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US banning Russian oil imports as Biden warns of ‘costs’

The action follows pleas by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to U.S. and Western officials to cut off the imports, which had been a glaring omission in the massive sanctions put in place on Russia over the invasion.

Chicago Sun-Times

Biden to block Russian oil imports in latest round of sanctions on Kremlin

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is expected to announce on Tuesday that the U.S. will ban the importing of Russian oil, liquefied natural gas and coal, broadening the economic sanctions leveled against Moscow over its war in Ukraine, an administration official said.

Los Angeles Times

Biden bans Russian oil imports in response to Ukraine invasion – as it happened

President says ban deals ‘another powerful blow to Putin’s war machine’

The Guardian - US

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U.S. bans Russian energy imports: "We will not be part of subsidizing Putin’s war"

Biden faced growing pressure from Congress and Ukraine to impose the embargo over Russia's invasion.

Axios

Biden announces ban on Russian oil imports and warns Americans: ‘defending freedom is going to cost’

A ban on Russian oil imports would deal a significant blow to Russia’s government, which is heavily dependent on fossil fuel sales

The Independent UK

AP Source: Biden to ban Russian oil imports over Ukraine war

President Joe Biden has decided to ban Russian oil imports, toughening the toll on Russia’s economy in retaliation for its invasion of Ukraine, according to a person familiar with the matter

The Independent UK

Biden warns of higher pump prices as he bans Russian energy - Roll Call

President Biden issued a ban on the import of Russian energy and warned the move would require Americans to endure higher gasoline prices.

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Biden to ask Congress for $2.6B to promote gender equity

President Joe Biden says he's asking Congress for $2.6 billion for foreign aid programs that promote gender equality around the world

The Independent UK

What would happen if the US banned Russian oil?

As Russia has intensified its war on Ukraine, some U.S. officials across the political spectrum have called for a ban on imports of Russian fuel

The Independent UK

Uber Et al Campaign Against Democrat's Efforts To Classify Gig Workers As Employees

A string of companies using independent contractors as drivers launched a campaign to head off Democratic efforts to classify their workers as employees, allowing them to form unions, the Wall Street Journal reports. The companies include Uber Technologies Inc (NYSE:UBER), Lyft Inc (NASDAQ:LYFT), DoorDash Inc (NYSE:DASH), GrubHub Inc (NASDAQ:GRUB), and others. The companies aim to spend over $1 million…

Benzinga

EXPLAINER: What would happen if the US banned Russian oil?

As Russia has intensified its war on Ukraine, some U.S. officials across the political spectrum have called for a ban on imports of Russian fuel

The Independent UK

Why the Marist Poll is worth considering - Roll Call

The most recent Marist Poll shows big swings in approval ratings for President Joe Biden. They might be evidence of a shift among the public.

Roll Call

Editorial: More expensive gasoline is a small price to pay in the fight against tyranny

President Joe Biden’s announcement Tuesday banning Russian oil imports presents what may be the most difficult test yet of Americans’ willingness today to sacrifice for the nation’s greater good. Already-high gas prices are sure to spike further with the ban, frustrating drivers and giving Republicans an opportunity to further demagogue…

St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Can Texas become purple? That may depend on Hispanic voters

Whichever party wants to rule the state has to understand that the Latino voting bloc is not homogenous

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Tribune News Service

Commentary: The great inflation scam

It’s not just you: All across the country, it costs more to heat our homes, fill up our gas tanks and feed our families. This has prompted waves of tedious finger-pointing among pundits, economists and political opportunists. Some say President Joe Biden is to blame for this wave of inflation,…

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: It’s time for Congress to fix our broken child care system

Lindsay Percival has been a child care provider in Evanston, Illinois, for decades. She loves her job, but that passion is not enough to pay the bills. Every time she admits a new child into the Learning Bridge Early Education Center, she knows there’s an 80% chance that she’s taking…

Chicago Tribune

Commentary: Immigration should be part of US response to Russia on Ukraine

The Biden administration has granted Temporary Protected Status (TPS) to Ukrainians. While this welcome news will provide work permits and block deportation for Ukrainians already in the United States, much more needs to be done.

The Guardian - UK

International Women’s Day marked with events around the world – as it happened

Reports from the UK and across the globe as well as data and research on IWD 2022

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The Guardian - UK

Oil rallies as US and UK announce bans on Russian oil imports – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news

The Hindu

CAATSA sanctions on India would be 'extraordinarily foolhardy': Ted Cruz

India-U.S. bilateral relationship had deteriorated under the Biden administration, says the Republican Senator.

Reuters

Biden thanks S.Korea for joining sanctions against Russia -Blue House

U.S. President Joe Biden has sent a letter of thanks to South Korean President Moon Jae-in for joining financial sanctions and export controls against Russia, saying the move sent a strong message of support for Ukraine, Moon's office said on Tuesday.

The Independent UK

In Texas trip, Biden to call for more health care for vets

President Joe Biden’s trip on Tuesday to Fort Worth, Texas, is personal

Tribune News Service

Biden administration turns to Supreme Court in Navy vaccine case

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden’s administration asked the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene on an emergency basis in a clash with 35 Navy special operations forces who are refusing on religious grounds to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Los Angeles Times

US considers banning Russian oil, easing sanctions on Venezuela

WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is considering a ban on imports of Russian oil while weighing actions that would boost energy production by autocracies in the hopes of mitigating the effects on American consumers and global energy markets, U.S. officials said.

Tribune News Service

2nd round of free COVID tests available online to those who want more

The free COVID-19 test store is open once again.

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