The House Ethics Committee has concluded its investigation into allegations of misconduct concerning Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell's interactions with a suspected Chinese intelligence operative, finding no further action necessary. Swalwell expressed his satisfaction with the outcome, and the committee cautioned members to be aware of foreign attempts to gain improper influence. The investigation has now been closed, with no further details provided.
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Republican donor Harlan Crow has refused to provide a list of gifts he gave to Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, prompting criticism from Senator Ron Wyden (D-OR). Crow's lawyer argued that the Senate Finance Committee lacks a legislative purpose in its request for the list of gifts, and Senator Wyden has called for Justice Thomas to step down. It is unclear whether the Committee will pursue further action against Crow.
The CDC has announced that older adults aged 65 and up, as well as those with weakened immune systems, can now receive a second dose of the updated versions of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna Covid booster shots. The agency has recommended that people wait at least two weeks after their first dose before getting the second dose, and that those immunocompromised should wait at least two months. Vaccination is the best way to protect against the virus, but it is not 100% effective, so people should still take precautions such as wearing a mask and social distancing.