The Hill Articles: March 3, 2021

House passes voting rights and elections reform bill Sole GOP vote on House police reform bill says he ‘accidentally pressed the wrong voting button’ Paris Hilton celebrates passage of Utah’s troubled teen institution reform bill DEA places agent seen outside Capitol during riot on leave Abbott’s medical advisers were not all consulted before he lifted Texas mask mandate House approves George Floyd Justice in Policing Act Sinclair implements ‘enterprise-wide reductions’ due to ‘profound impact’ of pandemic Target, CVS among big chains to continue requiring masks in states that lifted mandates SpaceX rocket explodes after successfully landing after high-altitude flight Florida Keys enclave, home to political donors, received COVID-19 vaccine as rest of state struggled House Democrats introduce bill providing citizenship to Dreamers CVS pharmacies in Florida to vaccinate teachers under 50 despite state age limits Georgia Gov. Kemp says he’d ‘absolutely’ back Trump as 2024 nominee Garland’s AG nomination delayed by GOP roadblocks GOP pulling out all the stops to delay COVID-19 package Hunger strikers battle scrap recycler slated for minority neighborhood Documents show strained capacity at US border facilities: CNN National Sheriffs’ Association backs Biden pick for key DOJ role Arizona governor orders public schools to offer in-person learning by March 15 On The Money: Democrats deals to bolster support for relief bill | Biden tries to keep Democrats together | Retailers fear a return of the mask wars Overnight Defense: DC Guard chief testifies about hampered Capitol attack response | US contractor dies of heart attack after Iraq rocket attack | Pentagon watchdog finds ‘inappropriate conduct’ by ex-White House doctor Overnight Health Care: Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for lifting coronavirus restrictions: ‘Neanderthal thinking’ | Senate panel splits along party lines on Becerra |Over 200K sign up for ACA plans during Biden special enrollment period DOJ declined to take up Chao ethics probe Senate coronavirus bill delayed until Thursday Missouri man indicted for allegedly threatening two congressmen Police investigating after video shows officer slamming K-9 into car Democrats cut deals to bolster support for relief bill Former NFL player Kellen Winslow II sentenced to 14 years for rape, assault Epstein’s New York townhouse under contract for $50 million: report Hillicon Valley: High alert as new QAnon date approaches Thursday | Biden signals another reversal from Trump with national security guidance | Parler files a new case Alarming threat prompts early exit, underscoring security fears OVERNIGHT ENERGY: Interior reverses Trump policy that it says restricted science | Collins to back Haaland’s Interior nomination | Republicans press Biden environment nominee on Obama-era policy McCaul says Trump has responsibility to tell potential Capitol attackers to ‘stand down’ Here’s who Biden is now considering for budget chief Bishops discourage Catholics from receiving Johnson & Johnson vaccine if alternatives available Biden reignites war powers fight with Syria strike Five takeaways from dramatic Capitol security hearing Biden signals another reversal from Trump with national security guidance Biden urges Democrats to advocate for rescue package 53 percent of Americans support raising federal minimum wage to $15: poll Team Biden surprises with positive vaccine news ‘Space hurricane’ seen hovering above Earth for the first time ever Poll: Majority says the release of Trump taxes is ‘important’ to holding presidents accountable IRS paid $3B in interest to taxpayers for late refunds in 2020: GAO report Reeves responds to Biden criticism: ‘Mississippians don’t need handlers’ Arizona governor orders school districts to offer in-person learning by March 15 Poll: Most voters say Senate has not moved quickly enough on relief bill Biden administration ‘evaluating and discussing’ position on Trump tax returns More cash for childless workers: A poor way to help the poor Arizona House advances bill that would allow apps to bypass Apple, Google fees Clinton praises Dolly Parton’s cold shoulder top from vaccination: ‘Shall we make this a trend?’ Senators question Bezos, Amazon about cameras placed in delivery vans US mulls possible military response to rocket attack on Iraq base South Dakota lawmakers vote to delay impeachment of attorney general Fed survey shows modest economic expansion in February Federal agencies ordered to patch systems immediately following flaw in Microsoft app Fetterman: Lawmakers backing reduced stimulus check eligibility ‘out of touch’ Biden’s COVID, border policies prove he’s serious about neither Michelle Obama on conversations with her daughters: ‘Me and Barack, we can’t get a word in’ German officials strike deal to extend lockdowns through March 28: report GM extends three North American plant shutdowns due to chip shortage Threats to Capitol prompt House to cancel Thursday votes Tim Allen: ‘I kind of liked’ that Trump ‘pissed people off’ Miss United States of America pageant allowed to ban trans women from competition Sales of Dr. Seuss books skyrocket on Amazon after ‘cancellation’ Biden admin: International Criminal Court ‘unfairly’ targeting Israel Trump was unhinged and unchanged at CPAC Australian attorney general denies decades-old rape allegation Study: Indian coronavirus vaccine approved in January found to be 81 percent effective German intelligence officials open investigation into largest opposition party Alabama state senators approve ban on hormone therapy, surgery for transgender youth USPS announces next phase of organizational changes Top Jeep executive open to dropping Cherokee name Retailers fear a return of the mask wars We need an independent 1/6 commission that the whole country can have confidence in CBC ‘unequivocally’ endorses Shalanda Young for White House budget chief Progressives grumble but won’t sink relief bill over fewer stimulus checks What was Trader Joe’s thinking? Former Sanders aide bashes Democrats ‘unwilling to hold the line’ on $15 wage Democratic NY legislator: Sexual harassment allegations show ‘clear pattern of Cuomo’s abuse of power’ Education secretary: Vaccinating teachers ‘my top priority’ Trump talking to allies about 2024 run without Pence: report Lawyer for former Cuomo aide blasts ‘falsehoods’ at briefing Japanese billionaire offering free trips to moon Blinken vows renewed focus on emerging tech after hack The Future of Education Biden convenes bipartisan meeting on cancer research Trump Attorney General Jeff Sessions expresses regret at family separations on the border under his watch In seismic shift, US oil industry considers supporting carbon pricing Senate GOP will force clerks to read bill to delay COVID-19 relief vote How Mayors for a Guaranteed Income are proving the ‘welfare queen’ stereotype wrong Are some commercial depictions of interracial families sending a wrong message? Apaches fight desperate last stand against foreign mining giants over sacred land Wyoming lawmakers unveil hate crimes legislation Mississippi water woes drag on weeks after storms Watch live: President Biden holds virtual event with House Democratic Caucus As Trump steps back in the spotlight, will Cuomo exit stage left? US official: Border wall breach may be tied to fatal crash Lawyer in GOP election challenge lawsuit appeals disciplinary order Interior Department reverses Trump policy that it says improperly restricted science Duckworth, Norton call for improved accessibility for the blind at FDR memorial Biden slams Texas, Mississippi for lifting coronavirus restrictions: ‘Neanderthal thinking’ Bipartisan group of senators introduces bill to rein in Biden’s war powers The Iran nuclear deal needs to be fixed and rewritten, not just revived Analysis: Senate stimulus check changes would reduce recipients by up to 16 million Basic income payments increased full-time employment in California study Tampa Bay health officials say Super Bowl was not a superspreader event Experts say California’s iconic Pacific Coast Highway could fall into the ocean Republicans press Biden environment nominee on Obama-era policy House subcommittee probes Texas power grid operator Raimondo has won confirmation, but the fight to restrict export technology to China continues What America’s Thinking: March 03, 2021 Facebook to lift ban on political ads Cuomo says he won’t resign amid sexual harassment allegations AP journalist charged in Myanmar Parliamentarian strikes down Pelosi priority in aid package National Guard troops defending US Capitol are reportedly getting sick after eating raw meat Vaccine research must include pregnant women during COVID and beyond Democrats’ campaign arms call on Facebook to lift ban on political ads White House not ready to name Tanden replacement Why do we still punish crack and powder cocaine offenses differently? Blinken calls US-China relations biggest challenge of century in major speech 1 in 3 nonprofits in danger of closing due to pandemic: study Parler drops federal lawsuit against Amazon, files in state court Bipartisan bill would ban lawmakers from buying, selling stocks The Hill’s 12:30 Report: Washington on high alert as QAnon theory marks March 4 Troops defending Capitol sickened by undercooked meat: report International Criminal Court probing alleged Israeli crimes in Palestinian territories Granholm calls for Texas grid to weatherize, connect to other grids Watch live: Cuomo to make announcement during COVID-19 press briefing Republicans, please save your party Man found guilty of running down 10 pedestrians in Toronto Giant companies including Target, Toyota keeping mask mandates in Texas despite state opening up Hunter banned in 48 states after pleading guilty to poaching US contractor dies in attack on Iraqi base LA sheriff’s office gets warrant for ‘black box’ in Tiger Woods SUV Pentagon prevented immediate response to mob, says Guard chief Biden’s immigration bill has problems — lots of them DC Guard chief agrees ‘optics’ slowed deployment during Capitol riot Michelle Obama offers advice with release of young readers’ edition of ‘Becoming’ memoir Chicago mayor eyes changes to search warrant policies Pentagon issues report revealing ex-White House doctor ‘belittled’ subordinates, violated alcohol policies House Democratic leaders back Shalanda Young for OMB after Tanden withdrawal Texas companies still requiring masks despite governor lifting mandate House sets vote for George Floyd police reform bill Watch live: White House press briefing Senate panel splits along party lines on Becerra Antibodies from South African coronavirus variant may offer cross-protection, researchers find The intelligence community must evolve with the information age Saudi officials to require COVID-19 vaccine for hajj Universal Orlando ‘evaluating’ Dr. Seuss-themed attraction Over 200K sign up for ACA plans during Biden special enrollment period Elon Musk is trying to create a new city in Texas called Starbase Meghan Markle responds to bullying complaint from former royal aide Senate panel unanimously advances top Biden economic nominees Prosecutors against release of ‘QAnon Shaman’: ‘He cannot be trusted’ FBI warns of increased domestic terror threat into 2022 Senate coronavirus bill lowers cutoffs for stimulus checks Blinken commits to democratic transition in Venezuela in call with Juan Guaidó Capitol Police aware of ‘possible plot’ by militia group to enter Capitol  Rosen to lead Senate Democrats’ efforts to support female candidates READ: Watchdog finds ‘inappropriate conduct’ by Ronny Jackson in White House House GOP campaign chief: Not helpful for Trump to meddle in primaries The Middle East could be part of Biden’s focus on great power rivalry Threats to lawmakers up 93.5 percent in last two months Exxon Mobil ordered to pay $14.25 million fine for violating Clean Air Act at Texas refinery New report finds US faces staggering $2.59T in infrastructure needs this decade Google to stop tracking users for targeted ads What can the US learn from our allies on protecting critical infrastructure? Madison Cawthorn gets Democratic challenger Rising: March 3, 2021 Watch live: White House COVID-19 response team holds press briefing Pence breaks silence to criticize 2020 election Fauci donates personal COVID-19 virus model to Smithsonian First known case of more contagious Brazilian COVID-19 variant found on US West Coast Michelle Obama says ‘everyone was concerned’ about potential violence at Biden inauguration DC Guard chief: Approval to deploy on Jan. 6 took more than 3 hours Samsung considering 4 US sites for $17B chip factory Don’t refuse a COVID-19 vaccine Stocks mixed following weak private sector jobs report Dr. Oz, Port Authority officer revive collapsed passenger at airport Foreign fans to be excluded from Tokyo Olympics: report Houthis: US sanctions prolonging war in Yemen Progressives press Biden to rejoin Iran nuclear deal Washington Football Team to feature dance squad, no cheerleaders in 2021: report Civil engineers give US infrastructure a C-minus GOP targets Manchin, Sinema, Kelly on Becerra Do Biden’s ‘tough new sanctions’ give Putin Nord Stream 2? Watch live: Blinken gives foreign policy briefing at State Department At least 9 dead after security forces open fire on protesters in Myanmar: reports Watch live: Acting Capitol Police chief testifies before House panel Boy Scouts selling off Norman Rockwell paintings, oil and gas interests amid sexual abuse claims Watch live: DC National Guard commander testifies on Capitol riot Blast close to Dutch virus test center under investigation Susan Collins to back Haaland’s Interior nomination It’s time for Biden to channel Trump, Reagan and meet Iran’s Rouhani White House’s Jen Psaki ‘happy’ to face former Trump spokesperson Kayleigh McEnany on Fox Private payrolls grow disappointing 117,000: ADP Take control of your business’s finances with this great offer on a QuickBooks subscription Fabric is the rising life insurance choice for young families Police disarm pipe bomb at Iowa polling site Strong US ties with Egypt is the best hope for human rights UNICEF labels pandemic school closings a ‘catastrophic education emergency’ Pavlich: Mayorkas’ reckless invitation ensures border crisis is about to explode Islamic State claims responsibility for deaths of three female journalists H.R. 1 isn’t for the people, it’s for the politicians Joint Chiefs chairman: Military response on Jan. 6 was ‘super fast’ Mellman: How the Senate decided impeachment Budowsky: Biden’s midterm Morning in America Russia vows retaliation for new US sanctions: ‘We do not intend to put up with this’ The Reagan era is over Base housing US troops in Iraq hit by rockets Biden and Congress must act against calls to condition aid to Israel The Hill’s Morning Report – Presented by Facebook – Senate Dems face unity test; Tanden nomination falls Democrats worry Senate will be graveyard for Biden agenda Democrats snipe on policy, GOP brawls over Trump Majority of states considering bills limiting transgender access Pressure builds for companies to incentivize vaccines for workers House Democrats’ ambitious agenda set to run into Senate blockade DeSantis’s rising GOP profile fuels 2024 talk Biden cautious in making Trump tax returns decision The Memo: Is Trump mounting a comeback — or finally fading? High alert as new QAnon date approaches Thursday Lobbying world