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Weedkiller manufacturer seeks lawmakers’ help to squelch claims it failed to warn about cancer

Tue, Apr 16, 2024 at 9:22 am

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The maker of a popular weedkiller is turning to lawmakers in key states to try to squelch legal claims that it failed to warn about cancer risks. Correspondent Jeremy House reports.

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VERBATIM: Bayer disputes such claims, but already has paid about $10 billion to resolve them. Thousands of similar lawsuits remain pending. Bayer has supported legislation in Idaho, Iowa and Missouri that would shield pesticide and herbicide companies from failure-to-warn claims if they use labels approved by the federal Environmental Protection Agency. But legal experts warn it could have broader consequences — extending to any product liability claim or providing immunity from lawsuits of any kind. Critics say it could spread nationwide…JH reporting.

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Greg Clugston SRN News White House correspondent

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White House not involved in Israel’s response to Iran

Tue, Apr 16, 2024 at 7:07 am

The White House says the U-S is not involved in deciding Israel’s response to Iran’s missile attack over the weekend. National Security spokesman John Kirby says whether or how to respond is Israel’s decision to make. Kirby reiterates that the United States does not seek a war with Iran and does not want tensions to escalate in the region.

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Bob Agnew SRN News U.S. Senate correspondent

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Trump, Johnson To Hold Joint Press Conference At Mar A Lago

Wed, Apr 10, 2024 at 4:14 pm
Election integrity will take center stage on Friday as House Speaker Mike Johnson [R-LA] and former President Trump hold a joint press conference at Trump’s Mar a Lago resort in Florida. The two have long had amicable relations..Johnson supportive of Trump’s effort to challenge certification of the 2020 election, and has endoresd his bid for reelection. The joint apperance also comes at a time when Johnson can benefit from a strong show of support from the former Commander in Chief. He’s facing the threat of being ousted as Speaker , an effort being lead by fellow Trump supporter , Georgia Repreentative Marjorie Taylor Green.
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Bernie Bennett SRN News U.S. House correspondent

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Michael Harrington SRN News religion desk editor

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Evangelicals want action on immigration

Fri, Mar 1, 2024 at 10:25 am

Evangelicals want action on immigration

VERBATIM: According to a new survey by LifeWay Research, the surge in illegal border crossings during the Biden administration is worrying Evangelical Christians. 80% want Congress to take action to stop the flow. Lifeway spokesman Scott McConnell says “The urgency continues to grow for Congress to act this year to improve laws around immigration.” The poll also finds that Evangelicals are concerned for the welfare of illegal aliens and want to share the gospel with them. Michael Harrington, SRN News.

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WALL STREET BUSINESS REPORT 4-16

Tue, Apr 16, 2024 at 5:39 am

WALL STREET BUSINESS REPORT 4-16

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Tue, Apr 16, 2024 at 5:37 am

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