He is looking at a fast-track budget maneuver. If bipartisan talks on providing a pathway to citizenship fall apart, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York is…
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Congress Returns from Recess
Lawmakers set eyes on President Biden’s first 100-day legacy. Congressional members returned to the Capitol this week to begin the next legislative session expected to round out President…
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Senate Majority Leader Moves to Legalize Cannabis
Pledges to bring bill forward with or without the president’s support. Over the weekend, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced his intention to move a cannabis legalization bill…
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Senate Confirms Homeland Security Secretary
First Latino immigrant to hold key Cabinet post. Alejandro Mayorkas was confirmed as Secretary of Homeland Security on Tuesday. His confirmation came on a 56-43 vote, at a…
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Senators Reintroduce D.C. Statehood Bill
The district lacks fair representation, Senator Tom Carper said. This past week, a group of senators reintroduced legislation that would give statehood to the District of Columbia. The…
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Senate to Debate Relief Bill Next Week
Senator Schumer says current economic conditions require additional aid. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York said the Senate debate on a coronavirus relief bill will begin…
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