The Biden administration has come under fire for waiving 26 federal laws in order to construct roughly 20 miles of additional border wall in South Texas. President Joe Biden defended the decision, saying that the Trump-era funding for the barrier must be used to stop illegal migration from Mexico. Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas rejected criticism of the decision, saying that the Biden administration was bound by law to follow through with the project. The decision has sparked debate among both Democrats and Republicans, with some arguing that the wall is necessary and others contending that it is a waste of money and a violation of human rights.
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Hundreds of people gathered in San Francisco on Thursday to honor the late Senator Dianne Feinstein at a private memorial service held on the steps of City Hall. Security was high as invited attendees passed through a screening before taking their seats, and President Biden, Vice President Harris, Senate Majority Leader Schumer, and former House Speaker Pelosi were in attendance. Feinstein, who was the longest-serving female senator and the longest-serving California senator, was remembered for her remarkable political career and the many accomplishments she achieved during her time in office.
Alabama has been ordered to conduct its 2024 congressional elections under a new map crafted by a special master, following a Supreme Court decision in June that found the state had violated the Voting Rights Act. The new map creates a second Black-plurality district in southern Alabama, which is expected to heavily favor Democrats. The new district was created by moving the heavily white coastal region into the 1st congressional district and extending the 2nd district across the Black Belt. The new map is set to be used for the 2024 congressional elections, and it will likely have a significant impact on the state’s political landscape.
The ouster of House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has thrown the future of U.S. assistance to Ukraine into doubt, with some of Ukraine's allies suggesting a different approach to providing aid. President Joe Biden has responded to the political upheaval by announcing plans for a "major speech" about the importance of arming Ukraine. Republicans have grown increasingly reluctant to approve more help, so some of Ukraine's allies are suggesting providing a large enough amount to allow Ukraine to keep fighting Russian invaders until after the 2024 elections. The Biden administration is now working to find a way to provide the necessary aid without facing too much opposition.
President Joe Biden's German shepherd, Commander, is no longer on the White House campus due to a number of biting incidents. First Lady Jill Biden's spokesperson, Elizabeth Alexander, said the family is evaluating next steps and the White House is grateful for the patience and support of the U.S. Secret Service as they work through solutions.
Key takeaways: The Justice Department is investigating Donald Trump for allegedly hoarding classified documents and covering it up, and for allegedly conspiring to seize power…
Senator Lindsey Graham has criticized Representative Matt Gaetz's attempt to remove House Speaker Kevin McCarthy from his seat, calling it a "disaster" for the Republican party. President Joe Biden also commented on the situation, noting that "extreme MAGA Republicans" had attempted to walk away from a deal, but were stopped. With the 2022 midterm elections looming, it remains to be seen how the Republican party will move forward in the coming months.
President Joe Biden signed a bill to fund the government just hours before the government was set to enter a technical shutdown, avoiding a shutdown and providing disaster relief funding. Members of both parties expressed relief, but the bill is likely to only delay, not resolve, future fights.