Matt Gagnon discusses President Trump’s proposal to take long-term ownership of Gaza, suggesting relocating its residents to a new country and developing the territory under U.S. control. Gagnon criticizes the idea, citing historical land disputes and the potential for inflaming regional tensions. He argues that conventional U.S. diplomatic approaches have failed, but opposes direct U.S. involvement in Gaza’s development. Gagnon supports breaking the status quo but prefers Israel’s control over Gaza, emphasizing the need to address terrorist organizations like Hamas and Hezbollah. He also highlights the economic potential of rebuilding Gaza, despite concerns about displacement and U.S. military involvement.
54-year-old Wade Bigelow of Garland and 62-year-old Jason Wiggin of Hermon were arrest hours apart, on related Domestic Violence charges by the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office.
Government offices, the stock market and schools are closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day, but most big retailers are open. When in doubt, call ahead or look up more specific schedules online for stores in your neighborhood.
A key measure of inflation fell to nearly a five-year low last month as apartment rental price growth slowed and gas prices fell, offering some relief to Americans grappling with the sharp cost increases of the past five years.
Alex Murdaugh has admitted he is a thief, a liar, an insurance cheat, a drug addict and a bad lawyer. But even from behind bars he continues to adamantly deny he is a killer.