Politics & Policy
Why it matters: President Biden has made the COVID-19 crisis and a post-Trump return to national unity and traditional democratic ideals his top priorities. From vaccinations to stimulus to schools, Biden is seeking bipartisan compromise while showing a willingness to use executive authority and bare Democratic majorities in the U.S. House and Senate to implement his policies. Republican leaders are navigating deep party divisions over if and how to move beyond former President Trump.
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Israel and Hamas agree to hostage deal, four-day pause in fighting in Gaza
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More schools face Education Department probes over alleged discrimination
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Who isn't running for re-election in the House and Senate in 2024
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Updated 17 hours ago - Politics & Policy
Ben Sasse rebukes “thirsty” Florida GOP legislator over push to fire instructor
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