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Democrats Introduce Bill to Combat Republican Voter Suppression Efforts
The legislation combats GOP efforts to remove election officials for partisan reasons and challenge voters’ eligibility.
Filibuster “Conversation” to Happen If GOP Blocks Voting Rights Bill, Psaki Says
Republicans are poised to block a procedural vote on Tuesday that would begin formal debate on the For the People Act.
Leaked Call Reveals Manchin Colluding With Wall Street to Preserve Filibuster
Sen. Joe Manchin appeared to encourage donors to use their influence to help him prove the filibuster should stay.
Schumer and Pelosi Are Urging Fellow Democrats to Go Easy on Joe Manchin
Frustrated progressives have suggested the leaders are using Senator Manchin as a scapegoat for blocking voting rights.
McConnell Says He’ll Block SCOTUS Nominations If GOP Regains the Senate in 2022
The senator said blocking Obama’s nominee in 2016 was the “most consequential thing” he did as Senate majority leader.
Democrats Pass on Using Key Power to Kill Trump Rules
Under Trump, Republicans passed 14 Congressional Review Act resolutions. This term, Democrats only passed 3.
Biden’s “Bipartisanship” Has Let Manchin Take the Infrastructure Bill Hostage
Only a hard turn toward the reconciliation process has any real chance of resolving the infrastructure impasse.
Poor People’s Campaign to March Against Manchin Obstructionism in West Virginia
Some observers claim Manchin's insistence on Senate unity can be explained by his campaign contributions record.
The Dark Money Influencing Senator Manchin’s Right-Wing Agenda
Koch advocacy group Americans for Prosperity is urging its followers to send Manchin messages to uphold GOP priorities.
Senate Parliamentarian Creates New Obstacle for Dems’ Infrastructure Plans
Some Democratic aides say the ruling means lawmakers will have to go bigger on a reconciliation package later this year.