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Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday, is gaining awareness
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WASHINGTON (NPR) — Americans have been celebrating Juneteenth this weekend, the third year since the holiday was given federal status by President Biden in 2021. The date commemorates the fall… Read More
Biden moves to revoke Russia’s trade relations status amid war in Ukraine
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Updated March 11, 2022 at 11:10 AM ET WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — President Biden on Friday announced that he will work with Congress on legislation to revoke Russia’s permanent normal… Read More
Biden wants more COVID relief funds. The GOP wants to know where previous relief went
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — The White House has asked Congress to approve an additional $22.5 billion to support the nation’s pandemic response. But Republicans in the deeply divided Senate have… Read More
Biden calls for changes to the Senate’s filibuster to pass voting rights bills
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Updated January 11, 2022 at 6:40 PM ET WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — President Biden on Tuesday delivered a fiery speech on what he called “the battle for the soul of… Read More
Biden Tells Congress ‘America Is On The Move Again’
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“After just 100 days, I can report to the nation: America is on the move again,” President Biden said in his remarks to lawmakers.
White House Proposes $1.8 Trillion Plan For Children And Families
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The American Families Plan would expand free public education and make child care more affordable. The White House wants to pay for the measure by raising taxes on the country’s richest.
Biden Celebrates ‘Triumph’ Of Democracy In Inaugural Address
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President Biden on Wednesday spoke to bringing the nation together in his first remarks as president of the United States.
‘We Will Not Bow To Lawlessness’: Congress Returns After Rioters Breach U.S. Capitol
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Members of Congress returned to the floor after pro-Trump extremists stormed the Capitol and halted certification proceedings.
Debate Commission To Mute Candidates’ Mics At Start Of Each Segment
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This decision comes after a chaotic first debate that was widely criticized for its largely unstructured nature. President Trump and Democratic nominee Joe Biden are set to face off on Thursday.
Trump Rails Against ‘Fauci And These Idiots’ In Campaign Call
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The president’s remarks came during a call intended to discuss strategy for the Nov. 3 election.
Trump To Speak At White House Saturday, 1st Public Event Since COVID-19 Diagnosis
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The White House said Friday it would give an update when the president tests negative and is cleared by his medical team. His doctor said Thursday he expected Trump would be good to go by the weekend.
Trump, Biden To Commemorate 19th Anniversary Of Sept. 11 Attacks
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Both presidential candidates are expected to attend a small ceremony in Shanksville, Pa., near one of the crash sites.
Trump Blames Demonstrations For Coronavirus Surge
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The president took to the briefing room podium for the second time this week, without being joined by members of the White House coronavirus task force.
In Reversal, Trump Urges Mask Use, Warns Coronavirus Pandemic Will Get Worse
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The solo briefing came as cases of COVID-19 continue to surge in hot spots across the country.
Trump To Restart Political Rallies This Month Despite Coronavirus Pandemic
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“The rallies will be tremendous,” a campaign manager said. “You’ll again see the kind of crowds and enthusiasm that Sleepy Joe Biden can only dream of.”
Trump Says He’ll Deploy Military To States If They Don’t Stop Violent Protests
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President Trump labeled violence that has accompanied many protests against police killings of black people as “acts of domestic terror.”
Burr To Step Down As Intelligence Chairman During Probe Of Stock Sell-Off
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Sen. Richard Burr, R-N.C., is stepping aside during the Justice Department’s investigation, Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said in a statement on Thursday.
White House Denies Congressional Request For Dr. Anthony Fauci’s Testimony
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Updated at 12:21 p.m. on May 2 The White House will not allow the leading immunologist on the coronavirus task force to testify to Congress next week, calling the request… Read More