The move by Republican Sen. Josh Hawley will ensure at least a short delay in cementing the president-elect’s victory.
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McConnell blocks Democrats’ attempt to quickly approve $2,000 checks
The saga is likely to engulf the Senate for the rest of the week.
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A divided nation asks: What’s holding our country together?
After a highly contentious, seemingly never-ending election season in 2020, many feel a sense of loss.
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Despite smooth election, GOP leaders seek vote restrictions
Changes to the way millions of Americans voted this year contributed to record turnout, but that’s no guarantee the measures making it easier to cast ballots will stick around for future elections.
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Newsom taps California election chief Padilla for U.S. Senate
The historic pick by Gov. Gavin Newsom sends a Latino to the Senate for the first time in California’s history.
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Trump officials attacked CDC virus reports, House panel says
A House investigative panel says Trump administration political appointees tried to block or change more than a dozen government articles that detailed scientific findings about the spread of the coronavirus.
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Georgia’s Senate runoffs: Special interest PACs flood the zone
Last week, a conservative super PAC kicked off a “Save America” bus tour around the state, complete with Republican celebrities, like Sarah Palin and country music star Lee Greenwood.
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Brazil, Mexico presidents among last to congratulate Biden
Both are seen as close to Donald Trump.
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Republicans acknowledge Biden’s victory
But President Trump still pledges to press forward with almost nonexistent legal options.
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Putin, Mexico’s López Obrador recognize Biden’s win, more than a month after the election
The Russian and Mexican leaders were among the last heads of state to acknowledge Biden’s win.