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House Democrats Push GOP to Take a Position on Military-Style Assault Rifles
Lawmakers will consider a ban on assault weapons sales and have called on gun makers to testify.
AOC Calls for Congress to Strip Supreme Court of Its Ability to Rule on Abortion
Democrats are also calling for the Supreme Court to be barred from ruling on contraception or marriage equality.
Texas AG Sues to Block Biden Order Guaranteeing Emergency Abortion Access
Paxton’s lawsuit is “extreme and radical,” said White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre.
Coal Baron Manchin Kills What Could Be Nation’s Last Best Chance on Climate
Manchin’s decision to kill climate provisions in the new reconciliation bill will have devastating consequences.
A Woman’s Ex-Husband Is Suing the Clinic That Provided Her Abortion 4 Years Ago
Experts say the lawsuit shows how suits could be used to intimidate providers and punish people who’ve had abortions.
Secret Service Texts From January 6 Were Deleted After Watchdog Requested Them
The deleted messages could have provided greater insight into the day the Capitol was ransacked.
Bernie Sanders Unveils Resolution to End US Support for Saudi-Led War in Yemen
Senators Sanders, Warren and Leahy are reportedly backed by over 100 House members in urging an end to U.S. involvement.
Republicans Block Bill Protecting Right to Travel for Abortion
Reproductive rights advocates blasted the quick, draconian decision to stop the bill.
Nearly Half of GOP Congressional PACs’ 2022 Funding Comes From 27 Billionaires
The billionaires gave $89.4 million — after adding a collective $82 billion to their fortunes during the pandemic.
Poll: Nearly 6 in 10 Americans Want Marijuana Legalized
More than two thirds of Democratic respondents backed legalizing cannabis, while GOP voters were split on the issue.