May 17 Montana becomes 1st state to completely ban TikTok By Amy Beth Hanson, Haleluya Hadero, Associated Press The law is expected to face legal challenges and become a testing ground for whether it's possible for a TikTok-free America many national lawmakers have envisioned. Continue reading
May 17 Who are the 4 negotiators in the U.S. debt limit fight? By Seung Min Kim, Kevin Freking, Associated Press President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy are turning to a select group of negotiators to help broker a deal to increase the nation's borrowing authority and avoid the economic carnage that would ensue if a deal is not… Continue reading
May 17 EPA rule would force clean-up of toxic waste dumped near coal power plants By Matthew Daly, Associated Press EPA Administrator Michael Regan said the plan would hold polluters accountable for controlling and cleaning up coal ash, a byproduct of burning coal that can pollute groundwater, drinking water and air and has been linked to cancer and other health… Continue reading
May 17 Justice Department watchdog finds U.S. attorney in Massachusetts tried to influence DA election By Alanna Durkin Richer, Lindsay Whitehurst, Eric Tucker, Associated Press The inspector general says Rachael Rollins tried to use her position to influence the outcome of a race for Boston's district attorney by leaking information aimed at sabotaging the campaign of her preferred candidate's rival. Continue reading
May 17 I was born in Tulsa. I returned to learn how leaders are grappling with its history By Judy Woodruff Growing up, I don’t remember anyone in the family mentioning the 1921 Race Massacre. Leaders are now trying to change that. Continue reading
May 17 Ecuador's president dismisses legislature as it tries to impeach him By Regina Garcia Cano, Gonzalo Solano, Associated Press Lawmakers had accused Lasso of not stopping a corrupt deal between the state-owned oil transport company and a private tanker company, accusations he denies. Continue reading
May 17 Pakistani police surround Imran Khan's home, claim former PM is hiding suspects in recent protests By Munir Ahmed, Associated Press Last week, Khan supporters attacked public property and military installations after he was dragged out of a courtroom and detained. Ten people were killed in the violence, and more than 4,000 were arrested. Continue reading
May 17 Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bills targeting drag shows, trans rights and care for transgender children By Brendan Farrington, Associated Press Florida is banning gender affirming care for minors among a series of anti-LGBTQ+ bills signed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis. Continue reading
May 17 WATCH: Senate committee holds hearing on judicial ethics following reports on Supreme Court By News Desk Senate Democrats have argued Thomas' potential violations highlight the need for Congress to step in and outline ethics rules for the high court. Continue reading
May 17 WATCH: State Department offers Republican lawmaker a chance to view Afghanistan dissent cable By Associated Press Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas had threatened earlier this week to make an unprecedented push to hold Secretary of State Antony Blinken in contempt of Congress if he did not turn over the so-called dissent cable. Continue reading