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House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., seen here talking to reporters on Thursday, has called for bipartisan support for the House vote on the Senate-amended coronavirus relief legislation.

Politics & Government

House Poised To Pass Biden's $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill On Tuesday

5:00am March 08, 2021

by Barbara Sprunt

Speaker Nancy Pelosi is calling for bipartisan support for the upcoming House vote on the Senate-amended legislation. Such support is unlikely, as Republicans are fiercely opposed to the package.

President Biden and Vice President Harris invited 10 labor leaders into the Oval Office in mid-February. Biden has pledged to be the most labor-friendly president ever.

Biden Faces 'Balancing Act' Advancing Clean Energy Alongside Labor Allies

5:00am March 08, 2021

by Don Gonyea

President Biden is reaching out to labor leaders for input on his massive infrastructure proposal, while also trying to persuade them that a green economy will be good for unions.

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On Sunday, New York state Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins called on Gov. Andrew Cuomo to resign amid sexual harassment allegations from multiple women.

New York State Senate Leader Calls For Cuomo's Resignation

7:24pm March 07, 2021

by Dustin Jones

New York Senate Majority Leader Andrea Stewart-Cousins became the most prominent state official to call for Cuomo to resign. Multiple women have accused Cuomo of sexual harassment.

President Biden departs after attending Mass on Saturday at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Washington.

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Biden Signals Support For Voting Rights

10:03am March 07, 2021

by Scott Detrow

President Biden is signing an executive order on voting rights. The order won't make major changes — but it signals Biden's views at a time when Republicans are seeking to restrict voting access.

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Congressman Dan Kildee Discusses Newly Approved COVID-19 Relief Bill

8:33am March 07, 2021

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to Michigan Congressman Dan Kildee (D-Flint) about the coronavirus relief bill.

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Politics Chat: Senate Approves COVID-19 Relief Bill

8:18am March 07, 2021

by Franco Ordoñez

We look at the the coronavirus stimulus bill just passed by senate, as well as the changes to immigration policy the Biden administration is trying to bring about the U.S.-Mexico border.

Biden Thanks American People After Congress Passes $1.9 Trillion COVID-19 Relief Bill

8:03am March 07, 2021

Formally known as the "American Rescue Plan," it includes a $1400 stimulus check, more money allotted for free-of-charge vaccines and distribution and extended unemployment benefits.

Facebook has promised repeatedly in recent years to address the spread of conspiracy theories and misinformation on its site.

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Far-Right Misinformation Is Thriving On Facebook. A New Study Shows Just How Much

8:35pm March 06, 2021

Research from New York University found that far-right accounts known for spreading misinformation drive engagement at higher rates than other news sources.

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President Biden speaks from the State Dining Room of the White House on Saturday, following the Senate's passage of his COVID-19 relief package by a 50-49 vote.

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Biden Praises Senate Passage Of 'Desperately Needed' COVID-19 Relief Bill

6:49pm March 06, 2021

by Rachel Treisman

In remarks after a divided Senate approved his $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package, Biden credited dogged lawmakers and widespread public support with getting it across the finish line.

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Senate Passes Milestone Coronavirus Relief Package. What Happens Next?

5:17pm March 06, 2021

by Scott Detrow

After 24 hours of debate, the Senate in a 50-49 vote passed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package. The measure now moves back to the House which must pass an identical version.

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