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`Tough as Nails’ Hochul Elbows Aside Rivals in N.Y. Governor Run
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul appears to have neutralized her heftiest potential opposition as she prepares to face voters in a state that has never elected a female governor.
What to Know in Washington: Biden Eyes $30 Billion Covid Request
Biden administration officials told lawmakers yesterday that they plan to seek $30 billion in new spending to combat the Covid-19 pandemic in conjunction with a $1.5 trillion government funding package lawmakers want to complete by March 11. Department of Health and Human Services officials made the informal pitch to lawmakers, with a formal White...
Time Running Out on Panel Created to Improve How Congress Works
Lawmakers on a temporary panel to improve Congress’ functionality are rushing to ensure the recommendations they’ve offered over the past three years are implemented before time is up.
Warnock Stands Out in Senate as Election Fight Looms at Home (1)
The passionate closing argument for voting rights legislation Raphael Warnock delivered on the Senate floor this month was only the latest high-profile moment for a lawmaker who skipped the usual first year spent under the radar.
Harris Could Make History as Tie-Breaker in Supreme Court Pick
Stephen Breyer’s retirement creates another opportunity for Kamala Harris to enter the Senate record books.
What to Know in Washington: U.S. Cites War Risk in Ukraine Prep
The U.S. ordered family members at its embassy in Kyiv to leave “due to the continued threat of Russian military action,” signaling a further turn of the screw in the standoff over Ukraine.
Critical Facilities Infrastructure Sector Hits Contracts Record
Mapping the Department of Homeland Security’s critical facilities infrastructure sector to corresponding federal markets identifies a record $47.1 billion in fiscal 2021. The government’s contract spending in this arena was driven by growth at the departments of Energy, Homeland Sec...
FY23 Defense Budget Breakdown
FY23 Defense Budget Breakdown Army, Air Force, and Navy-Marine Corps Budget and Contracting Priorities 2022-2023 Defense budget breakdown President Joe Biden’s proposed $773 billion budget for the Defense Department would increase spending on nuclear modernization as well as research and development, while provoking likely opposition in Congress th...
Ocean Carriers Resist Shipping Rules Advancing in Congress (1)
Senators, in the face of pushback from the shipping industry, plan to introduce bipartisan legislation to help the Federal Maritime Commission crack down on unfair ocean carrier practices.
Regulations for Bitcoin, Other Cryptocurrency Sought in Congress
A top House Republican is seeking to regulate cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum, by setting clear jurisdictions for how the government oversees the industry — a new financial frontier.