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Transgender people notch rare win in fight over Trump’s ‘One Big, Beautiful Bill’

‘I think there are a lot of people who are rightfully relieved,’ Sarah McBride, the first openly transgender member of congress, tells The Independent

The Independent UK

Weather Agency Plans Firing 1,000 Employees, VA Layoffs May Begin In June Amid Democratic Outcry

The NOAA is reportedly planning to lay off over a thousand personnel after it already fired 1,300 workers, and the VA is looking to pursue its plan of laying off some 80,000 workers as early as June.

International Business Times

Democratic Lawmaker Bashes DOGE Cuts As Hundreds Laid Off at VA: 'How is That in the Service of Our Veterans?'

A Democratic lawmaker condemned the latest 1,400 VA layoffs, part of DOGEs federal overhaul, warning they undermine veterans' services and agency staffing.

Latin Times

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Security Locks Democratic Lawmakers Out of Education Department: 'There Is No Business Purpose To Be Here'

A group of House Democrats was blocked from entering the Department of Education on Friday while attempting to discuss the agency's future under DOGE.

Latin Times

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Reason

Trump moves to roll back Biden diversity initiatives - Roll Call

President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to halt federal recognition of transgender individuals late Monday.

Roll Call

A 32-hour week? It could work for Congress, staff say - Roll Call

Progressive staffers are floating “a rotating 32-hour workweek for District and D.C. staff,” asking bosses to give it a shot.

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Trump reportedly picks China critic Mike Waltz as national security adviser – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU

Rep. Tim Walz Praised For Practical Leadership And Relatability

Rep. Tim Walz's thoughtful gift of a wool blanket showcases his caring nature and practical approach to relationships in Congress.

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Rep. Mark Takano Calls For Biden To Pass Torch To Harris

Rep. Mark Takano urges President Biden to endorse VP Harris for the 2024 Democratic nomination, reflecting growing sentiment within the party.

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Crowd worried about Trump urges Biden to drop out - Roll Call

Demonstrators protested in the rain outside the White House on Saturday to urge Joe Biden to end his bid for reelection.

Roll Call

Biden Faces Pressure As Trump Gains Confidence

Updates on President Biden's campaign, Republican confidence post-convention, and concerns within the Democratic party.

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Rep. Mark Takano Urges President Biden To Resign

Rep. Takano calls for President Biden to resign, proposing VP Harris as a potential replacement amidst growing Democratic concerns.

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Democratic Lawmakers Express Concerns Over President Biden's Future

Democratic lawmakers face questions over President Biden's future amid calls for him to step aside.

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International Business Times UK

Calls For Joe Biden To Step Down Grows Stronger As More House Democrats Flag Reelection Plans

Four House Democrats, all ranking members of key House committees, made their positions known during a private call hosted by Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries.

The Independent UK

Several top House Democrats call for Biden to step aside in weekend ‘crisis talks’

Democrats are questioning president’s ability to prove to voters he has mental fitness and stamina to continue

The Guardian - US

Japanese Americans draw on heritage and history to support Palestine

A Japanese diaspora collective called Nikkei 4 Palestine aims to mobilize their community in solidarity as Israel-Gaza war rages

The Guardian - US

Vermont senator Bernie Sanders introduces four-day workweek bill

Independent lawmaker says it’s time for workers to have a better quality of life with a 32-hour workweek without loss of pay

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International Business Times UK

Sen. Bernie Sanders Proposes Four-Day Workweek Bill in the U.S. with Full Pay

Senator Sanders has called for a 4-day workweek, citing studies showing happier and more productive workers.

Salon

GOP sticks gun measure into funding bill

This "could result in 20,000 new seriously mentally ill individuals being able to buy guns each year," Dem says

Roll Call

First batch of final spending bills passes House - Roll Call

The House overwhelmingly voted to pass a six-bill, $467.5 billion final fiscal 2024 appropriations package Wednesday.

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Landmark study documents cancer cases among Camp Lejeune victims - Roll Call

Marines and family members exposed to toxins at Camp Lejeune say a federal study showing links to higher cancer rates bolsters their cases.

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Bipartisan Veterans Legislation Passes to Tackle Rising Suicide Rates

Joining us tonight are Illinois GOP Congressman Mike Bost and California Dem Congressman Mark Takano. They discuss bipartisan efforts to address veteran su...

The Texas Tribune

State Rep. Julie Johnson announces she is running for U.S. Rep. Colin Allred’s seat

Johnson, first elected to the Texas House in 2018, joins a crowded primary to succeed Allred, who is giving up his solidly Democratic seat to run against U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz next year.

McClatchy Washington Bureau

NC Republicans advocate for banning trans athletes from female sports teams

A two-week break from Congress didn’t relieve any tension between political parties as Democrats accused Republicans Monday of bullying transgender youth with a bill expected to pass the House Thursday.

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