Jimmy Williams The Democratic National Convention last week was marked by speeches from rising stars, reminiscent of former President Barack Obama’s breakout moment 20 years ago. Obama’s 2004 keynote address at the convention catapulted him onto the national stage, leading to his eventual ascension to the Senate and the White …
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Jimmy Williams A House Oversight Committee hearing on Thursday night turned into a chaotic exchange of insults over members’ appearances and intelligence, drawing strong criticism from leaders of both parties. The hearing aimed to hold Attorney General Merrick Garland in contempt of Congress. Garland had refused to release an audio …
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Grace Yarrow, The Texas Tribune In summer 2021, about 50 Democrats from the Texas House arrived at the nation’s capital — absconding from Austin in a plot to block Republicans from passing a bill that would impose tighter restrictions on voting access. Buzzing with excitement, the lawmakers took their …
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On Monday, a Texas judge issued an order blocking the arrest of Democratic state lawmakers who broke quorum by leaving the state, paving the way for those who remain outside of Texas to return home without the threat of apprehension. State District Judge Brad Urrutia granted the temporary restraining order late …
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