Tesla says it intends to invest $3.6 billion to expand manufacturing capabilities in Nevada

Tesla says it intends to invest $3.6 billion to expand manufacturing capabilities in Nevada

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The company confirmed it plans to produce high volumes of semi-trucks and make enough cell batteries for 2 million light-duty vehicles annually in Nevada. The Austin, Texas, maker of electric vehicles and solar panels posted record net income for the fourth quarter of last year. The Nevada expansion advances Tesla’s plans to make 50,000 trucks in North America in 2024.

President Biden will soon be working with a new chief of staff

President Biden will soon be working with a new chief of staff

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On Friday, the president announced that Jeff Zients will succeed Ron Klain as White House chief of staff. Klain is leaving after more than two years on the job, which is notorious for its work demands. Zients comes aboard as the president prepares for a likely reelection bid while facing House Republican-led investigations. He also will have to navigate the fallout after the discovery of classified documents in Mr. Biden’s Delaware home and former office. GC, the WH.

Sales, Inflation Rate Indicate Rate Hikes Slowing Economy

It’s the latest evidence that the Fed’s series of interest rate hikes is slowing the economy. Prices rose 5% last month compared to the previous year, DOWN from the 5.5% year-over-year increase seen in November. It was the third straight drop.

Former President Trump Kicks Off Campaign Events

The former President is kicking off his 2024 campaign with two stops along the East Coast. More from Correspondent Bernie Bennett.

Former President Donald Trump kicked off his 2024 White House bid with a stop Saturday in New Hampshire before heading to South Carolina, appearances in early-voting states marking the first campaign events since announcing his latest run more than two months ago.

Those states hold two of the party’s first three nominating contests, giving them enormous power in selecting the nominee.

Mr. Trump and his allies hope the events will offer a show of force behind the former president after a sluggish start to his campaign. In recent weeks, his backers have reached out to political operatives and elected officials to secure support for Mr. Trump at a critical point when other Republicans are preparing their own expected challenges.

Bernie Bennett reporting.

Indictments handed up in attacks on pro-life pregnancy centers

Indictments have been handed up in attacks on pro-life pregnancy centers

VERBATIM: A federal grand jury has charged two Florida men with vandalizing pro-life facilities in Winter Haven, Hollywood and Hialeah. Marjorie Dannenfelser of Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America says it’s about time, adding “Since the leak of the Dobbs decision eight months ago, there have been at least 79 attacks — including firebombings and threats of violence — on pregnancy centers and other nonprofits working to save lives.” She credits GOP lawmakers for pressuring the Department of Justice. Michael Harrington, SRN News.

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