MIDTOWN TRIBUNE

On November 14, 2024, during a Department of State press briefing, a State Department official was asked directly about the definition of genocide. The question arose in the context of discussions about ongoing conflicts and casualty figures[7]. The definition of genocide is well-established in international law and has been codified in various documents and conventions.… Read more: State Department Official Asked Point Blank: ‘Do You Have A Definition For What Genocide Is? Video

The Pentagon held a press briefing following President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of Pete Hegseth as his nominee for Secretary of Defense. Here are the key points from the briefing: Reaction to the Nomination The announcement of Pete Hegseth as the nominee for Secretary of Defense has caused significant surprise and concern within the Pentagon and… Read more: Pentagon Holds Press Briefing After Trump Picks Pete Hegseth As Defense Secretary

The State Department held a press briefing following President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement that he intends to nominate Senator Marco Rubio as the next Secretary of State. Here are the key points from the briefing: Nomination Announcement State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel addressed the press regarding Trump’s selection of Rubio as the nominee for… Read more: U.S. State Department Holds Press Briefing After Senator Marco Rubio Tapped To Be Next State Secretary

Mayor Eric Adams: How’s it going? Good to see you all. Well, sort of. So I just want to go over a couple of things before we open the floor up to some off-topic questions as well.  [Crosstalk.] These fires, brush fires, never thought we’d be in the city talking about brush fires. But it just… Read more: NYC Mayor Adams Holds In-Person Media Availability

PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Well, Mr. President-Elect and former president — PRESIDENT TRUMP:  Thank you very much, Joe. PRESIDENT BIDEN:  — and — Donald, congratulations. PRESIDENT TRUMP:  Thank you very much. PRESIDENT BIDEN:  And looking forward to having a, like we said, smooth transition — do everything we can to make sure you’re accommodated, what you need. … Read more: Remarks by President Biden and President-Elect Trump in a Meeting

Germany has taken action to ban the chant “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” due to concerns that it promotes antisemitism and calls for the elimination of Israel. The slogan has been a common feature at pro-Palestinian demonstrations worldwide, especially amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Reasons for the Ban The ban… Read more:  Germany BANS “From The River To The Sea” Chant

SUBJECT: Oversight of budget measures related to developing needs in agriculture.PURPOSE: To examine measures in the State Fiscal Year 2024-25 enacted budget that addresscurrent and developing needs in agriculture with a specific focus on dairy andseafood, along with emerging crops and products.November 13, 202410:00 A.M.Hearing Room B, Legislative Office BuildingAlbany, New YorkORAL TESTIMONY BY INVITATION… Read more: NY STATE ASSEMBLY STANDING COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOVEMBER 13 2024

Governor Kathy Hochul today provided an update on wildfires burning across New York State and has deployed a multi-agency response to fires in Orange and Ulster counties in close coordination with local fire departments and first responders. Aerial investigation shows the Jennings Creek/Sterling State Park wildfire, which is in both New York and New Jersey,… Read more: New York State Governor Announces Statewide Burn Ban In Effect Until November 30 Due to Increased Fire Risk. Video

Gary Byrd: WBLS is proud to have a chance to welcome the brother who joins us as the 110th mayor of New York City. He’s the second mayor of color and the first hip-hop mayor in the city’s history. It’s proud this morning for us and it’s proud for our community and time to hear from… Read more: NYC Mayor Adams Hosts “Hear From the Mayor” Radio Show

President Donald J. Trump announced a new policy initiative aimed to dismantle the censorship cartel and restore free speech. TRANSCRIPT: President Donald J. Trump — Free Speech Policy Initiative If we don’t have FREE SPEECH, then we just don’t have a FREE COUNTRY. It’s as simple as that. If this most fundamental right is allowed… Read more: President Trump’s Initiative to Restore Free Speech and Dismantle the Censorship Cartel

As a new president ( Donald Trump ) prepares to enter the white house, some say NYC’s sanctuary status may offer one of the last possible refuges for those afraid of a potential surge in US deportations. That being said, legal asylum seekers have a right to remain in america, even outside of sanctuary cities…… Read more: Migrants Flood NYC… To Avoid Trump Deportations

WE ARE PREPARED, MY FRIENDS, TO FIGHT BACK New York Attorney General Letitia James responds to former President Trump winning 2024 presidential election. Thank you all for coming, and thank you, Governor, for convening us. I want to take a moment to thank everyone who ran for office—those who were victorious and those who didn’t… Read more: New York Attorney General Letitia James Responds To Trump Winning 2024 Election- Video and Text