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President Joe Biden pardons thousands for ‘simple possession’ of marijuana

He’s also calling on governors to issue similar pardons for those convicted of state marijuana offenses.

Chicago Sun-Times

U.S. announces new sanctions on Iran, even as it seeks a new nuclear deal

Thursday's announcement of new U.S. sanctions follows pressure from activists for the U.S. to support the protests, following the death of Mahsa Amini in custody of Iran's so-called morality police.

WEKU

Biden to pardon everyone convicted on federal marijuana possession charges

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden announced Thursday that he will pardon all individuals convicted on federal marijuana possession charges, a move that the White House estimated would affect more than 6,500 people.

Los Angeles Times

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Biden announces mass pardon for low-level marijuana convictions, slamming ‘failed approach’ to drug war

Move marks boldest federal step towards decriminalisation

The Independent UK

Biden to pardon all federal convictions of simple marijuana possession

"As I’ve said before, no one should be in jail just for using or possessing marijuana," Biden said.

Axios

Biden pardons thousands for 'simple possession' of marijuana

President Joe Biden is pardoning thousands of Americans convicted of “simple possession” of marijuana, as his administration takes a dramatic step toward decriminalizing the drug and addressing charging practices that disproportionately impact people of color

The Independent UK

Immigration will vex Biden no matter who controls Congress

President Joe Biden says he is committed to “fixing our immigration system for good."

The Independent UK

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US midterm elections: Five economic issues to watch

Inflation is on the minds of American voters as they head to the polls next month to decide who will control Congress.

Al Jazeera

Brittney Griner’s wife says Russia is holding WNBA star ‘hostage’

“Like, y’all don’t see the need to get me back home? Am I just nothing?” Griner reportedly asked her wife

The Independent UK

Ted Cruz warns DHS secretary he could be impeached over rise in migrant crossings

Cruz and Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, sent a letter to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas accusing him of “gross dereliction of duty.” Mayorkas has been a consistent target of conservative ire over immigration.

The Texas Tribune

At the Races: Crime and crude - Roll Call

The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.

Roll Call

US urges no more ‘flare ups’ from UK over Northern Ireland

European unity ‘is our north star’ says Department of State official, as protocol standoff appears to ease

The Guardian - UK

Hurricane Ian: residents return to battered homes as death toll rises

Ian is the second-deadliest storm to strike the US in the 21st century

The Guardian - US

What are the US midterm elections and who’s running?

Joe Biden’s name won’t be on ballots, but this year’s midterms on 8 November will be voters’ first opportunity to render a verdict on his presidency

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Al Jazeera

US ‘Dreamers’ demand action as court ruling fuels uncertainty

Dozens rally outside US Capitol after an appeals court upheld a decision that deemed DACA programme ‘unlawful’.

Salon

McConnell "never needed free lunch"

Why have an expanded Child Tax Credit and universal free school meals both been stymied by Republicans in Congress?

Roll Call

Biden's marijuana pardons limited, but spark legalization talk on Hill - Roll Call

President Joe Biden’s pardon for thousands of people convicted of possessing marijuana may have a limited impact on its own but pushes debate.

The Independent UK

US to begin screening travelers coming from Uganda for Ebola

The Biden administration says the United States will begin screening travelers coming from Uganda for Ebola as an additional precaution aimed at trying to prevent an outbreak in the African country from spreading

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Reuters

Seoul envoy disappointed Biden yet to appoint N.Korea rights counterpart

South Korea's ambassador on North Korean human rights expressed disappointment on Thursday that Joe Biden's administration had yet to appoint an envoy for the issue, despite the U.S. leader's vow to put rights at the center of his foreign policy.

The Texas Tribune

Federal judge curtails protections for LGBTQ workers, trans kids in response to Texas lawsuit

Ruling in a suit brought by Texas, U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk vacated guidance on gender-affirming care for children and pronouns, dress and bathroom protections for LGBTQ workers.

Reuters

U.S. sanctions Iranian officials over protest crackdown

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on seven Iranian officials over the shutdown of internet access and the crackdown on peaceful protesters following the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini in the custody of morality police.

Tribune News Service

Federal judge hands Texas a win in lawsuit over protections for gay, transgender workers

DALLAS — A federal judge in Texas has ruled that employment protections for gay and transgender workers do not extend to policies regarding dress codes, preferred pronouns or bathroom usage.

The Independent UK

Jan. 6 committee schedules next public hearing for Oct. 13

The House committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol has scheduled its next hearing for Oct. 13

The Independent UK

EXPLAINER: How will OPEC+ cuts affect oil prices, inflation?

Oil cartel OPEC and its allies are cutting production

Roll Call

Critic of Biden border policy in line to oversee DHS budget - Roll Call

Texas Rep. Henry Cuellar is poised to become top Democrat on Homeland Security appropriations next year, to the chagrin of progressives.

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