Fed Blocked Mention of Regulatory Flaws in Silicon Valley Bank Rescue
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Fed Blocked Mention of Regulatory Flaws in Silicon Valley Bank Rescue

Federal government officials wanted a joint statement to include a reference to regulatory shortcomings that they believe helped lead to the bank’s demise.
Dutch Pro-Farmer Party Sweeps Elections, Upsetting the Status Quo
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Dutch Pro-Farmer Party Sweeps Elections, Upsetting the Status Quo

The surprise victory is widely seen as a protest vote against Prime Minister Mark Rutte’s government and some of his policies, including a goal to slash nitrogen emissions, which many say will imperil farming operations.
French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote
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French Protesters Rally in Last Angry Push Before Pension Bill Vote

Many believe the legislation to raise the retirement age to 64 from 62 will pass Parliament, and they are looking beyond the vote to fight on.