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House Speaker Votes Will Begin Next Week. McCarthy Says He Won’t Seek the Job.
McCarthy was removed from his position as speaker of the House through a “motion to vacate,” by a vote of 216 to 210.
Idaho County Shutters Its Only Obstetric Department, Citing “Political Climate”
“So many [people] are going to suffer in the shadows,” one doctor said.
“A Very Weak Speaker”: AOC Slams McCarthy as He Loses Speakership
“He clearly has lost control of his caucus,” Ocasio-Cortez said.
New Study Reveals How Climate Crisis Exacerbated New York Flooding
The deluge flooded streets with nearly five feet of water, prompting Gov. Kathy Hochul to declare a state of emergency.
Calls Grow for Thomas Recusal From Key Case After Ties to Plaintiffs Revealed
Thomas has a number of ties to groups that have been trying to kill the CFPB since before it was created.
All Manufacturers of 10 Drugs Set for Medicare Negotiation Agree to Participate
The negotiation process won't begin until early 2024, and new prices won't be implemented until two years later.
Nebraska’s New Guidelines for Trans Youth Likened to Conversion Therapy
All trans youth seeking treatment must undergo five months of therapy that is “not in a gender affirming context.”
Republicans May Seek Reboot of Biden Impeachment With Jordan Instead of Comer
“People are not happy,” one GOP insider said of Republicans' reactions to the first impeachment inquiry hearing.
Billions in Emergency Child Care Funding Just Expired Due to Government Inaction
More than 70,000 child care programs could be forced to close, and 232,000 child care workers may lose their jobs.
North Carolina GOP-Passed Budget Creates “Secret Police,” Critics Warn
“This consolidation of force and coercion is very worrying,” one critic of the provision said.