journalist, Veronica has traveled across the country and around the world reporting on historical events that connect all citizens. Lauded as an award-winning international journalist, Veronica has executed stellar news coverage for NBC News, CBS News, The Hill, ME-TV Network and AOL. Her stories have highlighted a plethora of topics ranging from breaking news and politics to economic affairs across the USA, European Union, and Asia; cultural affairs; globalization; governance; education; and sustainability.

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President Biden and President-elect Trump hold key meeting

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President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Pete Hegseth as his pick for Secretary of Defense.

The combat veteran has two bronze stars having served in Iraq and Afghanistan.

He is a graduate of Princeton University and Harvard University.

In addition providing support to veterans he has held a recent role as a political commentator.

The Defense Department is the largest and oldest U.S. government agency, with a budget of about $850 billion.

Ricoh Danielson a U.S. Army Vet and National Security advisor joins Veronica Dudo to discuss.

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John Thune elected new Senate GOP Leader

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In a closed-door vote, Senator Thune takes on a pivotal leadership role as Senate Republicans look to the future.

In a significant shift within Senate Republican leadership, Senator John Thune of South Dakota has been elected as the new Senate GOP leader, taking over from long-time leader Senator Mitch McConnell.

The decision came after a secret ballot vote among GOP members, marking the end of McConnell’s influential tenure.

Thune, who has served as Senate Minority Whip, is widely recognized for his strategic acumen and steady approach to party leadership.

His appointment signals both continuity and potential change as Senate Republicans prepare to navigate a challenging legislative environment and upcoming elections.

With McConnell stepping back, questions arise about how Thune’s leadership will shape GOP strategies on key issues, from fiscal policy to judicial appointments.

Analysts note that his leadership style is expected to maintain unity while possibly adopting fresh tactics to strengthen the party’s legislative influence.

As Thune steps into this prominent role, Republicans and observers alike will watch how his leadership influences the Senate’s dynamics and the broader political landscape.

The transition reflects a pivotal moment for the GOP as it positions itself for future electoral and legislative battles.

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News sites testing AI for article summaries

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The Wall Street Journal is experimenting with AI to summarise its articles.

 

Readers will see a “Key Points” box at the top of select stories, featuring AI-generated summaries that are checked by editors. This new feature is being tested to assess reader engagement, offering bullet points that highlight key information.

The box includes a note explaining the use of AI, as WSJ explores new ways to add value for subscribers. Other news outlets, like USA Today, are also testing similar AI tools, though some caution readers to consult full articles due to potential AI errors.

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