Tag: Deep Dive

Deep Dive (Aug. 4): NY Gov. Won’t Resign After Report Finds He Harassed Women

Millions could stay in their homes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) just issued a new eviction ban. It comes after the previous one expired over the weekend. The CDC says evicting people could be detrimental to public health, and it will halt evictions in counties where virus cases are rising—covering 90 percent of…


Deep Dive (Aug. 3): NY Mayor to Mandate Vaccine Pass for Indoor Activities

New York City will become the first American city to require proof of COVID-19 vaccination for a variety of activities. Mayor Bill de Blasio said the rule will apply to indoor dining, gyms, and performances—and for both workers and customers. He said, “The key to NYC pass will be a first-in-the-nation approach. It will require vaccination…


Deep Dive (Aug. 2): 10 Senators Back Bill to Audit CDC Over Virus Guidelines

Millions of Americans who are behind on their rent could soon be evicted after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) eviction moratorium expired over the weekend. Former President Donald Trump signed an executive order last August to protect renters, and the CDC added a freeze on evictions in September. It’s been extended three…


Deep Dive (July 29): Gov. DeSantis Fires Back at New Wave of Virus Mandates

Debate is underway on the $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure package. The Senate voted to advance it Wednesday night after President Joe Biden and a bipartisan group of senators agreed on major parts of the package. Seventeen Republican senators joined Democrats in voting to launch the debate. The lead Republican negotiator says it’s an important first…


Deep Dive (July 28): First Arrest Warrant for Texas Democrat Who Fled State Over Voting Bill

President Joe Biden makes a stop in Pennsylvania to push for factory jobs in the United States, as the Senate works to finish the bipartisan infrastructure bill. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says they’ll work through the weekend if that’s what it takes. The bipartisan group blew past a Monday deadline for the $1.2 trillion package….


Deep Dive (July 27): Sen. Hawley Announces ‘Love America Act’ to Combat CRT

With the Delta virus variant on the rise, the White House is keeping current travel restrictions in place. This comes just one week after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised Americans to avoid travel to the UK. The United States currently prohibits entry to most travelers from Europe, China, India, and several other…


Deep Dive (July 26): Scalise Blasts DOJ’s Decision Not to Investigate Nursing Home Scandals

The 2020 Summer Olympics are going down in history for a number of reasons—from being the most expensive to date, to fans cheering with signs, to organizers asking fans not to line the streets. Olympic medallists are now allowed to remove their masks on the podium for a 30-second, socially distanced photo-op. And many are wondering…


Deep Dive (July 23): Unvaccinated Could Face Jail Time Under France’s Proposed New Rules

Virus fears continue as cases go up despite vaccinations. At the Tokyo Olympics, even before the Games started, over 70 virus cases were linked to officials and athletes at the Games. A small but growing number of athletes are testing positive even inside the Olympic Village. Some countries are upping restrictions, and protests are breaking…


Deep Dive (July 22): Attorneys General Detail $26 Billion Opioid Lawsuit Settlement

President Joe Biden’s massive infrastructure package is in limbo after Senate Republicans blocked a debate on it. But many remain optimistic as a vote is expected to take place Monday. Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) said, “We’re voting ‘no’ today because we’re not ready, but we’re saying we do want to take up this bill as soon…


Deep Dive (July 21): Bezos Under Fire as Lawmakers and Celebs Blast His Post-Flight Comments

President Joe Biden is ordering a review of U.S.–Cuba policies, looking into ways to help the Cuban people, but they will also make sure that money sent to Cuba does not end up in the regime’s hands. This comes as the United States is also actively pursuing measures to hold the Cuban regime accountable for…