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GOP Lawmakers Consider Next Moves on Abortion, Including Nationwide Bans
One proposal, which already has 163 Republican co-sponsors, would ban "abortion" at the moment of fertilization.
Warren Slams McConnell for Saying Labor Shortage Is Due to the Stimulus Checks
Sen. Mitch McConnell's statement is "absurdly out of touch," Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.
Biden Reportedly Cuts Deal With Mitch McConnell to Nominate Anti-Abortion Judge
The anti-abortion lawyer will be nominated to a lifetime federal judgeship in Kentucky, reports say.
“No Child Should Go Hungry”: Democrats Push to Extend Universal School Meals
The universal school meal program is set to end at the end of this month, leaving millions of children at risk.
Biden Sparks Anger by Describing McConnell and Cornyn as “Rational” on Guns
Progressive Nina Turner responded, "What in the neoliberal hell is this?"
Progressive Charles Booker Wins Primary to Challenge Rand Paul in November
“If anybody tells you that ceilings can’t break, tell them, ‘look at Kentucky,’” Booker said.
Manchin Joins Republican Senators to Block Abortion Rights Bill
"The public will not forget" who opposed the legislation, Democratic Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said.
McConnell Suggests GOP May Pursue Federal Abortion Ban If “Roe” Is Overturned
Abortion rights advocates warned that a legislative ban is possible if Republicans retake Congress in the midterms.
New Book Details How McCarthy, McConnell Considered Punishing Trump After Jan. 6
The top GOP leaders in Congress backed down from taking any action against Trump just weeks after the Capitol attack.
Mask Mandate for Flights Was Axed by a Trump-Appointed Judge
Trump excelled at attacking every mention of masks. The axing of this mandate is a win for his anti-science doctrine.