The Hill Articles: March 16, 2021

Texas officials say $29 million in electric bills to be forgiven Former GOP lawmaker jumps into California recall election 8 people dead in shootings at Atlanta massage parlors Al Gore advocates for automatically registering citizens to vote Tiger Woods leaves hospital, recovering at home after car crash Capitol staff to get more coronavirus vaccine doses Biden says he supports return to ‘talking filibuster’ Cuomo allies circulated letter attacking accuser’s credibility: report Trump blames Biden for border crisis House Democrats introduce legislation to expand affordable broadband access Trump says election ‘should have been overturned’ Trump: Supreme Court should be ‘ashamed’ for not reversing Biden win Dershowitz advising MyPillow CEO’s lawyers in Dominion case Biden: Cuomo should resign if harassment probe confirms allegations Trump urges supporters to get coronavirus vaccine Amazon union battle comes to Washington Capitol rioter who allegedly buried cop’s badge in backyard ordered to jail Biden tells migrants ‘don’t come over’ amid surge at the border Overnight Defense: 50 House Democrats urge Biden to ‘significantly’ slash defense budget | Blinken, Austin put China on warning | Pentagon could extend Guard mission at border Overnight Health Care: A number of Republican lawmakers are saying no to COVID-19 vaccines | European AstraZeneca suspensions threaten global COVID-19 response | OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma proposes $10B bankruptcy exit Menendez rips Johnson as ‘racist’ over Capitol riot remark Hillicon Valley: US Intel says Russia, Iran sought to influence elections | Advocates press Facebook to combat Spanish-language disinformation | Five attorneys general join lawsuit against Google OVERNIGHT ENERGY: EPA finalizes rule aimed at reducing smog pollution across state lines | 12 states challenge Trump-era hurdles for energy efficiency regulation | Career officials to resume processing drilling permits Jesuits to raise $100 million for descendants of slaves FEMA official says COVID-19 positivity rate among migrants is 6 percent Teen responsible for major Twitter hack to serve three years in prison More than 800 people in the Massachusetts State Police refuse COVID-19 vaccine Child passenger in car dies after collision with crashing plane Queens DA requests dismissal of nearly 700 cases related to sex work On The Money: Details on timing of the $1,400 stimulus payments House panel to hold hearing on violence against Asian Americans European AstraZeneca suspensions threaten global COVID response Utah governor ‘will carefully consider’ signing bill to block porn on phones sold in state A number of Republican lawmakers are saying no to COVID-19 vaccines China goes to Alaska to dictate terms and interests to America GOP leader calls out House Democrat for troop ‘stunt’ Republicans pan talk of raising taxes to pay for infrastructure bill Sharon Osbourne accused of using racist, homophobic slurs on ‘The Talk’ Pentagon could extend National Guard mission at southern border Ryan Grim: Probes into Tara Reade’s undergraduate degree ‘demolished her ability to be heard’ Guam delegate visits Greene’s office with books, cookies after she called US territory a foreign land To Build Back Better, Biden must invest in modern apprenticeship system The Memo: Biden team’s Obama criticisms draw some blowback Apple Maps can now find you a COVID-19 vaccine provider Senate confirms Biden’s pick to lead Small Business Administration Fortune employees hold one-day walkout Fighting cybercrime begins in the classroom Apple adds COVID-19 vaccine sites to maps, Siri Two members of Civil Air Patrol arrested for roles in Capitol riot State attorneys general challenge Trump-era rollback of energy efficiency standards Biden to hold first press conference on March 25 Scientists discover three new strains of bacteria aboard the ISS LeBron James to become partner in Fenway Sports Group, part owner of the Red Sox FAA extends ‘zero-tolerance policy’ for bad behavior on flights Dark history of deceptive sterilization of thousands of Latinos weighs on COVID-19 vaccinations Juan Williams says ‘insulting’ PBS host uninvited him to discussion about race Nutrition science omission could derail Biden’s climate plan Marvel introduces LGBTQ+ member of the Captain America world Trump to be interviewed by Fox’s Bartiromo Biden commences publicity blitz for relief bill Cigarette smoking could disappear from US by 2050: report Pennsylvania lieutenant governor explains numbers tattooed on his arms Poll: Almost half say filibuster should remain in place Former Biden digital adviser launches ad firm New Title IX regulations restored fair process — why try to overturn them? Derek Chauvin’s attorneys ask for jury to see evidence from 2019 George Floyd arrest New EPA head commits to federal-state collaboration on environmental issues France, Italy will allow AstraZeneca vaccine if EU regulator says it’s safe Michigan AG charges man with making death threats against Biden, Pelosi and Whitmer Here’s what young conservatives think about climate change Former health care executive rips ad campaign promoting ‘fear-mongering’ ad campaign against public option What America’s Thinking: March 16, 2021 Texas energy provider Griddy files for bankruptcy after sending massive bills to customers Rebel priests say they will defy Vatican and bless same-sex couples Six women who could be California’s next senator US intel says Russia, Iran sought to influence 2020 election Newsom: Recall effort ‘appears to have the requisite signatures’ Calls grow from lawmakers for IRS to extend filing deadline Without change, a plan for a national popular vote could undermine the presidency House Republican takes part in hearing while driving car Poll finds Florida Cuban Americans opposed to engaging with Havana CDC says large employers can set up temporary vaccination sites Elton John slams Catholic Church for ‘hypocrisy’ of gay marriage stance after ‘Rocketman’ Google reducing commission it charges developers on app store FTC eyes new approach to pharmaceutical mergers Industry group: Solar installations will quadruple by 2030 #MeWho? The hypocritical silence of Kamala Harris EPA finalizes rule aimed at reducing smog pollution across state lines Advocates press Facebook to combat Spanish-language disinformation GOP lawmaker asks Biden to use executive power to declare ‘COVID-19 Vaccination Awareness Day’ Sanders signals he expects to use reconciliation for infrastructure 50 House Democrats urge Biden to ‘significantly’ slash defense budget Hoyer bashes Ron Johnson for ‘racist statement’ Dating app group plans to integrate background-check feature into Tinder Bannon rips Italian court over decision to block populist training center Harris says women’s empowerment vital to democracy Elton John rips Vatican for refusing to bless same-sex unions Career officials to resume processing drilling permits Democratic senators call on CDC to boost accessibility of vaccine scheduling for seniors How the ‘anti-monopoly’ left overturned the US antitrust consensus Democratic lawmakers propose $12B hike for State Woman says family was kicked off flight because 4-year-old son with autism wouldn’t wear mask Police: Indiana man allegedly killed four after argument about stimulus check Feinstein says she intends to serve full term Ohio expanding vaccine eligibility to those aged 16 and older Yellen provides signature for paper currency Sister Jean to travel to Loyola’s opening NCAA Tournament game despite pandemic New ‘Call to Arms’ vaccine campaign echoes Rosie the Riveter EU drug regulator backs AstraZeneca vaccine A new day for the Environmental Protection Agency Virginia governor restores voting rights to former felons Too much racial animus in the news lately — an autistic’s perspective Virginia man tied to Neo-Nazis sentenced to 33 months for ‘swatting’ incidents Watch live: Congressional hearing on Fort Hood review Can’t stream baseball’s opening day? Blame the DOJ Prince Harry has had ‘not productive’ talks with Charles, William since Oprah interview: report Woman gives birth to baby with antibodies after receiving COVID-19 vaccine while pregnant Rate of rejected ballots lower in November than primaries: AP analysis Deb Haaland confirmed as first Native American cabinet secretary Birx: Trump’s disinfectant injection moment was ‘extraordinarily uncomfortable’ Catholic priests vow to bless same-sex unions in defiance of Vatican The Hill’s 12:30 Report — Presented by Facebook — Dems face headaches in passing Biden agenda Fox News’s Dean says ‘View’ won’t book her over Cuomo criticism Political parties have been shaken by populism but not stirred Tom Cotton: Chamber of Commerce is ‘a front service for woke corporations’ Lawmakers warn of funding risk if 144 cities are reclassified as ‘micropolitan’ areas Coca-Cola, Home Depot raise concern over Georgia bills that restrict voting Kremlin: Pressure on countries to refuse Russian COVID-19 vaccine ‘quite unprecedented’ UN watchdog: US return to Iran nuclear deal still possible High schooler, mother arrested for hacking homecoming queen vote Watch live: Schumer, Durbin, Murray and Stabenow hold press briefing Russia gives Twitter one month to remove banned content or be blocked Race issues dominate grand finale of ‘The Bachelor’ What comes after the stimulus-fueled short-term economic boom? Michelle Obama partners with group providing 1 million meals to families in need Cornyn, Cruz to lead Senate delegation to border next week Five attorneys general join Texas-led lawsuit against Google UK plans to increase funding for street safety following death of Sarah Everard Banks point finger at IRS for brief stimulus checks delay Michelle Obama speaks out on Meghan Markle and royal family racism scandal Owner of restaurant targeted over mask requirement: ‘We’re not going to accept or allow ignorance, hate or racism’ McConnell offers scathing ‘scorched earth’ filibuster warning DHS says migrant border crossings on pace to reach highest level in two decades Shakespeare in the Park set to return in New York Top 5 Republican presidential contenders, and 2 on the way out New report finds 4,276 children held in Border Patrol custody as of Sunday Democratic senator suggests FBI background investigation of Brett Kavanaugh fake Democratic super PAC launches six-figure ad buy, kicking off $100 million midterm push Democrats, Republicans recommend more input, detail on Biden conservation goals Fauci: July Fourth gatherings ‘conceivable and possible’ Italian regulator says decision to suspend AstraZeneca ‘political’ Moderna begins testing vaccine on young children, infants Lagging college graduation rates exacerbate racial inequity UK raising cap on nuclear warheads Mississippi becomes second state to expand vaccine eligibility to all adults Scientists find new invasive mosquito species in Florida In defense of the misunderstood short seller Rising: March 16, 2021 Majority leader of Kansas state Senate arrested Elliot Page becomes first openly transgender man on Time cover Retail sales drop 3 percent in February amid harsh winter weather NHTSA investigators to probe Tesla crash with tractor-trailer Fauci: We risk another COVID-19 surge if we declare victory now Nokia cutting up to 10,000 jobs US should tell China: ‘Legal warfare’ against Taiwan will lead to real war Green groups press Biden, Democrats to boost climate spending with ad blitz Watch live: Emergency management officials testify on COVID-19 response Michelle Obama: Meghan’s racism allegations not a surprise Scarborough faults Biden for ‘permissive’ border message American Rescue Plan is a down payment on an equitable America Sri Lanka: Proposed ban on burqas will require time to consider Manchin calls border situation a ‘crisis’ Prince Philip leaves hospital after heart surgery The trends to watch in white collar enforcement this year and beyond OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma proposes $10B bankruptcy exit China authorizes fourth COVID-19 vaccine for emergency use How to bridge the digital divide without widening partisan divides More Americans than ever view China as greatest US enemy: Gallup Instagram to restrict direct messages between teens and adults they don’t follow Thai leader gets AstraZeneca vaccine: ‘We must believe our doctors’ These low-cost, high-quality robot vacuums use impressive technology to keep your home clean Are stay-at-home members the new face of Congress? Portland mayor: Community is ‘sick and tired’ of criminal destruction, violence Feehery: The face of left-wing authoritarianism Sweden, Latvia join nations halting AstraZeneca vaccine Press: Cuomo belongs to wrong party Olympic torch relay fans asked to wear masks, cheer quietly ObamaCare still desperately needs fixing Blinken warns of US pushback to any Chinese ‘coercion and aggression’ The not-so-secret value of sharing commercial geospatial and open-source information The Hill’s Morning Report – Presented by Facebook – Split screen: Biden sells stimulus; GOP highlights border Learn how to profit from cryptocurrency with 75% off this three-course bundle Inside Africa’s world-leading coronavirus supply chain RNC to shadow Biden as he promotes COVID-19 relief bill Dems’ momentum hits quagmire over infrastructure plans Democrats move smaller immigration bills while eyeing broad overhaul Social media platforms on the right fail to maintain post-Jan. 6 growth Conservative group rips Toomey as ‘RINO,’ underscoring GOP’s shift Expanding SWAN’s impact Special election a bellwether for Texas Democrats Huge fight looms over raising taxes Wall Street charges ahead on one-year anniversary of major plunge Bottom line