Collins helps sink Feinstein replacement Democrats can't advance Biden judge picks while Feinstein is recovering from shingles Salon · Apr 18, 2023
Democrats face obstacles in replacing Feinstein on panel Democrats’ efforts to temporarily replace California Sen. Dianne Feinstein on the Senate Judiciary Committee are meeting quick opposition from some Republicans The Independent UK · Apr 17, 2023
Legendary NBA Coach Blisters ‘Selfish’ Lawmakers After Nashville Tragedy The Spurs’ coach shouted in frustration when discussing recent statements by elected officials. Sports Illustrated · Apr 10, 2023
Nashville shooting victims honoured in sombre vigil Hundreds of people have gathered at a candlelight vigil in Nashville, Tennessee to mourn the three children and three adults who were killed in a shooting The New Daily · Mar 30, 2023
Nashville shooting unearths familiar partisan split on gun bills WASHINGTON — The shooting at a private school in Nashville has reignited a debate in Congress over American gun violence, but there’s still no clear line for lawmakers to pass further legislation on the issue. Tribune News Service · Mar 28, 2023
Nashville GOPer's gun-filled Xmas card GOP Rep. Andy Ogles offered “thoughts and prayers” but critics won't let him forget about viral photo Salon · Mar 28, 2023
New NCAA President Meets With Lawmakers on Next Steps for NIL Charlie Baker met with at least five U.S. senators, from both sides of the aisle, to begin discussions around national legislation for name, image and likeness. Sports Illustrated · Mar 17, 2023
Senate hears about legal fallout from Supreme Court gun decision WASHINGTON — Last year’s Supreme Court case that expanded Second Amendment rights has wreaked havoc on the nation’s gun control laws, witnesses told members of the Senate Judiciary Committee Wednesday. Tribune News Service · Mar 15, 2023
Senate hears about legal fallout from Supreme Court gun decision - Roll Call A Supreme Court decision that expanded gun rights has wreaked havoc on the nation’s gun control laws, witnesses told the Senate on Wednesday. Roll Call · Mar 15, 2023
Biden nominee was praised for helping free Kevin Strickland. It’s now being used against her KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kate Brubacher’s work to free Kevin Strickland from prison, overturning the longest known wrongful conviction in Missouri history, won her praise in Kansas City. But that work may be slowing down her confirmation to become the U.S. attorney for the District of Kansas. Tribune News Service · Feb 15, 2023
Senators talk about upping online safety for kids. This year they could do something During a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, lawmakers blasted tech companies that they said do little to keep kids safe from bullying, addiction and "rabbit holes of dangerous material." WEKU · Feb 14, 2023
Live Nation/Ticketmaster get bipartisan grilling in DC It was only a matter of time before a politician awkwardly quoted Taylor Swift at Tuesday morning’s Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on Ticketmaster, Live Nation and the U.S. ticketing market. Los Angeles Times · Jan 24, 2023
Essay: Martin Luther King Jr. Day should make you uncomfortable To become beloved, too often Black folks first have to die. And too often, even that isn’t enough. Los Angeles Times · Jan 19, 2023
LGBTQ, health groups see divide on digital protection bill WASHINGTON — Lobbyists are at odds over the possible inclusion of a bipartisan children’s digital protection bill in a year-end spending bill, sparking confusion between groups who often align on policy aims. Tribune News Service · Dec 13, 2022
Roll Call · Dec 12, 2022 LGBTQ, health groups see divide on digital protection bill - Roll Call The bill aims to regulate social media in a way designed to protect kids and reduce the risk of exacerbating mental health concerns.
Axios · Dec 1, 2022 Musk reignites debate over Apple's power Twitter owner's complaints about the App Store echo those by other business leaders and some lawmakers.
Salon · Nov 17, 2022 GOPers want "audit" over 2022 spending Senate Republicans erupt in "all-out war" after midterm collapse
Salon · Nov 2, 2022 Biden caved to GOP on election disinfo DHS pulled back on a comprehensive effort to address disinformation to help election workers
The Guardian - US · Oct 28, 2022 Senator Tom Cotton brags about ignoring Trump impeachment evidence New book by Arkansas senator, a Republican presidential hopeful, also suggests president did not understand military procedures
The Guardian - US · Oct 28, 2022 ‘I vote for chaos’: Twitter aflutter as users contemplate Musk era Some advise using the app’s filters to block haters while others rejoice at Trump’s possible second coming to the platform
The Independent UK · Sep 27, 2022 ‘Hypocrisy thy name is Maga’: Abortion opponent Blackburn ridiculed for tweet on women’s freedom in Iran Tennessee Sen Marsha Blackburn tweeted out that ‘Women in Iran should be able to wear what they want without the fear of being killed for it’
Asharq Al-Awsat · Sep 27, 2022 US Supports Iran Protests, Lawmakers Condemn Biden for Lack of Action US lawmakers had various reactions to the protests in Iran, ranging from strong support to direct criticism of the US administration's policy toward Tehran. Protests in Iran continued over the death of Mahsa Amini and statements of support from bipartisan lawmakers are pouring in. Republican Senator Marsha Blackburn showed her…
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27, 2022 The Pelosi effect: foreign delegations queue up to visit Taiwan in defiance of China Since the US speaker’s visit, groups from the US, Japan and Lithuania have arrived in Taipei, vowing they won’t be bullied by Beijing – and more are coming
Tribune News Service · Aug 26, 2022 Third US Congress visit to Taiwan this month fans China tensions Taiwan welcomed its third U.S. congressional visit this month, as Sen. Marsha Blackburn began a three-day trip to the island that’s likely to further test Washington’s tense ties with Beijing.
Al Jazeera · Aug 26, 2022 Why is Taiwan now so important to US politicians? US House Speaker Pelosi’s Taiwan visit led to a crisis between the US and China; now more US officials are visiting.