President Donald Trump’s acting head of the Department of Homeland Security abruptly resigned Monday, leaving the post ahead of schedule as the nation faces a heightened terrorism threat from extremists seeking to reverse the election.
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FBI warns of plans for armed protests at all 50 U.S. state capitals next week
The FBI is warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 U.S. state capitals and in Washington in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration, stoking fears of more bloodshed after last week’s deadly siege at the U.S. Capitol.
Oakville mayor resigns from Halton Police Board after approving police chief’s Florida trip
Oakville Mayor Rob Burton has resigned as Chair of the Halton Police Board after approving Halton Police Chief Steve Tanner’s controversial trip to Florida.
Trudeau to shuffle cabinet as Bains departs as innovation minister
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to conduct a small shuffle of his cabinet Tuesday, sparked by the departure of Navdeep Bains, the minister of innovation, science and industry.
Squelched by Twitter, Trump seeks new online megaphone
President Donald Trump has been kicked off of most mainstream social media platforms following his supporters’ siege on the U.S. Capitol. But it remains to be seen how fast or where – if anywhere – on the internet he will be able to reach his followers.
Pelosi: House ‘will proceed’ to the impeachment of Trump
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Sunday the House will proceed with legislation to impeach President Donald Trump as she pushes the vice-president and the Cabinet to invoke constitutional authority force him out, warning that Trump is a threat to democracy after the deadly assault on the Capitol.
Transport Canada warns Canadians of ‘significant delays’ in returning from Jamaica
Transport Canada is warning Canadians planning on visiting Jamaica that they may be in for “significant delays” when returning home because they may not be able to get a COVID-19 test before boarding their flight.
Ford warns of ‘turbulent waters’ ahead of new COVID-19 modelling data to be released Tuesday
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is warning of “turbulent waters” over the next several months ahead of new COVID-19 modelling data scheduled to be released on Tuesday.
Ontario government didn’t replenish PPE stockpiles before COVID-19: LTC commission
Ontario faced a shortage of personal protective equipment at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in part because it did not replenish its stockpiles over the previous years, an independent commission examining the impact of the health crisis on long-term care has heard.
Maple Leafs, Senators get provincial approval to play NHL home games
The Ford government has given the go-ahead for the Ottawa Senators and Toronto Maple Leafs to play home games in their respective arenas when the new NHL season gets underway.