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Republicans Unveil Bill to Make AR-15-Style Rifle the “National Gun”
AR-15-style weapons have been used in some of the deadliest shootings in modern U.S. history.
Oil and Gas Industry Spent $124.4 Million Lobbying Amid Record Profits in 2022
The industry targeted rules governing methane emissions as well as oil and gas development on federal land and waters.
From Formula to Medications and Child Care, Parents Feel Strain of Shortages
Low-income parents in particular may not have the resources to navigate the layered crises.
Ukrainian Refugees Struggle to Access Housing and Resources in the US
More than 100,000 Ukrainians have entered the U.S. as short-term refugees. Their ability to stay remains uncertain.
Mississippi and Tennessee GOP Move to Ban Lifesaving Health Care for Trans Youth
Advocates say criminalizing gender-affirming care is a direct assault on the physical and mental health of trans youth.
South Carolina Bill Would Subject Those Obtaining Abortions to Death Penalty
Critics say the bill is vague enough that it could punish those who have miscarriages or other complications as well.
Democrats: Biden’s New Asylum Policy Is “Almost Identical” to Trump Transit Ban
“The policy flies in the face of international law, U.S. law and basic morality,” said Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Ivanka Trump, Jared Kushner Subpoenaed to Testify in DOJ’s Trump Investigation
It's unclear as of yet whether the two will attempt to oppose the subpoena orders.
Trump Lies About Slashing Rail Safety Rules During Visit to East Palestine
In 2017, Trump rescinded an Obama-era rule aimed at making trains carrying hazardous materials safer.
Norfolk Southern Allows Monitoring Teams to Order Crews to Ignore Safety Alerts
In October, the company directed a train to keep moving with an overheated wheel that caused it to derail miles later.