Vice President Harris has made it clear that the U.S. is not sending combat troops to Israel or Gaza, but is providing guidance and equipment to its ally Israel. She is also involved in the administration's efforts on the war in Ukraine and gun violence at home. The Biden administration is trying to balance Israel's need to retaliate against Hamas with the urgent need to get relief to the Palestinian people, and is committed to finding a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
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Key takeaways: More than 8,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israeli bombardment of Gaza The Biden administration has issued a single-word warning for Iran…
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.
Laphonza Butler Sworn In as 12th Black Senator in U.S. History, Third Black Woman to Serve in Senate
Laphonza Butler Sworn In as 12th Black Senator in U.S. History, Third Black Woman to Serve in Senate
Vice President Kamala Harris swore in Laphonza Butler as the newest U.S. Senator from California, making her the first Black, openly LGBTQ+ woman to serve in either chamber of Congress. Butler was appointed by Governor Gavin Newsom to finish out the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's term, and her swearing-in ceremony was met with applause. Her appointment marks a historic moment for the U.S. Senate and a testament to the progress made in the fight for equality and representation.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has appointed Laphonza Butler, the president of EMILY's List, to fill the late Senator Dianne Feinstein's seat. Butler will be the first openly LGBTQ person to represent California in the Senate and the third Black woman to ever serve in the chamber. She is expected to be sworn-in to the seat on Wednesday by Vice President Kamala Harris and will serve until the next senator is elected in the November 2024 election.
Key takeaways: California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has appointed Laphonza Butler to fill the Senate seat left vacant by the death of California Sen. Dianne…
The Biden administration has proposed regulations to protect Americans from medical debt by barring unpaid medical bills from affecting patients' credit scores. This could help millions of people who have medical debt on their credit reports, and is one of the most significant federal actions to tackle medical debt. The regulations are currently open for public comment, with the final regulations expected to be released later this year.
Key takeaways: Vice President Harris has called on Congress to enshrine abortion rights into law. Harris has pushed back against Republican claims and attacks on…