Biden chooses an all-female senior White House press team

23 Sept 03:41 Key points summarised by AI

President-elect Joe Biden has appointed an unprecedented all-female senior White House communications team, reflecting his commitment to building a diverse administration.
Key appointments include Kate Bedingfield as White House Communications Director and Jen Psaki as Press Secretary, both veterans of the Obama administration.
This historic team signals a return to a more traditional, direct, and truthful press operation, contrasting with the previous administration's communication style.
The diverse team includes four women of color in top communication roles, fulfilling Biden's pledge for varied perspectives in connecting with the American people.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

19 Oct 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.