Afghanistan
As you may know, U.S. soldiers stationed in Afghanistan have left the country, causing the Taliban to regain control and close down entryways, wreaking havoc in the past months. As you also may know, much U.S. equipment was left there, because the soldiers were quickly withdrawn by an order from the Biden administration, and the Taliban has used some of that equipment to maintain the control they now have.
Election Day
With local election day happening November 2nd, State College has a new mayor, Ezra Nanes. Running unopposed with 98% of the votes going to him, he keeps the Democratic mayor streak going. Congratulations to him.
How things are going in the White House
The Biden administration continues working on passing a new $5 trillion bill, The Build Back Better Act. The Build Back Better Act invests meaningfully in American families and workers, while laying the foundation for meeting climate goals. These savings come from ensuring large multinational and wealthy Americans pay their fair share. Another aim of the bill is to reduce the cost of prescription drugs, says the United States Treasury.