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By MICHELLE L. PRICE NEW YORK (AP) — Chad Chronister, Donald Trump’s pick to run the Drug Enforcement Administration, said Tuesday he was withdrawing his name from consideration, becoming the second person selected by the president-elect to bow out quickly after being nominated for a position requiring Senate confirmation. Sheriff Chronister, the top law enforcement officer in Hillsborough County, Florida, said in a post on X that he was backing away from the opportunity, which he called “the honor of a lifetime.” “Over the past several days, as the gravity of this very important responsibility set in, I’ve concluded that I must respectfully withdraw from consideration,” Chronister wrote. He did not elaborate, and Trump’s transition team did not immediately respond to a message seeking comment. Chronister follows former Republican congressman Matt Gaetz , Trump’s first pick to serve as attorney general, in withdrawing his name for a post in the administration. Gaetz withdrew following scrutiny over a federal sex trafficking investigation that cast doubt on his ability to be confirmed as the nation’s chief federal law enforcement officer. Trump’s pick of Chronister for the DEA job drew backlash from conservatives, who raised concerns over his actions during the COVID-19 pandemic and his saying that his office “does not engage in federal immigration enforcement activities.” In March 2020, Chronister arrested the pastor of a megachurch who held services with hundreds of people and violated a safer-at-home order in place aimed at limiting the spread of the Covid virus. “Shame on this pastor, their legal staff and the leaders of this staff for forcing us to do our job. That’s not what we wanted to do during a declared state of emergency,” Chronister said at the time. “We are hopeful that this will be a wakeup call.” U.S. Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky, was among those airing public complaints, saying Chronister should be “disqualified” for the arrest. Others flagged comments Chronister made in a video about Florida’s immigration laws that he released in 2023 that circulated again online after Trump named him last weekend. Related Articles National Politics | Trump team signs agreement to allow Justice to conduct background checks on nominees, staff National Politics | President-elect Donald Trump’s lawyers urge judge to toss his hush money conviction National Politics | Democrats stick with Schumer as leader, their strategy for countering Trump is far less certain National Politics | Trump vows to block Japanese steelmaker from buying US Steel, pledges tax incentives and tariffs National Politics | Democrats’ outgoing chair says Trump’s win forces party to reassess how it reaches voters In the video, Chronister praised the “rich diversity” of his community and called it “a place where people from all walks of life come together.” He said it was important to note his office “does not engage in federal immigration enforcement activities. We do not target individuals based on their immigration status. That’s the authority of federal agencies.” Trump has made a sweeping crackdown on immigration a central focus of his campaign and his aims for his coming administration. Associated Press writer Adriana Gomez Licon in Fort Lauderdale, Florida contributed to this report.

Social Security now pays out more money than it brings in, so payments rely largely on a trust fund built up by the Social Security Administration. That fund is projected to run out of money by the mid-2030s, which has led politicians in both parties to debate how Social Security should change to avoid a shortfall. Prior to the election, the Harris campaign claimed then-candidate Donald Trump would cut Social Security, but President-elect Donald Trump has promised he will protect the program. Pam and other VERIFY readers sent us emails asking if Trump can unilaterally change or even end Social Security. THE QUESTION Can the president change Social Security? THE SOURCES Bankrate U.S. Treasury Social Security Act Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) Society of Actuaries Social Security Administration THE ANSWER No, the president cannot change Social Security. WHAT WE FOUND The president cannot unilaterally change Social Security, including how it’s funded, how much it pays beneficiaries or how it’s taxed. Congress can, however, make changes to Social Security, and the president can make suggestions to Congress. “Social Security’s tax rate and benefits are set by law,” Bankrate says. “So to tweak them, Congress must first change the law, and the president then needs to sign it.” Social Security falls into a part of the federal budget called mandatory spending, according to the U.S. Treasury . Mandatory spending does not require an annual vote by Congress; instead, existing laws mandate the spending and determine how much should be spent each year. In this case, the Social Security Act requires the government to provide payments to beneficiaries based on the amount of money they’ve earned and other factors, the Treasury says. The law, last amended in 2019, will continue to determine how much beneficiaries are paid and therefore how much the government spends on Social Security each year until the law is amended again. Though the president can’t change Social Security on their own, they can propose changes to Congress. Since Republicans will have majorities in the Senate and House of Representatives in the next Congress, they may vote to amend the law per Trump’s proposals. Other laws and policies may also impact Social Security’s finances, even if they don’t directly pertain to Social Security. These include some executive actions the president can do without Congressional approval. For example, the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget (CRFB) says mass deportations may negatively impact Social Security’s finances because it would reduce the number of immigrant workers paying into the trust fund. Trump has proposed eliminating income tax on Social Security payments, which would also require Congress to pass legislation. The CRFB, the Tax Policy Center and the Tax Foundation all project that the proposal would make Social Security run out of money sooner because those taxes fund future Social Security payments. Additionally, the president can remove the current Commissioner of Social Security and appoint a new one, the Society of Actuaries says. The Commissioner of Social Security is responsible for administering Social Security programs, but does not have the individual power to change how Social Security works. Related Articles Yes, elected officials picked for Trump's cabinet will have to resign before taking new role What we can VERIFY about Trump’s plan to close the U.S. Department of Education Yes, Trump will have the authority to pardon Jan. 6 rioters The VERIFY team works to separate fact from fiction so that you can understand what is true and false. Please consider subscribing to our daily newsletter , text alerts and our YouTube channel . You can also follow us on Snapchat , Instagram , Facebook and TikTok . Learn More » Follow Us YouTube Snapchat Instagram Facebook TikTok Want something VERIFIED? Text: 202-410-8808Founder of failed crypto lending platform Celsius Network pleads guilty to fraud chargesPete Hegseth's mother says The New York Times made 'threats' by asking her to comment on a story

The Baltimore Ravens announced on Wednesday the suspension of wide receiver Diontae Johnson for one game due to conduct detrimental to the team. “ Diontae's suspension stems from refusing to enter our game against the Philadelphia Eagles,” said Ravens General Manager Eric DeCosta in an official statement, describing the decision as “ difficult .” The suspension means Johnson will miss Baltimore's upcoming game against the New York Giants on December 15. The Ravens , currently on a bye week, have faced questions about Johnson's status after he suited up but did not play a single snap during Sunday’s 24-19 loss to the Eagles . Johnson's absence was particularly notable as starting wide receiver Rashod Bateman left the game in the second half due to a knee injury. Despite the team’s depleted receiving corps, Johnson was seen standing near a sideline heater for most of the game, raising eyebrows and prompting speculation about his role.

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Newspaper Mana: Protest in Print exhibition at Auckland Museum celebrates Māori voicesJERUSALEM (AP) — Israel approved a United States-brokered ceasefire agreement with Lebanon's Hezbollah on Tuesday that would end nearly 14 months of fighting linked to the war in the Gaza Strip. The ceasefire would mark the first major step toward ending the regionwide unrest triggered by Hamas’ attack on Israel on Oct. 7, 2023. But it does not address the devastating war in Gaza, where Hamas is still holding dozens of hostages and the conflict is more intractable. Hours before the ceasefire with Hezbollah was to take effect, Israel carried out the most intense wave of strikes in Beirut and its southern suburbs since the start of the conflict and issued a record number of evacuation warnings. At least 24 people were killed in strikes across the country, according to local authorities, as Israel signaled it aims to pummel Hezbollah before the ceasefire takes hold at 4 a.m. local time on Wednesday. Another huge airstrike shook Beirut shortly after the ceasefire was announced. There appeared to be some lingering disagreement over whether Israel would have the right to strike Hezbollah if it believed the militants had violated the agreement, something Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted was part of the deal but which Lebanese and Hezbollah officials have rejected. Israel's security Cabinet approved the ceasefire agreement after it was presented by Netanyahu, his office said. U.S. President Joe Biden, speaking in Washington, called the agreement “good news” and said his administration would make a renewed push for a ceasefire in Gaza. U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to bring peace to the Middle East without saying how. The Biden administration spent much of this year trying to broker a ceasefire and hostage release in Gaza but the talks repeatedly sputtered to a halt . Still, any halt to the fighting in Lebanon is expected to reduce the likelihood of war between Israel and Iran, which backs both Hezbollah and Hamas and exchanged direct fire with Israel on two occasions earlier this year. Netanyahu presented the ceasefire proposal to Cabinet ministers after a televised address in which he listed a series of accomplishments against Israel’s enemies across the region. He said a ceasefire with Hezbollah would further isolate Hamas in Gaza and allow Israel to focus on its main enemy, Iran, which backs both groups. “If Hezbollah breaks the agreement and tries to rearm, we will attack,” he said. “For every violation, we will attack with might.” The ceasefire deal calls for a two-month initial halt in fighting and would require Hezbollah to end its armed presence in a broad swath of southern Lebanon, while Israeli troops would return to their side of the border. Thousands of additional Lebanese troops and U.N. peacekeepers would deploy in the south, and an international panel headed by the United States would monitor all sides’ compliance. Biden said Israel reserved the right to quickly resume operations in Lebanon if Hezbollah breaks the terms of the truce, but that the deal "was designed to be a permanent cessation of hostilities.” Netanyahu’s office said Israel appreciated the U.S. efforts in securing the deal but “reserves the right to act against every threat to its security.” Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati welcomed the ceasefire and described it as a crucial step toward stability and the return of displaced people. Hezbollah has said it accepts the proposal, but a senior official with the group said Tuesday that it had not seen the agreement in its final form. “After reviewing the agreement signed by the enemy government, we will see if there is a match between what we stated and what was agreed upon by the Lebanese officials,” Mahmoud Qamati, deputy chair of Hezbollah’s political council, told the Al Jazeera news network. “We want an end to the aggression, of course, but not at the expense of the sovereignty of the state," he said, referring to Israel's demand for freedom of action. “Any violation of sovereignty is refused.” Even as ceasefire efforts gained momentum in recent days, Israel continued to strike what it says are Hezbollah targets across Lebanon as the militants fired rockets, missiles and drones across the border. An Israeli strike on Tuesday leveled a residential building in central Beirut — the second time in recent days warplanes have hit the crowded area near the city’s downtown. At least seven people were killed and 37 wounded, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. Strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs killed at least one person and wounded 13, it said. Three people were killed in a separate strike in Beirut and three in a strike on a Palestinian refugee camp in southern Lebanon. Lebanese state media said another 10 people were killed in the eastern Baalbek province. Israel says it targets Hezbollah fighters and their infrastructure. Israel also struck a building in Beirut's bustling commercial district of Hamra for the first time, hitting a site that is around 400 meters (yards) from Lebanon’s Central Bank. There were no reports of casualties. The Israeli military said it struck targets in Beirut and other areas linked to Hezbollah's financial arm. The evacuation warnings covered many areas, including parts of Beirut that previously have not been targeted. The warnings, coupled with fear that Israel was ratcheting up attacks before a ceasefire, sent residents fleeing. Traffic was gridlocked, and some cars had mattresses tied to them. Dozens of people, some wearing their pajamas, gathered in a central square, huddling under blankets or standing around fires as Israeli drones buzzed loudly overhead. Israeli military spokesman Avichay Adraee issued evacuation warnings for 20 buildings in Beirut's southern suburbs, where Hezbollah has a major presence, as well as a warning for the southern town of Naqoura where the U.N. peacekeeping mission, UNIFIL, is headquartered. UNIFIL spokesperson Andrea Tenenti told The Associated Press that peacekeepers will not evacuate. The Israeli military also said its ground troops clashed with Hezbollah forces and destroyed rocket launchers in the Slouqi area on the eastern end of the Litani River, a few kilometers (miles) from the Israeli border. Under the ceasefire deal, Hezbollah would be required to move its forces north of the Litani, which in some places is about 30 kilometers (20 miles) north of the border. Hezbollah began firing into northern Israel on Oct. 8, 2023, saying it was showing support for the Palestinians, a day after Hamas carried out its attack on southern Israel, triggering the Gaza war. Israel returned fire on Hezbollah, and the two sides have been exchanging barrages ever since. Israel escalated its campaign of bombardment in mid-September and later sent troops into Lebanon, vowing to put an end to Hezbollah fire so tens of thousands of evacuated Israelis could return to their homes. More than 3,760 people have been killed by Israeli fire in Lebanon the past 13 months, many of them civilians, according to Lebanese health officials. The bombardment has driven 1.2 million people from their homes. Israel says it has killed more than 2,000 Hezbollah members. Hezbollah fire has forced some 50,000 Israelis to evacuate in the country’s north, and its rockets have reached as far south in Israel as Tel Aviv. At least 75 people have been killed, more than half of them civilians. More than 50 Israeli soldiers have died in the ground offensive in Lebanon. Chehayeb and Mroue reported from Beirut. Associated Press reporters Lujain Jo and Sally Abou AlJoud in Beirut, and Aamer Madhani in Washington, contributed. Find more of AP’s war coverage at https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war

NoneNEW YORK , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Report with the AI impact on market trends - The global immersion cooling market size is estimated to grow by USD 988 million from 2024-2028, according to Technavio. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 28.62% during the forecast period. Increasing investments in data centers is driving market growth, with a trend towards emergence of advanced technologies. However, lack of demand and awareness poses a challenge. Key market players include Aecorsis BV, Bitfury Group Ltd., Comfort Systems USA Inc., DCX The Liquid Cooling Co., Delta Electronics Inc., DUG Technology Ltd., Engineered Fluids Inc., Furukawa Electric Co. Ltd., Gigabyte Technology Co. Ltd., Green Revolution Cooling Inc., Iceotope Technologies Ltd., LiquidCool Solutions, LiquidStack B.V., Midas Immersion Cooling, PEZY Computing KK, SixtyOneC, Submer Technologies SL, TEIMMERS, TMGcore Inc., and Wiwynn Corp.. AI-Powered Market Evolution Insights. 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The future of immersion cooling lies in its ability to adapt to changing industry dynamics, stringent laws, and the growing demand for low-energy solutions in home technologies. ImmerSION cooling systems have gained attention in the IT industry for enhancing infrastructure performance in data centers. Although it's a developing technology, its impact on conventional IT facilities is minimal due to concerns about potential malfunctions from submerging electronic components in dielectric liquids. Skepticism persists among data center operators. However, immersion cooling has proven beneficial for high-performance computing, cryptocurrency mining, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data mining applications. Despite these advantages, the adoption rate remains limited due to the perceived risks. Insights into how AI is reshaping industries and driving growth- Download a Sample Report Segment Overview This immersion cooling market report extensively covers market segmentation by 1.1 Single-phase immersion cooling 1.2 Two-phase immersion cooling 2.1 High-performance computing 2.2 Edge computing 2.3 Cryptocurrency mining 3.1 North America 3.2 Europe 3.3 APAC 3.4 South America 3.5 Middle East and Africa 1.1 Single-phase immersion cooling- The single-phase immersion cooling market witnessed significant growth in 2020, with this cooling method leading the market. In single-phase immersion cooling, IT components and systems are submerged in a hydrocarbon-based dielectric fluid, which absorbs the heat produced and is circulated around a chassis or tank to dissipate it. The coolant, a Newtonian fluid, remains in the liquid phase and is circulated using inexpensive, off-the-shelf hoses, pumps, and pipes. Cooling is achieved through standard dry coolers, radiators, or heat exchangers. Single-phase immersion cooling offers simplicity, easier operations, upfront affordability, and lower maintenance. The technology's cost-effectiveness and energy efficiency are driving its demand, which is expected to continue rising. As consumers become more aware of the tradeoffs between two-phase and single-phase immersion, the demand for single-phase immersion cooling is projected to increase substantially during the forecast period. The single-phase immersion cooling segment's substantial growth rate underscores its potential as a leading cooling solution in the data center industry. Download complimentary Sample Report to gain insights into AI's impact on market dynamics, emerging trends, and future opportunities- including forecast (2024-2028) and historic data (2018 - 2022) Research Analysis The Immersion Cooling market is witnessing significant growth due to the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions in various sectors. Immersion cooling offers cost advantages by reducing operational expenditures through lower energy consumption. This cooling technology is gaining popularity in data centers, especially those used for cryptocurrency mining and blockchain technologies, which generate large amounts of heat. The IoT capabilities of immersion cooling make it an ideal solution for cloud computing infrastructure in hyper-scale data centers. The global workforce's increasing reliance on digital solutions for work and personal use is driving the demand for immersion cooling. The technology's ability to cool IT components directly, including complex algorithms, is a significant advantage. The industry dynamics are influenced by the changing lifestyle, stringent laws, and the growing importance of capital costs. Hardware modification and Managed Service Providers are also contributing to the market's growth. Single-phase immersion cooling systems are gaining traction in industries such as schools, electronics, and industry dynamics. The technology's ability to reduce energy consumption and capital costs makes it an attractive option for various sectors, including e-commerce and IT components. Market Research Overview The Immersion Cooling Market is experiencing significant growth due to the increasing demand for energy-efficient solutions in various sectors. Immersion cooling offers cost advantages by reducing operational expenditures through lower energy consumption. This cooling technology is particularly beneficial for data centers, cryptocurrency mining, and blockchain technologies that generate vast amounts of heat. By maintaining optimal temperatures, energy costs are minimized, leading to increased efficiency and improved mining power. Immersion cooling also ensures hardware longevity and reliability, making it an attractive option for data center operators. However, concerns around leakage and water usage remain, necessitating the development of synthetic fuels and other heat dissipation solutions. The market is witnessing innovation in areas such as single-phase systems, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing. Immersion cooling solutions are being adopted in various industries, including hospitals, schools, and digital solutions, as part of the digital transformation and cloud services. The market dynamics are influenced by factors such as changing lifestyle, stringent laws, and the shift towards low-energy solutions. The versatility and customization offered by immersion cooling make it a popular choice for managing service providers and hardware configurations. Key components of immersion cooling systems include tanks, pumps, heat exchangers, and cooling fluids. The market for cooling fluids is segmented into fluorinated fluids, mineral oil, and synthetic fuels. The market is expected to grow significantly in the coming years due to its energy-saving capabilities, scalability, and simplicity. Immigration cooling solutions are also being explored for use in edge computing and migrating policy institutes. The market is expected to continue its growth trajectory, driven by the increasing demand for energy efficiency and the need to manage the thermal throttling of high-performance IT components. Table of Contents: 1 Executive Summary 2 Market Landscape 3 Market Sizing 4 Historic Market Size 5 Five Forces Analysis 6 Market Segmentation Type Single-phase Immersion Cooling Two-phase Immersion Cooling Application High-performance Computing Edge Computing Cryptocurrency Mining Geography North America Europe APAC South America Middle East And Africa 7 Customer Landscape 8 Geographic Landscape 9 Drivers, Challenges, and Trends 10 Company Landscape 11 Company Analysis 12 Appendix About Technavio Technavio is a leading global technology research and advisory company. Their research and analysis focuses on emerging market trends and provides actionable insights to help businesses identify market opportunities and develop effective strategies to optimize their market positions. With over 500 specialized analysts, Technavio's report library consists of more than 17,000 reports and counting, covering 800 technologies, spanning across 50 countries. 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Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said he’s willing to work with President-elect Donald Trump to dismantle government regulations that hinder economic growth. The U.S. imposes “excessive permitting and regulation,” Bezos said, speaking at the New York Times’ DealBook Summit in New York City on Wednesday. “We need a growth orientation in this country.” The day after the election, Bezos congratulated Trump “on an extraordinary political comeback and decisive victory.” “I’m actually very optimistic this time around,” Bezos said of Trump at the DealBook conference. “He seems to have a lot of energy around reducing regulation. If I can help him do that, I’m gonna help him.” Bezos shared his current impressions of Trump: “What I’ve seen so far is he is calmer than he was the first time [in the White House] and more settled.” Regarding Elon Musk, who is a rival of Bezos’ and has become a top adviser to Trump, Bezos said he did not think Musk would misuse his influence with the incoming administration to harm competitors. “I’ve had a lot of success in life by not being cynical,” said Bezos. Bezos also addressed the major backlash he stirred among Washington Post readers when he decreed — less than two weeks before the U.S. presidential election — that the newspaper would not endorse a candidate this year. Bezos acquired the Washington Post in 2013. At the DealBook Summit, Bezos said, “We just decided [an endorsement] wasn’t... going to influence the election one way or the other.” He added, “The pluses of doing this were very small.” Bezos said it would have been better if he’d had the “prescience” to have made the change two years ago rather than shortly before the 2024 election, but that he was nevertheless “proud” of the decision. Former Washington Post editor Marty Baron had called the non-endorsement “cowardice, with democracy as its casualty.” Bezos commented that the decision “was far from cowardly because we knew there would be blowback, and we did it anyway.” Bezos acknowledged that he’s a “terrible” owner of Washington Post because there are continuous questions of conflicts with Bezos’ interests in Amazon and aerospace company Blue Origin. But, he added, when the Post needs “financial resources, I’m available. I’m like the doting parent in that regard.” Bezos had previously written in a Washington Post op-ed that he was aiming to restore consumers’ trust in the paper by eliminating the practice of political endorsements, which he said “create the perception of bias.” Bezos, 60, is currently the second-richest person in the world (behind Musk) with an estimated net worth of $234 billion, per the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. Bezos founded Amazon in 1994 and stepped aside as CEO in 2021; he continues to serve as the company’s executive chairman. He said he always wanted to build a company “that would outlast me... I want Amazon to go off without me.” At the same time, Bezos continues to be actively involved at Amazon. He said 95% of the time he spends at Amazon is on artificial intelligence and that the ecommerce company is building thousands of different AI applications. Bezos also is the founder of Blue Origin, which says its mission is to lower the cost and increase the safety of spaceflight. Bezos said flying into space has a “life-changing, transformative” effect. Bezos (like Musk) sees a future where humanity extends beyond Earth. There’s a “strong argument to be made that the Moon is a stepping stone” to the rest of the solar system, he said. Blue Origin is “not a very good business, yet,” Bezos said. But eventually, he believes it could be bigger than even Amazon: “I think it’s gonna be the best business I’ve ever been involved with.” Bezos said he can fund Blue Origin with his Amazon stock. In 2022, Bezos pledged to donate most of his wealth to charitable causes within his lifetime. As part of that, he established the Bezos Earth Fund, aimed at fighting climate change, with $10 billion in total grants targeted to be disbursed by 2030.

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