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John Weaver, Lincoln Project co-founder, acknowledges “inappropriate” messages

John Weaver is seen speaking with the late Senator John McCain aboard a campaign plane.
Jan 15, 2021 - Politics & Policy

NRA declares bankruptcy, says it will reincorporate in Texas

Wayne LaPierre, Executive Vice President of the National Rifle Association (NRA), speaks during the annual

Biden: "We will manage the hell out of" vaccine distribution

Joe Biden

A new Washington

observers stand outside fencing surrounding the reflecting pool

Mike Pence calls Kamala Harris to offer congratulations and help

Photo of Mike Pence sitting with his hands held in front of him
Updated Jan 15, 2021 - Health

The coronavirus variants: What you need to know

Illustration of a man in a suit struggling to carry several large coronavirus cells, some have fallen.
Jan 15, 2021 - World

Abbas announces first Palestinian elections in 15 years

Jan 15, 2021 - Economy

Trump blocks banks from limiting loans to gun and oil companies

Illustration of a pencil erasing cross out marks on a sheet of paper with industries written on it

Former FDA commissioner: "Reliable drug supply is absolutely critical"

Axios' Caitlin Owens and former FDA commissioner Mark McClellan. Photo courtesy of Axios Events
Jan 15, 2021 - Economy

Americans are still spending money

The deplatforming fight shifts to the courts

Illustration of scales of justice holding apps with the deleted X
Jan 15, 2021 - Health

Biden taps ex-FDA chief to lead Operation Warp Speed amid rollout of COVID plan

Picture of Joe Biden putting on a mask on stage with Kamala Harris standing behind him

The case of the missing relief money

Illustration of a Sherlock Holmes-like figure puffing a pipe with a dollar sign smoke plume

The post-Trump GOP, gutted

McConnell, McCarthy and Trump

Senate postpones confirmation hearing for Biden intel pick Avril Haines

Avril Haines
Jan 15, 2021 - Economy

The cloud-based car is arriving

Illustration of a car under a wifi symbol

Scoop: Anita Dunn to join Biden White House as senior adviser

Anita Dunn speaks onstage

Battling Black mistrust of the vaccines

Illustration of a vaccine syringe in the shape of a question mark, hovering over a person in silhouette.

Biden's COVID package also progressive wish list

Joe Biden is seen delivering a speech focused on his coronavirus relief program.

Scoop: Pelosi endorses McAuliffe for Virginia governor

Terry McAuliffe is seen while campaigning.

Democrats call on Schumer for speedy Trump impeachment trial

Incoming Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer.

⏱️ Impeachment tick-tock

Chief Justice John Roberts swears in senators for President Trump's first impeachment.

Clyburn: Assault had big effect on Black Americans

Rep. James Clyburn is seen walking through the U.S. Capitol.
Updated Jan 14, 2021 - Politics & Policy

Biden on his nearly $2 trillion plan: "We cannot afford inaction”

Joe Biden is seen removing a mask before outlining his program to provide COVID-19 relief.
Jan 14, 2021 - World

Uganda's election: A tense wait as Bobi Wine says outlook "looks good"

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