The Hill Articles: August 8, 2022

Sanctions squeeze has Russia stripping planes for spare parts: report McCarthy threatens to probe Garland after Trump FBI raid Republicans erupt over FBI’s Mar-a-Lago raid Biden on his own low approval ratings: ‘I think you’re going to see a lot change’ Amidst inflation, President Biden should refocus his efforts on expanding flexible work careers for Americans FTC fines apparel company for replacing ‘Made in China’ labels with ‘Made in USA’ ones Energy & Environment — Senate passes biggest climate package in history  Defense & National Security — Ukraine getting another $1 billion in weapons FBI raids Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Nebraska governor scraps special session for 12-week abortion ban due to lack of support On The Money — Inflation Reduction Act heads to House Health Care — Democrats advance health measures in sweeping bill Why only one US state celebrates Victory Day Inflation Reduction Act puts our oldest climate-fighting technology to work Lawsuits allege ‘sexually hostile’ culture, underpayment at Project Veritas Stacey Abrams says she’s ‘deeply concerned’ about rap lyrics being used as criminal evidence Hillicon Valley — Treasury blacklists crypto mixing service Equilibrium/Sustainability — Infectious diseases inflamed by climate change Two House Democrats cut ads for Liz Cheney in Wyoming Intelligent life in the universe may be extremely rare — we should look for it anyway Scientists link ‘forever chemical’ exposure to development of liver cancer Dozens were sickened after visiting Kansas splash park, CDC says Navy recovers F/A-18 that fell into Mediterranean during heavy weather Poorly communicated guidelines, ever-changing restrictions and ‘almost laughable’ transphobia. How a transgender cyclist lost her title. Federal agencies must recalibrate to fight today’s health challenges Four takeaways from the first climate bill passed by the Senate  Oz targets Fetterman over sanctuary cities, prison reform in new ad Olivia Newton-John dies at 73, husband says House Democrat calls on CDC to publish monkeypox vaccine demographics CNN’s Chris Wallace: Democrats appear set to tell Biden ‘enjoy your retirement’ in 2024 Putin’s nuclear chaos Hundreds of Western components found in Russian weapons in Ukraine: think tank Teachers filed at least 5,500 fewer child endangerment reports due to COVID-19: study Jihadists are on the rise across Africa — The US and its allies must remain vigilant Jan. 6 committee acquires Alex Jones’s texts: report Biden tours Kentucky flood damage: ‘I promise you we’re staying’ Petraeus points to 20 years of ‘significant mistakes’ in Afghanistan as US withdrawal anniversary approaches Russia has seen 70,000 to 80,000 casualties in attack on Ukraine, Pentagon says Study finds more gender-diverse youth in Appalachia, underscores need for support The medical, financial and social realities of post-Roe America Amnesty says it stands by report on Ukraine military that sparked ‘distress and anger’ US to provide additional $4.5 billion to keep Ukrainian government operating Gabby Petito’s family plans to sue Utah police for $50M Why lowering the cost of insulin is so hard in the US The US should mediate the maritime dispute between Turkey and Greece-Cyprus How states can fight back against the climate emergency Arkansas judge’s body found at bottom of lake after family vacation Pentagon announces additional $1B in lethal aid to Ukraine GOP physicians in Congress: Drug price control in reconciliation bill will impact patient care Congress needs to take its role in inflation seriously Treasury sanctions crypto ‘mixer’ for aiding hackers laundering illicit funds Michigan public library defunded over inclusion of LGBTQ+ materials Rachel Maddow says she took broadcasting tips from Roger Ailes Here’s what’s in the Inflation Reduction Act, the sweeping health and climate bill passed Sunday Anti-Trump GOP group launches $1M ad campaign against Walker in Georgia Watch live: Harris delivers remarks on reproductive rights with university and college presidents 1.5M more kids experienced anxiety, depression during the pandemic: survey After a long wait, it’s still a struggle to get young kids vaccinated against COVID National average price of gas expected to fall below $4: GasBuddy Blinken targets Russia in major African policy speech The Hill’s 12:30 Report — Sights and sounds from the Senate’s marathon vote Congress can’t codify Roe: Here’s what it can do Consumer expectations for inflation improve in July National drive aims to increase diverse blood, plasma donations White House worked behind the scenes to push Senate toward breakthrough win Watch Live: Biden, first lady visit families affected by flooding in Kentucky ‘Dry lightning’ sparks the most destructive, expensive wildfires in California: study GOP campaign chair Emmer plans to run for whip if Republicans take House Flight cancellations stretch into Monday after tough weekend Blinken welcomes cease-fire between Israel, Gaza militants Families should be allowed to direct federal pandemic aid Kinzinger allies unveil new push to recruit ‘pro-democracy’ candidates Abortion rights is a multi-criteria decision Trump asked Kelly why he couldn’t be more like German WWII generals: book Republican FTC Commissioner Phillips to resign Pink Floyd’s Waters backs Russia, calls Biden a ‘war criminal’ over Ukraine Man in $400K GoFundMe scam sentenced to five years in prison Biden’s open borders betrayal Biden to tout bill’s prescription drug prices, energy provisions in pitch to Americans, aide says DeSantis heads to battleground states to boost Trump-backed candidates Axios sold to Cox Enterprises for $525 million Rising: August 8, 2022 Watch live: Biden briefed on Kentucky flooding Listen to Alaskans: Ranked choice voting is a step forward for democracy Flavored nicotine products grow in popularity among teens Biden says he’s ‘not worried’ about China’s response to Pelosi visit to Taiwan You can’t call yourself pro-military while voting against vets’ health care needs Haberman shares photos of Trump-era White House toilet clogged with wads of paper Most Black, Latino households report ‘serious financial problems’ from inflation: poll Women suffer as American progressives struggle for global ideological hegemony UN chief criticizes ‘suicidal’ attacks on Ukraine nuclear plant Big Tech’s court wins risk a big backlash against Section 230 Manafort says he’s ‘always had the right motives’ Russia likely trying to use ‘deeply controversial, indiscriminate’ mines in Ukraine: UK intelligence Milley vowed to fight Trump from the inside: book excerpt Is America’s historical amnesia curable? Trump v. Nixon: When prosecution is in the public interest DOJ’s proposed third-party settlement payment rule is ripe for abuse The Hill’s Morning Report — Biden hails Democrats’ big Senate win; House next Juan Williams: Seniors get nothing by voting for the GOP Five takeaways on a super August Sunday for Senate Democrats GOP shrugs off Kansas abortion vote — but it got their attention DeSantis is ‘scarier’ opponent than Trump, say Democrats Democrats see new signs of hope ahead of midterms