#Biden gets to know new partner in House in Hakeem Jeffries

#Biden gets to know new partner in House in Hakeem Jeffries

Biden gets to know new partner in House in Hakeem Jeffries President Biden last week marked the beginning of his working relationship with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, whom he’ll have to rely on when it comes to Republican threats of spending cuts and a showdown over the country’s debt ceiling.  The new Democratic leader’s…

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#Classified documents fiasco leaves lawmakers shaking heads: What happened? 

#Classified documents fiasco leaves lawmakers shaking heads: What happened? 

Classified documents fiasco leaves lawmakers shaking heads: What happened?  The discovery of classified documents at the homes of three top elected U.S. officials has left many lawmakers and former government workers shaking their heads and wondering how the country has ended up in this situation. Authorities found dozens of classified materials at former President Trump’s…

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#What recession? Inflation, GDP offer hope for ‘soft landing’

#What recession? Inflation, GDP offer hope for ‘soft landing’

What recession? Inflation, GDP offer hope for ‘soft landing’ Perhaps a 2023 recession can be avoided after all. Consistently falling prices alongside a stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) and next week’s anticipated less aggressive interest rate hike from the Federal Reserve are changing economists’ tune and renewing hopes about the overall health of the…

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#Lawmakers condemn ‘brutal and violent killing’ of Tyre Nichols, call for justice after video of arrest released

#Lawmakers condemn ‘brutal and violent killing’ of Tyre Nichols, call for justice after video of arrest released

Lawmakers condemn ‘brutal and violent killing’ of Tyre Nichols, call for justice after video of arrest released Editor’s Note: This story has been updated to clarify that Rep. James Clyburn (D-S.C.) is a member of the House. Lawmakers condemned the “brutal and violent killing” of Tyre Nichols on Friday night, after Memphis authorities released graphic…

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#McDaniel wins reelection as RNC chair in contentious election

#McDaniel wins reelection as RNC chair in contentious election

McDaniel wins reelection as RNC chair in contentious election Ronna McDaniel won a fourth term to head the Republican National Committee (RNC) during a secret ballot vote by members on Friday, capping off a contentious election spurred by calls within the party for new leadership. McDaniel fended off two challengers — California attorney Harmeet Dhillon…

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