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History Kids: The Legislative Branch

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This video provides an overview of the legislative branch of the United States government, known as Congress. It explains how Congress was formed, the roles of the House of Representatives and the Senate, and the powers and...
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Illinois hosts Texas Democrats fighting against redistricting efforts

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New ReviewAfter Texas Gov. Greg Abbott ordered arrest warrants for all Democrats who fled the state to block a GOP redistricting plan, other states are vowing to act. (Scripps News)
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Redistricting conversation spreads beyond Texas

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With Texas lawmakers proposing a new congressional map that could secure additional Republican seats in the House of Representatives, the effort has sparked protests and inspired similar strategies in other states. (Scripps News Group)
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House to begin August recess early amid dispute over Epstein files legislation

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Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky. is trying to force a vote that would require the government to release files involving convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. (Scripps News)
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Trump defiant as impeachment charges announced

9th - Higher Ed
U.S. President Donald Trump was defiant Tuesday as Democrats announced two impeachment charges. Trump called the charges "weak" and "political madness."
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Report makes case for Trump’s impeachment

9th - Higher Ed
The impeachment report outlines the evidence against U.S. President Donald Trump including that he misused the power of his office in asking Ukraine to investigate the Bidens.
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Legal experts testify on impeachment evidence

9th - Higher Ed
Four legal experts testified at the House judiciary committee about whether U.S. President Donald Trump’s conduct with Ukraine met the bar for impeachment. Three said the evidence supported impeachment while one said it was too thin.
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Republicans play defence over Trump impeachment report

9th - Higher Ed
Republicans released their defence of U.S. President Donald Trump ahead of the public release of the impeachment report and criticized the report being released while Trump was out of the country.
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Trump impeachment inquiry to enter new phase with public hearings

9th - Higher Ed
After weeks of closed-door testimony, US to mark historic moment as Democrats unveil public inquiry against Trump.
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President Trump Escalates Fight Against Congress' Subpoena Power

9th - Higher Ed
The Trump Administration escalated its stonewalling of congressional investigations this week with executive officials refusing to appear before lawmakers and the president saying he will not comply with subpoenas.
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House Intel Member: Collusion Isn't a Crime, But Conspiracy Sure Is

9th - Higher Ed
As a member of the House Intelligence Committee, Rep. Mike Quigley, a Democrat representing Illinois' 5th district ー who worked as a criminal defense attorney before his election to Congress ー said he's focused on the president's...
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Trump Agrees to Deal to Reopen Government While Negotiations Continue

9th - Higher Ed
President Trump announced on Friday that he reached a tentative deal with Democrats to reopen the government temporarily while the two sides continue to negotiate on border security. The continuing resolution would fund the government at...
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After 35-Day Shutdown, Trump Agrees to Reopen Government

9th - Higher Ed
President Trump announced on Friday that he reached a tentative deal with Democrats to reopen the government temporarily while the two sides continue to negotiate on border security. The continuing resolution would fund the government at...
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Combative Trump Calls for Bipartisanship, Threatens Democrats After Midterm Losses

9th - Higher Ed
In President Trump's post-election press conference, he touted GOP gains in the Senate and had a clash with CNN reporter Jim Acosta.
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Trump Congratulates Self, Takes Swings at Disloyal Republicans

9th - Higher Ed
In a post-election press conference, President Trump vacillated between subdued and combative as he called Tuesday's election ー in which Democrats took control of the House and several pivotal governorships ー a "very close-to-complete...
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White House to Ease Restrictions on Chinese Investment in U.S. Tech

9th - Higher Ed
The administration announced Wednesday that it will not prevent companies with 25% Chinese ownership or more from investing in U.S. tech companies. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said it would be “unfortunate” if Wall Street...
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TikTok bill passed by lawmakers in the US House. Is a total ban on the horizon?

9th - Higher Ed
Legislation has been passed which could see TikTok banned unless the platform's China-based owner sells its stake within the year.
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US House passes TikTok bill: Could app be banned in the US?

9th - Higher Ed
The US House of Representatives has cited data privacy and security concerns as some of the reasons behind this bill.
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House Passes Healthcare Transparency Bill

9th - Higher Ed
The House of Representatives recently passed a bill aimed at increasing transparency in healthcare.
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House Republicans approve Biden impeachment inquiry

9th - Higher Ed
In the U.S. House of Representatives, Republicans used their majority to approve a formal impeachment inquiry of President Joe Biden, despite the fact they've failed to present any evidence linking him to a crime.
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Rep. George Santos was expelled from Congress: What happens now?

9th - Higher Ed
CBC's Richard Madan walks through what's expected after controversial U.S. politician George Santos was expelled from Congress over alleged ethics breaches.
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George Santos was expelled from Congress: What happens now?

9th - Higher Ed
CBC's Richard Madan walks through what's expected after controversial U.S. politician George Santos was expelled from Congress over alleged ethics breaches.
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George Santos expelled from U.S. Congress

9th - Higher Ed
George Santos has been expelled from the United States House of Representatives after a series of criminal charges and ethics investigations. He is only the sixth person ever to be ousted from the chamber.
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House to Vote on Government Funding Bill

9th - Higher Ed
The House is scheduled to vote later Tuesday on a measure to keep the government funded.