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Romania Declares Russian Consul General Persona Non Grata Following Drone Attack

Romania has declared the Russian Consul General persona non grata following a drone attack that injured two individuals in Galati. President Nicusor Dan attributed responsibility for the incident to Russia and informed NATO allies while seeking enhanced defense measures. NATO and other leaders condemned the attack, emphasizing solidarity with Romania.

yahoo.com

Huntington Beach Expected to Elect Democratic Congressman Following Redistricting

Huntington Beach is expected to elect a Democratic congressman, Robert Garcia, following redistricting that reshapes the political landscape. The city, known for its conservative values, faces a shift as Garcia, a progressive and critic of Trump, prepares for the upcoming elections. Local officials express concerns about the impact of redistricting on representation.

The Hill

Jamie Dimon to Speak at Reagan National Economic Forum

Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, will speak at the Reagan National Economic Forum on Friday. He previously warned that ongoing inflation and rising interest rates, exacerbated by the war in Iran, may affect the U.S. economy.

Fox News — Latest

Amtrak fire near Penn Station causes commuter disruptions and service cancellations

An Amtrak work train fire near Penn Station on Friday morning injured five people and caused significant commuter disruptions. The fire, which was reported around 1:32 a.m., led to service cancellations for New Jersey Transit and the Long Island Railroad due to damage to overhead wiring. Amtrak is currently working to restore service.

Axios

U.S. Gas Prices Decrease but Remain High Compared to Last Year

Gas prices in the U.S. have decreased to an average of $4.39 per gallon, down 16 cents from last week, but remain significantly higher than pre-war levels. Analysts indicate that while prices are falling, geopolitical factors and low gasoline inventories may prevent a return to previous price levels in the near future.

Al Jazeera English

Firefighters rescue riders stranded on rollercoaster in Texas

Firefighters in Texas conducted a rescue operation for riders who were stranded on a rollercoaster. The emergency services successfully freed the individuals, but additional information about the incident remains unavailable.

Washington Examiner

Fire at Penn Station injures five and disrupts Amtrak and LIRR service

A fire at Penn Station in New York City early Friday morning injured five railroad workers and disrupted services for New Jersey Transit, Long Island Railroad, and Amtrak. Firefighters managed to control the blaze by 4 a.m., and investigations into the cause are ongoing. Service disruptions are expected to continue, particularly for Amtrak.

nola.com

Louisiana House Unveils New Congressional Voting Map

The Louisiana House has introduced a new congressional voting map that is likely to pass the Legislature. The map includes one Democratic-leaning district and five Republican districts, with some adjustments made to address previous concerns. Criticism has been voiced regarding its impact on Black representation.

Guardian — US

Federal Judge Rejects DOJ Search Warrants Targeting Journalists

A federal judge has unsealed records showing that the Department of Justice attempted to secure search warrants against journalists and protesters, which were rejected by the court. The judge criticized the DOJ for failing to meet legal standards and for not mentioning a potentially relevant federal law before the warrants were withdrawn.