Biden and Congress Scramble to Prevent Railroad Strike
President Joe Biden on Monday asked Congress to intervene and block a railroad strike before next month’s deadline in the stalled contract talks.
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Racist Mass Shooter Pleads Guilty in Buffalo NY, Massacre
The white gunman who massacred 10 Black shoppers and workers at a Buffalo supermarket pleaded guilty Monday to murder and hate-motivated terrorism charges, guaranteeing that he will spend the rest of his life in prison.
Pelosi to Step Down from Democratic Leadership Role, Will Remain in Congress
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she will not seek a leadership position in the new Congress, making way for a new generation to steer the Democrats after the party lost control of the House to Republicans.
Trump Announces 2024 Presidential Campaign
Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday night that he will mount a third White House campaign, launching an early start to the 2024 contest.
UPDATE: Home Intruder Beat Nancy Pelosi’s Husband with Hammer
An intruder attacked and severely beat House Speaker Nancy Pelosi’s husband with a hammer in the couple’s San Francisco home early Friday while searching for the Democratic leader and shouting: “Where is Nancy, where is Nancy?”
Rock and Roll Pioneer Jerry Lee Lewis Dies at 87
Jerry Lee Lewis, the rock ‘n’ roll pioneer whose outrageous talent, energy and ego produced classics such as “Great Balls of Fire” and “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On”, has died at 87.
Emmy-Winning Actor Leslie Jordan Killed in Hollywood Wreck
Leslie Jordan, the Emmy-winning actor whose wry Southern drawl and versatility made him a comedy and drama standout on TV series including “Will & Grace” and “American Horror Story,” has died. He was 67.
Court Temporarily Blocks Student Debt Relief
A federal appeals court has issued a stay temporarily blocking President Joe Biden’s plans to forgive student loan debt.
Jan. 6 House Committee Subpoenas Former President Trump for Testimony on Capitol Attack
The House Jan. 6 committee voted unanimously Thursday to subpoena former president Donald Trump, demanding his testimony as it showed new video from his closest aides describing his multi-part plan to overturn his 2020 election loss.
ON YOUR SIDE: Social Security Benefits to Jump by 8.7% Next Year
Millions of Social Security recipients will get an 8.7% boost in their benefits in 2023, a historic increase but a gain that will be eaten up in part by the rising cost of everyday living.
