All articles tagged with #concession
Originally Published 15 days ago — by Politico
Bryce Reeves, a Virginia politician with a military and law enforcement background, has dropped out of the Senate race after a disappointing election for Republicans, emphasizing the need for unity and principled leadership. Incumbent Warner remains in the race alongside Democrat Jason Reynolds and Republican Kim Farrington.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Senator Bob Casey has conceded to Dave McCormick in the Pennsylvania Senate race, marking a significant political shift in the state.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WMUR Manchester
Adam Montgomery's attorneys plan to acknowledge his guilt on two charges related to the death of his daughter, Harmony, during the trial. The charges include abuse of a corpse and falsifying physical evidence. The jury selection process is ongoing, and the trial proceedings have been delayed as negotiations are underway for Montgomery to concede on some charges. The jury has been instructed not to consume media or do independent research, and the trial is being streamed online.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie predicts that if former President Donald Trump loses the GOP presidential nomination in 2024, the American public will ignore him, calling him a "four-time loser." Christie doubts Trump will concede if he loses, but says he wouldn't care and notes that Trump still falsely claims he won the 2020 election. Christie blames Trump for the GOP's lackluster election results and hopes anything that keeps him out of the White House is fine by him. Despite being a vocal critic of Trump, Christie is trailing far behind him in the Republican field.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Salt Lake Tribune
Former Salt Lake City Mayor Rocky Anderson concedes defeat to incumbent Mayor Erin Mendenhall in the mayoral race. Mendenhall maintains a sizable lead with 58% of the vote compared to Anderson's 34%. Anderson acknowledged that most voters may be satisfied with the status quo and wished Mendenhall success in her second term. Mendenhall declared victory, emphasizing her campaign's rejection of fearmongering and dirty tricks. Incumbent city council members Dan Dugan, Sarah Young, and Alejandro Puy also saw favorable returns, while Ana Valdemoros trailed in her bid for re-election.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Liberian President George Weah has been praised for his sportsmanship after conceding defeat in the presidential race and congratulating his rival, Joseph Boakai. Weah's concession has helped to prevent tension and potential conflict in a country with a history of civil wars. His actions have been hailed as a mark of statesmanship and peace, with analysts noting that it sets a positive example for other countries in West Africa. Weah's concession comes ahead of the official announcement of the election results, with 99.58% of polling stations reporting.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Liberia's President George Weah has conceded defeat to opposition candidate Joseph Boakai in a tight run-off election. Boakai, a former vice president, won 51% of the votes, according to the country's electoral commission. Weah, a former soccer star, called Boakai to congratulate him on his victory. Weah was seeking reelection for a second term but fell short of the required threshold. He has been praised for ensuring a peaceful transfer of power, a significant milestone in Liberia's fragile democracy.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FRANCE 24 English
Liberian President George Weah, a former football legend, conceded defeat to opposition leader Joseph Boakai in a tight presidential run-off. Boakai is leading with nearly 51 percent of the votes, and Weah acknowledged that his party had lost the election but emphasized the importance of putting national interest above personal interest. The election marks the second peaceful handover of power in two decades for Liberia, a country still recovering from civil wars and the Ebola epidemic. International observers have commended Liberia for holding a peaceful election, and the United States congratulated Boakai on his victory.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Financial Times
The European Union is considering a concession from a Russian bank to safeguard a Black Sea grain deal. The EU is concerned about the potential disruption of grain exports due to the risk of sanctions against Russian banks. The concession would involve the bank providing a guarantee that it would not withdraw credit lines for grain shipments. This move aims to ensure the stability of the grain trade between the EU and Russia.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Financial Times
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's coalition is disappointed by his decision to make a concession on a judicial overhaul, which has been a contentious issue in the country. The move has caused tension within the coalition, as some members believe it undermines their efforts to reshape the judiciary.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Russian Machine Never Breaks
The Coachella Valley Firebirds, who are set to face the Hershey Bears in the 2023 Calder Cup Finals, posted a tweet showing their mascot destroying candy at their concession stands with the caption "no chocolate allowed." However, the chocolate products are made by Mars, not Hershey, and removing a popular concession item may result in a loss of revenue. The move may also punish their own young fans for a social media bit.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
As the Republican 2024 field grows, candidates must consider how to get Trump to concede if he loses and not split the party. Trump has a history of refusing to admit defeat, as seen in the 2016 Iowa caucuses. Some Republicans may be resigned to go with Trump because he is willing to do whatever it takes to win. Meanwhile, Tim Scott has an unusually large amount of cash on hand for his presidential campaign, and other senators have not yet announced if they will run for re-election.