Headline News from The Associated Press
AP Headline News - Feb 26 2024 12:00 (EST)
AP News, signing it on it. Former President Donald Trump is challenging a New York judge's finding he lied about his wealth to get favorable loans. The AP's Julie Walker is in New York. His lawyers filing the notice of appeal to overturn the ruling in the state attorney general's case against him, something the Republican front-runner for president has been using as he continues to campaign for his party's nomination. The level of hatred from these judges is no way you get fair trials. The level of hatred from prosecutors. If Trump loses his appeal, he'll have to give up a sizable chunk of his fortune. The judge ordering him to pay 355 million in penalties with interest. That's grown to nearly 454 million. The total increasing by nearly 112,000 per day until Trump pays. Julie Walker, New York. Sources tell the AP president Biden and former President Trump will make dueling trips to the U.S.-Mexico border in Texas Thursday after congressional talks on a deal to rein in illegal migration collapsed. Hungary's parliament voted to ratify Sweden's bid to join NATO, bringing an end to more than 18 months of delays that have frustrated NATO's alliance as it seeks to expand its response to Russia's war in Ukraine. There are encouraging signs of a possible ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. The AP's Joseph Fetterman is in Jerusalem. There are reports, signals from all sides that these talks went well. In fact, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over the weekend says that Israel even wants a ceasefire. At the same time, though, he says he is still planning the invasion of Rafa. This is what is believed to be the last Hamas stronghold in Gaza. Police in Grenada say they believe an elderly American couple aboard their catamaran that was hijacked by three escaped prisoners last week were killed and thrown into the Caribbean Sea. Those three people have been arrested. This is AP News. President Biden will host top congressional leaders tomorrow at the White House to talk about Ukraine and a looming government shutdown. An emergency aid package for Ukraine and Israel has passed the Senate, but Speaker Mike Johnson's resisting giving a House vote asked last week if he'd talk with Johnson. The speaker will be among those meeting with the president tomorrow. This is one of those instances where one person can bend the course of history. White House National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan told ABC News is this week Ukraine badly needs the aid to keep fighting off Russia. The administration is also expected to stress the need for legislation to keep the federal government operating. The first trudge of funding will expire Friday and Senate Chief Chuck Schumer says there's no agreement yet to avoid a partial shutdown. Sagar Magani Washington. I'm Ed Donahue, AP News. If this fan could talk, it would tell tall tales of tall peaks, icy summits, and a journal and fueled adventures. And with that, comes risks. So I'm doing my part with my $29 Keep Colorado Wild Pass because it supports search and rescue and avalanche safety teams across Colorado. Call it, paying it forward, to all the outdoor first responders who have my back. Get your Keep Colorado Wild Pass with your next vehicle registration and help make Colorado a safer place to play. Join us today during the Jeep Celebration event. It's your chance to celebrate great deals on legendary Jeep brand SUVs. Right now, well-qualified lacies get a low mileage lease on the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE for $397 a month for 36 months with $3,599 due at signing. Tax, title, license, extra. No security deposit required. Call $1.88, $8,8,925 for details requires deal of contribution and lease through ally financial. Extra charge for miles over $30,000. Residency restrictions apply. Take delivery by 4.1. Jeep is a registered trademark. Fargo, the new virtual assistant from Wells Fargo, makes banking faster and easier. Like this. Fargo, what's my checking account routing number? And this. Fargo, turn off my debit card. And this. Fargo, what did I spend on groceries last month? And that's just the beginning. Do you Fargo? You can. In the Wells Fargo mobile app, learn more at Wells Fargo.com/Get Fargo. Terms and conditions apply. Your mobile carriers availability and message and data rates may apply. Wells Fargo Bank and A member FDIC. Join us today during the Jeep Celebration event. It's your chance to celebrate great deals on legendary Jeep brand SUVs. Right now, well-qualified lesses get a low mileage lease on the 2020 Ford Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE for $3.97 a month for 36 months with $3,599 due at signing. Tax, title, license, extra. No security deposit required. Call $1.88, $8,8,925 for details. Requires deal of contribution and lease through ally financial. Extra charge for miles over $30,000. Residency restrictions apply. Take delivery by 4.1. Jeep is a registered trademark.