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First LookNew US national monuments to protect both the sacred and scientificPresident Joe Biden is establishing national monuments. In Nevada, a desert mountain sacred to Native Americans will be protected in addition to the U.S. Army Castner Range in El Paso, Texas, and a marine sanctuary in remote waters near Hawaii.
Monitor BreakfastSen. Mark Warner: Big risks to tackle from banks to TikTokFrom his vantage point on both banking and intelligence committees, Sen. Mark Warner spoke at a Monitor Breakfast on Monday about the recent bank turmoil, TikTok, and the handling of classified documents.
Trump hush money case: The merits and the politicsThe indictment of former U.S. President Donald Trump would set off an unprecedented political drama, with the complexity of the case complicating the path ahead.
First LookWyoming becomes first state with explicit ban on abortion pillsWyoming Gov. Mark Gordon has signed into law the nation’s first explicit ban on abortion pills since they became the predominant choice for abortion in the U.S. in recent years.
Why Biden’s tack to center should come as no shockPresident Joe Biden appears to be repositioning for a 2024 reelection campaign by shifting toward the center on issues like crime, oil, and immigration.
First LookFrom penitentiary to rehabilitation, California to remake San QuentinCalifornia plans to transform San Quentin State Prison, known for maintaining the highest number of prisoners on death row in the country. The massive shift will focus on rehabilitation and job training for inmates before returning to society.
Defining a different kind of sports greatnessBlack athletes who push for social change are rarely celebrated in their time. Looking at the past offers a window on Colin Kaepernick.
The ExplainerFamily detentions? Why Biden is tacking right on immigration.President Joe Biden’s recent shift on immigration policy shows the challenge of balancing order and compassion. It may also reflect concerns about a coming surge at the border, following the rollback of a pandemic-era measure.
First LookCan a federal judge overturn the FDA? Abortion pill case to decide.Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk of Texas is weighing a high-stakes lawsuit from Christian conservatives aimed at overturning the Food and Drug Administration’s approval of an abortion pill.
First LookUS drone-Russian jet collision swirls in debate. What happened?A Russian fighter jet collided with a US surveillance drone over the Black Sea. The collision was described as a rare but serious incident, leading to a US diplomatic protest and raising concerns over the possible recovery of sensitive technology by Russia.
First LookSan Francisco board hears 100 ideas for Black reparationsSan Francisco could become the first major city to fund reparations for slavery and systemic racism. The Board of Supervisors heard a proposal of over 100 measures including eliminating debt, selling homes for $1, and awarding $5 million to Black residents.
Trump weakening? Not judging by his Iowa swing.Since launching his bid for the White House last year, Donald Trump’s grip on the GOP was widely proclaimed to be weakening. But that belies a set of strengths that are in many ways now becoming evident, as seen on his trip to Iowa this week.
First LookWhat’s next in gun control? Biden to sign executive order.President Biden is expected to sign an executive order Tuesday aiming to increase the number of background checks to buy guns. The order also includes promoting safer storage and ensuring U.S. law enforcement gains from last summer’s bipartisan law.
Relay race: How ‘zanjeros’ get Colorado River water to California farmsThe Colorado River crisis has heightened calls for conservation. Meet one of the people responsible for delivering – and safeguarding – the river’s liquid gold.
First LookAlaska’s Willow oil: ‘Carbon bomb’ or economic opportunity?The Biden administration is preparing to approve the $8 billion Willow oil-drilling project in Alaska. The controversial move comes as Joe Biden has limited or banned drilling in 13 million acres of land in the state and 3 million acres of the Beaufort Sea.
Cover StoryIf it breaks, can you fix it? Right-to-repair advocates vote yes.In a digital age, companies are shifting the definition of ownership. The right to fix what you buy lies at the heart of a growing battle over fairness and the future of American ingenuity.
At Atlanta’s ‘Cop City,’ when does protest become terrorism?Nearly two dozen protesters of an Atlanta police project dubbed Cop City were charged with terrorism this week. It marked an important moment.
Are we heading for the mother of all budget showdowns?President Biden’s budget is a statement of values. It’s an opening bid in negotiations with Republicans over programs like Social Security, and most urgently, the federal debt limit. Think, also, of his expected 2024 reelection campaign.
First LookGarland calls Louisville police behavior 'heartbreaking' in DOJ reportAttorney General Merrick Garland announced the findings of a Justice Department report Wednesday, launched in the wake of Breonna Taylor’s murder, that found the Louisville police department behavior regularly deprives people of their Constitutional rights.
First LookYoung Americans pass on ‘piece of paper,’ find path without collegeWhether avoiding high tuition or finding jobs out of high school, Americans are increasingly pursuing alternatives to college. Experts had predicted that students would return to college after a pandemic-era lull, but schools still see low enrollment.
