Latest in Politics
Trump makes his official nomination for Supreme Court vacancy
On Saturday, President Donald Trump nominated federal appeals court judge Amy Coney Barrett as his pick for the Supreme Court, setting up a swift confirmation process promised by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell that could lead to her taking the seat held by the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg before the Nov. 3 election.
Latest in Politics
Trump makes his official nomination for Supreme Court vacancy
On Saturday, President Donald Trump nominated federal appeals court judge Amy Coney Barrett as his pick for the Supreme Court, setting up a swift confirmation process promised by Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell that could lead to her taking the seat held by the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg before the Nov. 3 election.
Judge Amy Coney Barrett – Mother, Originalist and Conservative Voice
WASHINGTON – In accepting President Donald Trump’s nomination Saturday for a seat on the Supreme Court, federal judge Amy Coney Barrett acknowledged the late Justice Antonin Scalia, for whom she clerked, solidifying the view that she is likely to emulate his view of...
Amash, the ex-Republican who tussled with Trump and the GOP, reflects on what’s next
There are few members of Congress as critical about Washington politics as Rep. Justin Amash, the Libertarian from Michigan. In the last year, he left the Republican Party, considered a run for president as the Libertarian candidate and on July 16 announced he would not seek reelection.
Latest in Environment
House hearing witnesses rip Trump administration for failing to act on climate change, emphasize importance of renewable energy
Witnesses at the House Committee on Oversight and Reform’s Subcommittee on Environment hearing criticized the Trump administration for its inaction on climate change, citing an unusual number and extremity of natural disasters in the United States.
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House hearing witnesses rip Trump administration for failing to act on climate change, emphasize importance of renewable energy
Witnesses at the House Committee on Oversight and Reform’s Subcommittee on Environment hearing criticized the Trump administration for its inaction on climate change, citing an unusual number and extremity of natural disasters in the United States.
Carbon dioxide removal is critical in next decade, experts tell Congress
Removing excess carbon dioxide from the atmosphere is a critical step in tamping down global temperature rise and meeting the Paris Agreement’s long-term temperature goal, energy experts told Congress on Tuesday.
Area farmers seek government aid to improve renewable energy use
Farmers in Albany and across the U.S. want to rely on renewable energy sources to earn more money and protect the environment, however, they don’t have the state or federal support needed to overcome the initial price and maintenance costs of the technology.
Latest in National Security
Park Police should wear body cameras, mother of man shot to death says
U.S. Park Police should be required to wear cameras or have them on their car dashboards, according to the mother of a man shot and killed by Park Police during a traffic stop.
Latest in National Security
Park Police should wear body cameras, mother of man shot to death says
U.S. Park Police should be required to wear cameras or have them on their car dashboards, according to the mother of a man shot and killed by Park Police during a traffic stop.
The House examines the roots of extremism, and hold Facebook and Twitter accountable
The Subcommittee on Consumer Protection and Commerce of the Committee on Energy and Commerce held a hearing to discuss how social platforms can be used by extremists and terrorists to spread their messages.
State Department’s workforce must look more like America, Democratic congressman says
A House oversight committee once again convened to review the State Department’s lack of workforce diversity.
Latest in Campaign 2020
The incumbent vs. the veteran: a breakdown of Florida’s district 12 congressional race
Bilirakis first served in the Florida legislature for eight years before heading to Congress in 2007. This year marks his 14th serving on Capitol Hill. Walker came from a self-described poor family and, like many in her family before her, joined the military out of high school. The candidates oppose each other on issues like health care and how they would best serve veterans.
Latest in Campaign 2020
Park Police should wear body cameras, mother of man shot to death says
U.S. Park Police should be required to wear cameras or have them on their car dashboards, according to the mother of a man shot and killed by Park Police during a traffic stop.
$1 million in election funding allocated to Hillsborough County may not be enough
Federal funds were sent to states to support a safe and sanitary election amid the pandemic. However, it might not be enough to cover the expenses in Hillsborough County, Florida. The Supervisor of Elections said his main concern is keeping everyone healthy.
Biden’s climate policy hits the sweet spot
Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden released a $2 trillion climate policy that outlines aggressive commitments to combat climate change. It’s the product of a joint task force between Biden and former primary rival Bernie Sanders.
Latest in Education
Betsy DeVos addresses HBCU board of advisors on funding for colleges amid COVID-19
WASHINGTON – Education Secretary Betsy DeVos said Wednesday that the Trump Administration is dedicated to providing funds to Historically Black Colleges and Universities amid the coronavirus pandemic. “The success of all students is a priority for this administration,...
In Chicago, debate around police-free schools rages on
Black Lives Matter activists have pushed to cut police funding, but they also are protesting the presence of police in schools. However, some experts and a school shooting survivor said this week that the officers are important in keeping schools safe.
As Frederick County public schools go remote, teachers work to support students facing homelessness
As Frederick County public schools begin remote learning amid concerns about COVID-19, students who may be facing housing insecurity have become harder to identify through a screen. This has led county teachers and local organizations to work in overdrive to increase their support to students who may not openly disclose the stressors going on at home.
Coronavirus
Frederick organizers urge local leaders for cash assistance amid COVID-19
Organizers in Frederick County, Maryland are urging local leaders to provide a cash assistance fund to support some of the community’s most vulnerable populations who have been falling through the cracks amid the pandemic. But the local government is also facing its fair share of financial strain, making it more difficult to provide new financial aid programs to address all the needs of its residents.
Lawmakers clash over protective measures for essential immigrant workers
WASHINGTON — In a country where nearly one-third of all doctors are foreign-born, immigrants have been at the center of the COVID-19 pandemic response. But the chairwoman of the House Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship said Wednesday that undocumented...
Activists demand senators focus on COVID-19 relief, not Supreme Court justice replacement
WASHINGTON —Just a few hours after the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s coffin was taken to the Supreme Court to lay in repose for two days, nearly 100 activists marched from the court to Republican headquarters to urge Senate Republicans to prioritize further...
Latest in Health
Lawmakers clash over protective measures for essential immigrant workers
WASHINGTON — In a country where nearly one-third of all doctors are foreign-born, immigrants have been at the center of the COVID-19 pandemic response. But the chairwoman of the House Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship said Wednesday that undocumented...
Activists demand senators focus on COVID-19 relief, not Supreme Court justice replacement
WASHINGTON —Just a few hours after the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s coffin was taken to the Supreme Court to lay in repose for two days, nearly 100 activists marched from the court to Republican headquarters to urge Senate Republicans to prioritize further...
Health Care Experts Testify on Vaccines and Guidelines to Curb COVID-19
WASHINGTON – The head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Wednesday that nine out of 10 Americans are still susceptible to the virus and reiterated a 2021 timeline for widespread distribution of a proven vaccine. "A majority of our nation, more than...
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