He’s also brought badly needed diversity to the nation’s federal courts. He may have to play hardball with Republicans to keep this up.
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The Unapologetic Abortion Storyteller
Renee Bracey Sherman spoke to HuffPost about the power of telling your abortion story and the racist roots of the anti-abortion movement.
Biden To Announce 500 Million Free COVID-19 Tests To Be Delivered As Omicron Wave Rises
U.S. households will be able to request at-home rapid coronavirus tests through a website and have them shipped free by the Postal Service.
Democrats Try To ‘Build Back’ After Manchin Tanks $2 Trillion Bill
Democrats are scrambling to pick up the pieces after the West Virginia Democrat effectively tanked the initiative.
Marjorie Taylor Greene Uses Racial Slur To Tout Diversity Of GOP
The Georgia Republican used the term “yellow people” while refuting accusations her party is racist.
Jan. 6 Committee Seeks First Interview With Sitting Member Of Congress
The panel investigating the Capitol insurrection has requested an interview with Rep. Scott Perry, a Republican from Pennsylvania.
Pentagon Issues Rules Aimed At Stopping Rise Of Extremism In Military
The new guidelines come nearly a year after some current and former service members participated in the riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Top Progressive Tells Off Joe Manchin In Testy Phone Call
“That lack of integrity is stunning in a town where people say the only thing that you have is your word,” Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-Wash.) said she told Manchin.
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan Tests Positive For Coronavirus
The governor said he said he has been vaccinated, including a booster shot, and is feeling fine.
EPA Reverses Trump’s Fuel Mileage Rules On New Cars
The new rule is a climate win, requiring cars and light-duty trucks to average at least 55 miles per gallon by 2026.