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How Republicans Plan To Win Back Control Of Congress In The 2022 Midterms

Republicans believe the 2022 midterms will hinge on President Biden’s handling of the economy. Strategists and campaign officials say voters across the U.S. rank higher prices above all other issues.

Efforts To Recall Governors Are Common, But They Rarely Succeed

Only four governors in U.S. history have faced a recall election — and California’s Gov. Gavin Newsom is one of two who managed to survive the vote.

Pfizer Wants To Offer A 3rd COVID Vaccine Dose. Here Are The Pros And Cons

Pfizer is seeking the FDA’s permission to offer a third COVID-19 vaccine dose to those 16 and older. There’s data that the vaccine’s efficacy is waning and evidence that a booster can reverse that.

The U.S. Is Figuring Out How To Go Forward With The Taliban’s Interim Government

The Taliban took over Kabul a month ago. How is the U.S. dealing with the group’s interim government in Afghanistan and what challenges lie ahead?

Gymnasts Testify That The FBI Failed To Protect Them Against Nasser

Gymnasts testifying on Capitol Hill Wednesday repeatedly said that the FBI failed to protect them from Larry Nassar.

Oregon Sen. Wyden On How Taxing The Rich Could Fund Democrats’ Priorities

NPR’s Mary Louise Kelly talks to Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden, a Democrat, about crafting the Democrats’ spending bill and options to raise taxes on the rich to pay for his party’s priorities.

Small Changes May Help Exhausted Healthcare Workers Combat Burnout

The pandemic has been a challenge to the mental health of many doctors and nurses. Researcher who study the condition of burnout say it’s a workplace issue with often simple workplace solutions.

Some Players Aren’t Convinced By US Soccer’s ‘Identical’ Men’s And Women’s Contracts

US Soccer says it’s offering the men’s and women’s national teams “identical” contracts. The union for the women’s team players is calling the announcement a PR stunt.

Climate Change Is Creating Unrelenting Challenges For The Country’s Power Grid

The infrastructure bill will set aside billions of dollars to update the electric grid. Experts weigh in on whether or not it will be enough as extreme weather events disrupt access to electricity.

FBI Director Testified On How Agents Handled The Larry Nassar Case

Lawmakers have been critical of how the FBI mishandled the investigation of Larry Nassar. Several prominent gymnasts abused by Nassar are testifying about the case to the Senate Judiciary Committee.

Gavin Newsom Will Remain Governor Of California After $300 Million Recall Effort

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will remain in office after a Republican-led recall effort failed. The special election cost the state nearly $300 million in taxpayers’ money.

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