President Joe Biden at UAW strike, Bob Menendez, government shutdown: Tuesday's news

Published:  27-09-2023

President Joe Biden isn't crossing the picket line. In fact, he's supporting the United Auto Workers' strike against the big car companies. The strike has been going on for almost two weeks, and President Biden made history by becoming the first sitting president to stand with striking workers.

He visited Detroit and spoke to the workers. He wore a black UAW hat and spoke through a bullhorn while workers at a General Motors center cheered. He encouraged them to keep fighting for better pay and benefits. He also said it's time for the big companies to listen to their workers.

Tracking Tropical Storms in the Atlantic

While one storm, Tropical Storm Ophelia, was disappearing, meteorologists were watching another storm named Tropical Storm Philippe in the Atlantic. But here's the good news: neither of these storms was a threat to the United States or any other land areas. The National Hurricane Center assured everyone of this.

However, it's important to remember that we're in the busiest part of the Atlantic hurricane season, which lasts until the end of November. The peak activity usually happens in mid-October. So, it's been a year with a lot of hurricanes, with 17 named storms so far.

 Pressure Grows on Sen. Menendez to Resign

Senator Bob Menendez from New Jersey is in hot water. He's facing serious charges of bribery and public corruption. Some of his fellow Democrats, like Senator Cory Booker, have been quiet about it until now. But on Tuesday, Booker joined more than 15 Democratic senators who are calling for Menendez to step down. Menendez is refusing to resign.

Menendez is the head of the powerful Senate Foreign Relations Committee. He's accused of using his position to help Egypt's government and to influence a court case involving a friend.

What Happens During a Government Shutdown?

Do you remember what it's like when the government shuts down? Longer lines at the airport, unsafe drinking water, and closed national parks are just a few of the problems. Unfortunately, the U.S. might face its 22nd government shutdown in 50 years if Congress can't make a deal by the weekend.

The clock is ticking towards a midnight Saturday deadline, and negotiations aren't going well. The Office of Management and Budget is already figuring out which employees might have to go on unpaid leave. But it's hard to predict exactly what will happen during a shutdown because each one is different. Please Share This Article Thankyou..

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