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The New York Times - Top stories
Pro-Palestinian Groups Seek to Thwart Josh Shapiro’s Chances for Harris’s V.P.
Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania, an observant Jew, is seen as bringing plenty of upsides to the Democratic ticket. But some worry about setting off opposition to the Democratic ticket from pro-Palestinian demonstrators.2 days ago -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Congress Tries to Protect Children Online
The Kids Online Safety Act empowers parents but, alas, also unleashes regulators.4 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Congress is threatening a car industry success that strengthens America
Striking down EPA’s ‘clean car’ standards would be costly to Americans’ savings and health.12 hr ago -
The New York Times - World
Aides in Congress Create Dissent Channel to Protest Support for Israel
An anonymous group of junior staff members has modeled its effort on an internal State Department messaging system, hoping to create an outlet for calls for a cease-fire in the war in Gaza.5 days ago - Israel -
CBS News - Top stories
Could Biden's Supreme Court reforms make it through Congress?
President Biden has proposed major reforms to the Supreme Court, including term limits for justices and an enforceable code of conduct. The administration also proposed a constitutional amendment that dictates there is no immunity for crimes a ...5 days ago - Joe Biden -
The Hill - Politics
McConnell: Biden’s Supreme Court reforms 'dead on arrival' in Congress
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) said Tuesday that President Biden’s proposed term limits for Supreme Court justices are “unconstitutional” and will be “dead on arrival” in Congress. McConnell, one of the Supreme Court’s most ardent ...4 days ago - Joe Biden -
CBS News - Top stories
Congress reacts to U.S.-Russia prisoner swap that includes Gershkovich, Whelan
Reaction is coming in from lawmakers on Capitol Hill about the major U.S.-Russia prisoner swap taking place Thursday that will free Americans Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan and others. CBS News congressional correspondent Scott MacFarlane has more.2 days ago - Russia -
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NBC News - Top stories
Tim Walz has friends in Congress. They say his political chops could help Harris as VP.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's relationships in Congress and history of winning tough races could make him an ideal vice presidential pick for Kamala Harris, allies say.4 days ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Businesses and families want these tax breaks. Congress might not deliver until at least next year.
A $78 billion tax bill is coming before the Senate this week, with the first procedural vote scheduled for Thursday at 1:45 p.m. Although the bill passed in the House of Representatives in a 357-70 vote in January, experts caution that it may not ...2 days ago -
ABC News - Top stories
Harris will eulogize longtime US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, among Congress’ most prominent Black women
Vice President Kamala Harris will deliver a eulogy for U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee at a North Houston church as days of memorials for the longtime Democratic lawmaker draw to a close2 days ago