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YOUTUBE (CNN) - 'I am the code,' Trump declares in ballroom safety dispute

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New reporting from The Washington Post has revealed specific design disputes that led to the resignation of architect James McCrery II from the White House ballroom project last October. According to the report, McCrery raised concerns that Donald Trump’s detailed layout demands—which included expanding the ballroom space by removing service corridors—compromised essential fire and safety codes. When the architect warned that the preliminary plans lacked adequate emergency exit routes, Trump reportedly contested whether building codes apply to the White House, telling McCrery, “I am the code.” 0:00 Trump's obsessive attention to ballroom design 1:59 Details of the tension between Trump and the ballroom architect 3:47 The code…

How did Donald Trump respond to architect James McCrery II's warnings about building codes and emergency exit routes?
Donald Trump reportedly contested whether building codes apply to the White House and told McCrery, “I am the code.”
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What were the specific safety concerns raised by architect James McCrery II regarding the White House ballroom plans?
McCrery warned that the preliminary plans for the ballroom lacked adequate emergency exit routes due to the proposed removal of service corridors to expand the space.
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What specific design dispute led to the resignation of architect James McCrery II from the White House ballroom project in October?
James McCrery II resigned due to disputes regarding Donald Trump's detailed layout demands, specifically his desire to expand the ballroom space by removing service corridors, which McCrery argued compromised essential fire and safety codes.
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YOUTUBE (CNN) - OpenAI, Anthropic CEOs unite in call for AI safety standards

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The leaders of two of the world’s top AI companies, usually fierce rivals, were in agreement at the UN Security Council on Wednesday: The industry needs international standards and cooperation to keep the world safe from AI models running amok. CNN’s Hadas Gold reports.

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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Elephant calf reunited with mother after being rescued by fishermen

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After spotting an elephant calf struggling in a river, five fishermen set about rescuing the animal by bringing it into their boat. Officials from India’s forest department were then able to reunite the calf with its mother.

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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Ex-Trump Press Sec: He wants dictator power, sees press as 'animals'

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In a striking interview on Erin Burnett OutFront, former Trump White House Press Secretary Stephanie Grisham claimed Donald Trump envied how foreign autocrats control the media, revealing that Trump privately called the press "animals" and told Chinese President Xi Jinping and North Korean Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un "you have the right idea."

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YOUTUBE (CNN) - Why the Kansas Senate race is surprisingly competitive

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Kansas Democratic Senate Nominee Adam Hamilton is asking Kansans to take a leap of faith and elect a Democrat to the US Senate for the first time in 94 years. His race against Sen. Roger Marshall is the latest alarm bell for Republicans who are hoping to maintain their Senate majority. CNN’s Jeff Zeleny reports.

Why is the race between Adam Hamilton and Roger Marshall significant for the Republican party?
The race is considered an alarm bell for Republicans who are hoping to maintain their Senate majority.
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What is the historical significance of Adam Hamilton's campaign in the Kansas Senate race?
Adam Hamilton is asking Kansans to elect a Democrat to the US Senate for the first time in 94 years.
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Who are the main candidates competing in the Kansas Senate race?
The main candidates are Democratic Senate Nominee Adam Hamilton and Senator Roger Marshall.
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JUSTTHENEWS (The Center Square Staff) - 14 countries form 'Shield of Americas' to target cartels in Western Hemisphere

The new coalition was forged 21 months after President Donald Trump directed U.S. federal agencies to target Mexican cartels and other foreign groups threatening American citizens and national security.

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JUSTTHENEWS (The Center Square Staff) - LA Mayor Bass solicited millions despite having established her own lobbying restrictions

Bass described the 2023 lobbying safeguards for the Mayor’s Fund and Getty House Foundation as “the most strict ethics reforms ever implemented by either organization.” Apparently, the reforms were not strict enough.

What did LA Mayor Bass describe regarding the 2023 lobbying safeguards for the Mayor’s Fund and Getty House Foundation?
Mayor Bass described the 2023 lobbying safeguards for the Mayor’s Fund and Getty House Foundation as being “the most strict ethics reforms ever implemented by either organization.”
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JUSTTHENEWS (The Center Square Staff) - New York taxes and spends more than any other state, watchdog says

Governor Hochul has resisted calls from Democratic lawmakers to increase broad-based taxes, but earlier this year approved a plan authorizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to impose a new tax on second homes valued at more than $5 million.

What specific tax plan did Governor Hochul approve earlier this year regarding New York City?
Earlier this year, Governor Hochul approved a plan authorizing New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to impose a new tax on second homes valued at more than $5 million.
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According to a watchdog, how does New York compare to other states regarding taxes and spending?
New York taxes and spends more than any other state, according to a watchdog.
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