Raquel Martin
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Graham calls for cartels to be designated as terrorist organizations
Some U.S. senators are calling for a crackdown on Mexican drug cartels, with Sen. Lindsey Graham saying they should be designated as foreign terrorist organizations. → Read More
U.S. lawmakers concerned China could act in Ukraine, Taiwan
Lawmakers in Washington are keeping a close eye on China and are warning it to back down. Democrats and Republicans say they’re concerned Beijing’s recent actions could signal trouble ahead in Ukraine and Taiwan. → Read More
Attorneys to Supreme Court: Twitter liable in ISIS attack
The Supreme Court heard a second case on Wednesday that could have huge legal consequences for social media giants. → Read More
Supreme Court hears arguments on social media liability
The Supreme Court heard the first of two cases that could have huge consequences for social media websites on Tuesday. The cases will decide if social media websites like Google, Facebook or Twitter can be liable for the content posted to the platforms. → Read More
Advocates call on EPA to pick up pace on PFAS response
The Environmental Protection Agency is expected to release new PFAS drinking water standards in a matter of weeks, but advocates say the Biden administration needs to pick up the pace. → Read More
Lawmakers look to protect children online
Democrats and Republicans are vowing to take action to better protect kids using social media. → Read More
What does January jobs report mean for inflation?
President Joe Biden took a victory lap Friday after new federal data showed another month of strong job growth, the question about what that means for inflation remains. → Read More
Federal lawmakers eye cryptocurrency regulations
With the White House calling on Congress to get to work after the fall of FTX, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle say they will not shy away from regulating the cryptocurrency industry. → Read More
Senators start laying out priorities for farm bill
Senators on Wednesday started talking about what may be included in the massive farm bill, a package renewed every five years that funds farming, assistance programs and trade programs. → Read More
‘Big change coming’: COVID-era SNAP benefits expiring
Americans reliant on SNAP benefits will soon see a cut in their monthly payments as the extra money added during the pandemic will soon expire. → Read More
Bill would ban TikTok in US, citing Chinese data mining
Citing national security concerns, a new bill before Congress would ban popular video app TikTok across the U.S. → Read More
Dems hope new Heartland Caucus will help the Midwest
Midwest Democrats are vowing to ensure Midwest issues are a priority in Washington, especially within their own party. → Read More
DOJ, eight states accuse Google of antitrust violations
The Department of Justice and eight states are suing Google, accusing the tech giant of abusing its power in the digital advertising market. → Read More
It’s tax season. What’s new this year
After decades of staffing shortages at the IRS, the agency is hoping for a more efficient tax season this year. → Read More
McCarthy won’t call for George Santos to resign
Controversial Republican Congressman George Santos of New York just finished his first official work week in Congress. → Read More
In control of House, Republicans move on abortion
Only days into their control of the U.S. House of Representatives, Republicans on Wednesday pushed forward two bills regarding abortion. → Read More
What do McCarthy’s concessions mean for House agenda?
After last’s week drawn-out votes to get Rep. Kevin McCarthy installed as speaker, Monday marked Republicans’ first day in control of the U.S. House of Representatives. → Read More
Union: ‘Perfect storm’ exposed Southwest problems
The union representing Southwest Airlines flight attendants says the “perfect storm” of factors led to this week’s mass cancellations that have stranded tens of thousands of passengers. → Read More
Union blames Southwest’s old systems for mass cancellations
The U.S. Department of Transportation has questions for Southwest Airlines after mass flight cancellations that have left tens of thousands of travelers stranded for days. → Read More
FAA’s 90-second plane evacuation standards cause concern
Ninety seconds, that’s how long the Federal Aviation Administration says it takes for passengers and crew to evacuate an airplane safely, but not everyone is convinced. → Read More