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Biden signs a historic climate bill. So what will it actually do?The Inflation Reduction Act will allocate billions to combat climate change, lower prescription drug costs, and cut the deficit. Some say it will not impact inflation.
Did overturning Roe hand Democrats a lifeline? The view from Virginia.Pundits originally predicted that overturning Roe wouldn鈥檛 have much impact on November鈥檚 elections. But the summer is suggesting otherwise.
Mar-a-Lago warrant unsealed. What we know and what鈥檚 next.After requests from the U.S. attorney general and President Donald Trump鈥檚 lawyers, the warrant for searching Mar-a-Lago was unsealed. The intense public interest speaks directly to the proper functioning of American democracy, which relies on truth and the rule of law.
First LookEveryone wants Mar-a-Lago warrant public, ASAPFormer President Donald Trump is echoing the Department of Justice鈥檚 call for the public release of the warrant the FBI used to search his Mar-a-Lago estate. The search enraged conservatives, prompting demands for transparency around it.聽
Midterm matchup: When it comes to fundraising, so far Democrats leadThe president鈥檚 party often has a tough time in midterm elections, and Democrats face many challenges this fall. However, small-dollar donations offer a more nuanced picture.
First LookTrump pleads the Fifth as probe into his business intensifiesDonald Trump says he invoked his Fifth Amendment rights and wouldn鈥檛 answer questions under oath in the long-running New York civil investigation into his business dealings. Mr. Trump鈥檚 children,聽Donald Jr. and Ivanka, have also testified in recent days.聽
What the Mar-a-Lago search portends for the US, and a presidentThe FBI took an unprecedented step of searching a former president鈥檚 residence. To Trump supporters, it smacked of political retribution. To opponents, the search shows that no one is above the law.
First LookIn an unprecedented move, FBI raids Trump's Mar-a-Lago homeThe FBI searched former President Donald Trump鈥檚 Mar-a-Lago home for possible records that should have been turned over to the National Archives the day he left office. The raid, the first of its kind on a U.S. president, has raised strong objections among Republicans.
First LookCompassion test: Can NYC鈥檚 shelters take migrants bussed from Texas?Texas authorities are bussing migrants to New York City to spread the burden of responsibility and test a city that has proclaimed its willingness to welcome and care for all. The new arrivals will likely strain NYC鈥檚 shelter capacity and Mayor Eric Adams is crying foul.
First LookIn his second year, Biden becomes more president, less senatorPresident Joe Biden has a long political history of working across the aisle and negotiating in the Senate. Over the past months, however, he has embraced more of a facilitating role 鈥� a move welcome by experts and politicians alike.
First LookDemocrats' unity tested but $740 billion bill passes US SenateIn a mid-term election year, Democrats are on track to pass a bill intended to聽slow global warming,聽moderate pharmaceutical costs,聽and聽tax big corporations. The House is expected to vote on the bill Friday.
What has a split Congress accomplished? A surprising amount.An institution that has been written off as largely dysfunctional has passed a series of bipartisan bills, and is poised to ink climate legislation. Is Congress working again?
First LookPhoto IDs for immigrants in deportation: Reckless or helpful aid?The Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency announced the launch of a pilot program to issue photo ID cards to immigrants awaiting deportation proceedings in the US. As long as immigrants鈥� privacy is protected, the card could be helpful, says one immigration lawyer.
First LookRepublicans and Democrats unite to back Scandinavian NATO bidsIn a rare moment of unity, the U.S. Senate came together to welcome Finland and Sweden鈥檚 bid for NATO membership in a 95-1 vote. The vote shows Democrats鈥� and Republicans鈥� renewed commitment to strengthening NATO after Russia鈥檚 invasion of Ukraine.
Zawahri death marks end of an era 鈥� in more ways than oneEveryone involved in the 9/11 attacks has now been captured or killed. And for many Americans, the threat of terrorism has receded 鈥� replaced by other issues.
From an unlikely WWII-era friendship, plans for strengthening democracyAmid increased polarization and growing fears about the fragility of American democracy, national divisions can feel insurmountable. Here鈥檚 a serious effort to cultivate respect through the lessons of history and the example of a remarkable bipartisan power duo.
Can abortion be a question of religious liberty? These faiths say yes.Do abortion bans impose one theology鈥檚 view on when life begins? Rabbis and others are suing, saying new bans impinge on the free exercise of religion when it comes to protecting women.
First LookChild care funding: States boost aid as congressional effort stallsStates are trying a variety of strategies to help parents pay for child care and, in some cases, to boost pay for child care workers.
Attorney general鈥檚 dilemma: Whether to indict a former presidentThe decision whether to prosecute a former president comes fraught with risk. Not prosecuting could signal that a president is indeed above the law.聽But a case could feed distrust and establish a dangerous precedent.聽
Out of bounds? Why Ohio鈥檚 redistricting fight matters.Among states where redistricting reform efforts have gone awry, Ohio shows the limits of state courts to address a stalemate and how running out the clock can pay off.
