Affordable transit options to attend the Colorado Rockies' home opener at Coors Field Friday marks a big day for baseball fans in Colorado; it's the Rockies' home opener. Thousands are expected to attend the big game at Coors Field, which kicks off at 2:10 p.m. against the Philadelphia Phillies. With such a large turnout, traffic congestion and road backups are anticipated. To help fans navigate the city, the Regional Transportation District (RTD) has announced a range of train and bus options designed to ease the commute. RTD highlighted Union Station as a key hub for attendees. Once passengers arrive at the station via train, they can walk just a few blocks to Coors Field. The agency noted that several train lines provide access to Union Station, including the A, B, E, G, N, and W lines. These lines connect to major locations such as Denver International Airport, Westminster, Ridgegate, Wheat Ridge, Eastlake, and Jefferson County. To accommodate the expected crowds on opening day, RTD is deploying additional carts to ensure efficient service. For those in Boulder, the Flatiron Flyer offers a convenient option. This service picks up passengers from the city and transports them directly to Union Station. Additionally, several bus routes are available to reach Coors Field.#union_station #regional_transportation_district #colorado_rockies #coors_field #rtd_next_ride_app
Donald Trump Avoids Word 'War' to Describe Iran Conflict 'Because You're Supposed to Get Approval' President Trump said Wednesday at the National Republican Congressional Committee’s annual fundraising dinner that he avoids using the word “war” to describe the conflict in Iran, citing concerns about needing congressional approval. Speaking to a crowd of GOP lawmakers at Union Station in Washington, D.C., Trump explained, “I won’t use the word ‘war’ because they say if you use the word ‘war,’ that’s maybe not a good thing to do.” He added, “They don’t like the word ‘war’ because you’re supposed to get approval. So, I’ll use the word ‘military operation,’ which is really what it is. It’s a military decimation.” The U.S. and Israel launched strikes on Tehran late last month, and the White House has claimed there have been “productive conversations” with Iran. However, Tehran has largely rejected the administration’s ceasefire proposal and other diplomatic overtures. The Constitution grants Congress the authority to declare war, but Trump and other Republicans argue that the president’s role as commander-in-chief allows him to take military action without legislative approval. Democrats in Congress have pushed for congressional oversight, asserting that the president must demonstrate Iran posed an “imminent” threat before authorizing strikes. However, the Senate rejected a Democratic-led resolution aimed at curbing the administration’s military operations, with only Sen. Rand Paul (Ky) voting in support. Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) joined Republicans in defeating the measure, mirroring earlier failures of similar war powers resolutions. The administration maintains that preemptive strikes on Iran are justified to prevent the country from developing nuclear weapons.#iran #donald_trump #national_republican_congressional_committee #union_station #congressional_overseas
