Headline News from The Associated Press
AP Headline News - Mar 12 2024 15:00 (EDT)
A.P. News. I'm Ed Dunnehy. Robert Hur is facing a drilling from Democrats and Republicans in the House. Hur is the special prosecutor who recommended no charges be filed against President Biden over classified documents the president had dating back to his days as vice president. There were words with Washington Democrat Prumilla Jayapal over the wording in the report. "I need to go back and make sure that I take note of the word that you use exoneration. That is not a word that you use in the report. That's not part of my task as a claim." "I'm going to continue with my questions. I'm going to continue with my questions. I know that the term, I know that the term, I know that the term, evidence existed such that the likely outcome would be a conviction. I know that the term will full retention has a, Mr. Hur's my time." North Dakota Republican Kelly Armstrong questioned why there were no charges. "It appears from the report he met every actual element of the crime. So I want to talk about the department principles on federal prosecution. Because that actually has nothing to do with the underlying elements, correct? It's whether or not you can prove this at try." Hur's report questioned the president's age and mental competence. The White House says the Pentagon will rush about $300 million in weapons to Ukraine. It's part of cost-cutting in its contracts. President Biden has been waiting for Congress to approve more aid for Ukraine in the war with Russia. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan says Ukraine needs the assistance. "Ukrainian troops have fought bravely, are fighting bravely throughout this war, but they are now forced to ration their ammunition under pressure on multiple fronts. And we're already seeing the effects on the battlefield. When Russian troops advance and its guns fire, Ukraine does not have enough ammunition to fire back." The aid comes even though the military remains deeply overdrawn and needs at least $10 billion to replenish all the weapons it pulled from its stocks to help Ukraine. An aid ship loaded with some 200 tons of food has set sail for the Gaza Strip. This is AP News. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is recommending a session negotiations with Bosnia-Herzegovina. "The Western Balkan country is among six nations that are at different stages of the EU accession process. Following a period of wars in the 1990s, their memberships have been stalled for years. But EU officials are keen on trying to lure them away from Russian influence." EU leaders are expected to discuss the European Commission's recommendation at a summit in Brussels next week. I'm Charles de Ledezma. Romania's President Klaus Johannes says he'll enter the race to become the next leader of the 32-nation NATO military alliance, emphasizing his country's proximity to Ukraine and the threat from Russia. Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg, who has been NATO's top civilian official since 2014, has made clear he will not be staying. Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte is considered the favorite for the job. I'm Ed Donahue, AP News. When you fly southwest, we always give you our mile-high heart. That's why we're giving Denver more flights than ever before. Not only do you get our low fares, but you'll always get two free bags and never pay change or cancel fees. Because we mile-high heart you, Denver! Look today at Southwest.com. Based on USDOTO and EU's scheduled daily flights from Denver, starting in July 2023 surpass all prior days as a 512-2023 for consecutive check bags, waiting size limits apply, fair difference may apply, failure to cancel a reservation at least 10 minutes prior to schedule departure may result in forfeited travel funds. 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 dot com slash get Fargo. Terms and conditions apply, your mobile carrier's availability and message and data rates may apply. Wells Fargo Bank and AM member FDIC. 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 dot com slash save to open a savings account today. Wells Fargo Bank, NA member FDIC. (upbeat music)