The broadening of eligibility for middle class households is the latest sign that Democrats are moving ahead without Republican support on President Biden’s $1.9 trillion economic relief package.
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Trump impeachment lawyers blast ‘political theater,’ while Democrats allege ‘grievous crime’
A brief filed prior to the Senate trial makes clear that the former president’s lawyers plan to challenge both the constitutionality of the trial and any suggestion that Donald Trump was to blame for the insurrection.
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Lines are being drawn in the next election for Maine governor
No other Republicans are stepping forward as former two-term Gov. Paul Lepage lobs shots at Democratic incumbent Janet Mills.
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Bounced from committees, Georgia lawmaker says she’s ‘freed’ to push Republicans further right
Asked how she sees her role, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she plans to ‘vote very conservative’ and use her influence to cement Donald Trump’s imprint on the GOP.
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Maine lawmaker proposes more flexible review of cannabis-related advertising
The bill from Rep. Colleen Madigan, D-Waterville, would strengthen the appeal process for businesses found in violation of marijuana marketing rules, including rules meant to prevent targeting ads to minors.
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Trump rejects House Democrats’ request that he testify under oath in Senate impeachment trial
The Senate impeachment trial begins on Feb. 9.
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Despite denouncing QAnon months ago, House Minority Leader now claims ignorance
McCarthy’s comment set off immediate backlash, with critics pointing out that the minority leader has addressed QAnon before in TV interviews and at news conferences.
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Romney unveils plan to provide $3,000 per child, giving bipartisan support to President Biden’s effort
The emergence of Romney’s child benefits plan could give the White House an opportunity to incorporate policies with bipartisan support into its relief package.
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House vote clears partisan path for Biden’s $1.9 trillion virus relief bill
The president has courted Senate Republicans, and repeatedly expressed a desire to get their support.
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House Republicans face difficult vote on conspiracy theorist Greene
They vote to support Rep. Liz Cheney, who backed the impeachment of Donald Trump, and say they’ll resist Democrats’ push to remove Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, who has embraced racist views and bizarre conspiracy theories, from her committee posts.