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Centrists Lose Bid to Sabotage Reconciliation as House Advances $3.5T Bill
The vote allows Congress to proceed with crafting the $3.5 trillion bill that progressives and Democrats have lauded.
DeSantis’s Poll Numbers Plummet as Florida Deals With Terrifying COVID Numbers
Gov. Ron DeSantis is at odds with a majority of his constituents over how to prevent the spread of COVID in Florida.
Committee Seeks Jan. 6 Phone Records of Lawmakers With Possible Ties to Attack
The probe could have major implications for members of Congress with ties to the attack.
Cori Bush Blasts Centrists, Saying “Budget Resolution Isn’t a Political Pawn”
The centrists claimed this week that Joe Biden has their back, but the White House denied this was true.
Biden Calls on Business Leaders to Require Vaccinations Following FDA Approval
The president described the full FDA approval of the Pfizer vaccine as “another good reason to get vaccinated.”
Anti-Fascists Stopped Proud Boys From Entering Portland’s City Center on Sunday
Activists said Sunday's events were a perfect example of how well-organized resistance to the far right can play out.
The Biggest Gamble of Nancy Pelosi’s Life
Nine conservative Democrats demand an immediate vote on the infrastructure bill, rejecting the progressive strategy.
NYC to Require Teachers, School Staff to Get Vaccinated Starting Next Month
Teachers and staff will have until late September to get at least their first dose of a coronavirus vaccine.
Far Right Groups Tied to Jan. 6 Attack Reporters and Others at Anti-Mask Rally
At least one person was stabbed and two journalists were attacked while covering the rally outside L.A. City Hall.
Republicans Rush to Squash Local Control in Fight Against COVID
The “mask wars” are back -- and GOP governors are using their power to stop people from protecting themselves.