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Schumer Pledges to Bring $35 Insulin Cap to Another Vote to Bring “Heat” to GOP
Republicans are facing a deluge of criticism for blocking the potentially life-saving proposal.
The Best Parts of the Inflation Reduction Act Came Out of Progressive Advocacy
The IRA is a step, but it's insufficient -- so let's push to ensure it's only the beginning.
Schumer: Inflation Reduction Act Has Votes to Pass After Concessions to Sinema
Democrats removed a proposal to block hedge fund managers from dodging millions in taxes on Sinema’s behalf.
22 Government Watchdogs Ask Pelosi and Schumer to Act on Congressional Stock Ban
The coalition asks that Pelosi and Schumer commit to bringing a stock ban to a vote early next month.
369 Groups Tell Biden to Reject Manchin’s Big Oil “Handouts” in Reconciliation
The groups said that expanding fossil fuels' grip over the energy sector is unacceptable as climate crises worsen.
Climate Deal Is Making McConnell Gag on His Own Tactics — But It’s Not Done Yet
The climate bill — which, while imperfect, is profoundly encouraging — could still be derailed by Sinema or COVID.
Manchin’s Climate Reversal Comes With Major Caveat: Expanding Oil and Gas
The bill essentially locks the government into permitting new oil and gas leases for the next decade.
Congressional Staffers Arrested During Climate Protest in Chuck Schumer’s Office
“We, staffers of the U.S. Congress, will not remain quiet and complacent in our own demise.”
Marriage Equality Bill Could Break Senate Filibuster, Lawmakers Say
The bill will need at least 10 Republicans to join every member of the Democratic caucus to pass a Senate filibuster.
Democrats Want to Extend Medicare Solvency by Closing Trump-Era Tax Loophole
The plan would be included in the latest reconciliation bill, which top Democrats are negotiating with Joe Manchin.