Earmarks Are Returning To Congress, And Maybe For The Better
Reversing a decade-old ban on a form of political pork could help pull some power back to Congress from the White House.
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Big Tax Bite: Hikes For Corporations At Center Of Biden’s Infrastructure Plan
The corporate tax rate would increase from 21 percent to 28 percent, peeling back the steep drop adopted during the Trump era.
Postmaster General’s New Plan Takes A Licking
Louis DeJoy’s 10-year plan would deliver slower service and higher rates.
Gun Loopholes Targeted After Mass Shooting In Colorado
State reform measures were blocked days before Monday’s attack in a Boulder supermarket that claimed 10 lives.
Regan Brings State Successes To Federal Environmental Role
Bipartisan Senate approves Biden’s top environmental regulator.
25 Latino Movies Nominated For National Film Registry By Congressional Hispanic Caucus
Cinematic works include ‘Frida,’ ‘The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez,’ ‘Under the Same Moon’ and ‘The Motorcycle Diaries.’
Two Arrested In Assault Of Capitol Police Officer Who Died After Jan. 6 Riot
It is unclear if exposure to chemical irritants contributed to Officer Brian Sicknick’s death.
House Passes Two Bills Expanding Background Checks For Gun Sales
But bills likely to face uphill battle in Senate, as opponents argue the added restrictions needlessly complicate the process.
Late Hit: Provision Affecting Millions Of Gig Economy Workers Added To COVID-Relief Bill
Democrat measure tightens how such workers document income and could add costs to Uber, DoorDash, Airbnb and others.