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Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith Blocks Bill to Protect IVF
The Access to Family Building Act would establish a federal right to IVF and other assisted reproductive technology.

Organizers Say Michigan’s “Uncommitted” Campaign Is Spreading to Other States
Super Tuesday states Colorado, Minnesota and North Carolina have “uncommitted” or similar language on their ballots.

Arizona Republicans Advance Bill Allowing Property Owners to Kill Migrants
The bill would allow property owners to kill migrants by claiming they believed their life was in danger.

Citing His Role in January 6, Judge Disqualifies Trump From Illinois Ballot
The decision is paused if Trump appeals or if the Supreme Court issues a ruling in a similar Colorado case.

Israel Made False Claims About Its Own Evidence in ICJ Defense, Analysis Finds
In one example, Israel claimed an image showed aid trucks entering Gaza when they were actually driving away.

Union, Starbucks Agree on “Foundational Framework” for Contract Negotiations
The framework reportedly includes an agreement for a universal contract for all unionized stores.

Trump’s Michigan Primary “Win” Shows Fissures in His Support From GOP Voters
More than 3 in 10 Michigan voters picked an option other than Trump in Tuesday's primary race.

Florida Suspends “Fetal Personhood” Bill After Alabama’s IVF Ruling
Public backlash over the ruling spurred Republicans to backpedal as they claim to support in vitro fertilization.

Tennessee House Votes to Prohibit Rainbow Pride Flags in Public Schools
“This will create an environment that will lead to more deaths of students,” one advocate said.

Mitch McConnell Announces He’s Stepping Down From GOP Leadership Role
The 82-year-old is the longest-serving GOP leader in Senate history, having stepped into the role in 2007.