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Sharp Rise In Drug Overdose Deaths Seen During 1st Few Months Of Pandemic
New data from the CDC show more than 19,000 Americans died from drug overdoses during the first three months of 2020 with the country on pace to set a grim new record. Continue Reading Sharp Rise In Drug Overdose Deaths Seen During 1st Few Months Of Pandemic
Day 3 Of Amy Coney Barrett’s Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings Examine Judicial Philosophy
The nomination has become a political lightning rod as Democrats charge that Republicans are rushing it to get Barrett confirmed before the Nov. 3 election. Democrats say the seat should be filled by the next president. Continue Reading Day 3 Of Amy Coney Barrett’s Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings Examine Judicial Philosophy
Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration To End Census Early
The Trump administration asked, and the Supreme Court allowed, for a suspension to a lower court order that extends the census schedule. The move sharpens the threat of an incomplete count. Continue Reading Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration To End Census Early
China Joins WHO-Led Global Coronavirus Vaccine Effort As U.S. Sits It Out
The Chinese foreign ministry said it took this step “to uphold the concept of a shared community of health for all and to honor its commitment to turn COVID-19 vaccines into a global public good.” Continue Reading China Joins WHO-Led Global Coronavirus Vaccine Effort As U.S. Sits It Out
Day 2 Of Amy Coney Barrett’s Confirmation Hearings Brings Questions Of Recusal, Health Care Views
The Senate Judiciary Committee begins its second day of hearings Tuesday on President Trump’s nomination of Amy Coney Barrett to the U.S. Supreme Court. If confirmed, Barrett, 48, would replace the late Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the high court. Continue Reading Day 2 Of Amy Coney Barrett’s Confirmation Hearings Brings Questions Of Recusal, Health Care Views
Facebook Bans Holocaust Denial, Reversing Earlier Policy
CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who previously considered such claims free speech, said his thinking has “evolved.” Survivors had lobbied the social network to remove posts that deny the Holocaust. Continue Reading Facebook Bans Holocaust Denial, Reversing Earlier Policy
Opening Day Of Amy Coney Barrett’s Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing Wraps Up
The nomination has become a political lightning rod as Democrats charge that Republicans are rushing it to get Barrett confirmed before the Nov. 3 election. Democrats say the seat should be filled by the next president. Continue Reading Opening Day Of Amy Coney Barrett’s Supreme Court Confirmation Hearing Wraps Up
As Barrett Hearings Begin, A Look At Trump-McConnell Judge Appointments (Mostly White Males)
A study on judicial diversity, which ended in July 2020, shows that Trump-appointed judges are 85% white and 76% men – the least diverse group of federal judges seen since Ronald Reagan. Continue Reading As Barrett Hearings Begin, A Look At Trump-McConnell Judge Appointments (Mostly White Males)
Biden Campaign Continues To Deflect On Question Of Expanding The Supreme Court
The Democratic nominee has in recent days refused to answer questions on whether he would seek to increase the number of Supreme Court justices, if elected president. Continue Reading Biden Campaign Continues To Deflect On Question Of Expanding The Supreme Court
TikTok Sensation: Meet Nathan Apodaca, The Idaho Man Who Sent Fleetwood Mac Sales Soaring
Nathan Apodaca, 37, of Idaho Falls, recorded a laid-back video while riding a skateboard downhill and drinking Cran-Raspberry juice. The Internet went wild and streamed Fleetwood Mac. Continue Reading TikTok Sensation: Meet Nathan Apodaca, The Idaho Man Who Sent Fleetwood Mac Sales Soaring
Judge Blocks Trump Campaign Attempt To Limit Use Of Drop Boxes In Pennsylvania
Republicans have challenged state laws that they say will lead to voter fraud. The judge said the Trump campaign’s concerns were mere speculation. In reality, voter fraud is extremely rare. Continue Reading Judge Blocks Trump Campaign Attempt To Limit Use Of Drop Boxes In Pennsylvania
Judge Says Former Minneapolis Officer Can Await Trial In George Floyd’s Murder Out Of State
The former police officer charged with murder in the killing of George Floyd can leave Minnesota while he awaits trial. Floyd’s family lawyer called it “an example of two justice systems in America.” Continue Reading Judge Says Former Minneapolis Officer Can Await Trial In George Floyd’s Murder Out Of State
