Headline News from The Associated Press
AP Headline News - Mar 07 2024 05:00 (EST)
This is AP News. I'm Rita Falle. President Biden delivers his State of the Union address tonight. He'll push for action on aid to Ukraine and tougher migration rules, among other things. After their big Super Tuesday victories, both the president and Donald Trump will be on the campaign trail over the next few days. But one expert says much of the nation doesn't want to see a Biden-Trump rematch in November. " Their approval ratings are really quite low. And yet, Trump has a clear hold on the Republican party and nobody within the Democratic party is willing to step up and challenge Biden." Politics Professor William Howell with the University of Chicago. Alabama is protecting in vitro fertilization providers from legal liability, the AP's Lisa Dwyer. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has signed legislation that shields IVF providers from possible lawsuits and criminal prosecutions stemming from a court ruling that equated frozen embryos to children. Three major IVF providers paused services after the State Supreme Court ruled last month that three couples who had frozen embryos destroyed in an accident could pursue wrongful death lawsuits. The ruling based concerns about civil liabilities for clinics and prompted an outcry from patients and other groups. Lawmakers pushed the immunity proposal as a way to get clinics back open, but they did not take up any legislation that would address the legal status of embryos. I'm Lisa Dwyer. "China is accusing the U.S. of trying to keep Beijing down," China's Foreign Minister saying. "If the U.S. is obsessed with suppressing China, it will eventually harm itself." China is slamming the U.S. for adding more Chinese companies to its sanctions list. Time to spring forward, for many of us. Most Americans will set their clocks forward an hour this weekend. This is AP News. Now to a package of spending bills that would keep the government open. "The House has passed a package of spending bills that would avert a partial government shutdown by the end of the week. A significant number of Republicans lined up against these bills. Speaker Mike Johnson says he is being realistic. "We are not going to get everything that we want. We want to cut spending. We want to limit the size and scope of the federal government. The reality right now is we have divided government. We have a two-vote majority, one of the smallest in history." Massachusetts Democrat Jim McGovern says Republicans aren't serious. To get anything done, there must be bipartisanship. "It has been our votes that have kept the lights on since September. We believe in governing." Lawmakers are negotiating a second package of bills, including defense that would have all federal agencies fully funded before a March 22nd deadline. Ed Donahue, Washington. "The Dow gained 75 points yesterday. I'm Rita Foley, AP News." Some people take the straight path in life. But at Arizona State University, we respect your twists and turns. They make our online students more driven to excel in their professional lives. That's why our personalized suite of services empowers you, with innovative resources and staff that sticks with you. Make your next turn with one of our 300+ programs at ASU, number one in innovation, for nine consecutive years. Visit us at ASUOnline.ASU.edu to learn more. It's Buck Section, along with Clay Travis, talking about Dan capitalist law. Buck Dan's the son of a police officer. And a guy who finished law school and aimed high to build a world-class firm for the people where everyone, regardless of background, gets top-notch treatment. Dan capitalist law lives that mission, scoring record verdicts for folks from all walks of life, and they don't care about your wallet. Righteous cases are taken on a percentage fee basis. Need help? Visit dancapitalistlaw.com That's Dan, C-A-P-L-I-S Law.com (speaking Spanish) (speaking Spanish) Hello, Saver! Whether you're saving for that trip to the tropics or saving for an emergency, now is the time to take advantage of Wells Fargo's savings options. Wells Fargo offers savings accounts that can help you save towards your goals. So, what are you saving for? Visit a Wells Fargo branch or Wells Fargo.com/save to open a savings account today. Wells Fargo Bank NA member FDIC.