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politics1 month ago•36 min saved

Nebraska Senator stalls Schumer bid to bar taxpayer funds for Qatar-donated presidential jet

Sen. Deb Fischer (R–Neb.) blocked a Senate move by Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to unanimously approve a measure that would prohibit using taxpayer money to retrofit the Qatar-donated Boeing 747 intended to become the next Air Force One. Fischer argued the proposal could jeopardize the Survivable Airborne Operations Center program and noted it had already been voted down earlier. Schumer characterized the gift as a symbol of corruption and urged security upgrades for the jet, which Trump has said will be “maxed out” despite reports it lacks certain defenses.

via The Hill|

#air-force-one #chuck-schumer #deb-fischer

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Deb Fischer Secures Nebraska Senate Seat, Defeats Independent Rival

Senator Deb Fischer (D-Neb.) is projected to win reelection for a third term in the Nebraska Senate race, overcoming a surprising challenge from independent candidate Dan Osborn. Fischer, who faced no Democratic opponent, was challenged by Osborn, a steamfitter with a diverse platform appealing to both Republicans and Democrats. The unexpectedly competitive race drew significant spending and attention, with Fischer's seat rated as 'lean Republican' by the Cook Political Report. Despite the challenge, independent candidates like Osborn historically face difficulties in Senate races.

via The Hill|

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