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Biden says the 3 aerial objects shot down were not Chinese spy balloons
Thursday, February 16, 2023
In remarks Thursday, President Biden said the three aerial objects shot down by U.S. military were most likely tied to private companies, recreation or research institutions.
Black farmers call for justice from the USDA
Sunday, February 12, 2023
Decades after a major lawsuit against the USDA, Black farmers still face inequality. They say not all settlements from the case made it into their hands, which has exacerbated debt and other problems.
FBI finds an additional classified document during 'consensual' search of Pence's home
Friday, February 10, 2023
Mike Pence's home was searched with consent from the former vice president's team. This comes after Pence reported classified documents in his possession.
Republican State of the Union rebuttals differed in more than just language
Thursday, February 09, 2023
Republican rebuttals to President Biden's speech were not only given in different languages but touched on different GOP priorities and addressed varied concerns to each separate audience.
The USDA wants to limit added sugars and sodium in school meals
Friday, February 03, 2023
The new standards, if implemented, would limit added sugars and sodium and emphasize whole-grain and domestically-produced products.
Sarah Huckabee Sanders will give the Republican response to the State of the Union
Thursday, February 02, 2023
Sanders was elected the governor of Arkansas in November. But she is not new to politics. She served as press secretary to President Trump and is the daughter of former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee.
Congress gears up for another farm bill. Here's what's on the menu
Thursday, February 02, 2023
Climate, food stamps, broadband and research dollars are all on the line as negotiations kick off for the 2023 farm bill.
The U.S. farm bill is up for renewal this year. Here's what's at stake
Saturday, January 28, 2023
The U.S. farm bill is up for renewal this year. It's a sweeping piece of legislation that contains provisions for food stamps, disaster aid, as well as agricultural subsidies.
With an eye on working families, Democrats launch the Congressional Dads Caucus
Saturday, January 28, 2023
A group of Democrats formed the Dads Caucus in the House, hoping to advocate for key democratic policies such as the expanded child tax credit and paid family leave.
Farmworkers brace for more time in the shadows after latest effort fails in Congress
Wednesday, December 28, 2022
A legalization path for farmworkers failed to pass this month and faces an even steeper climb in a Republican-controlled House in the next Congress.
Zelenskyy and Biden emphasize their partnership ahead of congressional address
Tuesday, December 20, 2022
Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting Washington to meet with President Biden and Congress on Wednesday. The trip comes as lawmakers are debating billions more in aid for Ukraine.
Defense bill includes funds to improve military housing, repair training facilities
Tuesday, December 13, 2022
The annual defense bill up for a vote in the Senate addresses housing, pay and other quality of life issues for military members. It also drops a COVID-19 vaccination mandate.
The stalemate between railroads and their unions could be coming to an end
Friday, December 02, 2022
President Biden is expected to sign a bill forcing the railroad unions to accept an agreement negotiated months ago — putting an end to a years-long bargaining process.
Senate passes railroad legislation to prevent a strike
Thursday, December 01, 2022
The Senate has approved a measure meant to avert a railroad strike in eight days — without the paid sick days rail workers have been asking for.
After the House votes to avert a rail strike, the bill heads to the Senate
Thursday, December 01, 2022
Members of the House passed legislation aimed at preventing a railroad strike, which could have devastating economic consequences. But the effort faces hurdles.
Biden and Macron will hold a joint press conference as part of a state visit
Thursday, December 01, 2022
President Biden will host a joint press conference with Emmanuel Macron on Thursday as a part of the French president's three-day state visit.
Congress votes in favor of a measure that forces rail unions to accept a contract
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Congress voted in favor of a measure that forces rail unions to accept a contract negotiated in September and makes a rail worker strike illegal.
The House has voted to avert a rail strike. Now the bill heads to the Senate
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
The House cleared an effort that would force unions to accept the tentative agreement between railroad managers and their workers, and make a potential imminent strike illegal.
Lawmakers in Congress take on same-sex marriage and a potential rail strike
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
Lawmakers in Congress have a busy week. The Senate passed a bill to protect same-sex marriage rights, while the House is preparing to block an impending railroad strike.
Senate passes bill to protect same-sex marriages
Tuesday, November 29, 2022
The Senate has approved a bill to codify federal protections for same-sex and interracial marriages by a 61-36 vote. It now heads back to the House where it is expected to be passed quickly.