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Boycotts called for Alabama, Georgia over abortion bills
Lawmakers in two states have vowed to cancel all state travel to Alabama, while stars like Jason Bateman and Gabrielle Union are threatening to refuse…
Louisiana lawmakers vote to ban abortions as early as 6 weeks
Opponents tried to make exceptions for women who are victims of rape or incest but they failed. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’:…
Drawings reveal glimpse into detention centers through children’s eyes
The president lashed out at lawmakers and undocumented immigrants, saying if they’re “unhappy … just tell them not to come. All problems solved!” source
‘I don’t have a racist bone in my body’: Trump
Republican Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell broke his silence, saying lawmakers on both sides of the aisle were at fault, but he declined to address…
Mueller corrects exchange with Democratic lawmaker on decision not to indict Trump
5 key takeaways from Robert Mueller’s testimony before Congress: https://abcn.ws/2Y5Xmj0 Robert Mueller clarified that a determination was not reached “as to whether the president committed…
McConnell expects new gun legislation in September l ABC News
The Senate majority leader said he doesn’t see a point in calling the Senate back early, despite pleas from Democrats to do so. #ABCNews #GunControl…
Intensifying war of words between Trump and Rep. Tlaib
Israel, backed by Trump, initially barred two American lawmakers from visiting; Israel later said Congresswoman Tlaib could make humanitarian visit, but she rejected the terms…
Teen activist Greta Thunberg urges US lawmakers to ‘listen to the scientists’ l ABC News
The 16-year-old Swedish environmental activist appeared before Congress Wednesday. READ MORE: https://abcn.ws/2mhfAvV #ABCNews #GretaThunberg #Climate #Congress #Environment #Science #News source
State Department issues subpoena to Secretary of State Mike Pompeo
Lawmakers want documents related to Ukraine, including communication involving the president’s personal attorney Rudy Giuliani. WATCH THE FULL EPISODE OF ‘WORLD NEWS TONIGHT’: https://bit.ly/2nShvrA WATCH…
Former ambassador to Ukraine blames Trump, Giuliani for ousting
Marie Yovanovitch testified behind closed doors to lawmakers after the State Department told her not to appear; her opening statement was obtained by The New…
Remembering Elijah Cummings
U.S. Rep. Elijah Cummings of Baltimore has died at the age of 68. He’s remembered fondly by lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. WATCH…
Lawmakers prepare to vote on Brexit | ABC News
Is a wrench being thrown in a possible deal for the Brits to pull out of the European Union? SUBSCRIBE to ABC NEWS: https://www.youtube.com/ABCNews/ Watch…
Democrats release impeachment inquiry transcripts | ABC News
Former Ukraine Ambassador Marie Yovanovitch told lawmakers she was the target of a smear campaign run by President Trump’s personal attorney Rudy Giuliani. #ABCNews #Transcript…
Witnesses in impeachment inquiry to testify in public hearings l ABC News
First up will be Bill Taylor, the top U.S. diplomat in Ukraine, who told lawmakers that President Trump outsourced the Ukraine policy to Rudy Giuliani….
Ousted ambassador details smear campaign to lawmakers
Marie Yovanovitch said that she’d come under attack by President Donald Trump’s allies, who saw her as an obstacle to politically motivated investigations he sought….
In memoriam: Remembering those who died in 2019
“World News Tonight” takes a moment to honor the rockers, lawmakers and legendary people, including journalist and political commentator Cokie Roberts, who touched lives. WATCH…
Trump defends Iran airstrike as step toward preventing war | ABC News
Democratic lawmakers are lashing out at the administration for not consulting Congress or getting authorization. #ABCNews #PresidentTrump #Iran #Assassination source
Traders, Lawmakers Criticize Robinhood For Gamestop Decision | NBC News NOW
NBC’s Jacob Ward reports on how people across the board, from retail traders to U.S. lawmakers, are criticizing Robinhood over its GameStop trading freeze. »…
Democratic Lawmakers Propose Biden Cancel Up To $50K In Student Loans | NBC News NOW
Democratic lawmakers including Sen. Schumer, Sen. Warren, Rep. Pressley, and Rep. Omar introduced their proposal for the Biden administration to cancel up to $50,000 in…
Republicans Attempting To Make Voting More Difficult With 165 Restriction Laws | NBC News NOW
From voter ID laws to limiting mail-in ballots, Republican lawmakers in 33 states are considering 165 different laws that would make it harder to vote….