ICJ did not call for a ceasefire (like they did against Russia in 2022) or prosecute Israel under the genocide convention… The ICJ delivered an order against Israel in the South Africa v. Israel case. Although the ICJ did not call for a ceasefire (like they did against Russia in 2022) or prosecute Israel under…
Money Talks; When Biden’s administration were asked if they’d reinstate the Obama-era rule mandating brake upgrades in a press call last Friday, they responded they’d hope Congress would lead efforts. Citing lawsuits against the Obama-era rule. Officials went as far as citing opposition from the rail industry as cause for concern in revitalizing the rule. “We did get strong pushback from industry for that rule in 2016,” said one official. “Additionally from Congress, in pushing back on the [electronically controlled pneumatic brakes] component of the rule.” Officials stated they’re “working” on proposing rules requiring a minimum of two-person train crews as well as requiring manifests of cargo. At the end of the day, these requirements should have already been in place.
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