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House Moves To Approve DC Statehood; Senate GOP Opposes

The Democratic-controlled House is moving toward approval of a bill to make the District of Columbia the 51st state… Continue Reading

Council Advances Plan To Dismantle Minneapolis Police Dept

The Minneapolis City Council on Friday unanimously approved a radical proposal to change the city charter that would allow the police department to be dismantled… Continue Reading

US Consumer Spending Up 8.2% In May

American consumers increased their spending by a record 8.2% in May, partly erasing record plunges the previous two months… Continue Reading

Mornings on the Mall 06.26.20 / Mark Krikorian,Melissa Robey, Rep. Jody Hice

Mornings on the Mall Friday, June 26, 2020 Hosts: Mary Walter and Vince Coglianese Executive Producer: Heather Hunter Guests: Mark Krikorian,Melissa Robey, and Rep. Jody Hice 7:05AM – MARK KRIKORIAN – Executive Director of the Center for Immigration Studies TOPIC: Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on process to remove asylum seeker 7:35AM – MELISSA ROBEY…… Continue Reading

Maryland GOP senators oppose preferred mail-in voting

In a preferred mail-in election, the elections board would send ballots to all registered Maryland voters.… Continue Reading

Kentucky Derby, Oaks will run with limitations on spectators

Churchill Downs will reduce capacity in general admission, outdoor reserved seating, premium dining and suites. Fans will be “consistently and frequently” encouraged to wear masks at all times unless seated… Continue Reading

Colorado reopens inquiry into Elijah McClain’s 2019 death

Gov. Jared Polis signed an executive order directing state Attorney General Phil Weiser to investigate McClain’s death and possibly prosecute those involved.… Continue Reading