Rep. Jamaal Bowman’s (D-NY) feedback defies tradition. For decades, the president’s opposing party pre-writes a text replying to the leader’s speech. The rebuttal typically highlights […]
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Biden Unveils Sweeping $2 Trillion Infrastructure Plan
The President unveiled his sweeping plan to improve roads, clean water, and internet access during a speech in Pittsburgh Wednesday. What We Know: NBC reported […]
Postal Banking, Alcohol Delivery Could Save the U.S. Postal Service, Experts Say
The proposed changes could generate billions of dollars of new revenue for a postal service that’s struggling to make money. What We Know: Members of […]
21 Republican-Led States Sue Biden Over Keystone XL Rejection
The coalition of states led by Texas and Montana sued in court Wednesday to overrule Biden’s rejection of the oil pipeline on his first day […]
Congress Passes $1.9T Covid Relief Bill, With $1,400 Checks, in Major Win for Biden
The long awaited bill will extend unemployment benefits, increase funding for schools, and boost vaccine distribution, with president Biden set to sign it into law […]
GOP Opposition Not Enough for Voting Rights Bill Passing
On Wednesday, the House Democrats passed a voting and ethical legislation that had a sweeping 220-210 vote despite unanimous opposition from the Republican party. What […]
Democrats Push $15 Minimum Wage Bill
Democratic lawmakers have introduced a bill to increase the minimum wage by 2025. What We Know: On Tuesday, Senate Budget Committee Chairman Bernie Sanders, alongside […]
Democrats Win Senate Control with Two Georgia Victories
Democrats take control of the Senate after two Georgia wins. What We Know: Democrats took control of Congress for the first time since 2011, now […]
US Capitol Secured, 4 Dead After Rioters Stormed the Halls of Congress to Block Biden’s Win
A mob of President Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol leaving four dead. What We Know: Yesterday at around 1 p.m., hundreds of pro-Trump protesters […]
Congress has Reached a Deal for a $900 Billion Stimulus Package
After months of delays and lacking compromise, congress has reached a $900B deal on a stimulus package and COVID relief. What We Know: House Speaker […]