Wisconsin Supreme Court disallows use of absentee ballot drop boxes
The court did not address the question of whether anyone other than the voter can return his or her own ballot by mail.
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Biden signs executive order on abortion access
President Biden took executive action intended to protect access and privacy related to abortion.
Biden presents Medal of Freedom to Simone Biles, Gabrielle Giffords and 14 others
The Medal of Freedom is the country's highest civilian honor, awarded to those who have made significant contributions to the U.S.
Oprah voices ad for Maryland candidate for governor Wes Moore
The former superstar talk show host is a close friend and raised over $100,000 in a virtual fundraiser for him in June.
Texas officials authorized to arrest migrants, return them to the border
The move could face legal challenges, since immigration enforcement is a federal responsibility under U.S. law.
Massachusetts AG warns consumers against fake abortion clinics
Anti-abortion centers mislead patients seeking abortions by offering "counseling" and dressing staff like doctors, AG warns.
U.S. Secret Service Director James Murray to retire
Murray announced his retirement Thursday, after nearly three decades in the U.S. Secret Service.
IRS internal watchdog to review rare audits of Comey and McCabe
The New York Times reported Comey and McCabe were selected for intensive audits under the National Research Program.
Dems propose raising taxes on high earners to preserve Medicare
Sens. Joe Manchin and Chuck Schumer craft a scaled-back version of the economic package thwarted by Manchin last year.
U.S. jobless claims reach 235k, highest in nearly six months
While layoffs remain low, they've risen for five consecutive weeks to reach 235,000 in the week that ended.
FAA giving $1 billion to airports for terminals and upgrades
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said the projects will help meet future demand for travel and make flying safer and more efficient.
FDA and Juul temporarily suspend court battle
The agreement comes one day after the FDA placed a hold on its initial order banning Juul's products from the market.
Fed says sharply higher interest rates may be needed
Fed officials were concerned at last month's meeting that consumers were starting to expect higher inflation in a self-perpetuating cycle.
Boris Johnson rejects calls to step down, vows to "keep going"
More than 30 junior ministers and ministerial aides have resigned so far.
Getting student debt forgiveness could be easier under proposed rules
Borrowers who qualify for existing federal student loan forgiveness programs could see fewer hurdles and less paperwork.
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Trump creates committee to investigate Fed's Lisa Cook
ICE agent shoots man in New York City's Marble Hill, authorities say
Mike Ditka, former Chicago Bears head coach, dies at 86
Nobel Peace Prize awarded to former ICC judge Navanethem "Navi" Pillay
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