The conspiracy theorist and founder of the right-wing media group Infowars cites a ‘medication imbalance.’
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Russia blocks website of group that tracks political arrests
It’s the latest move in a monthslong crackdown on independent media and human rights organizations.
Bidens mark Christmas with calls to service members
They planned a relatively quiet holiday at the White House with family.
Jan. 6 panel seeks interview with Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan
The request is the second by the House committee this week, as they go after two of their own.
Biden vows he, Manchin will ‘get something done’ on $2 trillion bill
The president says he thinks there’s still a possibility, but the West Virginia senator said Monday the bill has too much government spending without enough restrictions on incomes or work requirements.
After COVID-19 nearly killed him, Mike Perkins drops out of Republican primary
Four contenders are vying for Republican backing in Maine’s 2nd District primary for the right to face Rep. Jared Golden next year.
Republican Rep. Scott Perry refuses Jan. 6 panel’s request for interview
The letter is the first time the panel has released a request to a member of Congress as the members inquire about the details of Perry and other congressional Republicans who met with Trump before the Capitol attack.
Pentagon issues rules aimed at stopping rise of extremism in ranks
The new guidelines come nearly a year after some current and former service members participated in the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Jan. 6 panel seeks interview, records from Republican Rep. Scott Perry
Perry allegedly pushed the Justice Department to overturn the election and met with the president before the attack.
Democrats will try to rebuild after Manchin tanks $2 trillion package
But the next steps remain highly uncertain for the president and his party.