An official says the pair pledged to continue to work until Inauguration Day – signaling that the vice president likely will not invoke the 25th Amendment.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
Congressional Republicans struggle to mount a response to Capitol riot
The GOP is retreating to a tried-and-true playbook: Accusing Democrats of overreaching and dividing the country with a second push for President Trump’s impeachment.
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Posted inGirls Basketball, Sports, Varsity Maine
Girls basketball: Cony edges Mt. Ararat in first game under COVID-19 precautions
With no fans in attendance, game had a much different feel compared to those of last season.
Posted inNation & World
Giuliani faces possible expulsion from New York State Bar
The complaints follow his incendiary comments before last week’s riot at the U.S. Capitol.
Posted inNation & World, New England
Massachusetts home where Lizzie Borden’s parents were slain is listed for sale
The gruesome killings were never officially solved after Borden was tried and acquitted.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Maine might require insurance to cover COVID-19 tests, shots
The Legislature will consider a proposal to require insurance companies to cover tests and immunizations and waive any related co-payments.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
State capitols step up security amid new safety concerns
The FBI issued a warning of plans for armed protests at all 50 state capitols.
Posted inMaine, News
Maine police departments face question: Were any of their officers at D.C. riot?
After officers in other states are disciplined for participating, several of the state’s largest police departments say they have no evidence that anyone in their ranks was at the Jan. 6 occupation of the Capitol.
Posted inMaine, Uncategorized
Cumberland County, corrections officers agree on new contract
The pact will put a lid on forced overtime, blamed as a factor in a car crash in 2019 that killed a young girl.
Posted inNation & World
Israel announces new settler homes, risking Biden’s anger
The president-elect opposes expansion and has clashed with the country in the past.