Headline News from The Associated Press
AP Headline News - Jul 09 2024 22:00 (EDT)
If you news, I'm Ben Thomas. NATO leaders are in Washington for a summit. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky attending, too, pressing for decisive support to help his country repel Russia's offensive. How much longer can Putin last? The answer to this question is right here in Washington. Your leadership, your actions, your choice, the choice to act now. In welcoming remarks, President Biden announced more commitments. The United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Romania and Italy will provide Ukraine with the equipment for five additional strategic air defense systems. And in the coming months, the United States and our partners intend to provide Ukraine with dozens of additional tactical air defense systems. The United States will make sure that when we export critical air defense interceptors, Ukraine goes to the front of the line. Meantime Sagar-Magani reports congressional Democrats met privately to discuss the viability of President Biden's reelection bid. In what was billed as a family discussion, one person in the room says the meeting of House Democrats was Dower. Number three, Democrat Pete Aguilar says the goal was to listen, not dictate. There was no instruction to get on the same page. Illinois's Mike Quigley is among six publicly urging the president to step down. You can't win. My colleagues need you to recognize that. But others like Benny Thompson-- Brad, we're bad. --are backing the president. White House spokesman Karine Jean-Pierre says the president's eager to move past this. He's ready. He's on fire. He's ready to go. Sagar-Magani, Washington. Former President Trump appeared to be enjoying it at a rally in Florida. The radical left Democrat party is divided in chaos and having a full-scale breakdown all because they can't decide which of the year. Candidates is more unfit to be president. This is AP News. A Mississippi man's facing charges after stealing a car with a baby inside. Mississippi police say James Wilson was arrested Monday and charged with auto-thepting kidnapping. The Mazda sedan had its motor running when it was stolen Saturday evening from a gas station near Jackson. The car was found that night a few miles away with an unharmed seven-month-old girl inside. During a court appearance, Wilson said he did not steal the car. Police say Wilson is on probation for prior auto-thept convictions and surveillance video shows him in and around the area. Police are also investigating whether to bring any charges against the baby's mother, saying that parents should never leave children unattended in a running vehicle. I'm Lisa Dwyer. And Bob Dylan's giving fans a chance to relive his 1974 tour with the band, releasing a box set featuring full recordings of 27 of its 40 shows. I'm Ben Thomas. AP News. Thanks for listening. An official message from Medicare. A new law is helping me save more money on prescription drug costs. You may be able to save, too. With Medicare's Extra Help program, my premium is zero and my out-of-pocket costs are low. Who should apply? Single people making less than $23,000 a year or a married couple who make less than $31,000 a year. Even if you don't think you qualify, it pays to find out. Go to ssa.gov/extrahelp. Paid for by the US Department of Health and Human Services. This summer, discover American Giants' timeless, high-quality clothing made right here in the USA. Every piece is designed for quality and style that's built to last. From vintage-style teas to tough tank tops, breathable polos to lightweight sweatshirts, you can find your perfect fit. Celebrate American craftsmanship and support local communities with every stitch. Go to american-giant.com and use promo codes staple 20 for 20% off your first order.