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Worst Frat Ever: Lambda Delta Delta+
Turns out the Delta variant has more transmissible and potentially more vaccine-resistant cousins: Delta+ and Lambda. Over in Missouri, remember that St. Louis couple who made headlines last summer for brandishing guns at Black Lives...
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Top 5 Clips of August 19th
The FTC files a new antitrust complaint against Facebook, yet Mark Zuckerberg seems more interested in playing with virtual reality. Meanwhile, the Biden administration plans to erase student loan debt for 300,000 disabled Americans.
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Red States Want to Copycat Texas Abortion Law
As in-person learning resumes across the country, a record number of students are being admitted to the hospital instead of heading back to school. Plus: Thanks to the Supreme Court, red states have a new template for passing extreme...
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What to Make of Biden’s Handling of Russia vs. Ukraine
John Heilemann talks with Michael Beschloss, NBC News Presidential Historian, host of Fireside History with Michael Beschloss on Peacock/MSNBC, and author of ten books focusing on the presidency, about President Biden’s handling of the...
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Second Chances: Amazon Workers May Re-Vote on Unionizing
Amazon warehouse workers in Bessemer, Alabama, may get a second chance at unionizing. Why? A federal labor official believes Amazon’s anti-union campaign tainted the initial vote enough to warrant a do-over.
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Positive message resonates with Biden supporters
Taking his bipartisan message to pivotal Pennsylvania, Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pledging to bridge the deep divide in the country under President Donald Trump and reject the anger that he says is motivating some in...
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Vice President Kamala Harris Visits California On Infrastructure Tour
The White House says she will focus on a range of topics including water infrastructure and small businesses.
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President-Elect Biden Speaks After Electoral Vote
On Monday, the Electoral College confirmed President-elect Joe Biden's win in the presidential election.
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New Coordinator Appointed To Help With Global COVID Response
Gayle Smith will become the coordinator for global COVID response and health security.
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North Korea Tests Long-Range Missile, Escalating Nuclear Tensions
The missile launch is at least the eleventh one this year. It happened as President Joe Biden is in Europe to discuss Russia's invasion with allies.
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Liz Truss and Joe Biden meet at UN General Assembly in New York
BEST QUALITY AVAILABLE. Joe Biden told Liz Truss he is “looking forward to hearing what’s on your mind” about the row over the Northern Ireland Protocol, as he said the UK remains “our closest ally in the world”. The Prime Minister...
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Obama names Gary Locke as new nominee for US commerce secretary
AP Television
Washington, DC - February 25, 2009
1. US President Barack Obama walks into room, followed by Gary Locke and Vice President Joe Biden
2. SOUNDBITE: (English) Barack Obama, United States President:
"Last night, I outlined my...
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Positive message resonates with Biden supporters
Taking his bipartisan message to pivotal Pennsylvania, US Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pledging to bridge the deep divide in the country under US President Donald Trump and reject the anger that he says is motivating...
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Senate Confirms Brainard For Vice Chair Of Federal Reserve
Lael Brainard is the lone Democrat on the board for now, and has prior economic experience during the Clinton and Obama administrations.
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Immigration Caregivers Not Required To Pass FBI Background Checks
Child welfare experts say it's concerning because it could pose safety risks for the children being held at the facilities.
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Jan. 6 Panel Delays Hearing As Hurricane Ian Nears Florida
The House committee investigating Jan. 6 planned to hold what was likely to be its final hearing Wednesday, but decided to postpone to a later date.
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10 People Hurt In Pittsburgh Bridge Collapse
Three people were taken to hospitals and none had critical injuries, officials said.
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Biden vs. Putin: The Political World’s Rocky IV
Biden vs. Putin … it’s the political world’s version of Rocky IV. President Biden squared off with Russian President Vladimir Putin via a virtual summit on Tuesday. Biden’s goal? Preventing an all-out invasion of Ukraine. Putin’s goal?...
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Biden’s Inaction Regarding Women’s Rights
On this week’s Hell & High Water with John Heilemann, activist Cecile Richards talks about the general inertia surrounding women’s rights among both elected officials and the public at large.
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The Lingering Mystery of Havana Syndrome
Debilitating headaches. Nausea. Brain damage. The State Department calls them “Unexplained Health Incidents.” Scientists say it looks like targeted “radio frequency attacks” against American diplomats and their families. More than 200...
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UN Climate Report: “Code Red For Humanity”
The UN’s climate report issues a “code red for humanity.” The U.S. is now averaging 100,000 new COVID infections per day, a six-month high. And a federal judge has ruled that Norwegian Cruise Line can require proof of vaccination —...
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Everything You Need to Know About Student Financial Aid
Once you're accepted to college, another question emerges: "How Do I Pay for It?" In this explainer, we detail everything to know about financial aid in 2021.
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Biden: U.S. Will Respond 'Decisively' to Russia Invasion
U.S. President Joe Biden says that a Russian attack on Ukraine is "still very much a possibility" but adds that diplomacy should continue.
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The Wealthiest Should Pay a Bit More in Taxes, Says Biden Adviser
Mar.16 -- Bharat Ramamurti, deputy director of the National Economic Council, says President Joe Biden's tax plan is designed to spark more investment in the economy. He speaks on "Bloomberg Surveillance."