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Editorial: On Biden’s promise to appoint the first Black woman to the Supreme Court: It’s about time

President Joe Biden had an opportunity last week to wriggle out of his campaign promise to appoint a Black woman to the U.S. Supreme Court. Standing alongside Justice Stephen G. Breyer, who announced his plan to retire at the end of the current court session in June, Biden said he…

Los Angeles Times

‘Every street has its own problem’: majority Black city sees hope after years of sewage crisis

Mount Vernon, New York has a long history of sewage problems, but $10m in grant funding and Biden’s infrastructure package may bring relief

The Guardian - US

Washington Commends SDF Role in Ending ISIS’ Assault in Syria’s Hasakah

US President Joe Biden’s administration praised the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) and their role in taking control of the Hasakah prison in northeastern Syria. This comes following ISIS attacks that promoted the US to launch airstrikes to support the SDF during the battles that left over 490 dead. US…

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Economy and Society: ESG-related opposition to Federal Reserve nominee

Economy and Society is Ballotpedia’s weekly review of the developments in corporate activism; corporate political engagement; and the Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) trends and events that characterize the growing intersection between business and politics.

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US President, Emir of Qatar Discuss Regional Security, Afghanistan

US President Joe Biden received on Monday the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, at the White House. At the beginning of the meeting, Biden thanked Sheikh Tamim for Doha's support in the evacuation efforts of US troops and allied forces from Afghanistan, describing Qatar as a…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Biden may visit Japan in latter half of May

The Japanese and U.S. governments have begun making arrangements for Joe Biden's first visit to Japan as U.S. president, possibly in the latter half of May, according to sources.

The Japan News/Yomiuri

Possible Breakthrough Could Release US Detainees in Iran

While the Biden administration is showing great reservation when it comes to disclosing details on US dual nationals held hostage in Iranian prisons, reports indicate that Qatari mediation could conclude a deal for their release in exchange for $10 billion that Iran would get from funds frozen in South Korea,…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Blinken Discusses Palestinian Authority Reform with Mahmoud Abbas

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken discussed the need for reform in the Palestinian Authority in a phone call on Monday with President Mahmoud Abbas in a further step to strengthen bilateral relations, the State Department said. President Joe Biden has sought to repair ties weakened when his predecessor, President…

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Ted Cruz calls Biden pledge to put Black woman on Supreme Court ‘offensive’

WASHINGTON – Sen. Ted Cruz, calling it “offensive” that President Joe Biden has promised to choose a Black woman for a new Supreme Court vacancy, speculated that Vice President Kamala Harris might get the nod because Democrats want her out of office so badly.

Tribune News Service

1 year after coup, US will slap new sanctions on Myanmar

The US issued fresh sanctions against people and entities linked to Myanmar’s military that seized control of the government a year ago, with President Joe Biden warning “further costs” will be imposed as long as the junta doesn’t hold elections.

Bangkok Post

U.S. weighs more troops to eastern Europe beyond 8,500 on alert

The Pentagon said on Monday it is in active discussions with Eastern European allies about possible U.S. troop deployments to NATO's eastern flank, as Washington moves to reassure jittery NATO allies in the face of a Russian military buildup near Ukraine.

Reuters

Baldwin, Moore request probe of Palestinian-American's death

Two members of Wisconsin's congressional delegation are asking the Biden administration to investigate the death of a former Milwaukee resident in the West Bank

The Independent UK

Justice Department must be aggressive to defend voting rights

The DOJ must use its authority to challenge discriminatory reforms immediately, before the election. The new obstacles must be exposed as the insult that they are, and used to motivate even more people to vote.

Chicago Sun-Times

All-out effort to keep Biden COVID-free; no 'normal' yet

You can see it in the masks, in the seating charts and even in the distribution of water glasses at the White House

The Independent UK

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Youngkin, Justice seek relief from health worker vax rule

The Republican governors of Virginia and West Virginia are asking the Biden administration for a limited waiver to the federal vaccine mandate for health care workers

The Independent UK

Tesla fans complain Biden ignores company's EV leadership

Some of Tesla’s loyal band of devotees and CEO Elon Musk say the White House has been unfairly snubbing America’s top-selling electric vehicle brand in its support for EVs as a way to help fight climate change — and they’re making their discontent known

Los Angeles Times

Silicon Valley Rep. Ro Khanna lays out progressives' next steps

WASHINGTON — As House members return to Washington on Tuesday after a weeklong recess, progressives are looking toward how to recover from recent defeats.

Tribune News Service

Biden vows support after UAE intercepts latest incoming missile

WASHINGTON — U.S. President Joe Biden pledged support for the United Arab Emirates after it intercepted a ballistic missile fired by Yemeni fighters during a visit by Israel’s president, the third attack in a month on the Middle East’s financial hub.

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US will designate Qatar as major non-NATO ally, Biden tells emir

During White House meeting with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim, Joe Biden calls Qatar a ‘good friend and reliable partner’.

Reuters

U.S. returning some Venezuelans caught at border to Colombia under COVID order

The United States is returning some Venezuelans caught crossing the U.S.-Mexico border to Colombia if they previously resided in that country, U.S. officials confirmed on Monday, citing the need to limit the spread of COVID-19.

Tribune News Service

Ted Cruz says Joe Biden may name VP Kamala Harris to Supreme Court ‘to get her out of the White House’

The Independent UK

White House: No 'gaming the system' on Supreme Court pick

The White House says President Joe Biden will meet with Senate Judiciary Committee leaders on Tuesday to discuss the upcoming U.S. Supreme Court vacancy and the president’s promise to nominate a Black woman to the high court

The Independent UK

Jen Psaki says criticism from Fox News on crime levels has ‘no basis’ in reality

White House fires back at characterisation of Biden as ‘soft on crime’

The New Daily

US faces off with Russia over Ukraine crisis

After the UN Security Council met to discuss Ukraine, US President Joe Biden warned Russia faced "swift and severe consequences" if it avoided diplomacy.

The Hindu

The mind and the state of Russia’s President

In a sense, Putin is seeking to rewrite history, with an attempt to push NATO back and restore Russian stature

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