Apr 07 Virginia becomes first Southern state to legalize marijuana By Sarah Rankin, Associated Press Lawmakers voted Wednesday to approve Gov. Ralph Northam's proposed changes to a bill to allow adults in Virginia to possess and cultivate small amounts starting in July. Continue reading
Apr 07 Watch 6:23 News Wrap: CDC says U.K. variant now the most common strain in the U.S In our news wrap Wednesday, the CDC says a highly contagious virus variant first found in Britain has now become the most common strain in the U.S., the Biden administration announced it’s resuming aid to Palestinians, at least 144 people… Continue watching
Apr 07 Watch 5:45 America’s infrastructure is crumbling. What should be prioritized? By William Brangham, Kate Grumke President Biden's $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan would prioritize transportation, drinking water and broadband projects, among others. It comes after the American Society of Civil Engineers released its 2021 report card, giving the U.S. infrastructure a C-minus. Emily Feenstra, ASCE's managing… Continue watching
Apr 07 Watch 3:17 How President Biden plans to make racial equity a part of his infrastructure package By Yamiche Alcindor President Biden said Wednesday he's open to compromise on how to pay for his $2.3 trillion infrastructure package. The president is also making the case that racial justice should be part of the plan. Yamiche Alcindor joins Judy Woodruff to… Continue watching
Apr 07 Pence launches group as Trump officials line up new roles By Jill Colvin, Associated Press Shunned by corporate big money gigs, he and other Trump officials are instead opening their own shops and embracing Trump's legacy as they seek to capitalize on his continued popularity with the Republican base. Continue reading
Apr 07 WATCH: Biden open to compromise on infrastructure, but not inaction By Josh Boak, Associated Press President Joe Biden drew a red line on his $2.3 trillion infrastructure plan Wednesday, saying he is open to compromise on how to pay for the package but inaction is unacceptable. Continue reading
Apr 07 New guidance on reconciliation could be a game changer for Democrats By Lisa Desjardins Here’s a look at what we know about the Senate parliamentarian's decision. Continue reading
Apr 07 WATCH: Biden administration asks for business aid on infrastructure By Associated Press The Biden administration is appealing for the business community to be open to discuss higher corporate tax rates as part of the an infrastructure overhaul. Continue reading
Apr 07 Overriding governor’s veto, Arkansas lawmakers enact ban on gender affirming care for trans youth By Associated Press The Republican-controlled House and Senate voted to override GOP Gov. Asa Hutchinson's veto of the measure, which prohibits doctors from providing gender affirming medical care. Continue reading
Apr 07 WATCH: U.S. expanding COVID-19 vaccine access to community health centers By Associated Press White House COVID-19 adviser Andy Slavitt announced the development Wednesday, which expands opportunities for underserved communities to find vaccines in their communities. Continue reading