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Republicans Think Commission to Investigate January 6 Needs More Republicans
Perhaps fearing the coup report might make the GOP look bad, Republicans think the panel should look into antifa, too.
Ted Cruz’s Approval Rating Plummeted After Cancún Trip
Cruz's rating had already dropped due to his amplification of the false claims that fueled the January 6 Capitol attack.
Dems Introduce Bill to Eliminate Pensions for Presidents With Felony Convictions
The Supreme Court this week refused to hear arguments to prevent the Manhattan DA from getting Trump's tax records.
Republicans Unite Against Stimulus Bill That Has 76 Percent Voter Support
A recent poll shows wide bipartisan support for Biden’s $1.9 trillion stimulus bill with $1,400 checks and $15 wage.
COVID Vaccine Websites Violate Disability Laws, Create Inequity for Blind People
Accessibility issues were found on COVID vaccine websites across the country.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Targets Dem Lawmaker’s Trans Daughter With Cruel Sign
Greene is pushing back against the Equality Act, which would prohibit discrimination based on gender.
Trump Cabinet Members Urged Staffers to “Be the Resistance” Within Biden Admin
It's unclear how many Trump appointees may have burrowed into career positions inside their departments.
Biden Postal Board Nominees Urged to Push for Removal of Postmaster General
DeJoy's tenure has been characterized by declines in Postal Service performance and accusations of deliberate sabotage.
New Massachusetts Rules Would Eliminate Handwritten Letters in Prison
The rules would increase surveillance of incarcerated people while also making written communications inaccessible.
Biden Could Hire Jobless Oil and Gas Workers to Plug Abandoned Oil Wells
Tens of thousands of oil and gas workers are losing their jobs. The Biden administration could hire them tomorrow.