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Neighbors of Sterling, Virginia, data center complain of high-pitched whine

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 19:56:00 -0000

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Robocall to Indiana voters

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 17:14:00 -0000

A POLITICO reporter who lives in Indiana received a robocall asking voters to pressure their lawmakers to redistrict ahead of the midterms, which would give Republicans an edge in the race for the House.

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The House GOP passed its big energy bill. Now what?

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

House Republicans passed their sprawling energy bill Thursday on a 225-204 vote, delivering the GOP's biggest legislative win since they took control of the chamber. And even though President Joe Biden has vowed to veto the bill, elements of the legislation could be a part of bipartisan negotiations on a narrower energy issue: permitting. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down what’s next after Republicans passed their energy bill. Plus, President Joe Biden will open up federal land for public conservation.

Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy.

Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Republicans’ ‘new pro-life agenda’

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Republicans in staunchly conservative states are championing some atypical legislation this session — promoting sex education, government welfare and more birth control. Megan Messerly talks with Alice Miranda Ollstein about the proposals that some governors and lawmakers have referred to as a “new pro-life agenda” for the post-Roe era.

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Bragg to Trump: ‘Surrender’

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:22:35 -0000

At 7:15 last night, Manhattan DA Alvin bragg made it official with this statement: "This evening we contacted Mr. [Donald] Trump's attorney to coordinate his surrender to the Manhattan D.A.'s Office for arraignment on a Supreme Court indictment, which remains under seal. Guidance will be provided when the arraignment date is selected." Even though we’ve long known this was coming, that term — “surrender” — hit us with the historical nature of March 30, 2023: A former president at the start of another campaign for the White House has been indicted for a crime and could go to prison.

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California governor wins fight with Big Oil

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

California Governor Gavin Newsom has been waging a public battle against the oil industry for months. On Tuesday, Newsom signed a first-in-the-nation law that’s supposed to keep gas prices in the state under control. POLITICO’s Wes Venteicher breaks down the law’s details, its evolution and why fossil fuel lobbyists couldn’t defeat it. Plus, the Senate votes to overturn Biden’s WOTUS rule.

Wes Venteicher covers climate and energy energy news in California for POLITICO.

Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

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FDA approves first OTC opioid overdose reversal drug

Thu, 30 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000

The nation's drug regulator approved the first over-the-counter opioid overdose reversal nasal spray on Wednesday. Katherine Ellen Foley talks with host Ruth Reader about the significance of Narcan being available without a prescription and the hopes for how it might positively impact the opioid overdose epidemic in the U.S.

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What Dems really think of the GOP’s debt demands

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 20:26:00 -0000

After weeks talking with his rank-and-file about what concessions they’d need from Democrats to raise the debt ceiling, Speaker Kevin McCarthy floated five proposals that could maybe, just maybe, elicit an agreement. We spent yesterday working the phones to find out what Hill Democrats — both lawmakers and senior aides — privately thought about these ideas.

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House nears vote for GOP’s energy package

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

House Republicans are expected to pass one of their biggest legislative priorities this week: a sprawling party-line energy package. The bill includes some of the GOP’s most popular energy policies and pitches from the past decade, while also taking aim at President Joe Biden’s climate policies. The package is considered an opening negotiating pitch by Republicans on energy permitting — a rare policy area that they hope will lead to a bipartisan deal. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the details of the bill and the state of play of negotiations. Plus, Interior Secretary Deb Haaland said the Biden administration will release its delayed five-year offshore oil and gas leasing plan in September.

Kelsey Tamborrino is a reporter covering clean energy.

Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

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The Biden administration’s ongoing fight over abortion pill access

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration has been clashing with Republicans over their attempt to ban abortion pills nationwide. But yesterday, it was Democratic attorneys general who faced off with the administration in court over the FDA’s authority to place certain restrictions on abortion pills. Alice Miranda Ollstein talks with host Megan Messerly about the effect it could have on pharmacies dispensing the pills.

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Hurricane season looms over Puerto Rico’s brittle grid

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

It’s been almost six months since Hurricane Fiona battered Puerto Rico’s brittle power grid, and while the territory hasn’t faced any major disruptions since then, this year’s hurricane season is quickly approaching. Some Puerto Ricans worry that their good fortune might not last much longer, and that they may once again face potentially fatal consequences from devastating blackouts. POLITICO’s Gloria Gonzalez breaks down the short and long-term concerns from Puerto Ricans about the territory’s power infrastructure. Plus, the White House vows to veto House Republicans’ energy bill that’s expected to reach the chamber floor this week.

Gloria Gonzalez is the Deputy Energy Editor at POLITICO Pro.

Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

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The latest on cannabis research from the office trying to study it

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000

National institute on Drug Abuse Deputy Director Dr. Wilson Compton sat down with POLITICO’s Natalie Fertig recently to chat about the known health effects of cannabis, and the limitations on cannabis research. Natalie talks with host Megan Messerly about why Compton argued that he and other researchers need access to cannabis products being sold in state-legal dispensaries.

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Harris in Africa, Israel in crisis

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 18:53:33 -0000

Good Monday morning from Accra, Ghana, where VP Kamala Harris is kicking off a seven-day diplomatic mission to Africa, aiming to reset relations between the United States and the three countries she’s visiting — Ghana, Zambia and Tanzania — as China looks to deepen its foothold on the continent.

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How Biden might ease the EU-US EV rift

Mon, 27 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration may allow European companies to qualify for U.S. tax incentives under the Inflation Reduction Act if the two sides can reach a trade deal in the next few weeks, a senior administration official told POLITICO on Friday. It’s a move that could ease a major source of transatlantic friction and help President Joe Biden meet his promise to consumers to help make electric vehicles more affordable. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down the details of the trade talks. Plus, FERC finds that a Southeast pipeline project would have a limited environmental impact, paving the way forward for a project tapped for expedited review.

Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.

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Canada’s controversial nuclear waste plan

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

A Canadian plan for a permanent storage facility for nuclear waste is drawing protests from some U.S. lawmakers, who took their concerns to President Joe Biden’s ahead of his visit to Canada this week. The Canadian plan calls for burying waste containers underground 30 miles from the shoreline of Lake Huron.POLITICO’s Joseph Gedeon breaks down Canada’s plan and the pushback from both sides of the border. Plus, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm sparred with a Republican lawmaker over her recent comments on China.

Joseph Gedeon is a reporter for POLITICO.

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Sinema bashes Dems, Dems bash Zients

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 02:25:28 -0000

JMart’s latest column is hot off the presses and already blowing up group chats on Capitol Hill: “Sinema Trashes Dems: ‘Old Dudes Eating Jell-O’”

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A stumbling block for nat gas: reliability

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Extreme cold blasts during two of the last three winters have crippled gas-fired power plants, leaving millions in the dark and hundreds dead. And as natural gas is projected to grow in its role as a dominant source for electricity in the U.S., regulators are again worrying about the reliability of natural gas plants. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the natural gas’ reliability concerns, potential solutions and what it means for natural gas broadly in the future. Plus, House Oversight Republicans are launching a probe into DOE climate spending.

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New report says CDC overstated vax data

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Flaws in CDC data led it to overstate how many people received Covid shots, according to a new report by the Covid States Project, a collaboration of researchers from Northeastern, Harvard, Rutgers and Northwestern universities. Krista Mahr talks with host Ruth Reader about the data.

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Trump waits, DeSantis jabs, Scott preps

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 20:50:35 -0000

Yesterday came and went without the arrest of Donald Trump. Meanwhile, contours of the 2024 Republican presidential race continue to evolve — even as the political, media and legal worlds hold their collective breath waiting for word from lower Manhattan.

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Going beyond the UN’s dire climate warning

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The United Nations put out a sprawling, sobering report this week about the world’s progress in slowing global warming. POLITICO Europe’s Karl Mathiesen breaks down the big takeaways from the report, what was missing, and the limitations of the UN’s climate change panel in general. Plus, DOE says private-sector spending needs to ramp up to hit President Joe Biden’s climate goals.

Josh Siegel is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

Karl Mathiesen is the senior climate correspondent for POLITICO Europe.

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Unpacking Alvin Bragg's case against Trump

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 19:05:13 -0000

Of all the Trump scandals, why is this the one that’s going to get him arrested? Didn’t authorities already rule out any culpability for Trump in that case? And isn’t Bragg’s legal theory hopelessly flawed? To understand how one of the OG Trump scandals returned from the dead to ensnare Trump seven years after Daniels got her $130,000, we need to review the case’s complicated history.

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The Western water wars collide with Navajo Nation water access

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Supreme Court began oral arguments in a case on Monday that pits the Navajo Nation against the Biden administration, along with four Southwest states, over the tribe’s rights to the Colorado River, the West’s most important waterway. POLITICO’s Annie Snider breaks down the arguments and what’s at stake. Plus, a federal judge blocks President Joe Biden’s WOTUS rule in Texas and Idaho.

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Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.

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California and drugmaker partner to make affordable insulin

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000

After years of anticipation, California Gov. Gavin Newsom said the state would contract with Civica, a Utah-based generic pharmaceutical company, to start producing California-branded insulin, available for $30 for a 10 mL vial. Once the Food and Drug Administration approves the new insulin, Civica can begin manufacturing. Reporter Rachel Bluth talks with host Ben Leonard about about the deal.

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Scoop: House GOP targets Manhattan DA

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:37:04 -0000

Good morning from Orlando, where House Republicans are gathered at a luxury resort not far from Disney World for their annual three-day retreat — and where, we’ve learned, House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) and senior GOP leaders are preparing demand to testimony from members of the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office amid reports of an imminent Trump indictment.

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The problem with Congress’ permitting push

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -0000

Republicans in Congress are pushing for changes in how the nation’s big infrastructure projects are permitted – mostly by easing rules under the National Environmental Policy Act. But energy experts say the proposed changes won’t dramatically speed up the approvals.

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A president's pivot and a party's puzzle

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 20:23:05 -0000

A pair of fresh stories out this morning illuminate two emerging storylines in the early jockeying for the 2024 campaign …

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How a bipartisan House duo is tackling energy permitting

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Republican Bruce Westerman and Democrat Scott Peters are leading the effort to find common ground on an important, but highly elusive energy issue: permitting reform. And their effort comes as House Republicans have introduced an energy package that many Democrats are already dismissing. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the lawmakers’ joint approach, the permitting priorities for Democrats and Republicans, and the reform effort’s chances. Plus, FERC approved a new supply chain cybersecurity standard.

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Tester wants to fix VA health records

Fri, 17 Mar 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Sen. Jon Tester (D-Mont.), chair of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee, said Wednesday that the VA should renegotiate its contract with Oracle Cerner, the vendor managing a mistake-ridden electronic health records system at VA medical centers. Ben Leonard talks with host Alice Miranda Ollstein about fixing the VA's electronic health records.

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Yellen gears up for a Senate grilling

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 23:06:45 -0000

All eyes will be on Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen today as she testifies before the Senate Finance Committee at 10 a.m.

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EPA’s pollution plan hits coal plants

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, EPA issued a new sweeping plan to curb pollution from power plants and manufacturing facilities across 23 states. The measure is the latest in a series of EPA regulations aimed at cutting down pollution and toxic waste from coal-fired power plants, and it’s likely to further shrink the nation’s fleet of coal-fired power generation. However, the regulation might face resistance from industry because of cost compliance and grid concerns. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down EPA’s latest rule and the pushback. Plus, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer slammed the House GOP’s energy agenda, calling it “as bad and partisan as it gets.”

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Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro.

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EPA tackles ‘forever chemicals’ in historic water proposal

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed the first-ever federal limits for toxic PFAS "forever chemicals" that are found in the drinking water of 200 million Americans. If finalized, the rule would mark the first major upgrade in the safety of the nation's drinking water in the past three decades. However, getting it across the finish line is far from certain, and the new safety measures would cost American households hundreds of millions of dollars. POLITICO's Annie Snider breaks down the cost and potential regulatory obstacles. Plus, the state of Ohio is suing Norfolk Southern for the costs associated with the East Palestine, Ohio train derailment.

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Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro.

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House GOP warms up for a budget battle

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:56:48 -0000

House Republicans are set to embark on a multiweek stretch of ups and downs — starting today, with the release of a massive energy package authored by House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, aimed at boosting domestic oil-and-gas production, lowering consumer costs and drawing a sharp contrast with the Biden administration’s pivot to green energy.

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What to know about Biden’s Willow project approval

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration approved the long-debated Willow oil project in Alaska on Monday -- the latest concession by President Joe Biden to the oil and gas industry and Republican critics, and which came over the pleas to quash it from environmental groups and some nearby tribal communities. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the project’s details, how the administration is defending itself and the reaction from environmentalists. Plus, Volkswagen picks Ontario for the site of its first battery plant outside Europe as countries rush to build an electric vehicle supply chain.

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Everything about the bank crisis explained all at once

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:36:59 -0000

Federal agencies stepped in Sunday evening to backstop the failed Silicon Valley Bank and attempt to stem a burgeoning crisis among the nation’s medium-sized banks.

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What we do – and don't – know about Nord Stream

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

There's still no conclusive answer to the six-month-old question of who blew up the Nord Stream pipelines, which sent geopolitical shockwaves around the world. POLITICO’s Charlie Cooper breaks down the prevailing theories and the global energy implications of each culprit. Plus, Senator Joe Manchin said he would not support President Joe Biden’s nominee to a top Interior Department position.

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Charlie Cooper is the Chief UK correspondent at POLITICO Europe.

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Daylight saving drama

Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:00:00 -0000

The Senate passed Marco Rubio’s bill making daylight saving time permanent unanimously last year, but it's since stalled in the House. Erin Schumaker talks with Katherine Ellen Foley about past efforts to make daylight saving time permanent and why many scientists oppose it.

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Mar. 10, 2023: The GOP’s 2024 picture snaps into focus

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 20:12:33 -0000

Over the last 24 hours, the dynamics that will define the 2024 Republican primary have begun to come into clear view, as told in three must-read stories:

1. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis “has indicated privately that he intends to run for president,” WaPo’s Hannah Knowles and Isaac Stanley-Becker report from Davenport, Iowa.

2. Former President Donald Trump appears likely to face criminal charges in Manhattan stemming from his alleged payment of hush money to porn star Stormy Daniels, NYT’s William Rashbaum, Ben Protess and Jonah Bromwich scooped last night.

3. Other leading Republicans are taking aim at both Trump and DeSantis, our own Jonathan Martin reports in a piece that just published.

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A drug cost stat falls out of favor

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Quality-adjusted life years — or QALYs — is a tool designed to help measure the cost effectiveness of drugs and other medical treatments. But detractors say the statistic discriminates against people with disabilities by undervaluing how much treatments help them. Ben Leonard talks with host Carmen Paun about the debate over the use of the statistic.

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What Biden’s budget means for his energy goals

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden unveiled his $1.7 trillion budget and likely campaign blueprint on Thursday. While the government funding proposal likely has no chance of passing Congress as is, it marks both a campaign pitch and an opening shot at House Republicans who have demanded significant spending cuts. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Kelsey Tamborrino discuss Biden’s energy funding proposals and how it impacts his green goals. Plus, the Biden administration met with natural gas industry representatives and foreign government officials on Thursday in Houston to discuss 'clean gas' standards.

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Biden lays budget bait for Republicans

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 01:35:32 -0000

It’s the day all of D.C. has been waiting for with bated breath. Around noon, President Joe Biden will release his proposed federal budget.

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The Big Oil vibe shift in Houston

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The nation’s premier energy event, CERAWeek, is underway in Houston, and observers to this year’s conference are noting a tone shift from previous years. While demand for oil and gas remains robust, there are signs all around the conference that the traditional oil industry is changing, and it’s all about investing in new climate technologies. POLITICO’s Matt Daily breaks down the vibe shift within the oil industry on climate tech. Plus, the Interior Department expects its final five-year offshore leasing plan in December.

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Inside the President's budget

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden is not expected to seek significant new Covid funding as part of his forthcoming budget proposal, the latest sign that the White House is preparing to wind down its emergency response operation later this year. Adam Cancryn talks with host Ruth Reader about the most notable health care priorities in the budget.

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A Georgia nuclear plant finally takes big step toward operation

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Plagued by delays and cost issues, the only nuclear power plant under construction in the U.S. is moving closer to startup. The two reactors being built by Southern Co’s Georgia Power are projected to produce emission-free electricity for half a million homes and businesses once complete. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the major development. Plus, the Biden administration’s EPA is at odds with the agency’s Inspector General over Trump-era changes to an assessment of PFAS.

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Next-gen Covid vaccine hopefuls part ways with K Street

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

During the first year and a half of the pandemic, a handful of small companies developing next-generation Covid-19 vaccines hired lobbyists in hopes of winning contracts to fund research, manufacturing and testing. Megan R. Wilson talks with host Ben Leonard about why, nearly three years in, many have abandoned their Washington, D.C., footprint.

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Dems fret about a No Labels spoiler ticket

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 00:23:12 -0000

A prominent Democratic think tank is raising alarms about a third-party ticket spoiling 2024 for Democrats and landing Donald Trump back in the White House.

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Here's what drove Walgreens' abortion pill decision

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The nation’s second-largest pharmacy chain confirmed last week that it will not sell an abortion pill in 20 states after threats of legal action — including several states where they remain legal. Alice Miranda Ollstein talks with host Megan Messerly about what influenced Walgreens' decision.

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House GOP rolls out new energy agenda

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

The House GOP is preparing a massive new energy bill. Speaker Kevin McCarthy is hopeful the bill will unite his sometimes fractured party, whose members touted many of the energy-related proposals on the campaign trail. But, passage of the bill will not be easy.

The package includes both long-time ideological priorities, such as boosting drilling on federal lands, as well as an opening bid to ease permitting of energy projects, a policy area of bipartisan interest. But since the Republicans hold such a slim majority, moving the bill to the finish could prove tricky. Politico’s Josh Siegel breaks down the key points in the bill, and the challenges McCarthy could face ahead of the legislation hitting the floor at the end of March.

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The Ron DeSantis pre-campaign is here

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:03:23 -0000

Playbook co-author Rachael Bade and Playbook editor Mike DeBonis discuss Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ low-profile House tenure and his big legislative week ahead in Florida.

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The roadblock facing an opioid addiction treatment

Mon, 06 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration is implementing a new law that makes it easier for doctors to prescribe a lifesaving drug — buprenorphine — to treat opioid use disorder, but one of its agencies, the Drug Enforcement Administration, subjects the drug to such strict regulation that many are reluctant to dispense it. Krista Mahr talks with host Katherine Ellen Foley about the paradox and what’s ahead.

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Dems seethe over Biden’s D.C. crime betrayal

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 22:21:17 -0000

What’s more important: respecting the principle of D.C. self-governance, or staying on the right side of an explosive national issue?

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How chemical recycling is putting red states in the green

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Republican-led states are embracing chemical recycling, a high-temperature plastic melting process that’s criticized by environmentalists. The GOP approach is allowing them to financially benefit off Democrat-led states that recycle more plastic waste. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down the red-blue divide over recycling. Plus, Holtec International is pursuing a separate DOE lifeline to restart its Michigan nuclear facility.

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Inside the FTC's deal with BetterHelp

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Federal Trade Commission reached a settlement with online therapy company BetterHelp over allegations it shared customers’ sensitive health data with third parties. Ruth Reader talks to host Krista Mahr about what we know about the deal and why it's another health data warning shot from the FTC.

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How MAGA took over CPAC

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 01:30:31 -0000

Since Trump’s first appearance at CPAC in 2011, the conference had become an early venue for him to court the base of the Republican Party.

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GOP divided on how to respond to ‘lab leak’ reports

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Congressional Republicans are anxious to use new Covid-19 lab leak reports to lash out at the ruling Chinese Communist Party and paint President Joe Biden’s administration as soft on Beijing. But they have reached little consensus on how exactly to do that. Alice Miranda Ollstein talks with host Ruth Reader about the spectrum of responses we've seen and what's next.

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Permitting reform on the rebound

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Rep. Garret Graves proposed legislation on Tuesday to overhaul the rules for environment reviews under the National Environmental Policy Act for energy infrastructure. The pitch would form the backbone of a larger legislative energy package that House Republicans are planning to introduce in March. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the GOP permitting reform efforts, and why they will (once again) face an uphill legislative battle. Plus, EPA says it will propose allowing year-round sales of gasoline blends containing 15 percent ethanol in several Midwestern states.

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A bipartisan response to East Palestine

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 21:12:01 -0000

A bipartisan group of six senators today will introduce the Railway Safety Act of 2023, legislation aimed at preventing a repeat of the toxic firestorm in East Palestine, Ohio, that followed the Feb. 4 derailment of a chemical train.

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EPA’s Regan faces tough PFAS test back home

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Community groups in North Carolina are suing EPA Administrator Michael Regan for failing to require sufficient testing of PFAS chemicals contaminating water, air, and blood. The lawsuit poses a significant test for Regan, who grew up in North Carolina and has promised to hold polluters accountable in marginalized communities. Annie Snider breaks down the lawsuit, EPA's response, and what this means for Regan's environmental justice promises. Plus, an EPA watchdog slammed the agency’s wood heater program in a new report.

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A skeptical SCOTUS eyes Biden’s student debt plan

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 22:07:34 -0000

Polls open in less than an hour in Chicago, where Mayor Lori Lightfoot faces eight rivals — and a very real chance of being shut out of the likely April 4 runoff election. President Joe Biden's student debt relief plan will come under the scrutiny of the Supreme Court, whose justices will decide in the months following today’s oral arguments whether the $400 billion program is constitutional. And the House Select Committee on China holds its first hearing this evening against a backdrop of rising trans-Pacific tensions.

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The solar industry divide over Treasury’s low-income tax credit guidance

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The initial rollout of a low-income tax credit program under the Inflation Reduction Act has some solar developers concerned it will be difficult to expand solar power into low-income communities - a Biden administration environmental justice priority. But community solar advocates are rejecting those concerns and applauding the Treasury Department’s approach. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains the divide in the solar sector. Plus, the Department of Energy is offering a conditional $375 million loan for the construction of a first-of-its-kind lithium-ion battery recycling facility in North America.

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Why one state’s plan to unwind a Medicaid rule is raising red flags

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden is giving states a year to check whether millions of low-income Americans are still eligible to receive health insurance through their government’s Medicaid program. Arkansas plans to do it in half that time. Megan Messerly talks with host Alice Miranda Ollstein about what could be in store for Medicaid in Arkansas and other states.

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What’s in Ron DeSantis' new book

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 20:24:40 -0000

Ron DeSantis's “The Courage to Be Free” will be released tomorrow, kicking off a media tour that is widely assumed to be the prelude to a formal announcement this spring that he’s running for president.

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The Ohio train derailment blame game

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The National Transportation Safety Board put out an initial report last week about what caused the train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, that has triggered a massive cleanup. POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder breaks down the report, why this train derailment has caused partisan finger pointing, and how the Department of Transportation might be scrutinized moving forward. Plus, the Department of Energy is exploring a plan to offer a government endorsement for natural gas that meets a minimum standard for cleanliness.

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Feb. 24, 2023: The second year of the Ukraine war begins

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 20:47:21 -0000

One year ago today, Russian President Vladimir Putin launched an invasion of Ukraine that he thought would quickly topple the government in Kyiv, expose Western powers as feckless and hopelessly divided, and usher in a new, muscular era of Russian world power.

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Why Putin’s energy strategy backfired

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

When Russia invaded Ukraine a year ago, Moscow thought it could intimidate Kyiv’s European allies through energy blackmail. But that strategy has actually backfired because of America’s growing energy role in Europe’s economy and the changing global energy landscape. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down how the energy world has changed since Russia invaded Ukraine. Plus, President Joe Biden nominated former Mastercard CEO Ajay Banga to head the World Bank.

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The grand juror who might have said too much

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 20:00:35 -0000

Did Emily Kohrs just save Donald Trump from prosecution in Georgia?

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Why the green transition has a labor problem

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 16:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration’s ambitious green transition is facing a labor crunch despite the incentives included in Democrats’ Inflation Reduction Act. So far, clean energy companies have announced 100,000 clean energy job openings since the law was passed, but the construction and manufacturing sectors are already short hundreds of thousands of workers. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down why the green transition has a labor problem and how industry is responding. Plus, the Interior Department proposed the first ever Gulf of Mexico offshore wind lease sale.

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PBM reform effort intensifies on Capitol Hill

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

The drumbeat of calls to enact reforms to pharmaceutical middlemen is growing louder after years of largely unsuccessful attempts by lawmakers to make sweeping changes to how the industry operates — and reform advocates hope that conditions are ripe this year for action. Megan R. Wilson talks with host Ruth Reader about the bills that have been introduced and how PBMs are fighting back.

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Can Tim Scott make the GOP play nice?

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 22:44:16 -0000

With Congress out on recess and President Joe Biden still abroad, most of today’s marquee political events are happening outside of the beltway …

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Is a greener World Bank on the way?

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration has a new opportunity to reshape the World Bank after David Malpass announced he would step down as president last week. President Joe Biden is expected to name a president who will push the World Bank to focus more on climate change and other global challenges. However, the administration’s path to installing the bank’s next leader won’t be as easy as it has been in the past. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down Biden’s window to redefine the World Bank. Plus, EPA orders Norfolk Southern to pay for train crash clean-up.

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CDC heads to Ohio

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

CDC epidemiologists and environmental health scientists are in Ohio this week, helping assess the potential health risks to residents after a 150-car train carrying dangerous chemicals derailed in the small town of East Palestine earlier this month. Krista Mahr discusses her reporting about the CDC’s response with host Megan Messerly.

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2024 hopefuls rev their engines

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:45:43 -0000

President Joe Biden is in Europe, reminding everyone that he’s commander in chief — even as Republicans back home are angling to try to take his job.

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New Jersey’s new, lofty climate ambitions

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy, a Democrat, announced a suite of executive orders and regulatory actions last week that raised the bar much higher for the state’s climate ambitions, including the most aggressive clean energy target of any large state and a ban on the sale of new gasoline-powered cars by 2035. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down the suite of New Jersey’s climate ambitions – and whether they are feasible. Plus, EPA reinstated an Obama-era regulation that significantly curbed mercury emissions.

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The nursing home booster problem

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

America’s nursing homes have been at the epicenter of the Covid pandemic since its earliest days. Today, nursing home residents remain the most vulnerable group in the country when it comes to Covid, with hundreds of people still dying each week. Krista Mahr talks with host Katherine Ellen Foley about why ensuring residents and staff have the best protection out there from the unpredictable virus hasn’t been easy.

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Fox News' split screen spills into view

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 22:12:32 -0000

Don Lemon may just be the luckiest man in cable TV. The “CNN This Morning” co-anchor set the media and political worlds ablaze yesterday morning with his on-air suggestion that GOP presidential contender Nikki Haley wasn’t “in her prime” at age 51. “A woman is considered to be in their prime in [their] 20s and 30s and maybe 40s,” he said. Yet by day’s end, the vicious backlash to Lemon’s remarks had been stunningly eclipsed by blockbuster revelations about CNN’s chief rival, Fox News Channel, revealed in a new court filing made public in the $1.6 billion lawsuit over Fox’s coverage of the 2020 presidential election results.

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Officials search for best way to protect the nation’s power grid

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Government regulators and industry officials are debating how to secure the nation’s power grid against physical attacks, which have surged to a decade-high peak. Those discussions come as Democrats and climate change advocates press to expand the use of electricity and shift the nation’s energy consumption to renewables. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the different strategies and factors officials are considering. Plus, EPA administrator Michael Regan promises results after the Norfolk Southern train crash in Ohio.

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FDA advisers recommend over-the-counter naloxone

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, expert advisers to the FDA voted 19 to 0 that the agency should approve a non-prescription version of naloxone, an opioid overdose antidote, meaning it eventually could be sold in gas stations, grocery stores and convenience shops. Katherine Ellen Foley talks with host Carmen Paun about its potential impact.

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Why Nikki Haley could sneak through in 2024

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 20:04:03 -0000

Comets have staying power because they orbit the sun, while shooting stars burn up as they crash through the Earth’s atmosphere. The early take on Nikki Haley, who made her GOP presidential primary debut yesterday with a speech in Charleston, S.C., is that she’s more likely to shine brightly for a moment and then fall to Earth.

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White House and Tesla announce major EV charger deal

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, the Biden administration announced an agreement with Tesla that would open portions of its EV charging network to other carmakers’ electric vehicles. POLITICO’s James Bikales breaks down how the deal got done and why the White House hopes a more expansive network of EV charging stations will support its green tech goals. Plus, World Bank chief David Malpass announced he is leaving in June, months after a fumbling interview in which he seemed to cast doubt on climate change science.

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Kamala Harris’ mission to Munich

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 01:26:03 -0000

Tonight, VP Kamala Harris will board Air Force Two for the Munich Security Conference, the annual confab of global political, defense and intelligence leaders. It stands to be the most critical foreign trip of her vice presidency — at least since last year’s trip to Bavaria.

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Inside Biden’s new $27 billion green fund

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, the Biden administration unveiled details of the new Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, which will distribute $27 billion dollars in grants to meet the needs of low-income and minority communities that often face the worst effects of pollution. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down the fund’s details and how it targets a Biden campaign promise. Plus, EU officials met with executives from US and European LNG companies to help European member countries meet their natural gas needs.

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Making public the private equities associated with nursing homes

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration is proposing new rules that would require more transparency about the owners, managers and contractors at nursing homes, in part to better understand private equity's impact on the industry. Daniel Payne talks with host Ruth Reader about the proposal, which could take effect this summer.

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Plan B talks on debt limit go underground

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:23:49 -0000

The biggest subplot of the slowest-moving story In Washington — the partisan standoff over the federal debt ceiling — has so far centered on whether, absent a deal between President Joe Biden and Speaker Kevin McCarthy, moderate House Republicans might somehow band together with House Democrats to avoid a catastrophic default. Plus, it’s consumer price index day in DC, and once again, the economy faces an interesting conundrum.

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Does Biden’s green agenda have a China problem?

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Republicans are expressing concerns that President Biden’s climate policies could end up benefiting companies tied to China. The incentives in the Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law are pushing America away from fossil fuels too quickly, they argue, which means using China’s clean energy supply chain. Democrats counter that those laws are aimed at building up the U.S. manufacturing base to ease the country’s dependence on China’s sector. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Kelsey Tamborrino analyze the GOP’s strategy and what experts say about China’s role in the American clean energy transition. Plus, the Treasury Department issues guidance on climate law incentives for low-income and coal communities.

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A step toward better data sharing

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

On Monday, the Department of Health and Human Services celebrated another step in helping patients get easier access to their own health data. Ruth Reader talks with host Ben Leonard about the new pilot program.

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Mystery craft gets a Super Bowl Sunday splash

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 19:58:37 -0000

For the fourth time in eight days, the U.S. shot down a flying object yesterday. The Pentagon said an F-16 fighter jet took the object down with a Sidewinder missile at around 20,000 feet after determining that it posed no “kinetic military threat” but could potentially interfere with flight safety or conduct surveillance.

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Why Biden is funding Nevada’s lofty EV vision

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The state of Nevada wants to develop an electric vehicle ecosystem — from mining critical minerals to the actual manufacturing of the vehicles. And that vision is something the Biden administration is heavily investing in. E&E News reporter David Ferris breaks down Nevada’s vision and why the Biden administration is supporting it. Plus, EPA is delivering another $1 billion in Superfund spending from the bipartisan infrastructure law.

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Contrarian scientists question Biden’s cancer moonshot

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Congress has appropriated $1.8 billion for the “cancer moonshot” Biden began in 2016, and positive reaction to Biden’s recent request for more suggests it’s eager to maintain the momentum. But cancer researchers are less unified about the moonshot than Washington policymakers. Erin Schumaker talks with host Katherine Ellen Foley about Biden's cancer moonshot.

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McConnell vs. Scott, part LVII

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 20:07:05 -0000

And Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell on Florida Republican Sen. Rick Scott's “Rescue America” plan, which states, “All federal legislation sunsets in 5 years,” with no exceptions for Social Security and Medicare: “This is a bad idea. I think it will be a challenge for him to deal with this in his own reelection in Florida, a state with more elderly people than any other state in America.”

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How the White House is selling the Inflation Reduction Act to America

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration is hitting the road to tout the Inflation Reduction Act ahead of a potential reelection campaign. But according to polls, the law remains relatively unknown to most Americans. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down how the Biden administration plans to increase awareness. Plus, the Energy Department is granting a $2 billion loan for electric vehicle battery materials.

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Could these new legal theories reverse abortion bans?

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Host Alice Miranda Ollstein talks with Josh Gerstein about a federal judge’s recent suggestion that a constitutional right to abortion could be conferred by the 13th Amendment.

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Hope, or Lucy with the football?

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 20:48:51 -0000

As President Joe Biden visits Florida today, “he’s bringing more than just talking points,” writes Gary Fineout. “Biden will be giving beleaguered Florida Democrats a glimmer of hope that the rest...

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The growing U.S. fears over China’s buildup near a Mideast oil hub

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Chinese state-owned companies are investing billions of dollars near the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest oil transitways. Some Western interests fear that China’s buildup could lay the groundwork for a future military presence in the region. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down why China’s commercial investment in the Middle East is causing national security worries for the U.S. Plus, a California lawmaker is restarting an effort to expand the state’s participation in the western regional energy grid.

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Court could ban abortion pills nationwide

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Doctors and advocates are urging people to pre-order and stockpile abortion pills while they still can in the face of a looming court decision that could wipe out access to the drugs nationwide. Host Ruth Reader talks with Alice Miranda Ollstein about the case.

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Teen drug deaths lead California schools to stock overdose reversal drug

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 04:26:22 -0000

Amid an influx of fentanyl into the state and a rise in teen overdose deaths, state lawmakers may soon require schools to keep Narcan on hand. Blake Jones talks with Ben Leonard about the new push in California.

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The SEC’s climate risk rule dilemma

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler is reportedly considering scaling back the historic 'climate risk disclosure' rule, which would require large companies to disclose the carbon emissions from their supply chain to customers. POLITICO’s Declan Harty breaks down the potential legal backlash if the rule is fully approved, why the SEC might soften the rule, and how environmental advocates might react if the regulation is scaled back. Plus, the International Energy Agency says growth in renewables will help stabilize emissions from the power sector — but not fast enough to meet climate goals.

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Inside Biden’s high-road SOTU

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 22:45:51 -0000

In his prior trips to the House rostrum, President Joe Biden was flanked by symbols of unified Democratic power in Washington: VP Kamala Harris over his right shoulder and then-Speaker Nancy Pelosi over his left.

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Why the West is struggling to solve its Colorado River problem

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Last week, the seven Western states that rely on the Colorado River failed to find consensus on a water conservation plan, leading to a potential intervention by the Biden administration to avoid a water and power catastrophe. POLITICO’s Annie Snider unpacks the tricky politics of the water dispute and how it may mirror future political battles over adapting to climate change. Plus, racially-motivated extremists have been charged for plotting an attack on Baltimore's power grid.

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Former FDA chief David Kessler reflects on Covid

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0000

Adam Cancryn tells Ben Leonard about his exit interview with David Kessler, who reflected on nearly three years of fighting a pandemic as President Joe Biden’s chief science officer — and the political fallout. Plus, Rep. David Schweikert (R-Ariz.), co-chair of the Telehealth Caucus, on how technology can become a bigger part of health care delivery.

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China deflates Biden’s SOTU swagger

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 20:46:24 -0000

When President Joe Biden ascends the House rostrum tomorrow to deliver his State of the Union address, the buzz will hover tens of thousands of feet higher, where a Chinese surveillance balloon floated until it was shot down Saturday off the South Carolina coast.

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Why the EU’s green industry plan could escalate the global subsidy fight

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The European Commission unveiled the Green Deal Industrial Plan last week in hopes of countering America’s Inflation Reduction Act amid fears the IRA could drive business across the Atlantic to the United States. However, the plan from the European Commission already faces major criticisms, including that Europe might be waging a subsidy race it can’t win. POLITICO Europe’s Sam Stolton breaks down Europe’s plan. Plus, the Treasury Department settles on a standard for EV tax credits that automakers were campaigning for.

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More regulation could be coming for cannabis

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 13:00:00 -0000

With public opinion turning pro-legalization, 21 states now permit cannabis use for medical reasons or for recreation. Another 16 allow medical marijuana. But policymakers overseeing legalization were flying surprisingly blind about its effect on public health. Ben Leonard talks with Megan Wilson about the recent data on health impacts and the reaction from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.

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Feb. 3, 2023: Worries balloon over Chinese spying

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 20:22:01 -0000

We have our first taste of how different conducting foreign policy will be for President Joe Biden now that Republicans control the House.

The Pentagon revealed Thursday afternoon that it has detected and is tracking a large Chinese spy balloon floating in the stratosphere above Montana, where it was surveilling a nuclear missile base. The balloon, which entered U.S. airspace on Tuesday, is well above the altitude at which commercial aircraft fly, and Pentagon Press Secretary Brig. Gen. Pat Ryder insisted that it “does not present a military or physical threat to people on the ground.”

Officials also noted that it’s not the first time one of these balloons has been spotted in American airspace in recent years — including during the Trump administration. But another official said the balloon has lingered longer than the others.

“It is appearing to hang out for a long period of time this time around, more persistent than in previous instances,” the official said.

D.C.-based China correspondent Phelim Kine joins to break down the reaction from Washington in the midst of already high tensions with China.

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Can the US win the carbon management race?

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The federal government is investing billions of dollars into developing the carbon management sector. The US hopes to become a global leader in the tech that could become critical to fighting climate change rather than playing catch up like it did with wind and solar. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down how the US is trying to win the carbon management race. Plus, the Energy Department says no taxpayer funding has been provided to companies for battery production operations in China.

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FTC cracks down on GoodRx

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0000

In a first-of-its-kind enforcement action, the Federal Trade Commission on Wednesday said it reached agreement with GoodRx on a fine and remedies after the prescription discount site shared customers’ health data with Google, Facebook and other third parties. Ruth Reader talks with Megan Messerly about why, if the court agrees, the decision could upend the business models of online businesses that routinely use or sell data to better target users with services and advertising.

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Can a gas company help Puerto Rico reach a green goal?

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Puerto Rico’s 100% renewable energy target is attainable, according to a new study by the Department of Energy. But the island’s residents are nervous that a new contract with natural gas company New Fortress Energy will jeopardize chances of reaching that goal. New Fortress Energy will take over the island’s power plants system, and residents – who are already wary of more privatization of the power system – worry the company isn’t committed to greening its grid. POLITICO’s Gloria Gonzalez breaks down how Puerto Rico’s power privatization deal casts a shadow over its renewable energy goals. Plus, the Biden administration advanced the proposed ConocoPhillips Willow oil project in Alaska.

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Deciding the fate of millions on Medicaid

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

As of Wednesday, states can start reevaluating whether the millions of Americans who have remained covered by Medicaid during the pandemic are still eligible for those health insurance benefits. Megan Messerly talks with Erin Schumaker about how we got here and the approaches some states may take.

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EPA rocks Pebble Mine plan with veto

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency used a rare authority on Monday to effectively veto the development of Pebble Mine, a proposed copper and gold mine in a remote region of southwest Alaska that has been fought over by mining interests, natives and environmentalists for decades. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down EPA’s decision and the reaction. Plus, Exxon Mobil warns of a possible fuel price surge this year.

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The end of the Covid emergency is near, and Pfizer reveals its post-PHE plans

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration will end the Covid-19 national and public health emergencies on May 11. Daniel Payne talks with Ruth Reader about this major step, meant to signal that the crisis era of the pandemic is over. Plus, Katherine Ellen Foley on the four biggest takeaways from Pfizer’s earnings call.

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Why you shouldn't expect much from the Biden-McCarthy summit

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 13:10:00 -0000

President Joe Biden and Rep. Kevin McCarthy are scheduled to meet today in the Oval Office at 3:15 p.m. Keep your expectations in check.

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Offshore wind’s new image problem: whale deaths

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

A string of whale deaths along the New York and New Jersey coasts are increasing tensions between environmental groups, energizing Republicans and threatening the development of the offshore wind industry. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down the controversy. Plus, a new government watchdog report found that the Tennessee Valley Authority needs to step up its efforts to manage climate-related risks.

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Lobbyists quake as Sanders takes Senate panel's helm

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000

Megan Wilson talks with Katherine Ellen Foley about the rumors spooking health care lobbyists on K St. about incoming Senate HELP Committee Chair Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.).

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The House GOP’s growing pains

Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:29:24 -0000

One month into the House Republican majority, a clear picture is emerging of the problems Speaker Kevin McCarthy will face managing his slim, five-seat majority. (That is, if the chaotic speaker election didn’t make things clear enough.)

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Why the GOP’s SPR bills are really about Biden

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

House Republicans passed a messaging bill on Friday intended to limit President Joe Biden’s ability to release oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve. And though the bill will likely not make it past the Senate or Biden, the legislation is part of a broader GOP effort to attack the White House’s energy and climate policies. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Kelsey Tamborrino break down the GOP’s messaging effort and what’s next for the House Republican energy agenda. Plus, FERC streamlined environmental reviews for three fossil fuel projects - marking the first decisive move on natural gas infrastructure under acting chair Willie Phillips.

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The start of the FDA's pivot in immunization strategy

Mon, 30 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Katherine Ellen Foley talks with Ben Leonard about what we know and what we don't about the FDA’s recent decision making on the future of Covid-19 vaccines.

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Manchin takes aim at Treasury over EV tax credit

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, Sen. Joe Manchin proposed legislation that would delay implementing new tax credits for electric vehicles until strict new battery and domestic sourcing requirements are put in place. Manchin’s legislation adds to broader tensions over the EV tax credits, as foreign allies are critical of the program. POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder breaks down Manchin’s stance and whether his bill will receive broader support in Congress. Plus, the Biden administration banned mining in over 225,000 acres of Minnesota wilderness for the next 20 years, dealing a blow to a planned copper mine.

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Inside Amazon's new prescription subscription

Fri, 27 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Amazon is launching a prescription subscription service called RxPass - which for $5 per month, allows existing Prime members to get eligible generic prescription medications. Ruth Reader talks with Alice Miranda Ollstein about the service, which competes with discount drug companies like Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drug Company and GoodRx, as well as online prescription delivery services from bigger pharmacy brands like CVS.

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Why this debt ceiling showdown is different

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 19:46:28 -0000

Across party lines and perspectives from both ends of Pennsylvania Avenue, those who lived through the 2011 showdown agree on one thing: This time feels different — and they are terrified that it will end with the country in financial ruin, as Eugene Daniels and Adam Cancryn report this morning.

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Price surge and proposed fix spark chaos in PJM power market

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Grid operator PJM Interconnection's efforts to fix what it believes to be an error in itsDecember auction is now dividing regulators, consumer advocates and power providers. PJM believed power prices for customers were artificially inflated, so it decided to delay posting the auction results and asked federal regulators to allow it to change the auction rules. But critics say that move could generate a potential windfall for power producers. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the messy fight. Plus, EPA rejected applications to keep unlined coal ash ponds open at six power plants.

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Lawsuit asks whether social media companies are responsible for mental health issue

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0000

A federal court in California could decide whether social media firms need to pay for the damage they’ve allegedly done to Americans’ mental health. Ruth Reader talks with Carmen Paun about the consolidated complaint, which will test a novel legal theory on product liability. Plus, Krista Mahr breaks down what we know about the newly named members of the Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.

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George Santos has $199 problems

Thu, 26 Jan 2023 00:27:09 -0000

On Tuesday, Kevin McCarthy officially booted Reps. Adam Schiff and Eric Swalwell from the House Intelligence Committee. In a letter that was short on details about the two California Democrats’ sins, the new House speaker referred to “integrity,” “honesty” and “credibility” as driving his decision. Data reporter Jessica Piper reports this morning on some rather unusual disbursements included in Rep. George Santos’ campaign finance reports.

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Why Pennsylvania’s energy transition has a tax problem

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

America’s energy transition away from fossil fuels is producing economic losers. In Pennsylvania, those losses are largely because of the state’s unique tax code. Pennsylvania is quickly transitioning from coal mining to natural gas drilling, but the state is losing tax revenue as a result. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman breaks down coal country’s bumpy transition. Plus, New York’s grid operator is warning developers to stop lobbying to win a lucrative Long Island transmission project.

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Rebranding rift guts Blue Dog Dem ranks

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 18:25:36 -0000

Our colleagues Ally Mutnick and Sarah Ferris have an exclusive report on the rift that is splitting the influential Blue Dog Coalition nearly in half following an internal dispute over whether to rebrand the moderate Democratic group. Seven of the 15 members, including Reps. Abigail Spanberger (D-Va.) and Mikie Sherill (D-N.J.), are on their way out, which will leave the group with only men as its members and the smallest roster in decades.

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GOP criticizes Biden’s climate law as red districts reap its rewards

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

A new POLITICO analysis found that roughly two-thirds of major clean energy projects announced since the Inflation Reduction Act went into law are located in districts whose Republican lawmakers opposed the legislation. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Kelsey Tamborrino discuss how the Inflation Reduction Act sparked billions of dollars in investment flowing to red districts. Plus, Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said President Joe Biden would veto new SPR legislation from House Republicans expected this week.

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Manchin looms large over a post-Glick FERC

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Under acting chair Willie Phillips, FERC could move to consider the climate and environmental justice impacts of projects the agency approves, including fossil fuel infrastructure. But that’s a direction Senator Joe Manchin doesn’t like, which is a major reason why former FERC chair Richard Glick didn’t get a re-confirmation hearing last year. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down FERC’s direction under Phillips and Manchin’s looming influence. Plus, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission has officially approved the first advanced small nuclear reactor design in the United States.

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Biden's presidency hits the two-year mark

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 23:17:54 -0000

President Joe Biden was sworn in two years ago today. To mark the occasion, White House Comms Director Kate Bedingfield is sending congressional Dems and other allies this “Cheat Sheet” of the president’s accomplishments to tout.

It’s worth a read to understand the emerging Biden reelection message — note the heavy emphasis on a manufacturing renaissance — which these talking points contend “is in contrast to MAGA Republicans in Congress who are creating chaos and proposing an extreme and divisive agenda.”

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The Arizona transmission model that defied permitting obstacles

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, top Biden administration officials attended the groundbreaking of Ten West Link, a major Arizona transmission project, which could be a model for the shift toward renewables and how future lines can make it through the difficult permitting process. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse and James Bikales discuss the importance of Ten West Link and its potential impact on future transmission projects. Plus, environmental advocates sue the Biden administration for approving a proposed oil export terminal in the Gulf of Mexico.

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19Jan23 GlobalInsider Davos Confidential 4

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 23:34:39 -0000

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Meet House Oversight’s new brawlers

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 18:44:30 -0000

McCarthy this week rewarded Trump’s most bombastic allies — including some of the members who initially opposed him as speaker — with seats on the high-profile House Oversight Committee, ground zero for the GOP’s investigations of President Joe Biden.

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Is Europe winning the energy war with Russia?

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Europe is faring better than anyone expected in its energy war with Russia -- and President Vladimir Putin's attempt to leverage his country’s vast gas and oil resources is actually beginning to look like a losing strategy. POLITICO’s Charlie Cooper breaks down how, so far, Europe has managed to keep the lights and heat on without Russia. Plus, New FERC chair Willie Phillips is pledging a transmission push in line with President Joe Biden’s climate goals.

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Democratic Sen. Warner pushes for health cybersecurity legislation

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0000

Sen. Mark Warner (D-Va.) is aiming to introduce health care cybersecurity legislation during the first quarter of 2023 that could set minimum standards for health care organizations to protect patient data from hacking threats. Ben Leonard talks with Lauren Gardner about his conversation with Sen. Warner with thoughts from some of biggest advocacy groups in the space, CHIME and AHA.

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What McCarthy gave up, drafting DeSantis and more

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:03:26 -0000

NBC’s Scott Wong and Kyle Stewart did the work on putting together a comprehensive list of where all of the antagonizers who slowed McCarthy’s ascension to the speakership ended up after committee assignments were settled Tuesday. And Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is getting prodded to jump into the 2024 presidential primary field from an unexpected — and distant — camp: Michigan Republicans.

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18Jan2023 Global Insider Davos Confidential Day 3

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 16:39:31 -0000

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No, the feds aren’t coming for your gas stoves

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration isn't proposing a federal ban on gas stoves but that didn’t stop conservative pundits and lawmakers from expressing alarm about such a move in the latest fight in the culture wars. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down why this gas stove issue started, and what the right’s gas stove freakout is really about. Plus, the Interior Department is shaking up which of its agencies will manage renewable energy responsibilities.

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The Biden admin's big plans for airplane toilets

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration plans to widen the testing of bathroom waste for Covid variants and other pathogens when international flights arrive. Krista Mahr talks with Megan Messerly about collecting wastewater samples from long-haul flights, which administration officials and public health experts see as part of a revolution in biosafety infrastructure, and a critical plank of national security in the post-pandemic era.

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17Jan23 Playbook Daily Briefing Ad Free

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:55:05 -0000

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17Jan23 Global Insider Davos Confidential Day 2

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:47:16 -0000

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13Jan23 Playbook Deep Dive Michael Podhorzer

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:19:52 -0000

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17Jan23 POLITICO Pulse Check

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:15:17 -0000

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13Jan23 POLITICO Pulse Check

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:14:30 -0000

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16Jan23 Global Insider Davos Confidential Day1

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:11:01 -0000

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Why the DOE might loan millions to a controversial mine project

Tue, 17 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Last week, the Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office conditionally agreed to provide a $700 million loan to a controversial lithium mining project in Nevada. The site would extract critical minerals crucial to meeting President Joe Biden’s clean energy goals, but has drawn significant environmental concerns. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the debate over the project and why the loan office is expected to be a major oversight focus of the GOP-controlled House. Plus, FERC is expected to vote on a final rule to strengthen utility cybersecurity standards.

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Why a partisan SPR messaging bill got bipartisan support

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, the House of Representatives passed legislation with strong bipartisan support aimed at preventing oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve from being shipped to China. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Ben Lefebvre discuss the legislation’s bipartisan appeal, prospects in the Senate, impact on China, and how it fits into the GOP’s energy priorities in the new Congress. Plus, the Biden administration plans to update offshore renewable energy regulations.

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The U.S. green supply chain is expanding in a big way

Thu, 12 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

Since President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act into law, clean energy companies like Q Cells are pouring billions of dollars into investments to build out the sector’s domestic manufacturing. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down what’s going on in the sector and why it’s still facing supply constraints. Plus, the chair of the Consumer Product Safety Commission disavowed chatter about a national gas stove ban.

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Inside Biden’s plan to cut emissions in transportation

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, the Biden administration released a plan to guide the U.S. to eliminate carbon emissions from the transportation sector, the leading emitter of U.S. greenhouse gasses warming the planet, by 2050. That blueprint includes spending billions of public dollars to expand the use of electric vehicles and low-carbon fuels. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the details of the administration’s plan and its challenges. Plus, President Joe Biden appointed Elizabeth Klein to lead the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management, which has drawn criticism from Republicans and some Democrats for its lack of oil lease sales.

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The brewing House GOP energy fight

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 14:00:00 -0000

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is hardly seen as an advocate for climate change policy, but he’s been more open to addressing the issue than many others in the GOP. And the concessions he made to House conservatives last week to secure his new role are likely to complicate any future party-line energy package. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino and Josh Siegel discuss what’s in store. Plus, a new study concludes that human-driven climate change contributed to drought in the western United States.

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POLITICO Energy: EPA’s proposed soot rule: Too far, or not far enough?

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

The EPA has proposed lowering the annual average soot exposure limit, predicting such a move would yield tens of billions of dollars per year in public health benefits. But the proposal, which would overturn a Trump-era decision that left the regulation unchanged, is already drawing criticism from industry, even though it fell short of environmentalists' expectations. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén reports.

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POLITICO Energy: Why Biden’s interim FERC chair pick is controversial

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration has named FERC commissioner Willie Phillips as interim chair of the commission, a decision that isn’t without controversy. Environmental justice groups and renewable industry interests have long lobbied for the more progressive FERC commissioner Allison Clements to be named chair. Phillips, the more moderate choice, is viewed by some environmental groups as too accommodating to utilities and gas companies. POLITICO’s Cat Morehouse explains the impact Biden’s decision to elevate Phillips — even temporarily — could have on FERC’s agenda.

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POLITICO Energy: Biden’s EV tax credit plan draws mixed reviews

Thu, 05 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Before 2022 came to a close, the Treasury Department released new rules regarding electric vehicle tax credits offered in the Inflation Reduction Act. The law contained “Made in America” requirements that rankled the European Union and other trading partners, who said the provisions would disadvantage their EV manufacturers and other clean tech industries. The Biden Administration is now showing some flexibility in how it will implement the revised EV tax credits, but it may not be enough to satisfy critics. POLITICO’s Doug Palmer reports.

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POLITICO Energy: Biden wades into the WOTUS saga

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 10:00:00 -0000

Ever since Congress passed the Clean Water Act more than fifty years ago, the EPA, the White House and the Supreme Court have wrestled over what legally constitutes “Waters of the United States.” This past Friday, the Biden administration finalized a rule to expand protections from the Clean Water Act nationwide, but the Supreme Court’s decision in an upcoming case could complicate the situation. POLITICO’s Annie Snider reports.

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Why the U.S. power grid is facing an alarming surge in attacks

Tue, 03 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0000

People are shooting, sabotaging and vandalizing the nation’s power system at a pace unseen in at least a decade, according to DOE data analyzed by POLITICO. Pro’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the alarming trend and how federal regulators are responding, especially as the Biden administration and Congress seek to expand the power grid to accommodate renewable energy and electric vehicles.

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POLITICO Pulse Check: Health care AI

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 21:09:02 -0000

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Playbook Daily Briefing: Dec. 23, 2022

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 21:06:54 -0000

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Geothermal energy is poised to grow. The oil industry wants in.

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Geothermal energy — the technology that harnesses the heat beneath the Earth’s crust — is poised for growth due to an influx of federal funding, advances in technology, state incentives and interest from the Biden administration and the oil and gas sector. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down why geothermal energy is drawing fresh interest now and the different regulatory, financial and technological obstacles it still faces. Plus, the Senate passed a $1.7 trillion government funding bill on Thursday, sending the package to the House for approval today ahead of a midnight deadline.

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Playbook Daily Briefing: Dec. 22 2022

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 02:11:24 -0000

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What to know about New York’s new climate plan

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0000

On Monday, an influential New York panel adopted a road map of climate and clean energy measures designed tohelp the state meet its ambitious green goals. But several concerns remain about the implementation of New York’s plan. POLITICO’s Marie French breaks down the state’s new climate effort and unanswered questions. Plus, environmental groups are suing the Interior Department to stop the planned Cook Inlet oil lease sale.

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Playbook Deep Dive Rep. Don Beyer's Energy

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 19:24:49 -0000

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POLITICO Energy: California's collision over climate

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:13:45 -0000

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Playbook Daily Briefing: Dec. 21, 2022

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:10:23 -0000

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Playbook Daily Briefing: Dec. 20, 2022

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:09:29 -0000

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Playbook Daily Briefing: Dec. 19, 2022

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:07:59 -0000

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POLITICO Energy: Mixing like oil and water over chemical recycling

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:05:50 -0000

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POLITICO Playbook Daily Briefing: McCarthy's ongoing battle for speaker

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 17:01:53 -0000

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POLITICO Energy: Glick on, Glick off FERC

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:59:00 -0000

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POLITICO Energy: More money more fish

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:27:18 -0000

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Dec. 14, 2022: What Africa wants from Biden

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 18:03:55 -0000

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The nuclear fusion breakthrough that could change clean energy

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 18:03:44 -0000

After decades of research, US scientists can now create a nuclear fusion reaction that produces more energy than the reaction requires. The breakthrough means that decades from now, nuclear fusion could become a source of clean, inexpensive energy that doesn’t create long-lived radioactive waste or worsen global warming. However, the technology still faces many obstacles to commercial use, namely money. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and Josh Siegel break down what to know about DOE’s experiment and how lawmakers are reacting. Plus, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer vows to vote on a permitting proposal as an amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act.

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Why greens see New York’s partial crypto mining ban as a model

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Last month, New York passed the first partial ban on cryptocurrency mining in the nation, which is sending ripple effects throughout the digital currency industry and also encouraging environmentalists to push for similar measures across the nation. POLITICO’s Marie French breaks down the ban and what it means for New York, environmentalists and the industry overall. Plus, a new report from EPA says the average fuel economy of 2021 model vehicles sold in the U.S. remained flat as purchases of less efficient vehicles have ramped up.

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Dec. 13, 2022: So much for that SBF testimony

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Today’s House Financial Services Committee hearing on the collapse of the FTX cryptocurrency exchange will go on as scheduled without its star witness: Former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, who was arrested in the Bahamas on Monday at the behest of U.S. prosecutors who have secured indictments on a range of fraud charges.

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Why Democrats won’t change EV tax credits despite allies’ anger

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000

European and Asian allies are furious at the Biden administration for being cut out of the lucrative U.S. tax credits for electric vehicles. While President Joe Biden has promised to address the situation, he’s pretty limited in what he can do. And congressional Democrats say they have no regrets. POLITICO’s Steven Overly breaks down why Democrats are unrepentant as US trading partners fume over the EV credits. Plus, the House Oversight Committee has accused oil companies of ‘lying’ about climate actions.

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Dec. 12, 2022: Reading the omnibus tea leaves, SBF heads to DC and more

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 14:00:00 -0000

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A major legal defeat for Trump

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:00:29 -0000

The 11th Circuit delivered a unanimous opinion shutting down the special master review of the documents that the FBI seized from Mar-a-Lago and dismissing Donald Trump's civil lawsuit over the matter. The opinion was an embarrassing rebuke of U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon, who was widely criticized for indulging what legal scholars across the ideological spectrum described as Trump’s specious arguments.

The appeals court did not think the case was even a close call. “This appeal requires us to consider whether the district court had jurisdiction to block the United States from using lawfully seized records in a criminal investigation,” the opinion began. “The answer is no.”

Plus, tech reporter Rebecca Kern stops by for the latest update on Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, including his endorsement of possible GOP 2024 presidential contender Ron DeSantis, his possible spat with Apple and CEO Tim Cook and the future of anti-trust legislation.

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Is Richard Glick about to leave FERC?

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:00:00 -0000

FERC Chair Richard Glick recused himself from a major clean energy order this week, signaling he may be leaving his position at the regulatory agency. Former commissioners and agency officials have told POLITICO that the recusal could be driven by a desire to avoid conflicts of interest with potential future endeavors. Glick was renominated to FERC by President Joe Biden after his term expired in June, but has not received a Senate hearing amid opposition from Sen. Joe Manchin. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel and Catherine Morehouse discuss the recusal, the possibility of Manchin changing his mind and how other Democrats are reacting to a potential FERC split. Plus, a New Jersey town received the first grant from a new FEMA program to reduce flood risk.

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The states making another run at expanding Medicaid in 2023

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Democratic governors in North Carolina and Kansas are set to take another run at expanding Medicaid next year. Megan Messerly talks with Megan Wilson about how increased federal incentives and Medicaid expansion advocates have gradually worn down traditional GOP opposition.

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What retiring Rep. Fred Upton thinks about the future of energy policy

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Retiring Rep. Fred Upton has been a major player in the energy and climate space for years, previously chairing the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee and soon leaving behind a record of bipartisan legislation. The Michigan Republican sat down with POLITICO Energy‘s Josh Siegel to reflect on Upton’s 36-year tenure in the House, what he thinks about the current energy crisis and what a GOP-led House could do on energy policy.

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Could regenerative agriculture generate a bipartisan Farm Bill breakthrough?

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:10:32 -0000

Starting next year, Congress will need to pass the farm bill, a large funding bill renewed every five years that has a major impact on the agriculture industry and farmers' livelihoods. Democrats are fighting to make farming more climate-friendly - a proposition Republicans are likely to reject. A farming practice called regenerative agriculture might satisfy both parties’ interests. POLITICO’s Garrett Downs explains regenerative agriculture and its bipartisan appeal. Plus, the Treasury Department has unveiled labor guidance for companies seeking clean energy tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act.

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The Hill's big choice: Omnibus or struggle bus?

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:10:00 -0000

The four congressional leaders spent over an hour with President Joe Biden in the Roosevelt Room on Tuesday, and when they emerged from the White House and spoke to reporters, something unusual happened: They all agreed.

What they agreed on was something that appeared awfully iffy earlier this week: that the lame-duck Congress should negotiate and pass an omnibus appropriations bill in the coming weeks.

Plus, national politics reporter Natalie Allison stops by for an update on the Senate runoff election between Sen. Raphael Warnock and GOP challenger Herschel Walker.

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How Tulsa, Oklahoma embodies the U.S. struggle to mitigate climate risk

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000

While billions of new federal tax dollars are earmarked to help people leave climate vulnerable areas, a POLITICO investigation found that those programs often fail because of inconsistencies and bureaucracy. But Washington needs to create a solution soon since the impact of natural disasters on real estate, public infrastructure, and insurance is increasing. POLITICO’s Zack Colman discusses how the city of Tulsa, Oklahoma has tried to mitigate the risk and if the federal government is ready to confront how climate change is impacting housing. Plus, the Interior Department proposed a new rule aimed at reducing the venting and flaring of methane from oil and gas production on federal lands.

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These 'Abortion Pirates' want equal access to abortion pills worldwide

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000

Doctors, researchers and women’s activists convened in Riga, Latvia, to explore ways to use pills to circumvent anti-abortion laws. Emily Schultheis talks with Ruth Reader about this network of activists that is becoming increasingly international.

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Crucial deadlines loom for Puerto Rico’s power system

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Puerto Rico’s fragile power system, which is still recovering from multiple hurricanes and years of electricity problems, faces important deadlines this week that could determine which entities are responsible for restoring the grid. POLITICO’S Gloria Gonzalez breaks down how the grid operator and Puerto Rico’s government are responding, and why the island’s power grid faces an uncertain future.

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The challenges of long Covid and federal disability policies

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Last year, the Department of Health and Human Services declared that long Covid can be classified as a disability under federal law, opening up protections and accommodations that extend into the workplace. POLITICO labor reporter Nick Niedzwiadek joins Katherine Ellen Foley to discuss how gaps between what the law requires of employers and the on-the-ground reality factor into how people with long Covid can receive disability assistance if merited and be productive employees if possible.

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How a stalled Minnesota mining project challenges Biden’s clean energy goals

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Beneath the northeastern Minnesota woods lie massive deposits of copper, nickel and cobalt that the Twin Metals company wants to mine. Mining those critical minerals would help the clean energy industry grow to meet the Biden administration’s climate change goals. But the administration has rejected plans to build the mine because of risks to the environmentally sensitive site – a decision that has drawn charges of hypocrisy from Republicans. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down the politics behind the stalled Minnesota mining project. Plus, the Biden administration has approved an oil export terminal in the Gulf of Mexico over some local environmental and public health concerns.

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Long Covid’s funding shortfall

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:06:23 -0000

Ruth Reader and Katherine Ellen Foley discuss the impact on long Covid treatments if the new congress doesn’t approve additional funding for Covid-19 research.

The Biden administration has asked Congress for more than $9 billion in additional funding for Covid-19 that would go toward next-generation vaccine development and long Covid research, a poorly understood, chronic condition affecting millions of Americans. But the incoming divided Congress is unlikely to back federal requests funding research into viable treatments for long Covid and big pharma has yet to launch major studies. An ongoing medical debate about what exactly long Covid is means the industry doesn’t yet have a specific target for therapeutic treatment research.

Without further funds, the fledgling research on potential treatments may come to a standstill.

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Inside California’s new climate change strategy

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 18:01:17 -0000

Last week, California’s air quality regulation agency laid out steps for the state to reach carbon neutrality by 2045 that lean on clean energy, driving, carbon capture, and forestry. However, state officials have acknowledged that some of those goals are potentially unreachable, and environmental groups have argued that the plan isn't doing enough. POLITICO’s Camille von Kaenel breaks down the takeaways from California's new climate plan and what greens are asking for. Plus, EPA has floated a significant increase to the contested social cost of carbon.

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Sen. Markey vs. Musk’s Twitter: The freed bird might get its wings clipped

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:57:43 -0000

There are some members of Congress who have famously struggled to understand the online world. Sen. Ed Markey (D-Mass.) prides himself on not only understanding the internet, but also for passing some of the key legislation that he likes to say helped lay the foundation for the digital revolution.

More recently, Markey has been leading fights to enhance online privacy and regulate social media. So when Elon Musk took over Twitter recently, Markey was paying close attention to see what kinds of changes the richest man in the world might bring to the platform.

The two men have a little history: they previously tussled over safety issues with self-driving technology in Musk’s Tesla electric vehicles. The Muskification of Twitter was equally concerning to the senator. But it was when Musk unveiled a plan to sell blue check marks — the Twitter verification symbol that prevents users from masquerading as other people and corporations — that Markey started to get really worried. What followed turned Markey into Musk’s chief tormentor in Washington.

In this week’s Playbook Deep Dive, host and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza went up to Sen. Markey’s office on Capitol Hill to find out what it’s like to be in a Twitter war with the self described chief twit, and what might come next in this escalating confrontation.

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Countries reach historic ‘loss and damage’ agreement at COP27

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 15:06:33 -0000

The United Nations climate change conference, COP27, finished Sunday with a historic deal to create a global loss and damage fund. That new pool of money would be collected from richer nations that have historically contributed to climate change and distributed to countries that have already suffered irreversible climate damage. But, even though the agreement was considered a huge win, climate advocates still weren’t totally pleased since the final text also included a nod to natural gas. POLITICO Europe’s Karl Mathiesen breaks down his main takeaways from COP27, the details of this historic deal, and how climate advocates are reacting.

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The debate over RSV's unprecedented surge and children's health

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 14:56:24 -0000

Katherine Ellen Foley talks with Krista Mahr about why the rise of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in infants 6 months and younger is worse this season compared to previous seasons. This statement comes after the Children’s Hospital Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics asked the Biden administration to declare a public health emergency over the surging caseloads filling pediatric hospitals.

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Why venture capital for health technology startups is tanking

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 23:57:12 -0000

Ben Leonard talks with Ruth Reader about why venture capitalists are pulling back on investments in health tech because of recession fears and rising interest rates — threatening a period of stasis in medical innovation.

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EPA issues permitting hurdles for troubled U.S. Virgin Island refinery

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 23:54:08 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency announced on Thursday that a troubled oil refinery on St. Croix in the U.S. Virgin Islands, which shut down last year after raining oil droplets on the island's majority-Black residents, may take years to meet new permitting requirements to restart operations. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the backstory of the plant, what EPA says needs to be done before it can restart, and the Biden administration’s environmental justice concerns. Plus, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation says that the U.S. power grid faces 'unprecedented' reliability risks this winter.

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Dems want answers from Musk’s Twitter

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 23:51:25 -0000

On Thursday, as the 5 p.m. deadline approached for employees to decide whether they were “hardcore” enough to stick it out at Elon Musk's Twitter, reports started to trickle out that Musk’s ultimatum had backfired spectacularly. The second big development was that six Democratic senators wrote to the Federal Trade Commission asking it to investigate whether Musk broke the law. Tech reporter Rebecca Kern stops by the recap the latest in Twitter world.

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For Congress, health privacy is top of mind

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:26:22 -0000

Politicians on both sides of the aisle agree that more safeguards are needed to protect Americans’ health data. The urgency level has risen as data collection online has grown, states have begun enforcing abortion bans and cyberattacks have increased. Ruth Reader talks with Carmen Paun about the multitude of views that lawmakers, lobbyists and the Biden administration have on how to protect health data, particularly data not covered by the federal health privacy law, HIPAA.

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The end of the military's Covid-19 vaccination requirement?

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:23:00 -0000

The military’s Covid-19 vaccine requirement could end if Republican senators succeed in amending the National Defense Authorization Act that’s expected to be taken up in the coming weeks. Megan Messerly talks with Grace Scullion about the legislation. Plus, Carmen Paun discusses the U.N.'s recognition of a huge milestone: the earth’s population now totals eight billion.

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The EU is now open to a climate damage fund. Is the U.S.?

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 00:17:57 -0000

At the climate change talks in Egypt on Wednesday, the European Union signaled openness to discussing the creation of a new loss and damage fund. The fund, which developing nations have been calling for, would create a new pool of money to disburse to poor countries that have suffered irreversible climate damage. After the EU’s new stance, the spotlight is now on the United States, which has been less clear on its position. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down the state of negotiations for the loss and damage fund and if the European Union’s new stance shifts the momentum. Plus, EPA’s watchdog has launched two probes into the Jackson water crisis. And, Ukraine has warned its allies that it may not be able to recover from more Russian attacks on the country’s energy systems.

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What a split Congress means for energy, climate policy

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 23:21:28 -0000

With Democrats controlling the Senate and Republicans likely holding a majority in the House during the next term of Congress, POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre and host Josh Siegel discuss 4 main energy policy areas to watch for: permitting, oversight, smaller opportunities for bipartisan collaboration, and the fight over Biden’s climate regulatory agenda. Plus, New York is considering a cap-and-invest program to meet its 2050 emissions target.

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Your guide to the next six weeks in Washington on health care

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 19:37:49 -0000

Grace Scullion talks with Lauren Gardner about the newest Covid funding request from President Biden, intense lobbying efforts on possible health care legislation, and a push by some key doctor and hospital groups asking for a public health emergency declaration for RSV.

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What a GOP House committee takeover means for climate, energy oversight

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 18:36:06 -0000

If Republicans win a narrow majority in the House as expected, a select group of GOP lawmakers will wield significant power as committee chairs for the next two years. According to their own words, those House Republicans plan to conduct a lot of oversight of Democrats’ energy and climate spending, the Biden administration’s green policies, and the Cabinet officials implementing them. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down what House GOP committee chairs plan to do and the actual impact on the administration. Plus, the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s newest regulator says the U.S. cannot ignore its nuclear waste problem as it looks to build new plants to help solve the climate crisis.

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The state Supreme Court races that gave anti-abortion groups a win

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 23:47:50 -0000

A pair of little-discussed Republican victories on Tuesday threaten to undermine abortion access in two states. Megan Messerly talks with Katherine Ellen Foley about why this highlights a bright spot for the GOP amid an otherwise challenging election night for anti-abortion groups.

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How a potentially divided government would affect health policy

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 23:46:02 -0000

Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), a gastroenterologist, is a contender to chair the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee if Republicans can eke out control of the Senate. Ben Leonard talks with Alice Miranda Ollstein about his recent conversation with Cassidy, who is a telehealth proponent and has repeatedly warned about hackers targeting hospitals and other health care organizations. Plus, Lauren Gardner takes Pulse Check's 60 second challenge.

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Will Biden’s COP27 speech silence skeptics worldwide?

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 23:37:29 -0000

On Friday, President Joe Biden boasted how his administration has taken “unprecedented” climate actions at home and abroad during a speech at COP27 in Egypt. But officials from developing countries remain skeptical that the United States will be able to deliver on the president’s pledges, with Biden facing an unsettled political situation at home following last week’s midterm elections. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down the president’s climate message to the world, new actions he announced and what skeptics are saying. Plus, the Environmental Protection Agency’s plan to sharply curb methane leaks from the oil and gas sector calls for more inspections and tightened restrictions to reduce flaring of the gas.

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Manchin puts his foot down on FERC

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

West Virginia Democrat Sen. Joe Manchin, the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chair, won’t hold a hearing this year on the nomination of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chair Richard Glick. Glick can still serve until the end of the year, but Manchin’s decision could deal a potentially major blow to FERC, a regulatory body that’s crucial to President Joe Biden’s climate agenda. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse breaks down Manchin’s decision and its impact on FERC and Biden’s green goals. Plus, Trump Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, whose tenure was plagued with scandals, will represent Montana in Congress next year.

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SCOTUS case could change who gets sued if a Medicaid recipient's rights are violated

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

A coming Supreme Court decision could have broad implications for who is accountable for ensuring individual rights to federally funded services are protected, including housing, foster care and nutrition. Ruth Reader talks with Grace Scullion about HHC v. Talevski. Plus, Chris Murray on the new study out of the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation at the University of Washington’s School of Medicine which estimates immunity to Covid by country.

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The fate of permitting negotiations is getting murky

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

In order to pass new energy permitting rules, Republicans will need to consider whether to work with Democrats in the lame-duck Congress or push their own plan in the next term if they succeed in taking control of the House. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the paths forward for permitting legislation and why Republicans may not seek a compromise. Plus, environmental groups are calling on Democrats to press ahead with ambitious climate policies after they outperformed expectations in the midterm elections.

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How motivating were abortion rights in the midterms?

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Pennsylvania's current Democratic attorney general Josh Shapiro was elected governor Tuesday night, and Pennsylvania Democratic Senate candidate John Fetterman won against Mehmet Oz. Both Shapiro and Fetterman made abortion rights central to their campaigns. Alice Miranda Ollstein talks with Ben Leonard about what we know and what we don't know so far about how motivating abortion rights were at the ballot box.

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Why populists are making climate change a culture war topic

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Far right or populist leaders across the world have co-opted climate change and made it part of their culture wars. They say the ongoing energy crisis was exacerbated by international institutions and green policies being promoted at global climate conferences like COP27. That’s alarmed green advocates, who say populism poses a major threat to addressing global warming. POLITICO’s Matt Daily breaks down the far right’s message and who is buying into it. Plus, it’s still unclear after Tuesday’s midterm elections who will control both the House and Senate.

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The U.S. flirts with climate reparations if China also pays

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

COP27, the 27th annual United Nations Climate Change Conference, kicked off on Sunday, and the U.S. appears to be showing a new willingness to pay loss and damage to nations already suffering from the ravages of climate change. But the stance appears to be predicated on one big caveat: China should also contributes, since it’s the leading greenhouse gas emitter and is expected to be so for decades. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down why the U.S. is now willing to pay climate reparations and what climate vulnerable countries are demanding. Plus, it’s Election Day and here’s what to expect for energy policy if Republicans take the House back.

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The non-abortion-related health care ballot measures to watch Tuesday

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

Although they haven't been focused on as much as abortion, other measures across the health care spectrum are on the ballot Tuesday. Daniel Payne talks with Ruth Reader about Medicaid expansion, medical debt, health as a human right, flavored vape bans and marijuana legalization.

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The races that will shape abortion access in the states

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0000

From governors to ballot measures, legislatures to attorneys general, voters are casting ballots both directly and indirectly on abortion. Megan Messerly talks with Katherine Ellen Foley about the top races she's watching that will impact who can obtain an abortion, where and how. Also, Alice Miranda Ollstein provides a dispatch from Kentucky.

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Why regulators are paying more attention to small power lines

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0000

Consumers across the country are footing the bill for billions of dollars in transmission upgrades. And yet, many state regulators have little insight into how that money is actually being spent, particularly regarding local and small transmission projects. That’s leading FERC and utilities to clash about how much oversight there should be. POLITICO’S Catherine Morehouse breaks down why regulators are starting to pay more attention to how small power lines are built and the implications for U.S. consumers. Plus, Canada has teased two new clean technology tax credits in response to the Inflation Reduction Act.

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What to expect from COP27

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0000

COP27 kicks off Sunday in Egypt, where countries will dig into climate finance, reparations and impactful green commitments at the annual UN summit. POLITICO’s Zack Colman recaps where things stand after last year's climate conference and the major upcoming themes to expect in this year’s negotiations. Plus, a new report from the Government Accountability Office rebuked EPA and DOE over its small refiner biofuel exemptions.

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A new Congressional report linking cybersecurity to health security

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0000

A new congressional report links cybersecurity in the health sector to patient safety. Ben Leonard talks with Megan Messerly about the new report from Senate Cybersecurity Caucus co-founder Mark Warner’s (D-Va.) office, which asks Congress to consider getting HHS to set minimum security standards for the health industry. Plus, Katherine Ellen Foley on what you should know from Pfizer and Moderna's earnings calls.

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Why opioid treatment providers are very, very worried about fentanyl

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, in a deal not yet finalized, CVS, Walgreens and Walmart agreed to pay a total of $13.8 billion to settle thousands of lawsuits for their roles in the opioid crisis. Krista Mahr talks with Grace Scullion about the settlement and the newest developments on the opioid front.

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New Jersey’s new flood rule pits construction against environmentalists

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 04:00:00 -0000

New Jersey environmental regulators released a flood rule last week that shows the state is trying to balance construction interests and environmental concerns. It aims to beef up building standards to protect communities and better prepare for extreme weather. But it also includes an exemption for the state’s Department of Transportation, New Jersey’s largest builder. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard breaks down how construction and green interests are colliding in New Jersey. Plus, U.S. clean power growth slides to lowest level in three years, according to new data from the American Clean Power Association.

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Federal energy data reveals oil and gas permits rose under Biden

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Republicans have blamed President Joe Biden for the jump in gasoline prices that have plagued drivers this year. But a POLITICO review of federal data shows that compared to the early months of the Trump administration, Biden’s Interior Department has approved new oil and gas wells at a far faster clip produced more crude oil over the same period. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down that data. Plus, Republican members on the Federal Elections Commission blocked it from sanctioning a Russian-funded Texas energy company for campaign donations to Louisiana lawmakers.

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Experts pinpoint problems with the FDA's tobacco program

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:55:00 -0000

The FDA’s tobacco regulatory decision-making process is so slow and opaque that it’s ineffective, say legal, industry and public health experts appearing before an outside panel conducting a commissioner-mandated review of the program. Katherine Ellen Foley talks with Ben Leonard. Plus, Greer Donley, a professor specializing in reproductive health care at the University of Pittsburgh Law School, breaks down what the FDA’s stance on doctors prescribing abortion pills to people who aren’t yet pregnant means in practice.

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RSV surge casts focus on vaccine pipeline

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:40:00 -0000

Pediatric hospitals nationwide are filling with children severely ill with respiratory syncytial virus that, after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, has made a sudden surge. Lauren Gardner talks with Alice Miranda Ollstein about how the increase in RSV cases casts attention on a handful of drugmakers with vaccines. Plus, Alice's dispatch from Michigan where Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is trying to make an economic case for abortion rights.

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The House GOP’s 2023 energy agenda

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 16:35:00 -0000

As the November midterm elections approach, Republicans are predicted to take back the House and potentially the Senate. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel discusses what House GOP lawmakers might prioritize in terms of energy policy and the broader limits the party faces. Plus, President Joe Biden urged Congress on Monday to hike taxes on oil and gas companies' record profits but did not endorse a specific proposal.

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BIO leadership shakeup followed clashes with board

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:15:00 -0000

The leading industry group for biopharmaceutical companies is reeling after the departure of its CEO — just as the Biden administration is poised to begin implementing a new law aimed at reducing drug prices and as the balance of power could shift in Congress. Megan Wilson talks with Katherine Ellen Foley about the turmoil at the industry group. Plus, Chris Hammond, a Covid long-hauler, shares what life has been like for him, the Johns Hopkins trials he's a part of, and why he's not optimistic about additional Covid funding from Congress.

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China emerges as one of America’s natural gas problems

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 18:08:53 -0000

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are rattled because of a recent energy trend: Chinese energy companies snapping up American natural gas exports, purchasing nearly half the cargoes that U.S. companies agreed to ship in the last year. And some of those companies are actually working against U.S. interests. POLITICO’s Gavin Bade breaks down why lawmakers are growing more concerned, what they are proposing to do, and how this trend could potentially fuel a new clash between the two global powers. Plus, the Interior Department is moving to cut Colorado River deliveries next year.

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Team Biden eyes a new midterm strategy

Mon, 02 May 2022 20:07:43 -0000

It’s May 2, just over six months until the midterm elections, which are generally a referendum on the president’s performance. President Joe Biden is in rough shape. Let’s look at how it happened, and how he hopes to prevent a wipeout …

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Big Oil reported record profits. Will they increase production?

Mon, 02 May 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Last week, Chevron and Exxon Mobil reported that their quarterly earnings skyrocketed because of high oil prices. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains if those Big Oil companies will increase their production as fuel prices remain high and Democrats’ criticism ramps up.

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EPA formally issues emergency waiver for summertime E15

Mon, 02 May 2022 14:00:00 -0000

EPA formally issued its emergency waiver Friday allowing the sale of gasoline blends with 15 percent ethanol this summer — an action to tackle high gas prices that the administration announced earlier this month.

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As fuel prices remain high, Big Oil is reporting record profits

Mon, 02 May 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Exxon Mobil and Chevron said their quarterly earnings skyrocketed because of high oil prices, just one day after congressional Democrats said they would push legislation to increase the Federal Trade Commission's power to investigate allegations of price gouging.

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The parties, tuxes and comedians behind DC’s “nerd prom”

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 17:07:00 -0000

The White House Correspondents' Dinner is often referred to as “nerd prom.” The weekend is stacked with events and among the frantic scramble for invitations, Tammy Haddad’s garden brunch is one of the most popular. On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza looks at what goes on behind the scenes. Now in its 27th year, Tammy shares some of the secrets behind her eponymous brunch and other tips for the weekend.

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Manchin: EV tax credit is ‘ludicrous’

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin said Thursday that continuing to offer an electric vehicle tax credit when demand for them outstrips supply is “ludicrous” — a charge Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg answered by pointing to the urgent need to act on climate change in “months rather than years.”

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Analyzing Dems’ latest plan to lower gas prices

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer are expected to introduce new legislation in the coming weeks aimed at fighting high gasoline prices. POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna breaks down the expected legislation and why it’s coming soon.

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Top Democrats meet to craft gasoline price package

Fri, 29 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Democratic leaders said they were committed to fighting high gasoline prices as they search for a legislative solution that can earn consensus in both the House and Senate. A legislative package could emerge in the coming weeks.

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Solar trade group warns Commerce probe could cause 'irreparable damage'

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 18:13:05 -0000

The Commerce Department’s investigation into solar modules from four Southeast Asian nations will cut expected installations by almost half for this year and next and could cost more than 100,000 solar jobs if the department finds in favor of the petition, the industry's top trade association warned in a new analysis Tuesday.

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Solar industry aims to shine light on tariff probe

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 18:12:26 -0000

Solar developers are hitting Capitol Hill today to warn against the Commerce Department’s recent investigation into solar modules from four Southeast Asian nations, which they argue will cut jobs and solar capacity.

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Granholm scheduled to defend Biden’s energy agenda Thursday

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 18:11:59 -0000

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm will appear on Capitol Hill Thursday to discuss her department’s fiscal year 2023 budget.

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Voters are not partying

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:36:08 -0000

The enormous gap between the excitement in Washington about the return of the WHCA weekend and the ongoing anxiety of voters hit us hard this week as we watched focus groups of voters conducted by longtime Democratic pollster Celinda Lake.

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Watchdog challenges the math in Canada’s hydrogen strategy

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Canada's environment watchdog says the federal government's bet on hydrogen — as a renewable energy that will contribute to significant cuts in emissions — is not tethered to reality.

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A climate reckoning for greens

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Many environmentalists say it's time to toss in the towel on some of the progressives' social policies in order to secure a narrower deal on Manchin’s terms.

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Greens push climate compromise with Manchin

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Environmental groups are blitzing Capitol Hill this week to press Democrats to seize their last best chance to pass party-line legislation to tame climate change.

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Why you should care about the spectrum fight

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 18:00:00 -0000

Federal regulators are just beginning to tackle a technical flaw that threatens to hold back the United States’ next giant leap in communications: Many of our radios suck. John Hendel reports.

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The fight over carbon pricing

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Gas generators have been lobbying Congress to put a national, economy-wide price on carbon for several years.

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Republicans to Trump: Stay away from Twitter

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:43:50 -0000

The news that Elon Musk is buying Twitter has thrown Washington into a tizzy over one major question: Will Donald Trump return to his old favorite social media platform and start tweeting again? As it turns out, no one is more petrified of this than members of Trump’s own party.

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How carbon pricing gained momentum with the gas industry

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Natural gas-fired power plant owners remain laser-focused on a policy they see as key to saving their fossil fuel investments: carbon pricing.

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Regan taps former EPA top cop Giles for air office

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Cynthia Giles, who served as EPA’s enforcement and compliance chief in the Obama administration, has returned to the agency to help Administrator Michael Regan design regulations that will quickly reduce greenhouse gas pollution that's driving climate change.

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The H-2A agricultural visa program

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 22:00:00 -0000

An alleged human trafficking ring in Georgia highlights many of the loopholes found in the H-2A agricultural visa program, renewing calls for an overhaul. Ximena Bustillo reports.

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'Modern day slavery' for some farmworkers in Georgia

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 22:00:00 -0000

An alleged human trafficking ring in Georgia highlights many of the loopholes found in the H-2A agricultural visa program, renewing calls for an overhaul. Ximena Bustillo reports.

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Ukraine’s green rebuild after Russian invasion

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Ukrainian officials say that the homes Ukrainians return to should be repaired or rebuilt with the most energy-efficient materials and technologies.

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Karl Mathiesen is the Senior Climate Correspondent for POLITICO Europe.

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The plan to rebuild a green Ukraine

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Ukraine should be rebuilt as a clean powerhouse that spurs the EU’s Green Deal, according to the head of the Ukrainian parliament’s climate subcommittee.

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Will Gallego unseat Sinema?

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 16:16:12 -0000

On this week’s Playbook Deep Dive Episode, Ryan joins Rep. Ruben Gallego for a long dinner and a few drinks. They discuss Gallego’s fraught history with Sinema, a potential campaign against her in 2024, the political environment in Arizona ahead of midterms and his deployment in the Iraq war.

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FERC issues long-awaited proposal to improve US transmission

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 19:59:13 -0000

FERC today took a long-anticipated step toward reforming the U.S. transmission system, considered necessary in order to reach the Biden administration’s goals of decarbonizing the power grid by 2035.

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Macron goes green to attract red voters

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 19:58:35 -0000

Emmanuel Macron is hoping a green pivot will help him secure a second term as French president by scooping up environmentally minded voters who backed left-wing candidates in the first round of the election.

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What the French election means for climate

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 19:57:57 -0000

While Emmanuel Macron isn’t getting much love from greens, he argues that he’s better on the climate and the environment than Marine Le Pen.

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Interior expects to add 11.4 GW of renewable energy projects on public lands in next 2 years

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The Interior Department anticipates almost doubling current renewable energy capacity on public lands by the end of the 2023 fiscal year, the department said Wednesday.

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Why the social cost of carbon has became a proxy war on climate change

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The social cost of carbon figure has swung wildly over the years as Washington’s political winds have shifted.

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Dems eye a culture war clapback

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:16:36 -0000

Whether it’s pandemic restrictions and schools, or critical race theory and political correctness, when it comes to the culture wars raging across America, the right often dances circles around the left. And because of that, many Democrats — particularly those in vulnerable seats — either avoid engaging on those topics altogether or privately beg their colleagues to avoid overly “woke” rhetoric or policy prescriptions they believe could hurt the party politically. Enter Mallory McMorrow, the little-known Democratic state senator from suburban Michigan, who is turning that conventional wisdom on its head this week.

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How a wonky metric became the proxy war on climate change

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

A complicated accounting tool is the newest line of attack for Republicans and fossil fuel producers seeking to stop President Joe Biden from reining in greenhouse gases.

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How Trump and Thiel resurrected J.D. Vance

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 18:22:51 -0000

Tech mogul Peter Thiel gave J.D. Vance's Ohio Senate campaign a fresh infusion of cash, pouring in $3.5 million to Protect Ohio Values, the super PAC backing Vance, our colleague Alex Isenstadt reports, “part of a broader tranche of money that has come in to support the Senate candidate after last week’s [Donald] Trump endorsement.”

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9th Circuit says California climate lawsuits belong in state court

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A federal appellate court on Tuesday ruled that climate change lawsuits brought by several California counties and cities against multiple energy companies belong in state court.

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Biden restores climate safeguards in key environmental law, reversing Trump

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Following longtime complaints from industry and Republicans about permitting time for new projects like highways or transmission infrastructure or other actions like fossil fuel lease sales, the Trump administration in 2020 changed its NEPA implementation regulations.

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Biden administration reverses Trump-era rule limiting scrutiny of environmental impacts

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The White House on Tuesday finalized a rule that will once again require federal agencies to consider indirect and cumulative environmental impacts of their actions, including those related to climate change.

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Supreme Court rejects Missouri pipeline bid to overturn permit ruling

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 22:05:09 -0000

The Supreme Court denied on Monday embattled Missouri pipeline Spire STL’s effort to reverse a lower court's decision to vacate its permit.

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How New Mexico Dems can help Biden’s energy policy

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 22:04:44 -0000

The state has tripled its renewable energy since 2019, and it’s aiming to keep that momentum — but not at the expense of its prolific oil and gas fields.

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New Mexico’s Democrats offer an energy lesson for the party

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 22:04:10 -0000

Democrats who hold power in one of largest oil-producing states in the U.S. have some advice for the Biden administration on how to craft a winning energy policy: Don’t pit renewables and fossil fuels against each other.

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White House wonders: To mask, or not to mask?

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:05:23 -0000

On Monday, just hours after a federal judge struck down the nationwide public transportation mask mandate, major airlines (and even President Joe Biden's beloved Amtrak) began telling their passengers they could stop wearing the protective face coverings — sometimes while they had already boarded and taken their assigned seats. The surprise ruling seems to have caught the White House flat-footed on the question of whether or not to appeal the ruling.

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National Dems appear to pick favorites in Oregon's 6th district

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 21:00:00 -0000

A newly drawn House district offered the prospect of electing Oregon’s first Latina to Congress. Then a top super PAC unexpectedly swooped in. Sabrina Rodriguez reports.

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House Dems’ super PAC sparks Latino backlash in Oregon

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 21:00:00 -0000

A newly drawn House district offered the prospect of electing Oregon’s first Latina to Congress. Then a top super PAC unexpectedly swooped in. Sabrina Rodriguez reports.

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Canadian hydropower is coming to New York City. Here are the details.

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

State regulators Thursday cleared the path for a new transmission line to deliver Canadian hydropower to New York City, powering more than 1 million homes with clean energy.

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The inflation argument splitting Dems in two

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 14:25:40 -0000

Democratic strategists have split in two over how to discuss inflation. One camp tends to blame the media for focusing too much on the issue at the expense of positive economic news such as low unemployment. This group tends to promote statistics buried beneath the headlines that suggest inflation isn’t that bad. But privately, more and more Democrats see inflation in far more dire terms — and not just for their prospects in elections this year. One top progressive sounded the alarm over the weekend on a widely read off-the-record email list. The author gave us permission to quote from their missive — “Danger: Inflation Is a Third Rail” — which was ricocheting around lefty circles Sunday night.

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California aims to phaseout new gas cars by 2035

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

California’s clean-air regulators introduced a plan last week that would ramp up the sale of electric and zero-emissions vehicles while phasing out the sale of new gasoline-fueled vehicles by 2035.

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California proposes timeline for 2035 phaseout of new gas cars

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

California regulators are proposing an annual ramp-up to the state's 2035 ban of new gas car sales, a timeline that automakers cautioned as "extremely challenging" and environmentalists lamented as too slow.

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The midterms look bleak for Democrats. Biden’s pollster has a plan.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 20:29:40 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, co-author Ryan Lizza joins John Anzalone, the Democratic consultant who’s best known as President Biden’s top pollster, to talk about the challenges facing the party and what Dems can do to stand a fighting chance.

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The midterms look bleak for Democrats. Biden’s pollster has a plan.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:50:52 -0000

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Ukraine is looking to the US for natural gas help. What can lawmakers do?

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Ukraine energy company executives are asking U.S. lawmakers to help the country secure natural gas before this coming winter, warning that disruptions to its fuel supply amid Russia’s invasion of the country will lead to a humanitarian crisis.

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Ukraine seeking US financial help as natural gas supply threatened

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Amid Russia’s invasion, the executives for Ukrainian energy companies are asking Congress and the Biden administration to help the country secure natural gas before this coming winter. They’re warning that disruptions to the country’s fuel supply will lead to a humanitarian crisis. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains what Ukranian energy executives are asking for and what lawmakers can actually do about it.

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EPA study finds breathing formaldehyde causes cancer

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Formaldehyde inhalation causes leukemia and other cancers and likely leads to various other ailments as well, according to a draft risk assessment released on Thursday by EPA.

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Why does insulin cost so much?

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 22:00:00 -0000

Insulin is what economists would call a super inelastic product — no matter what the cost is, people will pay for it because it's a life-saving medication. Two bills currently in Congress hope to drive down costs. Katherine Foley reports.

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Why is insulin so expensive?

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 22:00:00 -0000

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Why Hispanic voters could cost Democrats Nevada

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:08:00 -0000

In the coming weeks and months, we’ll be out covering the key districts and states that will decide the outcome of the midterm elections. Nevada has one of 2022’s most under-covered Senate races. The incumbent, Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, keeps a low profile in Washington and back home, but she’s raised a record amount of money and is spending big on TV ads. But the political environment for Cortez Masto is brutal.

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Analyst: Permian Basin drilling permits jump, signaling U.S. surge of oil on the way

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Oil companies received a record-high number of permits to drill in the oil-rich Permian Basin areas of Texas and New Mexico last month, a sign that U.S. crude output is likely to surge, analysts at research firm Rystad Energy said Wednesday.

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Why greens are discouraged, divided over Biden’s latest energy moves

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Taken together, climate advocates fear that rhetoric from President Joe Biden and Democrats is creating space for Wall Street to jump back in behind the fossil fuel sector whose greenhouse gas emissions drive temperatures higher.

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Greens fret over Biden's latest moves to ease gasoline supply

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden’s focus on trying to ease the pain at the gas pump has left his green supporters dispirited and divided over whether his bold promises to drive a transition to clean energy and fight climate change may be slipping away.

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Why your burger is so expensive

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 20:00:00 -0000

American consumers are seeing food prices rise at the fastest rate since 1981. Supply chain snarls, labor shortages and climate challenges — plus the conflict in Ukraine — share the blame. Steven Overly reports.

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Dems split over Biden gas price moves

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 16:33:50 -0000

Here’s something Democrats agree on: High gas prices — and the inflation rate they’re driving up — are a huge political liability. Here’s something Democrats don’t agree on: what to do about it.

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EIA: Drivers to see some relief this summer at the gas pump

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Drivers can expect to see some relief at the gasoline pump this summer, but prices won't slide back to levels seen last year as crude oil prices remain high, the Energy Information Administration said in a report Tuesday.

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The impact of Biden lifting the summertime ethanol ban

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The announcement is seen as a win for the ethanol industry and coincides with President Joe Biden’s trip to Iowa Tuesday alongside industry representatives and corn-state lawmakers.

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Biden to lift summertime ethanol ban to combat gas prices

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 23:45:43 -0000

The Biden administration will announce Tuesday it is lifting the ban on summertime sales of gasoline that contain 15 percent ethanol as part of its efforts to tame high gas prices ahead of the midterm elections.

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Oligarchs can still stash money in real estate — for now

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 23:19:06 -0000

As political pressure grows to crack down on Russian oligarchs, U.S. policymakers are taking a deeper look at an industry that has long avoided anti-money-laundering rules: real estate. POLITICO's Katy O'Donnell discusses the push in Congress to close foreign money loopholes.

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Biden braces for brutal inflation numbers

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 20:04:56 -0000

This morning at 8:30 a.m., the Labor Department will release its newest consumer price index report, and the White House is bracing itself for the political impact of inflation numbers that are widely expected to be the highest yet faced during the Biden administration.

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Prosecutors drop charges against PG&E in new settlement

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Pacific Gas & Electric and Northern California district attorneys announced settlements on Monday related to two destructive wildfires sparked by the utility's equipment, dropping charges against PG&E in exchange for financial penalties and increased oversight.

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The climate concessions FERC’s majority might make

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

FERC’s Democratic commissioners may compromise with their Republican counterparts in order to reach a consensus on the agency’s two controversial pipeline policy statements. But, that compromise could have a major cost: the agency’s ability to reject a pipeline project if its level of greenhouse gas emissions — and its impact on climate change — is considered too high. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Why FERC might drop its climate-based veto authority

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Though there may be some room for compromise on FERC’s controversial pipeline policies, any avenue toward agreement will require agency Democrats to make serious concessions about what role greenhouse gas emissions should play in analyzing a pipeline, according to experts.

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Inside the FDA's food problems

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 20:52:54 -0000

A POLITICO investigation based on more than 50 interviews finds the FDA is failing to meet American consumers' expectations on food safety and nutrition. POLITICO's Helena Bottemiller Evich reports on the agency's structural flaws and the risks posed to Americans.

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Rep. Liz Cheney has set another personal fundraising record.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 16:44:52 -0000

The Wyoming Republican is fighting off a serious challenge from Harriet Hageman, a Cheyenne attorney, and the Aug. 16 primary has turned into the most important and closely watched contest between the MAGA and traditional wings of the GOP.

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Pennsylvania governor appeals RGGI pause to state's highest court

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Gov. Tom Wolf’s administration has appealed a lower court’s injunction that temporarily stopped Pennsylvania from publishing a regulation to join the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative.

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Can moderates get something done on high gas prices?

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Lawmakers are engaged in an extended dive into the oil industry and energy policy, all in a bid ostensibly to find out who's at fault for high gasoline prices — and it's devolved into partisan slugfest.

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Ro Khanna had some BBB advice for the president. Biden called it ‘homicide.’

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 17:29:42 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, co-author Ryan Lizza and Representative Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) sit down for burgers and fries while talking about where Democrats went wrong with Joe Manchin and BBB, appearing on Fox News, and what made Bill Clinton and Barack Obama great politicians.

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4th Circuit 'resoundingly' sends Baltimore climate suit back to state court

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Baltimore's climate change lawsuit against oil and gas companies should be heard in a Maryland state court, the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Thursday, rebuffing the defendants' attempt to move it to federal court.

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What a ban on Russian imports of oil and gas actually means

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The Senate and House cleared bills on Thursday to revoke normal trade relations with Russia and ban oil imports from the country, a one-two punch that caps three weeks of negotiations over legislation to further isolate Moscow.

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Congress passed ban on Russian imports of oil and gas

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Congress voted Thursday to suspend normal trade relations with Russia and ban the import of Russian oil and gas to the United States. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down what a ban actually means and if Congress can enact any other policies to punish Russia.

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Covid’s comeback bursts the D.C. bubble

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:39:56 -0000

There’s no denying it: Covid is rocking Washington right now. Days after Saturday’s annual Gridiron Club dinner, multiple attendees of the boujee 600-seat confab have come down with it — including Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, Attorney General Merrick Garland and Reps. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and Joaquin Castro (D-Texas).

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Supreme Court reinstates Trump rule limiting state water authority

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The Supreme Court on Wednesday reinstated a Trump-era rule that limits states' authority to certify infrastructure projects under the Clean Water Act in a 5-4 vote.

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The political strategy behind Wednesday’s Big Oil hearing

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, oil executives defended themselves in the U.S. Congress from charges by lawmakers that they are gouging Americans with high fuel prices. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel discussed the hearing with Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Fla.).

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Democrats spar with oil industry on gas prices, but GOP blames Biden

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Democrats tore into oil company executives for high gasoline prices at a hearing Wednesday of the powerful House Energy and Commerce Committee, while Republicans used the event to try to pin the blame on President Joe Biden's green energy push. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel spoke to Rep. Kathy Castor (D-Fla.) to understand the political strategy behind Wednesday’s hearing.

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The return of immigration politics

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 16:53:44 -0000

Senator Mitt Romney is having a bipartisan moment. Six weeks ago, House Democrats blew up a bipartisan deal on Covid funding when they stripped $15 billion in pandemic relief money from a bill to fund the government. Biden and Democrats scrambled to find a way to pass a stand-alone bill and they needed a GOP partner. Romney stepped in and spent the last month and a half negotiating with Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the White House. They announced a $10 billion deal on Monday. On Tuesday, it fell apart.

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Hill Democrats hunt for big oil

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The House Energy and Commerce is meeting today with the leadership of BP America, Chevron, Devon Energy, Exxon Mobil, Pioneer Natural Resources and Shell USA. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel previews the hearing with Mike Sommers, the president and CEO of the American Petroleum Institute.

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EPA moves to ban asbestos after decades of failures

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

EPA on Tuesday proposed banning nearly all remaining uses of asbestos, a material known to cause lung cancer when inhaled and that still lingers in millions of U.S. homes and schools.

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An oil and gas grilling preview

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Democrats have been rattled by the spike in retail gasoline and heating oil costs, and they're looking to pin the prices on oil firms’ prioritizing investor returns over consumer welfare, while Republicans push the blame on the Biden administration’s climate policies.

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Why Biden’s base is in distress

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:27:53 -0000

HIT Strategies has been conducting weekly focus groups to find out in real time how Americans are processing events in 2022. On Monday night we watched discussions with two different subgroups of partisan Democrats assembled by the firm: “Black Base, Always vote for Dems, Ages 25+” and “Youth Base; Always vote for Dems, Ages 25 – 39.”

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Takeaways from U.N. report on how world can still stop climate change

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The world can avoid the worst consequences of climate change, but emissions need to peak by 2025, the U.N.’s climate science panel said in a major new report on Monday.

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Will progressives accept Manchin’s demands to get a bigger climate package?

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

House progressives say they may be prepared to accept policies that boost fossil fuels in the short term in order to win Sen. Joe Manchin's support for a party-line climate change and social spending bill to help salvage their agenda ahead of the midterm elections.

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NYC mayor Eric Adams takes on the 'gotcha' press

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 22:00:00 -0000

In a copy of a Zoom recording provided to POLITICO, New York City Mayor Eric Adams instructed administration staff that every single communication from a city agency, down to notices about cherry blossoms in bloom, must be approved by City Hall — warning that anyone violating his “discipline of message” would be fired. Julia Marsh reports.

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Biden’s new tailpipe pollution standards require greater fuel efficiency

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:51:38 -0000

Last week, the Transportation Department released new tailpipe pollution standards that will require cars and light trucks to become more fuel efficient by 2026. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down that rule and how it fits into President Joe Biden’s climate agenda.

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EPA upholds Trump-era decision not to regulate perchlorate in drinking water

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:51:13 -0000

EPA on Thursday said that it will stick with Trump-era decision not to regulate perchlorate in drinking water, a decision that quickly angered environmental groups who have long sought federal standards.

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Biden hikes vehicle fuel economy targets through 2026 as pump prices soar

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:50:44 -0000

The Transportation Department on Friday finalized a rule boosting fuel economy standards for cars and light trucks that aims to achieve an average of 49 miles per gallon for 2026 model-year vehicles.

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Democrats’ two-do: Confirm Jackson, land Manchin

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 13:49:18 -0000

The White House and Senate Democrats expect Biden’s Supreme Court nominee, Ketanji Brown Jackson, to be confirmed by the end of this week. The final two Republicans still in play, Sens. Mitt Romney (Utah) and Lisa Murkowski (Alaska), could announce how they plan to vote as soon as today.

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Suburbs: The last political frontier

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 17:53:06 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with Doug Sosnik, former advisor to President Bill Clinton, to dissect what he calls the five Democratic myths about American politics and why the suburbs are crucial for national elections.

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Biden to tap oil reserves, press oil sector to hike production

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden will order the release of 1 million barrels of oil per day from the nation's strategic reserves and urge Congress to press the oil industry to increase drilling on federal lands in bid to tame high gasoline prices.

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Manchin’s climate confidants

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Senator Joe Manchin has multiple climate and energy confidants who could offer a glimpse into the type of green policies that resonate with him: an emphasis on conserving forests and headstreams, banking on American ingenuity to forge technological solutions, funding projects to get blue collar workers back on the factory floor and economic growth that doesn't force people to move from their homes.

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The climate advocates who have Manchin's ear

Fri, 01 Apr 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Four months after he shut down Democrats' hopes of passing an expansive climate change and social spending bill, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) is sending signals he's ready to restart efforts on many of those same policies, albeit under a far slimmer and cheaper package. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports.

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Biden gets mixed signals from rival House Dem factions

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 16:12:15 -0000

In a pair of meetings with two separate wings of the House Democratic Caucus on Wednesday evening, President Joe Biden received mixed messages over how to jump-start his stalled agenda, according to multiple sources familiar with the talks.

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Biden eyes using wartime powers for minerals needed in clean energy push

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The White House is weighing using wartime executive powers to boost U.S. battery production to help secure supplies for the growing market for electric vehicles and power storage on the electric grid, according to two people familiar with the Biden administration’s thinking.

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Canada’s new climate plan ups the ante on oil and gas

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Canada’s new climate plan warns the oil and gas sector will have to cut emissions by 42 percent from current levels to help the country reach ambitious 2030 targets. POLITICO’s Zi-Ann Lum reports.

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Canada’s new climate plan

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Earlier this week, Canada released its latest climate plan that includes billions of dollars in new spending to meet the country’s 2030 climate targets. That plan includes the oil and gas sector cutting emissions by 42 percent from current levels. POLITICO’s Zi-Ann Lum reports.

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The future of Florida's ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

Florida’s fight over contentious LGBTQ legislation — the "Parental Rights in Education Bill," dubbed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by opponents — had its genesis nearly two years ago, not in the halls of the state Legislature but in a September conversation between a Tallahassee mother and her 13-year-old teen. Gary Fineout reports.

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How a lawsuit spurred Florida GOP to pass ‘Don’t Say Gay’ law

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0000

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House Natural Resources Committee cancels gasoline price hearing after oil executives decline to testify

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Executives at three oil companies declined to attend a hearing the House Natural Resources Committee planned to hold next week examining high gasoline prices, leading the committee to cancel the hearing, the committee said Tuesday.

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Could Trump blow the midterms for the GOP?

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:59:12 -0000

All signs point to a typical midterm election this year in which the president’s party suffers double-digit losses in the House. One of the few ways Republicans could potentially blow this electoral equivalent of a layup is if former President Donald Trump suddenly returns to center court.

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Why Biden’s clean energy agenda is stalling without Wall Street regulators

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

More than a year into President Joe Biden’s first term, none of the government’s major bank regulators have Senate-confirmed leaders. That’s because some of Biden’s nominees believe that financial regulators should have a role in fighting climate change. POLITICO’s Victoria Guida reports.

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Democrats want to crack down on Wall Street. Guess who's getting in the way.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden pledged to bring financial oversight back in style after four years of rule rollbacks under Donald Trump. But more than a year into Biden’s first term, none of the government’s major bank regulators have Senate-confirmed leaders.

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Biden's budget + the wealth tax

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

On Monday, President Joe Biden released his administration’s new budget proposal. It includes increases in domestic investments and a big boost in military funding. To pay for it, Biden proposed increasing taxes on corporations and the rich — including a new minimum tax on Americans with incomes of $100 million or more. Brian Faler reports.

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Biden's wealth tax on the uber rich

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0000

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The left gears up to take on Manchin again

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:25:39 -0000

Democrats and advocates for the care economy are preparing for another uphill fight over spending for child care and pre-kindergarten.

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Solar tariff request sparks conflict after Commerce decision

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

One solar manufacturer’s quest to convince the Biden administration to slap new tariffs on foreign-made solar equipment has led to a new industry clash after a major Commerce Department decision.

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Commerce Department's decision to launch probe into solar imports sparks backlash

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration will initiate an investigation into solar modules from four Southeast Asian nations — a decision that prompted immediate criticism from the industry's top trade groups.

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A reined-in commitment on climate change

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

Biden's biggest climate ambitions have died in the Senate, but he's still using this budget proposal to try to advance the cause — including $18 billion to help the country withstand the worsening wildfires, floods and storms fueled by rising temperatures.

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How to prepare for cyberattacks

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration has issued ominous warnings about looming Russian cyberattacks. The energy and finance industries are of particular focus, but one of the President's top cyber aides said last week that "We should consider every sector vulnerable." Maggie Miller reports.

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Biden warns of cyberattacks

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0000

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Why pipeline cyber rules are hitting major hurdles

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The federal government’s first attempt to require pipeline companies to meet basic cybersecurity standards is floundering. And that tension comes amid heightened concerns about Russian cyberattacks stemming from the war in Ukraine. POLITICO’s Eric Geller explains the need for these cyber rules across the energy sector and the pushback.

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U.S., EU pledge to seek new natural gas supplies to displace Russia

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Friday pledged to ramp up liquefied natural gas shipments to Europe to help the continent wean itself off of Russian energy, but it wasn’t immediately clear where they would get the extra fuel supplies.

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How the Biden administration is trying to improve pipeline cyber rules

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The government’s first attempt to require pipeline companies to meet basic cybersecurity standards is floundering — a worrisome sign as the U.S. tries to strengthen cyber defenses for the sprawling collection of critical infrastructure seen as a prime target for foreign hackers. POLITICO’s Eric Geller reports.

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Gina McCarthy says Russian invasion won't distract Biden from clean energy agenda

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden is not losing focus on passing climate and other provisions of the stalled Build Back Better bill despite the Russian invasion of Ukraine that has disrupted global energy markets, National Climate Adviser Gina McCarthy said Thursday.

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FERC votes to pull back on new gas project review policies

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission unanimously voted to pull back from its two controversial gas policies that would have scrutinized new fossil fuel projects. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse reports.

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FERC walks back pipeline policies changes

Fri, 25 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

In an abrupt about-face after weeks of blowback, FERC voted unanimously on Thursday to solicit input and consider changes to its revamped policy statements that brought additional climate and environmental justice scrutiny to new fossil fuel projects.

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Congress rolls out the red carpet for chip lobby

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

A microchip lobbying blitz is happening on Capitol Hill today, and lawmakers in D.C. have pledged to pour billions of dollars into coaxing chip manufacturers back to the U.S. The problem? The money's held up in Congress. Brendan Bordelon reports.

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Chip lobby gets warm welcome, but no money

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

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Granholm: Fighting energy supply disruptions and climate change is 'not a binary choice'

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm told global energy leaders Wednesday they needed to move fast to address the oil and gas crisis sparked by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine while also staying focused on building a clean energy economy to fight the threats from climate change.

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Biden in Europe, WMD fears at center stage

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:23:52 -0000

The big news at the morning NATO confab, announced Wednesday by Stoltenberg, is threefold: (1) NATO is doubling its military footprint in Bulgaria, Hungary, Romania, and Slovakia to counter the threat from Russia; (2) Biden and NATO leaders will increase pressure on China to condemn the Russian invasion; (3) NATO will take additional steps to aid Ukraine with “cybersecurity assistance” and “equipment to help Ukraine protect against chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear threats.”

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Why Biden’s push for climate, equity initiatives is stalling

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden hopes that he can push states to spur transformative climate and equity programs nationwide using money from last year’s $550 billion plan for new infrastructure spending. The problem is that states control most of the cash and may not share his goals of tackling climate change or reversing the effects of institutionalized racism.

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Biden wants to spend infrastructure billions on climate and equity initiatives. But it’s not his call.

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden sold last year’s $550 billion plan for new infrastructure spending by promising it will spur transformative climate and equity programs nationwide. The problem: states control most of the cash and may not share his goals of tackling climate change or reversing the effects of institutionalized racism.

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Health data breaches are on the rise

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

Nearly 50 million people in the U.S. had their sensitive health data breached in 2021, a threefold increase in three years, according to a POLITICO analysis of the latest HHS data. Ben Leonard reports.

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Hackers come for your health data

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

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3 things to watch as Biden goes to Europe

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 16:21:39 -0000

Since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began, President Joe Biden has focused on three policies: (1) sanctioning Russia, (2) bolstering NATO’s defenses and (3) providing security assistance to Ukraine. All three policies have been calibrated to deter Russian President’s Vladimir Putin's aggression without escalating the conflict.

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Environmental groups sue Interior Department for oil lease report draft

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Environmental groups filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the Interior Department, alleging it violated public records laws by not responding to requests to release early drafts and communications about its report last year on federal oil leasing program provisions.

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FERC's Glick believes in the Biden climate agenda. That makes him a Senate target.

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Glick, who was appointed to FERC in 2017 to fill the Democratic opening and elevated to the chairmanship last year by Biden, has pushed policies that angered prominent lawmakers, including many Republicans — and, most crucially, Senate Energy and Natural Resources Chair Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), who as the upper chamber's swing vote has weakened much of Biden's climate agenda. That's put Glick's future at risk after his current term on the commission ends in June.

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Glick’s climate focus at FERC paints a target on his back

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden's struggles to deliver on an ambitious climate agenda are getting a big boost from the leader of one often overlooked agency who is scrutinizing the greenhouse gas emissions of energy infrastructure and the environmental harms facing low-income people and communities of color. Now, that official, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Chair Richard Glick, may see his efforts to put climate change at the forefront of federal energy policy cost him his job.

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Breaking down the global food crisis

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

Russia and Ukraine combined provide about 30 percent of the world’s supply of wheat and Ukraine alone provides about 15 percent of the world's corn. Russia's invasion into Ukraine is setting off a global food crisis that might be unprecedented. Meredith Lee reports.

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The global food crisis will only get worse

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

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Friction between Harris and Biden camps revealed in new book

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:49:16 -0000

The White House has worked hard to project a united front between President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris and their respective teams. But the upcoming book, “This Will Not Pass: Trump, Biden, and the Battle for America's Future,” by NYT’s Jonathan Martin and Alex Burns, reveals some frustrations at the highest echelons of the White House between the Biden and Harris camps, as well as the VP’s angst over the policy portfolio she was given.

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Red states, gas industry accuse FERC of overreach in challenges to pipeline policy

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A wave of opposition to FERC’s new gas policy flooded the commission on Friday, as a coalition of red states, alongside the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, energy trade groups and gas companies all filed challenges against the policy.

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Europe to Biden: send more LNG ASAP

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The European Union wants the United States to send more liquified natural gas to help the continent reduce its dependence on Russian natural gas. But President Joe Biden faces big limits in what he can promise when he visits the continent this week. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains.

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Why Biden can't help Europe rid itself of Russian gas

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The European Union wants the United States' help in kicking its addiction to Russian natural gas. But President Joe Biden faces big limits in what he can promise when he visits the continent this week.

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Progressives want student debt canceled. Does Biden?

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

Ahead of the midterms, Democrats fret that Biden’s inaction on student debt could burn him with younger voters. Michael Stratford reports.

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4 things to watch when Jackson raises her right hand

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:00:58 -0000

Supreme Court confirmation hearings typically blot out everything else going on in Washington.

This time, not so much.

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FERC tees up further debate on pipeline policy at open meeting

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

FERC looks likely to provide some clarity on its new pipeline policy statement during next week’s open meeting, according to its agenda posted Thursday evening.

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Where Abbott, O’Rourke stand on the Texas power grid

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The Texas power grid’s ability to withstand powerful winter storms, heat waves and other extreme weather events could hinge on the outcome of the state’s gubernatorial election.

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Can the Texas power grid withstand extreme weather? Depends on the candidate

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The Texas power grid’s ability to withstand severe extreme weather events could hinge on the outcome of the state’s gubernatorial election. That’s because the candidates — Republican Gov. Greg Abbott and Democratic challenger Beto O’Rourke — have very different views on the reliability of the state’s power system. POLITICO’s Jonathan Custodio breaks down each candidate’s plans and what voters might be thinking.

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Inside a rising Democratic star’s decision to hang it up

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 19:15:58 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Rachael Bade sits down with Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy to talk about what it’s like being a moderate Democrat in an increasingly left-leaning House — and Murphy’s decision to hang it all up.

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DOE nuclear nominee calls for weaning off 'unstable, untrustworthy' foreign fuel sources

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden's nominee to head the Department of Energy's nuclear energy office agreed with calls from both sides of the aisle on Thursday that the U.S. should establish its own domestic uranium supply chain and cut off uranium imports from Russia as soon as possible.

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Appellate court rules Biden can consider climate damage in policymaking

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

An appeals court on Wednesday lifted a ban blocking the federal government from factoring damage from rising greenhouse gas emissions into its policy decisions.

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Appeals court revives key climate measure rejected by Trump judge

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday stayed a district judge's injunction against President Joe Biden’s social cost of carbon, reinstating the metric used to measure the climate impacts of rulemakings and projects.

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The stand-off over Covid funding

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

The White House asked for $22.5 billion for covid response funds. Last week, Congress put together a bipartisan $15 billion plan. But so far, exactly zero dollars have actually been agreed upon. And even as the administration warns it may need to cancel new orders of Covid-19 drugs as soon as next week and wind down access to testing soon after that, there appears to be no clear strategy from either the White House or Capitol Hill to secure the funds. Adam Cancryn reports.

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The Covid funding blame game

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 21:00:00 -0000

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Dems, greens look to restart clean energy push amid high oil prices

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine nears a month – resulting in violence, global concern and high energy prices – environmental groups have a message for President Joe Biden and congressional Democrats back at home: restart the clean energy push.

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Appeals court revives Trump-era Alaska land swap for King Cove road

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals on Wednesday revived a Trump-era Interior Department decision to approve an Alaskan land swap to build an emergency access road to the isolated community of King Cove.

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Zelenskyy's appeal falls short — for now

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:27:48 -0000

No one was surprised by the request: a no-fly zone — and if not that, then access to those Soviet-style fighter jets in Poland that could help them “close the sky.” But if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's — who has risen to almost folk-legend status in the eyes of Congress, and who clearly did his homework, invoking 9/11, Martin Luther King Jr. and Pearl Harbor in one 16-minute address — thought his message would immediately elicit the changes he wanted, he was wrong. At least so far.

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What Zelenskyy wants vs. what he'll get

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 20:35:59 -0000

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Congress virtually at 9 am this morning.

The headlines will likely focus on the red lines that President Joe Biden won’t cross: Zelenskyy’s request for a no-fly zone, and the transfer of Polish MiGs.

But the debate has shifted.

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Liz Cheney needs Democrats to win re-election

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 17:00:00 -0000

Liz Cheney faces a primary with Trump-endorsed candidate Harriet Hageman. Wyoming political strategists say the only viable path to victory for Liz Cheney is with the help of Democrats and Independents who register as Republicans to vote in the primary. Tara Palmeri reports.

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How Liz Cheney wins re-election

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

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Willie Phillips’ vision for FERC as agency faces pressure

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Willie Phillips, the newest FERC commissioner, spoke with POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse about the hottest topics facing the commission, including how the agency considers climate and environmental justice and the agency’s latest rules and processes for gas infrastructure.

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Willie Phillips’ priorities as a new FERC commissioner

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

FERC Commissioner Willie Phillips insists his commitment to reliability, affordability and sustainability are all sound as the commission works to incorporate more climate and environmental justice considerations into its gas approvals.

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A labor shortage in the Forest Service

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 23:43:54 -0000

The Forest Service has long struggled with staffing shortages, but the challenges have intensified amid a hyper-competitive labor market and cost-of-living concerns. Ximena Bustillo reports.

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A firefighter shortage

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 23:37:27 -0000

The Forest Service has long struggled with staffing shortages, but the challenges have intensified amid a hyper-competitive labor market and cost-of-living concerns. Ximena Bustillo reports.

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Zelenskyy’s must-see TV

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 16:31:20 -0000

On Wednesday, Zelenskyy will speak to Congress virtually. According to one person with knowledge of the address, he plans “to name and shame,” meaning excoriating the West for not doing enough to defend his country, though he will balance his remarks with some gratitude for what has been provided.

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Manchin opposes Biden Fed nominee Raskin

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin will oppose Sarah Bloom Raskin's nomination to the Federal Reserve's top job overseeing banks, imperiling her already stalled bid to win confirmation.

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The politics behind Ukraine’s alarming nuclear warnings

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Kyiv is grasping at every possible lever in its efforts to persuade the West that it too is threatened by Russia’s invasion — including repeated and at times exaggerated warnings of nuclear calamity for the rest of Europe.

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How serious are Ukraine’s alarming nuclear warnings?

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Russia has taken control of some of Ukraine’s nuclear power plants, causing Ukrainian leaders and media to warn the rest of the world that it's in danger too. The problem is that those nuclear warnings have created a dilemma for Ukraine’s allies and nuclear safety authorities. POLITICO Europe’s Louise Guillot explains.

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Biden's strategy: help Ukraine without provoking Russia

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

Over the weekend, Russia intensified its airstrikes on western Ukraine, hitting targets just miles from the Polish border. Pentagon and NATO officials reiterated on Sunday that they do not intend to directly confront Russian forces within Ukraine. But they are sending military supplies, and Russia has warned that it regards those convoys as legitimate targets. Alex Ward reports.

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The domestic pressure on Biden over Ukraine

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

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EPA proposes plan to curb interstate pollution from power plants and industrial emitters

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

EPA on Friday proposed a federal plan to further reduce interstate ozone-forming pollution emitted by power plants, and will eventually expand to cover pipelines, cement kilns, iron and steel mills, and other industrial sources.

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Congress to push Biden on Ukraine — again

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Something unusual has happened in Washington since Russia invaded Ukraine. Congress — which typically takes a back seat on foreign policy matters — has driven the White House beyond its comfort zone with bipartisan demands for more assertive policies.

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Why the New England power grid operator faces scrutiny over transparency

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Last month, New England’s power grid operator scrapped its own plan to phase out a controversial market rule in favor of a proposal that’s more advantageous for power plant owners. That decision has reignited concerns about the system’s transparency and how renewables fit in the power grid’s future. POLITICO’S Catherine Morehouse reports.

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Rule reversal in New England power markets sparks scrutiny over transparency

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

When New England's power grid operator scrapped its own plan to phase out a controversial market rule in favor of a proposal more advantageous to power plant owners last month, the move didn't just catch people by surprise — it reignited concerns about the lack of transparency under which the system serving 14.8 million people operates. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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A Ukrainian Pipeline to Washington

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 21:11:26 -0000

Even as President Joe Biden has emphasized that the U.S. and NATO do not want to engage with Russia militarily, Congress has pushed the administration to take a hard stance against Russia through unprecedented financial and economic sanctions. In recent years, behind the scenes, lobbyists representing Ukrainian interests pushed for sanctions on the other combustible issue, gas. Today, Playbook author Ryan Lizza has dinner in downtown DC with lobbyist Daniel Vajdich, on his strategy, before the war, to help deter Russian aggression and protect Ukraine, and his thoughts on the potential fallout from being burned by lobbyists.

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Manchin floats using Defense Production Act for U.S. oil and gas

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Senate Energy Chair Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) suggested using the Defense Production Act to ramp up domestic oil and gas output and combat skyrocketing energy prices following the ban on Russian energy imports.

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Dems, GOP are united on an energy policy – for now

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The invasion of Ukraine has managed to unite Republicans and Democrats on an energy policy for the first time in years: banning Russian oil imports. But, don't expect that unity to last. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains the limits of this partnership and if it could lead to any agreement about energy policies that have an impact at home.

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Russian energy sanctions unite the feuding parties — for now

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 13:00:00 -0000

The invasion of Ukraine has managed to unite Republicans and Democrats on an energy policy for the first time in years — but don't expect it to last.

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One vax patient's rare journey

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

An adverse allergic reaction to a covid vaccine is rare, but just how rare remains to be seen. On Wednesday, the National Institutes of Health announced a new study to try to understand the number of people experiencing moderate allergic reaction to mRNA vaccines, and why. Joanne Kenen — who had an allergic reaction to her first Pfizer dose — reports.

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'This retreat is cursed'

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 17:05:29 -0000

Just after 10 p.m. Wednesday night, the House passed the $1.5 trillion omnibus bill, the first step toward averting a government shutdown and enacting Democratic spending priorities after more than 400 days operating under Trump-era budgets extended via continuing resolutions. But the party’s joy of the occasion was short-lived, as Democratic infighting quickly gobbled up the headlines and forced a daylong delay of the bill’s consideration.

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Congress spending bill boosts funding for energy and water programs

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

A sprawling $1.5 trillion spending package to fund the federal government through September includes boosts to energy efficiency and renewable power, but falls short of major increases sought by the Biden administration as the president’s signature social and climate package remains stalled.

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The impact of EPA restoring California’s tailpipe authority

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, the Environmental Protection Agency restored California's authority to implement its own greenhouse gas emission standards. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains how this move could impact automobile makers, blue states and the White House’s clean energy and climate goals.

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EPA restores California waiver on vehicle greenhouse gas emissions

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

EPA on Wednesday formally restored California’s authority to enforce more stringent vehicle greenhouse gas standards, undoing a Trump-era action that had stripped the state of its climate tailpipe authority.

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China's uncertain alliance with Russia

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

The Chinese government has made clear it will remain a strategic ally of Russia despite its invasion of Ukraine. But the West wants China's help in cutting off Russia. Phelim Kine reports.

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China's Russia problem

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 22:00:00 -0000

The Chinese government has made clear it will remain a strategic ally of Russia despite its invasion of Ukraine. But the West wants China's help in cutting off Russia. Phelim Kine reports.

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Biden taps Goffman for EPA air office

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden has nominated Joe Goffman to run EPA’s air office, placing a veteran Clean Air Act expert in a position key to help carry out his climate and environmental justice agenda.

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Biden bans Russian oil imports. What should we expect next?

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden announced a Russian oil import ban on Tuesday, avoiding a fight with Congress and his own party, which was poised to act if he didn’t.

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Will Biden’s ban on Russian energy imports be enough?

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, President Joe Biden announced a ban on Russian oil, gas and coal imports in an effort to punish Russian President Vladimir Putin for his invasion of Ukraine. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the ban, how Democratic leaders are reacting and the impact of this ban on oil prices.

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The environmental impact of Russia’s invasion

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 23:20:31 -0000

Russia’s attack on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant spread nuclear anxiety across the continent. But, Ukraine also has other nuclear plants, hydro dams and industrial sites that, if damaged, could be devastating for the environment. POLITICO Europe’s Antonia Zimmermann reports.

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Ukraine’s nuclear nightmare is only part of the war’s environmental horrors

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 23:19:27 -0000

Russia’s attack on Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant spread nuclear anxiety across the continent. But, that attack could be just one of the environmental disasters that may be unleashed by Moscow’s decision to wage war in a heavily industrialized country.

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EPA proposes rule slashing big truck pollution

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 23:18:42 -0000

EPA on Monday proposed a regulation to significantly curb conventional pollution from heavy-duty trucks in a move environmental groups say could accelerate the transition to zero-emission trucking just as the technology for electric vehicles is reaching maturity.

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Banning Russian oil

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

The White House's ban on Russian oil imports — even as U.S. gas prices soar and Biden takes hits on inflation. Meanwhile, CERAWeek, the nation's most important oil and gas industry conference, convenes in Houston. Ben Lefebvre reports.

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A Russian oil ban

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

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‘Limited’ no-fly zone gains steam among foreign policy elite

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 17:12:58 -0000

A letter signed by more than two dozen of the nation’s top foreign policy minds CALLS for a partial no-fly zone over Ukraine. The push runs squarely against conventional wisdom in Washington, but their missive will no doubt stir the conversation. And a new POLITICO/Morning Consult poll shows that Biden is enjoying at least a slight “Ukraine bump.” The uptick — first documented by an NPR/PBS/Marist survey released Friday — appears to be real, though how long it lasts is anyone’s guess.

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Poland's role in the ongoing conflict

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

Last week, when Poland considered sending warplanes to aid Ukraine, Warsaw asked the White House to guarantee it would replace the outgoing planes with U.S.-made fighter jets. On Sunday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken said that the two countries were in talks. Paul McLeary reports.

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Poland and the U.S. weigh fighter jet deal

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 23:00:00 -0000

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Russia escalates brutality, Congress steps up response

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 19:51:29 -0000

“Russia answers resistance with firepower,” notes the BBC’s Jeremy Bowen, who is in Kyiv now and covered the conflicts in Chechnya and Syria. “Rather than send in men to fight from house to house and room to room, their military doctrine calls for a bombardment by heavy weapons and from the air to destroy their enemies.”

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Fossil fuel dominance will limit U.S. emissions decline through 2050, EIA says

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

U.S. greenhouse gas emissions would barely dip through 2050 as natural gas and petroleum remain the top U.S. fuel sources despite renewable energy nearly doubling its share of the nation’s energy mix, the Energy Information Administration said Thursday.

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Amid California’s water problems, a new bill would dissolve its state water board

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A new bill to eliminate the California agency responsible for enforcing water quality laws in the drought-plagued state is sending shock waves through environmental groups.

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Tom Donilon’s wisdom on the war in Ukraine

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 23:01:08 -0000

On this week’s episode Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with former national security adviser Tom Donilon about how reporting informs DC policy and the war in Ukraine going forward.

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Pelosi tepid on federal gas tax holiday

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday threw cold water on suspending the federal gas tax unless the legislation expressly protects consumers at the pump.

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Lawmakers look to ban Russian oil imports

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

It's not yet clear whether the bipartisan bill could muster enough support to pass in the Senate, but pressure is growing to target Russia's massive energy sector after the country invaded Ukraine and has begun targeting civilians in its intensifying attacks.

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Manchin, Murkowski to introduce bipartisan bill to block Russian energy shipments to U.S.

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin and Sen. Lisa Murkowski of Alaska intend to file a bill that would ban the import of Russian crude oil and petroleum products into the United States, Manchin's office said on Wednesday.

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Biden confronts Covid’s long shadow

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 01:12:46 -0000

The White House has been reluctant to declare the end of the pandemic — especially after optimism last summer was made moot by the emergence of the Delta and Omicron variants. But Biden officials are hoping that vaccine and test availability, revised CDC guidance and a new 96-page plan will ease political pressure and a path out of the pandemic. Sarah Owermohle reports.

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Biden admin announces new Covid plan. Will it work?

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 01:11:56 -0000

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Manchin, Murkowski to introduce bipartisan bill to block Russian energy shipments to U.S.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

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Why Republicans are trying to use Ukraine to attack Biden's climate policies

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Republicans including Montana Sen. Steve Daines, Colorado Rep. Lauren Boebert and Ohio Senate candidate J.D. Vance are making the claim that Biden's efforts to expand renewable energy has emboldened Putin to send troops, tanks and missiles into Ukraine. But that message largely defies reality.

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Republicans seize on Ukraine to attack Biden's climate policies. But the facts are against them.

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Republicans are trying out a message that aims to link President Joe Biden's climate policy and rising gasoline prices to the war in Ukraine. The problem? Their rhetoric largely defies reality.

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Biden’s other Russia problem — at the pump

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden's conservative critics — from Fox News to Capitol Hill Republicans — have slammed the administration for exempting Russian oil from the raft of financial sanctions aimed at the Kremlin.
They’ve argued two main things:
1. With Russia’s economy so reliant on the energy sector, the U.S. should target that nation’s energy exports in order to be effective.
2. Biden should simultaneously green-light domestic energy production to offset any oil shortages — a policy the GOP has been pushing for years and that is, in many ways, antithetical to the administration’s climate goals.

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Noncitizen voting in New York

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0000

A national movement to give voting rights to legal noncitizens has found its way to New York City. Pending court battles, it will soon give 800,000 people the chance to shape local elections. Erin Durkin reports.

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New York City's voter experiment

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0000

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3 takeaways from Biden’s big night

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 17:44:15 -0000

Here were the three key takeaways and revealing moments that stuck with Team Playbook from President Joe Biden's first State of the Union speech.

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Ukraine presses Biden, senators to hit Russian energy exports

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Ukrainian officials are pushing the Biden administration and lawmakers on the Hill to impose sanctions on Russian oil and gas exports and cracking down further on the energy supplies that international markets are already starting to shun.

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More Russian cyberattacks seem likely. Is the U.S. power supply prepared?

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The threat of Russian cyberattacks is calling new attention to a crucial weakness in the United States' electricity supply: the natural gas pipelines that keep many of the power plants running. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Why gas pipelines are a growing cyber risk for the U.S. power supply

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Over the last month, as Russian troops prepared and attacked Ukraine’s physical territory, multiple reports indicated that Russia has also been attacking Ukrainian institutions in cyberspace as well. The threat of Russian cyberattacks is calling new attention to a crucial weakness in the United States' electricity supply: the natural gas pipelines that keep many of the power plants running. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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The sanctions on Russia, explained

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 01:34:10 -0000

Sanctions on banking, tech, weapons and more were rolled out against Russia over the weekend — arguably historic in size and scope. But the big question remains, will they have an effect on Putin's war against Ukraine? Nahal Toosi reports.

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What will the sanctions on Russia really do?

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 01:30:59 -0000

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Biden's SOTU blues

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 17:22:08 -0000

At 9 p.m., President Joe Biden will deliver the type of State of the Union address he never wanted to give. Biden and his advisers had hoped to use this moment to reboot his stalled domestic agenda. Instead, the situation in Ukraine has forced the West Wing to rewrite significant partitions of his speech. Biden is expected to use his address to respond to criticism that he didn’t act quickly enough to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin. He’ll emphasize his work to build an international coalition to counter Russia, as well as imposing crippling sanctions.

It won’t all be a lesson in international relations, however. Administration officials say Biden will spotlight improvements in the economy while sympathizing with the plight of struggling Americans. He’ll highlight GDP growth and historic low unemployment — but also stress that more must be done to bring costs down.

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Shell to divest from Gazprom, Nord Stream 2

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Dutch-British energy company Shell announced Monday it will exit its joint ventures with Russian gas giant Gazprom and related energy entities.

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Latest UN climate report: Climate change is splitting the world in two

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Climate change is splitting the world in two and those facing the worst climate impacts contributed least to global warming and have the fewest resources to adapt, according to the latest report out Monday from the U.N. Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. POLITICO’s Karl Mathiesen reports.

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What you should know about Ketanji Brown Jackson

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden selected D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as his nominee to succeed retiring Justice Stephen Breyer on Friday, making history by nominating a Black woman for the nation’s highest court. Josh Gertstein reports on what you need to know about the judge and her looming confirmation battle.

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Biden's new reality

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 20:15:21 -0000

Foreign policy crises have a way of reshuffling the priorities of a president. Joe Biden's standoff with Putin happened to come along just when Biden had lost some urgency in confronting his three big domestic threats. The pandemic is becoming endemic. There’s not much Biden can actually do about inflation. And the key senator standing in the way of Biden’s domestic agenda remains immovable. While the war in Ukraine is just five days old, administration officials and Biden allies are starting to grapple with the ways in which Biden’s presidency may be fundamentally altered.

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Air raids over Kyiv

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 20:38:06 -0000

On this week’s Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with Kyiv-based journalist Nataliya Gumenyuk about witnessing Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.

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Scoop: Trump tries to recruit Scott for majority leader

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 18:00:00 -0000

In a private meeting at Mar-a-Lago a few days ago, Donald Trump made a personal pitch to Senate Republican campaign chief Rick Scott. “You should run for Senate majority leader,” he told the NRSC chairman, according to someone familiar with the exchange.

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Biden’s red lines in Ukraine

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 17:49:24 -0000

Sanctions are a long-term solution to a short-term problem. They’re the lever that the United States and allies have chosen to use to punish Russia for its brazen invasion of Ukraine. But Biden made clear that any sanctions policy that hurts Americans, such as oil and gas sanctions, would be off-the-table, for now. Alex Ward reports.

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DC Circuit knocks FERC power plant ruling, but timing draws SCOTUS speculation

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit issued a rebuke to FERC in a rare Thursday order, and the timing of that release raised questions about whether the White House may be preparing to tap Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson for the Supreme Court.

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Energy markets reel after Russian attack on Ukraine

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Oil prices and global stock markets swung wildly on Thursday after Russia launched an invasion of Ukraine. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Oil prices skyrocket amid Russia's attack on Ukraine

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The Russian invasion of Ukraine triggered an immediate jump in oil prices. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains how wartime hostilities and the promised sanctions imposed by the U.S. and the European Union could send them soaring even higher. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Three men plead guilty to targeting power grid to spread white supremacy

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Three men pleaded guilty on Wednesday to plotting to bring down parts of the U.S. electric grid as part of an effort to promote their white supremacist ideology.

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High energy costs from Ukraine threat pose Biden political risk

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

If a war happens between Russia, one of Europe’s top energy suppliers, and Ukraine, a major transit route for oil and gas, it could increase global energy costs, which are already high. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down how President Joe Biden might respond domestically to that scenario.

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Biden can do little to stop Ukraine crisis from spiking fuel prices

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden has few options for keeping Russia's invasion of Ukraine from inflicting pain for Americans at the pump. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains.

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350.org faces next challenge: itself

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 04:00:09 -0000

It was the group that brought down the Keystone XL pipeline — a once-upstart environmental advocacy group that changed the face of America’s climate activism. But 350.org, founded by legendary activist Bill McKibben, now faces a budget crunch, equity fights and union strife. Zack Colman reports.

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GOP pans Biden’s first taste of sanctions

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 00:34:06 -0000

The Russian sanctions announced by President Joe Biden on Tuesday made clear the White House is still grappling with the same question he mused about at his Jan. 19 news conference: What is the appropriate Western response to “something significantly short of a significant invasion — or not even significant, just major military forces coming across”? Tuesday’s sanctions were more of an amuse-bouche than the full menu that’s been hinted at for weeks.

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EPA's Dunham: Agency aims to get the biofuels program 'back on track'

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration is aiming to get the Renewable Fuel Standard program “back on track” in a transparent way after years of disputes over volumes mandates and refinery waivers and as it seeks to cut greenhouse gas emissions from the transportation sector, a senior EPA official told the biofuels industry Tuesday.

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Why Germany halted Nord Stream 2 over Russia-Ukraine

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Germany has stopped the certification process for the controversial Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline in reaction to Russia’s aggression toward Ukraine. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains.

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Germany halts Nord Stream 2 amid Russia buildup

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Germany has taken steps to halt the process of certifying the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline as Europe and the United States have started enacting sanctions against Russia over the Ukraine crisis. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel explains why Germany halted that pipeline and how it could impact Europe’s energy situation.

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Putin orders troops to separatist regions

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:53:18 -0000

In a televised address on Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized two breakaway territories in eastern Ukraine as independent, amounting to a dramatic escalation of a crisis that Western leaders have warned is a pretext for a Russian invasion of Ukraine. Alex Ward reports.

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Putin escalates crisis

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 00:52:13 -0000

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Today’s Russia conundrum: What’s an ‘invasion’?

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 17:45:35 -0000

On Monday, Russian President Vladimir Putin sent troops — er, “peacekeepers,” as Moscow’s propaganda machine is calling them — into separatist regions of Ukraine. The move came less than a day after Putin and President Joe Biden agreed “in principle” to make a last-ditch effort at diplomacy with a face-to-face meeting. Secretary of State Antony Blinken was set to iron out those details in a meeting with his Kremlin counterpart Thursday. But with the Russian military rolling across Ukraine’s borders, there are questions about whether that can happen.

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Why USPS is clapping back on EVs

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Democrats are pressing Postmaster General Louis DeJoy for answers on the progress of the electrification of the U.S. Postal Service’s vehicle fleet. POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder reports.

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The fight to electrify the Postal Service

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

For weeks, Democrats, the White House and E-P-A have pressed Postmaster General Louis Dejoy to make a major move: commit to electrifying the Postal Service’s delivery vehicles in the coming years. But, Dejoy has pushed back on that effort since the USPS is in a dire financial situation. POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder reports.

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How a conservative judge wants to fix the Electoral Count Act

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 20:27:02 -0000

On this week’s Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with J. Michael Luttig, the former federal appeals court judge and conservative lawyer, who is trying to help Republican lawmakers reform the Electoral Count Act.

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The untold story of the former judge who beat Trump on Jan. 6

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 20:26:45 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with J. Michael Luttig, the former federal appeals court judge and conservative lawyer who stepped in to advise Mike Pence against overturning the 2020 election.

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EPA touts $1 billion in infrastructure funds for Great Lakes cleanups

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The vast majority of environmental problem areas in the Great Lakes are expected to be cleaned up by the end of the decade thanks in part to $1 billion included in last year's bipartisan infrastructure deal, EPA announced on Thursday.

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Why Dems are going after natural gas stoves

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Democratic lawmakers across the country who are trying to tackle climate change have directed their attention to an item you might find in your own home: natural gas burning stoves. But, the movement is dividing the party.and pushing Republicans to fire back with their own legislation. POLITICO’s Ry Rivard reports.

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Josh Mandel and the crowded Ohio primary

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:00:00 -0000

In a Ohio Senate GOP primary that holds five candidates, Josh Mandel has broken through as an early front-runner with brazen tweets and campaign trail provocations. But what makes him stand out is the length of his political arc: he's ubiquitous in Ohio politics and has been working on becoming a Senator for the past two decades — before turning 45. Michael Kruse reports.

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A $30 billion price tag for continued Covid funding

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 00:58:34 -0000

Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra told congressional appropriators in charge of supplemental pandemic funding that at least $30 billion is needed to keep Covid-19 response work going, arguing that while the Biden administration may have enough vaccines and therapeutics to ride out the Omicron surge, it doesn’t currently have enough money to respond to another variant. Alice Miranda Ollstein reports.

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Watchdog finds former Trump Interior Secretary violated ethics rules

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke violated ethics obligations in his land dealings with a Halliburton executive, the Interior Department’s internal watchdog said in a report released Wednesday.

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Senators wrestle with the future of biofuels program

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Senators sparred over long-running grievances in the federal biofuels program at an Environment and Public Works Committee hearing on Wednesday — and injected some new questions as the Biden administration tries to finalize its blending requirements and looks to the future of the program.

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Operation ‘Stop Greitens’ goes awry

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:33:11 -0000

Former President Donald Trump met with Alabama GOP Senate candidate Katie Britt at Mar-a-Lago on Tuesday, two sources familiar told Playbook. The former president has been having buyer’s remorse after endorsing Rep. Mo Brooks for Senate, watching with frustration as Brooks has failed to catch fire with the MAGA base. And for months, many Republican operatives across the political spectrum — from MAGA world and the RNC to the NRSC and Team Mitch — have privately whispered agreement on one thing when it comes to Missouri’s crowded Senate GOP primary: They’d welcome any nominee except Eric Greitens.

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Investigation: Former Trump Interior Secretary misused his position

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

According to a new report from the Interior Department’s internal watchdog released Wednesday, former Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke during the Trump administration violated ethics obligations in his land dealings with a Halliburton executive. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down the report’s findings and how it could impact Zinke’s congressional aspirations.

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Reporting from Ukraine

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 23:00:00 -0000

Journalist Kenneth Rosen visited front lines across the Donbas region to witness Putin’s digital war with Ukraine, and questions whether the West is prepared for cyberattacks and the future of warfare.

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On the front lines in Ukraine

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 22:00:00 -0000

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U.S. posted record greenhouse gas reductions in 2020, EPA draft report says

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Covid-19 pandemic caused U.S. greenhouse gas emissions to plummet by a record amount in 2020, according to EPA's draft annual greenhouse gas inventory.

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Sea levels could rise up to a foot by 2050

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Sea levels along U.S. coasts will rise by as much as a foot in the next 30 years as climate change accelerates, leading to a “dramatic increase” in millions of Americans' exposure to flooding, scientists warned in a federal report published Tuesday. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports.

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Exclusive poll: Answers to the midterm’s 2 big questions

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 14:17:34 -0000

We have some news in our latest POLITICO-Morning Consult poll that we can share with you this morning. The results get to the heart of two big questions about 2022:

1. Can Democrats overcome the culture war attacks dragging them down?

2. Can Republicans overcome the Trumpian issues dragging them down?

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The voting rights battles you should be watching

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 01:41:20 -0000

A pair of looming state court cases in Pennsylvania and Wisconsin could significantly curtail mail voting ahead of the midterms — one of Republicans’ major goals since former President Donald Trump went to war against the practice in 2020. Zach Montellaro reports.

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The court battles over mail-in voting

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 01:35:21 -0000

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War, money and politics

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 20:54:10 -0000

All eyes in Washington are turned east, as Russia claims it’s open to a diplomatic solution but could still invade Ukraine any day. The Biden administration is preparing for the worst — practicing numerous response scenarios, according to WaPo — and moving its limited Kyiv embassy presence west in case of an invasion. And there was a time when he was considered the model for Democrats looking to flip red seats blue: a former Marine who ran on a centrist platform and won a district Donald Trump carried by 20 points. Today, our Philly-based Pennsylvania politics guru Holly Otterbein spotlights Rep. Conor Lamb's struggle to catch fire with the Democratic base in the Pennsylvania Senate primary, one of the party’s best pickup opportunities this fall.

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DOE eyes existing transmission system for 'early wins' to grow the power grid

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Department of Energy is focused on getting some “early wins” in disbursing grid and transmission funds allocated under the bipartisan infrastructure bill, according to Pat Hoffman, acting assistant secretary and principal deputy assistant secretary in the DOE Office of Electricity.

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Why Biden’s ambitious climate agenda is stalled

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Joe Biden elevated climate change to one of the top four issues for his administration, along with battling the pandemic, rebuilding the economy and fighting racism. Yet his most crucial climate proposal is dead in Congress. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports.

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Joe Biden’s climate legacy since taking office

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden has touted his climate agenda as the most ambitious in history. But, the president is struggling to notch major wins and his progressive base is losing patience. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports.

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Democrats' options as national climate agenda stalls

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Joe Biden entered the White House last year with the most ambitious climate agenda in history, but he's struggling to log major wins and setbacks keep mounting. Josh Siegel reports.

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Biden's stalled climate agenda

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Joe Biden entered the White House last year with the most ambitious climate agenda in history, but he's struggling to log major wins and setbacks keep mounting. Josh Siegel reports.

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Judge blocks Biden's social cost of carbon

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 22:47:50 -0000

A federal judge in Louisiana on Friday blocked the Biden administration’s social cost of carbon estimate, the figure used by federal agencies to calculate the future economic impacts of present-day greenhouse gas reductions.

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Biden’s social cost of carbon faces legal trouble

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 22:47:21 -0000

On Friday, a federal judge in Louisiana blocked the Biden administration’s social cost of carbon estimate, a metric used by the federal government to calculate the future economic impacts of present-day greenhouse gas reductions. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains the judge’s ruling and how it could impact Biden’s green agenda.

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California sets stricter emissions target for electricity sector

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 22:46:19 -0000

The California Public Utilities Commission on Thursday set a stricter emissions target for the electricity sector, a move cheered by environmentalists who nevertheless urged the agency to go further during the next cycle in two years.

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GOP strategists to hopeful Democrats: Get real

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 21:56:07 -0000

A week ago, we laid out the thinking of some top Democratic strategists who are suddenly imagining a scenario in which the party defies history and holds Congress in the midterms. Over the past few days, we checked in with an array of Republican operatives about whether they think the GOP could actually blow this. Even after the RNC’s “legitimate political discourse” debacle two weekends ago, the answer almost across the board was an adamant “no.”

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U.S. sending 3,000 more troops to Poland amid fresh Ukraine invasion warnings

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 22:18:06 -0000

Officials in the U.S. and the U.K. are telling their citizens to leave Ukraine immediately.

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Where things stand with SCOTUS

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:46:24 -0000

The first clips of President Joe Biden's sitdown interview with NBC’s Lester Holt were released Thursday night (the full video will air on Sunday’s Super Bowl pregame show). Biden announced that his shortlist of potential nominees to replace Justice Stephen Breyer is down to four. Biden: “I’ve taken about four people and done the deep dive on them — meaning thorough background checks, and to see if there’s anything in the background that would make them not qualified.” Also: “I think whomever I pick will get a vote from the Republican side for the following reason: I’m not looking to make an ideological choice here.”

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The Gen X activists upending Democratic politics

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 21:35:37 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with Siva Raj and Autumn Looijen, co-founders of the Recall SF School Board campaign, about their journey from concerned parents to political activists. Plus, Jeremy B. White, the editor of Politico’s California Playbook newsletter, joins to explain the political significance of this recall election.

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Our leaders are failing on climate, poll finds

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A new POLITICO Morning Consult Global Sustainability Poll reveals frustration from citizens that they are being left to take on climate action on their own, when they believe governments and the companies with the most resources (which also tend to bear the most responsibility for carbon emissions) should shoulder the burden. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath reports.

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Most aren't impressed by their leaders' climate choices, poll finds

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Adults across the United States and globally have damning opinions about the performance of their political leaders when it comes to climate change, and say they are noticing an escalation in extreme weather events and natural disasters. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath reports.

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The resignation of Eric Lander

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 04:51:09 -0000

An internal White House investigation recently concluded that President Joe Biden’s top science adviser, Eric Lander, bullied and demeaned his subordinates and violated the White House’s workplace policy. On Monday, Lander resigned. Reporter Alex Thompson — who had the original scoop — shares the story.

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House Dems break against mask mandate

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:04:44 -0000

It’s been one of the greatest sources of tension between House Republicans and Democrats for a year now: a chamber-wide mandate requiring lawmakers to mask up before they vote — and steep fines if they refuse. But now some House Democrats are following the lead of Democratic governors, calling for an end to mask mandates — even as their party imposes one in the House chamber.

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U.S. solar manufacturer petitions Commerce for Southeast Asia tariffs

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

U.S.-based solar manufacturer Auxin Solar on Tuesday asked the Commerce Department to impose tariffs on solar panel components from four Southeast Asian nations, arguing importers are shipping through those countries to avoid tariffs on products coming from China.

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Utility CEOs to Dems: revive BBB clean energy provisions

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Electric utility industry CEOs met with President Joe Biden on Wednesday to advocate for Democrats to pass the clean energy tax credit piece of the Build Back Better agenda. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Utility CEOs push for BBB clean energy tax credits

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Electric utility CEOs met with President Joe Biden on Wednesday to push Democrats to pass the clean energy tax credits in the Build Back Better agenda. The meeting represents the highest profile move yet for the sector to get behind the $300 billion in tax incentives as the package remains stagnant. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse reports.

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Inside the resignation of Eric Lander

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 03:31:35 -0000

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Biden lags behind Dem govs on easing mask mandates

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:13:58 -0000

Across the country, top Democratic officials are relaxing mask mandates as Omicron recedes and concern rises about how masking is affecting schoolchildren. Meanwhile, Republicans have seized on the issue to attack Democrats. The shift among Democrats accelerated Monday, when a bipartisan group of governors meeting with President Joe Biden in Washington told him they wanted a “return to a greater state of normality” and to “move beyond the pandemic.”

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Interior to release Willow Alaska oil project environmental draft review in spring

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Interior Department expects to release a draft environmental review of the proposed Willow oil project on Alaska's North Slope this spring, an agency official said on Tuesday.

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Federal court says Colorado climate suit belongs in state court

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A federal appellate court on Tuesday said a climate change lawsuit brought by several Colorado localities against fossil fuel companies should be sent back to state court. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains.

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Fossil fuel companies lose appeal in Colorado climate case

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, a federal appellate court said that a climate change lawsuit brought by several Colorado localities against fossil fuel companies should be sent back to state court. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the ruling’s legal implications and how it could impact dozens of similar lawsuits across the country.

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The trucker protests in Ottawa, Canada

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:52:52 -0000

With trucks and protesters occupying streets around Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada, Ottawa's mayor Jim Watson has declared a state of emergency. The “Freedom Convoy” — a collection of semis and other large trucks — began as a rallying point for Canadians opposed to vaccine mandates. But it has snowballed into an increasingly organized fight against Covid-19 public health measures and Trudeau himself. Andy Blatchford reports.

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Trucker protests take over Canada’s capital

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:51:21 -0000

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Censures inflame GOP tensions

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 21:31:41 -0000

The fallout from the RNC’s weekend censure of Reps. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) and Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) spread to Capitol Hill on Monday: Hill Republicans returned to town and lit into Chair Ronna McDaniel. Senate Republicans went on the record to say that looking back to 2020 is a losing strategy that won’t help the party flip both chambers of Congress. And they’re furious that the RNC would dub the activities of Jan. 6 “legitimate political discourse.”

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Kerry taps Richard Duke as No. 2 climate negotiator

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Richard Duke will take over the State Department's deputy climate envoy position under John Kerry, replacing Jonathan Pershing, who left this month, a department spokesperson told POLITICO on Monday.

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Will EPA strengthen its soot standard?

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

EPA’s Clean Air Scientific Advisory Committee released a draft review Friday that recommended Administrator Michael Regan tighten standards on fine particulate matter. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains the public health implications of a strengthened standard.

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Science advisers call on EPA to strengthen soot standard

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

A draft report from EPA's science advisers released last Friday recommended Administrator Michael Regan strengthen the national air quality standard for particulate matter. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén reports.

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The evolving Russia-Ukraine situation

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 03:20:51 -0000

Russia now has an estimated 70% of the forces it needs for a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in place, according to Biden administration officials. A group of bipartisan Senators continue to work on a sanctions bill, and Europe and the U.S. are on alert. Alex Ward reports.

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Tensions mount, and mount, and mount

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 03:19:57 -0000

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Can Dems defy history?

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 23:06:54 -0000

The most likely November election scenario is that Republicans win the House and Senate. On average since World War II, the president’s party loses 26 House seats and four Senate seats in a midterm election. But Democrats are beginning to whisper about something that sounds laughable to many observers: Maybe they can win the midterms.

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CPUC indefinitely delays vote on rooftop solar reform

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The California Public Utilities Commission's proposal to slash rooftop solar installation incentives won't be taken up for a vote anytime soon, an agency official said last Thursday. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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Dems want a national electricity policy while GOP balks

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Democrats on a new Congressional power sector task force aim to tackle what they see as a major barrier to implementing President Joe Biden’s clean energy goals: the lack of a comprehensive U.S. electricity policy. But Republican resistance to any perceived or actual intrusion on states' authority to manage their own power systems could thwart efforts to set a national electricity policy. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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The push for a national electricity policy

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Democrats on a new Congressional power sector task force are pushing to implement a comprehensive U.S. electricity policy in order to support President Joe Biden’s clean energy goals. But, Republicans are standing in the way. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Why Stephanie Cutter says Dems need a new SCOTUS strategy

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 21:06:20 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook author Ryan Lizza spoke to Democratic strategist Stephanie Cutter about what it’s like behind the scenes of a Supreme Court confirmation process.

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Getting a Supreme Court pick to the finish line

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 21:06:12 -0000

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House Oversight gives oil company board members deadline for climate hearing

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The House Oversight Committee has given board members from the biggest oil and gas companies a deadline to commit to attend a hearing that will probe whether the energy industry's strategies to fight climate change are strong enough, the committee said Thursday. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Biden’s Fed nominee faces GOP pushback over climate stance

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Sarah Bloom Raskin, the nominee for top Wall Street cop at the Federal Reserve, during her Thursday confirmation hearing pushed back against Republican claims that she would encourage banks to steer financing away from fossil fuel companies. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports.

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Fed nominee Raskin rejects GOP climate risk criticisms

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden’s nominee for the Federal Reserve's top Wall Street cop, Sarah Bloom Raskin, faced major GOP pushback on Thursday during her Senate confirmation hearing. POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down Raskin’s climate stances and how it could impact the future of the Federal Reserve.

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The pandemic for kids under 5

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:44:56 -0000

On Tuesday, Pfizer and BioNTech announced they’re seeking authorization from the Food and Drug Administration for the first two doses of a planned three-dose Covid-19 vaccine regimen for children under 5 — the last age bracket remaining without a Covid-19 vaccine. The agency said that it would convene its independent panel of vaccine experts on Feb. 15 to consider the data. While many welcomed the new development, some pediatricians raised concerns that the companies were moving too quickly. Lauren Gardner reports.

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A shot for the youngest kids is in sight

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 00:43:45 -0000

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Biden administration, Puerto Rico reach deal to accelerate federal funding for grid improvements

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

An agreement between Puerto Rico and the federal government aims to accelerate the deployment of $12 billion in federal funds toward rebuilding the island territory’s grid after it was torn apart by two hurricanes in 2017.

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How Manchin used politics to protect his family’s business

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

As a state senator, governor and later a U.S. Senator, Joe Manchin has made several decisions that have protected and benefited his family’s business, along with the fuel it depends on: coal. E&E News reporter Scott Waldman breaks down some of those decisions and the ethical questions they raised.

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Biden's economy problem

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 04:18:23 -0000

President Joe Biden delivered a massive economic stimulus that sparked historic job growth — but is also a factor in why inflation is the highest it's been since the 80s. Now, he’s counting on the Federal Reserve to come to the rescue as inflation eats up people’s paychecks and feeds anxiety about the future. Victoria Guida reports.

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The hot economy is about to be put on ice

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 04:16:53 -0000

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Interior eyes 50 percent hike in onshore oil drilling royalty rates

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Interior Department accidentally tipped its hand on a potential 50 percent increase in royalty rates that companies pay for oil and gas produced on federal land and plans to scale back the amount of land it offers up for fossil fuel development — moves the energy industry contends will shrink government revenues rather than raise them. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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How the Russia crisis is complicating Biden’s energy agenda

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The threat of armed conflict in Eastern Europe is really complicating President Joe Biden’s messaging about his clean energy agenda. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel breaks down the president’s strategy and why clean energy advocates and oil and gas companies aren’t too pleased.

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Biden's Russia problem reveals political landmines in energy policy

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden's messaging on the clean energy transition is showing some cracks amid the threat of armed conflict in Eastern Europe. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports.

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What's next for the Jan. 6 special committee

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:23:44 -0000

Investigators for the Jan. 6 select committee have won a string of victories in court, obtaining testimony and records from Trump World. Now, they're preparing for their next battle, making those findings tangible — and understandable — to the public. Kyle Cheney reports.

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The Jan. 6 panel is at an inflection point

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 00:21:07 -0000

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EPA seeks to bring back mercury pollution rule gutted by Trump

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:00:00 -0000

EPA on Monday proposed restoring the legal basis for one of the Obama administration’s most successful air pollution regulations, a move that would reverse a Trump-era rollback that had weakened limits on mercury emitted from coal-fired power plants. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino.

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The future of offshore gas leases in the Gulf of Mexico

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Last week, a federal judge canceled one of the largest offshore oil and gas lease sales in U.S. history, arguing that the Interior Department made a flawed analysis of the climate change impact of drilling in the Gulf of Mexico. POLITICO’s Ben Lefevbre breaks down that ruling and how it could impact the future of offshore oil and gas lease sales in the region.

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Why a judge blocked one of the largest offshore gas lease sales in U.S. history

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The oil and gas sector is getting the jitters over the fallout from last week's ruling vacating Interior's offshore lease sale. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre.

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The Supreme Court's full docket

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 01:22:20 -0000

Last week, Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement, setting off a flurry of anticipation about who his successor would be and how the confirmation process would play out. Josh Gerstein reports.

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The short list to replace Breyer

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 01:20:25 -0000

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Cryptocurrency industry fights proposed NY moratorium

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Environmental advocates and key state lawmakers are pushing again this year for a three-year moratorium on permits for power plants that burn fossil fuels to mine Bitcoin, a measure that would be the first of its kind in the nation. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino.

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Empire State of cryptomining

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Environmental advocates and New York state lawmakers are pushing for a three-year moratorium on permits for power plants that burn fossil fuels to mine Bitcoin. But, crypto mining advocates warn that if the state enacts this moratorium, it could miss out on many benefits. POLITICO’s Marie French explains.

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DOE restarts coal advisory committee with new focus

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The Energy Department said it is restarting the lapsed National Coal Council, but with a new name and focus on coal workers and communities — a revamp that aligns with the Biden administration's effort to transition the U.S. away from fossil fuels. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino.

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A former US ambassador to NATO gets inside Putin's head

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 22:21:50 -0000

As Russian troops surround Ukraine, the world is wondering what is Russia's Vladimir Putin endgame, and how to counter his strategy. Today, Playbook author Ryan Lizza talks to former US ambassador to NATO Kurt Volker for some answers.

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Biden administration cancels mining leases near wilderness area

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration canceled two leases for a proposed copper-nickel mine in northeastern Minnesota on Wednesday, dealing a blow to a project environmentalists had long raised concerns about. Twin Metals Minnesota, the company proposing the mine, has vowed to challenge the decision and claims the move is political. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino.

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Biden’s energy plan if Russia invades Ukraine

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

As fears of Russian aggression on Ukraine reach a fever pitch, the Biden administration is working with overseas partners to address one of Europe’s biggest economic concerns in the conflict: access to Russian energy. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre reports.

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An energy crisis looms if Russia invades Ukraine

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0000

What would happen if Russia, one of Europe’s biggest oil and gas suppliers, invades Ukraine? That’s the question the Biden administration is hoping to answer by working with different countries and companies. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre reports.

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Monoclonal antibodies and the midterms

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:59:00 -0000

Republicans are accusing the Biden administration of racism — against white people. The FDA recommended that race and ethnicity be considered when deciding who gets the limited supply of monoclonal antibody treatments — including the only antibody treatment to effectively work against the Omicron variant. But, it's now become the latest political talking point for Republicans, looking to energize their base ahead of the midterm elections. Megan Messerly reports.

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The newest pandemic wedge issue: Sotrovimab

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 04:00:00 -0000

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What's next for the open SCOTUS seat

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 22:31:33 -0000

Wednesday delivered a much-needed jolt for the Biden presidency with the news that Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer will retire at the end of this term. It’s a chance for the White House to pivot from the spate of bad news and rally depressed Democratic voters. Perhaps more importantly, it presents a chance for Biden to prove to Black voters — who rescued his 2020 campaign — that he can deliver for them.

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EPA's Regan boosts justice actions as criticisms mount

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

EPA on Wednesday announced a suite of actions to boost environmental justice communities in the South, particularly around chemical plants in Louisiana and Texas. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Retiring Breyer sought out pragmatic rulings in environmental cases

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The retirement of Justice Stephen Breyer marks the departure of a pragmatic voice who successfully won over conservative justices in some high-profile environmental cases despite being in the ideological minority. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén reports.

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Vax wars head to California

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

For the third time in 10 years, California is in the middle of the national vaccine wars. On Monday, State Sen. Richard Pan unveiled legislation to eliminate the personal belief exemption for the impending Covid-19 vaccine mandate for K-12 students in California.California Playbook co-author Jeremy B. White reports.

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California's vaccine wars

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

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Appeals court deals another blow to Mountain Valley Pipeline

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

An appeals court on Tuesday vacated permits the U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management gave the Mountain Valley Pipeline, dealing the project another setback by sending it back to the agencies for review. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Big Oil, Baltimore square off in court

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A panel of federal judges expressed skepticism on Tuesday about oil companies' legal arguments to move a climate lawsuit brought by the city of Baltimore from a state court to the federal system. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén reports.

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Baltimore vs. Big Oil: Round 2

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, a panel of federal judges expressed skepticism about the legal arguments presented by oil companies to move a highly-watched climate lawsuit brought on by the city of Baltimore from a state court to the federal system. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the lawsuit and how it could impact similar climate liability suits across the country.

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Biden's posture on Ukraine

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

Two weeks ago, the first round of diplomatic talks this year between the U.S. and Russia took place. Last week, another round of diplomatic talks took place. And now, Russia has mobilized about 100,000 troops near its border with Ukraine. Alex Ward reports on the U.S.'s strategy to contain Russian aggression and possible outcomes.

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The standoff over Ukraine

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

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Supreme Court takes up water jurisdiction appeal

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Supreme Court on Monday agreed to wade back into the long-running fight over the reach of Clean Water Act protections — a major blow to the Biden administration, which had urged the high court to hold off while the Environmental Protection Agency develops a new set of rules. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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Will FERC increase its focus on environmental justice?

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Rhetoric from the new Democratic FERC majority could indicate a paradigm shift in how the commission considers the impact of siting fossil fuel infrastructure in communities of color and low income and rural areas. But attempts to alter FERC's evaluation process still face opposition from Republicans on and off the commission. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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FERC Dems signal stronger stance on environmental justice

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

FERC’s Democratic majority is signaling that environmental justice should play a larger role in how the commission considers pipelines and other projects. But, that stance has received mixed feedback from Republicans, the natural gas industry, and environmental justice advocates. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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The upcoming fights in Congress

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

After failures to advance two high profile bills — the Build Back Better spending plan and voting rights — Democrats return to the drawing board. Anthony Adragna reports.

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What's next for Dems in Congress

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 23:00:00 -0000

After failures to advance two high profile bills — the Build Back Better spending plan and voting rights — Democrats return to the drawing board. Anthony Adragna reports.

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Biden Interior surpasses Trump in drilling permits issued in first year

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Biden Interior Department approved nearly 900 more permits to drill on public land in 2021 than the Trump administration had in its first year in office, according to an analysis from progressive group Center for Biological Diversity. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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Why Biden’s latest WOTUS guidance might be confusing developers

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The Army Corps of Engineers earlier this month quietly posted new guidance on its website stating it and EPA “will not rely on” decisions made under the Trump-era rule governing whether a project involved federally protected waters and thus required federal permits The guidance could impact potentially hundreds of projects, including high-profile proposed mines in Georgia and Arizona, and is meant to clarify the effect of court decisions vacating the Trump regulation, known as the Navigable Waters Protection Rule. POLITICO’S Alex Guillén reports.

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Army Corps guidance on water protections sparks confusion

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0000

New guidance released earlier this month by the Army Corps of Engineers is raising more questions than it answers when it comes to projects that potentially impact federally protected waters of the United States. The guidance states that the Army Corps of Engineers and the EPA will not rely on decisions made under a Trump-era rule about whether a project involves these waters and thus will require a federal permit. POLITICO’S Alex Guillén breaks down the latest guidance and how it could impact hundreds of projects across the building, mining and agricultural sectors.

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Global oil supplies could experience 'massive' rise in 2022, IEA says

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 18:00:00 -0000

Global oil output has the potential for “a massive increase” this year, the head of the International Energy Agency’s head of oil market analysis said Thursday, as Saudi Arabia and U.S. companies ramp up production to meet the rebound in fuel demand. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino.

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Senate Democrats push Biden administration to speak out on López Obrador's energy agenda

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Four Democrats on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee are pressing the Biden administration to take a more forceful public stance against Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador's fossil fuel agenda, which would exert increased state control over the power sector. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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Biden’s BBB climate action could move forward

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden threw his support behind breaking up BBB and running with the climate portions as his party grasps for paths forward on the stalled package. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports.

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Biden supports removing climate provisions from stalled BBB

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, President Joe Biden said that Democrats will have to “break up” his spending agenda and expressed confidence that his party can move forward on the bill’s $500 billion energy and environmental programs. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports.

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California’s rooftop solar conundrum

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Two of California’s climate regulators are at odds over the future of rooftop solar panels in the state. A recent proposal from the California Public Utilities Commission would slash solar incentives for homeowners. But, it would also come into conflict with a state requirement, which mandates that new homes install solar panels and that those panels remain within financial reach. POLITICO’s Colby Bermel breaks down the controversial proposal and its potential impact.

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The fight over rooftop solar in California

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

California's tense battle over the future of rooftop solar has put two of the state's own climate regulators at odds. A California Public Utilities Commission proposal to slash solar incentives for homeowners appears to conflict with a two-year-old state requirement that new homes install the green technology — and that panels remain within financial reach. POLITICO’s Colby Bermel explains.

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CovidTests.gov is live — but is it ready?

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 23:45:02 -0000

After more than a month of surging case numbers due to the Omicron variant, the Biden administration is responding with more testing and masking. On Wednesday, it launched covidtests.gov, a website that allows users to request four free at-home covid test and this week also unveiled a plan to distribute hundreds of millions of free N-95 masks through pharmacies and community sites. Adam Cancryn reports.

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Should supply chains really be this fragile?

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Groundwork Collaborative Executive Director Lindsay Owens lays out her argument for why corporate profit-seeking contributed to the inflation problem we have today, in the latest economics episode with POLITICO reporter Victoria Guida.

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The surprising 5G fight

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 03:06:23 -0000

5G, more like 5 o-m-g! Amid concerns that AT&T's and Verizon's 5G rollout could cause thousands of flight cancellations and disruptions, the wireless companies agreed to heed the warnings of the aviation industry and scale back their rollout. How'd this get to be such a mess in the first place? Oriana Pawlyk reports.

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Airlines face their next challenge: 5G

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 03:04:45 -0000

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Exxon pledges net-zero carbon emissions from operations by 2050

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Exxon Mobil pledged on Tuesday to reach net-zero carbon emissions in its operations by 2050, a promise that reflects new investor pressure but is likely to still leave environmental advocates wanting more. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Dems BBB inaction could doom major climate action

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Anxious House Democrats are warily pushing for trimming the stalled Build Back Better Act, fearing their failure to pass a bill with strong climate change provisions ahead of tough midterm elections will jeopardize their effort to ward off the worst effects of a warming planet. POLITICO’s Josh Siegel reports.

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The line the Biden admin is walking on its (doomed) voting rights legislation

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 01:20:22 -0000

Last week, voting rights legislation hit a brick wall when Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV) and Kyrsten Sinema (D-AZ) announced they would not support changing Senate rules to get around a potential filibuster. Today, Majority Leader Chuck Schumer still plans to allow debate on voting rights — despite its almost certain failure. Playbook’s Eugene Daniels looks at what's next for the Biden administration.

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Voting rights legislation: deterred or dead?

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 01:19:10 -0000

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Why the responsibly sourced natural gas industry is divided

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

A proposal in front of FERC aiming to propel sales of natural gas with lower emissions from methane — a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon dioxide — and help mitigate the effects of climate change is coming under fire from natural gas producers. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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FERC reviews responsibly sourced natural gas proposal

Tue, 18 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

FERC is reviewing a proposal that aims to encourage natural gas producers to trade and transport responsibly sourced natural gas. But, producers are worried it could create uneven standards and unnecessary gatekeepers. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Oregon's cannabis paradox

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 17:16:59 -0000

There’s a saying that Southern Oregon has more trees than people, but recently, the area has been overrun by international cartels and gun-toting outlaw farmers. What’s happening there represents one of the more confounding paradoxes of the legalized marijuana movement: states with large legal markets are also dealing with rampant illegal production. Natalie Fertig reports.

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Oregon's illicit market for cannabis

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 17:15:40 -0000

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NASA, NOAA say 2021 was sixth-hottest year on record

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Last year was the sixth-warmest year ever recorded worldwide, continuing a trend of hotter temperatures driven by human-caused greenhouse gas emissions from burning fossil fuels, NASA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and Berkeley Earth said Thursday. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Why activists are concerned about Biden’s environmental justice goals

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden has put environmental justice at the top of his administration’s green agenda. But, after the resignations of two high-profile White House environmental officials who worked on the administration’s environmental justice goals, activists are concerned if the president will fail to deliver on his promises. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains.

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White House departures send tremors through environmental community

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The resignations of two high-profile White House environmental officials have rattled activists who fear President Joe Biden will fail to deliver on his promises to tackle the pollution plaguing minority and low-income communities. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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'Confusion and frustration': Congress on the CDC

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 20:06:50 -0000

As we round into the third year of Covid-19 and a surging wave of cases, Democrats and Republicans alike raised sharp questions and complaints on the state of the pandemic response in the most recent oversight hearing in Congress. Alice Miranda Ollstein reports.

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The CDC’s messaging problem that won’t go away

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 20:05:57 -0000

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White House announces actions bolstering clean energy

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

On Wednesday, the Biden administration announced several new clean energy actions, including its first auction for offshore wind power leases off New York and New Jersey next month and a new initiative to speed the construction of new electricity transmission lines to enable new renewable energy projects. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Coming soon: the first offshore wind lease sale under Biden

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration announced on Wednesday it will hold its first auction for offshore wind power leases in the shallow waters off New York and New Jersey next month. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino.

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API backs Biden's methane curbs on oil and gas operations

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

American Petroleum Institute chief Mike Sommers said on Wednesday the industry lobby group supported the Biden administration’s proposed plan to regulate emissions of methane from new and existing oil and gas sources.

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How Chicago reacted to its school closures

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:47:30 -0000

On Monday night, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot and the Chicago Teachers Union reached a deal to bring students back to the classroom after a five-day standoff. But even after coming to an agreement, the relationship between the union and Mayor remains strained. Illinois Playbook author Shia Kapos explains how it unfolded and what this says about the future of schools in the Covid-19 era.

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What happened in Chicago schools

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 19:45:38 -0000

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The crisis facing hospitals

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0000

Hospitals and long-term care facilities are so short-staffed, many are relying on new CDC guidance to bring asymptomatic doctors and nurses back to work — even as the U.S. is poised to break a record 142,000 covid-19 hospitalizations. Reporter Rachael Levy on the no-win situation that hospitals now face.

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What happens when your doctor has Covid?

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0000

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Damages from billion-dollar disasters surged in 2021, NOAA says

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Twenty separate climate and weather disasters costing $1 billion dollars or more inflicted a combined $145 billion of damage in the United States in 2021, the fourth-warmest year on record, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Monday.

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The path forward for Senate Democrats

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

The Senate is back in session this week — covid numbers are rising and Joe Manchin has voiced his opposition to President Biden's social spending plan. So where do Senate Democrats go from here? Marianne LeVine on where things stand in Congress right now.

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SCOTUS won't review decision blocking year-round E15 sale

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The Supreme Court delivered a blow to the ethanol industry on Monday by turning away a request to hear a case in the long-running fight to allow the year-round sale of increased ethanol blends in gasoline. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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SCOTUS denies year-round E15 gasoline petition

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

On Monday, the Supreme Court delivered a blow to the biofuels industry in its long-running fight to allow the year-round sale of gasoline containing 15 percent ethanol. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains the justices’ decision and how it will impact refiners and the ethanol industry moving forward.

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New year, same problems

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 03:05:19 -0000

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Environmental justice leader to exit White House

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Cecilia Martinez, who led environmental justice efforts in President Joe Biden's White House, is leaving the Council on Environmental Quality, a White House spokesperson confirmed last week.

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How BBB could help America harness geothermal energy

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Legislative supporters of geothermal energy are hoping to carve out new pots of money in the Build Back Better bill to make the relatively untapped renewable resource a significant contributor to achieving President Joe Biden’s ambitious climate goals - if the broader debates over the package don’t derail it completely. POLITICO’s Jonathan Custodio explains.

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Why BBB could be a game-changer for geothermal energy

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

In the Build Back Better bill, there are billions of dollars that would support a key but relatively unused renewable energy source: geothermal energy. The bill could make the energy source a major contributor to President Joe Biden’s ambitious climate goals, according to supporters. But that’s only if the broader debate over the package doesn’t derail it. POLITICO’s Jonathan Custodio explains.

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Why Rep. Raskin is still pursuing accountability on Trump

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0000

On this week's episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook author Rachael Bade talks to Rep. Jamie Raskin about the importance of pursuing checks on former president Donald Trump.

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Surviving the Jan. 6 attack

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 19:44:17 -0000

On this week's episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook author Rachael Bade talks to POLITICO's congressional reporter Olivia Beavers about the hours of anxiety, escaping, and waiting, on January 6th, 2021.

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The rocky road ahead for the Jan. 6 committee

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 19:44:10 -0000

On this week's episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook author Rachael Bade talks to POLITICO's congressional reporter Olivia Beavers about the challenges ahead for the Jan. 6 committee, and the political realignment a year after the attack on the Capitol.

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NRC rejects Oklo advanced reactor application over lack of safety, design information

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission denied the first application for an advanced reactor on Thursday, citing a lack of information on the design and the safety of the proposed project.

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Hochul doubles down on renewable energy commitments

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Gov. Kathy Hochul is doubling down on the state’s commitments to renewables, storage and green hydrogen as she presses forward to achieve the state’s zero emissions electricity mandate by 2040. POLITICO’s Marie French explains.

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New York’s latest clean energy commitments

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

This week, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul announced the state’s latest commitments to renewable energy, including increasing offshore wind and barring fossil fuels in new building construction by 2027. POLITICO’s Marie French explains.

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A new gang of eight?

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 04:19:02 -0000

Axios’ Sophia Cai and Andrew Solender reported Wednesday night that a bipartisan group of eight senators met on Zoom to discuss reforming the Electoral Count Act, the obscure law that Trump tried to use to overturn the election.

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and the White House want nothing to do with it. Democratic leaders have been focused on forcing through the party’s broader voting bill, which would lower barriers to voting, reform campaign finance rules and seek to curb gerrymandering.

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FERC allows New England grid operator to terminate natural gas project deal

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:00:00 -0000

FERC has accepted the New England grid operator’s request to terminate a capacity supply agreement with a planned natural gas facility in Connecticut, amid the grid operator’s doubts that the facility would be up and running on schedule.

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The CDC's changing guidance

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0000

This week, the CDC doubled down on its Dec. 29 guidance that asymptomatic Covid-19 patients can leave isolation after five days without a negative test. Erin Banco reports on the policy and politics behind that decision.

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The CDC’s rough week

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 17:00:00 -0000

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Germany, EU at odds over nuclear energy

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Germany “explicitly rejects” Brussels’ plan to label nuclear energy as sustainable, the government said Monday, in a bid to project a unified stance and downplay growing discontent within the coalition over the controversial EU proposal. POLITICO EU politics reporter Hans von der Burchard explains if the proposal can survive without German support.

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Why Germany is rejecting the EU’s nuclear push

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

The European Commission recently came out with a proposal that labels some gas and nuclear power plants as green investments, prompting criticism from Germany. POLITICO EU politics reporter Hans von der Burchard explains why Germany is against the proposal.

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Schools vs Covid-19

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 06:09:08 -0000

The message from Education Secretary Miguel Cardona is that schools should do what they can to remain open for in-person learning. But with Omicron cases surging among students and school staff, plus a possible teacher shortage, how will schools adjust? POLITICO's Juan Perez reports.

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Schools ride (another) Covid-19 wave

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 06:08:08 -0000

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Germany’s green-on-green wind power battle

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

Germany’s new government is planning on doing something that’s certain to enrage some of its keenest environmentalist supporters — dramatically expand wind power.

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Manchin's ‘realistic’ olive branch

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 14:00:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin said Tuesday that tackling climate change is one area Democrats can "probably" find agreement on, after the West Virginia senator dashed hopes of passing Democrats' larger social spending package in its current form. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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Manchin signals openness to ‘realistic’ climate provisions

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 13:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, Sen. Joe Manchin, the West Virginia Democrat who prevented his party from passing their Build Back Better bill, made comments that indicated a potential avenue for agreement on the legislation’s climate provisions. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains what Manchin’s comments mean moving forward for the bill as a whole.

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The election reform idea gaining currency on the right

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 02:00:00 -0000

Voting rights and election reform will dominate the debate in Washington over the next weeks.Meeting self-imposed deadlines has not exactly been the Democrats’ forte over the last year, but Schumer said Monday he wants the Senate to consider rules changes by Jan. 17 if voting rights legislation is filibustered. This has been a Democrats-only debate. So far from Republicans we’ve mostly heard a lot of sniping at Schumer from the sidelines. But one important dynamic to watch is whether Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and his colleagues shift from simply attacking the Schumer move here to making a substantive counteroffer. There’s a movement afoot on the intellectual right to get congressional Republicans to back some narrow but important reforms. And Schumer will have to make some tough decisions if McConnell embraces them over the next two weeks.

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Amazon and Google's tactics to fight regulation

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 23:15:59 -0000

The latest product launch from Google and Amazon? Being the underdog against Congress. Emily Birnbaum on the surprising ways Amazon and Google are mobilizing to counter regulatory efforts.

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Amazon and Google face off against Congress

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 23:14:13 -0000

The latest product launch from Google and Amazon? Being the underdog against Congress. Emily Birnbaum on the surprising ways Amazon and Google are mobilizing to counter regulatory efforts.

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New York releases proposal to transition off fossil fuels

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 18:00:00 -0000

New York met two key deadlines in the state’s landmark climate law in late December, releasing an inventory of emissions and a draft plan to meet ambitious greenhouse gas reduction mandates. POLITICO’s Annie Snider

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New year, same BBB fight

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 16:00:00 -0000

House progressives are done waiting for the Build Back Better bill to pass, and they're urging Biden to take executive action to forge ahead on his climate goals. But an upcoming Supreme Court case could erode the administration's ability to regulate power plant pollution. POLITICO’s Matthew Choi explains.

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The latest with BBB heading into 2022

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Senate Democrats are picking themselves back up and pushing ahead on the Build Back Better Act, with a floor vote slated for early this year to get everyone's stance on the record. POLITICO’s Matthew Choi.

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Trump's Jan. 6 split-screen

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 04:51:59 -0000

Thursday marks the one-year anniversary of the January 6 insurrection. As that date approaches, a slew of new polls out highlight the splintering effect the attack has with voters — and on Donald Trump's influence on the Republican party. David Siders reports.

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New Jan. 6 polls show partisan rift

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 04:50:34 -0000

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Why Puerto Rico’s power grid is struggling

Mon, 03 Jan 2022 15:00:00 -0000

Puerto Rico’s grid has a unique set of challenges, including a history of management issues, and lawmakers and residents alike are fighting over the privatization of the network. POLITICO’s Gloria Gonzalez explains.

Gloria Gonzalez is the Deputy Energy Editor at POLITICO Pro.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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To invite or not to invite? The lobbying house event strategy

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

From their lofty offices along K street, lobbyists have spent decades trying to pull the levers of power. But changing times sometimes call for changing scenery, and many are trading plush spaces near the White House for quaint townhouses right across the street from Congress. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri peeks beyond the front door with reporter Hailey Fuchs.

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Is attribution science legit?

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

How can a group of scientists confidently say how responsible climate change was for a natural disaster? And how reliable are their findings? POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen explains why the scientific community is throwing its support behind attribution science.

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The origin of attribution studies

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 14:10:00 -0000

A new branch of science is looking at natural disasters and trying to understand the role of climate change in them. POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen tells the story.

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Lobbyists flying closer to the Hill

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

From their lofty offices along K street, lobbyists have spent decades trying to pull the levers of power. But changing times sometimes call for changing scenery, and many are trading plush spaces near the White House for quaint townhouses right across the street from Congress. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri gets a view inside from Brian Bell, pilot-advocate for the Allied Pilots Association.

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The colors of hydrogen

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:05:00 -0000

For years, hydrogen power has been seen as a potential source of renewable energies. But where we extract the hydrogen from defines how eco-friendly it is. POLITICO's Matthew Choi explains.

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Is blue hydrogen really a solution?

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Senators want clean hydrogen to help the transition to non-polluting sources of energy. But how clean is "clean" hydrogen, anyway? POLITICO's Matthew Choi explains.

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Home Sweet Lobbying Home

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

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Why carbon removal isn't enough

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 14:05:00 -0000

Earlier this year, the UN climate science body gave a grim account of the fight against climate change. And it also said carbon removal through tree-planting or other technologies isn't enough. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains why.

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Is Washington's climate action enough anymore?

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Democrats are making a historic move on climate policy in their $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill. But after a grim update on the status of the fight against climate change on Monday, POLITICO's Zack Colman reports the Democratic plan may still fall short.

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The optimistic and pessimistic cases of the IPCC report

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:05:00 -0000

This year's report from the UN climate science panel left many grim readings into the future of the planet. POLITICO's Zack Colman offers an optimistic and a pessimistic view of the report.

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The IPCC report

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Earlier this year, a report from an international group of scientists confirmed we are bound to suffer some of the worst consequences from climate change. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman describes the findings.

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A day in the life of a Congress reporter

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 21:00:00 -0000

On this week's episode of Playbook Deep Dive, co-author Rachael Bade spoke to CNN's Chief Congressional Correspondent Manu Raju about how covering Congress is a uniquely demanding job in Washington journalism.

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California keeps a key gun restriction — for now

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Gun safety advocates had reason to celebrate Tuesday after the U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld California’s ban on large-capacity magazines. But the high-capacity magazine debate could ultimately reach the Supreme Court, where conservative judges hold a 6-3 majority.

Isabella Bloom is an intern with POLITICO.

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The Democratic Party lacks identity and it could hurt them in 2022 and beyond

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Pollsters in Virginia found most voters in the commonwealth couldn't name what Democrats had accomplished since President Biden took office and the infrastructure law isn't changing that.

Julian Sorapuru is an intern with Politico.
David Siders is a national political correspondent for Politico.

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Elected officials in California respond to string of smash-and-grabs

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0000

A string of seemingly orchestrated smash-and-grabs in the Bay Area and Los Angeles have put retailers and elected officials on alert. As local and statewide leaders crack down on property crime, these dynamics are also playing out on the campaign trail.

Isabella Bloom is an intern with POLITICO.

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Brace yourselves. The maps are coming.

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Get ready for a long Christmas week of political churn. California’s independent redistricting commissioners have until Dec. 27 to finalize the lines that will shape California campaigns and representation for the next decade.

Isabella Bloom is an intern with POLITICO.

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The relationship between activists and lawmakers

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

All summer long, activists have pressured Democratic leaders for a reconciliation package that delivers on all of President Biden’s promises. That means Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin faced protesters in their offices, homes… and bathroom stalls. Today, Playbook’s Tara Palmeri explores the new face of activism, and she asks POLITICO’s co-congressional bureau chief Burgess Everett on whether the activism is having its intended effect on Manchin and the latest on the Democrats messy reconciliation fight.

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A deteriorating dynamic on the Hill

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Congress reporters and lawmakers have a somewhat co-dependent relationship. But over the past years, their relationships have turned more acrimonious. Today, Playbook co-author Rachael Bade spoke to CNN's Chief Congressional Correspondent Manu Raju about the how these relationships have deteriorated.

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A game of cat and mouse on the Hill

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Congress reporters spend endless hours in the Capitol chasing lawmakers, while lawmakers try to control what information comes out, and when, so as to better help their agenda. On this week's episode of Playbook Deep Dive, co-author Rachael Bade spoke to CNN's Chief Congressional Correspondent Manu Raju and former Sen. Jeff Flake about their strategies.

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How the pandemic ends

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

What will it take to declare victory over Covid? POLITICO's Sarah Owermohle reports.

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Tokelahoma, Part 4

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

"Tokelahoma." That's what they're starting to call Oklahoma and its marijuana business. Here's Part 4 of this in-depth POLITICO magazine piece "Inside the Rise — and Surprising Crackdown — of the Country’s Hottest Weed Market" by POLITICO's cannabis editor Paul Demko. In a deep-red state that became the nation’s hottest marijuana market, keeping regulations to a minimum didn’t keep the bad guys out. (Part 4 of the recording.)

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The man behind Bidenomics: Jared Bernstein talks inflation with POLITICO

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 12:00:00 -0000

On this week’s episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook author Ryan Lizza spoke to Jared Bernstein, a member of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, about Build Back Better and fighting inflation.

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Tokelahoma, Part 5

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

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How Operation Warp Speed left the world waiting for a vaccine

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

U.S. officials bet on Novavax to provide a shot that could easily be shipped overseas. But its manufacturing problems have left global distributors without enough shots for poor and middle-income countries. POLITICO's Erin Banco reports.

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The future of the Democratic South

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

In North Carolina, the race for the Senate reveals the party’s internal conflict over race and the best strategy to win a crucial seat. POLITICO's Michael Kruse reports.

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A top U.N. official on U.N.-China relations

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

POLITICO's Ryan Heath talks to Achim Steiner, the head of the United Nations Development Program, about how he manages relations with China.Listen to the full episode of this week's episode of Global Insider wherever you get podcasts.

Achim Steiner is the Administrator of the United Nations Development Program.
Ryan Heath is the host of the "Global Insider" podcast and authors the newsletter.
Olivia Reingold produces “Global Insider.”
Irene Noguchi edits “Global Insider” and is the executive producer of POLITICO Audio.

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Tales from the Gerrymanderer next door

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Gerrymandering: Depending on where you stand, it’s either the cause of, or solution to, many of America’s political problems. Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza dives into the subject with GOP strategist (and former gerrymanderer) Jeff Timmer.

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Europe's top 'tech cop' is ready to take on Big Tech with America

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

It looks like the European Union’s competition czar Margrethe Vestager has finally found her right hand partner in Lina Khan. She tells host Ryan Heath the Biden administration, with its commitment to regulating Big Tech, is a “dream come true.” But what will that EU-U.S. cooperation really look like?
Ryan Heath is the host of the "Global Insider" podcast and authors the newsletter.
Olivia Reingold produces “Global Insider.”
Irene Noguchi edits “Global Insider” and is the executive producer of POLITICO Audio.

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A U.N. officials on the secondary effects of Covid

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

POLITICO's Ryan Heath hears from Achim Steiner, the head of the United Nations Development Program, about how Covid has shaken up the world beyond the immediate health crisis.

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Why the African Union isn’t waiting for COVAX

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

The U.N.-backed COVAX vaccine facility was supposed to be a game changer. But with less than ten percent of Africans vaccinated — well short of the African Union’s goal of 60% by the end of this year— Strive Masiyiwa, the head of the Union’s vaccination effort, says the continent can no longer rely on donations and vaccines produced abroad to fight disease. Masiyiwa tells POLITICO’s Ryan Heath about his negotiations with the Indian government after he realized they would no longer be exporting vaccines to Africa — and why that moment convinced him the only thing left to do was to build out a vaccine infrastructure back home.
Strive Masiyiwa is the head of the African Vaccine Acquisition Task Team and the founder and executive chairman of Econet.
Ryan Heath is the host of the "Global Insider" podcast and authors the newsletter.
Olivia Reingold produces “Global Insider.”
Irene Noguchi edits “Global Insider” and is the executive producer of POLITICO Audio.

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Belarus’ opposition leader on fighting the Lukashenko regime from exile

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was a former teacher and self-described housewife catapulted to run for president of Belarus when her candidate husband was arrested in 2020. Even in exile after the disputed election, she’s the biggest threat against strongman Alexander Lukashenko’s hold over Belarus. She has captivated Belarusians with her campaign for democracy and been nominated for the Nobel Prize. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath asks Tsikhanouskaya about how she plans to corral the international community for tighter sanctions and about how she’s working with informants within the Lukashenko regime to bring it down.
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya is an opposition leader, fighting to bring Democracy to Belarus.
Ryan Heath is the host of the "Global Insider" podcast and authors the newsletter.
Olivia Reingold produces “Global Insider.”
Irene Noguchi edits “Global Insider” and is the executive producer of POLITICO Audio.

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The race to reverse engineer coronavirus vaccines

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

POLITICO's Ryan Heath speaks with Strive Masiyiwa, the head of the Union’s vaccination effort, about the race to reverse engineer Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine in South Africa. Plus: Masiyiwa shares his reaction when he learned the Indian government placed export bans on vaccines, including those that were supposed to head to Africa.

Strive Masiyiwa is the head of the African Vaccine Acquisition Task Team and the founder and executive chairman of Econet.
Ryan Heath is the host of the "Global Insider" podcast and authors the newsletter.
Olivia Reingold produces “Global Insider.”
Irene Noguchi edits “Global Insider” and is the executive producer of POLITICO Audio.

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Tokelahoma, Part 2

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

Part 2 of our series on Paul Demko's Politico magazine piece on the business of marijuana in Oklahoma.

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Tokelahoma, Part 3

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

"Tokelahoma." That's what they're starting to call Oklahoma and its marijuana business. Here's Part 3 of this in-depth POLITICO magazine piece "Inside the Rise — and Surprising Crackdown — of the Country’s Hottest Weed Market" by POLITICO's cannabis editor Paul Demko. In a deep-red state that became the nation’s hottest marijuana market, keeping regulations to a minimum didn’t keep the bad guys out. (Part 3 of the recording.)

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FDA facing critical decision

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 22:32:19 -0000

The FDA will decide whether to uphold, revise or scrap longstanding restrictions on the abortion drug mifepristone. This decision will likely kick off the next chapter in the abortion wars.

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Robert Califf, Biden's FDA pick, explained

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 22:28:17 -0000

Robert Califf sailed through his Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday, despite some opposition from Democrats ranging from Bernie Sanders to Joe Manchin. A confirmation vote in January would give the agency a permanent political leader for the first time during the Biden presidency. Adam Cancryn reports.

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Getting to know Biden FDA pick Robert Califf

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 22:22:11 -0000

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Biden mandates lead removal from drinking water systems

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration plans to require that communities remove all lead pipes from their drinking water systems “as quickly as is feasible” — a regulatory stick that would accompany the billions of dollars the White House secured for such actions in the bipartisan infrastructure package. POLITICO’s Annie Snider.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Biden administration unveils plan to tackle lead pipes

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration released a new plan for removing the country’s lead pipes on Thursday, and also said that it would allow a long-delayed Trump administration rule to take effect. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Senate Environment panel BBB text keeps House methane fees — for now

Fri, 17 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0000

The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee released its portion of Democrats’ climate and social spending bill Thursday, but it sidestepped some of the politically sensitive minefields amid the ongoing negotiations with centrist holdout Sen. Joe Manchin.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 23:58:10 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Thursday, Dec. 16, 2021.

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Manchin's Energy panel to call for hike in federal oil and gas fees

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin's Energy Committee will call for new fees on oil and gas production on federal onshore and offshore lands in its portion of the reconciliation bill, according to a draft of that legislative text obtained by POLITICO. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Solving the potential problems facing New England's power grid this winter

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

New England has avoided a Texas-style power grid disaster despite frequent warnings of winter fuel shortages over nearly two decades. But the head of the region's grid operator is concerned that New England's luck could run out at any time. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains the solutions officials are looking at.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Why New England’s power grid is vulnerable this winter

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

While New England has avoided a Texas-style power grid disaster in the past, the region’s grid operator recently said it’s now vulnerable to potential fuel constraints this winter. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains why.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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A junkie’s guide to the 2022 midterms

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 03:30:00 -0000

Doug Sosnik was an adviser to Bill Clinton for six years, and for some dozen years he has written regular memos about national trends that have attained something of a cult following among political junkies. We know many of our readers are fans of his wonky missives, so we’re pleased to present Sosnik’s latest memo, “A Look Ahead to the 2022 Midterm Elections and Beyond,” exclusively to the Playbook audience.

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Jeff Jackson expected to drop out of North Carolina Senate race

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 03:30:00 -0000

Jackson, who faced a difficult primary against former state Supreme Court Justice Cheri Beasley, called donors to inform them of his decision on Wednesday.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 03:30:00 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021.

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Settling (most) family business

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -0000

It took them a while, but Democrats have finally dealt with most of the tricky debt and spending issues that prevented them fully focusing on the Biden legislative agenda.

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Pfizer's new oral covid treatment

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 02:17:00 -0000

Pfizer has released its study of an oral covid treatment, which they said helps reduce the risk of severe disease and death from covid and was effective against the Omicron variant. Pfizer submitted an application asking the Food Administration to authorize the treatment last month.

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A new post-mortem report on the 2020 election

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 02:12:31 -0000

A new post-mortem report on the 2020 election by Democratic research firm Equis reveals that GOP attacks claiming that Democrats embrace socialism helped fuel Donald Trump's gains with Latino voters last year.

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Dem Governors' big fear

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 02:10:23 -0000

In the land of beignets and Jazz, the Democratic Governors Association had its winter meeting to discuss reversing nationwide trends at the polls after losses last month in Virginia and New Jersey. If next year’s races are going to be any different, Democratic governors say the party needs to do a better job of hearing voters’ concerns about a frustratingly persistent pandemic. Zach Montellaro reports.

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The 36 Governor elections happening next year

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 00:19:03 -0000

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NOAA chief: Arctic experiencing 'alarming' climate trends

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

The Arctic exhibited troubling signs of climate change-induced stress that herald a future of higher sea levels, floods and reshaped coastlines all linked to melting ice sheets, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said Tuesday. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Why historically disadvantaged areas struggle to access Biden’s climate cash

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

While the Biden administration has secured billions of dollars in new federal funding to follow through on their climate and environmental justice promises, some in rural communities and inner cities are struggling to get access to that funding. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains those challenges and how the White House is responding.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Biden's plan to invest in historically disadvantaged communities

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration has secured billions of dollars in new federal funding to follow through on their climate and environmental justice promises. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explains.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Airforce discharges 27 for refusal to get COVID vaccine

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 02:04:34 -0000

The Air Force has discharged 27 people for refusing to get the Covid-19 vaccine, making them what officials believe are the first service members to be removed for disobeying the mandate to get the shots. The Air Force gave its forces until Nov. 2 to get the vaccine.

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Larry Nassar abuse survivors to receive $380 million settlement

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 01:24:52 -0000

USA Gymnastics and the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee have agreed to pay a $380 million settlement to hundreds of survivors of sexual abuse by former team doctor Larry Nassar.

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It's 2022 in Georgia

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 01:22:53 -0000

After a wave of blue wins in 2020 in Georgia, the GOP-led state legislature is taking steps toward dismantling the Atlanta-area engine that turned Georgia blue. Maya King reports.

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Georgia on the (political) mind

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 01:16:32 -0000

After a wave of blue wins in 2020 in Georgia, the GOP-led state legislature is taking steps toward dismantling the Atlanta-area engine that turned Georgia blue. Maya King reports.

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Tennessee Valley Authority: Midwest storms worst in a decade

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0000

The Tennessee Valley Authority said on Monday it was steadily restoring power to the quarter of a million people who lost service because of the weekend storms that tore across its territory and killed dozens of people. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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EPA’s climate regulation plans for next year

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

The Office of Management and Budget revealed the administration’s key regulatory goals for 2022 on Friday under its Unified Agenda. The Environmental Protection Agency plans to devise new emissions rules for the energy and transportation sectors. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén reports.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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The EPA's strategy for 2022

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Last week, the Biden administration released its energy and conservation priorities for next year under its Unified Agenda. POLITICO’S Alex Guillén explains what the EPA plans for climate regulations in 2022.

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Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Biden to survey Kentucky tornado damage Wednesday

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:48:30 -0000

A severe storm across several states has left dozens dead and tens of thousands without power.

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Jan. 6 rally organizers sue Verizon to block release of cell phone data

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:47:46 -0000

The lawsuit said the plaintiffs have personally complied with the committee’s investigation.

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Friday's SCOTUS ruling

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:20:43 -0000

The Supreme Court’s S.B. 8 ruling on Friday was mixed. It allows for some cases brought by opponents of the restrictive law to proceed — but closed major avenues for legal challenges, including one that has been sought by the Biden administration. Josh Gerstein reports.

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The tea leaves on Friday's SCOTUS ruling

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:19:47 -0000

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Canada threatens U.S. with retaliatory tariffs in EV tax credit dispute

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

A bilateral spat over President Joe Biden’s proposed EV tax credit escalated Friday with Canada formally threatening retaliatory tariffs targeting the auto sector “and several other sectors of the U.S. economy” if the controversial provision remains intact.

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How New York plans to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

New York's climate council is moving closer to a draft plan that will outline how the state can achieve its ambitious emissions reduction mandates. POLITICO’s Marie French explains the financial side of that plan.

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Marie J. French covers energy and the environment for POLITICO New York.

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Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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What’s in New York’s climate plan?

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000

New York's climate council released an initial draft that outlines how the state can achieve its ambitious emissions reduction mandates through the electrification of buildings, transportation and other sectors. But, it leaves several questions unanswered. POLITICO’s Marie French explains.

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Marie J. French covers energy and the environment for POLITICO New York.

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Jenny Ament is the interim executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Has Twitter warped politics?

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 21:00:49 -0000

On this week's Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook deputy editor Zack Stanton talked to Aaron Smith, the director of the Pew Research Center's Data Lab about the impact social media is having on American politics.

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The Republican social media playbook

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 20:59:08 -0000

This week on Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook deputy editor Zack Stanton discussed the Republican strategy to game social media during a campaign with GOP digital strategist Eric Wilson.

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Senate Ref reviews BBB climate provisions

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0000

The Senate committees writing the climate provisions in Democrats' $1.7 trillion budget reconciliation package went under the Senate Parliamentarian’s microscope this week. The parliamentarian determines what can and can’t be included under the strict rules of the process that allows the party to pass the measure with a simple majority. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino reports.

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The latest about BBB’s climate and energy provisions

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

This week was big for Senate Democrats as they try to pass President Joe Biden’s $1.7 trillion dollar social spending plan, which includes billions of dollars in climate provisions. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino breaks down the latest negotiations about those provisions.

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Congress clears Schumer-McConnell debt pact

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 04:45:00 -0000

Once President Joe Biden signs the bill, Senate Democrats will get a one-time free pass to raise the U.S. borrowing limit in a simple-majority vote.

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New German Chancellor Olaf Scholz begins his tenure

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 00:13:42 -0000

New German Chancellor Olaf Scholz pledged continuity on Wednesday as he took over from Angela Merkel, who bowed out after 16 years in power.

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Bill to allow NYC residents who are not citizens to vote in city elections

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 00:12:50 -0000

New York’s City Council votes today on a proposal that would allow an estimated 800,000 noncitizens vote in municipal elections. Passage of the measure, which is expected to become law, would mark a major victory for immigrant-rights activists who have already convinced more than a dozen smaller cities to take similar steps.

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The Democrats' fight over prescription drug pricing

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 00:11:51 -0000

President Biden on Monday nudged members of his party in Congress push through his signature Build Back Better plan, which includes health provisions to change prescription drug pricing. Democrats’ ability to meaningfully impact drug prices, however, depends heavily on Congress passing the party’s $1.7 trillion social spending bill in the coming weeks. Alice Miranda Ollstein reports.

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Congress looks at prescription drug prices (for real this time)

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 00:10:42 -0000

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Biden order requires net-zero federal government emissions by 2050

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden signed an executive order Wednesday requiring the federal government to neutralize it own greenhouse gas emissions stemming from its electricity usage, vehicle fleets, buildings, operations and procurement activities by 2050.

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EPA rolls out new biofuel plan to mixed reaction

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration spent months devising a plan to update the nation's biofuel program and avoid the political crossfire between the powerful oil and corn industries that tormented the Trump White House — and succeeded in making everyone unhappy. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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What’s in Biden’s new biofuel plan?

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

This week, the Environmental Protection Agency released its long-awaited biofuel blending proposals under the Renewable Fuel Standard. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains those latest initiatives.

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Biden nominates Meg Whitman as ambassador to Kenya

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 05:03:09 -0000

The former business executive and California gubernatorial candidate endorsed Biden at the Democratic National Convention in August 2020.

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New DOE transmission powers should spur major private sector investments, Shah says

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0000

New authorities given to the Department of Energy by the bipartisan infrastructure law should be enough to galvanize the private sector into making the mass investments in transmission needed for the United States to add more wind and solar power onto the grid, according to Jigar Shah, who directs the Department of Energy’s Loan Programs Office.

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SEC investigates Tesla over solar fires

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The SEC is investigating Tesla over an allegation that the company failed to properly notify its shareholders and the public of fire risks due to problems with its solar panel system, Reuters reported Monday. POLITICO’s Tanya Snider explains.

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EU objects to union-made electric vehicle tax credits in BBB

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The European Union is urging the Senate to scrap an electric vehicle tax credit included in the reconciliation bill over objections to a requirement that the credit can only apply to vehicles made at a unionized U.S. auto plant, throwing support behind other non-union automakers that have also complained about the provision. POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder explains.

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Vaccine scientists urge Biden for a new Operation Warp Speed

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0000

There’s still a lot we don’t know about the Omicron variant: It could be like Delta and current vaccines will offer robust protection. But there’s also a chance that Omicron could be vaccine resistant, so vaccine makers are readying a booster to protect against the new variant, just in case.Omicron’s potential to be the first variant requiring this cycle has several high-profile scientists arguing that the Biden administration needs to think bigger. They want the president to lead a global effort to develop a so-called super vaccine, one that would protect against any new variant of coronavirus.

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Judge blocks Biden’s vaccine mandate for federal contractors

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 04:00:00 -0000

The ruling came in response to a lawsuit from several contractors and seven states.

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FERC allows embattled Missouri pipeline to continue operating

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0000

FERC on Friday extended the embattled Spire STL Pipeline’s emergency certificate to operate. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

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Why exporting U.S. LNG to Europe is politically complicated

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

A French company that walked away from a U.S. natural gas deal last year under pressure from the French government concerned about the U.S. oil industry’s environmental record has secretly completed an LNG deal with a Texas company. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains why recently exporting LNG is a politically complicated move.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

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Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Why a French energy firm secretly bought U.S. LNG

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Last year, a French company walked away from a U.S. natural gas deal under pressure from the French government, which was concerned about the U.S. oil industry’s environmental record. This year, that same company secretly completed an LNG deal with a Texas company. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains why this deal was made quietly.

Annie Snider covers water issues for POLITICO Pro and is the host of POLITICO Energy.

Ben Lefebvre is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

Nirmal Mulaikal is a POLITICO audio host-producer.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 03:02:11 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Monday, Dec. 6, 2021.

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Return of the debt ceiling drama

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 03:00:29 -0000

Congress’ holiday season theme of governing by crisis continues this week, as lawmakers return to Washington to address what could be the trickiest issue of the month: the debt ceiling.

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'Absolute liars': Ex-D.C. Guard official says generals lied to Congress about Jan. 6

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 02:58:48 -0000

In a 36-page memo to the Capitol riot committee, Col. Earl Matthews also slams the Pentagon's inspector general for what he calls an error-ridden report.

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The Democratic primary in North Carolina

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 23:26:48 -0000

In North Carolina, the race for the Senate reveals the party’s internal conflict over race and the best strategy to win a crucial seat. POLITICO's Michael Kruse reports.

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House Science asks Permian producers about methane leak tech

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 16:00:00 -0000

The House Science Committee has asked 10 major oil and gas producers in the Permian Basin to share information about their leak detection and repair programs and methane emissions.

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Responding to eco-terrorism

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:00:00 -0000

After speaking in a podcast episode produced by The New Yorker Radio Hour back in October, U.S. law enforcement officials homed in on Andreas Malm – a fringe environmental activist who has called for the sabotage of energy infrastructure. POLITICO’s Zack Colman explores the concept of eco-terrorism and explains how the Biden administration is responding to those threats.

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Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.

Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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The story of Andreas Malm

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 14:00:00 -0000

In October, a Texas intelligence center homed in on an episode of the New Yorker podcast. The episode, which aired in September, hosted Swedish environmental activist and author Andreas Malm, who has called for the sabotage of energy infrastructure. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports.

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Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.

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EPA set to send states billions in water funds

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0000

EPA on Thursday announced plans to start doling out billions of dollars to the states for water infrastructure improvements funded by the bipartisan infrastructure law signed last month by President Joe Biden.

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NRC's decommissioning proposal draws Democratic criticism

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

In the wake of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s proposed rule on decommissioning nuclear power plants, the agency is reckoning with whether states and local communities have ample opportunities to challenge cost, safety and other concerns that may arise during the decades-long process. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse reports.

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Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Dems question latest plan to decommission nuclear power plants

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission proposed a new rule last month on how to decommission nuclear power plants. But, the proposal drew criticism from Democrats, who had concerns about the financial costs, safety issues, and the impact on state and local communities. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse reports.

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Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO.

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How some marijuana legalization laws are like gambling in Las Vegas

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 17:16:38 -0000

By making local officials the gatekeepers for million-dollar businesses, states have unintentionally created a breeding ground for bribery and favoritism on the marijuana legalization front. POLITICO's Mona Zhang reports.

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The unintentional consequences of marijuana legalization laws

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 17:14:18 -0000

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The Novavax blame game

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 16:12:17 -0000

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How Operation Warp Speed left the world waiting for a vaccine

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 16:11:39 -0000

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Senate Environment committee narrowly advances EPA nominees

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 20:00:00 -0000

The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee advanced a group of EPA nominees to the full Senate on Wednesday, with three of President Joe Biden's picks moving forward on close votes as Republicans protested the administration's environmental agenda.

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Biden wanted a climate alliance with Europe. He's getting a fight.

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 18:00:00 -0000

A brewing carbon trade war with Europe threatens to scuttle President Joe Biden’s hopes for cross-Atlantic harmony in the fight against climate change. POLITICO’s Zack Colman reports.

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Zack Colman covers climate change for POLITICO.

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Belarus’ opposition leader on fighting the Lukashenko regime from exile

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 04:10:45 -0000

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya was a former teacher and self-described housewife catapulted to run for president of Belarus when her candidate husband was arrested in 2020. On GLOBAL INSIDER, POLITICO’s Ryan Heath asks Tsikhanouskaya about how she plans to corral the international community for tighter sanctions and about how she’s working with informants within the Lukashenko regime to bring it down.

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DOE begins search for temporary storage of nuclear waste

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The Energy Department is looking for a place where it can temporarily and permanently store spent nuclear fuel from reactors. POLITICO’S Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:43:14 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Tuesday, Nov. 30, 2021.

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Trump’s 2024 VP search is anything but conventional

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 00:25:51 -0000

Most presidential hopefuls pick running mates who appeal to a different geographic or ideological wings of their party, but Donald Trump, ever the maverick, is bucking that trend as he mulls over his potential 2024 Veep choice.

Julian Sorapuru is an intern with Politico.
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DOT sets a framework for its new EV charging programs, minus Tesla

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

DOT Monday put out the first glimpse into how it wants to structure the Biden administration's flagship electric vehicle charging programs, with a focus on public siting access and a distinct jab at Tesla, the U.S. market leader in the technology.

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How climate migrants are changing American politics

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Experts say that the concept of climate migration — population shifts forced by destructive weather changes — is subtly impacting national politics. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Why Biden picked Powell for the Fed, again

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 02:49:45 -0000

President Biden chose Jerome Powell to continue leading the Federal Reserve after serving in the same role in the Trump administration.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 02:42:53 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington for Monday, Nov. 29, 2021.

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The December pile-up

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 02:42:09 -0000

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer hopes to pass the Build Back Better (BBB) out of the Senate by Christmas Day. But it’s not going to be easy: With only two weeks left before the scheduled holiday recess, the Senate calendar is going to be a cluster, as senators juggle must-pass legislation with putting the finishing touches on BBB. Here’s a look at the to-do list.

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Is an apology enough?

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 02:40:17 -0000

The drama surrounding Rep. Lauren Boebert's Islamophobic comments about Rep. Ilhan Omar is about to heat up as lawmakers return from Thanksgiving recess this week. Sources tell us a faction of Democrats is expected to push leadership to strip Boebert of her committee assignments or censure her after she joked about Omar, who is Muslim, being safe to ride with in an elevator because she wasn’t wearing a backpack.

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Toke-lahoma, Part 1

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 02:18:53 -0000

"Tokelahoma." That's what they're starting to call Oklahoma and its marijuana business. POLITICO's cannabis editor Paul Demko wrote this in-depth POLITICO magazine piece. "Inside the Rise — and Surprising Crackdown — of the Country’s Hottest Weed Market." In a deep-red state that became the nation’s hottest marijuana market, keeping regulations to a minimum didn’t keep the bad guys out. (Part 1 of the recording.)

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Biden pushes higher prices for drilling on public land

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

On Friday, the Interior Department recommended hiking the fees that companies pay for oil and gas produced on federal lands. It’s part of the Biden administration's long-awaited review of the process that determines how the country leases out public land for energy production. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre reports.

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Biden aims to raise the price to drill for oil and gas on public lands

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

With little fanfare, the Biden administration released a much anticipated report Friday on how to reform the country’s oil and gas program that suggests higher royalties and more restrictions on where the oil industry can drill on public land. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Interior approves second commercial wind farm in federal waters

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Last week, the Interior Department approved the planned South Fork offshore wind project, only the second commercial-scale wind project in federal waters to get the green light from the federal government.

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VA stats show devastating Covid toll at vets’ nursing homes

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 22:10:27 -0000

The full impact of the coronavirus at some VA-financed, state-operated homes had been hidden for months.

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Nigeria removed from religious violence list

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 22:10:18 -0000

Critics are blasting the secretary of State's move as the "revenge of the bureaucracy."

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Jan. 6 investigators subpoena Proud Boys, Oath Keepers

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 21:55:38 -0000

The House select committee’s latest round of summonses target leaders of the groups.

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Energy Department to revamp National Coal Council

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

The Energy Department will let the National Coal Council's current charter lapse in favor of a new one that could update and broaden its scope to focus on coal workers and communities. POLITICO’s Nirmal Mulaikal explains.

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Why Biden is tapping the U.S. emergency oil stash

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, President Joe Biden said he was releasing some U.S. oil reserves in an effort to combat high gasoline prices. It’s part of a multilateral effort by the White House to reduce global prices. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Biden announces oil release from Strategic Petroleum Reserve

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, the Biden Administration ordered 50 million barrels of oil to be released from America’s strategic reserve to help bring down fuel costs. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains the move and why it’s happening now.

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The latest on build back better

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:57:20 -0000

Senators hope to vote on it before Christmas. POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu reports.

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Bipartisan group of senators asks for cannabis banking provisions in defense spending bill

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:54:46 -0000

Sen. Jacky Rosen and four other senators sent a letter to the leadership of the Senate Armed Services Committee on Tuesday asking them to include an amendment to expand banking services to the cannabis industry in the National Defense Authorization Act, which the Senate is expected to take up next week.

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The latest on the debt ceiling

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:52:01 -0000

Congress needs to raise the debt ceiling to stop the federal government from defaulting on its loans. POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu reports.

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Biden admin asks court to lift order halting its vaccine mandate

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:51:28 -0000

The Biden administration is asking a federal court to lift an order halting its vaccine-or-test mandate for private employers, arguing that delaying the standard could have “significant” impacts outside the workplace.

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The latest on government funding

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 16:50:13 -0000

Congress needs to fund the federal government to prevent a shutdown. POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu reports.

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Whitmer orders planning sped-up for $1.3B in lead pipe removals

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has directed state agencies to accelerate and coordinate plans to remove lead pipes from local drinking water utility systems as the state readies for an influx of federal infrastructure dollars. POLITICO’S Annie Snider explains.

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Biden builds momentum after series of struggles

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 19:44:54 -0000

President Biden and his team had a week to feel good about. Now, they need to make it stick.

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Why Manchin’s family ties to fossil industry matter

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin has scaled back the sprawling $1.7 trillion social spending package that Democrats are racing to pass as the pillar of President Joe Biden's aggressive climate agenda. E&E News reporter Scott Waldman explains.

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’Tis the season for a surge

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:59:35 -0000

The season for pumpkin-flavored treats and excessive meals with relatives is here — as is the possibility of a coronavirus resurgence. Elected officials and health officers are working to avoid a repeat of last year’s COVID-19 caseload upturn.

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The Manchin family business

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The collision between Sen. Joe Manchin’s personal business and Democrats’ social spending package raises questions about conflict of interest and ethics. E&E News reporter Scott Waldman explains.

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What to know about Covid and the holidays

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:40:41 -0000

Covid cases are once again rising, and holidays are just around the corner. POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports.

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House panel probing Covid response seeks to question former FDA chief

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:39:46 -0000

A congressional committee investigating the Trump administration's response to the coronavirus pandemic is calling former Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Stephen Hahn to appear for questioning.

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Why Covid is making a comeback

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 16:39:05 -0000

The country is averaging more than 1,100 deaths a day — almost the same tally as last year at this time before the vaccines had been authorized. POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports.

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Biden eyes Strategic Petroleum Reserves crude oil release in coming days

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 01:45:00 -0000

The administration is trying to coordinate concurrent releases with foreign governments, including those in China and Japan.

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Electric vehicles spark discord at Biden's trilateral summit

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

Last week, President Joe Biden’s proposed tax incentive to encourage U.S. consumers to buy American-made electric vehicles caused some tension with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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The Canadian energy company fighting Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Enbridge, the embattled Canadian energy giant, is ramping up its offensive over the controversial cross-border Line 5 — and trying to scuttle Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's reelection bid. With six-figure ad buys and free fish giveaways, the firm is going all out to sway Michigan voters with safety pledges and warnings about potential propane shortages. POLITICO’s Zi Ann-Lum explains.

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The pipeline war between Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Enbridge

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Enbridge, a Canadian energy giant, and Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer are fighting over the controversial cross-border Line 5 pipeline. Now, with Whitmer up for reelection in 2022, Enbridge is trying to tilt the scales in its direction. POLITICO’s Zi-Ann Lum reports.

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White House adviser sees 'a lot of momentum' for social spending bill in the Senate

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 15:20:33 -0000

White House National Economic Council Director Brian Deese said on Sunday that he was optimistic the Senate will pass President Joe Biden's social spending legislation despite concerns from moderate Democrats.

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The political stakes of Biden’s central bank decision

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 14:00:02 -0000

Biden is deciding between reappointing Jerome Powell as chair, or choosing a more progressive candidate. POLITICO’s Jonathan Lemire breaks down the politics behind it all.

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Who will be the next Fed chair?

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 13:59:58 -0000

President Joe Biden has been wrestling for weeks with whether to reappoint the current chair of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell, or replace him with Lael Brainard, a Democrat and economist who has served on the Fed board since 2014. POLITICO’s Jonathan Lemire reports.

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The decision Biden can’t make

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 13:59:53 -0000

Biden needs to decide who will be the next chair of the Federal Reserve. But he just can’t seem to pull the trigger. POLITICO’s Jonathan Lemire reports.

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Biden EPA moves to repeal Trump WOTUS rule

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration moved Thursday to formally repeal the Trump administration's controversial rule that vastly restricted the scope of Clean Water Act protections.

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The politics behind EPA’s latest refinery compliance rule

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, the EPA proposed a new rule giving oil refiners more time to meet renewable fuels blending requirements for 2020 and 2021. The agency signaled that the plan is designed to reduce uncertainty around the future of the Renewable Fuel Standard. But, biofuel advocates are not too pleased. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains the Biden administration’s latest move and the politics behind it.

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Will FERC shutdown a major Missouri pipeline?

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

While legal experts say FERC is unlikely to shut down the Spire STL Pipeline this winter, questions facing the commission remain about the pipeline’s status in the long-run. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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The legal status of the Spire STL pipeline

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Spire STL pipeline is currently operating on a temporary certificate that expires Dec. 13. Whether that certificate will be extended is up to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse reports.

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Why states pushed ahead on boosters before the federal government

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:51:30 -0000

Some states and cities are recommending all adults get boosters despite official guidance from the federal government. POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn reports.

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Pentagon rushes to combat rising housing and food costs for troops

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:50:55 -0000

As housing and consumer costs rise across the country, the Pentagon is pumping money into new housing allowances and food security programs for struggling military families.

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Republicans officially overtake Democrats in Florida

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:49:44 -0000

Republicans now hold a slight voter registration edge over Democrats, just another sign that the state is moving away from its two-decade-old reputation as the nation’s largest battleground state. It’s also more bad news for Democrats as they try to knock off rising national GOP star Gov. Ron DeSantis next year.

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The latest on boosters

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 16:49:06 -0000

Expanded access could be coming soon. POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn reports.

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EPA eyes tighter safety rules for PFOA and PFOS

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

EPA signaled on Tuesday that it is considering tightening its safety threshold for the chemicals PFOA and PFOS as the agency weighs mandatory drinking water limits.

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Would limiting energy exports actually combat rising fuel prices?

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

High energy prices are shaping up to be a major liability for Democrats heading into next year’s midterm elections. Republicans have been happy to pin the rising cost of gasoline and heating fuel on President Joe Biden’s energy policy. On Tuesday though, two senators proposed limiting U.S. energy exports to solve the issue. POLITICO’S Ben Lefebvre explains if that solution could actually work and what the Biden administration thinks about it.

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Manchin, King suggest limiting energy exports as fuel prices surge

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

On Tuesday, Energy and Natural Resources Committee Chair Sen. Joe Manchin (D-W.V.) and Sen. Angus King (I-Vt.) proposed a new, controversial solution to combat the recent spike in the price of oil, natural gas and coal: limiting U.S. energy exports. POLITICO’S Ben Lefebvre reports.

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When will gas prices go down?

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:47:11 -0000

POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains when we can expect oil prices to drop.

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Senate confirms key USDA climate official after delay

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:46:35 -0000

The Senate voted 76-19 on Tuesday to confirm Robert Bonnie for undersecretary of farm production and conservation at the Agriculture Department, a key post that oversees sweeping farm subsidies, crop insurance and climate-related programs.

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Why gas prices are up

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:44:48 -0000

POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre breaks down why the price at the pump is up.

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Pfizer seeks emergency use authorization for Covid-19 antiviral pill

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:43:00 -0000

Pfizer is formally petitioning the Food and Drug Administration for emergency use authorization of its antiviral Covid-19 pill, two weeks after reporting trial results showing the treatment cuts the risk of hospitalization and death from the disease by 89 percent.

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Why you can’t blame Biden for gas prices

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 16:42:31 -0000

The president can’t do much to drive down costs. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Supreme court agrees to review EPA Authority over power plant emissions

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

Earlier this fall, the Supreme Court agreed to hear appeals from Republican-led states and coal companies asking it to limit the Environmental Protection Agency’s power to regulate carbon emissions under the Clean Air Act. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén reports.

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Interior proposes 20-year oil lease ban for Chaco Canyon area

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The Interior Department said Monday it will begin the process of placing Chaco Canyon in New Mexico off limits to oil and gas drilling, a win for the state’s tribal nations that consider the site sacred. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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Supreme Court rejects Volkswagen appeals on potential emissions cheating liability

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Supreme Court on Monday declined to consider two appeals from automaker Volkswagen seeking to avoid potential liability to several states and counties related to its diesel emissions cheating scandal. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains.

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Florida moves ahead with rule banning school face mask, quarantine requirements

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 16:24:20 -0000

The Florida Department of Health will hold a rulemaking hearing next week to finalize an emergency ban on school mask mandates and quarantine requirements that mirrors language in a bill lawmakers are considering during this week's special legislative session.

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How the new infrastructure law funds trains

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 16:23:58 -0000

POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder breaks down why some advocates say the new law doesn’t go far enough in funding trains.

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What the new infrastructure law means for roads and bridges

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 16:23:06 -0000

POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder breaks down how much money goes toward roads and bridges in the new infrastructure law.

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 19:33:39 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Nov. 15, 2021.

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Washington’s mystery mansion buyer unmasked

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 19:32:51 -0000

In August, former Trump Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross and his wife Hilary Geary Ross sold their 10,000-square-foot home in Woodland-Normanstone for $13 million, according to D.C. tax records. It is the most expensive D.C. home sale of the last 12 months.

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Biden-Xi set virtual summit for Monday to discuss tensions

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden and China’s Xi Jinping will hold their much-anticipated virtual summit on Monday evening as the two sides look to dial back tensions after a rough start to the U.S.-China relationship since Biden took office earlier this year. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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What was left incomplete at COP26?

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The COP26 climate conference finished up on Saturday with a deal that many countries described as imperfect and unsatisfying. Still, the conference was seen as a step forward in limiting global warming. POLITICO’s Zack Colman, who was at the conference for the last two weeks, breaks down the good and bad of that final deal.

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The real-world effects of the climate agreement

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:34:50 -0000

POLITICO’s Lorraine Woellert breaks down how the promises made at the COP26 summit might play out in reality.

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Rep. Schiff: Bannon’s indictment will lead others to comply with Jan. 6 panel

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:34:05 -0000

Rep. Adam Schiff on Sunday said the Justice Department's move to charge Steve Bannon with contempt of Congress will "without a doubt" sway others to cooperate with the Jan. 6 select committee's subpoenas.

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The winners and losers of COP26

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:32:25 -0000

Nearly 200 countries are endorsing a new agreement to lower emissions. But a last-minute push by China and India weakened the deal and could hurt poorer nations. POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert reports.

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The activists outside Sen. Joe Manchin's houseboat

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 21:54:29 -0000

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Decoding Manchin's motivations on the reconciliation bill

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 21:54:16 -0000

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How activists can push lawmakers' decisions

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 21:53:58 -0000

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How will the Energy Dept. interpret its new transmission powers

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The bipartisan infrastructure bill grants new transmission powers to the Department of Energy. While that will likely help the Biden administration’s clean energy strategy, it could also prove to be politically unpopular with state officials. So, how will the Department of Energy interpret these new powers? POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explores that question.

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How BIF could test Biden’s political will on transmission

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 16:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration's clean energy strategy could receive a major boost from new transmission powers granted to federal regulators by the bipartisan infrastructure bill, but could also prove to be politically unpopular with state officials concerned about federal officials usurping their authority over these projects. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Commerce tells solar manufacturers to reveal identities or face tariff petition rejection

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 14:00:00 -0000

The Commerce Department has given a group of American solar panel manufacturers two days to reveal their identities publicly or face rejection of their request to impose tariffs on solar panels from three Southeast Asian nations. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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Judge issues arrest order for CEO of Puerto Rico power grid company

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

A judge in Puerto Rico issued an order Wednesday for the arrest of the CEO of LUMA Energy, the company that has operated the island's power grid since June 1. The arrest order for the CEO, Wayne Stensby, triggered renewed calls from a coalition of organizations pushing for the cancellation of Luma's 15-year contract to manage the transmission and distribution system on the island, which has suffered numerous power outages. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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What has the U.S. achieved at COP26 so far?

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The United States has made headlines at the U.N. Climate Conference for two different reasons. First, the U.S. and China moved closer to something resembling an agreement on Wednesday, issuing a joint statement of principles for climate cooperation. And, Biden administration climate envoy John Kerry said that the U.S. will phase out burning coal by the end of the decade. POLITICO’s Matt Daily explains both developments.

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World leaders aim to draft COP26 climate deal

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 18:15:00 -0000

World leaders are hoping to produce a major deal at the U.N. Climate Conference in Glasgow. They hope the deal will outline how countries plan to cut emissions and keep global warming below 1.5°C. POLITICO’s Matt Daily breaks down that deal.

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The state of Biden’s vaccine mandate

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:43:30 -0000

From legal challenges to murky data on vaccination rates, federal mandates are facing turbulence. POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki reports.

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What happens when you don’t comply with a vaccine mandate

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:41:24 -0000

The VA was among the first to issue a vaccine mandate. POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki breaks down how they’re enforcing the rule.

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Biden-Xi virtual summit tentatively set for Monday

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:36:55 -0000

The long-anticipated meeting aims to reset strained bilateral ties.

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How the VA’s vaccine mandate is working out

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 15:36:32 -0000

An overwhelming number of staff have gotten vaccinated. But a month after the deadline, at least ten percent of a 380,000 health care workforce still haven’t.

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Federal watchdog says Trump Energy Secretary Brouillette violated Hatch Act

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

Former Energy Secretary Dan Brouillette violated the Hatch Act, the law that prohibits federal employees from engaging in certain political activities, when he criticized then-candidate Joe Biden's stance on fossil fuels in an October 2020 radio interview, according to a federal watchdog. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 19:53:48 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule for November 10, 2021.

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Support for vaccine mandate softens

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 19:52:45 -0000

Our latest POLITICO-Morning Consult poll, out this morning, finds that voter sentiment for Biden’s vaccine mandates has dropped a bit but still has majority backing.

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The fight over California’s last nuclear power plant

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

California should delay the planned 2025 retirement of its last nuclear plant to tackle the state’s climate crises, according to a new study backed by former President Barack Obama’s first energy secretary. POLITICO’S Colby Bermel explains the recommendations from this new study and the debate facing California policymakers.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Why California’s last nuclear power plant is poised to shutdown

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

California's last nuclear facility is approaching its scheduled retirement date in 2025. But, a new report Tuesday from Stanford University researchers, backed by President Barack Obama’s first energy secretary Steven Chu, is raising questions about whether the retirement plan should be revised. POLITICO’s Colby Bermel explains.

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Colby Bermel is the energy reporter for POLITICO California.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO’s audio department.

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Should we trust whistleblower Frances Haugen?

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:27:36 -0000

POLITICO’s Mark Scott explains his experience talking with the whistleblower.

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CBO: Score for social spending bill could take weeks more

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:19:54 -0000

Democrats will not receive a complete cost estimate for President Joe Biden’s entire social spending bill next week, the Congressional Budget Office signaled Tuesday.

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What it’s like being a whistleblower

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:18:18 -0000

Former Facebook employee Frances Haugen tells POLITICO’s Mark Scott what it’s like blowing the whistle on a tech giant.

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Watchdog: 13 Trump officials violated Hatch Act during 2020 campaign

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:11:28 -0000

The list includes several cabinet officials and top White House aides, including Trump’s former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, chief of staff Mark Meadows and press secretary Kayleigh McEnany.

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Whistleblower Frances Haugen on the most shocking Facebook revelations

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 17:10:56 -0000

POLITICO’s Mark Scott talks with Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen about the internal documents she released.

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How Big Tech can help the U.N. meet its climate and world hunger goals

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 21:03:13 -0000

Covid-19 has knocked the United Nations off schedule — it’s now running behind on meeting some Sustainable Development Goals and vaccination targets. As the head of the United Nations Development Program, Achim Steiner is on the front lines to catch up to those targets. He tells POLITICO’s Ryan Heath about why, even as countries are falling short of their COVAX and climate commitments, the United Nations is still the world’s best — and possibly only — bet to fight global problems.

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OCC chief has climate to-do list for bank boards

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 21:00:00 -0000

Acting Comptroller of the Currency Michael Hsu said Monday that he wants banks to develop plans to manage climate risk and released a list of questions their boards should be asking as the regulator begins drafting guidelines.

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Soooo.. this is an economic recovery?

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 19:54:48 -0000

Jobs numbers are great, and the economy is strengthening. But there’s also inflation. And supply chain problems. Oh, and a worker shortage. So what does all that add up to? POLITICO’s Megan Cassella reports.

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U.S. targets ransomware hackers with arrests, sanctions and payment seizure

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 19:54:10 -0000

The Biden administration on Monday took a major swipe at ransomware criminals with a suite of announcements about prosecutions, payment recoveries, financial sanctions and bounties.

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What’s wrong with the economy right now

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 19:53:36 -0000

Labor shortages, supply chain problems and inflation are all issues right now. POLITICO’s Megan Cassella reports.

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A progress report on the U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 23:52:41 -0000

POLITICO's Ryan Heath talks to Achim Steiner, the head of the United Nations Development Program, about where the world stands on meeting the U.N.'s Sustainable Development Goals.Listen to the full episode of this week's episode of Global Insider wherever you get podcasts.

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The state of Build Back Better

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 21:31:02 -0000

The massive Democratic package is one step closer to reality. POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu reports.

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House ships $550B infrastructure legislation to Biden’s desk after months of delay

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The House passed a $550 billion infrastructure bill on Friday night, 228-206, sending the measure to President Joe Biden's desk after months of limbo in a long-awaited win for Democrats. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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What’s in the bipartisan infrastructure bill that just passed

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:45:17 -0000

POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu breaks down the contents of the legislation passed by Congress Friday.

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Biden may tap strategic reserve amid rising fuel prices, Granholm says

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:45:12 -0000

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm said Sunday that President Joe Biden is considering tapping into the nation's Strategic Petroleum Reserve amid rising crude oil prices.

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How the House passed infrastructure

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:45:08 -0000

POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu breaks down how the negotiations between Democrats came to fruition.

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Making sense of New Jersey’s election

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 17:44:57 -0000

Democratic Governor Phil Murphy just barely won reelection, and a relatively unknown truck driver ousted the second most powerful lawmaker in the state. POLITICO New Jersey's Sam Sutton reports.

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U.S., U.K. lead pledge to end overseas oil and gas financing, but with big caveats

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 15:19:55 -0000

The pledge is limited to ending financing of "unabated" oil and gas projects, and would allow those that include carbon capture and sequestration technology.

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How NJ governor Phil Murphy almost lost

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 15:19:38 -0000

In a surprise for Democrats, the incumbent just barely held onto the governorship. POLITICO’s Sam Sutton reports.

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DOJ seeks toughest Jan. 6 sentence yet for ex-MMA fighter who punched cop

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:42:03 -0000

Scott Fairlamb, a Trump supporter who was filmed punching a police officer in the head, pleaded guilty to two charges in August.

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Fed set to begin pulling plug on massive aid to economy

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:41:32 -0000

The long-awaited move signals both optimism about the pace of job growth and wariness about price surges that have pushed inflation up to its highest level in decades.

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In California schools, get vaccinated or go home

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 15:41:08 -0000

Some of the largest school districts in California are requiring kids to get vaccinated if they want to come in the classroom. POLITICO’s Mackenzie Mays reports.

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How supply chains stole Christmas

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 13:47:18 -0000

Frustrated that things you want to buy are out of stock or more expensive? POLITICO economics reporter Victoria Guida talks with Matthew Hockenberry, a supply chain expert at Fordham University, about what’s going on and how to fix it.

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How the EPA’s new methane rules might impact reconciliation

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 20:00:00 -0000

The Biden administration released new rules aimed at curbing methane emissions from the oil and gas sector. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén explains why these new rules might impact Democrats’ sweeping climate and social spending bill.

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Alex Guillén is an energy reporter for POLITICO Pro.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Biden unveils plans to slash U.S. methane emissions

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The Environmental Protection Agency says its new rules released Tuesday would cut 41 million tons of methane emissions from 2023 to 2035. POLITICO’s Alex Guillén breaks down the lofty goal, what the new rules would do and where they fit into President Joe Biden’s climate goals.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Senate Energy Committee advances Phillips' nomination for FERC

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee voted unanimously on Tuesday to advance Willie Phillips' nomination for the vacant seat at FERC, bringing the agency closer to a Democratic majority. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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What the Virginia results mean

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 15:10:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Scott Bland explains what a Republican governor means for Virginia and national politics.

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Josh Hawley blocks confirmation of several State Dept. nominees

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0000

The Republican senator, who is unhappy about the withdrawal from Afghanistan, objected to eight of the nine nominations Democrats sought to unanimously approve.

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How Youngkin won Virginia

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 14:50:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Scott Bland breaks down how the Republican flipped Virginia blue.

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Biden says Fed nominees coming 'fairly quickly'

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 14:40:00 -0000

The president declined to speculate on whether he would replace Chair Jerome Powell.

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Ballot measure games

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 23:07:28 -0000

The feud over control of a lucrative new sports gambling market in California has escalated. Native tribes, card rooms and commercial giants each have a sports betting ballot measure qualified for the November 2022 election. But now, tribes may add a fourth initiative to control the online market.

Isabella Bloom is a California editorial intern for Politico.

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Maine voters to decide fate of hydropower project

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The fight over a $950 million transmission line project that would carry hydropower across the U.S.-Canadian border has created some strange bedfellows and sparked the most expensive ballot campaign in Maine’s history. POLITICO’s Jordan Wolman explains what’s at stake in Maine today.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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When we’ll get the results in Virginia

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:36:54 -0000

POLITICO’s Steve Shepard explains when we might know who wins the Virginia gubernatorial election.

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Federal contractors in charge of enforcing vaccine mandate

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:36:16 -0000

Federal contractors subject to President Joe Biden’s vaccine mandate will largely be in charge of policing noncompliant employees, according to new guidance released by the White House Monday.

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What’s at stake in Virginia

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:35:41 -0000

The gubernatorial race could be a bellwether of the midterms. POLITICO's Steve Shepard reports.

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Kavanaugh, Barrett air skepticism of Texas abortion law

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:34:56 -0000

The Supreme Court wrestled Monday with the most significant abortion cases it has heard in nearly three decades.

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The state of the Virginia race

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 14:34:01 -0000

Terry McAuliffe and Glenn Youngkin are neck and neck. POLITICO’s Steve Shepard reports.

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Manchin won't commit to backing $1.75T bill

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 01:11:41 -0000

House progressives had insisted on more clarity from him before taking up a separate infrastructure bill. Now they say they're ready to vote on it.

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Do Dems’ latest energy, climate proposals achieve their emissions goals?

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:30:00 -0000

President Joe Biden and Democrats have lofty emissions reductions goals. But, do the energy and climate programs in their proposed social spending package help achieve them? POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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How energy, climate fits into reconciliation

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:15:00 -0000

Reconciliation is set to include at least $500 billion in climate spending, the White House told lawmakers, making it one of the biggest priorities in the package. POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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Raghu Manavalan is the host-producer of the Playbook Daily Briefing and a senior editor for POLITICO audio.

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Supreme Court to scrutinize EPA climate authority in surprise move

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Supreme Court on Friday said it will take up a suite of lawsuits from red states and coal companies seeking to stop the Biden administration from writing more stringent climate regulations for the nation’s power plants. POLITICO's Annie Snider.

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How to address obesity in the US

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:56:27 -0000

Health advocates say federal officials aren’t doing enough. POLITICO’s Helena Bottemiller Evich reports.

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Trump-era tensions set to cool under U.S.-EU deal

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:55:24 -0000

The deal on steel and aluminum imports is seen as a compromise that sets the two allies on a new path on trade after years of antagonism.

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What we know about covid and obesity

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:53:59 -0000

Obesity is a significant risk factor for Covid. POLITICO’s Helena Bottemiller Evich breaks down what the data shows.

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How the U.S. and the U.K. compare on Covid and obesity

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 14:42:59 -0000

The pandemic served as a wake-up call in the U.K. The U.S. hasn’t followed suit. POLITICO’s Helena Bottemiller Evich reports.

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A G20 preview

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:35:56 -0000

The G20 summit could give a preview of the talks that might happen at the COP26 summit. POLITICO’s Phelim Kine reports.

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Justice Department announces tougher enforcement for white-collar crime

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:35:18 -0000

Deputy attorney general reveals stricter policies on offenses committed by businesses and their leaders.

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Why China’s President Xi isn’t attending COP26

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:34:52 -0000

President Biden will be there, but China’s President Xi won’t. POLITICO’s Phelim Kine reports.

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DeSantis escalates clash with Biden over vaccines

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:33:59 -0000

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday followed through with his threat to sue the Biden administration over vaccine mandates, setting up yet another clash between the Democratic president and the potential 2024 challenger.

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What is COP26? And why is it important?

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 11:46:11 -0000

POLITICO’s Zack Colman previews what to expect at the COP26 climate talks in Glasgow, which start this weekend.

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The main questions heading into the COP26 climate talks

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 11:46:03 -0000

As the COP26 climate talks begin in Glasgow starting this weekend, POLITICO’s Zack Colman breaks down what dynamics to watch for and how to gauge if the conference is a success.

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Methane receives spotlight ahead of COP26

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:11:06 -0000

Democrats are racing to deliver a climate win to President Joe Biden before he leaves to the U.N. Climate Summit in Glasgow next week. New regulations aimed at curbing methane emissions, a powerful greenhouse gas, could be the solution. POLITICO’s Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Pelosi tees up Rules committee hearing on still-unfinished reconciliation package

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:10:55 -0000

The Rules Committee plans to hold a hearing Thursday on the Build Back Better bill, at the request of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The speaker’s request could signal a deal on reconciliation may be imminent after months of negotiations. However, the text of what will be brought up at Rules has yet to be finalized and much remains fluid. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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Except for every sticking point, Dems are close to a deal

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 09:04:06 -0000

President Joe Biden was hoping to announce a deal on his legislative agenda before he heads to Europe on Thursday. But it’s Wednesday already, and so far this week, it’s been two baby steps forward, one giant leap backward for Democrats. We’re not saying a deal won’t materialize; odds are it will — eventually. Here’s a look at the state of play.

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Scoop: Scott VS. Schumer in TV ad wars

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 09:03:19 -0000

A local TV station in Nevada took down a pro-Catherine Cortez Masto ad Tuesday after the NRSC complained it included “flagrantly false” information about the vulnerable senator’s GOP challenger. In its first ad of the cycle, Senate Majority PAC ran a spot praising the Nevada Democrat and suggesting Republican Adam Laxalt opposed the child tax credit, “relief” for Nevada’s economy and lowering prescription drug costs for seniors. NRSC Chair Rick Scott (R-Fla.) wrote a memo to the stations airing the ad, refuting the points and threatening legal action.

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The fight around transmission infrastructure

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:45:14 -0000

In order to fulfill President Joe Biden’s goal of reducing carbon emissions, it won’t just take a massive build out of more wind, solar and other renewable energy. It would also require bigger, newer transmission lines to take that power from where it’s produced to where it’s used. But, utility companies hold a great deal of sway when it comes to planning those new lines, and they’re not always on board. POLITICO’s Catherine Morehouse explains.

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Why Biden’s carbon-free vision and utility companies are at odds

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:45:07 -0000

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Methane fee still ‘on the table’ in reconciliation talks, Carper says

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:45:00 -0000

Methane fee provisions are still being negotiated as part of the reconciliation package despite reports that the fee had been stripped out due to resistance from moderate legislators and the oil and gas industry. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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U.S. to defer 33M Covid vaccine doses to Africa

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:44:53 -0000

The United States will defer delivery of roughly 33 million doses of Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine so that they can be purchased by the African Union, the White House announced Tuesday.

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Could angry parents decide Virginia?

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:44:46 -0000

In a potential preview of the 2022 midterms, Republican Glenn Youngkin is trying to harness parental frustration in his bid to become governor of Virginia. POLITICO’s Michael Stratford reports.

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How McAuliffe is defending against Youngkin’s education attacks

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:44:39 -0000

Republican Glenn Youngkin is slamming Democrat Terry McAuliffe over his comments about school parents. But McAuliffe says his words are being taken out of context. POLITICO’s Michael Stratford reports.

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FCC votes to halt China Telecom operations within U.S.

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:44:29 -0000

FCC commissioners on Tuesday unanimously voted to nix the agency’s domestic and global authorizations for China Telecom Americas — moves that will curb the company's ability to operate within the U.S.

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How Glenn Youngkin is trying to channel parents’ anger in Virginia

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 15:44:12 -0000

Republican Glenn Youngkin is framing the campaign as a fight over the role of government in public school classrooms and the “fundamental right” of parents to be involved in their children’s education. POLITICO’s Michael Stratford reports.

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Dynamics to watch from the progressive caucus

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 21:30:53 -0000

Here's what we're watching when it comes to how progressives will handle infrastructure negotiations.

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Biden’s new problem on the left

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 21:24:55 -0000

President Joe Biden might be finally homing in on a deal with Sen. Joe Manchin, the elusive moderate. But a sense of discontent is starting to bubble up among progressives on the Hill, and it threatens to impede what the White House hoped would be a big week for the Biden agenda.

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Getting Manchin to a climate compromise

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:21:33 -0000

The Senate is still deep in negotiations trying to get Sen. Joe Manchin to agree on climate provisions that would help meet President Biden's climate goals. POLITICO's Annie Snider has the latest of the negotiations.

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The challenge of growing offshore wind

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:21:00 -0000

Massive wind turbines could help America boost up production of offshore wind energy. But POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino reports that getting them up and running won't be easy.

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Biden's offshore wind plans

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 16:20:24 -0000

President Biden wants to dramatically expand the US production of offshore wind. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino explains the opportunity the administration see in the industry.

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Why Frances Haugen isn’t your average whistleblower

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:36:58 -0000

POLITICO’s Emily Birnbaum reports on former Facebook employee Frances Haugen’s PR operation.

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Education Department aims to ‘stop’ Florida from pulling federal aid over school masks

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:36:53 -0000

U.S. Department of Education officials on Monday signaled their intent to prevent Florida’s education agency from stripping federal grants meant for local school board members to offset sanctions over student mask mandates.

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How Facebook is fighting back

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:36:47 -0000

Facebook is fighting bitterly to save its image as crises mount. POLITICO’s Emily Birnbaum reports.

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Biden administration details looser international travel rules for vaccinated flyers

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:36:41 -0000

The Biden administration on Monday rolled out new details of rules that will take effect early next month governing air travel by foreign nationals into the United States.

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Getting up to speed on the Facebook files

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 14:36:35 -0000

POLITICO’s Emily Birnbaum gives the back story to Facebook’s bad month.

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 23:01:57 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Monday, Oct. 25, 2021.

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The 9 most important days of Biden’s presidency

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 23:00:17 -0000

The next nine days are the most important of Biden’s young presidency: He needs to rescue his legislative agenda in Congress, rescue his party’s political candidates in two states and rescue America’s leadership on climate policy in Scotland. The White House is hoping for a virtuous cycle of developments that will help accomplish all three goals: Securing a deal on the reconciliation bill could help Democratic candidates in Virginia and New Jersey. The climate provisions of the final deal will tell world leaders at next week’s COP26 how serious the United States is when it comes to reaching Biden’s stated emissions goals. Rarely are local, national and international politics as intertwined as they will be this week.

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Kerry's last China push before COP26

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 22:54:24 -0000

The hopes for the UN's climate summit to reach a big agreement hinge on the US and China finding cooperation. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider reports that the White House's climate envoy is having a last pre-summit push with Chinese diplomats.

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Can Big Oil avoid looking like Big Tobacco?

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 22:53:15 -0000

This Thursday, the House Oversight Committee is holding a hearing with the CEOs of the largest oil companies in the country. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains what the House hopes to get out of this hearing.

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Beyond what Big Oil knew

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 22:52:31 -0000

America's largest oil companies knew about global warming and their impact on the environment well before almost anyone else. But now, the House wants to dig into what they did with that information. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre has more.

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Will we get a deal this week?

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:13:42 -0000

POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna breaks down how realistic Democrats’ timeline is for a deal on their reconciliation package.

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CDC director encourages Halloween trick-or-treating

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:30:20 -0000

“If you are spread out doing your trick-or-treating, that should be very safe for your children,“ Rochelle Walensky said.

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The core of the Democratic spending plan

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:29:21 -0000

POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna looks at what will probably make it through negotiations.

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Yellen expects inflation to linger, then ease later in 2022

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:28:38 -0000

The most recent Consumer Price Index showed prices have gone up 5.4 percent in the past 12 months.

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What’s on the chopping block in Dems’ spending plan

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 13:28:23 -0000

POLITICO’s Anthony Adragna breaks down what might get cut from the ambitious legislation.

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The man behind the Presidential Pet Museum

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 21:18:07 -0000

Andrew Hager is historian-in-residence at the Presidential Pet Museum — a job that "sounds way more pompous than it actually is." He talks about why he finds the history of presidential pets so interesting.

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 20:33:40 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Friday, Oct. 22, 2021.

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Divisions linger in last lap of spending talks

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 20:32:31 -0000

Democratic leaders have imposed a Friday deadline to reach a deal, but divisions remain over paid leave, Medicare expansion and climate.

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The roundup on reconciliation

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 20:31:48 -0000

Taking questions at a live town hall in Baltimore, Biden got into the nitty-gritty of the reconciliation negotiations, speaking about his mix of frustration with and respect for Sens. Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema with surprising candor. He also made some news about the particulars of the bill/framework at this point in time.

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Standout moments from the NYC debate

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:14:09 -0000

POLITICO’s Sally Goldenberg runs through the highlights from the first debate between Democrat Eric Adams and Republican Curtis Sliwa.

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DeSantis calls for special Florida legislative session to fight Biden's vaccine mandate

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:14:02 -0000

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday called for a special legislative session to block the Biden administration’s vaccine mandates, taking the most aggressive action yet in his ongoing fight with the White House over Covid restrictions.

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The state of the New York mayoral race

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:13:55 -0000

Democrat Eric Adams is on track to be the next mayor of New York. But first he has to beat Republican Curtis Sliwa. POLITICO’s Sally Goldenberg reports.

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Fed cracks down on trading by top officials in wake of scandal

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:13:49 -0000

Under the new rules, Fed policymakers and senior staff will be prohibited from active trading and will be able to purchase only diversified investment vehicles like mutual funds.

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Inside New York’s mayoral debate

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 15:13:43 -0000

Ever wondered what it’s like to moderate a debate? POLITICO New York’s Sally Goldenberg shares her experience putting questions to Democratic frontrunner Eric Adams and Republican Curtis Sliwa in their first one-on-one matchup.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 23:18:21 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021.

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A 9-way teeter totter

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 23:15:06 -0000

“It’s a 9-way teeter totter.” That was a senior White House official’s description Wednesday night of the complex negotiations right now to assemble the Democrats’ social services bill. Every attempt to lift up the priority of one party faction ends up crashing another faction’s pet project into the dirt.

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The backstory on David Corn’s Manchin scoop

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 23:13:07 -0000

The Joe Manchin news that shook Washington on Wednesday was David Corn’s report in Mother Jones that the West Virginia senator is considering motoring his houseboat out of the Democratic dock.

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Why now is the right time to invest in the energy transition

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:42:05 -0000

The transition to renewable energies is going to cost billions across the board. And POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert says financial experts should seize the current economic moment to invest.

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Would the cost of the transition last forever?

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 17:00:00 -0000

The energy transition won't come for free for US companies, the government, or individuals. But POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert reports that the cost should subside in the medium to long term.

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The costs and benefits of the clean transition

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 16:59:25 -0000

Switching American energy over to renewable sources comes at a cost for the government. But POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert reports it will also come at a cost (and benefits) for individuals.

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Kids and vaccines: What to know

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:15:58 -0000

The White House is preparing plans for vaccinating the nation’s children. POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner reports.

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Newsom signs order to ease supply chain woes

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:15:24 -0000

California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Wednesday signed an order to ease shipping logjams by increasing road capacity and opening temporary cargo storage sites.

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What to know about mixing and matching vaccines

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:14:49 -0000

The FDA is giving the green light to mixing and matching vaccine boosters. POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner explains what exactly that means.

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NIH director decries unproven Covid origin theories

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:13:44 -0000

The director of the National Institutes of Health warned against misinformation on Covid-19's origins and insisted that government-funded research could not have sparked the pandemic.

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FDA authorizes Moderna, J&J Covid-19 boosters, allows mix-and-match shots

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 14:13:02 -0000

The Food and Drug Administration has authorized Covid-19 boosters from Moderna and Johnson & Johnson, and it will allow people to receive a different brand of vaccine as a booster than they did for their initial shots. POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner reports.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:27:00 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Oct. 20, 2021

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Breaking down Biden’s latest Build Back Better plan

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 10:25:59 -0000

Biden began pitching lawmakers on an outline for his Build Back Better plan Tuesday night. The proposal, pegged in the range of $1.75 to $1.9 trillion, is far from a done deal: Moderates and progressives will have plenty to say before giving anything their blessing. But Hill Democrats are relieved that Biden is getting his hands dirty after sitting on the sidelines for weeks.

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The month of 'Striketober'

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 22:45:18 -0000

October has seen big labor headlines from Hollywood to Silicon Valley. Legislators propose explanations and warn billionaires who push their workers too far.

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Why the pandemic relief gave polluters a lifeline

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 19:46:58 -0000

Fossil fuel industries got help at a far greater rate than the emerging renewable energies during the pandemic. But why? POLITICO's Zack Colman explains it has a lot to do with their maturity.

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Why the economic recovery didn't go green

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 19:46:15 -0000

The early recovery measures may have helped the US economy stay afloat, but they did not meet the expectations of helping it go green. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman explains why.

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The green recovery that wasn't

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 19:45:45 -0000

At the beginning of the pandemic, global leaders promised that the post-pandemic economic recovery would be eco-friendly and sustainable. More than a year later, the promises haven't come through. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains how the new normal doesn't look much different from the old one.

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The politics of Virginia’s house races

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:50:51 -0000

POLITICO’s Liz Crampton looks at how national politics are shaping state races in Virginia.

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DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas tests positive for Covid

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:50:07 -0000

A Homeland Security spokesperson said the secretary was fully vaccinated and experiencing “only mild congestion.”

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The races that could determine Virginia’s fate

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:49:25 -0000

Voters will decide whether Democrats keep control of the State House in November. POLITICO’s Liz Crampton reports.

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Facebook will pay up to $14.3M to settle claims it discriminated against U.S. workers

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:48:23 -0000

The Justice and Labor departments have reached separate settlements with Facebook requiring the company to pay up to $14.3 million over claims that it discriminated against U.S. workers by purposely reserving certain positions for temporary visa holders in 2018 and 2019.

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Could Dems lose it all in Virginia?

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 14:46:54 -0000

The governor’s mansion isn’t the only thing on the line in November. Republicans could also take back control of the State House. POLITICO’s Liz Crampton reports.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:30:25 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule on Tuesday, Oct. 19, 2021

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A scaled-back IRS crackdown

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:28:49 -0000

Democrats today are expected to reveal a “scaled-back version” of the party’s proposal to use the IRS to crack down on tax cheats. The move, scooped by WaPo’s Jeff Stein, comes after the banking industry and Republicans called foul, suggesting the proposal would be a gross invasion of people’s bank accounts and privacy.

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The carbon tax makes a comeback

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 19:23:49 -0000

An unusual confluence of factors have brought back a climate-change fighting policy that many Democrats saw as politically toxic: the carbon tax.

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Biden's PFAS plan

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 15:27:24 -0000

On Monday, the EPA administrator announced a new plan to try to limit the use of harmful chemicals in the US. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains the administration's new approach.

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The challenge of banning forever chemicals

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 15:26:49 -0000

The US government has known for years that PFAS chemicals are harmful. But banning them isn't as simple as passing a bill or signing an executive order. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains why fighting against these chemicals is so hard.

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PFAS: Everywhere, forever harmful

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 15:26:04 -0000

Thousands of chemicals used across the country are known to be bad for our health. And yet, getting them out of use has been a near impossible task for the government. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains just how ubiquitous these chemicals are.

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Regulators give Bitcoin funds the green light. What about other crypto?

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:42:45 -0000

Bitcoin funds are getting the green light from the SEC. POLITICO’s Kellie Mejdrich looks at what that means for other cryptocurrencies.

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Trump sues Jan. 6 committee, National Archives

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:42:15 -0000

The former president’s lawyers filed the suit in D.C. district court on Monday in an effort to block the release of his White House’s records related to the Capitol attack

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Bitcoin’s big week

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:41:46 -0000

Federal regulators are letting the cryptocurrency move one step closer to legitimacy. But not everybody’s happy. POLITICO's Kellie Mejdrich reports.

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State IG launches investigations into end of Afghanistan operations

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:40:42 -0000

The reviews will focus on the visa program and refugee resettlement, among other issues.

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Bitcoin moves a step closer to going legit

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 14:40:03 -0000

Bitcoin funds are reaching the masses. POLITICO’s Kellie Mejdrich reports.

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Meet ‘The Lobbyist Hunter’ trying to turn idealistic Hill aides into K Street operatives

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 22:06:19 -0000

“Somebody’s gotta do it. It might as well be me.” So says Ivan Adler, the “lobbyist hunter” who plucks D.C.’s most idealistic Hill staffers and turns them into K Street top dogs. POLITICO’s Hailey Fuchs and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza pry open the revolving door between the Hill and K Street — one of the most controversial but everlasting features of Washington’s underbelly.

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The lobbyist ecosystem in D.C.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 22:05:24 -0000

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The revolving door between Congress and K-Street

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 22:04:00 -0000

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 21:15:47 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule today on Monday, Oct, 18.

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Complications to watch for on the HIll

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 21:13:16 -0000

As if there weren't enough already for Democrats, here are the dynamics we're watching when it comes to the important bills coming through Congress.

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It’s crunch time again on Capitol Hill

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 21:11:23 -0000

Congress returns from recess today with 13 days until Speaker Nancy Pelosi new Halloween deadline to pass the party’s package of infrastructure and social services legislation. One problem: The latter has yet to be written — or really even outlined. …And yet: A series of calls Sunday with sources we trust to give us an honest read on the state of play turned up some genuine optimism they can get it done.

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How governors want to reform federal disaster response

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:42:36 -0000

Before the federal government steps in, state governors have to manage with the response to a natural disaster. But their response, and the final recovery, are often limited by how much help the federal government can provide. Today, POLITICO's Katherine Landergan explains how governors want to see the federal response change.

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When climate change floods your work

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:41:49 -0000

Governors already have their plates full between managing resources, politics, and leading initiatives. Now, climate change is forcing them to up their disaster mitigation, prevention, and response. Today, POLITICO's Katherine Landergan on how global warming is upping their workload.

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The Disaster Governors

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:41:15 -0000

Governors are the first to manage the response to a natural disaster. But with climate change making disasters more frequent and more severe, this part of the job is becoming a greater concern in many states. Today, POLITICO's Katherine Landergan discusses how some governors are having to prioritize climate response.

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Colin Powell dies from Covid complications

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 17:01:31 -0000

Colin Powell, an accomplished and esteemed four-star general who became the first African-American secretary of State, died Monday as a result of complications from Covid-19, according to his family. He was 84. POLITICO's Brianna Crummy explains.

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What will end up happening to the Democratic spending plan?

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:36:08 -0000

POLITICO’s Elana Schor looks at if and when Democrats will be able to get their massive spending package through Congress.

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Fauci tamps down concern about Covid-19 booster review process

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:35:32 -0000

The top infectious disease doctor said data gathered in the United States and elsewhere points toward the need for the booster shots.

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The state of infrastructure and reconciliation talks

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:35:03 -0000

POLITICO’s Elana Schor breaks down the sticking points in Democratic negotiations.

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Buttigieg warns some supply chain problems will persist into 2022

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:34:17 -0000

The Transportation secretary said the administration is limited in some aspects in how it can intervene.

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WTH is going on in Congress?

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 14:33:14 -0000

Infrastructure, reconciliation and debt ... oh my! POLITICO's Congress editor Elana Schor breaks down the latest from the Hill.

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Meet D.C.'s 'Lobbyist Hunter'

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 20:31:03 -0000

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U.S. to reopen border to international travelers on Nov. 8

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:48:49 -0000

The U.S. will reopen its border to fully vaccinated foreign travelers on Nov. 8. POLITICO’s Brianna Crummy reports.

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:48:37 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule on Friday, Oct. 15, 2021.

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Reconcilable differences

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:47:53 -0000

CNN’s Manu Raju breaks down the latest red flags for Democrats’ agenda coming from Sens. Kyrsten Sinema and Joe Manchin, including Medicare expansion and paid family/medical leave provisions.

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Is Ron Klain too twitter-lific?

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:47:04 -0000

Former chiefs of staff to Obama and Bush agree that Ron Klain may be spending too much time on Twitter while managing the leader of the free world.

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DCCC edges out NRCC cash haul

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 19:46:17 -0000

Fox News’ Paul Steinhauser writes that House Democrats have the upper hand over House Republicans in fundraising ahead of the 2022 midterms. A quick look at the numbers:

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Appeals court keeps Texas abortion law in place

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 18:01:18 -0000

Texas can keep its abortion ban in place after a challenge from the Biden administration. That’s what an appeals court ruled on Thursday. POLITICO’s Brianna Crummy reports.

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How long will supply chain issues last?

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:41:33 -0000

POLITICO’s Steven Overly breaks down why the problem could persist for years.

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DeSantis vows to sue Biden over vaccine mandates

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:41:27 -0000

Gov. Ron DeSantis has opened a multimillion-dollar battle against vaccine mandates, and on Thursday took the fight to the Biden administration.

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A Christmas crisis?

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:41:22 -0000

President Biden is trying to ease supply chain issues as Republicans latch onto looming shortages ahead of the holidays. POLITICO’s Steven Overly reports.

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FDA vaccine panel endorses Moderna booster for elderly and others at high risk

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:41:16 -0000

The committee unanimously voted to recommend authorizing booster doses of Moderna’s Covid-19 vaccine for the elderly and younger people at high risk because of their underlying health, occupations or other factors.

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The supply chain crisis, explained

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 15:41:10 -0000

POLITICO’s Steven Overly breaks down the global forces behind the current supply chain issues.

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Who is going to COP26?

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

It's not just world leaders and climate organizations. Some of the world's most powerful and influential people are headed to Glasgow next month to take part of the UN's climate summit. POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen has more details on the guest list.

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When the rich and powerful take over a climate summit

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

From Leo DiCaprio to Bill Gates and powerful CEOs, the world's most influential people are gathering at what's historically been a multinational summit on climate talks. Today, POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen explains the pros and cons of widening the guest list of the COP26.

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The Davos crew takes on COP26

Fri, 15 Oct 2021 10:00:00 -0000

CEOs, executives, the rich and famous... a crowd that would normally gather around at the World Economic Forum is now planning on gathering at this year's UN climate summit. Today, POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen explains why.

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Biden administration to send several cabinet members to Glasgow climate talks

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 20:32:58 -0000

The Biden administration is sending a large team of cabinet members and top climate officials to next month's climate talks in Glasgow, Scotland, the latest sign the White House is looking to show its commitment to the global effort.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:24:57 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule for president, VP and congress on Thursday, Oct. 14, 2021.

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McAullife's lead over Youngkin narrows

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:24:08 -0000

This is the week Democrats officially hit the panic button in Virginia. Biden won the state by 10 points in 2020, but Terry McAuliffe, the former popular governor looking to return to Richmond, leads Republican Glenn Youngkin by just 2.5 points (48.1% to 45.5%).

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Jan. 6 dynamics to watch

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:23:04 -0000

Who’s paying the legal bills, the matter with privilege and toothless oversight -- what we're watching when it comes to the Jan. 6 panel.

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Jan. 6 panel faces possible oversight issues

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:21:59 -0000

It’s a story we’ve become all too familiar with since Democrats took control of the House in 2019: Lawmakers issue subpoenas to Trump White House officials — who then stonewall at his behest. Today, the Jan. 6 committee could find itself hitting the same roadblocks. Steve Bannon and Kash Patel have been subpoenaed for questioning today, and Mark Meadows and Dan Scavino are slated for Friday. Trump has asked them not to cooperate, claiming executive privilege bars their participation — an assertion Democrats call bogus.

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Biden will meet with Pope Francis on European trip

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:20:36 -0000

President Joe Biden will embark on a three-leg trip to Europe starting at the end of October that will include a Vatican meeting with Pope Francis, the White House announced Thursday.

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U.S. unemployment claims fall to lowest level since pandemic

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 19:20:28 -0000

The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits fell to its lowest level since the pandemic began, a sign the job market is still improving even as hiring has slowed in the past two months.

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When the vax mandate drops

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:26:01 -0000

POLITICO’s Rebecca Rainey looks at the legal turbulence Biden’s vaccine mandate will face when it takes effect.

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Education Department settles union lawsuit over debt forgiveness

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:25:55 -0000

The Education Department and American Federation of Teachers landed on a sweeping agreement to end a union-led lawsuit that accused the government of mismanaging a massive program intended to forgive the student loans of public service workers.

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Who will the vaccine mandate affect?

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:25:50 -0000

POLITICO’s Rebecca Rainey breaks down where the Biden administration’s vaccine mandate will have its biggest impact.

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DOJ opens civil rights probe into Texas youth correctional facilities

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:25:45 -0000

The department is launching the investigation over allegations of physical and sexual abuse.

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Where’s Biden’s vaccine mandate?

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 15:25:40 -0000

POLITICO’s Rebecca Rainey gives a status update on the federal workplace rule.

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The rise of EVs continues

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:53:52 -0000

While the federal push to promote electric vehicles is still pending, Americans are slowly but surely embracing the zero-emissions transportation. POLITICO's Annie Snider has more.

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Will Pa. join RGGI?

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:53:10 -0000

Governor Tom Wolf wants to tackle Pennsylvania's emissions by joining a regional cap-and-trade program. But opponents have many ways to stop that. POLITICO's Jordan Wolman has more.

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The Penn Democratic allies against cap-and-trade

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:52:43 -0000

Pennsylvania's governor is pushing the state to join a regional cap-and-trade program.And while he expected the move to be criticized by the state GOP lawmakers, he is also finding pushback from a traditional Democratic ally group. POLITICO's Jordan Wolman has more.

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Will cap and trade enter coal country?

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:51:59 -0000

Pennsylvania's governor is pushing his state to join a multi-state cap-and-trade program. If he's successful, the move could considerably transform the state's emissions. POLITICO's Jordan Wolman has more.

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Would Pa.'s emissions migrate if it joined RGGI?

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 13:51:39 -0000

Pennsylvania's governor wants to take his highly emitting state into the east coast's cap and trade program. But if the state joined, could the fossil fuel industry just move to another state? POLITICO's Jordan Wolman explains.

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Rosen, former acting AG under Trump, appears before Jan. 6 committee

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 10:07:22 -0000

Jeff Rosen, the acting attorney general during the final days of the Trump administration, sat for an interview with the Jan. 6 select committee on Wednesday, according to two sources familiar with the matter. Another top Trump Justice Department official, Jeffrey Clark, also got subpoenaed on Wednesday by the panel probing the Capitol attack.

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Biden asks food makers to crack down on salt

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:01:34 -0000

The FDA on Wednesday released long-delayed short-term sodium reduction targets, urging food makers to voluntarily cut back their use of salt to help Americans eat healthier.

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NIH study: Moderna, Pfizer shots are most effective Covid boosters

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 22:01:26 -0000

Covid-19 booster shots from Moderna or Pfizer showed signs they are more effective at protecting vaccinated adults than a second dose of Johnson & Johnson's vaccine, according to preliminary results from a government-funded study.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 21:48:57 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule on Wednesday, Oct. 13, 2021.

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Scoop: Manchin-Sinema split vexes the White House

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 21:48:05 -0000

So what’s the state of negotiations between the White House and Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema? The talks have been shrouded in mystery, but we have some fresh details we can share this morning. More is known about Manchin than Sinema, and for a good reason: While Manchin has been willing to discuss his priorities in detail with his colleagues in the Senate, Sinema only negotiates with the White House.

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Inflation rises 5.4 percent from year ago, matching 13-year high

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 17:29:48 -0000

Another surge in consumer prices in September sent inflation to 5.4 percent from a year ago, matching the highest such rate since 2008 as tangled global supply lines continue to create havoc.

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Social Security COLA largest in decades as inflation jumps

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 17:29:41 -0000

Millions of retirees on Social Security will get a 5.9 percent boost in benefits for 2022. The biggest cost-of-living adjustment in 39 years follows a burst in inflation as the economy struggles to shake off the drag of the coronavirus pandemic.

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A redistricting showdown in West Virginia

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:20:53 -0000

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Divided Supreme Court considers who can defend abortion restrictions

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:20:48 -0000

Tuesday's arguments marked the first abortion case to be argued in full before the court's 6-3 conservative majority.

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Why West Virginia is losing a seat in Congress

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:20:42 -0000

POLITICO’s Ally Mutnick explains why West Virginia is losing one of its three seats in Congress.

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Southwest, American airlines workers will have to get vaccinated, despite Texas order

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:20:36 -0000

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday signed a sweeping order effectively banning vaccine mandates for private businesses with 100 or more employees.

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‘Hunger Games’-meets-musical chairs in West Virginia

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 15:20:30 -0000

West Virginia has three incumbent members of Congress. But it’s losing a seat to redistricting. POLITICO’s Ally Mutnick reports.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:02:46 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Tuesday, Oct. 12.

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The left can't look away from Hunter's art

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 22:00:17 -0000

Our resident Hunter Biden expert Ben Schreckinger takes a look at how liberals increasingly are being forced to reckon with the amateur painter’s ethically questionable, up-to-$500k-a-pop art-selling business. “So far, right-leaning outlets that devoted less attention to the ethical issues raised by the activities of Trump’s relatives have had a field day with the Hunter Biden story. Interest in his activities, meanwhile, has been relatively muted on the left,” Schreckinger writes.

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Short or long-term policies?

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:58:11 -0000

In a “Dear Colleague” letter last night, Speaker Nancy Pelosi fired off a warning to the White House and progressives on reconciliation. She suggested her caucus wants to coalesce around a smaller list of policy changes that would last longer, writing: “Overwhelmingly, the guidance I am receiving from Members is to do fewer things well so that we can still have a transformative impact on families.” That might seem mundane, but it’s not. Progressives have been pushing for leaders to adopt their whole wishlist of proposals from universal Pre-K and free college to dental and vision for Medicare — and cut the price tag by having them expire in a few years’ time. The idea, they argue, is to set up a bunch of mini cliffs and dare Republicans to let popular programs expire.

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The next legislative pile-up is coming

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:57:11 -0000

With the exception of today — when the House briefly returns to clear the Senate-passed, short-term debt ceiling stopgap — Congress is out on recess this week after lawmakers kicked the can on their entire legislative to-do list. The big question on everyone’s mind right now is this: Will the delay help them get it all done, or just make matters worse?

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House Budget Chair John Yarmuth announces retirement

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:55:51 -0000

House Budget Committee Chairman John Yarmuth announced Tuesday he will not seek reelection after 15 years in Congress, opening a key seat in the Democratic stronghold of Louisville.

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Poll: Hochul early frontrunner in potential NY primary

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 21:55:43 -0000

Gov. Kathy Hochul has a measurable but not overwhelming lead in a potential 2022 primary for the office she has occupied since August, according to a poll released by the Marist Institute for Public Opinion on Tuesday.

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IMF foresees a slight drop in global growth from pandemic

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:47:19 -0000

The International Monetary Fund is slightly downgrading its outlook for the global recovery from the pandemic recession, reflecting the persistence of supply chain disruptions in industrialized countries and deadly disparities in vaccination rates between rich and poor nations.

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U.S. sees biggest revenue surge in 44 years despite pandemic

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:47:12 -0000

Despite a pandemic, a recession and a slew of tax cuts, federal tax receipts are booming.

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House returns (briefly) for debt ceiling vote

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:47:04 -0000

The House is returning Tuesday to pass the Senate's short-term lift of the debt ceiling. The real debt fight will happen in December, but today's action will make that punt official.

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What Joe Manchin wants for climate and energy

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:01:08 -0000

Senator Joe Manchin has made clear he won't go in on a $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill. Instead, he's listed what he thinks is possible for a reconciliation package. But what's in it for climate and the environment? POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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What climate hawks want in reconciliation

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 20:00:17 -0000

Climate hawks in the Senate have a very clear idea of what they want to keep in the reconciliation package. Kelsey Tamborrino has the details.

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Climate hawks play hardball

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 19:59:21 -0000

Environmental leaders in the Senate refuse to pass a bill that doesn't dramatically increase the fedral effort to fight climate change. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino discusses their fight.

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What’s next for Facebook

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:41:41 -0000

POLITICO’s Alexandra LeVine looks at the turbulence ahead for Facebook after last week’s whistleblower testimony before Congress.

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Merck seeks emergency use of experimental Covid-19 pill

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:40:38 -0000

Merck on Monday said it asked the FDA to authorize emergency use of an experimental antiviral pill that appears to halve the risk of hospitalization or death from Covid-19 in some people.

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What to know about the Facebook whistleblower

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:40:02 -0000

POLITICO’s Alex LeVine breaks down what you need to know about Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen.

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Two dozen countries to join EU-U.S. pledge to reduce methane emissions

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:38:48 -0000

More than 20 countries will join a campaign spearheaded by the European Union and the United States to slash methane emissions.

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Why this time might be different for Facebook

Tue, 12 Oct 2021 14:37:02 -0000

Facebook has been in hot water before. But this time could be different. POLITICO’s Alexandra LeVine reports.

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Could a trillion-dollar coin fix the debt crisis?

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:00:00 -0000

After a week of debt-ceiling drama in D.C., POLITICO chief economic correspondent Ben White joins Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive. They unpack the partisan fights, doomsday hypotheticals and one of the most absurd twists so far: a trillion-dollar coin.

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The debt ceiling: Could we just get rid of it?

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:00:00 -0000

What real consequences could we face as a nation if we reach the debt limit — and what if we just got rid of it? POLITICO chief economic correspondent Ben White and Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels dig into the possibilities on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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Push it to the (debt) limit

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0000

What actually happens if the nation defaults on its debt? POLITICO chief economic correspondent Ben White and Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels explore doomsday hypotheticals on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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Inside D.C.'s debt-ceiling drama

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:00:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO chief economic correspondent Ben White joins Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels to unpack a week of debt-ceiling drama in D.C.

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National debt and the 2022 midterms

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 10:30:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO chief economic correspondent Ben White and Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels explore what kind of an impact the debt ceiling fight could have on the 2022 midterms.

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Sen. Mark Kelly raked in $8 million during fundraising quarter

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:02:38 -0000

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), who's up for reelection in 2022, took in $8 million in the third quarter — $7.3 million from contributions and the rest from a vendor refund. He's sitting on a pile of nearly $13 million in cash. Average contribution: about $33.

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U.S. employers added only 194,000 jobs in September

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:00:59 -0000

U.S. employers added just 194,000 jobs in September, a second straight tepid gain and evidence that the pandemic still has a grip on the economy with many companies struggling to fill millions of open jobs.

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Biden's biomedical research agency dropped from social spending bill

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 19:00:05 -0000

President Joe Biden’s plan for a new health agency that would work with the private sector to treat cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and other ailments is being dropped from Democrats' sweeping social spending package, jeopardizing whether the initiative can be launched this year, according to three people familiar with the negotiations.

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The attorney who popularized the trillion-dollar-coin debt fix

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 17:55:44 -0000

What if the United States could avoid default on its massive debt by minting a trillion-dollar coin? Attorney Carlos Mucha says it's not so outlandish. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, he joins Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels to explore his big idea.

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:31:00 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021.

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Trump's vetting process

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:30:04 -0000

It’s no secret that Trump’s endorsements have been impulsive, and it looks like he jumped the gun again by giving an early nod to Sean Parnell in the open Pennsylvania Senate race. Republicans we talked to in Washington and Trump-world are clearly worried since the news broke this week that Parnell requested a gag order on his estranged wife Laurie and her lawyer during their custody battle. Shortly after Trump endorsed Parnell in September, rival Jeff Bartos revealed that Parnell’s wife filed two protective orders against him in 2017 and 2018. Both were expunged, but some Republicans worry that there may be more shoes to drop.

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Schumer's senate faux pas

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:29:14 -0000

A shouting match erupted on the Senate floor after the vote to delay the debt limit crisis for two months. Sens. John Thune and Mitt Romney confronted Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer after he lambasted Republicans in a floor speech right after the vote.

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Two lawmakers’ takes on the U.S.-China power struggle

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:04:40 -0000

POLITICO’s Alex Ward breaks down what he learned from a panel conversation about the US-China power competition.

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Senate confirms three of Biden's Education Department nominees

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:04:04 -0000

The Senate on Wednesday confirmed three of President Joe Biden’s nominees for top positions in the Education Department.

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Biden’s pivot to China

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:03:34 -0000

The past two months have been marked by a shift in focus toward China when it comes to the Biden administration’s foreign policy.

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POLITICO-Harvard poll: Most Americans support vaccine mandates for schoolkids

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:02:43 -0000

A majority of Americans now support requiring public school students aged 12 or older to be vaccinated against Covid-19 before they can attend classes in person.

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The state of the U.S.-China competition

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 15:02:08 -0000

POLITICO’s Alex Ward reports on the international power struggle.

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Maxine Waters ready to battle over potential cuts to housing aid

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 05:17:49 -0000

Waters, who proposed the funding as chair of the House Financial Services Committee, said in an interview that "I'm going to fight as hard as I can to keep as much housing as I can in the reconciliation bill."

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Prosecutors charge Jan. 6 rioter with stealing laptop from Pelosi's office

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 05:16:54 -0000

The formal charge suggests prosecutors now believe they can prove the theft beyond a reasonable doubt. Video that Williams allegedly shot as she paraded through Pelosi's office suggested she grabbed the laptop and made off with it. Prosecutors in January said witnesses, including a former partner, indicated she had intended to sell it.

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California's oil spill, and more action against oil development

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 20:03:11 -0000

Following the massive oil spill off the California coast, Democrats in the state are re-energizing their push against offshore drilling. POLITICO's Annie Snider has more.

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What NEPA did under Trump

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 20:02:18 -0000

Under the Trump administration, the National Environmental Policy Act changed its scope. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman explores the incoming changes to NEPA.

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What Biden wants NEPA to do

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 20:01:22 -0000

There is a federal law that oversees the kind of environmental review the government goes through before issuing a permit. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman explores what the Biden administration wants NEPA to do.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:53:41 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Thursday, Oct. 7, 2021.

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Sanders vs. Sinema

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:52:49 -0000

Sen. Bernie Sanders refused to sign a statement “condemning last weekend’s protests against Sen. Kyrsten Sinema because it also wouldn’t include a rebuke of her political views," according to Axios.

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Why McConnell backed down

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:51:02 -0000

Donald Trump and Sen. Elizabeth Warren actually agree on something: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell backed down Wednesday when he offered Democrats an extension of the debt ceiling until December. (As of early this morning, the two sides hadn’t finalized the deal.) “McConnell caved,” said Warren. “Looks like Mitch McConnell is folding to the Democrats, again,” said Trump. Was it the filibuster?

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CIA launches new China-focused unit

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:49:24 -0000

The Central Intelligence Agency announced the formation of a new China Mission Center on Thursday, underscoring the Biden administration’s focus on Beijing as a top foreign policy priority and a formidable global competitor to the United States.

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Senate leaders strike deal on short-term debt limit patch

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:48:18 -0000

Senate leaders clinched a deal on Thursday to avoid an economic nightmare in less than two weeks, pushing their debt ceiling stalemate into December and creating a fiscal pileup around the holidays.

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De Blasio misused NYPD security detail for campaign trips, children, probe finds

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 19:48:11 -0000

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio misused his security detail to assist his ill-fated presidential campaign and ferry his children around, according to a probe by the city Department of Investigation.

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What to know about at-home testing

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:56:55 -0000

POLITICO’s David Lim breaks down what you should know about rapid Covid tests.

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Former Trump DOJ No. 2 sits for interview with Jan. 6 committee

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:54:34 -0000

Richard Donoghue — formerly the Justice Department’s second-in-command — appeared for a closed-door interview on Friday with the select panel investigating Jan. 6, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

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What the Biden admin’s testing push means for you

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:53:21 -0000

POLITICO’s David Lim explores the real-world impacts of the Biden administration’s new investment in at-home testing.

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Federal judge blocks enforcement of Texas abortion law

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:51:27 -0000

The judge was acting on a lawsuit brought by the Biden administration.

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A new investment in at-home testing

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 14:50:12 -0000

The Biden administration is making a new investment in at-home Covid testing. POLITICO's David Lim reports.

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The early cracks between Biden and EJ groups

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Environmental justice groups supported Biden's push for the presidency in the deciding moments. Now, they want to ensure his promises don't go unfulfilled. POLITICO's Zack Colman has more.

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Why EJ groups are growing unpleased

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Candidate Joe Biden promised firm steps on environmental justice. But the early steps of his administration are raising many flags to EJ groups. POLITICO's Zack Colman has more.

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Dems take GOP's short-term debt fix offer, kicking deadline to December

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 23:35:41 -0000

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell offered a temporary patch to the nation's borrowing limit, which the president's party is accepting without taking his other terms.

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Biden closes in on pick to lead Food and Drug Administration

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 23:32:46 -0000

Asked whether he had an FDA nominee, President Joe Biden told reporters on Tuesday that "We'll be talking about that in a little bit." The White House was nearing a final pick anyway, but National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins' Tuesday announcement that he would step down accelerated the timeline, according to one person with knowledge of the matter.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:51:32 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Oct. 6, 2021.

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Child-care checks remain divisive

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:47:29 -0000

Democrats who were hoping that the monthly $300-per-child checks the federal government started sending to families over the summer would be a winner in the midterms won’t like the findings of our latest poll with Morning Consult. Fewer than half of respondents, 47%, gave congressional Democrats credit for providing the extra cash, and even fewer, 38%, credited President Joe Biden.

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What's Chuck Schumer's plan B?

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:45:21 -0000

Republicans are set to filibuster Democrats’ latest bid to raise the debt ceiling today, just as Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has been saying they’d do since this summer. But the real question on everyone’s mind right now is this: What is Chuck Schumer's Plan B?

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Pentagon chief warns default would harm national security

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:07:40 -0000

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin warned Wednesday that a U.S. debt default would have far-reaching consequences for national security, and would even endanger pay and benefits for millions of troops, military retirees, survivors and civilian and contractor employees.

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Biden's DOJ antitrust nominee draws GOP support during nomination hearing

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 22:00:00 -0000

Jonathan Kanter, the longtime critic of big tech companies whom President Joe Biden has picked to head the Justice Department's Antitrust Division, garnered new Republican support during his nomination hearing on Wednesday.

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White House: Biden has confidence in Fed’s Powell 'at this time'

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:53:37 -0000

The White House on Tuesday said President Joe Biden has confidence in Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, hours after Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) said the central bank chief had “failed as a leader” amid fallout from financial trades made by top Fed officials last year.

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Pope reacts to sexual abuse report in France

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 19:53:26 -0000

Pope Francis on Wednesday morning expressed his “shame” at the extent of clerical sexual abuse in France, which was revealed in a report on Tuesday.

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Cleaning up after an oil spill

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:59:31 -0000

California and federal crews are hard at work to minimize the damage from a large oil spill off Huntington Beach from this weekend. POLITICO's Colby Bermel has details.

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California's big oil spill

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:59:22 -0000

Late on Friday, California sailors off Huntington Beach were first to notice a massive oil spill. Today, POLITICO's Colby Bermel reports on the impact to the community and the wildlife.

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An oil spill makes the case for tougher climate policy

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:59:12 -0000

Following the oil spill off California's coast this weekend, many state lawmakers are contemplating even tougher climate policies. POLITICO's Colby Bermel has more.

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NATO's head on the threat of terrorism

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:30:14 -0000

Jens Stoltenberg, NATO’s Secretary-General, tells POLITICO’s Ryan Heath about his personal experience with an act of terrorism.

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NATO head: China is not an enemy

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 15:30:06 -0000

China is on the rise, with the world’s largest navy and on track to have the world’s largest economy. Jens Stoltenberg, NATO’s Secretary-General, tells POLITICO’s Ryan Heath about his plan to stay one step ahead of China’s advances.

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How Covid will shape gubernatorial races

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:30:30 -0000

It’s the biggest issue in the nation right now. How might it impact next year’s gubernatorial elections? POLITICO’s Zach Montellaro reports.

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9th Circuit blocks California law limiting private jails

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:29:53 -0000

The appeals panel ruled 2-1 that the state statute seeking to phase out private detention intrudes on federal authority.

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Why you should watch Georgia’s 2022 gubernatorial race

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:29:30 -0000

POLITICO’s Zach Montellaro breaks down why the race might be the most interesting to watch next year.

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White House says Covid-19 home-testing market on track to quadruple by year's end

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:28:52 -0000

The new investment builds on $2 billion the administration is using to boost production of a number of different Covid-19 tests.

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The most important elections you're not thinking about

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 14:27:38 -0000

Sure, congressional elections are important. But 36 states will also decide who becomes governor in 2022. POLITICO's Zach Montellaro reports.

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A Midwest EV charging plan

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 04:00:00 -0000

Five states in the midwest are getting together to develop a massive charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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DNC says unvaccinated workers could be fired

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:41:47 -0000

The Democratic National Committee told workers Monday evening that unvaccinated workers could “face termination” if they did not have a legally recognized exemption, according to an internal email obtained by POLITICO.

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SEC chair warns U.S. debt default would shock markets

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 00:38:58 -0000

Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Gary Gensler warned Congress Tuesday that a U.S. debt ceiling breach threatened to unleash significant volatility and disruption in financial markets, as lawmakers remained at odds over how to avoid a government default.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 20:54:14 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule on Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2021.

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Biden touts agenda in Michigan

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 20:53:20 -0000

Biden will pause the intra-party diplomacy after the meeting with moderates and fly to a swing district in Michigan to promote his agenda. Administration officials have also been exasperated that BBB has been defined by its price tag rather than its (mostly popular) component parts, and hope the trip will begin to change that.

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Inside Biden's meeting with progressives

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 20:52:10 -0000

Biden summoned progressives to the virtual meeting to deliver a simple message, per a senior White House official:“He told them that the end point would be about $2 trillion and he wanted their input on what it should look like.”But, nobody we talked to left the roughly 90-minute call with a detailed understanding of what might be cut or how the new top line would be achieved.

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Johnson & Johnson seeks FDA authorization of Covid booster shot

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 17:33:09 -0000

Johnson & Johnson on Tuesday asked the Food and Drug Administration to authorize a booster dose of its Covid-19 vaccine for people 18 and older.

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Francis Collins to step down as NIH director by year's end

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 17:33:02 -0000

National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins plans to step down by the end of the year after nearly three decades at the agency, including 12 years at the helm, the agency announced Tuesday.

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China's energy crisis is everyone's problem

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:33:26 -0000

Ahead of a cold winter, China is trying to secure the energy it will need for people and industry. But whether or not it will be able to do so will affect the whole world. POLITICO's Matt Daily explains why.

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A power crisis and COP 26.

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:33:19 -0000

In less than 2 months, world leaders are meeting in Glasgow to try to advance an aggressive climate agenda. Today, POLITICO's Matt Daily explains how the ongoing energy crisis could affect the success of COP 26.

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Green policies, LNG, and an energy shortage

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:33:12 -0000

As European countries struggle to secure the energy they'll need this winter, their green agenda is coming into question. Today, POLITICO's Matt Daily explains why Europe's climate policies aren't to blame.

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A global energy crisis

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 16:33:02 -0000

The world's biggest economies are srambling to shore up enough energy to get their people, and industries, through what's expected to be a harsh winter. Today, POLITICO's Matt Daily explains what's going on.

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What will come of the Jan. 6 probe?

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:47:46 -0000

POLITICO’s Kyle Cheney looks at what the end result of the House investigation into the insurrection could be.

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Warren calls on SEC to probe Fed on insider trading

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:44:25 -0000

“The reports of this financial activity by Fed officials raise serious questions about possible conflicts of interest and reveal a disregard for the public trust,” Warren wrote.

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The Jan. 6 investigation closes in on Trump

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:44:19 -0000

The Jan. 6 panel is hoping to get a boost from the Biden DOJ as it takes a more urgent tack in trying to obtain sensitive information. POLITICO’s Kyle Cheney reports.

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The biggest week yet for the Jan. 6 probe

Tue, 05 Oct 2021 14:44:06 -0000

The House effort to unearth Donald Trump’s Jan. 6 secrets has shifted into overdrive. POLITICO’s Kyle Cheney reports.

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Limiting Medicare benefits deepens rift among Hill Democrats

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 23:55:46 -0000

Critics of Sen. Joe Manchin’s approach argue that imposing more income thresholds adds burdens for the middle class and affects more beneficiaries each year.

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Don't forget about the debt ceiling

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 21:48:43 -0000

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently said the government runs out of borrowing authority Oct. 18, two weeks from today. The House passed a debt ceiling hike last week. Ssenate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer will likely bring it up in the Senate this week. He’s vowed not to use reconciliation, which would allow Democrats to raise the debt ceiling on their own, with just 50 votes.

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Where Dems go from here

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 21:47:38 -0000

Now that the dust has settled from last week’s drama on the Hill, let’s take stock of where things stand with President Joe Biden's core legislative agenda.

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 21:43:07 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Monday, Oct. 4, 2021.

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North Korea issues warning to U.N. Security Council

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 18:55:27 -0000

North Korea has warned the U.N. Security Council against criticizing the isolated country’s missile program, in a statement Sunday that included unspecified threats against the international body.

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Yang officially breaks with Democratic Party

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 18:30:33 -0000

Former presidential and New York City mayoral candidate Andrew Yang announced Monday he has changed his voter registration, making official his break with the Democratic Party.

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Biden administration says it will again try to end Trump’s ‘Remain in Mexico’ policy

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 16:23:53 -0000

The Biden administration is taking another shot at ending the contentious Trump-era “Remain in Mexico” policy after a federal judge ruled in August that the president’s move to end the program violated the law.

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What’s missing from conversations about AAPI voters

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:21:22 -0000

POLITICO’s Rishika Dugyala discusses the nuanced and diverse voting bloc.

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Poll: How Trump shifted AAPI voters’ views of the GOP

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:20:41 -0000

More than 70 percent of AAPI voters polled in a new POLITICO survey blame the former president for discrimination. POLITICO’s Rishika Dugyala reports.

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Trump on prospect of facing DeSantis in 2024: 'I'd beat him'

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:20:02 -0000

The former president said he believed “most people would drop out” if he entered the race, including Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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How trauma and Trump mobilized AAPI voters

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:19:18 -0000

Ahead of the 2022 midterms, the POLITICO/Morning Consult poll found that Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders are significantly more likely to be mobilized by a shared fear of violence and discrimination than before the pandemic. POLITICO’s Rishika Dugyala reports.

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Fauci sees hope in new Merck drug

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:18:34 -0000

The nation’s top infectious disease expert called the results of a recent study “really quite impressive.”

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Why AAPI voters are mobilizing like never before

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:18:03 -0000

POLITICO’s Rishika Dugyala breaks down how the past year and a half of Covid and increased violence have reshaped the political identities of AAPI voters.

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Inside the Biden family

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0000

Joe Biden isn’t a stranger to Washington, and Washington isn’t a stranger to Joe. He’s been on the national political stage for more than 50 years, through seven Senate terms and three runs for president. But there's an extent to which Biden’s familiarity has obscured some of the under-explored facets of his life. Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with national political correspondent Ben Schreckinger about his book “The Bidens: Inside The First Family’s Fifty-Year Rise to Power” and what Ben learned in the process of reporting.

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Joe Biden and 'The Delaware Way'

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 19:11:44 -0000

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Inside the Bidens' 50-year rise to power

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 19:10:34 -0000

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Could the ghost of Cuomo hurt Hochul in 2022?

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:35:38 -0000

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul ran with Cuomo twice. Could that hurt her prospects in the upcoming election? POLITICO’s Anna Gronewold reports.

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Burnout at the CDC

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:31:30 -0000

Health workers are tired. And that’s a problem. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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What to be hopeful about in the pandemic

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:30:32 -0000

Vaccines for kids appear to be imminent. That’s giving POLITICO’s Erin Banco hope about the public health situation.

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How much has Hochul changed New York?

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:29:39 -0000

New York Gov. Hochul promised big change. POLITICO’s Anna Gronewold looks at how much has come to.

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What to know about New York Gov. Hochul

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:28:03 -0000

POLITICO’s Anna Gronewold breaks down what you should know about Hochul a month into her time in office.

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The precarious promise of change in New York

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 17:27:18 -0000

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Brexit is ‘going badly,’ say Brits in new poll

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 01:09:45 -0000

More than half of Brits think that Brexit is "going badly," according to new polling — and the number of people with that opinion is growing.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:48:25 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Thursday, Sept. 30, 2021

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Go BIF or go home

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:46:47 -0000

It’s died a million deaths before. Today might be the latest — albeit, perhaps not the last.Sen. Joe Manchin pretty much ensured defeat of the bipartisan infrastructure deal known as BIF, if the House votes on it at all today. While Manchin signaled he’d support a more modest reconciliation package to roll back the GOP’s 2017 tax cut, that does nothing for Democrats demanding a vote today — or for those vowing to tank it absent a deal.

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Senate passes 9-week funding patch to thwart shutdown

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:43:51 -0000

The Senate is slated to pass a stopgap spending bill Thursday afternoon that would prevent a government shutdown come midnight and punt the funding cliff into early December.

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Line 3 is completed

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:01:53 -0000

On Wednesday, Canadian energy company Enbridge announced that the controversial Line 3 pipeline was finally completed. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains if the fight to stop it is finally over.

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Can green energies grow and be EJ-conscious?

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 20:00:45 -0000

As green energy manufacturing grows around the country, many worry about the risks for disadvantaged communities that could be affected by this growth. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has more.

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What clean energy industries want

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 19:59:20 -0000

Clean energy companies want to make sure the Biden administration's push for growth actually allows them to mature in the next years. Today, POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino explains what the industry wants to see.

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The tax credit chicken or egg problem for wind and solar

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 19:58:14 -0000

The Biden administration wants to use tax credits to help renewables grow in America. The Biden administration also wants to tie these credits to all-American-made products. Can the Biden administration have it both ways? POLITICO’s Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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Supreme Court to hear case over Boston's refusal to fly Christian flag

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 17:08:44 -0000

The Supreme Court has agreed to take up a case over local officials' refusal to fly a Christian group's pennant outside Boston City Hall.

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Senators vs. Facebook, Round 2

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 17:08:36 -0000

Facebook’s head of safety will be in the hot seat today, as lawmakers explore how its platforms harm young users and ways to protect them online.

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What’s next in the pandemic

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:16:07 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports on what we can expect from the public health situation in the months ahead.

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Tension in the Biden administration’s Covid response

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:15:02 -0000

Biden administration officials are split on the next steps in their Covid response. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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CDC urges pregnant people to get vaccinated

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:14:19 -0000

The CDC is stepping up efforts to convince pregnant people to Covid vaccines.

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A crucial moment in the pandemic

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:13:46 -0000

Biden administration health officials are preparing for a potentially difficult Fall and Winter as more people head indoors. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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Top privacy lawmakers demand help from Biden administration

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:12:53 -0000

Leaders of the Senate Commerce Committee are urging President Joe Biden to appoint a top administration official to help Congress develop a national consumer privacy framework in the United States.

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The holidays are coming. Is a Covid surge coming, too?

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 16:12:16 -0000

Last year’s Winter and Fall were tough. POLITICO’s Erin Banco looks at what’s different this time around.

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Education Department negotiates Navient’s exit from federal student loan program

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 22:04:31 -0000

The Biden administration is considering approving a deal under which Navient, the student loan company reviled by many progressives, would no longer collect monthly loan payments on behalf of the Education Department and transfer the accounts of nearly six million federal borrowers to another company.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 22:02:41 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Sept. 29, 2021.

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Countdown to shutdown

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 22:01:25 -0000

Amid staunch GOP resistance to raising the debt ceiling, Dems have put a pause on the issue to attend to an even more immediate concern: preventing a government shutdown this week. Here’s where things stand.

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T-minus 24 hours: The view from the W.H.

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 21:59:34 -0000

Tuesday was the day it became clear either:

A) President Joe Biden's legislative agenda is about to implode

B) Biden made serious progress toward a deal to salvage his agenda.

The public evidence points to option A. By the end of the day, there was no indication Democrats were near a deal that would allow BIF to pass the House on Thursday. But the real action was shrouded in secrecy: the talks between Biden and the two senators who control the fate of his presidency, Joe Manchin and Krysten Sinema.

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PennEast calls it quits

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:38:57 -0000

On Monday, the controversial pipeline project called it quits after years of reversals with New Jersey and the federal government. POLITICO's Annie Snider has more.

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Sen. Manchin responds to FERC's deadlock

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:38:48 -0000

Since taking office, President Biden hasn't had the majority of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on his side. Now, as his latest nominee awaits confirmation, the Commission is starting to feel the effects of a 2-2 deadlock. Today, POLITICO's Catherine Morehouse reports that Sen. Joe Manchin hopes to solve that deadlock soon.

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FERC answers for the pipeline delays

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:38:41 -0000

On Tuesday, Republican senators grilled the FERC commissioners over what they perceive as delays on pipelines guided by overzealous environmental reviews. Today, POLITICO's Catherine Morehouse explains the commissioner's defense.

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How a FERC hearing turned against a clean energy standard

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:38:33 -0000

Yesterday, all 4 commissioners at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission appeared before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. And once there, the two Republican commissioners ripped out the House's Clean Energy Payment Program. Today, POLITICO's Catherine Morehouse explains their attack on the Democrat's proposed standard.

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U.S. says ivory-billed woodpecker, 22 other species extinct

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:22:55 -0000

Death’s come knocking a last time for the splendid ivory-billed woodpecker and 22 more birds, fish and other species: The U.S. government is declaring them extinct.

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YouTube expands policy against anti-vaccine content

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 17:20:53 -0000

YouTube announced Wednesday it will ramp up its efforts to stamp out anti-vaccine information and content, including banning the accounts of prominent vaccine opponents.

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Is the criticism of Lina Khan warranted?

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:37:04 -0000

FTC chair Lina Khan has received blowback for her handling of the agency so far. POLITICO’s Leah Nylen looks at how warranted the criticism is.

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Communication breakdown at the FTC

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:36:05 -0000

Employees say FTC chair has largely walled herself off at the agency. POLITICO’s Leah Nylen reports.

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Health groups urge FDA to step up e-cigarette regulation

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:32:04 -0000

Public health organizations are pushing the Food and Drug Administration to immediately take all flavored e-cigarettes, including menthol versions, off the market.

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Discontent at the FTC

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:31:34 -0000

Some employees at the FTC are unhappy with Lina Khan’s leadership style. POLITICO’s Leah Nylen reports.

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CDC says side effects from third doses of Covid-19 shots are mild

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:30:48 -0000

People who have received a third Covid-19 shot since the Biden administration approved an additional dose for people with compromised immune systems have largely reported mild side effects, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Tuesday.

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The knives are out for Lina Khan

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 15:27:44 -0000

President Biden’s top trustbuster is making enemies in Washington. POLITICO’s Leah Nylen reports.

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White House plays down split with military over Afghanistan withdrawal

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 22:18:28 -0000

The White House on Tuesday sought to minimize the impact of congressional testimony from top military officials that contradicted President Joe Biden’s past assertions that he was not urged to keep thousands of troops in Afghanistan.

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Larry Hogan’s audacious bet: A Trump critic could win the GOP’s 2024 nod

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 22:17:13 -0000

Larry Hogan is going national, using his cred as a popular blue-state Republican to help other GOP candidates ahead of a potential 2024 presidential bid. The Maryland governor, an outspoken critic of former President Donald Trump, is lending his help to Republicans in states filled with suburban voters who bolted the party during the Trump era. Over the past few weeks, Hogan has campaigned for Virginia gubernatorial hopeful Glenn Youngkin and Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp. This weekend, he was the keynote speaker at an Amelia Island, Fla., conference hosted by the moderate Republican Main Street Partnership. During Hogan’s travels, he has also set aside time to meet with donors, a ritual for those looking to build a national political apparatus.

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Pelosi and the Squad brace for a showdown

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 20:21:11 -0000

The Democrats’ “two-track” process is no more. After weeks of linking passage of the $1.2 trillion infrastructure package (BIF) to the party’s larger reconciliation bill, Speaker Nancy Pelosi told her members Monday night that she’s forging ahead with a stand-alone vote on BIF as the much larger social spending bill is being hashed out.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 20:20:01 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Tuesday, Sept. 28, 2021.

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Yellen pegs Oct. 18 as 'best estimate' for debt limit breaking point

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 20:19:09 -0000

The Treasury Department could run out of money by Oct. 18, triggering a disastrous default on the nation’s debt that would damage the U.S. economy for years to come, Secretary Janet Yellen warned congressional leaders in a new letter on Tuesday morning.

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Warren opposes reappointment of Fed’s Powell

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 20:18:29 -0000

Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Tuesday said she opposes a second term for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling him a “dangerous man” because of the financial regulations that have been loosened during his tenure.

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Climate politics peak in Germany

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 18:44:01 -0000

Climate change rarely, if ever, defines an election. But in Germany, the route to fight and mitigate climate change could mean which party ends up forming a leading coalition to form the next government. POLITICO's Annie Snider explains.

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Where are our solar panels coming from?

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 18:43:29 -0000

It's a simple question, but what determines where a solar panel is actually from is a central question that could drastically impact the speed at which solar power could grow in the US. POLITICO's Gavin Bade explains how.

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Will Commerce investigate where solar panels come from?

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 18:42:45 -0000

A request that the Commerce Department should expand the tariffs on Chinese solar panels to 3 more countries is opening up a can of worms that is challenging the Biden administration's plan to expand on solar power. Today, POLITICO's Gavin Bade explains both arguments, and the path forward for the Biden administration.

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A solar panel trade showdown

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 18:42:12 -0000

President Biden wants to expand solar power in the US. But a dispute over whether to expand tariffs on panels brought into the US could derail his plan. Today, POLITICO's Gavin Bade explains the conflict at play.

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The US-India relationship

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:10:52 -0000

Biden needs India to counter China, but that comes with a cost. POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi reports.

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How Biden is navigating relations with India

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:10:09 -0000

POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi breaks down the state of US-India relations under Biden.

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California becomes permanent vote-by-mail state

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:09:16 -0000

California has permanently shifted to universal mail voting, a move that could accelerate use of absentee ballots elsewhere and intensify partisan divisions over the voting process.

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Modi’s troubling track record

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:07:46 -0000

PM Narendra Modi's troubling brand of democracy is a human rights challenge for the White House. POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi reports.

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Poll: McAuliffe holds narrow lead over Youngkin in close Virginia race

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 17:06:55 -0000

Former Virginia Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe holds a slight lead over Republican Glenn Youngkin in a new poll from Monmouth University, as early voting is underway in the most competitive race this year

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A problematic alliance with India’s Modi

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:01:32 -0000

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a troubling track record when it comes to human rights. But Biden needs him to counter China. POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi reports.

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Instagram suspending development of youth-centric version of platform

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 20:42:06 -0000

The head of Instagram announced Monday that the social media company is halting development of a version of its service aimed at people under the age of 13. The announcement comes as Instagram’s parent company, Facebook, is scheduled to testify later this week at a Senate hearing on children’s safety and mental well-being online.

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Poll: Good news for Biden’s agenda

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 20:34:55 -0000

We have some fresh polling results from our weekly collaboration with Morning Consult, and they offer some good news for President Joe Biden, whose domestic policy agenda continues to poll above his job approval number, and a warning sign for both parties on a potential shutdown or default.

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 20:09:52 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Monday, Sept. 27, 2021.

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Don't forget about the shutdown

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 20:08:48 -0000

You know Washington is chaotic when a potential government shutdown four days away is below-the-fold news. But let’s not lose sight. Senate Republicans tonight are expected to block a short-term spending bill, or CR, because it would also raise the debt ceiling. But while the standoff has caused some political watchers to warn that a shutdown is a real possibility, we’ve been skeptical it will happen for one reason: It would look terrible for Democrats. Republicans have said they will back a funding bill that doesn’t include the debt ceiling. We expect that might be the Dems’ next play.

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‘Everything is hanging by a thread’

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 20:07:14 -0000

Congress is three days out from a critical vote on a key plank of the president’s agenda — a massive $1.2 trillion infrastructure package (BIF) — and President Joe Biden and House Democratic leaders haven’t even started the whipping process, we’re told from sources across the Democratic spectrum.

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Biden gets Covid booster shot

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 19:36:26 -0000

President Joe Biden received a booster shot of the Pfizer-BioNtech Covid-19 vaccine Monday.

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Judge orders 'unconditional release' for Reagan shooter

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 19:36:17 -0000

John Hinckley Jr. — the man who shot President Ronald Reagan four decades ago but was found not guilty by reason of insanity — is set to be unconditionally released from court supervision next year under an agreement disclosed at a court hearing Monday.

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Germany’s election is over. What’s next?

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:59:51 -0000

The name of the country’s next chancellor is still unknown as both SPD’s Olaf Scholz and CDU’s Armin Laschet voiced their intentions to form a ruling coalition.

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Survey: Most K-12 AFT members support vaccine mandates

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 16:59:42 -0000

About 90 percent of American Federation of Teachers members are vaccinated against the coronavirus, and two-thirds of them support vaccine mandates, according to a survey.

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California's new climate laws

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:57:24 -0000

Last week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom visited Sequoia National Park to sign a suite of climate bills into law. Today, POLITICO's Colby Bermel explains the significance and the magnitude of these bills.

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The climate bills still to come in California

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:57:06 -0000

Last week, California signed a new set of bills to ramp up the state's climate pledge and prepare for future natural disasters. And POLITICO's Colby Bermel the green push may not stop there.

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PG&E's court nightmares continue

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:56:36 -0000

California's largest utility is facing dozens of new charges over its role in last year's deadly Zogg fires. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider has more details.

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What's in California's new climate laws

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:56:13 -0000

Last week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a new suite of climate bills. Today, POLITICO's Colby Bermel explains what's in them.

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Swiss voters set to back same-sex marriage

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:57:20 -0000

Initial projections suggest strong backing for bid to widen rights of same-sex couples.

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Two Senators on their fight against military sexual assault

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:56:21 -0000

Playbook’s Rachael Bade talks with Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni Ernst about their bipartisan effort to overhaul the way the military handles sexual assault.

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Pfizer CEO: We can do both booster shots and primary vaccines

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:55:12 -0000

The Biden administration last week announced that a third dose of the Pfizer-BioNtech vaccine will be available to parts of the population.

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The state of military sexual assault legislation

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:54:34 -0000

POLITICO’s Rachael Bade explains where Congress is on passing an overhaul to military sexual assault policies.

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Abbott says Texas vote audits aren’t all about Trump

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:53:55 -0000

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Sunday defended his state’s decision to reexamine the results of the 2020 presidential election and rejected the idea that he was merely bowing to the wishes of former President Donald Trump.

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The fight to end military sexual assault

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 13:52:34 -0000

POLITICO’s Rachael Bade breaks down why legislation overhauling the way the military handles sexual assault hasn’t passed yet.

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:27:20 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Friday, Sept. 24, 2021.

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Speaker Pelosi plans to reconciliation bill to the floor

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:26:26 -0000

Buckle up. That was the advice from Capitol Hill late Thursday night as news got out that Speaker NANCY PELOSI privately told her committee chairs that she does, in fact, intend to bring the reconciliation bill to the floor next week, reports Heather Caygle.

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Audit finds Biden's vote total in Maricopa County larger than initial count

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:25:27 -0000

The Arizona Republic scooped the results of the Maricopa County “audit” paid for by “Stop the Steal” and Donald Trump allies: It found that Trump lost the key county by a wider margin than the official election results. To put a finer point on this: The firm selected by the people promoting the election lie, Cyber Ninjas, did its own count and found that Joe Biden won.

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Grassley will seek reelection, boosting GOP's majority hopes

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:21:33 -0000

Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley, a Republican, said on Friday that he will run for reelection in 2022.

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Washington wakes up to crypto’s influence

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:13:20 -0000

Digital currency is getting unprecedented attention in Washington. This year alone, Congress has introduced some 18 bills on crypto and blockchain. POLITICO economics reporter Victoria Guida and Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri explore the legislative push on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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Congress is tackling crypto. Do lawmakers understand it?

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:11:00 -0000

With investor interest exploding, Congress for the first time is drafting rules to bring in more tax revenue from crypto trading. But do lawmakers actually understand digital currency? POLITICO economics reporter Victoria Guida and Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri take us to the Hill on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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Crypto becomes partisan

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:10:10 -0000

There were partisan fireworks at a Senate Banking Committee hearing last week, in what could spell trouble for the cryptocurrency industry as it tries to build alliances with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. POLITICO economics reporter Victoria Guida and Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri dig into the drama on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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What is a stablecoin?

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:08:00 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO economics reporter Victoria Guida joins Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri to break down so-called stablecoins — a type of cryptocurrency that's different from the others because their value's often pegged to the U.S. dollar.

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Regulating crypto: The $2T Rubik's Cube

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 17:05:18 -0000

Crypto trading! Bitcoin! Dogecoin! Stablecoin! Even if lawmakers don't understand blockchain, Capitol Hill is finally waking up to digital currency — Congress has introduced more than a dozen bills on crypto and blockchain this year alone — as lawmakers on both sides of the aisle go head to head over the best way to regulate the $2 trillion market. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO economics reporter Victoria Guida joins Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri to talk about lobbying around crypto and the time her dog ate her Bitcoin.

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Why the FDA hasn’t made a decision on big vaping companies

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:40:11 -0000

The FDA is ordering millions of vaping products off the market, but hasn’t made a decision yet on industry giants like Juul. POLITICO’s Katherine Foley explains why.

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How regulators are reshaping the vaping industry

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:40:05 -0000

FDA is ordering more than 6 million vaping products off the market — but the agency hasn't made a decision yet on giants like Juul. As POLITICO’s Katherine Foley reports, the move is already on track to completely reshape the industry.

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House sinks effort to pull troops from Syria

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:40:00 -0000

The House on Thursday rebuffed an effort to bar U.S. troops from remaining in Syria unless Congress authorizes a continued military mission there.

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What we know (and don’t) about vaping

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:39:55 -0000

POLITICO’s Katherine Foley breaks down what the science says in light of a recent FDA order on vaping products.

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Biden picks up the tab for Florida school leaders fined by DeSantis

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:39:51 -0000

The U.S. Department of Education on Thursday repaid several Florida school board members who saw their salary slashed by the DeSantis administration for requiring students to wear masks this fall.

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Inside the FDA crackdown on vaping products

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:39:46 -0000

FDA is ordering millions of vaping products off the market. POLITICO’s Katherine Foley reports.

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UNGA Dispatch: Namibia’s First Lady on her refusal to stay silent

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Monica Geingos, the First Lady of Namibia, and Ryan Heath take a break from the chaos of UNGA for a cup of tea. Geingos opens up about how to start honest discussions about AIDS and sex in her home country, and reveals why she broke her silence against her online trolls. Stay tuned to the end for Ryan’s lesson on how to identify who’s the most powerful person in the motorcade.

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CDC panel endorses Pfizer booster shot for elderly, high-risk people

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 11:00:00 -0000

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's vaccine advisory committee has endorsed the use of Pfizer and BioNTech's Covid-19 booster shot for elderly people and those who may be at risk of developing severe disease, a move that could allow broad latitude for people to access additional doses.

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Education Secretary backs mandatory school Covid-19 vaccines

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 10:00:00 -0000

Education Secretary Miguel Cardona on Thursday declared his support for mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations for eligible schoolchildren, saying the FDA’s full approval of jabs for certain adolescents should clear the way for state officials to implement plans to begin vaccinations.

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House passes $1B for Israel's Iron Dome after progressive dustup

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 02:00:00 -0000

The House on Thursday overwhelmingly passed a bill to replenish Israel’s Iron Dome missile defense system, just two days after it was pulled from a government funding package over objections from progressive lawmakers. Moderate Democrats had pushed for a standalone vote on the Iron Dome funding, which totals $1 billion, amid an uproar over leadership’s decision to strip it from a stopgap spending bill aimed at averting a government shutdown at the end of the month.

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U.S. envoy to Haiti resigns over migrant deportations

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 02:00:00 -0000

The U.S. special envoy for Haiti resigned on Wednesday, rebuking the Biden administration’s handling of Haitian refugees amassed along the U.S.-Mexico border.

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UNGA Dispatch: Covid precautions and fears dominate Day One

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 01:00:00 -0000

Host Ryan Heath runs all over New York, capturing the madness of UNGA’s kickoff, accompanied by his sidekick, producer Olivia Reingold. Hear from Ryan’s go-to “U.N. whisperer,” Richard Gowan of the Crisis Group.

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California becomes first state to target Amazon production quotas

Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0000

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Wednesday making California the nation's first state to impose restrictions on online delivery giants like Amazon to ensure that warehouse workers get required rest and bathroom breaks despite production quotas.

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FDA authorizes Pfizer-BioNTech booster shot for elderly, people at high risk of severe Covid-19

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 23:00:00 -0000

The Food and Drug Administration authorized a booster dose Wednesday of Pfizer and BioNTech's Covid-19 vaccine for people 65 and older and for certain high-risk adult populations.

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Biden to tap Wall Street critic Omarova as top bank cop

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 22:32:06 -0000

President Joe Biden is poised to nominate Cornell Law School Professor Saule Omarova to a top job overseeing the nation’s banks, according to a person familiar with the matter, handing a win to advocates for stricter financial rules. As comptroller of the currency, Omarova would be responsible for policing the activities of the U.S.'s largest banks as the head of a key financial regulator. She would also set rules affecting the operations of upstart financial technology companies and cryptocurrency firms.

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EPA contemplates cutting biofuels blending requirements

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:45:24 -0000

Documents obtained by POLITICO show that the administration is considering cutting the blending requirements of biofuels into the fuel mix. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider reports the move could be a big win for oil refiners.

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The implications of China's coal pledge

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:44:54 -0000

On Tuesday, China made an ambitious, yet ambiguous promise to stop building foreign coal infrastructure. If the promise holds true, POLITICO's Zack Colman says it could reshape how many developing countries envision their energy landscape.

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A promise to stop foreign coal investments. At home? A different story

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:44:19 -0000

Three of Asia's richest countries are pledging an end to foreign coal development. But POLITICO's Zack Colman reports these promises don't necessarily mean they're doing the same at home.

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China's ambitious and ambiguous coal pledge

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 19:43:44 -0000

On Tuesday, the Chinese president announced a big shift in the country's international plans with coal. But POLITICO's Zack Colman reports details on this plan are still murky.

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UNGA Dispatch 2: Estonia speaks up

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:59:32 -0000

“You don’t have to be big to make a difference.” While sprinting between leaders on Day 2 at the U.N, General Assembly, Ryan Heath sits down 1-on-1 with Estonia’s president, Kersti Kaljulaid.

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UNGA Dispatch: Colombian President Iván Duque on protests, vaccines & Bezos

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:57:24 -0000

Ryan Heath sits down with Colombia’s leader Iván Duque.

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UNGA Dispatch: Hungary speaks up

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:55:22 -0000

“You don’t have to be big to make a difference.” While sprinting between leaders on Day 2 at the U.N, General Assembly, Ryan Heath sits down 1-on-1 with Hungary’s foreign minister, Péter Szijjártó.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:51:50 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Sept. 23, 2021.

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Inside the room of Biden’s talks with Dems

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:50:38 -0000

Here’s the most important development that came from President Joe Biden's five hours of meetings with 23 legislators in the Oval Office on Wednesday, according to a senior White House official: “Moderates agreed that they need to coalesce around an offer to the liberals.” It might not sound like much. But given how dug in both sides have been, the White House views the commitment from the Manch-ema wing as “a real breakthrough.”

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Why Becerra is staying away from Covid

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:40:45 -0000

The top health official isn’t playing a big role in Covid decision-making. POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn reports on why.

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Who’s really in charge of the federal Covid response?

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:40:40 -0000

As POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn reports, it’s not the head of the health department.

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Biden commits to communication with France after submarine spat

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:40:34 -0000

The American president and his French counterpart “agreed that the situation would have benefitted from open consultations.”

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Where is Xavier Becerra?

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:40:28 -0000

The HHS Secretary is staying out of the spotlight and away from major Covid decisions. POLITICO’s Adam Canryn reports.

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Fed signals plan to pull back economic support even as virus looms

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:40:21 -0000

The central bank said it's making progress toward its goals of averaging 2 percent inflation over time and reaching maximum employment.

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Becerra in the back seat

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 16:40:16 -0000

He's the nation's top health official. But he's rarely the one giving orders. POLITICO's Adam Cancryn reports.

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Two former Obama Cabinet members named to Science and Technology Council

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 01:00:00 -0000

Penny Pritzker and Ashton Carter, two former Obama Cabinet members, were named to the President’s Council of Advisors on Science and Technology, the White House announced Wednesday.

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Bipartisan police reform talks crumble

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 23:00:00 -0000

The bipartisan police reform talks have officially collapsed. The end to the discussions comes after Sens. Cory Booker (D-N.J.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) and Rep. Karen Bass (D-Calif.) spent months trying to reach an agreement with little progress.

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The Dems' stopgap funding bill

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:04:31 -0000

Yesterday, House Democrats voted on a stopgap bill that would fund the government through December. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider has details on this bill and whether it could pass.

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What the Climate Corps could do

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:03:15 -0000

A Civilian Climate Corps could help restore critical natural landscapes, but it could also help develop critical climate infrastructure. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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How the Climate Corps would differ from the CCC

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:01:43 -0000

The Civilian Conservation Corps was responsible for massive infrastructure and conservation developments that are still standing with us, but the program also had massive structural flaws. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains how Democrats are hoping to make a new CCC better.

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The Democrats' CCC

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 22:00:43 -0000

Democrats are taking inspiration from the New Deal to start a Climate corps that would help fight climate change. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains what this climate corps would look like.

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China's Xi pledges to end funding for overseas coal power plants

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 21:28:33 -0000

China had been the subject of a pressure campaign by the United States and other G-7 nations to halt its overseas support of coal power plants.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:13:26 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Sept. 22, 2021.

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Shutdown showdown heats up

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:12:27 -0000

The House advanced a stopgap funding bill in a 220-211 vote Tuesday evening. But the “party-line outcome foreshadowed its doomed prospects in the Senate, where Republicans have pledged to oppose it, threatening to leave Congress with little time to resolve a set of disputes that could destabilize global markets,” WaPo’s Tony Romm writes.

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Pelosi’s toughest whip campaign commences

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:11:37 -0000

Can the house get to 218 on BIF? That’s the big question on Capitol Hill after Speaker Nancy Pelosi made clear Tuesday her team would not delay a Monday vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill, aka BIF. Here’s what we’re watching as Pelosi’s whipping operation gets underway for what promises to be a close vote.

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Voters blame Democrats over Republicans if U.S. defaults

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:10:02 -0000

The latest weekly POLITICO/Morning Consult poll is out this morning and finds that more voters would blame Democrats than Republicans if the U.S. were to default on its debt.

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Trump sues niece, NYT over 2018 tax records investigation

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:07:23 -0000

Former President Donald Trump is suing The New York Times, three of its journalists and his niece, Mary Trump — alleging she violated the terms of a 2001 family settlement agreement by turning over some of his tax records to the newspaper for a 2018 article and by publishing a 2020 tell-all book that contained other confidential information.

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Biden announces 'partnership' with EU on global vaccine distribution effort

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 20:04:03 -0000

President Joe Biden announced Wednesday the formation of a partnership between the United States and European Union to further the global Covid-19 vaccination effort.

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The political ramifications of Biden’s migration policy

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:53:18 -0000

POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez explains what the situation could mean for Biden and his allies in upcoming elections.

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DOJ, states sue over American-JetBlue alliance

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:53:12 -0000

The Justice Department and six states plus Washington, D.C. sued Tuesday to block a joint venture between American Airlines and JetBlue, following meetings between the airlines and antitrust prosecutors earlier this month.

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What’s behind the influx of migrants at the border

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:53:07 -0000

POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez looks at why the Southern Border is seeing so many asylum seekers.

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Schiff: Jan. 6 investigation going 'straight to subpoenas' in some cases

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:53:01 -0000

It's a sharp break from previous practices in recent House investigations, including the impeachment of Donald Trump that Schiff led in 2019.

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The reality at the border

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:52:51 -0000

POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez breaks down why the Democrats and Republicans are upset about the situation at the Southern Border.

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Biden says U.S. will quadruple climate aid to poor countries

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 21:05:50 -0000

President Joe Biden said Tuesday that the United States would provide more than $11 billion of climate aid annually by 2024 to assist poorer countries vulnerable to extreme weather and rising temperatures.

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Treasury unleashes cryptocurrency sanctions to fight ransomware

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:21:35 -0000

The Treasury Department on Tuesday announced a crackdown on the use of digital currencies in ransomware attacks and other financial crimes, including its first-ever sanctions against a crypto exchange. Treasury said about 40 percent of the transactions at the sanctioned cryptocurrency exchange operating in Russia — Suex — involved illicit activities. The new sanctions will block all trades involving Suex and U.S. entities. The department also plans to identify other exchanges tied to illegal schemes.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:18:45 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Sept. 21, 2021.

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President Biden heads to the U.N.

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:17:34 -0000

Biden interrupts his mission to rescue his agenda in Congress with a mission to rescue his agenda with world leaders. He’ll speak at 10 a.m. eastern before the U.N. General Assembly to an audience far more skeptical about his insistence that “America is back” than they were in the afterglow of Trump’s loss, which was (mostly) celebrated around the world.

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Dems fear Biden's domestic agenda could implode

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:16:39 -0000

Internal Democratic discord has wounded President Joe Biden’s massive social spending plan, raising the prospect that the package could stall out, shrink dramatically — or even -- fail altogether. Moderate Senate Democrats Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema continue to be a major headache for party leadership’s $3.5 trillion target. The Senate parliamentarian just nixed the party’s years-long push to enact broad immigration reform. House members may tank the prescription drugs overhaul the party has run on for years. And a fight continues to brew over Sen. Bernie Sanders’ push to expand Medicare.

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Trudeau returns to power with minority grip on Parliament

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 18:05:27 -0000

Justin Trudeau will hang onto his job as Canada’s prime minister in an election victory Monday that fell short of his main objective: tightening his hold on power.

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Biden's short-term heat protections plan

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:05:57 -0000

Writing federal policy to protect American workers from dangerous temperatures is going to take months. But POLITICO's Zack Colman reports the Biden administration has a plan to immediately look after workers.

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The internal debate over CO2 pipelines

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:05:48 -0000

The bipartisan infrastructure bill includes billions of dollars to develop pipelines to transport carbon dioxide, a key part in a carbon capture and sequestration plan. But not all Dems are on board with this idea. POLITICO's Annie Snider has more.

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Can California's heat protections help inform a federal guideline?

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:05:40 -0000

California workers are some of the few to have heat protections in their workplace. And while the state's protections can give OSHA a starting point, POLITICO's Zack Colman says a federal heat protection should be cautious o the state's policy flaws.

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Can OSHA enforce heat stress protections?

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:05:31 -0000

President Biden wants his administration to provide federal protections to workers all around the country from heat stress. But it's unclear whether the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would have the muscle to ensure employers follow the law. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains.

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Why heat stress protections are overdue

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 16:05:22 -0000

Every year, the risk of heat stress increases for millions of American workers. Today, POLITICO's Zack. Colman explains why federal action is so urgent.

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Why Germany’s election matters

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:59:45 -0000

POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent Matt Karnitschnig explains what you should be watching Germany’s national election this weekend.

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Angela Merkel’s legacy

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:59:39 -0000

POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent Matt Karnitschnig looks back at Chancellor Angela Merkel’s 16 years in office.

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Manufacturers urge Biden to drop vaccine IP waiver push

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:59:34 -0000

U.S. manufacturing companies are pressing the Biden administration to abandon World Trade Organization talks on waiving intellectual property protections for Covid vaccines as a means to speed up the availability of the life-saving medicines.

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A political shift in Germany

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:59:26 -0000

POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent Matt Karnitschnig breaks down what this weekend’s election could mean for the country.

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Johnson & Johnson says booster shot provides strong protection against Covid-19

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:59:20 -0000

The booster data has not yet been peer-reviewed or published in a scientific journal.

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The unlikely story of Germany’s election

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:59:14 -0000

Earlier this year, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservative party was poised to hold onto power even after its leader stepped down. But now, the uncharismatic head of the rival Social Democrats is on track to win an upcoming national election. POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent Matt Karnitschnig reports.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:29:32 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Monday, Sept. 20, 2021.

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Scoop: Sinema issues ultimatum to Biden

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:28:32 -0000

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema delivered a tough message to President Joe Biden at a private meeting Wednesday, we’re told: If the House delays its scheduled Sept. 27 vote on the bipartisan infrastructure plan — or if the vote fails — she won’t be backing a reconciliation bill.Sinema is not the only moderate taking this stand. Rep. Kurt Schrader — one of approximately 10 moderate Democratic House members playing hardball with leadership — said he and several members of their group are on the same page. Some of the lawmakers have conveyed that message up the chain to leadership and the White House. A senior Democratic aide confirmed the warnings.“If they delay the vote — or it goes down — then I think you can kiss reconciliation goodbye,” Schrader told Playbook. “Reconciliation would be dead.”

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Biden admin buys $647M of rapid Covid-19

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:27:20 -0000

The Biden administration is buying at least 60 million over-the-counter Covid-19 test kits from four diagnostic manufacturers for $647 million, according to contract details released by the Department of Defense.

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Dems rope debt to government funding, lassoing GOP into clash

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:15:14 -0000

Congressional Democrats are proposing lifting the debt ceiling through the 2022 midterm elections as part of their plans to fund the government into December, leaders said on Monday afternoon. But that measure, which is set for a House vote this week, faces an uncertain future as Senate Republicans remain unwilling to help Democrats neutralize the looming crisis over the nation’s debt limit when their party controls Congress and the White House.

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‘Devastating’: Florida Republicans worried about 2022 as they crafted election law

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:12:06 -0000

Florida Republicans this spring insisted a contentious new election law curtailing access to ballot boxes was needed to prevent electoral fraud. It was not, they said, an attempt to gain a partisan advantage. But a raft of internal emails and text messages obtained by POLITICO show the law was drafted with the help of the Republican Party of Florida’s top lawyer — and that a crackdown on mail-in ballot requests was seen as a way for the GOP to erase the edge that Democrats had in mail-in voting during the 2020 election. The messages undercut the consistent argument made by Republicans that the new law was about preventing future electoral fraud.

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Supreme Court sets Dec. 1 for arguments in challenge to Roe v. Wade

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:55:50 -0000

The Supreme Court on Monday set Dec. 1 arguments on Mississippi’s ban on abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy — a direct challenge to Roe v. Wade.

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CDC recommends waiting period for Afghan flights to U.S. after measles cases

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:55:43 -0000

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending the Biden administration halt flights of Afghan evacuees from military bases overseas to the U.S. for at least 21 days following a measles vaccination, according to two people with direct knowledge of the matter.

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A clash of two political titans on healthcare

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:36:18 -0000

As Democrats' massive reconciliation bill makes its way through the machine, one item is getting all the attention right now: health care. It’s a fight that basically boils down to Nancy Pelosi versus … everyone else — with the legacies of Pelosi, Sanders and Biden at stake. Playbook co-author Rachael Bade and POLITICO's Alice Miranda Ollstein take us to Capitol Hill, where the knives are coming out: leaders fighting behind closed doors about policies they've agreed on for years — or thought they did — and plenty on the line: $3.5 trillion, the future of the Affordable Care Act and dueling visions for the Democratic Party.

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The healthcare pressure on President Biden

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:35:30 -0000

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Congress's health care fight and 2022

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 21:34:44 -0000

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Biden's green agenda v. Alaska's mining

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:19:23 -0000

A transition to electrification is increasing America's demand for minerals that could be mined in places like Alaska's Brooks range. But, should the administration allow development in protected areas for this purpose? Adam Federman reports on a controversial road in the middle of this dilemma.

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Biden's mining dilemma

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:19:15 -0000

The Biden administration is mulling whether to allow mining projects and the construction of a huge road in a remote part of Alaska. Today, Adam Federman explains the controversies around this road, and why the administration may make an exception on its land conservation pledge.

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BLM comes back to DC

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:19:07 -0000

On Friday, the Interior Department announced the top leadership of the Bureau of Land Management would return to the nation's capital after a short stint in Colorado. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains the reasons behind the department's return to Washington.

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U.S. to lift travel restrictions for fully vaccinated foreigners

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:19:00 -0000

The U.S. will lift travel restrictions for foreign nationals who are fully vaccinated, with the administration targeting early November for foreign travel to resume for the first time in more than a year.

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Biden administration to write workplace safety rule tackling heat stress

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:18:54 -0000

The Biden administration announced Monday that it will begin crafting a standard to protect workers from heat as the federal government wrestles with a growing public health threat exacerbated by climate change.

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Pfizer say Covid-19 shot for kids is safe, provokes strong immune response

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 18:18:44 -0000

Pfizer and BioNTech's coronavirus vaccine is safe and provokes a strong antibody response in 5- to 11-year olds, the companies said Monday, releasing their first results for this age group.

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Why experts want boosters for older Americans

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:16:59 -0000

An FDA advisory committee isn’t broadly recommending booster shots. But they are recommending Pfizer boosters for people over the age of 65. POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner explains why.

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Macron, Biden to speak in ‘next few days’ amid diplomatic row

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:16:53 -0000

A French government spokesman said the US president asked for the call.

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What we know about boosters

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:16:47 -0000

An FDA advisory committee voted against recommending Pfizer booster shots for most Americans due to a lack of data. POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner breaks down what the data we do have shows.

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Mississippi’s governor criticizes Biden’s vaccine mandate

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:16:42 -0000

Gov. Tate Reeves said the federal government is attacking “hardworking Americans.”

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Inside the FDA panel’s booster decision

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 14:16:36 -0000

POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner gives an inside look at the contentious debate among federal health officials over booster shots.

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CDC Study: Moderna vaccine is the best at preventing hospitalization

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:28:55 -0000

However, all of the FDA-approved Covid-19 vaccines work well at protecting against Covid-19 hospitalization, the study showed.

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Pentagon says Aug. 29 drone strike in Afghanistan that left 10 dead was a tragic mistake

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:28:48 -0000

The Pentagon acknowledged on Friday that a U.S. drone strike in Afghanistan on Aug. 29 that officials said was necessary to prevent an attack on American troops was a tragic mistake that killed 10 civilians, including seven children.

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The key players in Congress's healthcare fight

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:17:53 -0000

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The healthcare fight playing out on capitol hill right now

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:16:01 -0000

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The comforting relatability of misbehaving First Dogs in the White House

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 21:14:28 -0000

Andrew Hager, the historian-in-residence at the Presidential Pet Museum, provides biting commentary and a brief history of presidential pets at the White House.

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Waters presses Biden to drop plans to replace housing regulator

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:57:50 -0000

House Financial Services Chair Maxine Waters is urging President Joe Biden to keep the current regulator of mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, creating a potential clash with the White House as it considers naming a replacement.

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Gonzalez, House Republican impeach-backer, won't seek reelection

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:57:44 -0000

Rep. Anthony Gonzalez (R-Ohio), one of the 10 House Republicans who voted to impeach then-President Donald Trump earlier this year, has announced he won’t run for reelection in 2022.

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Hoyer: House will vote to avoid debt default, shutdown next week

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:57:36 -0000

The House will vote next week on a measure to stave off a U.S. debt default, Majority Leader Steny Hoyer said Friday, although it’s unclear if Democrats will pair that with a stopgap funding bill to avoid a government shutdown on Oct. 1.

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:20:37 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Friday, Sept. 17, 2021.

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Where's Jill Biden on free community college?

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:16:50 -0000

President Joe Biden announced in April that Jill Biden, his community college professor wife would lead the administration’s efforts on new education initiatives, including her longtime mission to make two years of community college tuition-free. But with Congress wrestling over what will or won’t make it into their multitrillion-dollar reconciliation package, Hill aides say they’re surprised they haven’t heard from the first lady or her office.

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Haitian immigrants at the border

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 20:07:52 -0000

Arelis Hernandez and Nick Miroff from The Washington Post report overnight that some 10,000 Haitian migrants have congregated under a border bridge in South Texas. The influx, they write, presents quote “the Biden administration with a new border emergency at a time when illegal crossings have reached a 20-year high and Department of Homeland Security officials are straining to accommodate and resettle more than 60,000 Afghan evacuees.” Administration officials are using the controversial Title 42 law to rapidly return or “expel” migrants. But they’re hemmed in by recent court rulings — including a significant one Thursday — as well as Mexico’s refusal to take back Haitians.

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How Biden is approaching anti-abortion laws

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 19:03:19 -0000

The Supreme Court’s recent decision to allow a highly restrictive Texas abortion law to take effect has put the country’s most polarizing social issue once again at the center of American politics. And President Biden? He may soon find that the line he’s walked over four decades of public life — as a Catholic politician who also insists his faith is a private matter — is no longer available to him. POLITICO Magazine senior staff writer Ruby Cramer and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza explore the president's approach on the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast.

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Lessons from a panel discussion of global tech

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:34:12 -0000

POLITICO’s Ryan Heath talked with a panel of leaders and experts about what’s next in the global race to dominate tech.

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Why you should care about the race to dominate tech

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:34:08 -0000

It’s a three-way race between the US, China and the EU — and the final result could reshape our lives. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath reports.

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Biden blocked from expelling migrant families using Title 42

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:34:00 -0000

A federal judge found that the policy doesn’t authorize the expulsion — and, in turn, doesn’t allow for those removed to be denied the opportunity to seek asylum.

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Inside the global tech race

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 15:33:55 -0000

POLITICO’s Ryan Heath reports on the race between the US, the EU and China.

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Biden blocked from expelling migrant families using Title 42

Fri, 17 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0000

A federal judge on Thursday blocked the Biden administration from continuing to use a Trump-era public health order to expel migrant families arriving at the U.S. southern border.

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More kids are hospitalized with Covid in last two weeks than ever before

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 23:00:00 -0000

The American Academy of Pediatrics is reporting that after declining in early summer, “child cases have increased exponentially, with nearly 500,000 cases in the past 2 weeks.”

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Barack Obama endorses Justin Trudeau (again)

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 22:00:00 -0000

Former U.S. President Barack Obama has tweeted his endorsement for Justin Trudeau in the closing days of a tight election campaign.

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Putin says dozens of people in his entourage tested positive for COVID-19

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 21:00:00 -0000

Russian president Vladimir Putin said dozens in his entourage tested positive with COVID-19 on Thursday, as Putin himself self-isolated.

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Biden's evolution on abortion

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 20:22:35 -0000

On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast: Inside President Joe Biden's evolving views on abortion over time. POLITICO Magazine senior staff writer Ruby Cramer and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza dig into the timeline.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:23:19 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Thursday, Sept. 16, 2021.

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Moderates fear Pelosi hanging them out to dry

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:21:56 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi made a deal with about a dozen skeptical House moderates In late-August to win their support on the party’s $3.5 trillion budget. If they backed the fiscal blueprint, Pelosi promised two things: One was to hold a vote on the bipartisan, $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill by Sept. 27, a sweetener for those members eager to campaign on the policy win.

The other promise was less straightforward but no less important: Rather than the House and Senate drafting and voting on separate sweeping reconciliation bills, she agreed to figure out the contours of the social spending package with her Senate counterparts on the front end, ensuring any bill that passes the House would have 51 votes to clear the upper chamber.

The house moderates’ logic for this second demand went like this: Let’s figure out what the Manchins and Sinemas of the Senate are willing to live with, then pass a single agreed-upon bill through both chambers. Don’t make us take tough votes on controversial proposals on taxes, climate change and the like — only to have them stripped out by the Senate and leave us with nothing to show for them come campaign time. Why get hung out to dry on something that won’t even survive the Senate?

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Democratic lawmakers urge Biden to get more directly involved

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:19:40 -0000

Amid a busy fall agenda, Politico’s Burgess Everett and Laura Bahrone-Lopez take a look at how “Democratic lawmakers are urging Biden to get more directly involved” with reconciliation, the debt ceiling, and government funding bills. Senator Dick Durbin had this to say: “There is no comparable political force to a president, and specifically Biden at this moment.

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Biden's approval rating

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 18:18:00 -0000

A look at where President Joe Biden's approval rating stands 239 days into his first term.

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The state of Covid in Florida

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:32:57 -0000

POLITICO’s Gary Fineout breaks down the coronavirus situation in Florida right now.

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Klobuchar confident Congress can pass legislation targeting tech giants

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:32:52 -0000

Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Wednesday insisted that Congress has the bipartisan support to pass legislation aimed at reining in big tech companies.

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DeSantis' transformation on vaccinations

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:32:47 -0000

Earlier this summer, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was a vocal proponent of vaccinations. Now, he's fighting mandates and edging closer to anti-vaxxers. POLITICO's Gary Fineout reports.

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Moderna says data supports a booster vaccine

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:32:42 -0000

Moderna said Wednesday that it is asking FDA to allow its Covid-19 booster shot under emergency-use authorization, rather than full approval — the route chosen by fellow vaccine-makers Pfizer and BioNTech.

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Ron DeSantis’ flirtation with anti-vaxxers

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:32:37 -0000

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis isn't anti-vaccine. But he has started standing beside those who are. POLITICO’s Gary Fineout reports.

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FTC study: Tech giants bought hundreds of start-ups without antitrust review

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:21:42 -0000

The five largest U.S. tech giants bought more than 600 companies over the past decade, more than half of which were startups with 10 or fewer employees, according to an FTC study that sheds new light on the scope of under-the-radar concentration in the industry.

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Judge temporarily halts De Blasio’s vaccine mandate for city school staff

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 21:21:34 -0000

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio ordered all public school employees to get at least one dose of the vaccine by Sept. 27 — but unions sued to challenge the mandate and on Tuesday night a judge ordered the city to hold off on implementing it until a Sept. 22 court hearing.

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Biden to announce joint defense tech deal with U.K. and Australia

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 18:51:54 -0000

President Joe Biden will announce a new working group with Britain and Australia to share advanced technologies in a thinly veiled bid to counter China, a White House official and a Congressional staffer told POLITICO.

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Pfizer to seek U.S. vaccine approval for children between 6 months and 5 years in Nov.

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 18:51:45 -0000

Pfizer and BioNTech expect to apply for approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for their coronavirus vaccine for use in children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years old in November, the company's Chief Financial Officer Frank D'Amelio told an industry conference on Tuesday.

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The chip on Biden's shoulder

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:55:53 -0000

When he ran for president at age 77, on the eve of his election, Joe Biden said he still had “a chip” on his shoulder, “coming from an Irish Catholic neighborhood where it wasn’t viewed as being such a great thing.” Biden's a president who built his life in politics around the idea of faith — not in some vague way, but in a specifically Catholic way. POLITICO Magazine senior staff writer Ruby Cramer and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza explore this idea in the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:51:52 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Sept. 15, 2021.

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Dems split over tax hikes

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:49:21 -0000

If there’s one issue you’d think would unite Democrats, it’s taxing the rich to help the poor and middle class. But a private tug of war is underway over what that looks like in practice: specifically, how much of the $2 trillion in proposed tax hikes the party as a whole can swallow. As the House Ways and Means Committee spends this week marking up its part of the massive reconciliation bill, tax disagreements between moderates and progressives are raging behind the scenes.

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Scoop: Grisham texts cast doubt on book claim

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:46:46 -0000

Stephanie Grisham writes in her upcoming book that she did not believe that the election was stolen and tried to convince Melania Trump there was no grand conspiracy to deny her husband a second term. But a senior Trump aide provided text messages to Playbook suggesting that Grisham was sympathetic to — and in one instance tried to assist — efforts to stop the certification of the election in her home state of Arizona.

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Recall effort fails in California

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 15:44:43 -0000

Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom crushed the recall attempt by a nearly 2-to 1 margin.

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Justice Department announces ban on no-knock entries, chokeholds

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:45:02 -0000

The DOJ announced new restrictions for law enforcement, including bans on carotid restraints and chokeholds except in the case of deadly force.

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Who could replace Powell at the Fed?

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:45:00 -0000

Some Democrats want President Biden to replace Jerome Powell as chair of the Federal Reserve. POLITICO’s Victoria Guida reports on who might replace him.

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Why some Dems want to dump the Fed’s Powell

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:44:57 -0000

A group of progressive lawmakers is calling for President Biden to ditch Jerome Powell and nominate a new Federal Reserve Chair. POLITICO’s Victoria Guida reports.

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Treasury to release more rental aid to avert evictions

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:44:52 -0000

The emergency rental assistance program has been plagued by bottlenecks at the state and local level for months.

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What you need to know about the Fed

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 14:44:47 -0000

POLITICO’s Victoria Guida breaks down what exactly the head of the Federal Reserve does.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 20:11:19 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington on Sept. 14, 2021.

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Will Manchin stymie Dems’ massive climate plan?

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 20:09:47 -0000

When it comes to the reconciliation bill, fights over health care and taxes — which are still unresolved by the way — have been the focus while other major policy areas like climate have received little attention. But that’s about to change.

House committees have now marked up the key pieces of climate policy. And with the Senate’s return this week, all eyes will once again be on Sen. Joe Manchin, who as chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, is responsible for writing the single most important piece of climate legislation. It’s a bill that could determine whether the United States meets an aggressive emissions-reduction target scientists say is needed to avert global catastrophe (no pressure).

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Judgment day in California

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 20:07:44 -0000

After a campaign that saw his poll numbers trace the rough arc of a bow tie — a thick margin at the beginning and a tight squeeze in the middle before another dramatic divergence — Gov. Gavin Newsom is on track to survive today’s recall election if polls hold.

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Judge’s temporary order allows Iowa schools to mandate masks

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 19:52:03 -0000

A federal judge on Monday ordered the state of Iowa to immediately halt enforcement of a law that prevents school boards from ordering masks to be worn to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

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Young people are anxious about climate change

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 19:51:54 -0000

Climate change is taking a toll on the mental health of teenagers and young adults in a way that could be broadly damaging to society and even democratic institutions.

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Another net-zero ally?

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 19:39:27 -0000

The U.S. climate envoy is optimistic that one of the world's top emitters will make a significant climat pledge ahead of the UN's climate summit later this year. POLITICO's Annie Snider has more.

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Should greens trust Phillips at FERC?

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 19:39:18 -0000

Environmental groups have concerns over President Biden's nomination of Willie Phillips for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. But POLITICO's Catherine Morehouse reports that most expect Phillips to be a reliable Democratic vote at the board.

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Environmentalists sour on Biden's FERC pick

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 19:39:00 -0000

Last week, President Biden announced his nominee for the vacant seat at the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Now, green groups are saying Willie Phillips isn't the right pick. POLITICO's Catherine Morehosue has more.

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Inside Biden's 2020 faith campaign

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 16:34:20 -0000

President Joe Biden is very private about his faith. But POLITICO Magazine Ruby Cramer writes about how his 2020 campaign built a big and robust faith program, which helped him make small gains in the right places for the election. Cramer unpacks that program with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza on the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast.

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House Dems are aiming high on clean energy and climate. Will it work?

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 16:00:34 -0000

House Democrats outlined hundreds of billions of dollars in climate and energy initiatives for their portion of the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation package. But, where do President Joe Biden and Senate Democrats stand? POLITICO’s Annie Snider and Anthony Adragna discuss.

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Covid crushed Vegas. No one can agree on how to revive it

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:34:53 -0000

POLITICO’s Megan Cassella breaks down the complex politics of increasing vaccinations in Las Vegas.

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Blinken lays blame on Trump as he defends messy withdrawal from Afghanistan

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:34:49 -0000

“We inherited a deadline. We did not inherit a plan,” the secretary of State said in congressional testimony.

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The economic reality in Las Vegas

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:34:44 -0000

Las Vegas was pummeled by unemployment during the worst of the pandemic. Things are still far from normal. POLITICO’s Megan Cassella reports.

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Homeland Security chief of staff abruptly resigns

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:34:38 -0000

The shake-up comes at a critical and difficult time for the agency.

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Lessons from Las Vegas’ reopening

Tue, 14 Sep 2021 15:34:33 -0000

Las Vegas tried to reopen without widespread vaccination. POLITICO’s Megan Cassella shares the lessons the city learned — and the challenges ahead.

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The clean energy, climate initiatives House Dems are pushing for

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 20:03:03 -0000

House Democrats outlined hundreds of billions of dollars in climate and energy initiatives for their portion of the $3.5 trillion budget reconciliation package, including a national clean electricity program, funding the replacement of lead water pipes and building out the country’s electric vehicle infrastructure. POLITICO’s Annie Snider and Anthony Adragna discuss.

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Biden taps privacy advocate Alvaro Bedoya for FTC

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 20:00:36 -0000

President Joe Biden will nominate privacy advocate Alvaro Bedoya for a seat on the Federal Trade Commission, an agency facing accusations of lax scrutiny of major tech platforms’ anti-competitive behavior and data practices, according to people familiar with the White House's plan.

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:20:30 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021.

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Breaking down competing tax plans

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:19:29 -0000

Late last night, lawmakers, Hill aides and tax lobbyists were sending around a five-page memo outlining House Ways and Means Democrats’ proposed $2.9 trillion in tax increases. The hikes would “amount to the biggest tax increase in decades, and enough to cover most of what even progressive Democrats hope to spend on their coming ‘reconciliation’ package,” our tax team colleague Brian Faler writes.

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Grisham dishes on Melania

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:18:19 -0000

At 1:25 p.m. on Jan. 6, soon after rioters had broken through barricades outside of the Capitol, Melania Trump received a text message from her then-chief of staff, Stephanie Grisham.

“Do you want to tweet that peaceful protests are the right of every American, but there is no place for lawlessness and violence?” Grisham asked the first lady. A minute later, Melania replied with a one-word answer: “No.” At that moment, she was at the White House preparing for a photo shoot of a rug she had selected, according to exclusive excerpts of Grisham’s forthcoming book, “I’ll Take Your Questions Now: What I Saw in The Trump White House,” obtained by POLITICO.

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What a GOP governor would mean for California

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:42:58 -0000

POLITICO’s Kevin Yamamura looks at what GOP leadership could mean for the deep blue state.

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Justice Breyer defends against calls for his retirement

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:42:52 -0000

Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer on Sunday defended himself against progressives’ calls for him to step down while both a Democratic president and Democratic Senate are in power.

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Newsom’s political future

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:35:23 -0000

Polling shows Gov. Gavin Newsom coming out on top in tomorrow’s recall election. But that doesn’t mean his political future will go unscathed. POLITICO’s Kevin Yamamura reports.

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6 Capitol Police officers facing discipline for Jan. 6 actions

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:34:38 -0000

The Capitol Police is in the process of disciplining six officers for misconduct stemming from their behavior on Jan. 6, the department announced Saturday, revealing the results of 37 investigations into allegations that some officers acted improperly as the pro-Trump mob stormed Congress.

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Newsom’s judgement day

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 14:33:49 -0000

Californians will decide Gov. Gavin Newsom’s fate in a recall election tomorrow. Polls show him staying in office. But as POLITICO’s Kevin Yamamura reports, everything comes down to turnout.

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What it means to be the second Catholic president

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 18:38:04 -0000

Joe Biden is the only country’s second Catholic president after John F. Kennedy — and, as a rule dating back to the election, the reporters who follow Biden go pretty much everywhere with him … except two places: inside his home and inside his church. On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, POLITICO Magazine senior staff writer Ruby Cramer and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza take us to Biden's church and explore what it means to be the nation's second Catholic commander in chief — as abortion continues to be the preeminent issue in the Catholic Church.

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The war in Iraq and the post-9/11 world

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:39:39 -0000

POLITICO’s Daniel Lippman explains what he learned about America’s decision to invade Iraq from conversations with more than a dozen of the architects of the 9/11 response.

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FDA says more than 5 million electronic cigarettes must be taken off the market

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:38:22 -0000

The agency has deferred its decision on the largest vaping companies, including Juul.

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Looking back at the invasion of Afghanistan

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:36:43 -0000

POLITICO’s Daniel Lippman explains how former U.S. officials are looking back on the decision to invade Afghanistan in the aftermath of 9/11.

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DOJ sues Texas over abortion law

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:35:52 -0000

The Biden administration on Thursday sued the state of Texas over its highly restrictive abortion law that the Supreme Court allowed to take effect last week.

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The 9/11 response reconsidered

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:35:05 -0000

After 20 years to think it over, many of the architects of the post-9/11 world would have done some things differently. POLITICO’s Daniel Lippman explains what he learned from conversations with the officials behind America’s response.

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Biden's abortion clash with the Catholic Church

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:34:57 -0000

What does it mean to be the nation’s second Catholic president? Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza talks with senior staff writer Ruby Cramer about how Joe Biden balances a very public role with the “private matter” of his faith at a time of deep division over abortion, and among the bishops in his own church.

Read Ruby’s piece in Politico Magazine here: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2021/09/05/joe-biden-catholic-church-509396

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:14:20 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Friday, Sept. 10, 2021.

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Sinking staff morale on the Hill

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:14:10 -0000

Katharine Tully-McManus, who writes POLITICO’s congressional newsletter Huddle, shines a light today on the toll that the double whammy of the pandemic and the Jan. 6 riot has taken on Hill staffers in both parties. “Lawmakers have attempted to reverse the brain drain caused by top aides leaving, raising an existing salary cap on staff, proposing increases to office budgets and examining benefits. But it's not clear whether the promise of future pay bumps can counteract the strain of working long hours in an environment where they’ve experienced an insurrection, a five-hour standoff over a bomb threat and a vehicle attack in less than a year,” Tully-McManus writes.

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Joe Biden’s Covid 180

Fri, 10 Sep 2021 14:11:24 -0000

On Thursday, Biden was unsparing about the burdens that the unvaccinated have thrust onto the rest of us: thousands more dead, overflowing hospitals, a rebounding economy showing signs of retreat.Pandemic politics, as Biden called it, are not simple. But eight months into the crisis, any new set of rules offered by the president raises an obvious question: Why didn’t he do this already?

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Climate’s physical risks could pose a $250B-a-year threat to banks

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 20:00:00 -0000

The physical effects of climate change — think flooded buildings, disrupted supply chains and the loss of human lives — could pose a $250 billion-a-year risk to the largest U.S. banks. POLITICO’s Annie Snider explains.

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How climate will impact Canada’s upcoming election

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 19:30:00 -0000

The summer of 2021 is changing the way Canadians think about climate change, but both main parties are struggling to define their messages — and uphold Canada's international commitments. POLITICO’s Annie Snider and Zi-Ann Lum discuss.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:37:09 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021.

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Sen. Manchin's next mission: Voting rights

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:26:19 -0000

Senate Majority Leader CHUCK SCHUMER has promised to bring up long-stalled voting rights legislation when the Senate returns. The latest iteration is a bill that a small working group of Senate Democrats meeting throughout the summer has put together in an effort to attract all 50 members of the party’s caucus.

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The Democrats’ trillion-dollar question

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:24:38 -0000

They started off with a jaw-dropping $6 trillion price tag, then lowered it to $3.5 trillion. Now, there’s reporting suggesting Sen. Joe Manchin wants the total for Democrats’ reconciliation plan to drop as low as $1 trillion or $1.5 trillion (though some people close to him say his comfort zone is probably closer to $2 trillion).So what exactly will Democrats’ topline number be?

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Could pandemic programs provide a path to ending hunger?

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:19:26 -0000

Covid wrecked the economy and sent unemployment skyrocketing. But poverty went down, and the percentage of households facing food insecurity remained stagnant. POLITICO's Helena Bottemiller Evich explains how ambitious spending plans gave some Americans a lifeline.

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Obama stars in Newsom ads in recall's final week

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:19:21 -0000

Former President Barack Obama is appearing in a statewide ad urging Californians to reject the recall of Gov. Gavin Newsom in the final days of the campaign.

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The historic nature of our pandemic response

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:19:17 -0000

The government spending is unprecedented. POLITICO’s Helena Bottemiller Evich reports.

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Florida judge blocks DeSantis attempt to halt mask mandate ruling

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:19:12 -0000

Florida school districts are free to implement mask mandates for students as of Wednesday after a judge struck down the DeSantis administration’s attempt to halt a recent ruling on face coverings.

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Covid, hunger and a surprising statistic

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:19:07 -0000

As Covid destroyed the economy, the percentage of American households facing food insecurity remained stagnant — likely due to unprecedented government spending. POLITICO’s Helena Bottemiller Evich reports.

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Billionaires in space: Innovation or recreation?

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:23:16 -0000

POLITICO's Bryan Bender looks into how revolutionary Jeff Bezos' and Richard Branson's recent forays into space really were.

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Is Washington ready for commercial space travel?

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:23:05 -0000

Billionaires are plowing forward. Can Washington keep up? POLITICO's Bryan Bender reports.

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What's next for commercial space travel

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 18:18:14 -0000

POLITICO's Bryan Bender breaks down the significance of recent commercial expeditions and looks at what's to come.

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Biden's Senate bias rankles the House

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:32:55 -0000

On Tuesday, Rep. Richard Neal (D-Mass.), the chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, released a major batch of legislation that he wants stuffed in the Dems’ $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill, including proposals on family and medical leave, retirement, child care, trade, elder care, nursing and an expansion of Medicare to include dental, hearing and vision coverage. Progressives cheered.But in no time, a source close to the negotiations reached out to us to dampen the celebration on the left: “Neither the White House or Senate Dems approved the Ways & Means package released today. Negotiations are ongoing.”It is the latest example of a frequent complaint from House staffers: that Biden and his White House have a Senate bias.

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A scoop on the Trump revenge front

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:31:16 -0000

Marc Caputo and Alex Isenstadt report that Donald Trump is set to endorse Wyoming attorney Harriet Hageman in her expected primary against GOP Rep. Liz Cheney, the former president’s top target in his attempt to purge the Republican party of his fiercest critics. Caputo and Isenstadt call it “the most important political endorsement yet in Trump’s post-presidency,” while noting that not too long ago Hageman was a staunch supporter of Cheney. As of Tuesday night, Hageman “still had a photo of the two of them together on [her] website.”

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 15:29:15 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021.

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How Presidential pets became such an iconic part of the office

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0000

Andrew Hager, the historian-in-residence at the Presidential Pet Museum, provides biting commentary and a brief history of presidential pets at the White House.

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Some of the best stories of Presidential "first dogs"

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 20:56:03 -0000

Andrew Hager, the historian-in-residence at the Presidential Pet Museum, provides biting commentary on Nixon's dog Checkers and the Kennedy's dog Pushinka — and gives a brief history of presidential pets at the White House.

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The weirdest stories about Presidential Pets

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 20:55:02 -0000

Andrew Hager, the historian-in-residence at the Presidential Pet Museum, provides biting commentary and a brief history of presidential pets at the White House.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:28:44 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021.

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Policy-Palooza: Universal paid leave

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:27:11 -0000

Ivanka Trump clinched a version of it for federal workers. Democrats have been pining for it for years. Now, it looks like Congress is ready to make universal paid leave a reality as part of their reconciliation package.

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Biden’s ‘cradle to grave’ agenda

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 15:24:37 -0000

One challenge in covering the Dems’ $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill is conveying the sheer enormity of it. Nobody really even knows what to call it. Is it a jobs package? A human infrastructure bill? A climate bill? Social welfare legislation? Yes. Because Dems aim to pass into law every major domestic priority on which they can find agreement, it is all of those things and more.The NYT’s Jonathan Weisman today has one of the better distillations of the breadth of this legislation by looking at its “cradle to grave” qualities and how they would affect the relationship between Americans and the federal government.

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Governors want climate to stay in the infrastructure bill

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 20:00:00 -0000

Ten governors are asking Congress to keep the infrastructure and reconciliation bills as ambitious on climate as possible. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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California's water crisis

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 20:00:00 -0000

California's megadrought and historic wildfires are pushing state and federal officials to consider extreme measures they haven't taken before. POLITICO's Annie Snider and Debra Kahn have more.

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The policy fight brewing on the Right

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 20:00:00 -0000

On this week’s PLAYBOOK DEEP DIVE, Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and Free Beacon’s editor-in-chief Eliana Johnson talk about the conservative fight to define the future of capitalism.

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The major players reshaping conservative economy policy

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 19:15:00 -0000

On this week’s PLAYBOOK DEEP DIVE, Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and Free Beacon’s editor-in-chief Eliana Johnson discuss the major players reshaping conservative economic policy.

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The policy fight on the Right

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 19:00:00 -0000

On this week’s PLAYBOOK DEEP DIVE, Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and Free Beacon’s editor-in-chief Eliana Johnson discuss an emerging tension between “common good capitalists” and populists on the right.

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State: Most SIV applicants stayed in Afghanistan

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The State Department says the US couldn't evacuate most of the people who applied for a special visa in Afghanistan. Today, POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains why.

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The electric rush for European automakers

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0000

The EU is one of the world leaders on climate policies and the transition to net-zero emissions. Now, its car companies are racing to catch up. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains.

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The President's schedule for Friday, Sept. 3

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:05:06 -0000

POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has the rundown on president Joe Biden's calendar for Sept. 3

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A Bernie vs. Pelosi standoff on reconciliation

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:03:38 -0000

As Democrats prepare to write down their $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill, the House speaker and the top progressive in the Senate are arguing over how the money meant for health care should be used. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains the disagreement.

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The Texas abortion law survives. Now what?

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:03:06 -0000

Now that the Supreme Court refused to immediately overthrow a law drastically restricting abortions in Texas, groups on the left and the right are trying to figure what this law and the SCOTUS' ruling could mean for them. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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Business groups warn against rushing a border tax

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Democrats in the White House and the Senate want to implement a tariff on goods that come from countries with poor climate policies. But the Chamber of Commerce is warning that such a policy needs thorough consideration. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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Where 2024 GOP hopefuls land on economy policy

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

On this week’s PLAYBOOK DEEP DIVE, Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and Free Beacon’s editor-in-chief Eliana Johnson discuss where 2024 GOP hopefuls fall on economic policy.

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The end of unemployment benefits

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 21:15:25 -0000

Starting Saturday, millions of Americans are set to lose exceptional unemployment benefits meant to expand the safety net as the economy suffers from the coronavirus pandemic. Today, POLITICO's Carlos Prieto discusses why this aid is going to end.

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Another sign that the economy is healing

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 21:11:24 -0000

On Thursday, the Labor Department's jobless claims report showed another sign that the US economy is recovering from the coronavirus pandemic. Today, POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains what the report showed.

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Biden blasts Supreme Court's ruling allowing Texas abortion ban

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 18:28:13 -0000

President Biden on Thursday said he is directing his administration to look into ways to protect abortion access for women in Texas after the Supreme Court refused to block the state's law that bans almost all abortions.

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De Blasio gauging support for gubernatorial bid

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 18:14:59 -0000

Bill de Blasio, a career politician and operative, was facing the prospect of life outside public office for the first time in two decades. Now, he might be running for governor of New York.

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Environmentalists sour on hydrogen

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Both parties agree that the growth of hydrogen as an energy source will help the US reach its emissions targets, but environmentalists fear it will distract from cleaner energies. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains.

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Multiple deaths as Hurricane Ida’s remnants hit Northeast

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 16:49:59 -0000

At least eight deaths were reported in New York City and New Jersey as relentless rain from the remnants of Hurricane Ida sent the New York City area into a state of emergency early Thursday and the storm carried into New England with threats of more tornadoes.

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Introducing: Global Insider

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:51:48 -0000

On a new POLITICO podcast “Global Insider”, Senior EU Correspondent Ryan Heath takes you up close and personal with the world’s most powerful people, bridging the divide between the two camps sculpting the future: the leaders who make policy and the innovators who shape global debate. Here’s a trailer for the show.

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Keeping streaming honest

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0000

The UK is considering creating a rule to keep streaming companies free of misinformation. Today, POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains what British lawmakers have in mind.

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The war is over in Afghanistan. Now what?

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 13:00:00 -0000

After 20 years the longest war in U.S. history has come to an end. POLITICO’s Ryan Lizza talks with Pentagon reporter Lara Seligman about what’s next.

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White House announces plan to tackle housing shortage

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0000

The White House announced plans Wednesday to make available nearly 100,000 affordable homes over the next three years, in an effort to tackle a housing supply shortage that has contributed to skyrocketing home prices.

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DOI restarts oil lease sales

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 19:56:48 -0000

Earlier this year, the Interior Department announced a pause on all oil lease sales in federal land. Now, a court is forcing them to resume the process. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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What's in Texas' abortion law?

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 19:53:08 -0000

As of today, the widest restriction on abortions since Roe v. Wade is the ruling law in Texas. Carlos Prieto explains what's in it.

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Struggling to solve California's water crisis

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 18:26:55 -0000

California's water management has been a permanent challenge long before the state had to fight massive wildfires. Now, with intense wildfire seasons, the state and federal government are scrambling to agree on a solution. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino, Debra Kahn, and Annie Snider explain.

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:15:36 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Sep. 1, 2021.

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Policy-Palooza, Part 1: Prescription Drug Prices

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:14:35 -0000

Two weeks from today, congressional committees are scheduled to complete assembling the myriad pieces of Build Back Better into a single bill — resulting in possibly the largest package of new legislation in American history. Today we start Playbook’s series of deep dives into the major policies of the reconciliation bill by digging into the Dems’ proposals to lower prescription drug costs. Democrats love talking about lowering drug prices. And while everyone may agree that prices are too high, Biden’s problem is that not all Democrats agree on how to lower them.

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Biden vs. the Blob

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:13:11 -0000

President Joe Biden ended August on Tuesday with a combative speech in which he stubbornly defended his decision-making on Afghanistan, which has become by far the most controversial turn of his short presidency. He criticized Afghan national security forces for melting away in the face of the Taliban. He insisted that Americans in Afghanistan had “multiple warnings and offers to help them leave.” “Biden is fighting The Blob,” noted our colleague Alex Ward. “That seems to be the messaging here, both in and out of DC.”

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Fewer Americans went uninsured during the pandemic last year, CDC says

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 20:03:44 -0000

The population of uninsured Americans declined by about 1.6 million last year as Medicaid and other public health programs helped offset declines in employer-sponsored insurance stemming from the pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported on Tuesday.

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70 percent of adults in the European Union have been fully vaccinated

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 20:03:38 -0000

The New York Times is reporting that around 70 percent of adults in the European Union have been fully vaccinated against the coronavirus, E.U. officials said on Tuesday.

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Hurricane Ida's aftermath

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 17:46:13 -0000

Millions in Louisiana and Mississippi are still reeling from the damages caused by Hurricane Ida earlier this week. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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Sec. Kerry's Asia climate tour

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 17:46:07 -0000

The US climate envoy is in Japan and Asia to continue the Biden administration's diplomatic agenda on climate change. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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The HHS' climate office

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 17:46:04 -0000

The Department of Health and Human Services is looking at climate change as a health risk. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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A new Trump rule tossed by the courts

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 17:45:50 -0000

On Monday, a federal court in Arizona tossed out the Navigable Waters Protection rule, the Trump administration's effort to define the scope of the Clean Water Act. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto explains the challenge for the Biden administration to come up with a definition that will make it through the courts.

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Harris uses convening power to expand her political network

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:42:23 -0000

Vice President Kamala Harris is building relationships with a wide array of Democratic allies, which she could leverage in the administration — and a future presidential campaign. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and POLITICO Magazine's Jesús A. Rodríguez examine how the Veep is using her convening power to expand her political network.

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Harris vs. Buttigieg

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:41:57 -0000

Is there a rivalry going on between Kamala Harris and Pete Buttigieg? On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and POLITICO Magazine's Jesús A. Rodríguez probe how the specific issues the vice president and Transportation secretary have been tasked with create a split screen within the administration.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:39:44 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2021.

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McConnell's worst nightmare?

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:38:49 -0000

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has been eager to turn the page on Donald Trump since Jan. 6. But a series of GOP retirements has the Kentucky Republican facing the possibility of a much Trumpier Senate GOP Conference.

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Biden looks to pivot after month from hell

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:37:52 -0000

It’s been a month from hell for Joe Biden. From the bungled Afghanistan pullout mission that led to American casualties, to the spike in Covid-19 hospitalizations — and an accompanying hit to his poll numbers — September can’t come soon enough for the president. After the last soldier boarded a C-17 to depart Afghanistan on Monday, the White House and Democrats are looking for a reset, our colleagues Natasha Korecki, Chris Cadelago and Laura Barrón-López report. The trio write today that Biden and the Democrats are “racing to put the conflict’s tumultuous exit behind them … plotting a way forward that hinges tactically on Biden’s handling of the Covid-19 pandemic and passage of his sweeping economic agenda on Capitol Hill.

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Evictions to hit 750,000 households, Goldman says

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:40:52 -0000

About 750,000 renter households will likely lose their homes this year after the Supreme Court blocked the federal eviction moratorium, according to Goldman Sachs economists.

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Education Department to probe 5 states with school mask bans

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:40:27 -0000

Federal education authorities launched five investigations into statewide school mask bans on Monday, ratcheting up the Biden administration's feud with Republican governors as Covid-19 infections disrupt the fall back-to-school season in some communities.

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Closing ANWR for oil (again)

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:30:48 -0000

Progressives want to undo one of the oil industry's biggest legislative scores from the Trump administration by closing down the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge once more. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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Another stop for oil at ANWR

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 20:29:07 -0000

The Interior Department is denying another early moved for oil production at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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Schumer's climate promises

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:36:18 -0000

Last week, Senate Majority leader Chuck Schumer said the two infrastructure bills will dramatically lower America's emissions. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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How Schumer wants to meet his climate promise

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:36:11 -0000

There are two key climate provisions in the infrastructure bills that Democrats say will help lower emissions. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has details on these portions.

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The next climate battles in the Democrats' infrastructure bills

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 17:36:04 -0000

While the $3.5 trillion reconciliation resolutions passed both the House and the Senate, it's unclear whether Democrats will stay united until the bills make it to the White House. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains the struggles ahead.

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August crises overwhelm White House plans

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 16:29:54 -0000

Add Hurricane Ida and North Korea to the list of crises President JOE BIDEN is facing this week. August was supposed to be devoted to highlighting pieces of the Biden economic agenda that is now being assembled by congressional committees into a $3.5 trillion bill. Biden hasn’t held an event devoted to a piece of that mammoth bill since the evacuation crisis began.

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Fauci ‘sticking with’ Covid-19 booster shot recommendations

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:16:21 -0000

Anthony Fauci, the nation's top infectious disease doctor, said Sunday the administration is sticking with its recommendation of administering Covid-19 booster shots eight months after the completion of the original shots.

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What to know about Boston’s mayoral candidates

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:15:52 -0000

POLITICO’s Lisa Kashinsky breaks down what you need to know about each of the mayoral contenders.

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Boston’s breakthrough slate of historic mayoral candidates

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 14:14:28 -0000

Each of the five major candidates would make history if elected. POLITICO’s Lisa Kashinsky reports.

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'The worst day of your presidency'

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:20:23 -0000

When Kabul fell to the Taliban several days ago, rocking President Joe Biden's pullout operation, the White House made a strategic choice: They doubled down, didn’t apologize and crossed their fingers that the nation would move on quickly.Now, 13 U.S. service members are dead following a pair of suicide bombs — the first U.S. troops to be killed in Afghanistan in 18 months — as are 95 Afghans. The attack, carried out by ISIS-K, is the deadliest assault on U.S. troops in the country in a decade. And it’s precisely the situation Biden hoped to avoid by leaving Afghanistan: the death of U.S. troops.

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Behind the headline: 'Kamala Harris' office rife with dissent'

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:20:15 -0000

"‘Not a healthy environment’: Kamala Harris’ office rife with dissent." That was one of the biggest headlines this summer about the vice president — and Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels was one of the reporters who broke the story. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, he sits down with POLITICO Magazine's Jesús A. Rodríguez to discuss his reporting.

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How Kamala Harris is embracing — and changing — 'the system'

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:19:47 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO Magazine's Jesús A. Rodríguez and Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels explore how Vice President Kamala Harris is embracing "the system" while changing who gets a seat at the table.

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What it's like to cover Kamala Harris

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 19:19:31 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels gets honest with POLITICO Magazine's Jesús A. Rodríguez about covering Vice President Kamala Harris — including the so-called "KHive."

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Florida judge rules against DeSantis in school mask fight

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 17:44:00 -0000

A Florida judge on Friday ruled that the DeSantis administration can’t punish local school districts for passing mask mandates, notching a win for parents who fought back against the Republican governor over his hands-off Covid-19 policies.

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Why Trudeau is calling an election

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:09:06 -0000

POLITICO’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey explains why Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is holding a flash election in September.

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‘The ultimate test of Trudeau’s teflon’

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:08:58 -0000

Despite a series of scandals, Justin Trudeau has remained popular in Canada. Next month's election is putting that to the test. POLITICO’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey reports.

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Biden vows retaliation after ISIS attacks in Kabul

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:04:02 -0000

President Joe Biden on Thursday vowed to make terrorists “pay” for the deadly attacks that killed 13 U.S. service members and wounded many others when ISIS militants set off multiple bombs outside of Kabul’s main airport earlier in the day.

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A brief history of Trudeau’s scandals

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:03:54 -0000

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau heads into next month’s election with six years of baggage. POLITICO’s Nick Taylor-Vaisey reports.

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Japan suspends use of over 1 million Moderna doses

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 22:21:12 -0000

Japan suspended the use of 1.63 million doses of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine on Thursday.

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Biden and Harris scrap meetings and events to focus on Afghanistan

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:42:09 -0000

The White House cleared the schedules of President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, the first lady and second gentleman on Thursday, following deadly attacks at the Kabul airport that killed and wounded multiple U.S. troops. Biden's meeting with Naftali Bennett, the newly elected prime minister, was rescheduled for Friday. The president was supposed to meet with Bennett late Thursday morning, after he received what has become the daily national security briefing on the scene in Afghanistan. Biden will address the nation on Afghanistan Thursday afternoon.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:40:50 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021.

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Biden’s Thursday: Kabul terror threat, Iran and refugees

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:19:42 -0000

Today is the kind of day that candidate Joe Biden said he was uniquely prepared for. Congress is gone, domestic policy has been momentarily pushed aside, and global crises are colliding. President Biden awakens to the burden of his promises with an uncharacteristically busy public schedule completely focused on foreign policy. He receives an update on the situation in Afghanistan from his national security team in the morning, has two bilateral meetings with new Israeli PM Naftali Bennett before noon and hosts a late-afternoon Zoom with governors who have volunteered to help resettle Afghan refugees.

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7 Capitol Police officers sue Trump, others over Capitol riot

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:17:16 -0000

Seven veteran Capitol Police officers who defended Congress during the Jan. 6 attack are suing President Donald Trump, pro-Trump militias and other associates, claiming they conspired to violently overturn the results of the 2020 election.

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Germany and Belgium's post-flood recovery

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:02:52 -0000

Germany and Belgium are still trying to recover from historic floods that swept around multiple cities last month. POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen has more.

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What is attribution science?

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:02:45 -0000

A new branch of science is trying to understand how much climate change is to blame for a natural disaster. POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen explains how it works.

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The origin of attribution studies

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:02:38 -0000

A new branch of science is looking at natural disasters and trying to understand the role of climate change in them. POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen tells the story.

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A shortage of health workers

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 20:02:22 -0000

Hospitalizations are up. But some areas don’t have enough health workers to handle the influx of patients. POLITICO’s Alice Miranda Ollstein reports.

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Who is to blame for the Delta crisis at hospitals

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:10:04 -0000

There’s a shortage of health workers in areas getting hit by Delta. POLITICO’s Alice Miranda Ollstein looks at who is to blame for the situation.

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Pfizer and BioNTech ask FDA to approve booster shot of their Covid-19 vaccine

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:08:56 -0000

Pfizer and its partner BioNTech have begun the process of applying for approval of a booster dose of their Covid-19 shot for people 16 years and older.

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Pandemic déjà vu

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 16:07:34 -0000

Last year, hospitals were overrun amid a winter Covid surge. Now, the same is happening with Delta. POLITICO’s Alice Miranda Ollstein reports.

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Hochul adds 12,000 deaths to NY Covid tally

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 21:47:35 -0000

Gov. Kathy Hochul, in one of her first acts as the new leader of New York, overhauled how the state releases Covid-19 death data to ensure that it is more consistent with federal reporting standards — an issue that dogged former Gov. Andrew Cuomo administration and sparked allegations of a coverup.

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The corn in Biden's side

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 21:37:42 -0000

The EPA is trying to find balance between keeping biofuel producers and oil refiners happy. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has details on the challenge.

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J&J says study supports use of booster shots

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 18:36:32 -0000

Johnson & Johnson said Wednesday that giving a booster shot of its vaccine produced a sharp increase in antibodies against the coronavirus.

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Pentagon to require troops to get Covid vaccines ASAP

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 18:36:25 -0000

Military troops must immediately begin to get the Covid-19 vaccine, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a memo Wednesday, ordering service leaders to “impose ambitious timelines for implementation.”

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What to know about Biden’s ATF nominee

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:51:49 -0000

POLITICO’s Anita Kumar reports on David Chipman’s history at ATF and as a gun control activist.

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House advances $3.5T budget, ending stalemate between Pelosi and centrists

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:51:42 -0000

All House Democrats voted in favor of the spending bill framework after Speaker Nancy Pelosi clinched a deal with defiant House moderates.

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New CDC studies point to waning immunity from vaccines

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:51:27 -0000

The publication of the studies comes a week after the agency released its first three reports on vaccine efficacy.

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The gun safety issue we don’t talk about

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:51:20 -0000

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives hasn’t had a permanent director since 2015. POLITICO’s Anita Kumar breaks down why the post has become virtually unfillable amid fierce debate over gun laws

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The day in D.C.

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:30:48 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Wednesday, Aug. 25, 2021.

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Biden’s three big challenges

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:29:36 -0000

We try our best around here to sift through the competing narratives each day and present our dear listeners with a coherent story. But this is one of those weeks in American politics when it’s best to lay out some possibilities, especially across the three great challenges that President Joe Biden is facing right now: Afghanistan, the Covid-19 pandemic and Build Back Better.

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Broadband's huge role on farmers' climate efforts

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 21:49:22 -0000

There is carbon marketplace for farmers to help capture carbon. But if the federal government wants to make it popular, POLITICO's Tatyana Monnay says they'll have to solve a rural internet problem.

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When will kids get vaccinated?

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 21:49:16 -0000

One of the federal government’s top public health experts on Tuesday predicted it is unlikely children under the age of 12 will be eligible to receive the coronavirus vaccine before late 2021, contradicting the speedier timelines offered by other Biden administration officials.

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Keystone's poor track record

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 21:46:29 -0000

While the Keystone XL pipeline project may be gone, the pipeline's predecessor is still running oil from Canada to the US. Today, POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino discusses the Keystone pipeline's poor record on spills and leaks.

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Hochul sworn in as New York's first female governor

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 21:02:14 -0000

Gov. Kathy Hochul said she would bring a new style to New York's state Capitol as she was ceremonially sworn in on Tuesday morning to succeed former Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who resigned on Monday night.

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Biden sticks to Aug. 31 withdrawal from Afghanistan

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 20:46:43 -0000

President Joe Biden has agreed with a Pentagon recommendation to stick to an Aug. 31 deadline to withdraw U.S. combat troops from Afghanistan, according to two people with knowledge of the recommendation.

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Schiff questions 8/31 pullout deadline

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 18:11:30 -0000

As House lawmakers waited for movement on the budget Monday night, House Intelligence Chair Adam Schiff emerged from his panel’s first classified in-person briefing on Afghanistan and made news by questioning the plausibility of Biden’s plan to withdraw U.S. forces by Aug. 31.

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How fires are changing life in Greece

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 15:00:42 -0000

POLITICO Europe’s Nektaria Stamouli reports on how this summer’s wildfires have changed life in Greece.

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Capitol Police clear officer in shooting of Ashli Babbitt during Jan. 6 riot

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:56:44 -0000

The department's internal investigation concluded that the conduct of the officer, whose name hasn't been publicly released, was "lawful."

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Pentagon to mandate COVID-19 vaccine

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 20:32:25 -0000

The Pentagon said Monday that it will require service members to receive the COVID-19 vaccine now that the Pfizer vaccine has received full approval.

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The day in D.C.

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:31:29 -0000

Here's what on the schedule on Monday. Aug. 23, 2021.

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Who’ll blink first: Pelosi or the Mod Squad?

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:30:30 -0000

This week's big storyline: the Pelosi-Gottheimer game of chicken — The House returns to Washington today for a rare mid-August-recess vote on Democrats’ $3.5 trillion budget — at least in theory. One little problem: Speaker Nancy Pelosi still doesn’t have the votes to pass it.

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The Kabul Airlift

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:29:13 -0000

The White House announced that over a 12-hour period at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul on Sunday, approximately 1,700 people were evacuated on 8 U.S. military flights, and 3,400 people via coalition aircraft. Biden is considering extending the Aug. 31 deadline to withdraw troops in order to facilitate the evacuation of Americans and Afghan allies. Among those lobbying for it: British PM Boris Johnson, according to the Telegraph.

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A House standoff over the infrastructure bill

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:26:16 -0000

The House comes back today to move the process along and get the infrastructure and reconciliation bills through. But POLITICO's Tanya Snyder says there's trouble in Nancy Pelosi's horizon.

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West Texas' rogue emissions

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:25:55 -0000

A new study suggests the country's biggest oil producing area is putting out a lot more emissions than it's supposed to be allowed to. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has more.

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The college retention problem during Covid

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:21:44 -0000

Staying in college was already hard. Covid made things worse. POLITICO’s Bianca Quilantan reports.

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Polls show Biden's approval rating sliding to new lows

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:21:18 -0000

As many Americans disapprove of Biden’s job performance as approve, according to two new polls out Sunday — a precipitous decline for the new president after he spent his first half-year in the White House with high job ratings.

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Vulnerable students might get left behind in higher ed

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:19:12 -0000

The number of federal student aid applications completed, a key metric used to track college ambitions among low-income students, is down for a second year in a row. POLITICO’s Bianca Quilantan reports.

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Ed secretary: States can’t block federal funds for districts that mandate masks

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:18:24 -0000

Public schools who want to institute mask mandate rules can't be denied federal funds, even if their state governments try to pressure them out of mask mandates, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona said.

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College gap on the verge of getting bigger

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:17:20 -0000

Colleges are reopening their gates this fall. But experts worry the most vulnerable students are still turning their back to higher education. POLITICO’s Bianca Quilantan reports.

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The split between MAGA and establishment Republicans on Afghanistan

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 18:24:41 -0000

The Taliban's return to power marks the first real foreign policy crisis of the Biden administration — and a rare moment of bipartisan criticism of Joe Biden. But will the bungled withdrawal from Afghanistan scramble American politics, or merely deepen long-building fissures across the political spectrum? On the right, attempts to save America's Afghan allies have resurfaced fierce divides over immigration and diversity. On the left, the pullout is reigniting a debate over the US's "forever wars." Playbook co-authors Rachael Bade and Ryan Lizza on Biden's political pitfalls.

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Biden's defensive posture on Afghanistan

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 18:24:04 -0000

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The first true foreign policy test of Biden's presidency

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 18:23:10 -0000

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California mulls an all-new-car 2025 goal

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:13:33 -0000

California is already the country's leader in climate policies. Now, the state is considering an ambitious ramp up of their push to a clean car fleet. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino explains.

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The colors of hydrogen

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 16:11:32 -0000

For years, hydrogen power has been seen as a potential source of renewable energies. But where we extract the hydrogen from defines how eco-friendly it is. POLITICO's Matthew Choi explains.

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The day in D.C.

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:31:46 -0000

Here's what's on Washington's schedule on Friday. Aug. 20, 2021.

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Why some experts are skeptical of boosters in the US

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 15:18:42 -0000

Messaging issues and global concerns have some questioning the White House’s booster decision. POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn reports.

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Why the Biden admin is recommending boosters

Fri, 20 Aug 2021 14:38:08 -0000

POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn breaks down the data behind the decision.

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The day in D.C.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:48:02 -0000

Here's what's on Washington's schedule on Aug. 19, 2021.

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Afghanistan + immigration politics = A divided GOP

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:46:36 -0000

Republicans universally agree that President Joe Biden's bungled handling of the Afghanistan pullout has given them fresh ammunition to attack the commander in chief. Many Democrats think the same. But a major rift is starting to emerge in GOP messaging, as the Donald Trump wing of the party seeks to turn the matter into a base appeal with anti-immigration rhetoric. Over the past week, most GOP lawmakers have lambasted Biden for abandoning interpreters and Afghan civilians who put their lives at risk to help U.S. troops — and are now trapped as armed militias block their escape.

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Sens. Wicker, King test positive for Covid-19 after vaccination

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:43:47 -0000

Sens. Roger Wicker and Angus King both have Covid-19 breakthrough infections, their respective offices announced Thursday.

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Nation hits 1M vaccinations benchmark for first time in seven weeks

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 19:16:32 -0000

More than one million Americans received a dose of Covid-19 vaccine on Thursday, a benchmark the nation has not met in nearly seven weeks amid a resurgence of the coronavirus pandemic.

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Law enforcement respond to bomb threat near U.S. Capitol

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 17:24:19 -0000

Capitol Police and other law enforcement officials are investigating a claim of an explosive device in a truck near the Library of Congress, leading to the evacuation of several congressional office buildings.

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The American workforce is losing women. Here's why.

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 16:42:16 -0000

Economists are warning that failing to get women back to work would have detrimental effects on the broader economy. POLITICO's Megan Cassella sits down with Victoria Guida to explain what's happening.

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Treasury moving to block IMF aid to Taliban

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:44:32 -0000

The move after a group of GOP lawmakers asked Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to block the new Afghanistan government from accessing $450 million in aid.

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How America failed at reporting Covid data

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:43:59 -0000

POLITICO's Erin Banco breaks down a six-month investigation into America's failure to identify Covid hotspots quickly enough to prevent outbreaks.

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Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett to visit White House later this month

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:42:47 -0000

The Israeli leader and Biden will discuss, among other topics, the tensions between Israel and Iran.

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Investigating America’s Covid-reporting breakdown

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 14:41:59 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Banco spent the past six months talking with state and county health officials about where America’s Covid response broke down.

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Afghan President Ghani surfaces in UAE

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:14:29 -0000

Ousted Afghan President Ashraf Ghani is residing in the United Arab Emirates, the Persian Gulf state's foreign ministry confirmed Wednesday.

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Biden admin recommends Covid-19 booster shots for all Americans

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:12:49 -0000

The Biden administration is recommending that adults receive Covid-19 booster shots eight months after completing their first round of vaccination.

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Treasury halts investment on foreign fossil fuels

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:08:55 -0000

On Monday, the Treasury Department issued new guidelines that would block overseas financing for most coal and oil projects. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has more.

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How new leadership change may affect the Sierra Club

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:08:38 -0000

Under Michael Brune, the Sierra Club became more than just an environmental group. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman explains the changes at the group for the last decade.

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The Sierra Club boss' abrupt departure

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 18:08:27 -0000

Last week, Michael Brune left the Sierra Club in an unexpected way, leaving many to wonder what had happened. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman has some answers.

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The day in Washington

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:50:59 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in D.C. on Aug. 18, 2021.

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Gottheimer offers an open hand

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:49:53 -0000

Rep. Josh Gottheimer and eight other Democratic moderates are vowing to oppose a key vote on the budget if Democrats don’t agree to a stand-alone vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill — no waiting around for weeks or months until the multi trillion-dollar reconciliation package is ready to go. Speaker Nancy Pelosi has met the threat with barely disguised disdain.

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Biden's approval rating drops below 50

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:41:20 -0000

For the first time this year, Biden's approval rating dropped below 50. The dip has been driven by a slow erosion among independents that seems tied to the Delta surge and predates the problems in Afghanistan. It also may be inevitable. FiveThirtyEight’s Geoffrey Skelley: “We don’t know the range in which Biden’s approval will ultimately settle, but if the past two presidents are any indication, it’ll be a narrow one: Donald Trump’s approval mostly hovered between 40 and 45 percent during his presidency, while Barack Obama’s approval tended to fall between 45 and 50 percent.”

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Haiti’s time of torment

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 15:06:10 -0000

Haiti was already on the brink of political collapse following the assassination of President Jovenel Moïse. Then a catastrophic earthquake hit. POLITICO’s John Yearwood reports.

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Twitter pilots misinformation reporting tool

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:56:50 -0000

Twitter announced on Tuesday it's testing a new feature allowing users to report misinformation directly to the company, marking the first phase in a broader campaign to root out lies and misleading content on the platform.

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Why Haiti’s earthquake was so devastating

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:56:44 -0000

POLITICO’s John Yearwood explains why the damage from Saturday’s earthquake has been so immense.

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Election officials call for audit guidelines after Trump-fueled surge

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:56:39 -0000

The National Association of Secretaries of State approved a series of recommendations for audits aimed at combating Arizona-style, slapdash reviews of the 2020 election and future races.

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Devastation in Haiti

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 14:56:34 -0000

POLITICO’s John Yearwood takes stock of the destruction in Haiti following an earthquake on Saturday.

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A lawsuit over oil leases

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 20:36:32 -0000

On Monday, oil trade groups sued the Biden administration over its pause on lease sales of federal land for oil production. Today, POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino explains the grounds of the lawsuit, and the immediate reaction from the federal government.

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The policy success that delayed Colorado River's cutoff

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 20:35:21 -0000

The Colorado River's water levels have been in steady decline. But there's a successful policy story that helped delay the drastic cutoffs until next year. POLITICO's Annie Snider explains.

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How climate change sped up the Colorado River cutoff

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 20:34:04 -0000

For decades, the Colorado River has been close to not meeting users' water demands. Now, a years-long megadrought has forced extreme measures. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains the role of climate change on the Colorado River's water access.

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The Colorado River's water cutoff

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 20:31:58 -0000

On Monday, the federal government announced water cutoffs to the Colorado River for the first time in history. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider explains the stakes of the cutoff.

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Inspector general report paints a 'bleak' portrait of 20 years in Afghanistan

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 19:39:55 -0000

The Special Inspector General for Afghanistan Reconstruction painted a troubling picture of America’s 20 years in Afghanistan on Tuesday, concluding that the U.S. government consistently underestimated the time required to rebuild the country and misunderstood its context during America's longest war.

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The day in D.C.

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:53:19 -0000

Here's what on the schedule in Washington on Aug. 17, 2021.

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The latest in Coronavirus

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:52:00 -0000

It's expected the Biden Administration will announce plans as early as this week for a roll out of Coronavirus vaccine booster shots. The first boosters are likely to go to nursing home residents and health care workers, followed by other older people.

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Poll: Support for Afghanistan withdrawal plummets as Taliban seize control

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:50:36 -0000

The Morning Consult/POLITICO poll showed support dropping 20 percentage points since April.

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Hill Democrats confront White House over Afghanistan

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:49:27 -0000

CNN’s Lauren Fox, Jeremy Herb and Annie Grayer report, Democrats are grappling with Afghanistan fallout after Biden administration ignored their previous warnings. Said Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, an Air Force veteran: “These past few days have been difficult to process, and not because the Taliban’s progress was surprising … In fact, the opposite. We sounded the alarm, and our dire warnings fell on deaf ears.”

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Biden’s big bet on Afghanistan

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 16:48:09 -0000

Before President Joe Biden took the podium to address the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan on Monday, senior Obama White House advisor David Axelrod was on CNN giving him some free advice: “You cannot defend the execution here. … This has been a disaster,” he said. “He needs to own that failure. … He’s the commander in chief.” As Axelrod said after, Biden did anything but. Even as he asserted that “the buck stops with me,” Biden pointed fingers at everyone but himself: Donald Trump tied his hands with his deal with the Taliban, the Afghan army wasn’t willing to fight, and some civilians didn’t initially want to leave. Most of all, he defended the pullout he’s been advocating for years.

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Is Biden taking the fall on Afghanistan?

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:58:26 -0000

He inherited the war. But the fallout from Kabul’s war may hurt his image more than anyone else’s. POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki reports.

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Biden administration makes record increase to food stamp benefits

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:58:20 -0000

The average monthly benefits for SNAP will be roughly 27 percent higher than they were before the pandemic, starting Oct. 1.

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The worst moment in Biden’s presidency

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 14:47:57 -0000

Biden campaigned on his foreign policy expertise. But the crisis in Afghanistan is destroying that image. POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki reports.

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Reconciling cannabis and the environment

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:15:20 -0000

Some of cannabis' best friends in Washington are also leading environmentalists. But some of them don't know the environmental impact of the cannabis industry. POLITICO's Natalie Fertig explains.

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Would legalized weed make it greener?

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:15:12 -0000

Federal criminalization of cannabis is keeping the industry from more environmentally-friendly practices. Today, POLITICO's Natalie Fertig explains how legalization could help.

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The hottest month on record

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:15:06 -0000

On Friday, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said July was the hottest month ever on record. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has more.

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The latest about Afghanistan after Taliban takes Kabul

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:14:57 -0000

The Taliban have been seizing territory across Afghanistan since President Joe Biden announced in April that all U.S. troops would depart the country by Sept. 11, a deadline he later revised to Aug. 31.

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Texas Supreme Court backs governor on mask mandates

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 18:14:49 -0000

The Texas Supreme Court on Sunday sided with Gov. Greg Abbott by issuing temporary stay orders on the subject of mask mandates in public schools.

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Biden’s stubborn streak paved the way for havoc in Afghanistan

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 16:31:08 -0000

Every biography or deep profile of President Joe Biden emphasizes his stubbornness, the chip on his soldier, his lifelong desire to prove doubters wrong — whether it was overcoming a stutter, or demonstrating his intellectual bona fides or entering political contests the experts said he couldn’t win. This is what the right gets wrong about Biden. Many conservatives see Biden’s Afghanistan blunder as evidence of a president who is detached and a plaything of his strongest advisers. Nothing could be further from the truth.

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Making sense of the U.S. legacy in Afghanistan

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:24:04 -0000

20 years after the start of the War in Afghanistan, the Taliban has taken over the country’s capital. POLITICO’s Alex Ward looks at the legacy of the military campaign.

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NIH director plays down undocumented immigrants spreading Covid

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:22:34 -0000

National Institutes of Health Director Francis Collins on Sunday played down undocumented immigrants as a major factor in the U.S. coronavirus pandemic, calling such suggestions a “distraction.”

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Who is to blame for Afghanistan

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:22:00 -0000

A Taliban offensive was expected. But nobody knew it would be like this. POLITICO’s Alex Ward reports.

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Appeals court asked to block Biden's retooled eviction ban

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:21:31 -0000

Opponents of the federal government’s pandemic-related eviction ban asked a federal appeals court Saturday to block the latest version of the policy, which the Biden administration rolled out under pressure last week after allowing an earlier version to expire.

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How Kabul fell to the Taliban

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 14:20:59 -0000

POLITICO’s Alex Ward breaks down what led to this weekend’s siege.

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Bernie's upcoming political mountain

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:27:56 -0000

Nobody on Capitol Hill got much sleep this week. The Senate passed its infrastructure bill, stayed up all night in a vote-a-rama and provided foreshadowing for the set of fights yet to come. Ryan and POLITICO’s Jennifer Scholtes outline the mountain Bernie's gotta climb to convince all 50 Democrats to get on board with his $3.5 trillion budget proposal.

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The political calculus behind raising the debt limit

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:27:16 -0000

Nobody on Capitol Hill got much sleep this week. The Senate passed its infrastructure bill, stayed up all night in a vote-a-rama and provided foreshadowing for the set of fights yet to come. Ryan and POLITICO’s Jennifer Scholtes outline the next big fight in congress: raising the debt ceiling to cover the national debt.

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The next big issue in Congress: Raising the debt ceiling

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:26:13 -0000

Nobody on Capitol Hill got much sleep this week. The Senate passed its infrastructure bill, stayed up all night in a vote-a-rama and provided foreshadowing for the set of fights yet to come. Ryan and POLITICO’s Jennifer Scholtes outline the next big fight in congress: raising the debt ceiling to cover the national debt.

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Key moments during the Senate's vote-a-rama

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:25:14 -0000

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The Senate's partisan vote-a-rama

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:24:14 -0000

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The Senate's vote-a-rama drama

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 19:19:35 -0000

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August 13, 2021: POLITICO Policy Briefing

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 16:44:14 -0000

The world’s top scientists say climate change is more severe than we thought. Education Secretary Miguel Cardona calls for a vaccine mandate for educators. And, the CDC says it is now recommending pregnant women to get the Covid-19 vaccine.

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Four Senate Republicans wait on reelection bids as majority hangs in balance

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:44:33 -0000

The GOP is defending five Senate seats opened up by retirements — two in the battlegrounds of Pennsylvania and North Carolina and three in GOP strongholds Ohio, Alabama and Missouri. Although Republicans are increasingly favored to win the House next year, further retirements would undoubtedly complicate their path back to power in the Senate.

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Census working overtime

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:43:28 -0000

Zach Montellaro, a POLITICO campaigns reporter and expert in (among other things) redistricting, writes in with a special dispatch today: Thursday brought the Census Bureau’s long-delayed release of redistricting data — the granular demographic data that mapmakers across the country will use to redraw political boundaries for the next decade. And while it’ll take some more number-crunching before data is ready for prime time, we already have some big takeaways.

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Turbulence ahead for infrastructure

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:21:49 -0000

The Senate passed Biden’s long-awaited bipartisan infrastructure bill earlier this week. But it’s fate is tied to a massive Democratic spending plan — and things are looking a little shaky. POLITICO’s Caitlin Emma reports.

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Top Biden adviser Anita Dunn leaves White House

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:21:44 -0000

Her new role as a close confidant will be similar to how her role evolved in the Obama era.

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What to know about Democrats’ $3.5T spending plan

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:21:39 -0000

The blueprint approved by the Senate this week still has a lot to go through before it can be passed. POLITICO’s Caitlin Emma reports.

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Nation's largest teachers union backs vaccine mandates

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:21:33 -0000

The decision comes as school officials are battling with parents and governors over mask-wearing requirements and a surge of infections among children.

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What to know about the bipartisan infrastructure bill

Fri, 13 Aug 2021 14:21:26 -0000

It’s big, but not as big as some lawmakers wanted. POLITICO’s Caitlin Emma reports.

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Reconciling the green details

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:50:18 -0000

Earlier this week, Democrats announced some of the details in their $3.5 trillion reconciliation bill. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna details how the plan would embed climate action on specific Senate committees.

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The winner of infrastructure week(s)

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:50:14 -0000

President Joe Biden is bound for a big accomplishment with the trillion-dollar infrastructure bill. But there's another Democrat popping the bubbly. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna, on the senator who won the infrastructure negotiations.

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Is $3.5 trillion the final size of reconciliation?

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:50:10 -0000

At $3.5 trillion, the Democrats' reconciliation bill wants to spend big to fight climate change. And while the size of the package may change as it moves through Congress, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna says climate action is probably still going to happen.

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The White House asks OPEC+ to bump production

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:50:06 -0000

On Wednesday, National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan called for the world's oil cartel to increase production as global oil demand increases. But POLITICO's Anthony Adragna reports that almost no one is happy about it.

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The case for carbon capture

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:50:02 -0000

While controversial, carbon capture and sequestration technologies got a big chunk of spending through the Senate's infrastructure deal. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre lays out the case for this technology.

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Why Petra Nova failed (or did it?)

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:49:58 -0000

Carbon capture is a big technology that senators hope will help lower US emissions. But one of the biggest projects in the country had to shut down last year. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains why.

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How carbon capture works

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:49:44 -0000

A controversial technology to fight climate change made it into the Senate infrastructure bill. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains how carbon capture and sequestration works.

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DC's Schedule for Aug. 12

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:48:50 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Thursday, Aug. 12.

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Cheney vs. Trump heats up

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:46:52 -0000

Former President Donald Trump is expected to meet Thursday with Harriet Hageman, a potential challenger to Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, his Republican nemesis in the House.

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As schools reopen, officials prepare for more Covid

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:07:06 -0000

Covid cases are surging among kids. Schools reopening — especially in states opposed to mask mandates — could make things worse. POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports.

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Senators introduce app store bill targeting Apple and Google

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:07:02 -0000

A bipartisan trio of senators introduced legislation Wednesday that would force Apple and Google to allow developers to use alternative app stores and tell consumers about cheaper prices online.

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What we know about Covid and kids

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:06:58 -0000

Pediatric hospitals are swamped with Covid cases. POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg explains why.

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Warren drops opposition to Biden’s higher education nominee

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:06:53 -0000

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer early Wednesday morning filed cloture on the nomination of James Kvaal to be undersecretary of Education.

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A Covid surge among kids

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 15:06:48 -0000

A record number of children are being hospitalized with Covid — and experts expect it to get worse. POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports.

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GOP prays Sinema and Manchin pare back Dems’ big spending bill

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 20:35:25 -0000

The two moderates may try to slash down their party’s ambitions. But as one Republican put it: “What’s down? $100 million? $1 trillion?”

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CDC strengthens Covid vaccine recommendation for pregnant people

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:34:42 -0000

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is advising people who are pregnant, breastfeeding or contemplating pregnancy to get vaccinated against Covid-19, citing new evidence of the shots' safety in those populations.

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Rand Paul cut off from YouTube for a week

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:34:35 -0000

YouTube took action against Sen. Rand Paul on Tuesday, removing a video from him and halting his ability to publish content for a week after Paul posted a clip challenging the utility of mask-wearing to slow the spread of the coronavirus.

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DC's Schedule for Aug. 11

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:31:58 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Wednesday, Aug. 11.

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A warning sign for Democrats on climate policy

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:30:46 -0000

Early this morning, in a 50-49 vote along party lines, the Senate passed a $3.5 trillion budget resolution that outlines the Dems’ policy agenda. We stayed up late watching the Senate vote-a-rama, the long and free-wheeling debate over amendments to the budget resolution. The vote-a-rama is meaningless in some ways. The amendments — as well as the underlying resolution — are all non-binding. But if there was one area where the Republican Party repeatedly revealed a Democratic divide, it was on climate policy.

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Why Abbott will probably hold onto Texas in 2022

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:57:59 -0000

Abbott already faces multiple primary challengers, but he’s far ahead in fundraising. POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam reports.

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Biden taps progressive as No. 2 Pentagon policy official

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:57:54 -0000

The White House plans to nominate Sasha Baker, a longtime aide to progressive firebrand Sen. Elizabeth Warren, as deputy undersecretary of defense for policy, a top role in shaping the Biden administration’s global defense strategy.

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How Greg Abbott has kept his hold on Texas

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:57:49 -0000

He doesn’t have star power, and he’s facing attacks from Republicans and Democrats. But Gov. Greg Abbott has held onto power in Texas for seven years — and he plans to do it again in 2022. POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam reports.

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Rep. Ron Kind announces retirement in boon to GOP's House hopes

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:57:44 -0000

Kind, who has spent nearly 25 years in the House, faced a closer-than-expected race in his sprawling rural Wisconsin seat last fall.

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The two Greg Abbotts

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 14:57:39 -0000

POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam talks about what it’s like interviewing the Texas governor.

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The optimistic and pessimistic cases of the IPCC report

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:47:21 -0000

Monday's report from the UN climate science panel left many grim readings into the future of the planet. POLITICO's Zack Colman offers an optimistic and a pessimistic view of the report.

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Is Washington's climate action enough anymore?

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:46:12 -0000

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Why carbon removal isn't enough

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:44:55 -0000

Yesterday, the UN climate science body gave a grim account of the fight against climate change. And it also said carbon removal through tree-planting or other technologies isn't enough. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains why.

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The inevitable measure to fight climate change

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:43:50 -0000

Yesterday, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change released a report in which it confirmed the fight to keep temperature rise below 1.5 degrees celsius is all but lost. And while the scientific community has rightly predicted the consequences of going down the path of heating, POLITICO's Zack Colman says we also know how to fight increasing temperatures.

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The IPCC report

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:42:44 -0000

On Monday, a report from an international group of scientists confirmed we are bound to suffer some of the worst consequences from climate change. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman describes the findings.

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DOJ to review 9/11 records, potentially make more public

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:17:29 -0000

The Justice Department said Monday that it would work toward providing families of 9/11 victims with more information about the run-up to the attacks as part of a federal lawsuit that aims to hold the Saudi government accountable.

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New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo resigns

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 17:41:28 -0000

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo Tuesday announced plans to resign amid public pressure from fellow Democrats after a bombshell report from the state attorney general’s office detailed allegations into how he sexually harassed 11 women, violating state and federal laws.

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DC's Schedule for Aug. 10

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:29:46 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Tuesday, Aug. 10.

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The latest Democratic feud to watch

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:28:50 -0000

Jewish Insider’s Matthew Kassel has picked up on a really juicy dynamic playing out in Democratic districts across the country: a war between Justice Democrats and Democratic Majority for Israel. Per Kassel, the faceoff between the two groups is “unusually personal” and “has animated several high-profile contests in recent cycles, particularly amid growing divisions between the hard left and moderates over Israel.”

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Tarmac fever sweeps the Senate floor

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:27:50 -0000

It’s about time. After months of haggling, the chamber is expected to pass the BIF today at 11 a.m., then move fairly quickly to consider Democrats’ $3.5 trillion budget resolution. Majority Leader Chuck Schumer indicated late Monday night that he thought both sides would agree to forgo the 50 allowable hours of debate. That would allow the chamber to start their vote-a-rama today and get out of town ASAP. But, it’s the Senate, y’all. And all it takes is one senator to slow things down.

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Cuomo’s inner circle collapses

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 14:56:17 -0000

His top aide stepped down over the weekend. POLITICO’s Anna Gronewold reports.

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Pentagon will seek to mandate Covid vaccine for 1.4 million troops

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 14:51:57 -0000

Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin wants to make the vaccines mandatory by Sept. 15 or “immediately upon” FDA approval, “whichever comes first.”

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Why Cuomo isn’t resigning

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 14:43:15 -0000

Impeachment is impending and his inner circle is collapsing, but Cuomo remains indignant. POLITICO’s Anna Gronewold reports.

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Melissa DeRosa, Cuomo’s top staffer, resigns

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:52:00 -0000

Melissa DeRosa, the top staffer to Gov. Andrew Cuomo since 2017, has resigned in the wake of calls for his impeachment and resignation.

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Yellen urges Congress to act on debt ceiling

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:51:04 -0000

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Monday implored Congress to address the creeping debt limit, the latest in a series of warnings in recent weeks.

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The uphill climb ahead for House Dems

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:49:02 -0000

We’ve seen several memos floating around this month from political operatives analyzing the prospects for Dems to keep control of the House after the 2022 midterms. A top progressive strategist circulated an analysis last night that caught our attention.

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What Biden, Schumer, McConnell, Sinema and Portman learned from BIF

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:45:40 -0000

The legislation formerly known as BIF — officially it’s the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act, but IIJA doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue — could pass the Senate today. What else did we learn during BIF’s long and winding road to (seemingly imminent) passage? We pinged some of the people at the center of the deal in the Senate and White House for some lessons learned. Here are some of the key takeaways.

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How climate change is hurting America's labor

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:40:18 -0000

It's not just heatwaves: year-round high temperatures are making many workplaces around the country more dangerous environments for millions of American workers. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains how.

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What does it take to protect workers from the heat?

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:40:10 -0000

Millions of American workers are threatened by extreme heat at their workplaces. Today, E&E News' Ariel Wittenberg explains what it would take to protect them from the most dire consequences of heat stress.

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The precedent for heat protections

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:40:02 -0000

The federal government is struggling to implement standards to protect American workers from extreme heat. But advocates are pointing at a recent precedent to illustrate how these protections work and how the government already implemented them once. E&E News' Ariel Wittenberg has more.

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Is Biden moving on federal heat protection?

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 19:39:55 -0000

As labor advocates push for federal protections against extreme heat, the White House makes a move that could mean it's listening to advocates. E&E News' Ariel Wittenberg has details.

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The Democratic ‘civil war’ in Ohio

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 18:05:22 -0000

The Democratic establishment dealt a crushing blow to the progressive movement this week in Ohio, where tensions, bad blood and intraparty allegiances were on full display. POLITICO's Ally Mutnick performs an autopsy with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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Read more on the Ohio special election from Ally: https://www.politico.com/news/2021/08/03/shontel-brown-beats-nina-turner-in-key-ohio-primary-502365

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What to know about J&J and Delta

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:31:36 -0000

POLITICO’s Sarah Owermohle reports on the latest Data on Johnson & Johnson’s Covid vaccine and the Delta variant.

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Fauci urges more testing to track breakthrough Covid cases

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:14:37 -0000

Anthony Fauci urged on Sunday that more coronavirus testing be done among vaccinated people to learn more about breakthrough cases.

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Education secretary: 'We're clearly at a fork in the road' in opening schools safely

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:07:40 -0000

Miguel Cardona said he has reached out to different state leaders in order to find consensus on how to best protect and educate students.

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Trump redeems himself in Ohio

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:42:39 -0000

Mike Carey might have been on the ballot, but in the Buckeye State on Tuesday night, Donald Trump was just as much the winner. The former president’s candidate prevailed in a 10-way primary to replace former Rep. Steve Stivers, showing that the “Trump influence waning” narrative last week was premature. POLITICO's Ally Mutnick explores what that means for the Republican Party with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

Read more on the Ohio special election from Ally: https://www.politico.com/news/2021/08/03/shontel-brown-beats-nina-turner-in-key-ohio-primary-502365

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The Dem establishment strikes back

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:41:24 -0000

Shontel Brown’s victory in this week's Ohio special primary brings an end to a contentious summer of fierce squabbling for Democrats over the direction of their party with Joe Biden in the White House. The establishment forces leave the race with a blueprint for how to blunt progressive enthusiasm this cycle. But for the liberal wing, it's another setback after a series of losses in off-year races. POLITICO's Ally Mutnick dives into the race with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

Read more on the Ohio special election from Ally: https://www.politico.com/news/2021/08/03/shontel-brown-beats-nina-turner-in-key-ohio-primary-502365

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When a small primary goes national

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:36:33 -0000

What can we learn from a special congressional primary that quickly became a national spectacle? POLITICO's Ally Mutnick dishes on covering this week's Ohio Democratic primary race with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

Read more on the Ohio special election from Ally: https://www.politico.com/news/2021/08/03/shontel-brown-beats-nina-turner-in-key-ohio-primary-502365

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August 6, 2021: POLITICO Policy Briefing

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 17:22:45 -0000

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee voted to repeal a pair of war authorizations related to Iraq. The FDA is expected to approve Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine by early September. And, the CDC issued an order on Tuesday banning evictions for most of the U-S through October.

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Why DeSantis won’t back down

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:23:10 -0000

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis isn’t changing his Covid strategy despite skyrocketing hospitalizations. POLITICO’s David Kihara explains why.

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Feds open broad probe of Phoenix police

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:23:06 -0000

The Justice Department’s “pattern or practice” investigation is the third launched under the Biden administration.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:55:15 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Friday, August 6th.

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McConnell’s Herschel Walker problem, part II

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:53:18 -0000

Days after Mitch McConnell's political flacks complained about our reporting detailing the GOP leader’s concerns about Herschel Walker running for Senate in Georgia, CNN has a story confirming the scoop and adding to it. McConnell, it turns out, is so worried about the former NFL star and Donald Trump favorite becoming the GOP nominee that he’s seeking other candidates.

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Florida’s Covid situation changed. DeSantis didn’t.

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:12:20 -0000

The state’s governor is still taking a hard line against public health restrictions.

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Texas governor calls second special session for GOP's push to change election laws

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:12:15 -0000

Democrats have been blocking a Republican elections law by fleeing the state to deny the GOP a quorum during the current legislative session.

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What to know about Florida’s Covid surge

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 14:12:11 -0000

Cases and hospitalizations are skyrocketing. POLITICO’s David Kihara reports.

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The climate impact of marijuana

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Marijuana consumes more electricity per capita than pretty much any other plant. And yet, America hardly knows anything about the climate impact of marijuana, according to researchers and state governments. POLITICO’s Natalie Fertig explains.

Natalie Fertig is a federal cannabis policy reporter for POLITICO Pro.

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Biden's history with the auto industry

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:22:44 -0000

It's not just Amtrak Joe. President Joe Biden has a long history with the auto industry from his decades in the Senate. POLITICO's Alex Guillen has more.

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The Senate funding for energy and water projects

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:22:37 -0000

Yesterday, the Senate Appropriations Committee approved the 2022 budgets for three federal departments with big ambitions on water and energy projects. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Biden's pivot on the auto industry

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:22:30 -0000

As a senator, Joe Biden was an ally to the auto industry. But that's a relationship that ended once he became vice president. POLITICO's Alex Guillen explains what happened.

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U.S. jobless claims down 14,000 to 385,000

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 16:22:12 -0000

The U.S. economy is still 6.8 million jobs short of where it stood in February 2020.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:56:08 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Thursday, August 5th.

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Twitter (still) isn't real life

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:55:21 -0000

During the 2020 primary season, we had countless conversations with Biden campaign officials who warned that it was crucial to separate the social media conversation about Democratic politics from the conversations happening offline in early states. It became a cliche to say that Biden’s unofficial campaign slogan was “Twitter isn’t real life.” While Biden and Bernie haven’t been very far apart on policy, old electoral divisions have repeatedly resurfaced in campaigns this year, and we’ve been having a familiar conversation with folks in Biden world recently.

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Schumer double dares McConnell on the debt ceiling

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:54:24 -0000

Chuck Schumer is about to double-dog dare Mitch McConnell and his members to vote against a debt ceiling increase this fall. Just weeks after the minority leader implored his counterpart to tack a debt ceiling increase on to their party’s massive reconciliation bill — lifting the $28 trillion borrowing cap without any GOP votes — Schumer instead is maneuvering to make Republicans squirm. The tentative plan: Tack the debt-ceiling hike on to a short-term funding bill designed to avert a government shutdown at the end of September, a move that would require GOP support. The Democratic leader is, in short, betting the GOP will cave rather than risk the blame for destabilizing an already shaky economy.

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What full vaccine approval means

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:30:45 -0000

Pfizer could see full FDA approval next month. POLITICO’s Sarah Owermohle looks at what that could mean for the pandemic.

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So what about vaccine boosters?

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:30:36 -0000

POLITICO’s Sarah Owermohle reports on whether or not we’ll need them.

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Poll: Biden’s approval rating falls on Covid-19 concerns

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:30:32 -0000

The Quinnipiac survey found the president’s overall approval rating fell to 46 percent as some Americans lost faith in the pandemic response.

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Everything you need to know about the Delta variant

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 14:30:27 -0000

POLITICO’s Sarah Owermohle breaks down what we know about the variant and and vaccinations at this point.

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FDA targets early September for approving Pfizer vaccine

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:54:40 -0000

The Food and Drug Administration is expected to approve Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine by early September, amid a resurgence of cases that has heightened pressure on the administration to get more Americans vaccinated.

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Senate panel votes to repeal Iraq war authorizations

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:44:59 -0000

The Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Wednesday voted to repeal a pair of war authorizations related to Iraq.

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Interior hits the breaks on ANWR

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:43:26 -0000

Since 2017, some oil producers have been eagerly waiting to start drilling at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. But yesterday, the Interior Department took a step to delay oil operations at the refuge even more. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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Is there more to come for lead pipes?

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:43:17 -0000

The Senate infrastructure bill includes substantial spending for lead pipes removal. But activists and the White House hope to get even more through reconciliation. POLITICO's Annie Snider explains.

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Biden falls short on his lead promise

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 17:43:07 -0000

President Joe Biden had hoped to remove all lead drinking water pipes through the infrastructure bill. But it looks like he'll fall short of that. POLITICO's Annie Snider explains.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:34:40 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Wednesday, August 4th.

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The eviction moratorium — Cori Bush gets results

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:33:41 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi used to remind former activists in Congress that when they were elected to serve their districts, they traded the picket line for a new set of decorum expectations. But this week Bush, the former Black Lives Matter activist and one of the newest members of the Squad, showed the nation that she can do things her way — and still get results. But now, comes the backlash from the right.

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What's next for Gov. Cuomo

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:32:50 -0000

New York Democrats are gearing up to impeach Democratic Gov. Andrew Cuomo — and soon — after he refused to step down in the wake of state A.G. Tish James’ Tuesday report that he sexually harassed 11 women. We break down what it will look like.

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Recapping Ohio's special elections

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 15:31:57 -0000

Mike Carey might have been on the ballot, but in the Buckeye State on Tuesday night Donald Trump was just as much the winner. The former president’s candidate prevailed in a 10-way primary to replace former Rep. Steve Stivers, showing that the “Trump influence waning” narrative last week was premature. And, for the second time in recent weeks, progressives came up short. Our Ally Mutnick, reporting on the ground in Bedford Heights, Ohio: “The Democratic establishment dealt a crushing blow to the progressive movement Tuesday, with Shontel Brown, the preferred candidate of party stalwarts, triumphing over Nina Turner, a face of the insurgent left, in a special congressional primary election.”

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The strategy behind the new eviction ban

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:55:49 -0000

POLITICO’s Katy O’Donnell looks at why the Biden administration announced a new eviction ban despite threats from the courts.

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Biden joins barrage of new calls for Cuomo to resign

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:55:25 -0000

President Joe Biden called on New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign Tuesday following the release of a damning state attorney general’s report that found he sexually harassed multiple women under his employ.

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Inside the Biden administration’s flip on evictions

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:33:28 -0000

POLITICO’s Katy O’Donnell explains the story behind the CDC’s new eviction ban.

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Biden tells DeSantis to 'get out of the way' amid Covid surge

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:31:52 -0000

President Joe Biden criticized Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday amid the state’s surge in coronavirus cases, saying he should “get out of the way” of people who are trying to “do the right thing.”

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Biden admin announces new eviction moratorium

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 14:31:15 -0000

POLITICO’s Jeremy Siegel breaks down what to know about the CDC’s new eviction moratorium.

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Climate resiliency on the infrastructure bill

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 20:23:16 -0000

Efforts to help the US withstand the worst effects of climate change are making it into the bipartisan infrastructure deal. POLITICO's Zack Colman has more.

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Carbon capturing makes it into the bipartisan deal

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 20:22:26 -0000

The sprawling infrastructure deal includes billions of dollars to promote a controversial technology that could help fight climate change while extending a lifeline to fossil fuels. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre has more.

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What's on the bipartisan bill for clean energy

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 20:20:54 -0000

The bipartisan infrastructure bill has billions meant to help the energy transition. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has the details.

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Getting to an infrastructure deal

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 20:18:29 -0000

Over the weekend, the Senate finally revealed the text of the massive infrastructure bill. Today, POLITICO's Sam Mintz goes over the large strokes of the package.

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NYC to mandate vaccines for indoor restaurants, gyms, performances

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 18:50:55 -0000

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a new policy Tuesday that requires people to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination to dine inside restaurants, work out at a gym, attend a play or go out dancing.

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Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women, report finds

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 18:50:46 -0000

Gov. Andrew Cuomo committed several acts of sexual harassment that violated federal and state law, including the very regulations he signed and promoted in the aftermath of the #MeToo movement, according to a long-awaited and devastating report issued Tuesday by state Attorney General Tish James.

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Could GETTR become a breeding ground for right wing extremism?

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:48:12 -0000

Planning for the January 6 insurrection happened in fringe corners of the internet. POLITICO’s Mark Scott looks at the concern surrounding the new pro-Trump platform.

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Nation hits 70 percent vaccination goal amid surging Delta variant

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:45:22 -0000

The United States reached the milestone just shy of one month late.

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What to know about GETTR, the pro-Trump social network

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:44:50 -0000

POLITICO’s Mark Scott reports on the platform started by Trump’s inner circle.

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Florida Covid hospitalizations shatter record as DeSantis downplays threat

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:43:20 -0000

The head of Florida’s largest hospital association warned that the skyrocketing number of Covid hospitalizations is unlike anything the state has seen before — even as Gov. Ron DeSantis downplays the spike.

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How a pro-Trump platform became a haven for extremists

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:42:45 -0000

GETTR, the new platform started by members of the former president’s inner circle, is awash with beheading videos and extremist content. POLITICO’s Mark Scott reports.

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Infrastructure update

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:25:00 -0000

For a while now, the hottest ticket in town has been an invitation to Sen. Joe Manchin's houseboat. He’s entertained top White House officials like Ron Klain, but mostly he’s used the boat to bring together bipartisan groups of senators. But this week Manchin’s ongoing attempts to lubricate the gears of Congress with bonhomie aboard Almost Heaven, as the vessel is called, took a frightening turn when a vaccinated Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of his Saturday guests, tested positive for Covid-19.

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What to watch for in tonight’s special elections

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 15:19:54 -0000

The two special election primaries for Congress in Ohio today offer windows into each party a little more than six months into President Joe Biden's tenure — and Donald Trump's post-presidency.

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Poll: Slim majority in U.S. backs return of masking

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 20:38:11 -0000

A slim majority of Americans support a return to mask-wearing protocols amid renewed fears of getting seriously ill from Covid-19, according to a Monmouth University poll released Monday.

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NIH director: ‘We want to avoid lockdowns at all costs’

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 20:36:45 -0000

One of the nation’s top public health officials said Monday that the Biden administration was seeking “to avoid lockdowns at all costs” amid a precipitous rise in cases of the Covid-19 Delta variant that has prompted a reversal of federal masking guidance and resulted in more stringent coronavirus-related orders across the country.

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Ban Ki-moon's climate calling

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:44:50 -0000

During his tenure as the United Nations' Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon brought climate change to the top of the organization's agenda. Today, he recaps his work on this end with POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert.

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Why US solar companies want Biden to extend tariffs

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:44:42 -0000

Two American solar companies want the Biden administration to prolong a Trump-era tariff on imported materials that are critical for the green energy sector. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains why they want the tariffs extended.

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The pending work on climate, according to Ban Ki-moon

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:44:00 -0000

World leaders largely agree that climate change needs to be addressed in a domestic and international level. But former UN Secretary General Ban Ki-moon tells Lorraine Woellert the biggest country's actions need to meet their words.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:35:51 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Monday, August 2nd.

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Ocasio-Cortez calls Dems 'cowards' on eviction moratorium

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:30:54 -0000

With the lapsed moratorium on evictions now Washington’s latest political hot potato, House Democratic leadership sent out a joint statement Sunday night calling on the White House and CDC to extend the protections, and declaring that “action is needed and it must come from the Administration.”

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Trump’s name on the line in Ohio

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:23:54 -0000

POLITICO’s Scott Bland breaks down what you need to know about an Ohio primary marked by a Trump endorsement.

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Trump political groups have over $100M in the bank

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:23:23 -0000

Former President Donald Trump’s political committees brought in $82 million during the first half of 2021 and have $102 million in the bank, according to federal filings made public Saturday evening.

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A Democratic showdown in Ohio

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:59:31 -0000

Tuesday’s primary in Cleveland will be a test of how progressive Democratic voters are willing to go.

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Fauci: 'I don't think we're going to see lockdowns'

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:58:51 -0000

Fauci also warned, however, that "things are going to get worse" as the Delta variant continues to spread across the U.S.

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Why tomorrow’s Ohio primaries matter

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 14:58:25 -0000

POLITICO’s Scott Bland breaks down what’s at stake in tomorrow’s primaries in Ohio.

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Bernie's evolving dynamic with the progressive left

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 17:30:32 -0000

As the Senate Budget chair and a member of Sen. Chuck Schumer’s leadership team, the 79-year-old progressive is one of the most powerful people in Washington and finally has the opportunity he’s been waiting for his whole career: to pass a reconciliation bill with sweeping social reforms. If successful, the $3.5 trillion bill would be the biggest ever passed by Congress. The trick: Can he get it past the members of his own party?

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Bernie's big budget priorities

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 17:29:06 -0000

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Bernie's journey to Chairman of the Senate Budget Committee

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 17:28:27 -0000

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House Dems scramble to extend eviction moratorium

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 16:58:36 -0000

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and her leadership team are scrambling to nail down the votes for an eleventh-hour push to extend the federal eviction moratorium — likely to be the House’s final task before the departing for its lengthy August recess.

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Delta Donor Blues

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:35:44 -0000

The surging delta coronavirus variant isn’t just causing the return of masking mandates and the cancellation of return-to-office plans: Fundraising season in the Hamptons might also be derailed.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:34:41 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Friday, July 30th.

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Sinema’s vacation plans and Manchin gets booed

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:33:28 -0000

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema is not letting BIF or the reconciliation bill get in the way of her summer plans. When Chuck Schumer announced earlier this month that he might keep the Senate in session into August — delaying a previously scheduled recess in order to shepherd the two gigantic bills through the chamber — Sinema told the majority leader that she was not sticking around to vote, multiple Senate sources tell Playbook.

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Unintended consequences of the new CDC guidance

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 14:18:01 -0000

Some public health officials worry the new mask guidelines could lower confidence in vaccines. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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Biden rolls out aggressive plan to jump-start vaccination

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 14:17:57 -0000

President unveils vaccine requirement for many federal workers and urges sick leave and $100 payments for newly vaccinated.

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Cannabis companies bet on drinkable weed

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0000

POLITICO's Paul Demko explains why cannabis companies like California-based Cann are betting big on cannabis beverages, even though they're only projected to account for a measly 2% of marijuana sales in the U.S. this year.

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Senate Banking GOP stonewall Biden Treasury nominees over Nord Stream 2

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 21:31:47 -0000

Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee plan to block two Treasury nominations until the Biden administration reverses its position and implements further sanctions on the Nord Stream 2 pipeline, according to a letter they released Wednesday. POLITICO’s Carlos Prieto explains.

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Biden will let eviction ban expire

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 19:33:08 -0000

President Joe Biden will let a nationwide eviction moratorium lapse as scheduled on Saturday, despite pressure from Democrats and housing advocates who warned that a wave of people were at risk of losing their homes just as Covid-19 cases surge.

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U.S. jobless claims down 24,000

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:53:05 -0000

The number of Americans collecting unemployment benefits slid last week, another sign that the job market continues to recover rapidly from the coronavirus recession.

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U.S. economy grew at a 6.5% rate last quarter

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:52:58 -0000

Fueled by vaccinations and government aid, the U.S. economy grew at a solid 6.5% annual rate last quarter in another sign that the nation has achieved a sustained recovery from the pandemic recession. The total size of the economy has now surpassed its pre-pandemic level.

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The complicated message of the CDC’s new mask guidance

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:47:52 -0000

The agency is recommending vaccinated people in certain areas wear masks indoors. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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Fed's Powell suggests economy now Covid-proof

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:45:49 -0000

The Biden administration and U.S. lawmakers are growing increasingly worried about fallout from a new coronavirus surge, but when it comes to the potential risk to the economy, the Federal Reserve isn’t sweating it.

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How the CDC decided to change its mask guidance

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:44:59 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Banco gives the story behind the reversal.

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Vaccinated visitors from US to avoid quarantine in England

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:43:52 -0000

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:40:45 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Thursday, July 29th.

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Will people listen to the new CDC mask guidance?

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:40:39 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports on the challenge of getting people to mask up in rural communities.

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McConnell’s Herschel Walker problem

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:39:05 -0000

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell wants to flip the chamber in 2022. But one potential obstacle keeps coming up time and again: multiple Donald Trump-inspired candidates who might sweep their GOP primaries but go on to lose in the general election. Take Georgia: While Trump is all but begging NFL legend Herschel Walker to run against Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock, McConnell views Walker’s personal history as a vulnerability.

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Little hope for voting rights before SCOTUS

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 21:45:38 -0000

Environmentalists are picking up the fight against statewide voting rights bills. But a ruling earlier this year is making them pessimistic that the courts will be a factor in their favor. POLITICO's Gloria Gonzalez explains why.

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Climate activists' voting rights fight

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 21:43:40 -0000

The restrictive voting laws passed in dozens of states since the 2020 election could hurt nationwide pushes for climate policies. Today, POLITICO's Gloria Gonzalez explains why.

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New York to mandate vaccines or weekly testing for state workers

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 21:35:00 -0000

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Wednesday that state workers must be vaccinated or subject to weekly Covid-19 testing beginning next month. In addition, he said that all patient-facing health care workers in New York’s state-run hospitals must get vaccinated against Covid-19.

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FHFA unveils new eviction protections

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 18:25:46 -0000

Tenants of properties backed by Fannie Mae or Freddie Mac must be given 30 days' notice before being evicted for nonpayment of rent, the mortgage giants’ regulator announced Wednesday.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:09:12 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Wednesday, July 28th.

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The return of masks and the beginning of mandates

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:05:29 -0000

This was the week we stepped back in time when it comes to masks, and ditched carrots for sticks when it comes to vaccinations. Expect this to get politicized quickly with announcements in the coming days from states, cities, companies and political entities either embracing or condemning vaccine requirements.

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Problem for two Trump-endorsed candidates

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:04:03 -0000

In the special election runoff in Texas’s 6th District, Jake Ellzey defeated the Trump-endorsed candidate, Susan Wright. It's a pretty rough outcome for Trump in a district where his super PAC spent over $100,000 last weekend, according to the Dallas Morning News.

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Here’s who is challenging Newsom in the recall

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:36:25 -0000

POLITICO’s Jeremy B. White breaks down what you need to know about the candidates challenging California Gov. Gavin Newsom in the recall election.

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Senators reach $2B Capitol security deal after Jan. 6 drain

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:35:46 -0000

Without a deal, the U.S. Capitol Police will have trouble paying salaries starting next month and the National Guard will have to cut training.

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Will new Covid restrictions hurt Newsom in recall election?

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:35:11 -0000

Frustration over the pandemic fueled the recall effort in the first place. Could the Delta resurgence have an effect on the September vote? POLITICO’s Jeremy B. White reports.

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Democrats press Biden to extend eviction ban

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:33:52 -0000

The last-minute debate about whether to renew the moratorium a fifth time comes as the U.S. faces growing uncertainty about the impact of a resurgence in Covid-19 cases.

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Could Newsom really get kicked out of office?

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:33:02 -0000

Californians will decide Gov. Gavin Newsom’s fate in a recall election in September. POLITICO’s Jeremy B. White breaks down the state of the race.

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Democrats take aim at Biden’s Somalia airstrikes

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 23:50:05 -0000

‘A very dangerous precedent’: Democrats said the Biden administration did not have the authority to strike in Somalia.

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EPA rolls back Trump's coal discharge rule

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 20:45:36 -0000

On Monday, the EPA said they would be rolling back the Trump-era rule over coal discharges that allowed for more heavy metals to get in waterways. But the undoing won't happen overnight. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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Pushing for more to fight climate change

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 20:45:05 -0000

Progressive groups are happy to see Democrats finally act on climate. But many of them want way more. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains just how much more.

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What we know about the latest CDC mask guidance

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 18:49:29 -0000

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will recommend Tuesday that Americans wear masks indoors again, particularly in crowded indoor settings, according to three people with direct knowledge of the situation.

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Is the Fed fueling a financial bubble?

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:31:59 -0000

Lawmakers and experts are sounding the alarm. POLITICO’s Victoria Guida reports.

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Trump ally Tom Barrack pleads not guilty to foreign agent charges

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:31:45 -0000

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How the Fed propped up the economy during Covid

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 16:31:40 -0000

POLITICO’s Victoria Guida explains how the Fed has tried to keep the economy going during the pandemic.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:52:50 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Tuesday, July 27th.

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Kevin McCarthy's all-around bad day

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 15:50:30 -0000

This is going to be an all-around tough day for House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy — and to a large degree, it’s a self-inflicted predicament. The House’s Jan. 6 committee makes its debut this morning. And, for the first time across dozens of high-profile Trump-related oversight hearings, Republican leadership and allies will have no voice on the panel.

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Trump’s Texas test

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 21:00:23 -0000

The power of Trump’s endorsement is on the line in Texas on Tuesday, when Republicans Susan Wright and Jake Ellzey go head-to-head in the TX-06 runoff. Wright, the widow of the late Rep. Ron Wright, has Trump’s endorsement. But Ellzey has outspent her and has the backing of other prominent Texans.

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U.S. to maintain travel restrictions, citing Delta variant

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 21:00:15 -0000

The White House said Monday that the U.S. will maintain its current travel restrictions, citing the Delta variant and the rise in cases driven by the highly infectious form of the coronavirus.

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Pelosi taps Kinzinger to serve on Jan. 6 select panel

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 21:00:06 -0000

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi formally tapped Rep. Adam Kinzinger of Illinois — a rare Donald Trump antagonist in his party — to the select panel investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection as part of a boosted Republican presence.

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Why the Cuba protests are historic

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 20:45:53 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodríguez and Marc Caputo unpack the politics and history that are making this moment monumental.

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What's Biden's next move on Cuba?

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 20:41:20 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodríguez and Marc Caputo explore the various steps\ President Joe Biden could take to respond to the unrest in Cuba.

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How Cuban Americans are reacting to the Cuba protests

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 20:36:24 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodríguez and Marc Caputo dive into how Cuban Americans in Florida are reacting to the protests in Cuba.

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The wildland firefighter shortage

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 18:36:50 -0000

In the middle of this year's strong wildfire season, the federal government is realizing the difficulty of retaining crew members to fight the blazes across the country. Today, POLITICO's Ximena Bustillo, on why the firefighters are leaving the federal government.

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The stress on firefighters

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 18:35:56 -0000

Longer, busier wildfire seasons have stretched thin the ability of of state and federal officials to respond. Today, POLITICO's Ximena Bustillo on how the stress on firefighters.

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China stalls the G-20 climate goals

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 18:35:43 -0000

Last week, China led a push to stop the world's largest economies from divesting on coal and fossil fuels. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains why.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:30:35 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Monday, July 26th.

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What the BIF and Bennifer have in common

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:28:44 -0000

Earlier this year, two of the most unlikely pairings in America started on a journey that we here at Playbook have been watching closely: Bennifer and BIF. Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's first clandestine meetings were reported in the spring. Around that same time, some Republican senators began quietly meeting with their Democratic colleagues to discuss infrastructure. Both reunions were so improbable that they needed to be shrouded in secrecy lest they fall apart under the glare of public scrutiny. In the end, Bennifer went public before BIF. The couple made it “Instagram official” Saturday, but we’re still waiting to see the full details of the bipartisan infrastructure framework.

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The state of bipartisanship in Congress

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 14:17:14 -0000

While the Senate negotiates a bipartisan infrastructure package, partisanship is on full display in the House. POLITICO’s Kate Irby reports.

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French Senate approves vaccine passport despite protests

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 14:17:10 -0000

Despite growing protests, French lawmakers have moved a step closer to passing a bill that would introduce obligatory coronavirus vaccinations for certain professions and condition access to cultural and leisure spaces, as well as travel, on a health pass showing proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test.

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So where’s the infrastructure bill?

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 14:17:05 -0000

Biden announced a deal more than a month ago. So why's it taking so long for Senators to agree on a bill funding roads, bridges and broadband? POLITICO's Kate Irby reports.

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Arkansas governor warns of 'hardened' vaccine resistance

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 14:17:00 -0000

The Republican governor of Arkansas on Sunday said resistance to the coronavirus vaccine "has hardened" in some areas of the state, blaming the hesitancy on "false information" and "myths."

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The state of the bipartisan infrastructure package

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 14:16:49 -0000

Republicans killed an early vote on the bipartisan infrastructure bill in the Senate last week. POLITICO’s Kate Irby reports on what’s next.

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U.S. purchases 200M more doses of Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 20:18:36 -0000

The U.S. government has purchased another 200 million doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine to be delivered between October 2021 and April 2022, the companies announced Thursday.

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COVID cases are up 55% across the U.S.

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 20:17:34 -0000

Coronavirus infections are rising dramatically all over the U.S. as the highly contagious Delta variant spreads.

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House Freedom Caucus asks McCarthy to try to remove Pelosi as speaker

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:48:16 -0000

The conservative House Freedom Caucus is urging Kevin McCarthy to try to boot Nancy Pelosi from her position as speaker, a sign of further escalating tensions after the California Democrat vetoed two of the House Minority Leader’s GOP picks from the Jan. 6 select committee.

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Manger is named new chief of the U.S. Capitol Police

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 17:48:09 -0000

Thomas Manger was officially announced as the new chief of the U.S. Capitol Police on Thursday after a monthslong search to fill the role in a year of turmoil at the capitol.

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When will we hit debt doomsday?

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:46:34 -0000

The national debt is a ticking timebomb. Can Congress raise the limit before we default on our loans? POLITICO’s Jennifer Scholtes reports.

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The biggest winner of the infrastructure fight

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:46:32 -0000

No matter what happens to BIF, Pete Buttigieg has already won. The Iowa caucus winner-turned-Transportation secretary has redefined the backwater Cabinet position where Democrats typically plant their obligatory Republican senior official and vice versa (e.g. Obama/LaHood, Bush/Mineta). Buttigieg has assumed celebrity status in D.C., a mainstay of Playbook “spotteds”: In the past six months we’ve seen him riding his bike to work, hanging with Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at the dog park, waiting in line for ice cream, sitting next to President Joe Biden in the Oval Office and beamed into our living rooms giving off warm fuzzies about a pretty non-ideological issue: infrastructure.

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NFL: Covid outbreaks among unvaccinated players could mean forfeits

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:45:03 -0000

The prospect of canceled football games is a major step toward nudging players to get vaccinated without making it an outright requirement.

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What to know about the national debt

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:44:30 -0000

POLITICO’s Jennifer Scholtes breaks down the state of the national debt.

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Capitol physician considers recommending masks again due to Delta variant

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:43:43 -0000

The chief Capitol physician is weighing whether to recommend people wear masks inside the complex again.

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The national debt time bomb

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 14:41:45 -0000

The U.S. government’s debt could become a big problem at the end of the month. POLITICO’s Jennifer Scholtes reports.

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Weedcast: How the GOP is using ballot reforms to push back against marijuana wins

Fri, 23 Jul 2021 09:00:00 -0000

On this week's Weedcast, POLITICO's Mona Zhang looks at Idaho to explain a nationwide phenomenon: how conservative state lawmakers are changing the ballot initiative process to make marijuana decriminalization, and other liberal causes, harder to take to voters.

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U.S. military to shift to advisory role in Iraq by year’s end

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 21:04:01 -0000

U.S. and Iraqi officials are finalizing a shift in the U.S. military mission in Iraq to a purely advisory role by the end of the year, marking the official end of the U.S. combat mission in the country, according to a U.S. official and two people familiar with the issue.

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U.S. jobless claims rise from a pandemic low

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:53:14 -0000

The number of Americans seeking unemployment benefits rose last week from the lowest point of the pandemic, even as the job market appears to be rebounding on the strength of a reopened economy.

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Europe's climate policy blind spot

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:12:47 -0000

The European Union is a leader in the world on lowering greenhouse gas emissions. But recent floods tested an area where the EU's plan to survive climate change. POLITICO Europe's climate change has more.

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The missed warnings in Europe's floods

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 18:09:26 -0000

Over the last weekend, large floods hit thousands in Western Europe. But while the floods were uncontrollable, POLITICO's Karl Mathiesen reports many deaths could have been prevented.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 16:09:25 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington on Thursday, July 22nd.

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How to get Americans back to work

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:54:15 -0000

Millions lost jobs during the pandemic and are still unemployed or left the workforce. POLITICO’s Katherine Landergan talked with a panel of experts about what’s next.

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Harris to meet with DACA recipients after federal court ruling

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:53:25 -0000

The ruling raised the stakes for Democrats, who are looking to include immigration reform in a massive budget reconciliation package.

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Why so many Americans are still out of work

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:52:46 -0000

The economy is recovering, but millions are still out of jobs. POLITICO’s Katherine Landergan explains why.

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Biden taps telecom exec for Canada ambassador

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:52:08 -0000

David Cohen is a longtime senior executive at Comcast, a major American cable, internet and phone service provider headquartered in Philadelphia.

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The future of work is here

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 14:51:08 -0000

Some jobs are gone. Others have changed forever. POLITICO’s Katherine Landergan reports.

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Olympics leader Anita DeFrantz on all the things that could go wrong at the Tokyo Games

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 21:50:33 -0000

POLITICO's Ryan Heath asks Anita DeFrantz, a former Olympic rower and member of the International Olympic Committee, about everything that's on the line with the Tokyo Olympics, from the chance of a super-spreader event to why she opposes podium protests.

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Biden diverges with Canada, extends border restrictions

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 17:51:20 -0000

The Biden administration renewed its restrictions at the U.S.-Canada land border Wednesday for at least another month in a move that signals a new divergence between the neighbors in public-health policy at the frontier.

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State, local officials struggle to distribute federal rental assistance

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 17:51:13 -0000

State and local officials disbursed $1.5 billion in federal rental assistance in June, the Treasury Department reported Wednesday morning, bringing the total rental aid distributed over the first six months of the year to a little over $3 billion — about 6.5 percent of the total aid Congress has allocated.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 15:09:59 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington, D.C on Wednesday, July 21st.

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‘Reckless tax and spending spree’ — The GOP battle plan takes shape

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 15:07:31 -0000

Over the weekend, aides to Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate GOP Conference Chair John Barrasso and NRSC Chair Rick Scott huddled to devise a counterattack against Democrats’ $3.5 trillion reconciliation behemoth. Expect to hear one phrase in particular from Republicans over and over this summer: “reckless tax and spending spree.”

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What to expect from the Jan. 6 committee

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:24:19 -0000

The probe is set to get underway next week. POLITICO’s Olivia Beavers reports.

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What to know about the GOP picks for the Jan. 6 committee

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:21:54 -0000

McCarthy has made his selections. POLITICO’s Olivia Beavers breaks down everything you need to know about them.

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Biden taps progressives’ favorite for DOJ antitrust post

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:20:33 -0000

President Joe Biden has picked Jonathan Kanter to serve as the Justice Department’s assistant attorney general for antitrust, in a major win for progressive Democrats who accused the agency of failing to aggressively pursue major tech companies’ anti-competitive and privacy violations.

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How we broke Jan. 6 committee GOP selection story

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 14:19:37 -0000

POLITICO’s Olivia Beavers tells the story behind the scoop.

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The behind-the-scenes arguments for and against student loan debt relief on Capitol Hill

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 21:47:51 -0000

$1.6 trillion — that's how much student loan debt there is in the United States. Progressives want to cancel student loan debt. Republicans say that's wildly unfair. And President Joe Biden is....waiting. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and education reporter Michael Stratford discuss how the fight over forgiving student loan debt is playing out on Capitol Hill.

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The rising cost of higher education

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 21:47:03 -0000

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The generational divide in the fight over student loan debt

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 21:46:16 -0000

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Japanese prime minister says the world needs to see a safe Olympics

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 20:03:09 -0000

The world needs to see that Japan can stage a safe Olympics, the country’s prime minister told sports officials Tuesday ahead of the Tokyo Games.

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The 5 GOP picks for Jan. 6 select committee

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 19:57:42 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy has chosen his five GOP appointees for the Democrat-led select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

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Congress' moves to remove lead pipes

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 16:41:01 -0000

The Biden administration wants Congress to make lead pipe removal a priority. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider on the legislative pieces moving along to get this done.

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A reconciliation plan against lead pipes

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 16:39:50 -0000

Democrats have a plan to address lead pipes through their infrastructure and reconciliation packages. But this ambitions may not meet President Biden's goal. POLITICO's Annie Snider and Anthony Adragna explain.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:15:28 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar in Washington D.C on Tuesday, July 20th.

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Banks gets his leadership audition

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 15:14:33 -0000

It’s no secret that Rep. Jim Banks is ambitious. The Indiana Republican and leader of the Republican Study Committee has had his eye on the House Republican Conference chairmanship for a while now and would likely make a play for the post if Elise Stefanik only serves one term, as she has said she would. Now House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is giving the third-term lawmaker and member of the U.S. Navy Reserve an audition: ranking Republican on the Jan. 6 select panel.

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Could Afghanistan end up being a loss for the Biden admin?

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:18:28 -0000

Biden bet big on diplomacy. But Taliban advances are complicating things. POLITICO’s Alex Ward reports.

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Judge hands down first felony sentence tied to Capitol riot

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:17:37 -0000

Paul Hodgkins, 38, was sentenced to prison for eight months for obstructing Congress’ effort to tabulate and certify the electoral vote.

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Was the war in Afghanistan a waste?

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 14:17:27 -0000

POLITICO’s Alex Ward looks back on 20 years of war in Afghanistan.

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Canada to open border Aug. 9 to fully vaccinated U.S. travelers

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 22:02:48 -0000

Canada will ease border restrictions for fully vaccinated, discretionary travelers from the United States on Aug. 9 before loosening the Covid-19 measures for those from other countries on Sept. 7.

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Senate Democrats propose requiring women to register for military draft

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 21:16:28 -0000

Senate Democrats are proposing a sweeping rewrite of the military draft laws aimed at requiring women to register for the Selective Service System, according to a draft authored by Senate Armed Services Chair Jack Reed and obtained by POLITICO.

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Attorney general sets new limits for when the DOJ can seize reporters' records

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 21:16:20 -0000

The Department of Justice will no longer use compulsory legal processes to seize information from people working in the news media who are acting “within the scope of their newsgathering activities,” Attorney General Merrick Garland announced in a memo on Monday.

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OPEC+ agrees to end oil production cuts

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 18:44:21 -0000

Over the weekend, the world's oil cartel finally agreed on a timeline to end the cuts to crude production caused by the pandemic. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has the details.

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The tricky timing around FERC's transmission plans

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 18:42:46 -0000

Last week, the chair of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission said he hopes the agency will finalize a crucial transmission planning rule by next year. But his announcement comes at a critical time for the agency's board composition. POLITICO's Gloria Gonzalez explains why.

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FERC's transmission plans

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 18:41:23 -0000

Last week, FERC chair Rich Glick said he wants the agency to finish a new transmission planning rule soon. Doing so is critical so the agency can keep up with Biden's green energy push. POLITICO's Gloria Gonzalez has more.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:33:41 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar today in Washington D.C on Monday, July 19th.

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Schumer channels his inner McConnell

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:32:28 -0000

Chuck Schumer seems to be channeling Mitch McConnell these days. The Senate majority leader is taking a gamble worthy of his predecessor by scheduling two major deadlines this week to force action on President Joe Biden's agenda. The hardball move is meant to test whether Republicans who say they want bipartisanship mean it — but also to strong-arm his own ideologically diverse caucus into line on the massive, Democrats-only reconciliation bill.

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A long way from Appalachia

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:29:17 -0000

Ohio GOP Senate hopeful J.D. Vance as in the Hamptons on Saturday night mingling with GOP titans of industry. Jim Tisch, Rebekah Mercer, Steven Price and Heather Higgins were among those who came out to support the “Hillbilly Elegy” author at a fundraiser in Southampton.

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Appeals court allows CDC to enforce plan on resuming cruises

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:31:21 -0000

The 11th Circuit's stay order puts on hold a courtroom victory that Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis won last month.

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Can celebrities save us from Covid?

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:30:45 -0000

Celebrities, ranging from pop star Olivia Rodrigo to rapper Juvenile, are trying to encourage their fans to get vaccinated. POLITICO Playbook’s Eugene Daniels reports.

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Merkel pledges stronger post-flood focus on ‘climate protection’

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:29:48 -0000

German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Sunday promised a stronger government focus on climate protection following the deadly floods that have ravaged parts of Germany and neighboring countries.

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Poll: Unvaccinated Americans least concerned about Delta variant

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 14:29:19 -0000

Less than half of those who have not been vaccinated are worried about the contagious Covid variant.

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How the student loan debt fight has become an issue of racial justice

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:12:27 -0000

$1.6 trillion — that's how much student loan debt there is in the United States. Progressives want to cancel student loan debt. Republicans say that's wildly unfair. And President Joe Biden is....waiting. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and education reporter Michael Stratford discuss how racial justice is a part of the fight over student loan relief.

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Where community colleges fit into the student loan fight

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:11:16 -0000

$1.6 trillion — that's how much student loan debt there is in the United States. Progressives want to cancel student loan debt. Republicans say that's wildly unfair. And President Joe Biden is....waiting. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and education reporter Michael Stratford discuss the fight on Capitol Hill over student loans why the Biden administration is championing community colleges.

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Student loan legislation vs. executive action

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:09:04 -0000

$1.6 trillion — that's how much student loan debt there is in the United States. Progressives want to cancel student loan debt. Republicans say that's wildly unfair. And President Joe Biden is....waiting. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and education reporter Michael Stratford discuss the fight on Capitol Hill over student loans and why President Biden and the Department of Education are looking into executive action on student loan forgiveness.

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Biden's student loan promise comes due

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:07:13 -0000

$1.6 trillion — that's how much student loan debt there is in the United States. Progressives want to cancel student loan debt. Republicans say that's wildly unfair. And President Joe Biden is....waiting. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and education reporter Michael Stratford discuss the fight on Capitol Hill over student loans and why student loans are a popular rallying cry on the campaign trail.

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The lawmakers pushing Biden on student loan debt relief

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 19:04:12 -0000

$1.6 trillion — that's how much student loan debt there is in the United States. Progressives want to cancel student loan debt. Republicans say that's wildly unfair. And President Joe Biden is....waiting. Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri and education reporter Michael Stratford discuss the fight on Capitol Hill over student loans and who has Biden's ear.

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Weedcast: Wyden on the long-shot bid for legal weed

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:36:38 -0000

Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) is one of three Democratic Senators co-sponsoring a push for marijuana legalization, but they'll need to convince their party, Republicans and even the president. POLITICO's Natalie Fertig reports.

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Facebook blocks highly targeted Iran-linked hacking campaign

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:01:45 -0000

After posing as recruiters or fellow industry professionals, the hackers convinced victims to visit malicious websites that mimicked familiar domains.

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A deadly heatwave for farmworkers

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 16:00:57 -0000

POLITICO’s Ximena Bustillo looks at how the skyrocketing temperatures in the West are hurting agricultural workers.

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A record-breaking heatwave in the West

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 15:59:37 -0000

POLITICO’s Ximena Bustillo reports on the unprecedented heat wave and wildfires hitting the West.

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Caitlyn Jenner's reality TV campaign

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:29:36 -0000

It’s fair to wonder whether Caitlyn Jenner is running for governor of California or filming another reality show. Well, it turns out she’s doing a little bit of both. Jenner is showing up at campaign events and rallies with a film crew like famous candidates often do — but she’s also brought the crew to an interview with Sean Hannity and to an appearance at CPAC.

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Parliamentary games

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:28:20 -0000

A pair of stories up from CNN and POLITICO spotlight Democrats’ upcoming gambit to back-door immigration reform through the reconciliation process — Senate parliamentarian be damned. “Top Democrats, with the support of the White House, are planning to tuck a handful of immigration measures into their forthcoming $3.5 trillion spending bill. The tactic — which just months ago seemed like a long shot even to liberals — is now widely seen as President Joe Biden's best shot at confronting one of Washington’s policy leviathans and delivering on a decades-long party promise."

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How low can Black unemployment go?

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:26:13 -0000

USDA’s Gbenga Ajilore talks with POLITICO’s Victoria Guida about how our economic assumptions might be holding back Black Americans, and the country more broadly.

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Biden: Child tax credits will be among administration's top achievements

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 20:35:04 -0000

President Joe Biden said Thursday that the monthly child tax credits that Americans began receiving this week will be among his administration's proudest accomplishments, touting the payments as a game changer for middle-class and working-class families.

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Trump to host House GOP leader McCarthy at N.J. resort

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:23:54 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy will meet with Donald Trump at the former president's Bedminster resort in New Jersey on Thursday, Trump said in a statement distributed by his leadership PAC.

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Alabama military base 1st in U.S. to require troops show COVID vaccine proof

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 16:59:39 -0000

The commanding general of Fort Rucker has announced that the Alabama military base will require service members not wearing face masks "to show proof of vaccination" while on duty to combat rising COVID-19 cases.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:52:33 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar today in Washington D.C on Thursday, July 15th.

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McConnell weighs giving Biden a bipartisan win

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:51:37 -0000

Other than questioning its financing, [Senate Minority Leader MITCH] MCCONNELL has aired little criticism of the bipartisan agreement to fund roads, bridges and other physical infrastructure, even as he panned Democrats’ separate spending plans on Wednesday as ‘wildly out of proportion’ given the nation’s inflation rate.

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McCarthy’s big Jan. 6 decision

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:49:50 -0000

Back in 2019, when the House Intelligence Committee was about to kick off public hearings for Donald Trump's first impeachment, Trump and his allies pressed Kevin McCarthy to yank centrist Republicans from the panel and install the president’s most vocal allies instead. McCarthy wouldn’t do it.

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DOE invests in energy storage

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:47:04 -0000

On Wednesday, the Energy Department announced a plan to tackle the missing link keeping renewable energies from full reliability. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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The EU's carbon tariffs

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:46:19 -0000

Yesterday, the European Union announced the European Green Deal, a road map to slash emissions by 2030. The plan includes a tariff on imports from countries with poorer climate policies, and POLITICO's Zack Colman reports the US is among them.

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Justice Breyer says he hasn't decided on retirement plans

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:31:06 -0000

The 82-year-old has recently faced pressure to step down or resign, including from some of his former clerks.

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Why Japan is behind on vaccinations

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:28:46 -0000

Roughly 20 percent of the country has been vaccinated ahead of the Olympics. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath explains why.

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How to pull off the Olympics in a pandemic

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:28:13 -0000

No spectators, no problem — right? If only it were that simple. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath reports.

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Tokyo’s state of emergency complicates the Olympics

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 14:27:20 -0000

The Olympic host city is under a state of emergency. POLITICO’s Ryan Heath reports.

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Health costs of gun violence exceed $1 billion a year

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 21:59:01 -0000

Treating firearm-related injuries in the U.S. costs more than $1 billion annually, with public health programs like Medicaid picking up most of the tab, according to new Government Accountability Office estimates shared with POLITICO.

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Biden unmoved on marijuana legalization despite Schumer legislation

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:47:01 -0000

President Joe Biden still opposes marijuana legalization, White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Wednesday, putting him at odds with Democratic leadership on Capitol Hill as it advances legislation to end the federal prohibition on pot.

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What’s next for the U.S. and Cuba

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:45:50 -0000

The White House says it supports the thousands of Cubans who have taken to the streets to protest an oppressive regime, but it’s unclear what the next steps are for Cuba policy. POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez reports.

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Senate narrowly confirms Su as deputy Labor secretary

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:44:35 -0000

The Senate voted along party lines Tuesday to confirm California's top labor official, Julie Su, as deputy Labor secretary.

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Cuba’s protests force Biden’s hand

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:44:04 -0000

The White House had hoped to keep its distance. But after thousands of Cubans took to the streets in historic protests this weekend, the communist-run island nation is becoming an unavoidable foreign policy issue. POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez reports.

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Biden ramps up drilling permits

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:17:28 -0000

Despite the White House's messaging on climate change, the administration has approved a staggering amount of permits for drilling on federal lands. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Fixing Texas' grid

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:16:37 -0000

On Tuesday, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas unveiled its plan to fix the state's power transmission issues. POLITICO's Eric Wolff has the details.

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The Texas grid's grievances

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 20:15:46 -0000

Texas likes to run its energy market independently: the state produces, transports, and consumes most of its own power. But the state's system alarms have been blinking for a while. POLITICO's Eric Wolff explains why.

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Biden directs evacuation flights for Afghan interpreters to begin late July

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:50:36 -0000

President Joe Biden has directed evacuation flights for Afghan interpreters and other nationals who helped the U.S. military during the 20-year conflict beginning in late July, according to a senior administration official.

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Biden nominates ex-GOP Sen. Jeff Flake as ambassador to Turkey

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 14:22:13 -0000

Flake served as one of several prominent GOP surrogates for Biden during the 2020 presidential campaign.

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An historic moment in Cuba

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 14:18:19 -0000

Cubans took to the streets over the weekend to protest an oppressive regime. POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez reports.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:30:01 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar today in Washington D.C on Wednesday, July 14th.

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Agencies warn U.S. firms that Xinjiang links could violate federal law

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:11:46 -0000

A half dozen federal agencies issued a stern warning to American businesses on Tuesday: Pull out of China's Xinjiang region or risk violating U.S. law.

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Jill Biden to lead U.S. delegation to Olympic opening ceremonies

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:00:45 -0000

First lady Jill Biden will head to Tokyo later this month as the head of the U.S. delegation to the Summer Olympics opening ceremony.

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Biden picks former West Virginia health official as drug czar

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:00:37 -0000

The Biden administration is tapping Rahul Gupta as its top drug policy official, charging the former West Virginia public health commissioner with leading federal efforts to combat a spiraling addiction crisis, according to three sources with knowledge.

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The benefits of a CES

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:48:37 -0000

A new Harvard study compares the benefits of an ambitious clean energy standard to those of other aggressive climate policies. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has details on how the CES fared.

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Why truck manufacturers are wary of California's plan

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:48:30 -0000

Last year, California unveiled a plan to shift its trucks to all electric. But manufacturers aren't so sure the plan is viable. POLITICO's Ry Rivard explains why.

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Two states push for clean trucks

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:48:24 -0000

California has an ambitious plan to transition the state's truck fleet to electric. And New Jersey wants to hitch a ride on the opportunity. POLITICO's Ry Rivard has more.

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Can Congress free Britney?

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:57:36 -0000

The 'Free Britney' movement has a new fan base on Capitol Hill. But how much can Congress actually do to crack down on what critics call toxic guardianships? POLITICO’s Marianne LeVine reports.

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Top U.S. officials see booster shots as inevitable

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:56:56 -0000

The internal deliberations have stretched on for months as health officials watch for signs of waning immunity among high-risk groups.

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A bipartisan interest in Britney Spears and toxic conservatorship

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:56:25 -0000

Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle are taking an interest in the pop star’s conservatorship case. POLITICO’s Marianne LeVine reports.

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Senate confirms Jen Easterly as head of U.S. cyber agency

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:55:40 -0000

Easterly, a former senior NSA and White House official, brings a combination of military, intelligence and business experience to the helm of an overwhelmed agency.

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Britney Spears’ conservatorship, explained

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:53:43 -0000

POLITICO’s Marianne LeVine breaks down what you need to know about the pop star’s legal guardianship case.

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Top U.S. officials see booster shots as inevitable

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:53:17 -0000

The internal deliberations have stretched on for months as health officials watch for signs of waning immunity among high-risk groups.

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Britney Spears’ conservatorship, explained

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:52:48 -0000

POLITICO’s Marianne LeVine breaks down what you need to know about the pop star’s legal guardianship case.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:39:54 -0000

Here's what's on the calendar today in Washington D.C on Tuesday, July 13th.

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GOP Senators go wobbly on BIF

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 14:10:50 -0000

It was after 9 p.m. on Friday, and staff for the bipartisan Senate infrastructure working group were hammering out legislative text over Zoom. Suddenly, the girlfriend of a staffer for Sen. Angus King walked into the room to announce they had a visitor. In walked the senator himself to thank those on the call for their hard work.

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FDA expected to add Guillain-Barre syndrome warning to J&J Covid shot

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 20:29:06 -0000

FDA is preparing to add a warning to Johnson & Johnson’s Covid-19 vaccine after receiving preliminary reports of patients developing the rare neurological condition Guillain-Barré syndrome after receiving the shot, a senior CDC official confirmed to POLITICO.

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Top U.S. general in Afghanistan to step down Monday

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 17:39:49 -0000

The top U.S. general in Afghanistan will step down on Monday, marking the symbolic end to America's 20-year war, two defense officials confirmed to POLITICO.

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Biden backs anti-government protests in Cuba

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 17:39:41 -0000

President Joe Biden said Monday he supports the Cuban people and their "clarion call for freedom and relief.”

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$12 thousand to move to West Virginia? It's complicated.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 17:20:14 -0000

With disappearing jobs and a fleeing population, West Virginia is trying to entice white-collar workers to move in from out of state. But the plan isn't sitting right with some residents. POLITICO's Mackenzie Mays reports.

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Poll: Americans sharply divided over vaccine mandates

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 17:19:16 -0000

The deepening split shows how difficult it may be for businesses and schools to require shots.

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Why West Virginia’s population is disappearing

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 17:18:42 -0000

POLITICO’s Mackenzie Mays explains why West Virginia’s population is declining.

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Exxon's green wake up call

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:11:16 -0000

When Engine 1 challenged Exxon Mobil's leadership over the company's climate strategy, their message was clear: climate change will hurt your bottom line. Today, POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert, on why that message worked.

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How Engine 1 beat Exxon

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:10:53 -0000

In May, a small, sustainability-minded group of investors beat Exxon Mobil at their own game and got 3 seats on the company's board. Today, POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert, on how the small investors made it.

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Europe's emissions cartel

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:10:13 -0000

Last week, the European Commission dealt a billion dollar fine to two auto giants over an antitrust scheme that slowed emissions-lowering technology. POLITICO's Carlos Prieto has more.

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Being Transgender in Office

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 20:15:05 -0000

What is it like to run for office and serve as a transgender politician? That’s exactly what a panel of transgender representatives reflected on during a POLITICO Live panel, hosted by Renu Rayasam, the author of the POLITICO Nightly newsletter.

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How the 'burbs turned blue — and what the GOP can do about it

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 19:45:44 -0000

How worried should the GOP be about losing the suburbs in 2022? On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, Playbook's Eugene Daniels and Zack Stanton dig into a case study — Oakland County, Michigan — a once-red, now solidly blue area, and what it tells us about what the Republican Party should or shouldn't do about the suburbs this election cycle.

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Red to purple to blue: The story of a Republican suburb

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 19:45:25 -0000

On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast: It's all about the suburbs. Playbook's Eugene Daniels and Zack Stanton talk about whether the GOP shedding suburbs like the once-ruby red Oakland County Michigan is a warning light for Trumpism.

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Inside the suburban GOP collapse

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 19:45:10 -0000

Michigan’s Oakland County, once a Republican stronghold, is turning blue. On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast: Playbook's Eugene Daniels and Zack Stanton hear from Former Michigan GOP leader Jeff Timmer about what he thinks losing this stronghold says about the strength of a Republican electoral map.

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What's in the Texas election reform bill?

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 19:31:30 -0000

Nightly's Renuka Rayasam and voting rights reporter Zach Montellaro talk about the Texas GOP's latest efforts to reform elections and how it fits into the broader fight over voting rights in the country.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:48:25 -0000

Here's the agenda for those in Washington D.C on Friday, July 9th.

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Antitrust the process

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:46:37 -0000

The White House is scheduled to issue an executive order Friday to promote competition throughout the U.S. economy in the most ambitious effort in generations to reduce the stranglehold of monopolies and concentrated markets in major industries.

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A surge of young Senate candidates

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:12:49 -0000

A slew of Millennial candidates are running in the 2022 midterms. POLITICO’s James Arkin reports.

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Harris announces $25 million expansion of voting campaign

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:12:44 -0000

The announcement arrives as a slew of states are implementing restrictive voting laws.

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Why Senators tend to be older

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:12:39 -0000

This is the oldest Senate in American history. POLITICO’s James Arkin explains why.

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The Senate is pretty old. That could change

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:05:19 -0000

A surge of Millennial candidates could change the chamber’s generational makeup after the 2022 midterms. POLITICO’s James Arkin reports.

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Delta variant said to be far more widespread than federal estimates

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 21:12:26 -0000

The more-transmissible Delta coronavirus variant is believed to be significantly more widespread than the current federal projections, according to two senior Biden administration health officials with knowledge of the situation.

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Kids and tax cuts: Why Dems need a sales pitch to seal a major Biden win

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 19:44:36 -0000

Democrats passed a child tax credit that will represent thousands of dollars for American families. Now, they have to sell it.

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Tokyo Olympics to be held without fans

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:51:23 -0000

The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, which start on July 23, will be held without spectators due to a new state of emergency over COVID-19 in the Japanese capital.

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Global Covid deaths hit 4 million

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:51:16 -0000

The global death toll from Covid-19 eclipsed 4 million Wednesday as the crisis increasingly becomes a race between the vaccine and the highly contagious delta variant.

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The private sector goes to bat for a CES

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:09:08 -0000

A clean electricity standard model has risen as a way for America's energy to transition to renewables. Democrats on the Hill and at the White House favor it, and it seems like some of America's largest corporations do too. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Biden's agenda and the gas prices

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 18:08:22 -0000

Republicans are looking at the high prices nationwide and blaming President Biden's green agenda. But POLITICO's Matthew Choi reports the two are largely unrelated.

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Why gas prices are way up

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:36:37 -0000

This summer, gas prices are up considerably more than in years past. POLITICO's Matthew Choi explains what's behind the surge.

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The gas price surge

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:36:30 -0000

As the summer rolls on, gas prices nationwide are spiking up after a year of unusually low costs. POLITICO's Matthew Choi has more.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:21:44 -0000

Here's the agenda for those in Washington D.C on Thursday, July 8th.

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BIF, Delta, Russia, Afghanistan — Is Biden doing enough?

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:20:53 -0000

With Congress gone, Joe Biden, our low-key president, has been the main story in Washington. He’s already addressed two major issues this week: how to respond to the Delta Covid-19 variant, and attempting to sell the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework and his American Families Plan to Trump-voting skeptics in Illinois. Today, he grapples with two big foreign policy dilemmas: He’ll receive an update in the Situation Room about Afghanistan and then address the public about the American withdrawal. He also told reporters Wednesday he would decide today what to do about the recent Russian cyberattacks.

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36 states, D.C. sue Google for alleged antitrust violations

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:34:47 -0000

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Guns, vaccines and barbershops

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:34:42 -0000

As vaccination rates slow, the White House is turning to a hyper-local strategy. But so far it’s not taking off in communities where people are more concerned about gun violence than the pandemic. POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki reports.

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Remaining metal fencing around Capitol set to come down

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:34:38 -0000

Removal could start as soon as Friday and finish within three days.

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Biden’s Covid vaccine push crashes into reality

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:34:33 -0000

Biden missed his July Fourth vaccination goal. Now, his administration is pushing to reach communities on the ground. But progress is slow. POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki reports.

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The harsh realities the White House’s vaccine campaign is up against

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 14:33:22 -0000

POLITICO’s Natasha Korecki explains why progress is slow on the White House’s community outreach effort with Covid vaccines.

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Trump plans class action suit against Twitter, Facebook

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:32:55 -0000

Former President Donald Trump said Wednesday he intends to file class action lawsuits against the leaders of Facebook, Twitter and Google after he was booted off their platforms in January.

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Haitian president assassinated at home

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:32:41 -0000

Haitian President Jovenel Moïse was assassinated in an attack on his private residence early Wednesday, according to a statement from the country’s interim prime minister, who called the killing a “hateful, inhumane and barbaric act."

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The big players in a global plastic policy

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:55:05 -0000

It took decades for a global agreement on climate change to take place. Now, some world leaders want to try a similar approach to limit the planet's use of plastics. Today, POLITICO's Eline Schaart describes the big players in this issue.

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A global plastic policy?

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:53:21 -0000

As the fight for a clean environment and against climate change intensifies, many countries are also urging for a global push to curb the use of plastics. POLITICO's Eline Schaart has more.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:49:38 -0000

Here's the agenda for those in Washington D.C on Wednesday, July 7th.

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Putin ignores Biden’s tough talk

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:48:47 -0000

Back when Biden’s aides were debating whether to have a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, the pro-meeting side argued that if he ignored Putin, the Russian leader was more likely to act out and create headaches for the new administration. A little engagement and attention, the argument went, might forestall the worst behavior. So far, it’s hard to see how Putin has reined in anything since the Geneva one-on-one with Biden.

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The NYC Mayoral Primary comes to a close

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:47:56 -0000

Biden did not endorse in the race and he wasn’t a major issue in the election, but in some ways the victor of the Democratic primary in the NYC mayoral race was the most Biden-like candidate: someone who avoided lefty pieties about difficult issues (like crime); who bucked the white progressive establishment that he saw as out of touch with the party’s multiracial base; who was in some ways a throwback to the old machine politics. He was a candidate who (alleged) political experts underestimated, and who emerged victorious after voters flirted with flashier alternatives.

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The group most vulnerable to wildfires

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:44:28 -0000

The destruction of wildfires across the West tends to impact a particular group much more than others. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman, on why state and national programs fail to aid this specific community.

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The housing crisis exposing Latinos to wildfires

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:44:17 -0000

Out in the West, affordable homes tend to be the most viable option for Latinos. They also tend to be the most exposed to wildfire damage. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman, on how the lack of housing policies exacerbates this issue.

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FTC staffers told to back out of public appearances

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:35:30 -0000

“The American public needs this agency solving problems, not speaking on panels," an FTC official told POLITICO.

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Delta variant makes up more than half of Covid cases in U.S., CDC says

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:33:03 -0000

The sharp jump underscores the extent to which the Delta variant has spread throughout the country and raises questions about how the Biden administration plans to contain it at the national level.

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CDC appeals ruling shooting down Florida cruise restrictions

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:32:30 -0000

The CDC is appealing a federal court’s decision last month preventing it from imposing pandemic-related restrictions on cruise ships.

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Biden set to order stricter rules for competition in ag

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:31:53 -0000

The Biden administration is moving forward with several regulations aimed at enhancing protections for farmers and ranchers against unfair practices by large meatpackers and other agribusinesses.

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BioNTech/Pfizer vaccine less effective at preventing Delta coronavirus cases: study

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 21:00:57 -0000

The BioNTech/Pfizer vaccine appears less effective at preventing COVID-19 cases resulting from the Delta coronavirus variant but remains highly effective at preventing hospitalization, according to early data from Israel.

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U.S. completes 90 percent of Afghanistan withdrawal

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 21:00:46 -0000

The U.S. military has completed 90 percent of President Joe Biden's promised Afghanistan withdrawal, U.S. Central Command announced on Tuesday.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:47:23 -0000

Here's the agenda for those in Washington D.C on Tuesday, July 6th.

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Republicans weigh 'cracking' cities to doom Democrats

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:46:17 -0000

A tough decision faces Republican-controlled legislatures as they redraw congressional maps for the next decade: whether to push their luck on gaining more seats by splicing up Democratic strongholds in red states, i.e., carving up cities like Louisville, Ky., Nashville, Tenn., and Omaha, Neb.

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The issue Joe Biden doesn’t want to talk about

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 17:45:03 -0000

With the House and Senate on break, President Joe Biden will be at the center of political coverage this week — and the three big Biden stories are Afghanistan, Covid-19 and infrastructure. All three issues share something in common: They are monumental policy and political challenges with enormous long-term consequences for America (and the world). Six months into his presidency, there has been major progress on all three issues, but no final resolution. In each case, a reversal of fortunes or outright failure is still possible.

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The gulf catches fire (yes, really)

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:54:04 -0000

Over the weekend, a fire in the middle of the Gulf of Mexico burned for about 5 hours following a gas pipeline leak. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more details.

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The complexity of a global plastic policy

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 16:53:50 -0000

Plastics are everywhere. But getting them out of every country is going to be a long, gradual process. POLITICO's Eline Schaart has more details on how a global plastic approach would be different around the world.

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The transgender athlete case that could go to the Supreme Court

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:31:33 -0000

In a case that could end up in the Supreme Court, Alliance Defending Freedom, a conservative nonprofit, is suing Connecticut’s high school sports authority and five school boards over their policy that allows transgender students to participate on women’s sports teams. POLITICO’s Bianca Quilantan reports.

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Boris Johnson announces lifting of England’s COVID restrictions for July 19

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:31:27 -0000

Critics say the move is a gamble as cases rise.

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The legal battle over transgender athlete bans

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:31:23 -0000

POLITICO’s Bianca Quilantan reports on three key challenges to state laws banning transgender athletes from school sports.

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Fauci frets 'avoidable' Covid-19 deaths among unvaccinated people

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:31:16 -0000

Anthony Fauci lamented the “avoidable and preventable” deaths among people who are unvaccinated against the coronavirus now that vaccines are widely available in the United States.

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Where new transgender athlete bills are taking effect

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:31:01 -0000

A slate of transgender athlete restrictions are taking hold in conservative states. POLITICO’s Bianca Quilantan reports.

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The GOP divide on cannabis policy

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0000

Even though marijuana is seeing a popularity boom in conservative states, that popularity is not breaking through with GOP Senators on Capitol Hill. Cannabis reporter Natalie Fertig and Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri discuss the growing cannabis dissonance between Republican senators and the voters in their home states, and why Chuck Schumer shouldn't bee optimistic about passing federal cannabis legalization.

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Cannabis policy on Capitol Hill

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0000

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What cannabis lobbying looks like

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 14:00:00 -0000

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The generational divide on cannabis policy

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 13:00:00 -0000

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Black farmers still come in last for USDA loans

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 20:00:00 -0000

A data analysis by POLITICO shows Black farmers had the lowest acceptance rate for so-called Direct Loans from USDA for the past four years. Now, the department is working to address the barriers to entry for programs and loans for farmers of color.

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Gaetz pushes Biden to defend sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson after marijuana suspension

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 18:42:38 -0000

Republican congressman Matt Gaetz says that he opposes sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson's suspension over a positive marijuana test, pushing President Biden to do the same. The Republican congressman has long advocated for marijuana legalization and decriminalization.

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The people for and against cannabis legalization on Capitol Hill

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 15:00:00 -0000

Even though marijuana is seeing a popularity boom in conservative states, that popularity is not breaking through with GOP Senators on Capitol Hill. Cannabis reporter Natalie Fertig and Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri discuss the growing cannabis dissonance between Republican senators and the voters in their home states, and where the fault lines on cannabis policy are on Capitol Hill.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:31:57 -0000

Here's the agenda for those in Washington D.C on Friday, July 2nd.

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The moderate House Republican dilemma

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:30:59 -0000

The Supreme Court’s ruling in a Voting Rights Act case Thursday may appear modest in scope and subdued in rhetoric, but it will have a sweeping impact — undercutting efforts to challenge a slew of new laws Republican-led states have passed imposing new restrictions on the ballot, lawyers and civil rights activists said.

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July 2, 2021: POLITICO Policy Briefing

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:28:33 -0000

The Supreme Court passes on a transgender bathroom challenge. The United States and Taiwan hold trade talks for the first time since 2016. And, supplies of critical medical products in the Strategic National Stockpile are still well below federal targets more than 18 months after the coronavirus first emerged in the United States

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Justice Clarence Thomas comments on cannabis

Fri, 02 Jul 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Even though marijuana is seeing a popularity boom in conservative states, that popularity is not breaking through with GOP Senators on Capitol Hill. Cannabis reporter Natalie Fertig and Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri discuss the growing cannabis dissonance between Republican senators and the voters in their home states, and recent remarks conservative Justice Clarence Thomas made on federal cannabis policy.

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Global tax deal reached despite vocal opposition

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:04:40 -0000

The world’s largest economies agreed Thursday to sweeping changes to the global tax system, despite staunch opposition from low-tax regimes like Barbados, Ireland and Hungary.

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The White House's push for CES

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:04:12 -0000

Yesterday, the White House announced it would be pushing for a clean energy standard and other climate provisions to be included in the upcoming reconciliation bill. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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The heatwave and the GOP's climate caucus

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:03:09 -0000

As the Pacific Northwest lived through some of its highest temperatures on record, Republicans in Congress finally created a caucus aimed at discussing climate solutions. But POLITICO's Zack Colman reports there's not a lot of new ideas brewing within this group.

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Under the heatdome

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 20:01:57 -0000

This week, the Pacific Northwest lived through some of the hottest temperatures ever recorded in the area. Today, POLITICO's Natalie Fertig on what it felt like.

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Team Trump quietly launches new social media platform

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 19:58:49 -0000

Former President Donald Trump’s team quietly launched a new social media platform on Thursday, billing it as an alternative to Big Tech sites.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:56:03 -0000

Here's the agenda for those in Washington D.C on Thursday, July 1st.

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Trump emboldened by indictment news

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:54:56 -0000

The former president was on a conference call with his advisers Monday discussing his favorite topic — revenge — when he was interrupted with an update on the Manhattan D.A.’s investigation. He would not be personally indicted, Trump was told — only Weisselberg and the Trump Organization would be. Trump was thrilled by what he saw as light charges, and according to one of the advisers on the call, his mind raced to 2024.

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The moderate House Republican dilemma

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 15:53:43 -0000

A vote on the House floor today will reveal how much chutzpah a group of moderate House Republicans have. Lawmakers will vote on a $715 billion surface transportation infrastructure bill (separate from the plan Biden just negotiated with Senate Republicans). Tucked inside are hundreds of millions of dollars in goodies sought by House Republicans in the form of earmarks, which were revived by House leaders this year after a yearslong ban.Yet Republicans are expected to vote overwhelmingly against the package, calling it a financial boondoggle — even as many of them reap the benefits.

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Federal judge blocks Florida's social media law

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:51:49 -0000

Conservatives had seized on the law as a way to combat perceived censorship by online platforms toward former President Donald Trump following the Jan. 6 Capitol riots.

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What the Delta variant could mean for the Covid situation

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:51:07 -0000

POLITICO’s David Lim looks at the problems the Delta variant could cause in the months ahead.

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House approves Jan. 6 riot probe as Dems fret over pro-Trump chaos agents

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:50:09 -0000

Two GOP lawmakers voted for a select panel on the Capitol attack, but Republicans might choose firebrand conservatives to undercut the effort.

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Do vaccines work on the Delta variant?

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:48:48 -0000

Pfizer and Moderna offer high levels of protection. We’re still waiting for data on Johnson & Johnson. POLITICO’s David Lim reports.

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FEMA changes rules for Covid-19 funeral aid program after outcry

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:47:41 -0000

The change could allow thousands of people whose relatives died early in the pandemic, before reliable testing was commonplace, to access the funeral aid program.

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What is the Delta variant?

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 14:46:47 -0000

POLITICO's David Lim breaks down what you need to know about the Delta variant of Covid-19.

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Former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld dies at 88

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 21:00:40 -0000

Donald Rumsfeld, the former defense secretary who ran the Pentagon when the U.S. launched wars against Iraq and Afghanistan, has died at the age of 88, his family announced Wednesday.

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House again passes bill to remove racist symbols from Capitol

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 20:15:12 -0000

The yearslong endeavor by Democrats passed in a 285-120 vote, with 67 Republicans crossing the aisle in support of the legislation.

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U.S., Taiwan hold first trade talks since 2016

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 18:32:06 -0000

The United States and Taiwan held trade talks on Wednesday for the first time since 2016, brushing aside China's objections to the renewed dialogue.

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Trump Organization expected to be charged Thursday

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 18:29:07 -0000

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Manhattan district attorney’s office is expected to charge the Trump Organization and its chief financial officer with tax-related crimes on Thursday, people familiar with the matter said, which would mark the first criminal charges against the former president’s company since prosecutors began investigating it three years ago.

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"No climate, no deal" gets louder

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 18:07:11 -0000

As the Senate's bipartisan infrastructure framework slowly turns into an actual bill, House progressives warn that they will not move a bill forward without securing aggressive climate action. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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PennEast's SCOTUS win

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 16:06:59 -0000

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court sided with a pipeline developer in a case that tested one of the first constitutional amendments. POLITICO's Alex Guillen has more.

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What PennEast means for future pipelines

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 16:06:52 -0000

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court sided with PennEast in a case that could define the future of other pipelines across the country. Today, POLITICO's Alex Guillen and Ry Rivard explain the implications for future pipelines.

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How to fight back against ransomware

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 16:04:05 -0000

POLITICO’s Sam Sabin reports on how the U.S. is responding to ransomware attacks from overseas.

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The anatomy of a ransomware attack

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:54:43 -0000

It starts with a note saying your files are being held captive. It ends with a big payout or a lengthy investigation. POLITICO’s Sam Sabin breaks down how ransomware attacks go down.

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SEC recruits New Jersey attorney general to lead enforcement

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:51:03 -0000

Gurbir Grewal will take the helm of SEC enforcement on July 26, after serving as New Jersey's top law enforcement official since 2018.

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Why you should’ve been freaking out about ransomware a while ago

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:48:40 -0000

A lot of us just opened our eyes to the threat of ransomware. POLITICO’s Sam Sabin has been watching them happen for years.

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The most expensive home for sale in DC

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:59:42 -0000

The single most expensive Washington, D.C. home listed for sale right now is the palatial Beaux Arts mansion owned by philanthropist — and friend of the Bidens — Adrienne Arsht. The nine-bedroom Normanstone home purchased for $12.25 million in 2015 is going for $18.5 million now. We were curious why Arsht, who regularly entertains D.C. elites at the 15,000-square-foot landmark, was selling the place. So we rang her up.

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Latest New York mayoral count voided after ‘test’ ballots included in tally

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:58:40 -0000

The New York City Board of Elections accidentally included results from a mock trial of the city's new ranked-choice voting system in unofficial primary returns released Tuesday — a snafu that threw the election process into chaos.

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Joe says no to double-dipping

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 13:57:38 -0000

The president said something really important the other day and nobody noticed. At his press conference celebrating the bipartisan infrastructure deal, JOE BIDEN suggested there would be no coming back for seconds: When it comes to spending on basic physical infrastructure (for roads, bridges, public transportation, etc.), the bipartisan deal is it. There will be no using the parallel, Democrats-only reconciliation package to spend more on those things than Republicans agreed to.

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House Armed Services will mark up military sexual assault bill in July

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 20:53:53 -0000

The House Armed Services Committee will consider standalone legislation that would overhaul how the military handles sexual assault and other criminal cases next month, the panel's chair said Tuesday.

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Biden to visit site of Miami building collapse on Thursday

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 20:03:51 -0000

President Joe Biden will visit Surfside, Fla., on Thursday following the collapse of a condo building in the coastal suburb, a departure from the White House’s position a day earlier that the president had no immediate plans to visit the site of the disaster.

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How similar are Trump and DeSantis?

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:41:27 -0000

POLITICO’s Matt Dixon compares the leadership styles of the two GOP allies.

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Biden won’t attend Tokyo Olympics

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:40:54 -0000

Public health experts have expressed concern over Japan hosting a potential superspreader event amid low Covid vaccination rates in the country.

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DeSantis’ strong poll numbers

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:40:20 -0000

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis appears to be a favorite among potential GOP contenders for the 2024 presidential nomination. POLITICO’s Matt Dixon reports.

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The rise of Ron DeSantis

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:39:53 -0000

POLITICO's Matt Dixon reports on Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ rise as a GOP star — and how his popularity could cause tension with former President Trump.

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Federal court tosses antitrust suits seeking Facebook's breakup

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:38:10 -0000

It's a massive blow to Washington regulators' attempt to rein in Silicon Valley's giants.

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A Trump-DeSantis collision course

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 17:37:31 -0000

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is rising fast in popularity. That has him on a collision course with the most powerful man in the GOP ahead of 2024. POLITICO’s Matt Dixon reports.

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The controversy around Biden's BLM pick

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:06:01 -0000

President Biden's pick for the Bureau of Land Management is not having the easy glide through confirmation that most previous nominees to the office have usually had. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains the decades-long controversy troubling her appointment.

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Who is Biden's BLM pick?

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:05:52 -0000

With the cabinet in place, the Biden administration is now filling second tier administrative positions. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre has the background on the White House's pick for the Bureau of Land Management.

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SCOTUS passes from coal terminal case

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:05:45 -0000

On Monday, the Supreme Court refused to take up a case involving a terminal that would help export coal from Wyoming and Montana through Washington State. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:04:15 -0000

Here's the agenda in Washington D.C. for Friday, June 25.

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Biden to allow deported immigrants back into the US

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:03:32 -0000

POLITICO Magazine is up today with a deep dive into the Biden administration’s plans to allow some deported immigrants back into the U.S., after deeming they were unfairly booted during the Trump years. Julia Preston, a contributing writer at The Marshall Project, spotlights one mother who was separated from her husband and son in the U.S., both citizens, and barred from reentering even after her 5-year-old got kidney cancer.

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Who will be Pelosi’s Republican?

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 15:02:30 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi surprised Washington when her office announced Monday that she was open to appointing a Republican to fill one of her party’s spots on the select committee to investigate Jan. 6. So instead of eight Democrats and five Republicans on the 13-member panel, it would be a 7-6 breakdown. Who will it be?

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White House prepping executive order aimed at monopolies

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:35:16 -0000

The White House is crafting an executive order aimed at promoting competition throughout the U.S. economy, a move aimed at lessening the stranglehold of dominant players in industries ranging from banking and agriculture to shipping and air travel, according to three people familiar with the discussions.

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Supreme Court passes on transgender bathroom challenge

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:33:08 -0000

The Supreme Court on Monday passed on a long-winding legal battle over transgender students’ rights to use bathrooms that match their gender identity.

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New Middle East airstrikes enflame Democratic war powers debate

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 20:30:43 -0000

President Joe Biden’s weekend airstrikes against Iran-backed militias in Iraq and Syria are rankling Democrats frustrated by his decision to sidestep Congress — a dynamic that promises to fuel the party’s long-running push to rein in presidential war powers.

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The Western megadrought

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 18:01:27 -0000

A dozen states along the country's West are struggling due to a months-long drought. Today, POLITICO Annie Snider discusses how dire the situation is.

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The droughts and the Colorado river

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 18:01:20 -0000

As the country's largest river, the Colorado River is the main source of water for millions of homes and thousands of farmers in the United States. But POLITICO's Annie Snider reports that the drought hitting the west is threatening water reliability for those who depend on it.

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Behind the urgency to act on the West's water supply

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 18:01:11 -0000

Last week domestic climate advisor Gina McCarthy warned that the droughts along the west could threaten the water supply for millions of Americans. Today, POLITICO's Annie Snider has more context on McCarthy's warning.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 16:16:22 -0000

Here's the agenda in Washington D.C. for Monday, June 28.

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Biden backs down

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 16:15:25 -0000

The GOP rebellion over President Joe Biden's Thursday veto threat of the bipartisan infrastructure bill seems to have been quelled. ICYMI, on Saturday the White House released a long and windy statement to mollify Republicans who supported the deal. Biden said he supported the deal “without reservation.” On Sunday, three of the five Republicans who negotiated it made it clear that the president’s walkback was good enough for them. So does that mean it will pass? Well no, not exactly.

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New border fight pits Texas against Biden over care for 4,500 migrant kids

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:24:18 -0000

The Biden administration is in an escalating battle with Texas Republican Gov. Greg Abbott over a state plan to close shelters housing roughly 4,500 unaccompanied immigrant children.

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How to help women return to the workforce

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:23:46 -0000

Millions of women left the workforce during the pandemic. Experts say bold action is needed to help them come back. POLITICO’s Elizabeth Ralph reports.

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Romney on Trump's rally rhetoric: 'The election is over. It was fair.'

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:22:18 -0000

The Utah Republican said questioning the 2020 election results is looking more and more like the WWF — "a lot of show and bombast but it's going nowhere."

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Why Covid devastated women in the workforce

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:21:40 -0000

POLITICO’s Elizabeth Ralph explains why the pandemic disproportionately affected women in the workforce.

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Arkansas governor trying to reverse his state's trends on vaccination

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:20:21 -0000

Gov. Asa Hutchinson says incentives to get people vaccinated aren't working.

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The pandemic’s disproportionate economic impact on women

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:19:32 -0000

POLITICO’s Elizabeth Ralph breaks down Covid’s effect on women in the workforce.

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Biden administration to sue Georgia over GOP-enacted voter restrictions

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 19:31:53 -0000

The Justice Department is suing the state of Georgia over its controversial voting rights bill, a person familiar with the department’s plans confirmed.

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How much do voting machines cost?

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 18:38:03 -0000

How much do counties pay for the machines voters use to cast their ballots? It turns out the industry is shrouded in secrecy — and it took a 22-year-old named Matthew Caulfield to lift the veil. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and reporter Ben Wofford comb through Caulfield's research.

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June 25, 2021: POLITICO Policy Briefing

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:36:32 -0000

The Supreme Court issues a ruling against the NCAA. The CDC extends its eviction moratorium. And, House Speaker Pelosi announces that a new congressional committee will be created to investigate the lead up to the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection and the federal response.

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'We don't trust what we can't see': Election tech and voter confidence

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:31:07 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and reporter Ben Wofford explore what the opaque nature of the voting industry means for Americans' trust in the system.

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How voting tech costs affect disenfranchisement

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:28:49 -0000

A few years ago, Matthew Caulfield, then a college student, resolved to do what apparently no one had done before: contact every last, living election clerk in the U.S. to find out what they paid for their voting machines. The figures were all over the place, raising questions about an industry shrouded in secrecy. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and reporter Ben Wofford explore what that means for voter disenfranchisement.

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Why the cost of voting machines matters

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:27:26 -0000

The U.S. elections industry is notoriously secretive. But why does information like the cost of voting machines, actually matter to the average voter? On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and reporter Ben Wofford delve into that question.

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‘It’s a clusterf*ck’: The college kid who cracked the election industry

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 17:25:57 -0000

Matthew Caulfield was a college senior when he was given a seemingly simple assignment that took him more than five years and 3,000 emails to start to answer: How big, precisely, was the U.S. elections industry? On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels and reporter Ben Wofford dive into the mysterious world of voting technology companies and the voting rights debate happening right now in Congress.

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Biden picks housing advocate to lead FHA

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:21:12 -0000

President Joe Biden will nominate housing nonprofit executive Julia Gordon to be the commissioner of the Federal Housing Administration, the White House said Thursday.

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The next big SCOTUS case

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:20:36 -0000

POLITICO’s Josh Gerstein looks ahead to an abortion case the Supreme Court will likely rule on next year.

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Senate approves bill to help farmers profit on climate action

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:20:01 -0000

Under the measure, farmers and foresters can generate the credits by changing their operations to cut emissions or pull more carbon dioxide from the air into soil or trees.

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SCOTUS decisions you might have missed

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:19:28 -0000

POLITICO’s Josh Gerstein reports on some of the big Supreme Court decisions that you might have missed this term.

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Biden lauds bipartisan deal, but says ‘human infrastructure’ is a must

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:18:39 -0000

The president warned he would sign the agreed-upon package only if the “other half” of his economic agenda made its way to his desk.

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The surprisingly un-Trump Supreme Court

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:18:04 -0000

Three of the court’s picks came from the former president. But you wouldn’t be able to guess it based on their recent decisions. POLITICO’s Josh Gerstein reports.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:14:04 -0000

Here's the agenda in Washington D.C. for Friday, June 25.

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Mutually Assured Construction

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 14:13:11 -0000

President Joe Biden, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Speaker Nancy Pelosi unveiled a rather daring new strategy Thursday for getting the president’s agenda passed. The gist is this: If Biden’s proposal for “family infrastructure” and climate change doesn’t pass, then neither will the bipartisan infrastructure deal that senators just struck. But the Biden-Schumer-Pelosi playbook also has the makings of a serious legislative cluster — and high drama over whether Democrats can actually pull this off — this summer and possibly into the fall.

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Weedcast: Maine's fight against Big Marijuana

Fri, 25 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Mom-and-pop medical marijuana providers in Maine took their fight against corporate cannabis to the state legislature — and won.

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Biden extends eviction, foreclosure bans by one month

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 19:25:38 -0000

The Biden administration unveiled a raft of measures to prevent people who lost income during the pandemic from losing their homes on Thursday, including by extending nationwide eviction and foreclosure bans until July 31.

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Gina McCarthy's warning on the droughts

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:57:34 -0000

As big portions of the West struggle with a mega-drought, the White House's top domestic climate change advisor warns that they could have long-term consequences. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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A crucial case for pipelines

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:56:02 -0000

Years ago, a company built a natural gas pipeline in St. Louis to help meet an alleged increase in demand. Now, even though the pipeline has been up and running for two years, a federal court rejected its permit. Today, POLITICO’s Eric Wolff explains the ruling and how it can shape the future of pipeline projects.

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The court vs. the pipeline

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:54:38 -0000

On Tuesday, a federal court in DC took away a permit for a pipeline in St. Louis in a case that could shape the future of pipelines in the US. Today, POLITICO's Eric Wolff explains the court's decision.

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House Democrats propose 14 percent budget boost for IRS

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:52:32 -0000

House Democrats want to spend $13.6 billion on the IRS in the next fiscal year, a 14 percent surge over the agency’s enacted level of $12 billion for fiscal 2021 and even more of an increase than President Joe Biden floated for 2022.

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Why vaccination rates are lagging among Black Americans

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:52:18 -0000

Federal officials’ vaccine outreach efforts in Black communities are failing to gain traction. POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn reports.

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FDA to add warning about rare heart inflammation to Moderna, Pfizer vaccines

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:52:04 -0000

A CDC safety panel has determined there is a "likely association" between the Pfizer and Moderna shots and cases of myocarditis and pericarditis in vaccine recipients.

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Why we're gonna miss our vaccine goal

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:51:50 -0000

The Fourth of July. That was the date Biden wanted 70 percent of the country vaccinated by. But that doesn't look like it's going to happen. POLITICO's Adam Cancryn reports.

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When we reach our vaccine plateau

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:51:32 -0000

Vaccinations are lagging, and at some point they’ll stop ticking up. POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn looks at when that might be.

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Biden nominates Cindy McCain for U.N. food agency ambassadorship

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:51:17 -0000

President Joe Biden named four ambassador nominees on Wednesday, including Cindy McCain, the wife of the late Republican Sen. John McCain, as U.S. representative to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:50:10 -0000

Here's the agenda in Washington D.C. for Thursday, June 24.

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Coming Soon: The Debt Ceiling

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:48:49 -0000

In a matter of a few weeks, Congress is going to have to raise the $28 trillion debt ceiling — yes, $28 trillion and counting — around the same time that Democrats will be trying to pass Biden’s $6 trillion infrastructure-climate-family plan(s). This could prove a major headache for members like Manchin who are going to see this price tag — combined with the ever-ballooning federal debt — and flip out.

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Biden catches his white whale

Thu, 24 Jun 2021 16:47:34 -0000

Joe Biden appears to have all but secured that elusive bipartisan infrastructure deal that both parties have been prattling on about for years. The core group of 10 Senate centrists working on the proposal emerged from a meeting with White House officials Wednesday night and declared that they had a working framework. Today, members of that group have been invited to the White House to meet with the president.

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Kamala Harris is set to visit the border

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 21:10:32 -0000

Vice President Kamala Harris is heading to the U.S.-Mexico border this week, amid an unrelenting chorus of criticism from Republicans over her failure to visit there.

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Will companies be honest about climate risks?

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 20:12:42 -0000

The European Union and the US government are moving to ask companies to disclose the risks that climate change poses on their operations. But if they do so, how much should we trust the companies' information? POLITICO’s Lorraine Woellert says it's complicated.

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The legal risks behind climate disclosures

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 20:12:35 -0000

While the federal government considers whether to force companies to reveal their climate risks, the companies seem to be in on the idea, just with one condition: to keep them from lawsuits. POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert explains.

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The climate disclosures investors want

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 20:12:28 -0000

For a few years now, investors have sought to learn of the climate risks some of America's largest companies are facing in order to make their decision. Now, the federal government is picking up the cause. Today, POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert explains what kind of climate concerns investors have.

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Biden to replace FHFA director after Supreme Court ruling

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 20:12:14 -0000

President Joe Biden plans to quickly replace the regulator of U.S. mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac after a Supreme Court ruling Wednesday gave him greater authority to fire the official.

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Supreme Court sides with teen in speech case over Snapchat outburst

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 20:12:03 -0000

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled in favor of a Pennsylvania high school student who was suspended from the cheerleading program over a profane Snapchat post lamenting being denied a spot on the varsity squad.

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DC's Schedule for the day

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:53:12 -0000

Here's the agenda in Washington D.C. today.

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Infrastructure talks are getting real — but time may be running out

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 15:52:19 -0000

President Joe Biden's infrastructure negotiating team spent the day on the Hill on Tuesday in three separate meetings with a bipartisan group of 10 senators led by Kyrsten Sinema and Rob Portman. Forgive us if it seems like Groundhog Day around here, but how to pay for $579 billion in new spending is still the big problem.

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Pelosi to announce this week whether she will create Jan. 6 select committee

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:56:31 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi plans to announce this week whether she will create a new committee to investigate the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol, weeks after Republicans blocked a bipartisan probe under pressure from former President Donald Trump.

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The argument for the filibuster

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:55:44 -0000

POLITICO’s Rachael Bade explains why some lawmakers think getting rid of the filibuster would be a bad idea.

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Biden taps Russia expert as Pentagon's international security chief

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:55:06 -0000

President Joe Biden intends to nominate Celeste Wallander, a former National Security Council and Pentagon official with an extensive background in Russia, as the assistant secretary of defense for international security affairs.

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The argument against the filibuster

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:54:33 -0000

POLITICO’s Rachael Bade explains why some lawmakers think the filibuster encourages bipartisan deal-making.

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Warren stalls Biden’s higher education pick over student loan policies

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:53:45 -0000

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is blocking a swift confirmation for President Joe Biden’s pick to be the No. 3 official at the Education Department as she presses the administration over its management of the $1.6 trillion portfolio of federal student loans.

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What you need to know about the filibuster

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:53:05 -0000

POLITICO’s Rachael Bade explains what the filibuster is and why it exists.

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Why NYC's instant runoff isn't so instant

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 22:00:00 -0000

In the moments after polls close at 9 p.m., it might feel like a regular election, but the ranked-choice format of the election means we probably won’t have a clear winner tonight. There are 13 candidates on the ballot, and polls show no one coming remotely close to a majority. That means it’s virtually certain that we won’t have an outright winner tonight, and it will be necessary to move to the ranked-choice, “instant runoff” tabulation to determine the Democratic nominee.

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House Democrats urge Biden to extend eviction ban

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 20:19:13 -0000

A group of 44 House Democrats on Tuesday pressed President Joe Biden to extend the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s nationwide ban on evictions before it expires at the end of the month.

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EU, US launch initiative against ransomware

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 18:06:52 -0000

The United States and European governments will coordinate in fighting against ransomware attacks, which have surged in number in recent years, the U.S.'s top security official said Tuesday.

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Biden administration likely to miss Independence Day vaccination target

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 18:05:09 -0000

The Biden administration is likely to miss its goal of providing at least one Covid-19 vaccine dose to 70 percent of adults by July Fourth, a White House official confirmed on Tuesday.

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What the new Israeli PM means for U.S. relations

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:57:52 -0000

Netanyahu is out, and Bennett is in. POLITICO’s Andrew Desiderio explains what the shift in Israeli power could mean for relations with the U.S.

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The troubling source of polysilicons

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:57:42 -0000

Polysilicons are a key component of solar panels. But half of the world's supply of the material comes from Northwest China, where the government is accused of genocide. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino has more.

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Why Biden is weighing a ban on Chinese polysilicon

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:57:36 -0000

In its push to fight climate change, the White House wants to expand the use of solar panels in the country. But at the same time, the Biden administration wants to make sure these panels are not coming at the expense of the suffering of the Uyghur people. POLITICO's Kelsey Tamborrino explains how these two are related, and the White House plans to disentangle them.

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The schedule in Washington

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:53:15 -0000

Here's the agenda in Washington D.C. for the day.

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Liberals fume at Biden over demise of voting rights bill

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 15:51:54 -0000

The top legislative priority of progressive Democrats is set to die in the Senate today with barely a whimper of protest from the White House. Republicans will easily filibuster the For the People Act, killing the sweeping elections proposal once and for all.

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Election Day in New York

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 14:11:39 -0000

New Yorkers will vote in the city’s Democratic primary for mayor today.

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The Ilhan Omar-Israel controversy, explained

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 14:11:12 -0000

The Minnesota Democrat was criticized for a tweet about Israel, but now that the dust has settled, progressives are counting the controversy as a win. POLITICO’s Andrew Desiderio reports.

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U.S. imposes sanctions on Belarus in response to forced landing of Ryanair flight

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 14:05:57 -0000

The sanctions were coordinated with Canada, the United Kingdom and the European Union.

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The Democratic shift on Israel

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 14:00:20 -0000

The Israeli government may have changed hands, but progressive Dems' willingness to criticize the country is here to stay. POLITICO’s Andrew Desiderio reports.

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NOAA gets a new chief

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:08:47 -0000

On Thursday, the Senate confirmed President Biden's pick for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and two more important Department leaders. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more details.

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A lean infrastructure bill: Progressives say no climate, no deal

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:07:07 -0000

A group of senators from both parties is trying to find a compromise package that's both ambitious on infrastructure and can get Republican support. But POLITICO's Anthony Adragna says progressive senators, whose votes are also key, won't back anything without guarantees that climate policies will move forward.

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A splintered road towards climate policy?

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:06:09 -0000

As negotiations over a bipartisan infrastructure bill continue, it appears climate policies could be left out for a separate bill. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has details.

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Election bill gets a vote this week

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:03:28 -0000

Democrats’ signature election legislation will get a vote in the Senate this week, though the bill is almost guaranteed to fail.

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Biden scraps plans to donate AstraZeneca vaccine abroad

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 20:02:27 -0000

The Biden administration on Monday announced further plans for sharing coronavirus vaccines with the world, but it will no longer immediately send doses of AstraZeneca’s vaccine following past problems at a production plant.

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Elise Stefanik’s post on democracy group board sparked a staff uproar

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 17:56:39 -0000

Daniel Lippman reports that the third-ranking House Republican, Elise Stefanik, “who questioned the legitimacy of the 2020 election and voted against certification of Joe Biden’s win, currently serves as a board member for a revered U.S. organization dedicated to the promotion of democracy.”

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Redistricting wars cool down

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:59:26 -0000

Democrats have greater control of state legislatures than in the last round of redistricting but have turned over map-making powers in some states to independent commissions.

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Washington's Schedule for the day

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:58:08 -0000

Here's the agenda for Washington today.

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A big week lies ahead for Washington

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:57:06 -0000

Not to be too dramatic, but this is a big week for democracy. The Senate is back in session today at 3 p.m., and by the end of the week we’ll know a lot more about how broken the upper chamber is. As legislators headed out of town last week, there was some tantalizing progress on bipartisan legislation across three big issues: infrastructure, police reform and voting rights.

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GOP split on antitrust legislation

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:31:39 -0000

A package of antitrust bills takes aim at some of Silicon Valley’s biggest companies. POLITICO’s Leah Nylen looks at what sort of support the measures have in the House.

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Iowa poll shows drop in support for Grassley

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:31:08 -0000

Almost two-thirds of likely Iowa voters polled say it is time for someone other than Chuck Grassley to serve in the U.S. Senate, casting doubt on the prospects of the longest-serving senator in the state's history.

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What the House antitrust bills would do

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:30:40 -0000

POLITICO’s Leah Nylen breaks down the content of a package of antitrust bills being considered by lawmakers in the House.

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The power of the FTC chair

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:30:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Leah Nylen breaks down what powers Lina Khan, a staunch Big Tech critic, will hold as head of the FTC.

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Sanders won't back infrastructure deal with more gas taxes, electric vehicle fees

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:29:26 -0000

His statement demonstrates the risk of Democrats losing support from the left.

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Who is Lina Khan?

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:28:47 -0000

POLITICO’s Leah Nylen reports on the rise of Lina Khan, the new chair of the Federal Trade Commission.

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Andrew Yang and the surprises in the Democratic primary for NYC Mayor

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Reporter Sally Goldenberg talks to Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri about where Andrew Yang stands and the surprises in the Democratic primary for NYC Mayor.

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How "defund the police" is playing out in the race for NYC Mayor

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0000

Reporter Sally Goldenberg talks to Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri about how candidates for New York City mayor are talking about the defund the police movement.

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Why the New York City mayoral race matters

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Reporter Sally Goldenberg talks to Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri about the unique role that the New York City mayor holds in American politics.

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Why Line 3 is next on the list

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Line 3 is pipeline connecting Western Canada's oil sands to the US. It is also the new target of environmentalists. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains why green groups chose to pick up the fight against this particular pipeline.

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The fight over Line 3

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 18:00:00 -0000

After defeating Keystone XL, environmentalists set their scopes at another transnational pipeline: Line 3. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains the case for and against upgrading the pipeline.

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Senate passes bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The Senate on Tuesday passed legislation to recognize Juneteenth as a legal public holiday.

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The year that broke America’s mayors

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 17:00:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Lisa Kashensky explains why mayors across the country are calling it quits after a year like no other.

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Huge win for progressives as Biden taps Lina Khan to lead FTC

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden elevated Amazon critic and anti-monopoly advocate Lina Khan to chair the Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday, hours after the Senate confirmed her by a 69-28 vote.

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How the past year has tested America's mayors

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 14:40:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Lisa Kashensky explains how the coronavirus, an economic slowdown and protests has complicated the role of running a city.

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Pentagon considering permanent naval task force to counter China

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0000

The Pentagon is considering establishing a permanent naval task force in the Pacific region as a counter to China’s growing military might, according to two people familiar with internal discussions.

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Where does NYC mayoral candidate Eric Adams live?

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Reporter Sally Goldenberg talks to Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri about her recent scoop showing that Eric Adams, the leading contender for Mayor in New York City, has provided conflicting information on official documents about where he resides.

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'I want to be the next John McCain'

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0000

Kyrsten Sinema's advisers heard it constantly from her during her 2018 campaign for Senate: “I want to be the next John McCain.” Sinema was the first Democrat to win an Arizona Senate seat since 1995, and she won by a small margin. A former Sinema aide warned that she’s not reading the Democratic Party in Arizona if she thinks McCain is the person to emulate.

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The New York City mayoral primary tries out ranked-choice voting

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 12:00:00 -0000

Reporter Sally Goldenberg talks to Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri about the mayoral candidates in the Democratic primary and how ranked-choice voting may be shaping the kind of campaigning the candidates are doing.

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Where Keystone XL and Line 3 diverge

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0000

Recently, a longtime fight by environmentalists stopped the construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. Now, as demonstrators run a similar playbook to stop Line 3, some are wondering the differences between the two projects. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre has the answers.

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What do non-New Yorkers not understand about the race for NYC Mayor?

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 04:00:00 -0000

Reporter Sally Goldenberg talks to Playbook co-author Tara Palmeri about the unique role that the New York City mayor holds in American politics — and why this election for mayor illustrates the mood of the city.

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Senate will vote to repeal Iraq war authorization, Schumer says

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 19:01:31 -0000

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced his support on Wednesday for repealing the 2002 war authorization for Iraq, vowing to hold a vote on scrapping the outdated measure later this year.

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The coal debate at the G-7 summit

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:53:35 -0000

Over the weekend, world leaders discussed some of the biggest issues, including climate change. And while progress was made, POLITICO's Ryan Heath reports the role of coal was a large sticking point.

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Will there be an emissions fee on imports?

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:53:26 -0000

Some experts believe an emissions fee on traded goods. But did the idea take off at the G-7 summit? POLITICO's Ryan Heath discusses.

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Will China buy in to the G-7's climate plan?

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:53:18 -0000

Over the weekend, the G-7 group discussed ways to fight climate change. But a central character was missing in these talks: China. Today, POLITICO's Ryan Heath discusses the challenge of selling a climate plan to the world's highest polluter.

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June 17, 2021: POLITICO Policy Briefing

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 18:52:26 -0000

The United States looks to counter China’s growing military and aggressive behavior in the Pacific region. A big tech critic becomes the chair of the Federal Trade Commission. And, Juneteenth becomes a federal holiday.

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Justice Department watchdog raises concerns about judge safety

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 17:13:21 -0000

The U.S. Marshals Service doesn’t have the resources it needs to keep federal judges safe, according to a new report from an internal watchdog.

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Washington D.C.'s schedule for the day

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:57:17 -0000

Here's what's on the agenda for D.C. today, including President Biden signing a bill adding a new federal holiday.

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House Freedom Caucus faces internal tensions

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:56:28 -0000

When 21 of Trump’s most devoted House acolytes voted against a bill to award police for defending the Capitol on Jan. 6, one conservative firebrand notably refused to join them: Freedom Caucus founder Jim Jordan. It was the second time in recent days that the Ohio Republican broke with members of the group he created. The differences highlight a divide brewing in the caucus, which for a long time was considered the most powerful faction on Capitol Hill.

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The White House view on infrastructure

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 14:55:20 -0000

As he returns from Europe, President Joe Biden faces a major decision that will have consequences for the rest of his agenda: Does he take a bipartisan compromise on infrastructure and hope the rest of his agenda can pass on reconciliation without assurances from Sinema and Manchin? Or does he move on and go for one big Democrats-only proposal?

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Weedcast: The Mormon playbook for medical marijuana

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0000

On this week's Weedcast, POLITICO's Natalie Fertig breaks down how the Mormon church was able to help get medical marijuana green lit in deeply red Utah.

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Democrats can't agree on EV investment

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:47:34 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin is questioning whether the White House should be promoting electric vehicle development, while a prominent House Democrat says no EVs, no deal on infrastructure. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Another energy crisis in Texas?

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:36:36 -0000

On Monday, the Energy Reliability Council of Texas warned that the state may not have enough energy to supply during the hottest hours of the week. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains how it could spell trouble for residents.

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Adams, Garcia top latest poll in New York mayor's race

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:24:32 -0000

Eric Adams continues to dominate the field of Democratic hopefuls as New Yorkers head to the polls for early voting ahead of the June 22 primary to replace outgoing Mayor Bill de Blasio, according to a new poll sponsored by WNBC, Telemundo 47 and POLITICO.

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McConnell: I'd block Biden SCOTUS nominee in 2024

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:24:12 -0000

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell made clear Monday that he would block a Supreme Court nominee in 2024 if Republicans take back the chamber.

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New York lifts pandemic-era restrictions

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:24:01 -0000

Gov. Andrew Cuomo is ending New York's Covid-related restrictions, as the Empire State reached the governor's goal of 70 percent partially vaccinated.

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McCarthy pushes Pelosi to remove Omar from Foreign Affairs Committee

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:23:43 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy called on House Speaker Nancy Pelosi to strip Rep. Ilhan Omar of her House Foreign Affairs Committee assignment on Tuesday — warning that Republicans would remove the Minnesota Democrat from the panel if they retook control of the chamber next year.

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Anti-vax groups rack up victories against Covid-19 push

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:22:31 -0000

The partisan divide over the country's pandemic response has reinvigorated the anti-vaccine movement nationwide, with mostly Republican lawmakers in nearly 40 states backing bills to restrict Covid-19 vaccine mandates or vaccine passports.

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A political and legislative boost for anti-vaxxers

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:22:21 -0000

State laws taking aim at vaccine mandates, combined with Covid culture wars, are elevating anti-vax groups. POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner reports.

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Will full vaccine approval stomp out skepticism?

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:22:11 -0000

POLITICO’s Lauren Gardner looks at what full FDA approval of Covid vaccines will mean for anti-vaccine sentiment.

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Washington D.C.'s schedule for the day

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:21:23 -0000

Here's what's on the agenda for D.C. today.

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The latest on infrastructure talks

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:20:33 -0000

The list of progressives saying “no” to a tentative bipartisan infrastructure deal — at least not without assurances from Senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema that they’d back a reconciliation bill later — is snowballing seemingly by the hour.

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Biden and Putin face off

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:19:42 -0000

President Joe Biden is scheduled to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin for some five hours of talks in Geneva. It’s their first meeting in a decade.

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Biden names 9 ambassador nominees, including for Israel, NATO

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 14:10:59 -0000

President Joe Biden on Tuesday unveiled nine nominees for ambassadorships, including for Israel, NATO and Mexico.

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The last time Putin met a President

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 18:34:44 -0000

POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi looks back at when President Trump met with Russia’s Vladimir Putin.

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The unsettled legacy of Congress’ trillion-dollar small business rescue

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 18:32:56 -0000

POLITICO’s Victoria Guida sits down with financial services editor Zach Warmbrodt to sort through how much the Paycheck Protection Program has helped small businesses and workers, and whether it’s a good model for aid programs in future recessions.

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Washington D.C.'s schedule for the day

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:43:56 -0000

Here's what's on the schedule in Washington D.C. today.

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Pompeo 2024 Watch

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:42:41 -0000

Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo is launching an organization to support Republican candidates in the 2022 midterm elections and build his national political profile.

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Infrastructure breakdown

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:40:56 -0000

President Joe Biden's entire agenda appears to be in jeopardy amid Democratic infighting over how to proceed on infrastructure.

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The state of U.S.-Russia relations

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:38:04 -0000

As Biden and Putin prepare to meet in person, POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi breaks down the current state of U.S.-Russia relations.

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Why Biden and Putin want to talk

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:37:41 -0000

POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi explains what Biden and Putin are hoping to get out of tomorrow’s summit.

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Fears of a Russia-China alliance ahead of Putin summit

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 15:37:17 -0000

As President Joe Biden meets Russian leader Vladimir Putin, he and his aides are paying close attention to the Moscow-Beijing dynamic. POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi reports.

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Delta coronavirus variant doubles risk of hospitalization: Scottish study

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 21:33:43 -0000

The Delta coronavirus variant, first identified in India, carries about double the risk of hospitalization compared with the Alpha variant, first identified in the U.K., according to research from Scotland released today.

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Novavax: Large study finds COVID-19 shot about 90% effective

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 20:49:23 -0000

Vaccine maker Novavax said Monday its COVID-19 shot was highly effective against the disease and also protected against variants in a large study in the U.S. and Mexico, potentially offering the world yet another weapon against the virus at a time when developing countries are desperate for doses.

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NATO commits to training Afghan forces after U.S. withdrawal

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 20:47:08 -0000

NATO leaders committed to continue to provide training and financial support to the Afghan security forces, Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said Monday during the first day of the alliance's meeting in Brussels.

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The progressive skepticism around an infrastructure deal

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 17:10:33 -0000

"We'll do it next time" is an excuse environmentalists have heard many times before. Now, they fear that bipartisan negotiations will ultimately leave Democrats saying the same thing. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explores the growing anxiety around an infrastructure package.

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Progressives draw their climate red line

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 17:10:15 -0000

While they watch the White House negotiate with Republicans over the infrastructure package, environmentalists in the Senate fire their warning shot: no climate, no deal. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Does Manchin favor climate within the infrastructure bill?

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 17:09:52 -0000

It's clear Sen. Joe Manchin needs to see a bipartisan approach before supporting any infrastructure bill. But whether or not he supports including climate-friendly provisions on the bill is still unclear. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains the senator's position.

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Washington D.C.'s schedule for the day

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 16:16:57 -0000

President Joe Biden is in Belgium for his first NATO summit while Vice President Kamala Harris is in South Carolina to talk vaccines and voting rights.

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Can Sinema deliver Sanders?

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 16:15:05 -0000

Senior Democrats told us Sunday night they think the White House is actually considering the trillion-dollar bipartisan infrastructure deal floated by 10 centrist senators Friday. First, however, they need to see if their own members can swallow it.

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G7 leaders pledge 870 million vaccines to developing world

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:33:24 -0000

Leaders of the G7 group of wealthy democracies promised on Sunday to send 870 million doses of coronavirus vaccines to the developing world over the next year.

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What to expect from the NATO summit

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:32:48 -0000

POLITICO’s Anita Kumar explains how the NATO summit will differ from the weekend’s G7 meetings.

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Voting kicks off in a New York City mayor's race like no other

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:32:07 -0000

Polling sites across New York welcomed a trickle of voters on the first official day of a historic election.

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A Biden-Macron bromance?

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:31:35 -0000

The two world leaders got along surprisingly well at Biden’s first G7 summit over the weekend. POLITICO’s Anita Kumar reports.

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Pelosi pushes for Barr and Sessions to testify on data seizures

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:30:41 -0000

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi called on Sunday for former Attorneys General William Barr and Jeff Sessions to testify before Congress regarding reports that the Trump Justice Department seized data records of prominent Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee.

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Abroad with Biden

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 14:29:48 -0000

POLITICO’s Anita Kumar breaks down what you need to know about Biden’s first trip abroad so far.

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The Jan. 6 lessons we didn't learn in Congress' first report

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:41:26 -0000

What will it take to make sure the events of Jan. 6 never happen again? On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive — released the week of Congress' first Jan. 6 report, which focused largely on security shortcomings — Playbook co-author Rachael Bade and freelance journalist Melanie Warner explore the story of Jeffrey Sabol, a Colorado geophysicist accused of some of the worst violence of the Capitol insurrection.

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The Capitol rioter next door

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:36:24 -0000

On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast: What does the story of one man accused of some of the worst violence on Jan. 6 tell us about the Capitol insurrectionists? Playbook co-author Rachael Bade and freelance journalist Melanie Warner dive into the story of Jeffrey Sabol.

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Radicalization under the radar

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:33:24 -0000

The first report on the Capitol insurrection landed on the Hill this week, and it left a lot of lingering questions. Like how did the rioters who participated cross the threshold from belief to action? On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Rachael Bade and freelance journalist Melanie Warner explore the story of one man whose alleged activity that day left many in his life searching for answers about how a highly educated, middle-aged man with so much to lose could participate in what FBI Director Christopher Wray called “domestic terrorism."

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The geophysicist who stormed the Capitol

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 19:32:00 -0000

Imagine learning that someone you've known for 18 years is alleged to have been responsible for some of the worst violence of the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection. How do you square that? On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Rachael Bade and journalist Melanie Warner dive into the story of Jeffrey Sabol. He's one man whose alleged activity on Jan. 6 left many in his life confused and grappling for answers.

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Dem leaders look to deescalate Omar drama

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 17:19:19 -0000

Top Democrats on Thursday attempted to quickly defuse a fraught dispute within their caucus after comments by Rep. Ilhan Omar that compared war crimes committed by the U.S. and Israel to Hamas and the Taliban incensed some Jewish Democrats. POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam and Elana Schor discuss.

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June 11, 2021: POLITICO Policy Briefing

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 15:51:19 -0000

The Biden administration says Covid-19 workplace safety rules only apply to the healthcare industry. The Agriculture Department looks to strengthen the U.S. food supply chains. And, Republicans say no to a bill that targets the gender pay gap.

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‘Hell yes’: Clyburn to seek another term in 2022

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:46:54 -0000

The House Majority Whip has represented South Carolina in Congress since 1993.

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Bernie: “Are you stoned now?”

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:46:16 -0000

That one time Sen. Bernie Sanders asked POLITICO's cannabis reporter if she was stoned.

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Survey: Most colleges plan in-person classes for international students

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:45:40 -0000

Colleges are feeling more confident in their international student enrollment for fall, according to survey results from the Institute of International Education published Thursday.

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Where Trump Covid and armed militias collide

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:45:12 -0000

The Idaho State Capitol has become a reflection of GOP infighting in the age of Trump and Covid. POLITICO’s Ximena Bustillo reports on a messy gubernatorial race where a Republican governor is being challenged by his own lieutenant governor — and an anti-government militant.

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New Covid workplace safety rules snag health care, spare other industries

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:43:37 -0000

Health care employers will be required to provide masks, physical barriers, social distancing and proper ventilation to ensure their employees are protected from Covid-19 under emergency workplace rules released by the Labor Department on Thursday.

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In Idaho, a Covid-fuled GOP feud

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 14:42:58 -0000

Idaho Lt. Governor Janice McGeachin has been a vocal critic of Governor Brad Little’s pandemic response for the past year. Now, she’s trying to oust from the State Capitol. POLITICO’s Ximena Bustillo reports.

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Roadblocks to a bipartisan infrastructure deal

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:56:19 -0000

You might have heard the framework of a new bipartisan deal on infrastructure. Here’s how we’re understanding it.

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EU-U.S. relations: 'This is an acid test.'

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 13:55:01 -0000

When we talk to European diplomats and officials, they all say the same thing — the Biden presidency is a “sigh of relief” after the “near-death experience” of Trump.

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Weedcast: Why the Motor City still doesn’t have weed shops

Fri, 11 Jun 2021 09:00:00 -0000

On this week's Weedcast, POLITICO's Paul Demko explains why Michigan's biggest city — Detroit — doesn't have any recreational marijuana stores up and running yet.

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Biden trade chief commits to first Taiwan trade meeting since 2016

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 18:54:24 -0000

U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai on Thursday committed to holding the first formal trade meeting with Taiwan since the Obama administration to discuss ways to increase bilateral economic ties and resolve trade irritants.

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Gina McCarthy makes a splash

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:24:06 -0000

On Tuesday, the White House National Climate Advisor told POLITICO's Zack Colman that some of the administration's climate provisions may not make it to the final version of the infrastructure bill. Throughout Wednesday, the responses poured in from environmentalists on Capitol Hill.

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Gina McCarthy sells the infrastructure bill

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:23:54 -0000

On Wednesday, the White House National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy met with huge trade groups to promote the administration's infrastructure package. POLITICO's Zack Colman has more on her effort to get support from the private sector.

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Gina McCarthy and the anxiety over climate action

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:23:41 -0000

Environmentalists on Capitol Hill and around the country are afraid that missing the boat on the infrastructure package will hinder climate action throughout the entire Biden administration. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman poses that question to the president's domestic climate advisor.

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Gina McCarthy's climate reality check

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 16:23:28 -0000

Joe Biden's original infrastructure bill was supposed to aggressively fight climate change. Now after months of negotiations, the president's domestic climate advisors acknowledges the final bill may not included everything the administration was aiming for. POLITICO's Zack Colman has more.

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DC's Schedule for the Day

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:04:09 -0000

President Joe Biden is in the U.K. while the Senate is in session today.

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Assessing VP's trip

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 14:01:04 -0000

VP Kamala Harris' trip to Guatemala and Mexico — like just about every foreign trip by a president or VP — was a mix of policy and politics. On the policy, her aides, her allies and those in the immigration advocacy space tell us she did what she was supposed to do. On the politics, they admit her performance could have been smoother.

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Canadian border to stay closed to nonessential foreign travelers until at least early July

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:55:55 -0000

The U.S.-Canada border will stay closed to nonessential American travelers until at least early July, a senior Canadian official tells POLITICO.

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Rising calls for the G7 to do more quickly on vaccinations

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:55:30 -0000

World health experts say leaders of the wealthiest nations need to step up their game in the fight to end the pandemic. POLITICO’s Carmen Paun reports.

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Biden administration plans new sanctions against Belarus

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:54:58 -0000

A top American diplomat told Congress on Wednesday that the Biden administration plans to impose additional sanctions on the authoritarian regime in Belarus — a significant step as lawmakers agitate for tougher punishments against a top ally of Vladimir Putin.

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How much of a role will Covid play at the G7 summit?

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:54:32 -0000

POLITICO’s Carmen Paun looks at how the pandemic will fit into the agenda when the Group of Seven meet this week.

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Study: Richest 1 percent would bear nearly all the brunt of Biden tax hikes

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:54:06 -0000

The top 0.1 percent of earners, making at least $3.6 million, would face a nearly $1.6 million tax increase under President Joe Biden’s tax plans, according to a new study.

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The global state of the pandemic

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 13:52:16 -0000

Covid is receding in the U.S. But globally the pandemic is on track to be worse this year than in 2020.

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Demings launches Senate bid against Rubio

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:54:19 -0000

Florida Democratic Rep. Val Demings on Wednesday launched her bid to knock off GOP Sen. Marco Rubio, a race that Democrats hope to use to regain relevance in a state dominated by Republicans.

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Andy Slavitt stepping down from White House Covid-19 response role

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 20:47:04 -0000

Andy Slavitt stepped down from President Joe Biden’s Covid-19 response team on Wednesday, ending his run as a senior adviser to the White House's pandemic response team amid a vaccination campaign that has slowed in recent weeks.

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Behind Colonial Pipeline's decision to pay ransom

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:15:58 -0000

On Tuesday, Colonial Pipeline CEO Joseph Blount explained the company's decision to pay a multi-million dollar ransom following a major cyberattack. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains.

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Colonial Pipeline's CEO, on the hot seat

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:15:36 -0000

On Tuesday, Colonial Pipeline's CEO Joseph Blount answered senators' questions about last months' ransomware attack. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre discusses the highlights of Blount's testimony.

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Was Colonial Pipeline prepared?

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 16:15:14 -0000

On Tuesday, senators grilled Colonial Pipeline's CEO Joseph Blount over his company's preparedness in the event of a cyberattack. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre discusses if the company was truly ready to defend itself.

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Senate Republicans block bill targeting gender pay gap

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:20:28 -0000

The Paycheck Fairness Act would require employers to demonstrate that any gap in pay between a man and a woman was due to job performance rather than gender.

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Where talks between Biden and Johnson could get contentious

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:20:23 -0000

Disagreements over Northern Ireland could cause tension during Thursday’s meeting between the U.K.’s Boris Johnson and President Joe Biden. POLITICO Europe’s Esther Webber explains.

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IRS investigating after report shows ultrarich don't pay taxes

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:20:18 -0000

The IRS has opened an investigation into apparently leaked tax documents showing that ultra-rich Americans like Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, Tesla CEO Elon Musk and business tycoon Warren Buffett paid very little or no taxes, while Democrats seized on the report to further their call for higher taxes on the wealthy.

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Schumer commits Senate to sweeping elections bill vote

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:20:07 -0000

The Majority Leader says his party is somewhat open to changing the legislation, if it means they can woo Sen. Manchin to support it.

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Can Boris and Biden put Brexit behind them?

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 14:20:01 -0000

U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson and President Biden are hoping to reaffirm their transatlantic alliance when they meet in Britain tomorrow. But as POLITICO Europe’s Esther Webber reports, lingering disagreements over Brexit could haunt them.

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DC's Schedule for the Day

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:35:26 -0000

Joe Biden heads to the United Kingdom today for his first overseas trip as president.

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Testing a Trumpian Fantasy

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:33:18 -0000

Last week, it was reported that former President Donald Trump believes he’ll be reinstated as president after it’s proven that Biden cheated in the election. And lo and behold, according to a new POLITICO/Morning Consult poll, three out of 10 Republican voters think that it’s going to happen, too.

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Cassidy is the new Capito

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 13:31:52 -0000

In a quick succession of phone calls Tuesday, President Joe Biden exited infrastructure negotiations with Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) and started them with Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.).

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IRS chief asks Congress for cryptocurrency authority

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 21:47:16 -0000

IRS Commissioner Charles Rettig on Tuesday urged lawmakers to give his agency more authority to police the $2 trillion cryptocurrency market, which he said was proving to be a major challenge for tax collectors.

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Pelosi urges Democrats to continue voting rights push, despite Manchin

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 19:23:37 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Tuesday delivered an urgent call for Democrats not to abandon their marquee election reform bill in favor of more narrow legislation preferred by their party’s powerful and well-known centrist, Sen. Joe Manchin.

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Job openings reached record in April

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 19:23:29 -0000

U.S. employers had 9.3 million job openings available at the end of April, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Tuesday, the highest number recorded since the government started collecting the data in 2000.

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The fight over Biden's LNG position

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 17:16:41 -0000

The natural gas industry wants the White House to announce its posture on liquefied natural gas exports. Environmentalists want a lot more than that. Today, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains how the administration's indecision is playing out behind the scenes.

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GOP pushes Biden on Nord Stream 2

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 17:16:34 -0000

On Monday, House Republicans urged President Biden to reconsider his decision not to sanction the company behind the completion of a controversial Russian pipeline. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Biden's LNG mixed messaging

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 17:16:26 -0000

While the White House tries to set its climate plans at home and abroad, the administration is struggling to determine what role American liquefied natural gas will play. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre discusses the administration's mixed messages.

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DC's Schedule for the Day

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 17:14:42 -0000

President Biden preps for his first trip overseas while Vice President Harris is in Mexico City.

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Sen. Joe Manchin meets his critics

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 17:13:31 -0000

Two days after the West Virginia Senator Joe Manchin announced his opposition to the 'For the People' Act, a group of Black and civil rights leaders will discuss the future of voting rights legislation with Manchin.

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Why Manchin is tanking Democrats’ voting legislation

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:44:01 -0000

POLITICO’s Zach Montellaro explains why Sen. Joe Manchin came out against a major Democratic proposal.

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Justice Department expands use of body-worn cameras by feds

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:08:11 -0000

The FBI, ATF and Marshals Service will record video during pre-planned arrests and searches.

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What’s next in the fight over voting

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:07:31 -0000

POLITICO’s Zach Montellaro explains what will happen next in the Senate after Sen. Joe Manchin’s decision to vote against Democratic voting legislation.

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U.S. seizes most of Colonial Pipeline's $4.4M ransom payment

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:05:42 -0000

The successful operation underscores the need for companies to cooperate with investigators after a hack, federal officials said.

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What’s in Democrats’ voting bill

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 14:05:01 -0000

POLITICO’s Zach Montellaro digs into the details of the For the People Act.

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Supreme Court to take up case on mosque surveillance

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 21:30:56 -0000

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a long-running case stemming from surveillance of Southern California mosques by the FBI as part of a counterterrorism operation more than a decade ago.

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Three justices suggest male-only draft is unconstitutional

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 19:36:33 -0000

Three members of the Supreme Court indicated Monday that the law requiring only men to register for the draft may be unconstitutional and outdated, but the high court balked at formally addressing the issue — for now.

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Moderna applies for EU coronavirus vaccine authorization covering teens

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 19:33:27 -0000

U.S. biotech company Moderna filed Monday data for an EU conditional marketing authorization for its COVID-19 vaccine for adolescents aged 12 to 18.

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Biden's next two weeks overseas

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:41:35 -0000

Later this week, President Joe Biden heads to Europe for his first international trip to mend NATO bridges and meet Russia's Vladimir Putin.

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D.C.'s Monday Schedule

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:40:24 -0000

Here's what Washington is up to today ahead of Biden's first international trip.

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What Sunrise wants from Biden

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:29:18 -0000

During the Trump administration, the Sunrise movement rose to prominence as a youth-led environmental group that found important allies in Congress as it pressured both parties to act against climate change. Now, the group is putting the White House on the hot seat as negotiations over an infrastructure bill continue.

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Sec. Granholm speaks out on infrastructure

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:29:11 -0000

On Sunday, the energy secretary spoke out against the Republicans' approach to the negotiations over an infrastructure package, while a key West Virginia senator upheld his faith in a bipartisan deal.

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The end of Biden's green honeymoon

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:29:02 -0000

From day 1, President Biden has made moves to show environmentalists he wants to lead the county on the fight against climate change. But as the negotiations over an infrastructure package seem stalled, green groups are starting to worry that bipartisanship will come at the cost of ambitious climate action. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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UK’s Johnson calls on G7 to ‘vaccinate the world

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:55:03 -0000

The plea is bound to raise eyebrows after EU leaders accused Britain of effectively banning COVID vaccine exports.

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What issue will decide the New York mayoral race?

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:54:30 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Durkin explains why crime and Covid are likely to be front of mind for voters heading to the polls later this month.

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Manchin: ‘All the confidence in the world’ for bipartisan infrastructure deal

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:53:57 -0000

Sen. Joe Manchin on Sunday said he had “all the confidence in the world” that the White House and Senate Republicans could reach a compromise on a bipartisan infrastructure package in the coming days.

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Ranked-choice voting, explained

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:52:13 -0000

POLITICO’s Jeremy Siegel explains how ranked-choice voting, which will be used in the N.Y.C. mayor’s race, works.

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W.H. briefing room to return to full, pre-pandemic seating capacity

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:51:33 -0000

The news represents the White House’s latest return to normal operations.

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The state of the New York mayoral race

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 14:48:43 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Durkin explains where things stand in the race to become New York City’s next mayor.

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Teaching about racism splits Oklahomans amid Tulsa centennial

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:25:44 -0000

A century after a white mob razed the heart of Tulsa’s thriving Black community, a new Oklahoma law limiting how public schools teach about sexism and racism has put the state at the forefront of an intensifying national culture war. POLITICO's education editor Delece Smith-Barrow and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza explore the issue on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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The 2 education proposals riling up McConnell

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:24:02 -0000

A few weeks ago, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and 37 GOP senators called on the Education Department to stop a proposed rule that would update American history curricula — an update that would more fully flesh out the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans. The lightning rod for Republicans? That the proposal specifically mentions The New York Times' 1619 Project. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's education editor Delece Smith-Barrow talks with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza about the other component of the proposed rule that's riling up the GOP.

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Why McConnell inserted himself in the education culture war

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:22:12 -0000

A century ago, a violent white mob razed the heart of Tulsa's thriving Black community. Now, Oklahoma — and Republicans on Capitol Hill — are swept up in a national culture war over how schools teach kids about racism and sexism. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's education editor Delece Smith-Barrow talks with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza about how Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has inserted himself into that battle.

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McConnell, Oklahoma and the battle over critical race theory

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:20:13 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's education editor Delece Smith-Barrow and Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza dive into the tug-of-war over how to teach kids about racism and sexism — and how Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is turning what was once the subject of an occasional Fox News segment into a core piece of the Republican platform.

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FBI’s Wray reveals scope of ransomware investigations

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:09:11 -0000

The bureau chief also compared the national security threat posed by ransomware to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

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Will police reform decide this Texas election?

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:09:07 -0000

POLITICO’s Maya King looks at how the issue could drive turnout in the mayoral election in Fort Worth, Texas.

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What to know about the Fort Worth mayoral race

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:08:58 -0000

Republicans are hoping to hold onto one of the last GOP-led major cities in the U.S. Democrats see an opening. POLITICO’s Maya King reports.

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Biden admin reveals plans for first 25 million donated vaccine doses

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:08:53 -0000

After weeks of internal deliberations, the Biden administration finally announced Thursday which countries will share in the first Covid-19 vaccine doses donated by the U.S. to help end the pandemic.

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Will the GOP lose this Texas stronghold?

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 15:08:49 -0000

Fort Worth is one of the last GOP-led major cities. That could change tomorrow. POLITICO’s Maya King reports.

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Don McGahn to testify before House Judiciary Committee

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:45:27 -0000

After more than two years, former White House counsel Don McGahn will testify before congressional investigators.

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Tapper and Wallace take opposing tacks on GOP election deniers

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:45:14 -0000

POLITICO looked into how news anchors feel about booking Republican lawmakers who back the "big lie."

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Today at the White House: May jobs report

Fri, 04 Jun 2021 13:44:42 -0000

The jobs numbers for May hold big implications for the U.S. economy — and for President Joe Biden.

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June 3, 2021: POLITICO’s Weekly Policy Briefing

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 17:00:00 -0000

President Joe Biden tries to tackle the racial wealth gap. NASA aims to fund its next Moon project. And a new Covid certificates system will determine if you can travel in Europe.

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Sen. Ossoff's climate motivations

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:18:42 -0000

In his short months in office Sen. Jon Ossoff has already positioned himself as a strong ally of environment in the Senate. Today, he explains why he's moved to move to fight climate change.

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Weedcast: Courts challenge marijuana legalization ballot initiatives

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:16:57 -0000

The 2020 elections were historic for marijuana legalization advocates. But the wins also brought a new hurdle: anti-weed lawsuits.

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Sen. Ossoff breaks the mold

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 16:09:04 -0000

In January, Jon Ossoff became the youngest person to be elected to the US Senate in more than 50 years. Now that he's in office, he's taking a leadership position on climate change that no southern senator had ever taken before. Today, he speaks to POLITICO's Anthony Adragna about his position.

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Biden's Thursday schedule

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:32:21 -0000

Here's what the Bidens are up to today, on First Lady Jill Biden's 70th birthday.

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New York mayor’s race turns vicious at first in-person debate

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:32:14 -0000

It was their first chance to go at it in person, and the leading contenders in the New York City mayor’s race launched into full attack mode Wednesday night, questioning each other’s policies, ethics and competence.

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What Biden told Capito in their Oval Office meeting

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:32:06 -0000

Here's what Playbook was able to learn about Shelley Moore Capito's one-on-one meeting with President Joe Biden over a possible infrastructure deal.

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White House weighs sending states' unused vaccine doses abroad — before they expire

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:19:35 -0000

Some spare Covid-19 vaccine doses — including tens of thousands of Johnson & Johnson shots — are set to expire at the end of this month.

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How the pandemic changed telehealth

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:19:01 -0000

POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports on how the pandemic helped expand access to telemedicine services.

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White House ramps up Covid-19 vaccine push

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:18:26 -0000

The White House is ramping up efforts to ensure that U.S. adults get vaccinated against Covid-19, announcing extended pharmacy hours for shots and free child care for recipients, expanded community outreach efforts and even free beer.

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Will expanded outdoor dining stick around?

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:17:57 -0000

Cities across the country relaxed outdoor dining rules to help restaurants survive the pandemic. Will they stick around after the crisis ends? As POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports, it’s complicated.

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Senate Democrats call on Google to conduct racial equity audit

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:17:14 -0000

A group of Senate Democrats led by Cory Booker is calling on Google to carry out a racial equity audit to investigate how the tech giant’s products may contribute to discrimination.

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Are to-go margaritas here to stay?

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 14:16:30 -0000

The pandemic sucked. But to-go cocktails? Not too bad. POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg looks at whether they’ll stick around after the crisis is over.

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What the media gets wrong about the GOP ‘civil war’

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 10:00:00 -0000

There's a civil war raging within the GOP — at least, that might be your understanding if you've paid any attention to the news lately. On a recent episode of POLITICO's new podcast, Playbook Deep Dive, political analyst Jeff Greenfield argues: The media is actually getting the narrative totally wrong about the GOP.

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Biden steps in on ANWR

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 18:27:26 -0000

Last year, the Trump administration opened a lease sale for drilling at the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, a site long sought by oil companies. Now, the White House is stepping in to stop oil development there. Environment reporter Adam Federman explains.

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Why Biden can't completely stop oil production at ANWR

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 18:27:13 -0000

On Tuesday, the Biden White House paused the process to open a portion of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge for oil production. But the executive branch can't unilaterally protect ANWR forever. Environment reporter Adam Federman explains why.

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A green bank goes bipartisan

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 18:26:53 -0000

Yesterday, a bipartisan group of lawmakers urged the Biden administration to establish a green bank to promote renewable energy and green projects as part of the infrastructure bill. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more details on the proposal.

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Arizona secretary of state running for governor

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 17:11:54 -0000

Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs, a Democrat, announced she is running in the state's open gubernatorial race on Wednesday.

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Moderna to double EU vaccine manufacturing

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 17:09:20 -0000

Moderna will start producing a retooled version of its coronavirus vaccine in the Netherlands, doubling the company's expected EU production, the company announced today.

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National Enquirer owner pays $187,500 for aiding Trump campaign

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:15:37 -0000

The media firm settled with the FEC over its role in paying Karen McDougal to give up the rights to her story about a relationship with the 2016 candidate.

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White House: Ransomware attack on meat company 'likely' from Russia

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:14:23 -0000

A ransomware attack hitting the world’s largest meat processing company, JBS, was from a “criminal organization likely based in Russia,” the company has told the White House.

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Where Biden and Republicans disagree on infrastructure

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:13:39 -0000

As President Biden prepares to meet with the lead Republican negotiator, Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, POLITICO’s Christopher Cadelago explains where the two parties still disagree.

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Biden plans new housing, small business programs to tackle racial wealth gap

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 14:13:12 -0000

The White House on Tuesday announced new housing and small business programs designed to help narrow the wealth gap between Black and white Americans, as President Joe Biden marked the 100-year anniversary of the racist "Black Wall Street" massacre in Tulsa, Okla.

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Biden's Wednesday schedule

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 13:40:39 -0000

Here's what everyone is up to today in Washington, starting with the White House.

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What to watch for in Biden’s one-on-one with Capito

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 13:40:06 -0000

By elevating the infrastructure negotiations with the GOP to a one-on-one meeting with Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), President Joe Biden is risking taking on more blame if talks fall through in the end.

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DeSantis signs controversial bill banning transgender athletes from women's and girls' sports

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 21:32:00 -0000

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law Tuesday a policy banning transgender athletes from playing girls and women’s sports, a move that opponents have condemned as deeply discriminatory against transgender athletes and students.

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State Department will begin to gather diplomats’ health details

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 18:58:31 -0000

The State Department is rolling out a voluntary new program to gather diplomats’ baseline health information before they head to overseas posts, according to a State Department cable reviewed by POLITICO.

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The case for an infrastructure bill that includes energy transition

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:56:46 -0000

With both parties deep in negotiations over an infrastructure bill, New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich wants to make sure there will be investment in the energy transition. Today, he tells POLITICO's Anthony Adragna why the stakes are so high.

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A Senate climate hawk, on the infrastructure bill

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 17:56:19 -0000

As a deal on an infrastructure bill moves at snail pace in the Senate, a Democratic climate hawk wants to make sure the package keeps climate center stage. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna talks to Sen. Martin Heinrich.

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EU Commission proposes new Covid travel plan

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:48:07 -0000

The European Commission Monday set out a plan to streamline travel policies across the EU ahead of the summer season.

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The argument against expanding Bitcoin investment

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:47:35 -0000

A push by Wall Street to open up Bitcoin investment is being met with skepticism in Washington. POLITICO’s Kellie Mejdrich explains why.

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The White House today: a historic Tulsa trip

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:47:21 -0000

President Joe Biden is scheduled to go to Tulsa, Oklahoma today on the 100th anniversary of a tragic event, the Tulsa Race Massacre.

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Nation’s first school mandate on AAPI history heads to Illinois governor

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:46:58 -0000

Illinois is poised to become the first state to require Asian American history be taught in public schools after a bill cleared its last legislative hurdle Monday amid growing national concerns about anti-Asian hate and discrimination.

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The idea behind Bitcoin

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:46:21 -0000

POLITICO’s Kellie Mejdrich breaks down what you need to know about the popular cryptocurrency.

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TSA reports highest travel numbers since pandemic hit

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:44:36 -0000

The TSA over the holiday weekend reported the most passengers screened during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Wall Street pushes for Bitcoin to go legit

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 14:42:55 -0000

It's big. But Wall Street wants it to be even bigger. POLITICO's Kellie Mejdrich reports on an effort to open up access to Bitcoin investment.

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The sympathizer-in-chief heads to Tulsa

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:47:09 -0000

A century after the Tulsa Race Massacre, President Joe Biden will head to Tulsa today to offer words of healing, once again donning his hat as sympathizer-in-chief.

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Dems trying to steer clear of Trump ahead of 2022

Tue, 01 Jun 2021 13:45:03 -0000

As Donald Trump cannonballs back into national headlines more scandal-ridden than ever, it turns out that Republicans aren't the only ones who don't want to fixate on the former president. Many House Democrats feel the same way.

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BP's (sort of) win at the Supreme Court

Mon, 31 May 2021 14:00:00 -0000

On Monday, the Supreme Court sided with BP and asked lower courts to review a case over the jurisdiction of climate lawsuits. But POLITICO's Alex Guillen says that does not necessarily mean BP will end up winning these suits in the end.

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BP's court win against Baltimore

Mon, 31 May 2021 13:00:00 -0000

On Monday, the British oil giant got a win at the Supreme Court in its longstanding battle over its role in climate change. But POLITICO's Alex Guillen says the legal war on this front has just begun.

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Why Congress suddenly cares about UFOs

Mon, 31 May 2021 11:00:00 -0000

It used to be talking about UFOs would torpedo your political career. But that's no longer the case. POLITICO's Bryan Bender explains how we got here on the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive.

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How Harry Reid got UFO research in the U.S. budget

Mon, 31 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

UFOs are no longer a taboo subject in federal politics — and former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid is largely responsible for that. On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, Reid sat down with POLITICO reporter Bryan Bender to explain how and why he pushed for funding to study UFOs.

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The dynamics pushing infrastructure talks forward

Fri, 28 May 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Here are three things that are keeping negotiators from both parties tied up in talks about infrastructure.

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The ex-Senate leader behind the UFO push

Fri, 28 May 2021 18:21:13 -0000

UFOs are flying out of science fiction and into the heart of the Senate, with everyone from former Virginia Democrat Mark Warner to Florida Republican Marco Rubio suddenly forcing UFOs into the heart of the political conversation. On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, we talk to one man at the center of it all: Former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid.

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What to expect in the government's UFO report

Fri, 28 May 2021 18:18:45 -0000

This June, the director of national intelligence is scheduled to release a report on what the government now calls “unidentified aerial phenomenon” — what you probably know as UFOs. So what do we know — and what don't we know — about what's in that report? On the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, POLITICO's Bryan Bender and Rachael Bade break it all down.

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Why UFOs are crashing into Congress

Fri, 28 May 2021 18:10:57 -0000

Talking about UFOs was once kryptonite for your political career. Now, senators are openly talking about UFOs, and the Pentagon is set to deliver a long-awaited report in June detailing what it knows — and what it doesn’t. So why the sudden change? POLITICO’s Bryan Bender and Playbook co-author Rachael Bade dissect why lawmakers including former Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D-Nev.) and Sen. Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) are concerned about national security and forcing UFOs into the political spotlight.

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Overnight chaos on the Senate floor

Fri, 28 May 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Senate Republicans are gearing up to initiate their first filibuster of the Biden administration.

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Biden's Friday schedule

Fri, 28 May 2021 17:52:46 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up today, starting with the White House.

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Newsom's recall and California's summer blackouts

Fri, 28 May 2021 17:51:45 -0000

In the past 2 years, Californians have suffered rolling blackouts during some of the hottest months. Now, with Gov. Gavin Newsom facing a recall election looming in the fall, the state is hoping to avoid power outages this summer. Today, POLITICO's Colby Bermel on the political risk Newsom is facing.

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Weedcast: The problem behind researching weed

Fri, 28 May 2021 17:48:21 -0000

Researchers say the problem is is that cannabis is categorized as a controlled substance — much like heroin. So, scientists have to jump through a lot of hoops for quality research...and to get quality weed. POLITICO's Natalie Fertig reports.

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Why the lab leak Covid theory is unlikely

Fri, 28 May 2021 10:15:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Lauren Morello explains why it’s more likely that the virus initially spread from an animal to humans.

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What we know about Covid’s origins

Fri, 28 May 2021 09:45:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Lauren Morello breaks down what we know — and what we don’t know — about where Covid came from.

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California offering cash awards totaling $116.5M to get vaccinated

Fri, 28 May 2021 09:30:00 -0000

California will hand out a whopping $116.5 million in Covid-19 vaccine incentives — including $1.5 million cash prizes — to get more shots in arms before its June 15 reopening date, Gov. Gavin Newsom announced Thursday.

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How to investigate the origins of Covid

Fri, 28 May 2021 09:15:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Lauren Morello explains how investigators will determine the origins of Covid-19.

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How viruses spread

Fri, 28 May 2021 09:00:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Lauren Morello breaks down how viruses work.

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Republicans offer infrastructure counter short of Biden vision

Thu, 27 May 2021 20:31:10 -0000

Senate Republicans unveiled a $928 billion infrastructure counteroffer Thursday, in an effort to reach a bipartisan agreement with the White House.

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Senate Republicans aim to block Jan. 6 commission

Thu, 27 May 2021 19:33:23 -0000

Senate Republicans are ready to filibuster a proposed independent commission to investigate the Capitol riot, as GOP opposition swelled in the final days before the vote expected later Thursday.

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Energy and the environment, two big infrastructure impasses

Thu, 27 May 2021 19:16:55 -0000

As the White House continues to negotiate with Senate Republicans over the size of the infrastructure bill, climate and the environment continue to be a topic of disagreement. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has more.

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Shell is pushed to go greener

Thu, 27 May 2021 19:16:47 -0000

On Wednesday, a Dutch court ruled against Shell in a trial that could fundamentally change the oil giant's operations. Today, POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains the verdict's significance.

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Biden administration backs Alaska oil project approved under Trump

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:40:10 -0000

The Willow project would be one of the first major new oil projects in Alaska in years.

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Warren calls for overdraft fee crackdown after blasting Dimon

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:39:39 -0000

Sen. Elizabeth Warren on Wednesday said federal regulators should be more aggressive in policing bank overdraft charges, after she slammed JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon for profiting off the fees during the coronavirus pandemic.

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GOP dreads the return of Trump rallies

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:39:24 -0000

They’ll never say it publicly. But Republicans in Washington are dreading Donald Trump’s return to the stump, predicting his rallies will cause a major headache for the party as it mounts a bid to take back Congress in 2022.

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West Virginia law on transgender athletes challenged in court

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:39:13 -0000

The American Civil Liberties Union, the law firm Cooley LLP and Lambda Legal filed a federal lawsuit Wednesday challenging West Virginia’s recently passed law that bans transgender women and girls from participating in school

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Biden prepared to extend infrastructure talks

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:38:58 -0000

White House officials and other Democrats close to the bipartisan infrastructure talks are willing to let the negotiations stretch past their Memorial Day deadline — but not too far.

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How to make transit more equitable and efficient

Thu, 27 May 2021 14:38:37 -0000

When the country shut down, transit ridership plummeted. Now, as things go back to normal, transit officials have an opportunity to reshape their systems to be more efficient and equitable. POLITICO’s Tanya Snyder reports.

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Majority of colleges plan to reopen for full in-person learning, survey finds

Wed, 26 May 2021 20:29:25 -0000

Most colleges plan to return to in-person learning this fall, while a few have decided to require students be vaccinated before stepping foot on campus, according to a new survey from the National Association for College Admission Counseling.

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Mother of deceased Capitol Police officer seeks to pressure GOP senators

Wed, 26 May 2021 17:47:33 -0000

The mother of fallen Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick is requesting meetings with GOP senators to discuss the proposed bipartisan commission to investigate the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, which Republicans are poised to block as soon as Thursday.

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The new climate normal?

Wed, 26 May 2021 15:29:11 -0000

The White House's climate mitigation programs are including risk factors that are making the damage from natural disasters even worse. POLITICO's Zack Colman looks at these factors.

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A pessimistic and optimistic update on a possible infrastructure deal

Wed, 26 May 2021 15:18:48 -0000

Here's the most pessimistic and optimistic case regarding if a bipartisan infrastructure deal is possible.

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Today on Capitol Hill: Biden's ATF nominee, David Chipman

Wed, 26 May 2021 15:18:34 -0000

The Senate Judiciary Committee will hold a hearing on David Chipman for ATF director and other nominations at 10 a.m., Eastern.

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Why the US and the EU might need to reconsider their response to Belarus

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:23:36 -0000

Western governments are condemning Belarus’ “state-sponsored hijacking” of a passenger plane over the weekend. But is that enough to prevent future brazen acts? POLITICO Europe’s David M. Herszenhorn has more.

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Poll: Most voters oppose Newsom recall as Covid optimism rises

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:23:23 -0000

California's rebound from the Covid-19 crisis is complicating the drive to recall Gov. Gavin Newsom, with a strong majority of state voters now approving of his pandemic management and just 40 percent saying they would remove him, a new Public Policy Institute of California poll shows.

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Senate Republicans plan infrastructure counteroffer as talks stall

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:04:51 -0000

Senate Republicans plan to present the White House with another infrastructure counteroffer Thursday, even as the prospects for a bipartisan deal grow increasingly dim.

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Why Belarus ‘hijacked’ a plane to arrest a journalist

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:04:22 -0000

POLITICO Europe’s David M. Herszenhorn looks at why Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko forced a plane to land in his country to arrest a dissident journalist.

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Inside Lukashenko’s ‘state-sponsored hijacking’

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:02:37 -0000

Ryanair 4978 started like any flight. But everything changed when the plane was forced to land in Minsk at the behest of Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to arrest a dissident journalist. POLITICO Europe’s David M. Herszenhorn gives an inside look at the flight that shook the world.

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Senate Republicans plan infrastructure counteroffer, as talks stall

Tue, 25 May 2021 19:21:09 -0000

Senate Republicans plan to present the White House with another infrastructure counteroffer Thursday, even as the prospects for a bipartisan deal grow increasingly dim.

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Moderna's Covid-19 vaccine appears safe and effective in teens

Tue, 25 May 2021 19:18:49 -0000

Moderna said Tuesday that its Covid-19 vaccine provided strong protection in teens ages 12 to 17 in a late-stage trial.

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The bottleneck blocking green energy

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:58:40 -0000

Dozens of renewable energy projects are waiting approval to access the US grid. But the lengthy approval process is making them unviable. POLITICO's Eric Wolff explains what's the hold up.

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A boost on disaster mitigation spending

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:58:32 -0000

On Monday, the Biden administration announced it's beefing up funding for natural disaster mitigation ahead of grim forecasts for 2021. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has details.

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New Jersey lifts mask mandate ahead of Memorial Day

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:35:46 -0000

New Jersey is lifting its mask mandate after having been one of the few holdouts in adopting the latest Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance, Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday.

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A year after Floyd’s killing, what’s next for police reform in Minneapolis?

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:35:18 -0000

POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam reports on the continuing push for police reform in Minneapolis a year after the death of George Floyd.

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Biden, Putin likely to hold summit in Geneva

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:34:45 -0000

President Joe Biden and Russian leader Vladimir Putin are likely to hold their first summit next month in Geneva, Switzerland, according to a U.S. official familiar with the issue.

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Inside the occupation of George Floyd Square

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:34:07 -0000

One year later, the corner where George Floyd was killed remains occupied by activists who have barricaded the surrounding streets. POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam reports.

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National Guard to depart Capitol nearly 5 months after Jan. 6 riot

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:33:19 -0000

National Guard troops are slated to decamp from Capitol Hill this week, nearly five months after thousands were deployed to safeguard Congress amid fears of further unrest after the violent Jan. 6 insurrection.

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History and heartbreak at the corner where George Floyd died

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:31:57 -0000

Councilwoman Andrea Jenkins is steering her Minneapolis neighborhood through the aftermath of George Floyd's murder, trying to balance lofty activist demands with competing business and city interests. POLITICO’s Renu Rayasam reports.

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$1.5T gap stands between GOP and Dems on infrastructure

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:29:24 -0000

Senate Republicans will meet today to decide whether to counter the latest infrastructure offer from the White House.

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Today at the White House: Biden to meet with George Floyd’s family

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:29:16 -0000

President Joe Biden had hoped to sign a police reform bill by today but will instead host George Floyd’s family for a closed-door meeting. Here’s what’s happening in Washington today, starting with the White House.

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How Washington will mark George Floyd’s death

Tue, 25 May 2021 15:29:07 -0000

This is the latest where Congress stands on reaching a bipartisan police reform bill.

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Conservatives target payouts to Black farmers

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:36:52 -0000

The Department of Agriculture is preparing to send an estimated $4 billion in payments to farmers of color. But white farmers and Republican lawmakers claim this is unconstitutional and reverse discrimination.

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The role of climate on the infrastructure deal negotiations

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:35:53 -0000

Democrats want to make sure a deal on infrastructure will bolster the fight against climate change. And POLITICO's Sam Mintz reports that's still a bridge Republicans won't cross.

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Blunt looks to help Capitol Police after insurrection instead of creating commission

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:56:38 -0000

To start a commission four months after the insurrection would be too soon, the Missouri Republican said.

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Who is to blame for Covid nursing home deaths

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:56:10 -0000

POLITICO’s Susannah Luthi discusses the difficulty of figuring out who is culpable in nursing home deaths during the pandemic.

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Collins expresses support for Jan. 6 commission, with conditions

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:55:31 -0000

The moderate Maine Republican said she was optimistic that Democrats' House-passed bill to establish an independent panel could pass the Senate if amended.

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Why nursing homes are getting sued

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:54:56 -0000

POLITICO’s Susannah Luthi reports on the lawsuits nursing homes are facing in the aftermath of coronavirus deaths.

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U.S. condemns Belarus for forcing down plane to arrest opponent

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:54:02 -0000

Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday condemned Belarus for forcing down a civilian airliner over its airspace in order to arrest a dissident on the flight.

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A legal shield for nursing homes

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:53:21 -0000

POLITICO’s Susannah Luthi explains how nursing homes are invoking Trump-era liability protections to shield themselves from wrongful death suits.

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White House says it will miss original deadline for police reform bill

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:12:25 -0000

President Joe Biden initially said he wanted to sign a police reform bill into law by May 25th, the one-year anniversary of George Floyd’s murder.

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Biden’s infrastructure deadline approaching

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:58:07 -0000

The odds of a bipartisan deal aren’t looking great after Republicans say they felt snubbed by the White House’s counterproposal last week.

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Today at the White House: FEMA preparedness

Mon, 24 May 2021 13:56:42 -0000

Here’s what everyone at the White House is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Jan. 6 commission bill heads to the Senate — here's what to expect

Mon, 24 May 2021 10:00:00 -0000

A bill that would create a bipartisan commission to investigate the Jan. 6 capitol insurrection is headed to the Senate after passing the House. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, reporters Marianne LeVine and Rachael Bade explore what's happening on the Senate side with this bill — and why Republicans aren't feeling so hot about it.

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Is Hill oversight dead?

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:30:00 -0000

After just 35 House Republicans voted in favor of a proposed commission to investigate the January 6th Capitol insurrection ... is Hill oversight dead? POLITICO's Marianne LeVine and Rachael Bade explore that question on the latest episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast.

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Inside the Jan. 6 commission fight

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:13:15 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast: What's going on with that proposed commission to investigate the January 6th Capitol insurrection? Reporters Marianne LeVine and Rachael Bade break down what the commission would do and all the drama surrounding it.

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Why Republicans are saying no to the proposed 1/6 commission

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:12:06 -0000

Just 35 House Republicans voted this week in favor of a proposed commission to investigate the January 6th Capitol insurrection. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast, reporters Marianne LeVine and Rachael Bade dig into why the vote played out this way.

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The drama behind this week's Jan. 6 vote

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:10:06 -0000

On Capitol Hill this week, the House vote on the creation of a bipartisan commission investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection exposed some MAJOR rifts among lawmakers — Those rifts could get even wider as the bill heads to the Senate. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast, reporters Marianne LeVine and Rachael Bade dig into the dynamics playing out among congressional leadership — including Kevin McCarthy's quest to one day become House speaker.

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GOP senators head to White House for another infrastructure meeting

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:22:18 -0000

New reporting from the AP says that the White House is slightly less optimistic about the possibility of a bipartisan deal but not ready to give up just yet.

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White House snubs Meghan McCain

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:20:56 -0000

With a vast number of Republicans still not vaccinated, you’d think the White House would accept all the help it can get from celebrities and influencers who speak to that demographic. But when Megan McCain, the conservative co-host of ABC’s daytime ratings-driver “The View,” personally reached out to offer her help, she got crickets in response.

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Today at the White House: a visit with Korean President Moon Jae-in

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:20:03 -0000

President Joe Biden will host South Korean President Moon Jae-in at the White House today for a bilateral meeting and press conference.

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How to solve the microchip shortage

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:13:37 -0000

The microchip shortage is causing problems in the auto industry and beyond. POLITICO’s Steven Overly breaks down how the federal government is trying to fix the issue.

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Biden proposes doubling IRS workforce as part of plan to snag tax cheats

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:13:32 -0000

President Joe Biden is proposing to double the size of the IRS, by hiring nearly 87,000 new workers over the next decade, as part of a sweeping plan to chase down tax cheats.

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Why the microchip shortage is a macro-problem

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:13:28 -0000

POLITICO’s Steven Overly explains why the shortage of microchips is causing problems for industries and consumers.

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Biden signs anti-Asian hate crimes legislation

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:13:23 -0000

President Joe Biden on Thursday signed into law anti-hate crime legislation in response to the surge of attacks on Asian Americans during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Here’s why there’s a microchip shortage

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:12:58 -0000

POLITICO’s Steven Overly explains why the tiny devices found in most electronics are in short supply.

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Weedcast: Inside the surprising way that many cannabis companies generate cash

Thu, 20 May 2021 22:33:48 -0000

Real Estate Investment Trusts have become a crucial financing tool for cannabis companies that are largely shut out of traditional banking services. Experts say they're growing in popularity as companies expand to take advantage of the booming cannabis market and increasing likelihood that federal marijuana restrictions will be loosened. POLITICO’s Paul Demko reports.

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Judge rules DeVos must testify in lawsuit over student loan forgiveness

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:28:00 -0000

A federal judge ruled that “exceptional circumstances” justify the rare deposition of a former Cabinet secretary.

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When will we reach herd immunity?

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:27:32 -0000

Vaccination rates are slowing. What does that mean for herd immunity? POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg reports.

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EU countries agree to reopen borders to vaccinated travelers

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:26:43 -0000

The EU is aiming to loosen rules for non-essential travel.

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Coronavirus vaccine booster trial begins in UK

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:20:45 -0000

A study looking at coronavirus vaccine boosters has launched in the U.K. to test the effects of an extra dose.

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Here are the states with the best (and worst) vaccination rates

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:19:32 -0000

POLITICO’s Dan Goldberg breaks down the state of vaccinations across the U.S.

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Americans are getting a raise. Sort of.

Thu, 20 May 2021 15:00:11 -0000

Wages are growing, but unemployment is still high. Indeed Hiring Lab's Nick Bunker sits down with Victoria Guida to explain what's happening.

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McConnell turns Senate Republicans against Jan. 6 commission

Thu, 20 May 2021 14:08:59 -0000

Mitch McConnell’s opposition to a bipartisan proposal to independently investigate the Capitol insurrection is turning GOP senators against the bill, potentially dooming its prospects in the Senate.

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Biden’s big Bibi test

Thu, 20 May 2021 14:08:42 -0000

On Wednesday night, it seemed like Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu might be heeding President Joe Biden's call for a cease-fire. Now it's not so clear.

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Biden's Thursday schedule

Thu, 20 May 2021 14:08:34 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Colonial Pipeline CEO confirms company paid cyber ransom

Wed, 19 May 2021 18:21:11 -0000

Colonial Pipeline paid $4.4 million in ransom to hackers whose cyberattack prompted the pipeline to shutdown and caused gasoline shortages across the Southeast, the company's chief executive told the Wall Street Journal on Wednesday.

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McConnell opposes House’s bipartisan Jan. 6 commission bill

Wed, 19 May 2021 16:37:41 -0000

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said on Wednesday that he is opposed to an independent commission investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection as envisioned by the House.

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TikTok refuses to appear before Congress

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:56:49 -0000

TikTok rebuffed senators’ request for the company to testify at a hearing Tuesday on children’s online privacy and safety concerns.

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How California's hoping to avoid blackouts

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:56:44 -0000

After wildfire risks and extreme demand have forced California to implement planned blackouts across the state in the past 2 years, state officials are prreparing to ensure lights stay on this year. POLITICO's Colby Bermel has details on what they're doing.

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McCarthy races to contain GOP defections on Jan. 6 commission

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:56:43 -0000

Kevin McCarthy thought his House Republican conference would almost entirely stand behind him in efforts to derail an investigation into the events of Jan. 6. Now, a last-minute surge of GOP interest is dashing hopes for near-perfect opposition to the independent commission and putting Republican divisions back on full display. POLITICO’s Melanie Zanona reports.

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Newsom's recall and California's summer blackouts

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:54:48 -0000

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New York state investigation into Trump is now a criminal probe

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:41:57 -0000

The probe began by looking into allegations Trump had misstated property values to get tax benefits.

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Biden's Wednesday schedule

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:41:50 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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An insider’s guide to Biden and Israel

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:41:42 -0000

On most issues, the younger rising progressive wing of the Democratic Party has found President Joe Biden, despite his age, to be an ally — someone who ran as a centrist but has been willing to move left across a range of issues, such as climate, racial justice and government spending.

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Democrats abandon push to delay Biden administration arms sale to Israel

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:06:23 -0000

A group of senior House Democrats on Tuesday backed off a burgeoning effort to push for a delay in the Biden administration's latest weapons sale to Israel amid intensifying violence in the region, further underscoring the intraparty rift over U.S.-Israel relations.

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Here’s what a Jan. 6 commission would do

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:06:09 -0000

POLITICO’s Melanie Zanona breaks down the scope of the House bill to set up a commission to investigate the January 6 insurrection.

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Another loyalty test for Republicans

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:04:25 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy is urging his party to oppose a bipartisan commission to investigate the January 6 insurrection. But a rebellion within the party is growing ahead of today’s vote. POLITICO’s Melanie Zanona reports on how the commission has become another litmus test for loyalty to former President Trump.

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Texas governor bans schools, local governments from requiring masks

Wed, 19 May 2021 14:03:54 -0000

Gov. Greg Abbott, a Republican, hasn’t shied away from controversial pandemic policies.

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BP's (sort of) win at the Supreme Court

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:46:48 -0000

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BP's court win against Baltimore

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:44:59 -0000

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A GOP civil war? Don't bet on it

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:41:38 -0000

If you’ve paid any attention to the news lately, you’ve probably heard this line: There’s a “civil war” raging within the GOP. Republican leadership is duking it out in the open after losing the White House, the House and the Senate; just this week, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy ousted his No. 3, Rep. Liz Cheney. On the latest Playbook Deep Dive, political analyst Jeff Greenfield digs into a contrarian argument with Playbook co-author Ryan Lizza: There is no civil war. This is a purge of anyone who isn't sticking to the party line — and it might actually strengthen the GOP.

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Val Demings to run for Senate against Rubio

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:13:38 -0000

Florida Rep. Val Demings is planning to run for the U.S. Senate, rather than governor, providing Democrats with a big-name candidate to take on Republican Sen. Marco Rubio next year.

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What’s at stake in the SCOTUS abortion case

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:13:03 -0000

Justices have agreed to hear a case that challenges the core of Roe v. Wade. POLITICO’s Alice Miranda Ollstein reports.

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Education Department to launch Title IX hearing in June

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:12:15 -0000

The Education Department’s Office for Civil Rights announced it will hold a virtual public hearing next month as part of its review of the DeVos-era Title IX rule that mandates how colleges and K-12 schools must respond to reports of sexual misconduct.

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U.S. will send 20M more vaccine doses overseas

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:10:19 -0000

The Biden administration will send an additional 20 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines overseas to countries in need.

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Inside the GOP strategy to overturn Roe v. Wade

Tue, 18 May 2021 15:08:41 -0000

POLITICO’s Alice Miranda Ollstein breaks down the Republican strategy of passing strict abortion bans in an effort to get a case challenging the core of Roe v. Wade before the Supreme Court.

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The curious case of Stephen Miller and Andrew Yang

Tue, 18 May 2021 14:32:55 -0000

POLITICO has counted 10 recent tweets from Stephen Miller — a figure reviled by the left for creating Donald Trump's Muslim ban and his child separation policy — in support of Andrew Yang's bid to become New York City's next mayor.

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Stephen Miller on what he sees in Andrew Yang

Tue, 18 May 2021 14:32:22 -0000

Former Trump advisor and immigration hard liner Stephen Miller has been tweeting up a storm in support of Andrew Yang's New York City mayoral bid recently. POLITICO Playbook asked him why.

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Biden's Tuesday schedule

Tue, 18 May 2021 14:31:36 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Could Congress pass a clean energy standard?

Mon, 17 May 2021 20:20:05 -0000

The White House wants it. Most environmentalists want it. And even some Democrats on the Hill want it. But could a federal clean energy standard become a reality? POLITICO's Michael Grunwald and Anthony Adragna discuss.

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The progressives' case against a CES

Mon, 17 May 2021 20:19:41 -0000

The Biden administration wants to set a federal clean energy standard as a way to force a gradual energy transition nationwide. But POLITICO's Michael Grunwald and Anthony Adragna say that not all environmentalists like the idea.

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Covering the White House and 'sounding Black'

Mon, 17 May 2021 20:19:21 -0000

On a recent episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, NPR's Ayesha Rascoe sat down with Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels to talk about some of the microaggressions she's faced as a Black White House correspondent — and specifically, as a correspondent who works in radio.

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'It seemed like a real possibility for the first time in my life'

Mon, 17 May 2021 20:18:57 -0000

On a recent episode of the Playbook Deep Dive podcast, NPR's Ayesah Rascoe spoke with Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels, a fellow Black White House correspondent, about her career path.

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D.C.'s day ahead: May 17, 2021

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:33:39 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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McCarthy has another Trump problem on his hands

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:31:42 -0000

Just days after making nice with Donald Trumpby leading the ouster of Rep. Liz Cheney(R-Wyo.) from his leadership ranks, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy this week will once again find himself in a tough spot via-a-vis the former president.

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Cedric Richmond's fly-partisan call with Jared Kushner

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:30:56 -0000

Presidents come and go, but flies remain at the White House — like, lots of them — and they’ve become a point of agreement between a Trump official and a Biden official who don’t have much else in common.

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Survey: More than half of parents of kids with disabilities say their child is behind academically

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:11:27 -0000

More than half of parents of students with learning disabilities say their child is a year behind and may never catch up, according to a new survey from the nonprofit Understood.

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Will masks stick around forever?

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:09:11 -0000

POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn looks at what role masks will play in the months ahead in the pandemic.

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Senators tout bipartisan effort to combat sexual assault in military

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:08:20 -0000

Support for legislation overhauling military sexual assault policies has reached new levels in the Senate, and the measure's sponsors say this is a prime example of how Congress can channel bipartisanship.

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Cheney on direction of GOP: 'Dangerous'

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:04:16 -0000

Just days after being ousted as House Republicans' third-ranked leader, Rep. Liz Cheney is still voicing her concerns about the state of the GOP.

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Why the CDC changed its mind on masks

Mon, 17 May 2021 15:03:29 -0000

POLITICO’s Adam Cancryn breaks down why the CDC decided to flip-flop on masks.

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So is the economy stalling out or not?

Fri, 14 May 2021 18:00:00 -0000

The economy created 266,000 jobs in April, a figure that shocked many Wall Street observers who had been anticipating figures around 1 million as states lift public health restrictions and vaccination rates climb. Does this mean the economy is stalling out? POLITICO’s Ben White and Renuka Rayasam discuss.

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How today’s price increases compare to the 1970s inflation crisis

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:50:35 -0000

POLITICO’s Victoria Guida explains why this year’s price increases are very different from the inflation crisis of the 1970s.

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White House lifts mask mandate for vaccinated staffers, visitors

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:49:09 -0000

The White House has been slow to reopen, but after new CDC guidance, staffers and journalists were allowed to take off their masks while on the complex.

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Why prices are rising

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:47:42 -0000

POLITICO’s Victoria Guida breaks down why prices are rising — and why it should be temporary.

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Government watchdog says Fudge violated Hatch Act

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:46:26 -0000

The Housing and Urban Development secretary weighed in on the Ohio Senate race during an appearance at the White House in March.

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Could inflation hurt Biden’s chances of passing infrastructure?

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:44:37 -0000

Inflation is at its highest level in more than a decade. POLITICO’s Victoria Guida looks at what that means for Biden’s effort to pass a multi-trillion dollar infrastructure package.

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Liz Cheney says she’s not running for president

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:43:12 -0000

Rep. Liz Cheney isn’t running for president, she said in a Fox News interview on Thursday.

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Biden's Friday schedule

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:16:08 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Jeff Greenfield says GOP well positioned for 2022 & 2024

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:15:52 -0000

Journalist Jeff Greenfield makes the case that despite what you might be seeing on TV, the GOP is actually well positioned to gain seats in Congress in 2022 and even take back the White House in 2024.

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Brazil's big threat to the Amazon

Fri, 14 May 2021 14:00:00 -0000

The Amazon forest spreads across multiple countries in South America, covering nearly the same area as the continental US. Protecting the forest is key for the global fight against climate change, but not everyone sees its conservation as a top priority. Zack Colman, on Brazil's threat to the Amazon forest.

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What's causing the gas shortages

Fri, 14 May 2021 12:00:00 -0000

Throughout the week, many states along the east coast are suffering gas shortages after the coast's main source of fuel suffered a cyber-attack. But POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre reports that, in this case, correlation does not imply causation.

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The latest Israeli-Palestinian conflict, explained

Thu, 13 May 2021 18:38:54 -0000

Despite President Joe Biden’s efforts to keep his administration’s focus on domestic issues, the latest Israeli-Palestinian conflict could derail his agenda. POLITICO's Ryan Lizza talks to POLITICO foreign affairs correspondent Nahal Toosi to break down the events leading up to the new violence between Israelis and Palestinians and what this means for Washington.

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Kerry: We won't take China's climate pledge at its word

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:01:06 -0000

While the US tries to build the diplomatic bridges on climate issues it had recently burnt down, special climate envoy John Kerry says the administration needs more than just words if it's going to believe in China's pledges. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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The treacherous path towards a new water rule

Thu, 13 May 2021 15:59:52 -0000

The Biden administration has vowed to revisit the rule that establishes which waters fall under federal protection. But the process they've set out to craft a new rule could end up being a huge handicap. POLITICO's Annie Snider explains.

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Poll shows DeSantis on solid ground as Democrats try to find openings

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:32:10 -0000

Gov. Ron DeSantis remains on solid ground as he heads into his reelection campaign as Democrats ramp up their efforts to challenge him, a fresh new round of polling in Florida shows.

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Federal officials testify on global Covid response

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:32:05 -0000

Federal officials were grilled by a Senate committee on how the U.S. is helping other countries respond to the coronavirus pandemic. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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Republicans draw ‘red line’ for Biden in Oval Office showdown

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:31:59 -0000

President Joe Biden and congressional leaders met Wednesday to hammer out whether a bipartisan deal on infrastructure is possible.

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What the U.S. is and isn’t doing in the global Covid fight

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:31:53 -0000

POLITICO’s Erin Banco breaks down where the U.S. might be falling short on the global stage.

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CDC panel endorses use of Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine in young teens

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:31:48 -0000

A federal vaccine advisory committee overwhelmingly endorsed the use of Pfizer’s Covid-19 vaccine in teens aged 12 to 15.

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Where cases are rising globally and why

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:31:31 -0000

Infections are surging in India and neighboring countries in Southeast Asia. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports.

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Biden's Thursday schedule

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:28:17 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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How Palm Beach is preparing for a possible Trump indictment

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:27:59 -0000

Law enforcement officials in Palm Beach County, Fla., have actively prepared for the possibility that Manhattan District Attorney Cy Vance could indict former President Donald Trump while he’s at Mar-a-Lago, according to two high-ranking county officials involved in planning sessions.

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How likely a bipartisan infrastructure deal is looking

Thu, 13 May 2021 14:27:49 -0000

President Joe Biden and congressional leaders met Wednesday to hammer out whether a bipartisan deal on infrastructure is possible.

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Tech critic Lina Khan gets bipartisan committee nod for FTC post

Wed, 12 May 2021 17:35:27 -0000

Lina Khan, the progressive tech critic President Joe Biden nominated to the Federal Trade Commission, won bipartisan approval from the Senate Commerce Committee on Wednesday, earning support from all but four GOP members.

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Vineyard winds gets the thumbs up

Wed, 12 May 2021 16:03:20 -0000

On Tuesday, the Interior Department gave a key permit for the largest commercial offshore wind farm in the country to begin construction. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna, on the stakes of the decision.

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Biden responds to the pipeline cyber-attack

Wed, 12 May 2021 16:02:07 -0000

The ransomware attack that forced the Colonial Pipeline to shut down is forcing a massive government response. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre, on what the Biden administration is doing to mitigate the gas shortages.

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Senate Democrats skeptical of extending $300 unemployment benefit

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:51:28 -0000

Senate Democrats are increasingly skeptical of extending the added $300 unemployment benefit after the weaker-than-expected jobs report.

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The sticking points on infrastructure negotiations

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:40:35 -0000

POLITICO’s Sarah Ferris breaks down where Democratic and Republican leaders disagree on infrastructure legislation.

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EPA, DOT move to boost gasoline availability after Colonial Pipeline cyberattack

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:40:30 -0000

The Biden administration is waiving pollution rules and may grant an exception to a law barring foreign ships from transporting goods between U.S. ports.

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Why the Big Four meeting will be a big disappointment

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:40:24 -0000

What happens when you get Washington's four most powerful lawmakers in the same room with the President? Not much. POLITICO’s Sarah Ferris breaks down why you shouldn’t expect any major movement on infrastructure negotiations at today’s White House meeting between Biden, Schumer, Pelosi, McConnell and McCarthy.

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Former Trump officials will defend Jan. 6 actions at congressional hearing

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:40:18 -0000

According to advance testimony, former acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller and former acting Attorney General Jeffrey Rosen will detail how their departments tried to protect the Capitol.

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What the Godfather can teach us about Congressional negotiations

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:40:03 -0000

POLITICO’s Jeremy Siegel and Sarah Ferris explain why today’s Big Four meeting will probably be less productive than the meeting of the Five Families in “The Godfather.”

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The Big 4 meet Biden

Wed, 12 May 2021 14:26:18 -0000

For the first time since October 2019, the four most senior congressional leaders will head to the White House to meet with the president today.

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How the Cheney ouster might unfold

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:59:50 -0000

Here's what POLITICO's sources say about how the vote this morning to oust Rep. Liz Cheney might unfold.

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Cheney defiant during House floor speech

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:55:12 -0000

On the eve of being ousted as House GOP conference chair, a defiant Rep. Liz Cheney called Donald Trump a “threat we have never seen before."

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Biden's Wednesday schedule

Wed, 12 May 2021 13:51:17 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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U.S., U.K. airlines urge bilateral summit on resuming travel

Tue, 11 May 2021 18:22:38 -0000

Seven major airline industry executives from the United States and United Kingdom on Tuesday urged the governments of the two countries to hold a bilateral summit on restarting travel between the two countries.

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Washington Post hires AP’s Buzbee as executive editor

Tue, 11 May 2021 16:44:11 -0000

Sally Buzbee, executive editor and senior vice president of The Associated Press, has been named the new executive editor of The Washington Post, the paper reported on Tuesday.

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Inside the battle to protect the Amazon

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:24:15 -0000

As Brazil's president sees an economic opportunity in developing parts of the Amazon forest, the Biden administration is trying to find a way to convince him otherwise. POLITICO's Zack Colman, on why preserving the Amazon is so important, and the challenge of convincing Brazil's president of that.

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An update on the Colonial Pipeline

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:23:00 -0000

On Monday, President Joe Biden spoke about the cyber attack on the Colonial Pipeline. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna has the latest.

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Youngkin wins Virginia GOP nomination for governor

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:38:56 -0000

Businessperson Glenn Youngkin, a first-time candidate, will be the Republican nominee for governor in Virginia.

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The White House’s political calculus on Israel, explained

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:38:52 -0000

POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi explains why the White House might be reluctant to remain involved in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict after this week’s clashes.

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California has a staggering $75.7B budget surplus

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:38:47 -0000

California expects a staggering $75.7 billion surplus despite a year of pandemic closures — an amount that surpasses most states' annual spending and prompted Gov. Gavin Newsom on Monday to propose sending cash back to residents as he faces a recall election.

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Biden’s hands-off approach to Israel tested

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:38:43 -0000

Unlike other recent Presidents, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is not a priority of the Biden administration. POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi reports.

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FDA authorizes Pfizer vaccine for kids 12 to 15

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:38:37 -0000

The Food and Drug Administration said Pfizer's coronavirus vaccine can be given to kids 12 to 15 years old — making it the first shot available for Americans younger than 16.

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Why Biden can't escape the Israeli-Palestinian conflict

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:38:22 -0000

The Biden administration has de-emphasized the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. But tensions in the region are making it hard to ignore. POLITICO's Nahal Toosi reports.

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Police reform and infrastructure deals gain traction

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:35:14 -0000

On Capitol Hill, bipartisan talks seem to be getting some traction on two fronts: police reform and infrastructure.

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Could McCarthy face a Cheney backlash?

Tue, 11 May 2021 14:33:21 -0000

We’re t-minus one day ’til Rep. Liz Cheney gets the boot from GOP leadership. And as we enter that crazy news cycle, it’s important to remember that this is about one man’s ambitions: Rep. Kevin McCarthy and his hunger to take the speakership.

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Treasury launches $350B aid program for states, cities

Mon, 10 May 2021 21:17:31 -0000

The Treasury Department on Monday announced it will begin doling out the $350 billion set aside by Congress for states and cities, an effort to bolster the budgets of municipal governments across the country.

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Cuomo says New York public colleges will require students to get vaccines

Mon, 10 May 2021 21:17:23 -0000

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced on Monday that the State University of New York and the City University of New York will require Covid-19 vaccinations for students returning this fall.

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The Senate responds to the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack

Mon, 10 May 2021 16:48:14 -0000

Hours after the largest successful cyberattack on American pipeline infrastructure, senators from both parties warned that the federal government needs to ramp up preparedness for this type of attacks. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre has more on the Senate's reaction.

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The Colonial Pipeline cyberattack

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:09:12 -0000

Last week, a major cyberattack halted operations of one of the most important pipelines in the county. POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre explains what happened.

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Larry Hogan decries 'circular firing squad' within GOP

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:01:41 -0000

Maryland's governor said the party has had a terrible four years.

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Boris Johnson to press ahead with lifting England COVID curbs

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:01:31 -0000

Boris Johnson will press ahead with unlocking England on May 17, Downing Street said Sunday night.

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What you need to know about Rep. Elise Stefanik

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:01:25 -0000

POLITICO’s Olivia Beavers breaks down what you need to know about the GOP favorite to replace Rep. Liz Cheney in her party leadership position.

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Covid response chief has no regrets on Johnson & Johnson pause

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:01:19 -0000

White House coronavirus response coordinator Jeff Zients said it was "not at all" a mistake to place a hold on the Johnson & Johnson Covid vaccine, rebuffing the idea that doing so made vaccinating the country any more difficult.

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Biden to appoint former union official Thea Lee to key Labor Department trade post

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:01:14 -0000

President Joe Biden will announce today that he is appointing Thea Lee, a former top aide at the largest U.S. labor group, to lead the Labor Department's Bureau of International Labor Affairs, where she will help oversee enforcement of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, people familiar with the announcement said.

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Why the GOP turned on Cheney

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:01:02 -0000

Earlier this year, House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy stood by Rep. Liz Cheney’s side as she faced an unsuccessful attempt to oust her from her leadership position after voting to impeach Trump. Now, months later, McCarthy and his allies say she’s gotta go. What changed? POLITICO’s Olivia Beavers reports.

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GOP gets behind Stefanik

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:46:52 -0000

This Sunday on Fox News, GOP leadership got behind Rep. Elise Stefanik, the heir apparent of Rep. Liz Cheney's House leadership position.

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Coming up this week: Cheney's future and another Oval Office infrastructure talk

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:45:30 -0000

These are the two big events in D.C. that POLITICO is watching for this week.

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Biden's Monday Schedule

Mon, 10 May 2021 14:44:09 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Progressives want to go bigger than Biden on free school meals

Fri, 07 May 2021 19:53:02 -0000

Progressives in Congress are pushing to go much bigger than President Joe Biden’s plan to expand access to school meals: Make them free for everyone.

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A press corps veteran on covering 5 presidents

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:23:13 -0000

The White House briefing room can change significantly from one administration to the next. Few people know the ins and outs of that room better than April Ryan, White House correspondent for theGrio. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, April dishes to POLITICO's Eugene Daniels about what the briefing room has looked like under five presidents — Bill Clinton, George W. Bush, Barack Obama, Donald Trump and Joe Biden.

Eugene Daniels is a co-author of POLITICO Playbook.

Carol McCabe Booker is a former journalist and attorney who edited Alice Dunnigan's autobiography "Alone atop the Hill."

April Ryan is White House Correspondent at TheGrio.

Ayesha Rascoe is White House Correspondent for NPR and part of the NPR Politics Podcast.

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The Black correspondents at the White House

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:20:01 -0000

White House reporters have access to the highest seat in the country — and they’re a small group. An even smaller group within that? Reporters of color. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's Eugene Daniels is in conversation with fellow Black White House correspondent April Ryan (theGrio).

Eugene Daniels is a co-author of POLITICO Playbook.

Carol McCabe Booker is a former journalist and attorney who edited Alice Dunnigan's autobiography "Alone atop the Hill."

April Ryan is White House Correspondent at TheGrio.

Ayesha Rascoe is White House Correspondent for NPR and part of the NPR Politics Podcast.

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Senate to hear from Biden's Army secretary pick next week

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:18:17 -0000

The Senate Armed Services Committee will hold a confirmation hearing on Thursday for Christine Wormuth, President Joe Biden's nominee to be Army secretary, according to two Senate aides.

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Inside the White House briefing room as a Black reporter

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:13:14 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels takes us inside the room where reporters ask the administration questions and — sometimes — get answers.

Eugene Daniels is a co-author of POLITICO Playbook.

Carol McCabe Booker is a former journalist and attorney who edited Alice Dunnigan's autobiography "Alone atop the Hill."

April Ryan is White House Correspondent at TheGrio.

Ayesha Rascoe is White House Correspondent for NPR and part of the NPR Politics Podcast.

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Who was Alice Dunnigan?

Fri, 07 May 2021 17:10:39 -0000

She was the first and only Black female reporter sitting the White House briefing room back in the 1950s. And at one point, President Eisenhower ignored her questions for two years. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, Playbook co-author Eugene Daniels takes a look at Alice Dunnigan's legacy with former journalist Carol McCabe Booker.

Eugene Daniels is a co-author of POLITICO Playbook.

Carol McCabe Booker is a former journalist and attorney who edited Alice Dunnigan's autobiography "Alone atop the Hill."

April Ryan is White House Correspondent at TheGrio.

Ayesha Rascoe is White House Correspondent for NPR and part of the NPR Politics Podcast.

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Pfizer seeks full FDA approval of its Covid-19 vaccine

Fri, 07 May 2021 16:50:08 -0000

Pfizer and its partner BioNTech have asked the Food and Drug Administration for full approval of their coronavirus vaccine for people ages 16 and over.

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U.S. added just 266,000 jobs in April as hiring slows

Fri, 07 May 2021 16:50:00 -0000

America’s employers added just 266,000 jobs last month, sharply lower than in March and a sign that some businesses are struggling to find enough workers as the economic recovery strengthens.

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Scarred DeSantis staffers form a support group

Fri, 07 May 2021 15:34:24 -0000

Ron DeSantis is looking ahead to reelection next year and quite possibly a 2024 bid for president — but he’s left behind a trail of former disgruntled staffers and has no long-standing political machine to mount a national campaign, DeSantis vets say.
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Biden's Friday schedule

Fri, 07 May 2021 15:08:34 -0000

Where what everyone in Washington D.C. is up to today, starting with the White House.

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What happens when you enter your health data online

Thu, 06 May 2021 17:00:03 -0000

POLITICO’s Mohana Ravindranath explains the cautionary tale of the Flo Ovulation Period Tracker and other apps that can sometimes track your health data.

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How some apps can sell your health data online

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:57:41 -0000

POLITICO’s Mohana Ravindranath reports on the misconception that sensitive health data, like pregnancy status, can't be bought and sold online.

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What countries are leading the push for data privacy

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:57:09 -0000

POLITICO’s Mohana Ravindranath looks abroad at what countries are leading the fight to protect consumer data.

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Why companies can buy and sell sensitive health data

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:46:50 -0000

POLITICO’s Mohana Ravindranath explains the regulatory checkerboard that allows companies to buy and sell sensitive health data that most users don't want out there.

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How lawmakers are trying to shore up consumer health data

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:46:26 -0000

POLITICO’s Mohana Ravindranath breaks down efforts in Congress to push technology companies to better protect consumer health data.

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Your health data is for sale

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:40:21 -0000

POLITICO’s Mohana Ravindranath breaks down how companies are buying and selling the information we share with health apps.

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Freedom Caucus weighs its next move

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:58:55 -0000

The House Freedom Caucus is wrestling with how to respond to the speedy efforts by GOP leaders to install Rep. Elise Stefanik as the No. 3 House Republican. HFC members are in a goldilocks and the three bears sort of situation as they consider a new conference chair.

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Cheney saga boils the GOP down to its essence

Thu, 06 May 2021 14:06:58 -0000

The all-but-certain decision by House Republicans to oust GOP Conference Chair Liz Cheney looks like one of those historical hinge moments — a party solidifying around the idea of loyalty to a single person, one who is obsessed with repeating crackpot lies about election fraud, rather than to policy or ideas.

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Biden’s Thursday schedule

Thu, 06 May 2021 14:06:51 -0000

Here's what President Joe Biden is up to today.

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McCarthy confirms housing arrangement with Luntz after Tucker Carlson report

Thu, 06 May 2021 14:06:43 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy was criticized earlier this week by Tucker Carlson of Fox News Channel for renting an apartment in Washington D.C. from pollster Frank Luntz.

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Biden wants the nation to 'return to normal.' Will the White House follow?

Thu, 06 May 2021 14:06:34 -0000

As the president this week set an ambitious goal to get 70 percent of Americans vaccinated by July Fourth and “return to normal,” 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue is starting to open up. How much, however, remains unclear, in part because White House officials are reluctant to say.

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The U.S. fault lines you didn't even know to fear

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:19:58 -0000

POLITICO's Garrett Graff tell us why you shouldn't just worry about the San Andreas Fault Zone — it's actually one of four fault lines in the U.S. that could spell disaster.

Garrett M. Graff is a journalist and historian.

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Why national security officials worry about the U.S. power grid

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:16:35 -0000

POLITICO's Garrett Graff gives us new things to worry about: all the things that could go wrong with the U.S. power grid.

Garrett M. Graff is a journalist and historian.

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Why disinformation could grow into America's next crisis

Wed, 05 May 2021 16:15:39 -0000

POLITICO's Garrett Graff explains why national security and intelligence officials are concerned that disinformation could blow up into a bonafide crisis for the country.

Garrett M. Graff is a journalist and historian.

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Trump still blocked from Facebook — for now

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:45:44 -0000

Former President Donald Trump’s Facebook account should remain suspended for the time being, the company’s oversight board announced Wednesday — agreeing that his rhetoric had created "a serious risk of violence" but saying the social network had been "arbitrary" in ousting him indefinitely.

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As McCarthy moves to boot Cheney, a favorite successor emerges

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:26:35 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy and some of his allies are moving quickly to nudge GOP Conference Chair Liz Cheney from her leadership post, publicly criticizing her and privately lining up a potential successor.

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White House's Wednesday schedule

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:26:27 -0000

Here is what everyone at the White House is up to today.

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Will social media welcome Trump back?

Wed, 05 May 2021 13:26:10 -0000

Facebook’s oversight board is deciding today whether to allow former President Donald Trump back on. If it does, will Twitter be pressured to follow suit?

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The EPA gets busy on a powerful greenhouse gas

Tue, 04 May 2021 20:16:41 -0000

Last year, Congress ordered the federal government to curb the use of hydrofluorocarbons. And POLITICO's Anthony Adragna reports the Biden administration is ready to act.

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The cautionary tale of Jasiel Correia

Tue, 04 May 2021 19:08:29 -0000

POLITICO's Mona Zhang explains the story of Jasiel Correia, a small town mayor in Massachusetts whose star fell after he was connected to a corruption scheme regarding marijuana legalization.

Mona Zhang is a federal cannabis reporter for POLITICO.

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What the drafters of marijuana legalization didn't foresee

Tue, 04 May 2021 19:07:37 -0000

POLITICO's Mona Zhang explains how incentives for corruption can be baked into state marijuana legalization.

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"People are still trying to figure it out"

Tue, 04 May 2021 19:05:15 -0000

POLITICO's Mona Zhang explains how like other "vice" industries, the marijuana business is still working through kinks, some of which are leading to claims of corruption.

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What is the CRA?

Tue, 04 May 2021 17:23:45 -0000

In 2017, Republicans used the power of the Congressional Review Act to undo regulations from the Obama era. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains how the CRA works.

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Why Dems are picky on using the CRA

Tue, 04 May 2021 17:23:34 -0000

Democrats in Congress have the power to unilaterally end regulations from the Trump administration that they deem to be too weak. But if they can, then why are they not doing it? POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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NRCC adds 10 Democrats to target list

Tue, 04 May 2021 14:24:39 -0000

The National Republican Congressional Committee is adding 10 House Democrats to its target list for the 2022 midterm elections.

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White House's Tuesday schedule

Tue, 04 May 2021 14:24:24 -0000

Here is what everyone at the White House is up to today.

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Banks eyes Cheney’s leadership position

Tue, 04 May 2021 14:24:14 -0000

Jim Banks is the head of the House GOP’s biggest caucus. He’s also earning another unofficial title: shadow chair of the House GOP Conference.

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Biden, White House reverses on its refugee cap reversal

Tue, 04 May 2021 14:23:39 -0000

Weeks after abandoning the number, President Joe Biden once again set a 62,500 cap on refugees allowed into the United States for the rest of this fiscal year, the White House announced on Monday.

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How the hometown of tater tots became a cannabis capital

Mon, 03 May 2021 20:21:42 -0000

Marijuana remains illegal in Idaho. In fact, it is one of only two states left in the nation that bans all forms of cannabis, including hemp and CBD products. But drive across the border into Ontario, Oregon, and Idahoans can purchase every conceivable type of cannabis product. POLITICO’s Natalie Fertig explains to POLITICO Dispatch host Jeremy Siegel how Ontario, Oregon became a cannabis hub.

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Money, MTG and the D.C. power machine

Mon, 03 May 2021 19:04:55 -0000

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has made a name — and recently, fundraised over $3 million — on becoming a political celebrity by oiling gears in the "outrage machine," promoting extremist beliefs and false conspiracy theories and bypassing establishment media and establishment Washington. On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast: What her rise reveals about the power (or lack thereof) of the party’s traditional gatekeepers and the increasing nationalization of local races.

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Who is Marjorie Taylor Greene?

Mon, 03 May 2021 19:02:10 -0000

On the latest episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast, we dig into who Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) is — and what her recent fundraising says about power shifts in D.C.

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Democrats face growing list of swing-district retirements

Mon, 03 May 2021 16:23:27 -0000

The Washington Post is reporting that retirements by House Democrats in competitive seats are starting to add up.

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GOP frustration with Liz Cheney 'at a boiling point'

Mon, 03 May 2021 16:18:31 -0000

According to The Hill, House GOP frustrations with Rep. Liz Cheney. (R-Wyo.) are “at a boiling point” over her continuing criticism of Trump.

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Romney booed at Utah GOP convention

Mon, 03 May 2021 16:02:05 -0000

Utah Sen. Mitt Romney was booed by thousands of Republican delegates on Saturday at the Utah Republican convention Saturday.

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Republicans Susan Wright, Jake Ellzey advance to runoff in Texas' 6th District special election

Mon, 03 May 2021 15:52:07 -0000

In Saturday’s Texas special election for the U.S. House, Trump-endorsed candidate Susan Wright came out on top in a 23-person multi-party field. While there will be a runoff, the likely second-place finisher is GOP state Rep. Jake Ellzey, who has voiced his own support for Trump.

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ABC News/Ipsos poll shows 64% of Americans say they’re optimistic with direction of country

Mon, 03 May 2021 15:50:36 -0000

There are some very encouraging new numbers for President Joe Biden this morning. Sixty-four percent of Americans said they’re optimistic with the direction of the country, according to an ABC/Ipsos poll. POLITICO’S Olivia Reingold reports.

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Bipartisan group of senators presses FERC to advance pipelines

Mon, 03 May 2021 15:22:26 -0000

A bipartisan group of 25 senators led by Sens. John Hoeven (R-N.D.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) want FERC to approve more than a dozen natural gas pipeline projects before the commission implements environmental justice and climate change-oriented policies. The letter comes after the commission recently restarted an effort to update its certification policy.

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The next economic headache: Empty buildings

Mon, 03 May 2021 14:27:41 -0000

Commercial real estate is in trouble, and turbulence in the $15 trillion market is threatening to bleed over into the broader financial system just as the U.S. struggles to emerge from the pandemic. POLITICO's Katy O'Donnell sits down with Victoria Guida to explain what's happening.

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Why Biden won't share his emissions analysis

Mon, 03 May 2021 14:22:27 -0000

The White House says it relied on science when developing the US' new emissions reduction target. But it hasn't shared the analyses behind it, and POLITICO's Zack Colman says there's a reason why.

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Biden's hidden climate math

Mon, 03 May 2021 14:21:52 -0000

Last month, the US president announced an ambitious goal of reducing carbon emissions in half by 2030. But POLITICO's Zack Colman reports the math to get there is still a secret.

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Weedcast: The cash-22 of banking and cannabis

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 16:04:40 -0000

On this week's Weedcast, POLITICO's Natalie Fertig dives into the headaches that banking is causing the marijuana industry.

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Is a carbon tax hurting American consumers?

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0000

American companies across many sectors factor in the cost of their emissions as part of their operations. But are they relaying those costs to us, the consumers? POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert says no.

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The senators at the center of the 50-50 split

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 14:00:00 -0000

Joe Manchin and Lisa Murkowski. Two moderate senators smack in the middle — and on either side — of a split 50-50 Senate. On our first episode of Playbook Deep Dive, the two friends open up in a rare interview with POLITICO’s Burgess Everett.

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No, Biden's climate plan won't take your burgers away

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0000

Over the weekend, conservatives and GOP leaders said the Biden administration's climate plan will limit America's consumption of red meat. But that's not even remotely true. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains.

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What Manchin and Murkowski are pushing for in a 50-50 Senate

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 04:00:00 -0000

Sens. Joe Manchin and Lisa Murkowski chatted with POLITICO’s Burgess Everett about why they think senators should work together to get bills passed — rather than muscling them through.

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Granholm: Congress wanted, but not needed, for climate action

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 20:00:00 -0000

On Monday, the Energy Secretary told POLITICO that while the Biden administration wants to sign the American Jobs Plan into law, it is not entirely necessary to meet America's climate goals. POLITICO's Anthony Adragna explains

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Is it time for pricing carbon in the US?

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0000

American companies are slowly embracing a price on their carbon emissions. But does it mean Congress can try to pass one again? POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert discusses.

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Biden's return to big government

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 16:27:37 -0000

Biden’s first 100 days have been defined by a blitz of government expansion — some $6 trillion worth of actual and proposed spending.

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Private America's embrace of carbon pricing

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0000

In the decade after Congress failed to pass a domestic price on carbon, the private sector has slowly, but surely, moved to include the cost of their emissions as part of their day-to-day operations. POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert explains.

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Biden's return to big government

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 13:49:50 -0000

President Joe Biden’s first 100 days have been defined by a blitz of government expansion — some $6 trillion worth of actual and proposed spending.

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Manchin and Murkowski: Bipartisanship’s past or future?

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 13:00:00 -0000

On the first episode of Playbook Deep Dive, POLITICO's new weekly podcast, Sens. Joe Manchin and Lisa Murkowski sat down for a rare joint interview. The two lawmakers are at the center of a split 50-50 Senate, trying to push their colleagues toward a more bipartisan way of legislating. But is their personal brand of bipartisanship the future? Or a relic of the past?

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No designated survivor for Biden’s joint address

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 18:24:08 -0000

With attendance limited due to the pandemic, many Cabinet officials won't be in the Capitol for the speech.

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Biden shies from a fight with Big Business

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 13:50:48 -0000

President Joe Biden is backing down from a fight with two of Washington’s most powerful trade groups: the pharmaceutical industry and the health insurance lobby.

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Tucker Carlson's mask meltdown

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:38:12 -0000

Some of you will quibble that Fox News host Tucker Carlson lost it long ago. But as careful students of his evening show, we’ve noticed that Carlson has gradually become more unhinged in recent weeks.

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Who got tix to Biden’s big speech

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:34:30 -0000

POLITICO is starting to get a glimpse of the lucky 200 people who scored a ticket to President Joe Biden's big speech Wednesday — and the remainder who got jilted.

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The freshman Congress class: Rep. Nikema Williams

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:23:42 -0000

Nikema Williams is the first woman to represent Georgia's 5th district, which her mentor John Lewis represented for more than two decades. POLITICO’s Eugene Daniels.

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The freshman Congress class: Rep. Ritchie Torres

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:21:36 -0000

Ritchie Torres already made history in 2013, when he became the youngest member of the New York City Council at 25. In 2021 he did it again becoming the first openly gay Afro-Latino person elected to Congress. POLITICO’s Eugene Daniels reports.

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The freshman Congress class: Rep. Byron Donalds

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 13:19:59 -0000

POLITICO’s Eugene Daniels sat down with Rep. Byron, Florida's third-ever Black Republican in Congress.

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Biden admin will share millions of AstraZeneca vaccine doses worldwide

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 19:38:17 -0000

The Biden administration is preparing to send up to 60 million AstraZeneca doses to countries in need over the next several months, once a federal safety review is conducted, according to two senior Biden administration officials.

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Supreme Court will hear gun rights case

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:55:35 -0000

The Supreme Court agreed Monday to hear a major gun rights case that could expand Americans’ ability to legally carry concealed firearms.

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Collins says he won't run for Georgia Senate, governor

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:55:27 -0000

Former Rep. Doug Collins (R-Ga.) will not run for office next year, he announced on Monday, passing on challenging Democratic Sen. Raphael Warnock or primarying GOP Gov. Brian Kemp.

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Newsom orders ban on fracking permits

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:54:53 -0000

California Gov. Gavin Newsom directed state regulators on Friday to ban new fracking permits by 2024, with eyes toward possibly eliminating all fossil fuel extraction by 2045.

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Why the world's skeptical of Biden's climate pledge

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:30:46 -0000

Last week, President Joe Biden announced America's revamped climate pledge. And while world leaders welcomed America's return to fight climate change, most of them are skeptical that Biden can deliver. POLITICO's Ryan Heath has more.

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The widening scope of climate action

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 16:30:20 -0000

Historically, fighting climate change has been seen as regulating carbon emissions or lowering pollution. But last week, domestic and international discussions underlined how action on climate change has come to cover a much broader spectrum. POLITICO's Ryan Heath explains.

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Von der Leyen: EU set to let vaccinated US travelers visit over summer

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:45:43 -0000

U.S. travelers who are fully vaccinated against the coronavirus should be able to travel to the EU over the summer, according to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

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17 senators ask Biden to push for Medicare expansion

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:45:33 -0000

A group of 17 senators sent a letter Sunday to President Joe Biden urging him to attempt to expand Medicare as part of his American Families Plan.

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U.S. pledges medical aid for India to combat surge

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:45:28 -0000

The U.S. is pledging to help India combat its surge in coronavirus cases.

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The Armenian genocide, remembered

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:45:11 -0000

POLITICO’s Charlie Mahtesian looks back at the WWI genocide that has haunted Armenian Americans for generations.

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Democrats spar over Biden’s next mega-proposal

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:08:13 -0000

The contours of a new fight within the Democratic party are forming this morning, this time over President Joe Biden's upcoming proposal: The American Families Plan.

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The contours of the next Democratic fight

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:03:39 -0000

As President Joe Biden gets ready to unveil the second part of his massive infrastructure plan, a fight is emerging in the Democratic party about how to incorporate healthcare.

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Progressive groups not taking chances on paid family leave

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:01:34 -0000

A consortium of advocates is spending $6 million on a media and organizing campaign that aims to shore up Biden's commitment to including paid family leave in the American Families Plan.

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Biden's Monday schedule

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 13:58:20 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Weedcast: The nationwide fight over THC caps

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 20:01:03 -0000

Lawmakers across the country are proposing legislation that would cap the amount of THC permitted in marijuana. But, marijuana companies are adamantly opposed to the caps. POLITICO’s Paul Demko explains.

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How Biden wants to meet America's climate goals

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, President Joe Biden announced the US wants to cut its emissions dramatically by 2030. But there are still questions over how America will get to that. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains.

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Was Biden's climate summit a success?

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, the US and some of its allies unveiled revamped climate targets. But POLITICO's Zack Colman reports that doesn't mean the summit was a complete success.

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The Florida Democrat weighing a statewide run

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:12:07 -0000

Rep. Val Demings is seriously considering running for statewide office in Florida.

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The alliances behind increasing American battery production

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0000

If the US wants to substantially increase the production of large capacity batteries, it is going to need to also increase mining for rare earth minerals. And POLITICO's Gavin Bade and Eric Wolff report that even some Democrats are coming to terms with this possibility.

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California public universities plan to require Covid-19 vaccines

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:38:01 -0000

California's two public university systems announced Thursday they will require nearly 800,000 students to receive the Covid-19 vaccine as soon as this fall in the nation's most sweeping higher education testing requirement.

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Trump group teams with Texas in challenge to Biden immigration policies

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:36:15 -0000

A new suit alleges the administration is putting Americans at greater risk of Covid by allowing some migrants who illegally cross the border to be released in the U.S.

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Senate passes anti-Asian American hate crime bill

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:35:39 -0000

The bill soared through the chamber despite Democrats' earlier fears of a Republican filibuster.

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Judge orders third Proud Boys leader detained pending trial

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:35:02 -0000

Charles Donohoe is the latest to be locked up in recent days while fighting charges of conspiring to stop the certification of the 2020 election.

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HUD scraps Trump proposal on transgender access to single-sex homeless shelters

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:34:12 -0000

The Trump rule would have rolled back transgender protections included in HUD’s 2016 Equal Access rule, which mandated access to shelter based on a person’s self-expressed gender identity.

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The global pledges at Biden's climate summit

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:31:30 -0000

On Thursday, the White House hosted the first international climate summit of the year. But did the Biden White House get any special agreements from other countries? POLITICO's Zack Colman has more.

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Biden's climate pledge

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:31:09 -0000

On Thursday, President Joe Biden unveiled the new and improved US climate pledge. POLITICO's Zack Colman has the details.

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Biden's Friday schedule

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:06:23 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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The border crisis Trump saw coming

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:04:14 -0000

New reporting from POLITICO's Anita Kumar shows that former president Donald Trump and his allies anticipated the surge of migrants that President Joe Biden is now struggling to contain — and plotted to use it against Democrats in 2022.

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Could Manchin's endorsement help Murkowski take down her challenger?

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:02:36 -0000

If you didn't know: Lisa Murkowski, an Alaska Republican, is facing a primary challenger for 2022. Meet: Kelly Tshibaka.

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Supreme Court cuts back FTC power to seek ill-gotten gains

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 19:59:21 -0000

The Federal Trade Commission can’t force companies that engage in wrongdoing to pay back consumers or give up ill-gotten profit, the Supreme Court held Thursday, dealing a huge blow to the agency that could hamper its antitrust and privacy cases.

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The Democrats' struggle for a just energy transition

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 17:00:00 -0000

Transitioning out of fossil fuels will involve changing the ways that oil-relying communities thrive. And for Democrats, the early stages of the energy shift are challenging their policies and the messaging around the transition altogether. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains.

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Russian troops to pull back from Ukrainian border

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:02:04 -0000

Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoygu said Thursday that his country will begin pulling troops back from its border with Ukraine, Bloomberg reported. The withdrawal is set to begin on Friday and will be completed by May 1.

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Pentagon investigated suspected Russian directed-energy attacks on U.S. troops

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 16:01:42 -0000

The Pentagon has briefed top lawmakers on intelligence surrounding suspected directed-energy attacks against U.S. troops, and officials identified Russia as a likely culprit, according to two people with direct knowledge of the matter.

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The race for battery production

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:55:24 -0000

As the world's need for big capacity batteries increases, the US is lagging behind China in the production, and Eric Wolff and Gavin Bade report the stakes of picking up the pace are very high.

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America's battery problem

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:54:46 -0000

Joe Biden wants America's energy and vehicle fleet to go green. But doing so requires batteries and storage. And POLITICO's Eric Wolff and Gavin Bade report that independence on this sector is not going to be an easy journey.

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Experts skeptical Biden can pull off climate goal without Congress

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:45:48 -0000

Many experts doubt whether hitting a new climate mark set by President Joe Biden is feasible without enacting significant portions of his massive infrastructure and jobs plan.

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Can Biden meet his big new climate goal without Congress?

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:44:20 -0000

It's a goal the White House insists the U.S. can meet even if Congress rejects Biden's calls for trillions of dollars in green infrastructure spending.

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EU preparing legal case against AstraZeneca over vaccine shortfalls

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:31:29 -0000

The European Commission is getting ready to launch legal proceedings against vaccine producer AstraZeneca, according to five EU diplomats.

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House votes to limit arms sales to Saudi Arabia over Khashoggi killing

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:30:42 -0000

The Biden administration released an intelligence report in February concluding that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman approved the killing of the dissident and journalist in 2018.

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Biden's Thursday schedule

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:29:56 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington D.C. is up to today, starting with the White House.

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The state of negotiations on gun reform in the Senate

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:29:29 -0000

The NRA is decimated and the GOP is out of power. But that might not be enough for Democrats to push through gun reforms. POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu reports.

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Biden unveils sweeping climate goal

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:24:51 -0000

President Joe Biden pledged Thursday to slash U.S. emissions of greenhouse gases in at least half by 2030 at a virtual climate summit.

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Senate Democrats reject Republican infrastructure bid

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:06:57 -0000

Democrats are rejecting a counteroffer to President Biden’s $2.5 trillion infrastructure spending package before it's even introduced.

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A senator’s quest to avoid ‘failure’ on gun control

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:06:14 -0000

POLITICO’s Nicholas Wu talks with Sen. Chris Murphy about his efforts to undo decades of stagnation in Congress and get gun reforms passed.

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USDA extends universal free school meals through next year

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0000

The Agriculture Department on Tuesday announced the extension of pandemic flexibilities across federal nutrition programs through June 2022 — a move that allows schools nationwide to continue serving free meals to all students regardless of income.

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Exxon's carbon capturing uphill battle

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0000

Earlier this week, Exxon presented a plan for an ambitious carbon capturing project that would need financial and regulatory backing. And while it's nearly impossible that Democrats would lend a hand, POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre reports that doesn't mean carbon capturing technology should be counted dead on arrival.

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Justice Department opens broad probe of Minneapolis police

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:40:02 -0000

Attorney General Merrick Garland announced Wednesday that the Justice Department will conduct a broad investigation into alleged abuses at the Minneapolis Police Department, examining whether its officers have a “pattern or practice” violating the civil rights of residents.

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GOP senators float $600-800 billion infrastructure counteroffer

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:51:42 -0000

Republican senators Tuesday discussed a counterproposal to President Joe Biden’s infrastructure plan, likely coming in at $600 billion to $800 billion and paid for with user fees and unspent Covid relief money.

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U.S. considers more weapons shipments to Ukraine amid Russian buildup

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:49:37 -0000

The White House is weighing requests from Kyiv to send additional weaponry to Ukraine as it faces the biggest military buildup of Russian forces on its border in nearly a decade.

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The next steps post-verdict

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:45:24 -0000

POLITICO's Brakkton Booker tells host Jeremy Siegel what could come next regarding police reform now that former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin has been convicted in the murder of George Floyd.

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What it took to convict Derek Chauvin

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:43:11 -0000

POLITICO's Brakkton Booker tells host Jeremy Siegel about all the evidence against former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.

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Chauvin Trial verdict and reactions, in 300 seconds

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:39:57 -0000

Former Minneapolis Officer Derek Chauvin was convicted Tuesday of murder and manslaughter for pinning George Floyd to the pavement with his knee on the Black man’s neck in a case that triggered worldwide protests, violence and a furious reexamination of racism and policing in the U.S. Listen to the verdict and reactions across the country.

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One POLITICO reporter on his pre-verdict anticipation

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:35:09 -0000

POLITICO's Brakkton Booker tells host Jeremy Siegel about the thoughts going through his head when he found out the jury on the Derek Chauvin trial had reached a verdict.

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Biden's big climate party

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:13:07 -0000

After a 4-year hiatus, the US is back on the forefront of international climate discussions. Today, POLITICO's Zack Colman reports on what to expect from this week's big climate meeting.

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Exxon's carbon capturing plan

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:50:00 -0000

Rather than switching to green resources, American oil companies want to tackle climate change by developing carbon capturing technologies. And POLITICO's Ben Lefebvre has details on one oil giant's plan to get this started.

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Schumer calls for marijuana reform on 4/20

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:46:43 -0000

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer underlined his goal of cannabis reform with a public celebration Tuesday of an unofficial but widely marked marijuana holiday: 4/20.

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Chauvin conviction squeezes Congress on police reform

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:45:36 -0000

Derek Chauvin’s conviction for the murder of George Floyd is heaping more pressure than ever on the Senate to finally enact nationwide police reform, senators in both parties said Tuesday in the wake of the verdict.

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The verdict: A rush of relief as eyes turn to Congress

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:44:33 -0000

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris promised George Floyd's family and the nation that Derek Chauvin's guilty verdict was just a first step. But it’s now in Congress’ hands, not exactly a confidence-inspiring group for people hoping to see reform.

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Biden addresses nation post-Chauvin verdict

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:43:17 -0000

President Joe Biden renewed his calls Tuesday for action to address racial discrimination in policing and the criminal justice system, in response to the guilty verdict of the former police officer who killed George Floyd in Minneapolis last May, and called Floyd's

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Celebration is laced with warnings after Derek Chauvin conviction

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:42:09 -0000

Democrats and activists celebrated Tuesday’s conviction of the former Minneapolis police officer who killed George Floyd last May, but warned that more needed to be done to address systemic issues with policing and criminal justice.

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Biden's Wednesday schedule

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:40:30 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Schumer calls for marijuana reform on 4/20

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:05:25 -0000

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer underlined his goal of cannabis reform with a public celebration Tuesday of an unofficial but widely marked marijuana holiday: 4/20.

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Chauvin conviction squeezes Congress on police reform

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:02:31 -0000

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The verdict: A rush of relief as eyes turn to Congress

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 15:00:25 -0000

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Biden addresses nation post-Chauvin verdict

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:59:07 -0000

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Celebration is laced with warnings after Derek Chauvin conviction

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:56:27 -0000

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Biden's Wednesday schedule

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:55:24 -0000

Here's what everyone in Washington is up to today, starting with the White House.

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Derek Chauvin convicted of murdering George Floyd

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 22:59:19 -0000

Former Officer Derek Chauvin was convicted on Tuesday of murder for the May 2020 killing of George Floyd, the 46-year-old Black man whose neck Chauvin pinned down with his knee on the pavement of a south Minneapolis intersection for more than nine minutes.

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Biden says he's 'praying' for a guilty verdict in Chauvin trial

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 19:03:05 -0000

President Joe Biden said Tuesday he was “praying” for a guilty verdict in the trial of Derek Chauvin, as the jury enters its second day of deliberations over the fate of the former Minneapolis police officer who killed George Floyd.

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A big, splashy climate summit? Unlikely

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0000

On Thursday, the US is hosting a big climate summit that will mark its return to the center stage on the issue. But it's unclear whether any country is preparing a big announcement on the occasion. POLITICO's Zack Colman explains why.

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A window into the future of international travel

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:10:00 -0000

Five cities, four countries and 15 days locked down in Australia: Global Translations author Ryan Heath talks to Playbook's Tara Palmeri about his 68-hour travel journey to get Down Under. He peers inside the hellish future of global travel and explains why it might be more expensive for travelers.

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U.S. ambassador to Russia returning to Washington

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:07:16 -0000

U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan announced Tuesday he will return to the United States this week for “consultations” with American officials at a critical juncture in the diplomatic relationship between Washington and Moscow.

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Nikki Haley scouts a 2024 partner

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:24:42 -0000

SPOTTED: Nikki Haley in Miami meeting with Mayor Francis Suarez at City Hall.

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What Nikki Haley might see in Francis Suarez

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:19:24 -0000

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez is a rising star in Florida politics and an influential voice with the largest bloc of conservative Hispanic voters in the battleground state.

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Chauvin judge warns Waters comments may overturn trial

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:18:10 -0000

The judge overseeing the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin on Monday excoriated House Financial Services Chair Maxine Waters after she urged protesters to "get more confrontational" if the jury did not return a guilty verdict for the murder of George Floyd.

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What the left might do about the GOP backlash over Waters comments

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:16:51 -0000

Tensions remain high in the House after Jan. 6, with Democrats privately lamenting that they’re working alongside apologists to an insurrection.

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Former Vice President Walter Mondale dies at 93

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:08:51 -0000

The Minnesota Democrat was on the wrong end of a Ronald Reagan landslide in 1984.

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Inside Biden’s decision to withdraw from Afghanistan

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:08:41 -0000

POLITICO’s Pentagon reporter Lara Seligman gives an inside look at how and why President Biden decided to announce a full withdrawal from Afghanistan.

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McCarthy to introduce Maxine Waters censure resolution

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:08:36 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said on Monday that he would introduce a resolution to censure Rep. Maxine Waters for comments she made over the weekend in Minnesota that Republican lawmakers said stoked further violence.

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How Biden stepped out of his predecessors shadows on Afghanistan

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:08:27 -0000

For nearly two decades, U.S. presidents have followed the advice of top military leaders and kept troops in Afghanistan. But last week President Biden ovverode the brass and announced a complete withdrawal. POLITICO’s Lara Seligman reports.

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Biden's Tuesday schedule

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 15:04:16 -0000

Here's a rundown of what's on the books for everyone in Washington today.

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CFPB targets debt collectors in bid to protect renters

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 20:33:52 -0000

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau on Monday unveiled a rule cracking down on debt collectors to stop them from forcing renters from their homes during a nationwide eviction ban, as millions of Americans struggle with bills amid the pandemic.

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Does corporate America want a climate pledge watchdog?

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 19:00:00 -0000

Some of America's biggest companies have made big promises to lower their carbon emissions and help the environment. But so far, these promises don't come with any guarantees. And according to POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert, the Biden administration may change that.

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Vaccine diplomacy

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 18:00:00 -0000

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Stivers to resign from Congress next month

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:06:27 -0000

Rep. Steve Stivers (R-Ohio) is resigning from Congress next month to lead the Ohio Chamber of Commerce, deciding against running for Senate and creating a special election in his safe red seat.

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Year-round school? It could help make up for the pandemic

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:22:06 -0000

Education leaders are considering some bold ideas for how to get schoolkids back on track. POLITICO’s Delece Smith-Barrow reports.

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Siena poll: A record number of New Yorkers view Cuomo unfavorably

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:21:30 -0000

More than half of New York voters view Gov. Andrew Cuomo unfavorably, according to a new Siena College Research Institute poll released Monday morning.

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U.S., China pledge to tackle climate change with 'urgency'

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:20:56 -0000

The statement showed the two nations continued to engage in efforts to rein in greenhouse gases, even as the relationship between Washington and Beijing faces rising strains.

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Why teachers should address emotional needs of students before academics

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:20:22 -0000

Even though kids are behind academically, experts say the emotional needs of students must come first when they reenter the classroom. POLITICO’s Delece Smith-Barrow reports.

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Biden official: 'There will be consequences' for Russia if Navalny dies

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:19:43 -0000

"They will be held accountable by the international community," Jake Sullivan said.

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How the pandemic will change education

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:18:15 -0000

Covid has upended education in America. POLITICO’s Delece Smith-Barrow explores how the effects might linger.

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Biden's busy two weeks

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:12:48 -0000

Get ready for a big two weeks from the Biden administration: bipartisan infrastructure talks today, a major Covid and vaccine update speech from President Joe Biden on Wednesday, and a two-day climate summit starting on Earth Day this Thursday when Biden will announce America’s 2030 emissions target.

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GOP lawmakers come for Maxine Waters

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:09:30 -0000

Here's the latest on the GOP backlash to comments Rep. Maxine Waters made to protesters advocating for police reform in Minneapolis over the weekend.

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G-10 snags Oval Office meeting with Biden

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:07:54 -0000

On Monday afternoon, the president will meet with his second bipartisan group in the Oval Office to discuss his jobs and infrastructure package.

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Biden’s Monday schedule

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 14:04:45 -0000

Before the afternoon meeting with lawmakers, the president will receive the President’s Daily Brief at 9:50 a.m.

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Closing arguments in Chauvin trial set for Monday

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 18:49:53 -0000

The defense rested its case on Thursday at the murder trial of former Officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd. Closing arguments are set to begin Monday morning, after which the jury will deliberate.

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Biden administration investing $1.7B to better track Covid-19

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 17:39:06 -0000

The Biden administration announced Friday it is spending $1.7 billion to expand the country's ability to track coronavirus variants.

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Pelosi's big headache

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 16:37:30 -0000

Democrats are already playing furious musical chairs to score one of the precious few seats at Biden’s joint address — and we're told the situation is downright contentious.

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Vaccine tracker: 36.8 percent of the U.S. has received first dose

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:55:19 -0000

Vaccination rates are highest among older Americans.

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Looking back at John Fetterman’s unusual political story

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:52:48 -0000

Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman has emerged as the Democratic frontrunner in a 2022 Senate race. POLITICO’s Holly Otterbein looks back at his untraditional political path.

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McCarthy: I've met with Gaetz, he professed innocence

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:45:28 -0000

House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy said Thursday he has met privately with Rep. Matt Gaetz and that the Florida Republican denied any impropriety stemming from a federal sex trafficking investigation that's entangled him.

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Pelosi dismisses progressive ‘court packing’ legislation

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:44:25 -0000

Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Thursday rejected a push from the left wing of the party to swiftly vote on legislation to expand the Supreme Court with Democrats in full control of Washington.

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The man at the center of Democrats’ big question

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:43:22 -0000

Pennsylvania Lieutenant Governor John Fetterman says he can win over working class Trump voters in his bid to flip an open Senate seat in 2022, but he’s facing resistance from fellow Democrats who think the party should pick the most progressive candidate possible — not another white man with Rust Belt appeal. POLITICO’s Holly Otterbein reports.

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Biden's day ahead: Suga meeting

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:41:17 -0000

Here's a look at the White House's Friday schedule.

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Progressives push Biden on refugee caps

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:38:55 -0000

A group of lawmakers are urging Biden to move now to fix a system they call “unacceptably draconian and discriminatory.”

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Senate exploring two-pronged approach to infrastructure

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:37:22 -0000

Democrats are at a crossroads on whether or not to work with their GOP colleagues. And the clock is ticking.

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Biden promised to stop seizing border wall land. His DOJ is still doing it.

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:36:28 -0000

The administration is past a self-imposed 60-day deadline to review resources for the wall. And it’s still taking land for it.

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White House dials down likelihood Russia offered bounties in Afghanistan

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 15:33:52 -0000

White House press secretary Jen Psaki said Thursday there is not strong evidence that Russia allegedly offered bounties to the Taliban to target U.S. and allied forces in Afghanistan.

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Axne pushes for biofuel incentives in Biden's infrastructure plan

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Rep. Cindy Axne (D-Iowa) told POLITICO that she sent a letter to House and committee leaders, urging the inclusion of incentives for the biofuels sector in Biden's infrastructure proposal.

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Weedcast: How state marijuana legalization became a boon for corruption

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

On this week's Weedcast, POLITICO's Mona Zhang explains why by making local officials the gatekeepers for million-dollar businesses, states created a breeding ground for bribery and favoritism.

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USDA to end food box program

Fri, 16 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

The Trump administration’s food box program is scheduled to end, and USDA shared lessons learned from public listening sessions.

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What corporate America needs Biden to do on climate

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:14:08 -0000

From Nike to Walmart, America's biggest companies have aggressive goals on reducing their carbon footprint. But they can only get there if the federal government's big climate plan gets up to speed. POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert explains why.

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Big business wants Biden to move on climate

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 20:13:47 -0000

Some of America's biggest corporations want Biden to help set the groundwork for a net-zero future. POLITICO's Lorraine Woellert explains what exactly they mean by that.

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Booker to introduce climate bill

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 19:25:50 -0000

Sen. Cory Booker plans to introduce the Climate Stewardship Act today with hopes of getting the bill into President Joe Biden’s infrastructure package.

Ximena Bustillo is a legislative reporter for POLITICO Pro.

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Biden climate plan to call for far-reaching financial safeguards

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 16:54:13 -0000

President Joe Biden is preparing to instruct federal agencies to take sweeping action to combat climate-related financial risks to government and the economy, including moves that could impose new regulations on businesses.

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Biden administration sanctions Russia

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 16:10:02 -0000

President Joe Biden on Thursday declared that the U.S. faces a “national emergency” over an array of malign actions from Russia, imposing new sanctions on the Russian government and expelling 10 Kremlin diplomats from the United States.

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The state of Covid testing at schools

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:53:37 -0000

POLITICO’s David Lim reports on efforts to ramp up testing at schools as children return to in-person classes.

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Democrats to introduce legislation to expand Supreme Court

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:52:35 -0000

House and Senate Democrats will introduce legislation Thursday to expand the number of Supreme Court justices to 13 from nine, drawing more attention to the debate surrounding court reform.

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Florida House passes contentious transgender sports ban

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:51:58 -0000

The GOP-controlled Florida House on Wednesday passed controversial legislation banning transgender athletes from playing girls’ sports, shifting attention to the state Senate where final approval is needed to send the bill to Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Is there a “best” kind of coronavirus test?

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:51:17 -0000

One is more accurate than the others, but the answer is more complicated than you might expect.

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White House Correspondents' Association cancels 2021 dinner

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:50:34 -0000

This is the second year in a row that the annual event has been axed because of the pandemic.

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Prosecutors decline to charge officer who fatally shot Jan. 6 Capitol rioter

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:46:56 -0000

The U.S. Attorney’s Office in D.C. determined that the evidence did not prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the officer who fired the shot had any intent to violate the law.

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The three kinds of Covid tests, explained

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:45:35 -0000

POLITICO’s David Lim breaks down everything you need to know about the three different kinds of Covid tests available right now.

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Reparations, D.C. statehood get House panel green light

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:17:11 -0000

After two decades, troops have an end date on America's longest war. But it took a White House ready to pull rank on the military.

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Republicans prep smaller counteroffer to Biden’s infrastructure plan

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:13:22 -0000

Republicans are preparing a counteroffer to President Joe Biden's infrastructure proposal, a plan that's likely to be in the range of $600 to $800 billion, more targeted in scope and funded by unspecified user fees, according to several GOP senators.

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A new book resurfaces the AOC-Pelosi rivalry

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:12:13 -0000

Nancy Pelosi and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are some of the most influential Democrats in the entire party, but they’re more rivals than allies. Plus: Republicans have a counteroffer in the works to Biden's $2 trillion-plus infrastructure-jobs plan.

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Biden's team overrides the brass on Afghanistan

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:10:40 -0000

After two decades, troops have an end date on America's longest war. But it took a White House ready to pull rank on the military.

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Biden's day ahead: Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus meeting

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:08:21 -0000

Here's a look at the White House's Thursday schedule.

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Chauvin Trial: Day 13

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 22:08:24 -0000

The defense called more witnesses Wednesday in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, including a former Maryland chief medical examiner. Chauvin is charged with second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter in Floyd's death in police custody on May 25, 2020.

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Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff dies in prison

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:27:49 -0000

Bernie Madoff, the financier who pleaded guilty to orchestrating a massive Ponzi scheme, died in a federal prison early Wednesday, a person familiar with the matter told The Associated Press. He was 82.

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$50K of student loan forgiveness would wipe out federal debt for 36M, new data shows

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:08:18 -0000

More than 36 million Americans would have their federal student loans completely erased if the Biden administration were to accede to progressive demands to cancel up to $50,000 per borrower, according to new data from the Education Department.

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What the J&J pause means for the US vaccine schedule

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:05:43 -0000

U.S. health officials say halting the use of Johnson & Johnson won’t set the nation back in its vaccination efforts.

Sarah Owermohle is a health care reporter for POLITICO.
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Here are the symptoms for the rare J&J blood clots

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:05:00 -0000

POLITICO’s Sarah Owermohle explains the symptoms that might be associated with extremely rare blood clotting cases among people who have received the Johnson & Johnson vaccine.

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HUD moves to restore fair housing rules weakened under Trump

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:04:01 -0000

The resurrected rules — currently under regulatory review by the OMB — mark one of the biggest steps HUD Secretary Marcia Fudge has taken since her swearing-in last month.

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Making sense of the J&J vaccine pause

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:01:59 -0000

POLITICO’s Sarah Owermohle breaks down regulators’ decision to halt the use of Johnson & Johnson shots.

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Pelosi invites Biden to address Congress

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:26:28 -0000

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Tuesday night formally invited President Joe Biden to address a joint session of Congress on April 28, his first speech to both chambers as president.

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GOP edges back from filibuster cliff on hate crimes bill

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:25:42 -0000

A bipartisan effort is underway to amend Democrats' anti-hate crime legislation in the Senate as the GOP edges back from its first filibuster opportunity of Joe Biden's presidency.

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House panel to vote on reparations bill

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:24:58 -0000

Reparations are on the table in the House: Today, a committee will vote for the first time on a bill that would launch a commission to study direct payments to Black Americans for slavery and centuries of racism.

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Biden officials brace for possible weekslong J&J vaccine disruption

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:23:20 -0000

Biden administration officials are preparing for the possibility that the pause in use of the Johnson & Johnson’s coronavirus vaccine could last for weeks — and perhaps longer for certain portions of the American population.

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Republicans seethe over Biden bipartisanship

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:22:31 -0000

“It’s a f---ing nightmare," says one staffer working for members of the G-10, the group of 10 Republican senators who insist they’re itching to negotiate deals with the White House.

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Biden's day ahead: Afghanistan remarks

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:21:37 -0000

Here's a look at the White House's Wednesday schedule.

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How different would a post-Biden power grid be?

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

If Joe Biden succeeds in implementing grid transformation, America's power landscape will look very different. Just how different? POLITICO's Eric Wolff describes.

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The benefits of modernizing the power grid

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Embedded in Joe Biden's infrastructure plan is a massive and expensive project to modernize America's power lines. Today, POLITICO's Eric Wolff explains the benefits of a modern, smart grid,

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Do you have $11,000 to spend on a plane ticket?

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:58:53 -0000

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Locked down in Australia

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:45:48 -0000

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Biden's day ahead: Congressional Black Caucus meeting

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:15:14 -0000

Here's a look at President Joe Biden's Tuesday schedule.

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Senate Republicans call for a McConnell-Trump truce

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:09:20 -0000

Two days after Trump derided Minority Leader Mitch McConnell as a “dumb son of a bitch,” Senate Republicans are calling on the two to make peace.

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Inside the White House's bipartisan infrastructure meeting

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 15:06:29 -0000

President Joe Biden told Republicans what they wanted to hear on Monday, promising to be flexible and open to changing different parts of the administration’s infrastructure plan. But whether it is enough to constitute progress in making the negotiations bipartisan remains to be seen.

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DeSantis continues to pull in millions for reelection campaign

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:45:23 -0000

Gov. Ron DeSantis continues to haul in money for his reelection campaign at a torrential pace.

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NCAA hints championships at stake with Florida considering transgender sports ban

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:44:53 -0000

The NCAA is “closely” keeping tabs on states including Florida that are moving to ban transgender athletes from playing girls’ sports, warning in a statement Monday that locations that don’t treat all student-athletes with “dignity and respect” could lose out on hosting championship games.

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The White House briefing room might not be as impenetrable as it seems

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:44:21 -0000

"Kacey Montagu" posed as a reporter for the fictitious WHN and managed to fool real correspondents — and even the new Biden administration. POLITICO’s Christopher Cadelago looks at the lessons learned from the situation.

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Blinken names State Department's chief diversity and inclusion officer

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:43:53 -0000

Gina Abercrombie-Winstanley served as a senior career diplomat for more than three decades.

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Biden to nominate Wormuth to be first female Army secretary

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:43:20 -0000

Christine Wormuth, a former top policy official at the Defense Department during the Obama administration, recently led Biden’s Pentagon agency review team through one of the most contentious transitions in modern history, and has been in and out of the Pentagon since she began her public service career in the policy office in 1996.

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How a fake reporter infiltrated the White House press corps

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 14:42:44 -0000

Who is “Kacey Montagu”? POLITICO’s Christopher Cadelago tells the wild and weird story of how a fictitious correspondent rose from the depths of internet role playing to the White House briefing room.

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Meet the Republicans eyeing Gaetz's seat

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

Rep. Matt Gaetz insists he’s not resigning amid an ongoing federal investigation, but Republicans in his deep red Florida district are already eyeing his seat.

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Inside Biden's plan to modernize the grid

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 09:00:00 -0000

The US is going to need a smart grid to distribute clean energy across the country. And it seems like Joe Biden has a plan for that. POLITICO's Eric Wolff explains.

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Trump rips McConnell at Mar-a-Lago speech

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 20:07:02 -0000

Former President Donald Trump ripped into Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell before a Republican National Committee donor retreat Saturday evening, deriding him as a “dumb son of a bitch.”

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McCrory expected to launch North Carolina Senate bid

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 19:55:12 -0000

Pat McCrory, the former Republican governor of North Carolina, is planning to launch his campaign for the state’s open Senate seat this week, according to people familiar with his plans.

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Why advocates pushed against a WH police commission

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 18:23:01 -0000

The White House is putting its police oversight commission on ice — nixing Biden’s campaign pledge to set one up within his first 100 days. In making the decision, the White House said it consulted with national civil rights groups and police unions.

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China hasn't been forthright on Covid, Blinken says

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 15:19:29 -0000

"That's why we need to get to the bottom of this," he said of Covid's origins.

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Republicans not pleased with Trump’s fiery Mar-a-Lago speech

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 15:19:24 -0000

Several Republican leaders on Sunday expressed concern at incendiary comments made by former President Donald Trump during a speech Saturday night at a Republican National Committee donor retreat.

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Hawley hauls in $3M after attempt to block election results

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 15:19:01 -0000

The Missouri senator collected more than 10 times what some of his colleagues have raised at a similar point in their terms.

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Cindy McCain set to land Biden ambassadorship

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:41:14 -0000

The wife of the late Sen. John McCain would be the administration’s first Republican appointee to a Senate-confirmed position.

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Senate barrels toward possible 1st legislative filibuster of 2021

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:40:08 -0000

There’s been a lot of talk in recent months about whether Democrats should kill the filibuster — even though Republicans haven’t blocked a single major piece of legislation this year. That could change this week.

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Biden huddles with bipartisan group on infrastructure

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:38:12 -0000

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harriswill meet this afternoon with a group of Republicans and Democrats to gauge how much bipartisan support they can muster for Biden's $2 trillion infrastructure-jobs package.

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The hellish future of post-covid travel

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:38:06 -0000

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Mitch and Joe work together on Myanmar

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:37:02 -0000

There aren’t a lot of policy areas where Joe Biden and Mitch McConnell agree. But there is one where the president and minority leader are not only in sync but actually working together behind the scenes right now: restoring democracy in Myanmar.