Experts: Handling of presidential documents leaves room for error
After classified documents of President Biden's were found in an insecure location, experts have highlighted problems with government processing.
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Illinois governor bans the possession or sale of semiautomatic weapons
Illinois' state ban on semiautomatic weapons is only a few days old. Legal challenges are in the works.
Though NYC nurses reached deal, issues persist in hospitals nationwide
The New York City nurses strike highlighted staffing and working conditions issues in hospitals across the country.
Bank to pay $31M redlining settlement, DOJ's largest ever
The DOJ says City National Bank avoided marketing and underwriting mortgages in majority Black and Latino neighborhoods in Los Angeles County.
| AP
Women would be able to count fetuses as passengers under new bill
Under the bill, pregnant women in Virginia could avoid getting a ticket for driving in an HOV lane.
| Scripps News Staff
Trump Organization to be sentenced for tax fraud, faces fine
The company was convicted last month for 17 tax crimes, including charges of conspiracy and falsifying business records.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
DACA recipient stranded in Mexico faces uncertain future
A Houston man who has lived in the U.S. since he was 1 is now stuck in Mexico. He was protected here under DACA, until he left.
NY Republicans are now asking Rep. George Santos to resign
Local NY Republicans are calling on Rep. George Santos to resign after more campaign lies come out.
Garland appoints special counsel to investigate Biden docs
Attorney General Merrick Garland appointed Robert Hur, the former Trump-appointed U.S. attorney in Maryland, to lead the investigation.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Source: Biden team finds more docs with classified markings
A person who spoke to the Associated Press anonymously said the president's legal team found additional classified material at a second location.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
GOP opens long-promised investigation into Biden family
Republicans now have subpoena power in the House, giving them the authority to compel testimony and conduct a far more aggressive investigation.
| AP and Maura Sirianni
White House: Jill Biden has two cancerous lesions removed
Jill Biden's press secretary said the first lady returned to the White House Wednesday evening and was "doing well and in good spirits."
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Rep. Santos refuses to resign following calls from NY Republicans
Republican leaders called for New York Rep. George Santos to immediately step down following accusations he lied about his past.
| Scripps News Staff
Trump executive Allen Weisselberg sentenced to 5 months in jail
Weisselberg was promised this sentence in August when he agreed to plead guilty to 15 tax crimes and to testify against the Trump Organization.
| AP
Biden 'surprised' government records were found at old office
The Department of Justice is reviewing “a small number of documents with classified markings" found at President Biden's previous office.
| AP and Scripps News Staff
Illinois bans semiautomatic weapons, critics vow court challenge
The ban covers dozens of types of rifles and handguns, .50-caliber guns and attachments, and it puts limits on rounds rifles and handguns can hold.
| AP
Shootings in New York City are costing taxpayers millions of dollars
A new report found New York City taxpayers have paid nearly $40 million to treat gunshot wounds in the city's hospitals.
Migration was the main topic during US, Mexico, Canada summit
During the two-day summit, North American leaders discussed everything from border policy to domestic manufacturing.
Campaign Legal Center alleges Santos misrepresented campaign funds
Nonpartisan watchdog group Campaign Legal Center is accusing Rep. George Santos of using campaign funds for personal expenses, among other things.
| Scripps News Staff
Feds propose 'student loan safety net' alongside forgiveness
Education experts see the payment plan as a powerful tool to make college affordable, especially for those with lower incomes.
| AP
Presidents Biden, Lopez Obrador Open Mexico Meetings With Brusque Talk
Their comments were a contrast to their public display of affection shortly before, as they smiled and embraced.
| AP
DOJ Reviewing Potentially Classified Docs At Biden Center
Attorneys immediately alerted the White House Counsel's office, who notified the National Archives.
| AP
Florida Gov. DeSantis Rolls Out Resources To Address Cuban Migrants
Florida's governor has declared a state of emergency and is now bringing in the Florida National Guard to address the migrant crisis.
Authorities In Brazil Seek To Punish Pro-Bolsonaro Rioters
The protesters were seeking military intervention to either restore Jair Bolsonaro to power or oust the newly inaugurated Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
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House To Vote On Rules Package After McCarthy Wins Speaker Battle
In his acceptance speech, Kevin McCarthy promised the House would be a check on the president and his policies.
Biden Inspects U.S.-Mexico Border In Face Of GOP Criticism
President Joe Biden has wrapped up a four-hour visit to the U.S.-Mexico border and is headed to Mexico.
| AP and John Mone
From Marijuana To Minimum Wage, New Laws Going Into Effect In 2023
Among the changes: 27 states will see a minimum wage increase this year.
| Chloe Nordquist
McCarthy Elected House Speaker In Vote 15 After Chaotic Week
The House was finally able to swear in newly elected lawmakers who had been waiting all week for the chamber to formally open.
| AP and Nathaniel Reed
How The Supreme Court Is Still Entangled In Jan. 6, Two Years Later
After Jan. 6, the Supreme Court was forced to take up cases regarding the very administration that put three justices on the bench.
Elected Members Of Congress Wait With Their Families To Be Sworn In
Some of their kids were seen napping on the chamber floor as House speaker vote frustrations continue.
