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These are the headlines for today, Tuesday, May 14, 2024.

Amid concerns over the potential influence of noncitizens on upcoming elections, congressional Republicans are backing legislation that requires proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote. The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (or SAVE) Act is sponsored by Rep. Chip Roy, of Texas, and Sen. Mike Lee, of Utah. The bill seeks to amend the 1993 National Voter Registration Act, to require states to obtain documentary proof of citizenship before registering a voter and to remove noncitizens from existing voter rolls.

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President Joe Biden’s decision to suspend a delivery of large arms to Israel has sparked controversy. Many people view this move as the president rebuffing Israel. But National Security Council spokesman John Kirby staunchly dismisses accusations that Biden is abandoning Israel, affirming instead the president’s continued support.

Protesting students across the nation embody and voice Marxist/communist ideas. But the realities of communism is very different. IFA writer and prayer leader Rich Swingle talked to missionary and Blues Hall of Fame member Tony Loeffler, who has led 70 trips to Cuba. Loeffler describes the changes in Cuba over the years, and also current protests that may create significant changes for Cuba over the next half decade. Visit IFApray.org to hear about what’s really going on in Cuba, and to pray.

Why are officials warning about the bird flu? The avian influenza (H5N1) continues to be in the news as a potential human pandemic. At a recent press conference, Jeremy Farrar, chief scientist of the World Health Organization,  highlighted  the increasing threat of human-to-human bird-flu transmission due to virus mutation. The claims rouse both apprehension and skepticism, considering Farrar’s past connections with big pharma and his controversial role during the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Let’s pray: Father, we exalt the name of Jesus, which is higher and better than any other name on earth. And in His name, we pray for protection of the rights of U.S. citizenship, for appropriate U.S. support of Israel, for communism to be rejected by America’s youth, and for protection from pandemic fears and government overreach. To You be the glory, Lord God.

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