Unverified FBI Form Release, Choice Hotels' Bid, New York Maps

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December 18, 2023

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Republicans have made public an unverified tip submitted to the FBI, which alleges a plot to bribe President Biden. Although this tip lacks corroboration, it is serving as a catalyst for GOP inquiries into the Biden family.

The information is documented in an FD-1023 form, which records interactions with a confidential informant. It was released by Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa and House Oversight Republicans, who had previously threatened to hold the FBI director in contempt of Congress as part of their efforts to examine and obtain the document.

The tip in question revolves around an allegation that has been championed by former President Donald Trump. It pertains to a claim involving then-Vice President Joe Biden, his son Hunter Biden, and a Ukrainian prosecutor.

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Choice Hotels is making a bold move by launching a hostile takeover bid for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts. This comes after several unsuccessful attempts to negotiate a deal with their rival in the hotel industry.

Choice Hotels announced on Tuesday that they are extending an exchange offer to Wyndham's shareholders. This offer mirrors their previous proposal to the company's management, which included $49.50 in cash and 0.324 shares of Choice common stock for each Wyndham share. What makes this exchange offer unique is that it allows Wyndham shareholders the flexibility to choose between receiving all cash, all shares, or a combination of both.

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In a pivotal decision, New York's highest court, the New York Court of Appeals, has ruled in favor of redrawing congressional districts in preparation for the 2024 elections. This decision, passed by a narrow 4-3 margin, potentially provides Democrats with an advantageous position in what is anticipated to be a fiercely contested battle for control of the U.S. House.

The implications of this ruling are significant, as Democrats strive to secure more favorable district boundaries within the state for the upcoming elections. On the opposing side, Republicans, who gained control of the House by capturing seats in New York, had pushed to maintain the existing district map. This decision sets the stage for a potential shift in the political landscape of New York, with both parties closely watching developments as they prepare for the electoral contest ahead.