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Who were some of the attendees at Saturday’s “Million MAGA March?”
Thousands of protesters flooded Washington this weekend, especially around the Capitol and Supreme Court, to support President Donald Trump and his refusal to acknowledge defeat in the 2020 presidential election.
Latest in Election
Who were some of the attendees at Saturday’s “Million MAGA March?”
Thousands of protesters flooded Washington this weekend, especially around the Capitol and Supreme Court, to support President Donald Trump and his refusal to acknowledge defeat in the 2020 presidential election.
Businesses in D.C. board up, adding ‘Black Lives Matter’ signs ahead of potential unrest in the city
In anticipation of election-related unrest, businesses in Washington added security precautions, such as plywood boards and fencing, to their storefronts. Many businesses also added ‘Black Lives Matter’ signs, in what some see as an attempt to discourage vandalism.
Trump litigation has “no legal merit” experts say
President Trump has launched multiple lawsuits alleging widespread voter fraud in the 2020 election, but legal experts say the claims are baseless.
Latest in Health
FDA Scientists Offer Insights on Most Effective Masks
Scientists with the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday said they have been testing different types of masks to see which are most effective in controlling the spread of COVID-19.
Latest in Health
FDA Scientists Offer Insights on Most Effective Masks
Scientists with the Food and Drug Administration on Thursday said they have been testing different types of masks to see which are most effective in controlling the spread of COVID-19.
New Law Extends VA Mental Health Counseling to More Guard and Reserve Members
President Donald Trump has signed into law a pair of bills to help prevent suicides among veterans.
Pelosi “Optimistic” On Stimulus Deal Before Election Day; Obstacles Remain
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said Thursday that Democrats and the White House are close to a deal that would provide relief to Americans hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic.
Latest in National Security
China’s new Five-Year Plan projected to focus on security
Amid intensifying geopolitical tensions with the United States, China is expected to heavily emphasize national security and, to a lesser degree, technology independence
Latest in National Security
China’s new Five-Year Plan projected to focus on security
Amid intensifying geopolitical tensions with the United States, China is expected to heavily emphasize national security and, to a lesser degree, technology independence
McCabe denies any wrongdoing during hearing on Crossfire Hurricane
Former deputy FBI director Andrew McCabe testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee concerning the review of the FBI Russia investigation.
VA Falls Short on Providing Specific Health Care to LGBT Veterans, GAO Report Finds
The Department of Veteran Affairs can’t systematically analyze the health of LGBT veterans because it doesn’t consistently collect data on sexual orientation or self-identified gender identity, according to a recent report by the Government Accountability Office.
Latest in Social Justice
MPD takes to Twitter to condemn a criminal justice reform bill up for review on Monday in D.C. Council
On Wednesday afternoon the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department took to Twitter to oppose the Second Look Amendment Act. The legislation, which is scheduled for markup in D.C. Council on Monday, would offer some individuals who were given extreme sentences as youth a chance at a reduced sentence or early release.
Latest in Social Justice
MPD takes to Twitter to condemn a criminal justice reform bill up for review on Monday in D.C. Council
On Wednesday afternoon the D.C. Metropolitan Police Department took to Twitter to oppose the Second Look Amendment Act. The legislation, which is scheduled for markup in D.C. Council on Monday, would offer some individuals who were given extreme sentences as youth a chance at a reduced sentence or early release.
Paid for by the people: how Venmo, CashApp and GoFundMe are changing digital activism
Activists have taken to social media to organize and mobilize the ensuing racial justice movement like never before. Accessibility and immediacy of apps like Instagram and Twitter have enabled people to connect during a time when the nation has – literally – never been so distant.
A generation of scholars potentially at risk
With a return to in-person instruction not in sight soon for D.C. public schools, there are concerns surrounding the effects remote education on students in low-income neighborhoods due to lack of resources and parental support.
Latest in Education
Harris’ election represents firsts for many, continued service for others
As a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. – the first Greek-letter organization for Black women – vice president-elect Kamala Harris’ win last month brought much attention to the National Panhellenic Council (NPHC), but civic engagement for these organizations has always been a priority.
A generation of scholars potentially at risk
With a return to in-person instruction not in sight soon for D.C. public schools, there are concerns surrounding the effects remote education on students in low-income neighborhoods due to lack of resources and parental support.
As pandemic magnifies inequities for English learners, educators try not to leave them behind
Educators nationwide who have been forced to teach online because of the pandemic are finding new ways to connect with students learning English for the first time, a group that’s particularly difficult to reach with online instruction.
Latest in Immigration
Immigration advocates cautiously optimistic about Biden immigration promises
President-elect Joe Biden has vowed to reverse four years of President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdowns, but that may take a while even if he uses executive orders to undo Trump’s executive orders.
Civic initiatives helped Latino turnout hit highest number ever
This year, at least 8.2 million Latino voters cast their ballots ahead of Election Day. Civic initiatives took a part in that.
In one of Virginia’s most diverse counties, immigrants are on the electoral frontlines
In one of Virginia’s most diverse counties, some conservative-leaning Vietnamese Americans are on the frontlines of the Trump campaign.
Latest in Environment
Biden can use executive powers to act on climate change, with or without Congress
President-elect Joe Biden has committed to address the climate crisis as soon as he takes office, but he may need to get creative to tackle the environmental emergency if the Senate remains in Republican control.
Vulnerable communities on the coast need more access to federal grants to combat climate change, according to experts
WASHINGTON- The federal government’s grant programs are failing coastal communities of color that are the most hurt by climate change, like Native Americans or Puerto Ricans, witnesses at a House oceans subcommittee hearing said Thursday. “The communities who are...
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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