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Funeral for former Secretary of State Colin Powell to be held Friday

WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - The funeral of former Secretary of State Colin Powell will be held at Washington National Cathedral on Friday.Download the FOX 5 DC News App for Local Breaking News and WeatherSecretary Powell, who served for decades in and out of uniform starting with his service in the Vietnam War, was also national security advisor from 1987 to 1989 and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff from 1989 to 1993.Numerous military and Congressional leaders are expected to be in attendance. Secretary Powell died of complications from COVID-19 at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center on Oct.

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Biden to nominate history-making Air Force fighter pilot for next Joint Chiefs chairman

FILE - Charles Quinton Brown Jr, U.S. general and chief of staff of the United States Air Force, smiles during his visit from Tactical Air Wing 73 "Steinhoff." (Monika Skolimowska/picture alliance via Getty Images)WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden will announce Thursday that he is tapping a history-making Air Force fighter pilot with years of experience in shaping U.S. defenses to meet China’s rise to serve as the nation’s next top military officer, according to a senior administration official.The nomination of Air Force Gen.

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Some fully vaccinated people have died of COVID-19. What you need to know

COVID-19, even though he was fully vaccinated.But while he’s not alone – around 7,000 Americans and 450 Canadians who were fully vaccinated have died from COVID-19, according to federal data – doctors note it remains rare, and that getting the vaccine is still extremely important as it protects you and others from the disease. Colin Powell dies from COVID-19 complications, family says “When we’re hearing about some individuals who are dying who happen to have been fully vaccinated, it starts creating doubt in the minds of others about whether the vaccine is even worth it at all,” said Dr.

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Older adults are more susceptible to severe breakthrough COVID-19, studies show

The death of 84-year-old former U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell, who was fully vaccinated, has highlighted how older, immunized adults are still at risk for severe COVID-19 breakthrough infections.The U.S.

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Colin Powell, revered and respected, dies from COVID complications

JENKINTOWN, Pa. - Colin Powell was a foreign relations giant, respected by Democrats and Republicans alike here, in America, and by diplomats across the world. A city kid who rose to become the nation’s top-ranked soldier, Colin Powell died Monday of complications related to COVID-19, according to his family."A very decent man," spoke one woman in regard to Colin Powell."A straight shooter," stated one man."The first African-American Secretary of State of the United States," another woman stated.MORE HEADLINES:Former U.S.

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Colin Powell dies from COVID-19 complications despite being fully vaccinated

Colin Powell, the first Black U.S. secretary of state and top military officer, died on Monday at the age of 84 from COVID-19 complications, his family said in a statement.

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Colin Powell's age, cancer left him vulnerable to COVID-19 despite vaccination

WASHINGTON (AP) - Despite getting vaccinated against COVID-19, Colin Powell remained vulnerable to the virus because of his advanced age and history of cancer, highlighting the continued risk to many Americans until more of the population is immunized.Powell, a four-star general who became the first Black secretary of state and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, died Monday from complications of COVID-19.

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Colin Powell, former U.S. secretary of state, dies from COVID-19 complications: family

The family of former U.S. secretary of state Colin Powell has died from COVID-19 complications, his family said on Monday.

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Colin Powell says Joe Biden 'will stand with our friends and stand up to our adversaries' in DNC speech

LOS ANGELES - Former Secretary of State Colin Powell endorsed Joe Biden on the second night of the 2020 Democratic National Convention, adding his voice to a list of notable Republicans who have made appearances at the all-virtual event in opposition to President Donald Trump ahead of the 2020 election.“With Joe Biden in the White House, we will never doubt that he will stand with our friends and stand up to our adversaries — never the other way around,” Powell said Tuesday night in taped remarks.RELATED: DNC Day 2: Biden secures Democratic nominationPowell, the former cabinet member under Republican President George W.

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Colin Powell voices support for Biden on 2nd night of DNC

LOS ANGELES - Former Secretary of State Colin Powell spoke in support of Joe Biden on the second night of the all-virtual Democratic National Convention, adding his voice to a list of notable Republicans who have made appearances at the DNC in opposition to President Donald Trump ahead of the 2020 election.The former cabinet member under Republican President George W. Bush cited his shared values with Biden.

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DNC Day 2: Jimmy Carter, Bill Clinton tout Biden's experience

NEW YORK (AP) - Joe Biden blended support from his party’s elders and fresher faces on the second night of the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday, making the case that he has the experience and energy to repair the chaos that President Donald Trump has created at home and abroad.Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State John Kerry — and former Republican Secretary of State Colin Powell — were among the heavy hitters on a schedule that emphasized a simple theme: Leadership matters. Former President Jimmy Carter, now 95 years old, also made an appearance.RELATED: Michelle Obama at virtual DNC: Vote 'like our lives depend on it'“Donald Trump says we’re leading the world.

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Colin Powell set to speak in support of Biden on 2nd night of DNC

LOS ANGELES - Former Secretary of State Colin Powell will speak in support of Joe Biden on the second night of the all-virtual Democratic National Convention, adding his voice to a list of notable Republicans who have made appearances at the DNC in opposition to President Donald Trump ahead of the 2020 election.In a clip released ahead of Powell’s remarks at the DNC Tuesday, the former cabinet member under Republican President George W. Bush cited his shared values with Biden.

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A Long-Overdue 'Tip of the Cap' to baseball's Black pioneers

Barack Obama tipped his cap. So did three other former presidents and a host of prominent civil rights leaders, entertainers and sports greats in a virtual salute to the 100-year anniversary of the founding of baseball’s Negro Leagues.The campaign launched Monday with photos and videos from, among others, Hank Aaron, Rachel Robinson Derek Jeter, Colin Powell, Michael Jordan, Obama and former Presidents George W.

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Colin Powell says he 'cannot in any way support' Trump; announces he will vote for Biden

WASHINGTON D.C. - Former Secretary of State Colin Powell on Sunday became the latest member of the Republican Party’s old guard to announce that he will not be voting for President Trump in November’s general election.Powell’s admission comes amid rumors and speculation that a number of establishment Republican heavyweights have sworn off voting for Trump in favor of Democratic presidential nominee and former Vice President Joe Biden. The New York Times reported former President George W.

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