From the States
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Illinois DHS appointment sparks backlash over alleged voter registration mailer practices
Among the most outspoken critics is State Sen. Steve McClure, who publicly opposed Quintero’s appointment and pointed to concerns regarding IDHS mailings sent through public benefits programs.
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Illinois bill to let felons vote from prison draws criticism from Republicans
Some Democrats and electoral rights groups want progress on legislation in Springfield that would give people in prison across the state the ability to vote just weeks after being convicted of a felony or lesser crime. Some in favor of the bill cite the Illinois
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Southern California fire officials evacuate 40K residents over chemical leak in Orange County
The tank itself is located in the Southern California city of Garden Grove, but evacuation orders have also been placed for residents in other surrounding and nearby cities, including Anaheim, Buena Park, Cypress, Stanton and Westminster.
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Convention of States: Ohio lawmakers calling for state to join movement for constitutional assembly
Fifteen states have approved resolutions calling for constitutional convention to curb federal power, with 34 (or two-thirds) needed to convene assembly.
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After national criticism, Whitmer's campaign to pay for Florida flight
Months after Michigan governor flew on a secret trip to Florida, state residents are starting to find answers.
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California could see blackouts this summer, utility experts warn
Officials fear a hot summer or surge in wildfires could wreak havoc with the state's power grid.
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Wisconsin Republicans expand investigation into 2020 election nonprofits
Reports point to outside nonprofits like the Mark Zuckerberg-funded Center for Tech and Civic Life using grant money to gain access to election operations.
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Red states unite in rejecting federal unemployment benefits as disincentives to work
In many states, the federal benefits more than double current state unemployment payments, putting the monthly total for individuals at a level comparable with working a full-time, minimum-wage job.
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As New York prepares to fully reopen schools, Cuomo suggests vaccinations may be required
New York may consider mandating the COVID-19 vaccine for eligible students if the federal government gives Pfizer full approval.
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University of Virginia bans unvaccinated students from in-person classes, campus
Students who have not been fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus cannot step foot on university grounds.
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Poll: American confidence in Biden economy slumps amid dismal jobs, inflation data
Gallup economic confidence index plunges to -7, compared to +41 under former President Trump in February 2020, the last full month measured before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Major legal setback for Biden halt to deportation orders for illegal immigrants
Texas court win strikes blow against immigration policy imposed by executive fiat.
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Businesses, Republicans raise the alarm over Biden taxes
Critics warn hikes in corporate, individual and capital gains rates will drive jobs overseas and further undermine faltering economic recovery.