Category: WENY – Washington, D.C. Bureau
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Advocates Warn Removal of SAMHSA Locator Tool Could Threaten Progress on Overdose Deaths
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As overdose deaths continue to decline nationwide, advocates say one federal decision could put that progress at risk. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, known as SAMHSA, plans to remove an online tool that advocates say provides vital help in dire situations.
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ICE, CBP Budget Reconciliation Vote Stalled Amid Disagreements Among Senate Republicans on DOJ’s “Anti-Weaponization” Fund
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Senate Republicans will not proceed on a bill to fund ICE and Border Patrol. Senators are postponing the vote over disagreements on funding the Justice Department’s so-called “anti-weaponization fund”.
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U.S. Supreme Court Blocks Drugmakers’ Challenge to Medicare Drug Price Negotiation Program
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Advocates are praising a recent move by the Supreme Court, calling it a victory for millions of older Americans who rely on Medicare to cover prescription medication.
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Two Jan. 6 Police Officers Sue to Block ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund,’ Congress Has Questions on Who’s Eligible for Fund
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Two police officers who helped defend the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6 are now suing to block a controversial settlement fund announced by the U.S. Department of Justice on Monday. The “Anti-Weaponization Fund” could provide compensation to the same people the two officers were defending the Capitol from.
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Veterans from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula Visit DC for Honor Flight
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – 77 veterans from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula visited the nation’s capital on Wednesday, taking part in an Honor Flight. Honor Flights celebrate their sacrifice and service during their time in the military by visiting monuments and memorials dedicated to servicemembers.
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PA Governor Shapiro’s Political Influence Tested in Crowded US House Primaries
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro’s (D- PA) political influence for his Democratic endorsed US House candidates was on the line in the primary races. Republicans currently hold a slim majority in Washington, but Democrats believe they can flip a handful of congressional seats in Pennsylvania.
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Government Settlement that Creates $1.7B ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’ Expanded to Drop Trump Tax Claims
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Tuesday afternoon, the Department of Justice announced the settlement is expanding. The DOJ memo released Tuesday states the government is now “forever barred” from examining or prosecuting Trump, his sons or the Trump Organization over current tax matters.
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Trump’s Influence Looms Over GOP Primaries After Louisiana Upset
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President Donald Trump’s political influence is once again front and center after a major Republican primary upset in Louisiana and with another closely watched GOP battle unfolding in Kentucky.
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Tough Choices Ahead for Powell’s Fed Chair Replacement
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During his time leading the nation’s central bank, Powell guided the economy through the COVID-19 pandemic, high inflation and public pressure from President Donald Trump.
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President’s Approval Ratings at 37 Percent in Latest New York Times/Siena Poll
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – According to a recent poll, the President’s approval rating has hit a second-term low. The poll from The New York Times/ Siena show the president has a 37 percent approval rating. According to the poll, people are upset over the President’s handling of the economy and the…