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Senate Democrats Urge Biden to Take Action on Abortion

WASHINGTON — A group of Senate Democrats sent a letter to President Biden on Saturday urging him to take “bold action” on abortion rights, a day after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark case that legalized abortion nationwide. Thirty- …

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Biden must take stronger action on abortion, Senate Democrats say

On the heels of the U.S. Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, some Senate Democrats are pushing President Biden to take "immediate action" to protect abortion rights. In a letter sent to Biden on Saturday evening, a group of 34 …

Biden’s state gas tax holiday plea lands with a thud among Dems

The president is open to ideas: suspend their gas taxes or “find other ways to deliver some relief.” And states have been — pursuing relief checks and other types of tax breaks, many of which were pushed before the president’s call. But with Democrats …

Dems hope abortion ruling stops their slide in blue states

“In New Mexico, I think this is going to be responded [to with] a clear call to action by women and men, by voters across that spectrum, who might have been — in the midterms — more lethargic,” said New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, a former chair of …

Angry Democrats call on Biden to do more on abortion

Democrats say President Biden needs to take a more forceful approach in leading the charge on abortion rights and the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade in order to make it a dominant issue in this fall’s midterm elections. Anger seemed to rip …

Officer running for state Senate drops out after punching opponent

Placeholder while article actions load A Providence police officer who was running for state office as a Republican dropped out of the race on Saturday amid a criminal investigation for allegedly punching his Democratic opponent in the face during an …

‘Roe is on the ballot’: Can Democrats fire up their base on abortion rights or is it too late?

After the Supreme Court released its decision on Dobbs v Jackson that overturned Roe v Wade, the 1973 ruling that guaranteed the right to an abortion, president Joe Biden said that voters would have a decision to make. “This fall, Roe is on the ballot. …

End of Roe v. Wade may not hurt Republicans in Congress, but it could sting them in the states

CNN  —  The Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade in arguably its biggest decision in at least a decade. The practical consequences of eliminating the constitutional right to an abortion are enormous. You might think, therefore, that the political …

US one step closer from historic gun law reforms after House of Representatives passes first gun control bill since 1994

In a historic feat, the US House of Representatives passed a gun control legislation approved earlier by the Senate, breaking a congressional logjam that prevented reforms for 30 years. The bill is now headed for President Joe Biden's desk for his …

Analysis: End of Roe v. Wade may not hurt Republicans in Congress, but it could sting them in the states

But a look at the political landscape and recent surveys reveals that the midterm impact, while not totally clear, may not be as big as people think. Any effects on November's midterm elections are more likely to be felt at the state level than in the …

Phil Murphy's first 2024 hurdle: New Jersey Democrats

“I think they realized after last year that the mood is different than it was just two years ago,” state Sen. Dick Codey, a former governor who’s often allied with Murphy, said in an interview. Elected a year into Donald Trump’s presidency in 2017, Murphy …

Republicans Fear Abortion Ruling Will 'Bail the Dems Out' in 2024, Midterms

Though the GOP is celebrating the U.S. Supreme Court ruling that overturned the nearly 50-year-old landmark decision Roe v. Wade that guaranteed abortion-rights for women across the country, some Republicans are concerned that it will affect them during …

How the House Jan. 6 Panel Has Redefined the Congressional Hearing

The typical congressional hearing features a pileup of long-winded statements — what some might consider bloviating. There are harsh partisan exchanges that can obscure the substance at hand. Visual presentations tend to involve an easel. The television …

Democrat Senate Candidate Hit in the Face by Opponent at Abortion Rally

An abortion rights protest devolved into chaos in Rhode Island on Friday, after a state Senate candidate was apparently struck in the face by her Republican opponent. “I’m a reproductive rights organizer & State Senate candidate. Last night, after …

Congress Just Passed A Bill To Help Schools Feed Kids—But It’s “Too Little, Too Late” for Many Districts

Facts matter: Sign up for the free Mother Jones Daily newsletter. Support our nonprofit reporting. Subscribe to our print magazine. As American families and school lunch program administrators grapple with the highest annual increase in food costs in 43 …

Steve Bannon Calls for 'Army of the Awakened' to 'Shatter' Democrats

Right-wing strategist Steve Bannon called for "The Army of The Awakened" to mobilize to "shatter" Democrats in the November midterm election, touting the success of the conservative movement in overturning Roe v. Wade. The Supreme Court …

Supreme Court steps into a void left by congressional dysfunction

Placeholder while article actions load Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) paused for 10 seconds as he pondered whether the Supreme Court had simply become a more powerful branch of government than Congress. Finally, the former constitutional law professor came to a …

Outnumbered by Republicans in the Texas Legislature, Democrats have limited options to fight abortion ban

One Fort Worth Democrat says women have suffered a devastating blow to health care access. DALLAS — State Rep. Nicole Collier remembers those who argued that making COVID-19 vaccinations and masks mandatory was government overreach. The Democrat from Fort …

(Video) Iranian opposition PMOI/MEK hosts Vice President Mike Pence in Ashraf 3, Albania

The NCRI, headquartered in Paris and across Europe and the U.S., has long been calling on the West to adopt a firm policy vis-à-vis the regime in Tehran. PARIS, FRANCE, June 25, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Former Vice President Mike Pence on …

7 Ways Government Can Save Money and Keep Employees Safe With a UVC Light Cleaner

How implementing UVC sanitization in a government office and selecting the right UVC light cleaner can eliminate viruses, keep employees safe and save money NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE, UNITED STATES, June 25, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When …

United States Hispanic Business Council Commends Congress for Passage of Bipartisan Gun Package

The leadership of Senators like John Cornyn and Joe Manchin proves that our legislators can reach across the aisle for the sake of the American people. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the passage of the …

Clean Energy Holdings Alliance Announces Transportation RFI for 25 Hydrogen Fuel Cell Class 8 Tractors and Trailers

The CEH Alliance - Leading Edge of Green Hydrogen HOUSTON , TEXAS , UNITED STATES , June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Clean Energy Holdings President, Cornelius Fitzgerald, announced on June 23, 2022: “The Clean Energy Holdings (CEH) Renewable …

Alveda King Issues Statement Regarding Supreme Court Overturning Roe v. Wade

ATLANTA, GA, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Statement from Alveda King, founder of Speak for Life and Chair of the Center for the American Dream at America First Policy Institute (AFPI): "For 49 years, ‘we the people’ have had …

PENNEY AND ASSOCIATES MANAGING PARTNER FRED PENNEY LOOKS BACK AT THE RECORD-BREAKING JOHNNY DEPP TRIAL ON NATIONAL RADIO

ATTORNEY FREDERICK PENNEY LOOKS AT SOME OF THE DEPP v. HEARD STATISTICS SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Penney And Associates Managing Partner Frederick Penney Looks Back At The Record-Breaking Johnny Depp Trial …

Security Intelligence Platform Torchlight AI Introduces Torchlight Industry Advisory Board

An outstanding group of respected business leaders helping guide Torchlight AI as it transforms the security intelligence industry. ST PETERSBURG, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Emerging risk, today unveiled members …

Deirdre Gilbert is Playing Hardball in First Gubernatorial Campaign

Gilbert Holds Press Conference For Review Process of Major and Minor Parties AUSTIN, TEXAS, UNITED STATES, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Deirdre Gilbert is heading to Austin, Texas to turn in her application for a place on the ballot for …

Joe Laskowski Joins PACE as Senior Vice President of Member Services

Laskowski will revitalize business development and membership growth initiatives for the Professional Associations for Customer Engagement (PACE). BROWNSBURG, INDIANA, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Senior Vice President of Member …

(Video) Iran Exclusive Report: 48th US Vice President Mike Pence Meets NCRI’s Maryam Rajavi, Visits Ashraf 3 in Albania

Mike Pence: I can say with certainty that the American people are with you as you stand and labor for freedom and a peaceful country of Iran. PARIS, FRANCE, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Thursday, June 23, the 48th US Vice President …

(Video) Iran: The impasse before Khamenei and his “Raisi project”

While the reason behind Khamenei’s remarks is Iran’s escalating popular protests his message was intended for none other than the regime’s own ranks and files. PARIS, FRANCE, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The People’s Mojahedin …

House Democrats Stand Against Overturn of Roe; Pass Historic Legislation to Address Gun Violence

A MESSAGE FROM THE MAJORITY LEADER Today is a dark day in America. I share in the anger and deep concern felt by so many Americans following the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey, a drastic and dangerous …

Hoyer: Let Us Begin to End the Cycle of Tragedy and Inaction on Gun Violence

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) spoke on the House Floor this afternoon in support of S. 2938, the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act. Below is a transcript of his remarks and a link to the full video:   Click here for a link to …

Atom Computing CEO Rob Hays Confirmed for Highly Anticipated Roundtable at the Quantum Computing Leaders Summit

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quantum AI Institute today announced that Rob Hays, Chief Executive Officer and President of Atom Computing, will join the highly anticipated roundtable discussion at the Quantum …

U.S. Air Force Deputy Director Dr. Michael J. Hayduk Announced as Special Guest of the Quantum Computing Leaders Summit

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, June 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Quantum AI Institute today announced that Dr. Michael J. Hayduk, the Deputy Director of the Information Directorate at the U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL), will be the Special …

Hoyer Statement on House Passage of the Keep Kids Fed Act

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today after the House passed the Senate Amendment to the House Amendment to S. 2089, the Keep Kids Fed Act of 2022: "I was glad to bring the Keep Kids Fed Act …

Hoyer Statement on Supreme Court Decision Overturning Roe v. Wade

WASHINGTON, DC – House Majority Leader Steny H. Hoyer (MD) released the following statement today on the Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson, which overturns Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey: “Today is a dark day for the privacy of …

Jim Thebaut, Acclaimed Executive Producer, Urges Immediate Implementation of Solutions to Our Global Crises

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James “Jim” Thebaut, Executive Producer of Turning Back the Doomsday Clock Project, is urging action on immediate solutions to the world’s numerous global crises. WHY ACTION …

Survey: Americans Borrow Money, Default on Bills to Buy Cryptocurrency

More than 32% of cryptocurrency investors have used a payday loan in the past, and 11% have used a payday loan or title loan to buy crypto AUSTIN, TEXAS, USA, June 23, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cryptocurrency investing has been a wild ride …

Marter for Congress in Support of Biden Gas Tax Pause

OSWEGO, IL, UNITED STATES, June 23, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jim Marter, candidate for Congress in Illinois' 14th District, announced his support today for the proposed pause in the federal gas tax. "What's being proposed is …