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Moderate democrats standing in the way of U.S spending bill

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As Joe Biden’s signature $3.5 trillion dollar spending bill moves closer towards being implemented, there is one key Democrat standing in the way

FILE PHOTO: U.S. President Joe Biden speaks speaks during a brief appearance at the White House in Washington, U.S., January 25, 2021. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/File Photo

Senator Joe Manchin is insisting that he cannot support the new bill, saying the price tag is too large and the White House has rushed it through due process.

This is an issue for the Democratic party, given that the US Senate is divided 50/50, meaning every vote counts.

It follows Biden’s Chief of Staff saying he believed Manchin was in full support of the bill… and the reconciliation package was “full speed ahead”.

But Manchin appeared on two political talk shows over the weekend, saying “If I can’t go home and explain the bill, I can’t vote for it”.

Meanwhile, prominent Democratic senator Bernie Sanders says American taxpayers can afford the bill, and Manchin’s lack of support is “not acceptable”.

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Iran and Israel on the brink of all out war as oil prices teeter

“Israel and Iran escalate conflict with missile strikes and nuclear threats, risking oil price volatility and broader geopolitical instability as global leaders urge calm.”

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“Israel and Iran escalate conflict with missile strikes and nuclear threats, risking oil price volatility and broader geopolitical instability as global leaders urge calm.”


Israel and Iran on Brink of War as Oil Prices Teeter — Tensions erupt across the Middle East as Israel and Iran exchange missile strikes, threaten full-scale war, and target nuclear sites.

Civilians are caught in the crossfire while top generals are killed and the U.S. warns Tehran against further escalation. With G7 leaders urging calm, global markets brace for oil price shocks and broader instability.

Professor Tim Harcourt joins Ticker to analyse the stakes and what comes next.

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Amazon bets $20 bilion on AI in Australia amid energy crunch

Amazon invests $20B in Australian AI infrastructure, raising concerns about the energy grid’s capacity amid growing nuclear power discussions.

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Amazon invests $20B in Australian AI infrastructure, raising concerns about the energy grid’s capacity amid growing nuclear power discussions.


Amazon Bets $20 Billion on AI in Australia Amid Energy Crunch — Amazon is investing big in Australia, announcing a massive $20B spend on local data infrastructure to support AI growth.

But can the nation’s energy grid keep up? With calls for nuclear power growing louder and the Albanese government pushing digital productivity, Ticker speaks to expert Chris to unpack what this means for Australia’s tech future.

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Israel and Iran trade missiles as G7 Leaders push for calm

Israel and Iran clash with missile strikes amid G7 calls for calm, as civilians suffer the consequences and global tensions rise.

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Israel and Iran clash with missile strikes amid G7 calls for calm, as civilians suffer the consequences and global tensions rise.


Israel and Iran Trade Missiles as G7 Leaders Push for Calm — Civilians are caught in the crossfire as tensions explode between Israel and Iran. With over a dozen dead, including children, both sides are urging evacuations near military zones.

As the G7 summit unfolds, Germany and the U.S. plead for peace, but with nuclear sites in the crosshairs and oil prices teetering, the world is holding its breath. What’s next? Professor Tim Harcourt joins Ticker to break it down.

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