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Man accused in threats to kill Rep. Pramila Jayapal charged

A Seattle man arrested previously on suspicion of committing a hate crime against U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal has been charged with felony stalking

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2022

Lawmakers press Commerce secretary over Big Tech ties

WASHINGTON — Two influential progressive lawmakers are raising concerns about what they say is excessive corporate influence at the Commerce Department, escalating a clash between the left wing of the Democratic Party and Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo.

Tribune News Service · Jul 23, 2022

There are no open U.S. House seats in Washington for the first time in a decade

The filing deadline for candidates running for the U.S. House in Washington was May 20, 2022. This year, 68 candidates are running in Washington’s 10 U.S. House districts, including 37 Republicans, 19 Democrats, seven independents, and five third-party candidates. That’s 6.8 candidates per district, fewer than the 7.3 candidates in…

Ballotpedia · Jul 19, 2022

Man suspected of hate crime for allegedly threatening to kill US Rep. Pramila Jayapal

SEATTLE — A 48-year-old South Seattle man was arrested Saturday on suspicion of a hate crime for threatening to kill U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal, according to King County prosecutors.

Tribune News Service · Jul 12, 2022

Progressives call for SCOTUS reform

After high court's "extreme decisions," House progressives call for ethics rules — and adding four new justices

Salon · Jul 6, 2022

Pressure builds on Biden to turn to executive action despite its limits and risks

WASHINGTON — He is facing high inflation, a potential recession and a domestic agenda languishing in the Senate. Last week the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, the landmark abortion ruling, and this week upended his climate plans. A looming midterm elections look dire for his party, and his base…

Los Angeles Times · Jul 1, 2022

House Democrats prod Senate, Biden on climate legislation

WASHINGTON — Congressional Democrats are redoubling their push for a sweeping climate bill this Congress, urging President Joe Biden to “do everything” in his power to make a deal as the country braces for a hot and arid summer and the world’s atmosphere breaks greenhouse gas records.

Tribune News Service · Jun 17, 2022

House Democrats prod Senate, Biden on climate legislation - Roll Call

House Democrats are urging President Joe Biden to “do everything” in his power to make a climate legislation deal as the planet heats up.

Roll Call · Jun 16, 2022

Vivid retelling brings horror of January 6 back to scene of the crime

Liz Cheney was the star prosecutor in a primetime indictment of Donald Trump’s attempt to illegally cling to power – but will the audience stay for episode two?

The Guardian - US · Jun 10, 2022

44% of GOP: US must accept mass violence

"Living with the threat of random mass violence isn't freedom," Democrat fires back

Salon · Jun 7, 2022