Sen. Collins voted to advance the bill but ultimately, not enough lawmakers were ready to back another $48 billion aid package for pandemic-stricken restaurants and other small businesses.
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Oklahoma approves nation’s most restrictive abortion ban; services to stop
The bill is part of an aggressive push in Republican-led states across the country to scale back abortion rights.
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Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
Biden’s burdens grow amid sagging global economy
His approval ratings have plunged as prices for everyday goods in the U.S. have soared.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
House passes domestic terrorism bill after Buffalo shooting
Supporters of the bill say it will fill the gaps in intelligence-sharing among the Justice Department, Department of Homeland Security and the FBI.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
New ‘disinformation’ board paused amid free speech questions
While the Disinformation Governance Board has not formally been shuttered, it will be reviewed by members of a Department of Homeland Security advisory council that’s expected to make recommendations in 75 days.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Turkey gives mixed signals to U.S. on admitting Finland, Sweden to NATO
At stake for the United States and its NATO partners is an opportunity to respond to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine by strengthening and expanding the alliance.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Takeaways: Election denier wins, bad behavior dooms U.S. Rep. Madison Cawthorn
In a key congressional race, a congressman’s bad behavior finally caught up with him, and in the Pennsylvania governor’s race, a Trump-backed candidate who has spread lies about the 2020 vote count won the Republican nomination.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Politics
Ad wars begin in Maine governor’s race
The Maine Republican Party’s first TV ad criticizes Gov. Janet Mills’ administration for its approach to LGBTQ issues in kindergarten classrooms.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
Pennsylvania, North Carolina hold key primary elections
Tuesday’s contests could ultimately determine how competitive the general election will be this fall, when control of Congress, governors’ mansions and key elections posts are up for grabs.
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Senate advances $40 billion Ukraine aid bill with wide support
The bill includes $19.7 billion for the Defense Department, more than $3 billion above the level asked for by the Biden administration.