#Federal court hears first oral arguments in legal battle over Medicare negotiation

#Federal court hears first oral arguments in legal battle over Medicare negotiation

The Southern District Court of Ohio on Friday heard oral arguments from the federal government and the Chamber of Commerce in the latter’s lawsuit challenging the Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program, with both sides rehashing long-held assertions. The Chamber has requested that the Medicare negotiation program be blocked from operating, with the organization asking for…

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#Ashton Kutcher steps down from anti-child sex abuse group after Danny Masterson pushback

#Ashton Kutcher steps down from anti-child sex abuse group after Danny Masterson pushback

Ashton Kutcher, co-founder of Thorn – a technology company protecting children from sexual abuse – announced Friday he would resign from the organization’s board amid backlash he received for supporting former co-star and convicted rapist Danny Masterson.  “This decision is rooted in the recognition of recent events and ensuring Thorn remains focused on its mission:…

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#Republicans push Schumer to vote on top generals amid Tuberville hold

#Republicans push Schumer to vote on top generals amid Tuberville hold

Senate Republicans are pressuring Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) to vote on some of President Biden’s top military nominations amid Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s (R-Al.) hold, which is blocking Senate leadership from moving nominations and promotions in expedited package votes. GOP senators pushed for targeted voted during a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Tuesday…

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#Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola’s husband dies in plane crash 

#Alaska Rep. Mary Peltola’s husband dies in plane crash 

Rep. Mary Peltola’s (D-Alaska) husband has died in a plane accident in Alaska, her chief of staff announced on Wednesday.  “We are devastated to share that Mary’s Husband, Eugene Peltola Jr.—‘Buzzy’ to all of us who knew and loved him—passed away earlier this morning following a plane accident in Alaska,” Peltola chief of staff Anton McParland said…

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