Politics
-
Mayor Adams Rolls Out Modified Plainclothes Unit, Condemns Bystander Recording [UPDATED]
The Neighborhood Safety Teams will be deployed across 30 neighborhoods in the city. Adams says recording police has gotten “out of control.”
-
Virginia Superintendents Push Back On Youngkin’s Education Plans
The Virginia Association of School Superintendents slams internal changes made to end Virginia’s equity initiatives.
-
Senate Republicans Promise ‘Respectful’ SCOTUS Nominee Hearings
Even as the GOP commits to a “fair and thorough” hearing, most will still vote against Judge Jackson’s nomination.
-
Breonna Taylor’s Mother Meets With DOJ To Demand Federal Charges Be Brought Against Officers
Breonna Taylor’s mom: “For me, I’m trapped in March 13, 2020. I don’t know how people think I should just move on.”
-
Rep. Terri Sewell Plans to Reintroduce Freedom to Vote Act Upon Reelection
Upon Alabama’s latest voter restrictions, Sewell plans to continue to fight for voter freedom in honor of the late Rep. John Lewis.
-
Mayor Eric Adams Removes Voluntary Lobbying Disclosure Requirement
A new memo states the “Mayor’s Office employees are not required to maintain or file any reports or documents in connection with their meetings with lobbyists.”
-
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Wants a Showdown Over Black Congressional Districts
The Florida governor now wants a fight with his own party over Black voting districts
-
Georgia State Senate Passes Classroom ‘Divisive Concepts’ Bill
The bill outlines “nine divisive concepts” that would be no longer allowed in Georgia schools if made law.
-
Guess Who’s Back: Stacey Abrams Qualifies for 2022 Georgia Governor Race
Stacey Abrams is going for a rematch against Gov. Kemp with a special focus on access to healthcare.