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Biden’s ‘no-fail mission’: preventing the next pandemic

WASHINGTON – In a White House consumed by the coronavirus pandemic, one of the president’s less visible advisers is driven by the fear that the next outbreak could be even worse.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 12, 2021

The Democrats’ dilemma: Deal with Mitch McConnell or ditch him?

Sen. Cory Booker of New Jersey still believes that bipartisanship is possible, so much so that he’s reached out to an unlikely partner on legislation: Mitch McConnell.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 12, 2021

The first second gentleman: Doug Emhoff, husband of Kamala Harris, breaks new ground

WASHINGTON — It’s an unpaid position, but Doug Emhoff, husband of Vice President Kamala Harris, says he is approaching the role of being the first second gentleman like a full-time job.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 12, 2021

Looking for a COVID-19 vaccine? This site can help find spares — but you’ll need patience

In an attempt to rid Americans of the tedious task of refreshing websites for hours on end, a team of 21 medical advisers, technology experts and business people are running a site that matches COVID-19 vaccine providers with leftover doses to people who want one.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 9, 2021

COVID-19 is forcing women out of work. Can Biden help them get back on the job?

WASHINGTON — So many women have dropped out of the workforce during the pandemic that the Biden administration has said it is an emergency and warned of a setback so severe that it could stand in the way of a full economic recovery.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 9, 2021

Can a pill help fight COVID-19? Early study results suggest it’s possible

A potential new treatment for COVID-19 still undergoing study cleared non-hospitalized coronavirus patients who had symptoms of infection faster than in patients who received a placebo, according to preliminary results newly released.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 8, 2021

Seeking to unite a fractured party, Republicans seize on Biden’s immigration agenda

WASHINGTON — Republicans are gearing up for a looming fight over immigration, a volatile issue the party believes can help unite its fractured base.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 6, 2021

Will California voters care about closed schools in 2022? Republicans are betting on it

WASHINGTON — Republicans are looking to turn anger over California school closures during the coronavirus pandemic into a red wave for the 2022 congressional elections.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 6, 2021

US military’s defenses struck down 3 to 4 incoming rockets during Iraqi base attack

WASHINGTON — A U.S. artillery defensive system protecting U.S. and coalition forces at an Iraqi air base that came under attack this week struck down three or four incoming rockets before they hit, a defense official told McClatchy on Thursday.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 4, 2021

Older Black veterans getting COVID-19 vaccine at higher rate, VA figures show

WASHINGTON — Older Black veterans are taking the COVID-19 vaccine through the Department of Veterans Affairs medical system at a higher rate than white and Hispanic veterans in the same age group, which officials said was a result of early outreach efforts.

McClatchy Washington Bureau · Mar 3, 2021