The Army ultimately relented after the Capitol had been overrun and the Army got pressure from Acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller and the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Mark Milley.
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Susan Collins joins senators who want to stop ineligible gun buys
Maine’s Republican Senator has joined a bipartisan group of colleagues that wants states to better enforce laws that prevent ineligible people from buying a gun
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In Pennsylvania, Biden showcases aid to small businesses
President Biden and his top messengers are touring the country to raise hopes over his $1.9 trillion relief package.
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Legislation that would silence foreign companies in Maine ballot campaigns gets first look
Three bills before the Maine Legislature would prevent companies like Hydro-Quebec from spending money to influence statewide ballot questions, including one in November on a controversial power line.
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Bangor Democrat seeks to challenge Jared Golden in a primary
Michael Sutton filed paperwork last week to take on the incumbent in Maine’s 2nd Congressional District in 2022.
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How Cuomo investigation, possible impeachment could play out
The scope of the inquiry might go beyond his conduct with women.
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As GOP makes it harder to vote, few Republicans dissent
Republican lawmakers are pushing a wave of legislation through statehouses across the nation to make voting more difficult.
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In late-night deal, lawmakers agree on budget bill providing tax relief to Maine businesses
An agreement to add $8 million to the state’s rainy day fund and study the impact of extending tax cuts on income from exporting products tied to intellectual assets helped shore up Republican support in the House.
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Pace of spending for pandemic aid? Try $43,000 every second
President Biden now needs to figure out how to distribute the $1.9 trillion in coronavirus relief.
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Maine Senate rejects attempt to end COVID-19 state of emergency
Republicans have been pushing since last spring to rein in Gov. Janet Mills’ emergency powers during the pandemic, arguing lawmakers should have a seat at the table.