The Hill Articles: June 2, 2022

NY passes bill raising age to buy, own semi-automatic rifles House panel investigating Jared Kushner over Saudi investment with private firm At least 2 people injured in shooting at Wisconsin cemetery Matthew Morrison defends himself against allegations of misconduct after show firing Biden: ‘Unconscionable’ for GOP to oppose debate on gun laws Biden urges Congress to renew assault weapons ban, pass stricter gun laws On The Money: Slowing job growth may not be cause for alarm Energy & Environment — OPEC+ announces bigger increase in oil supply Defense & National Security — Biden, Harris huddle with NATO head  Hillicon Valley — Ransomware hackers dodge US sanctions Why a May jobs slowdown may not be bad news for Biden Gaetz says he supports voters arming themselves at polls These members of Biden’s Cabinet have now caught COVID-19 Health Care — Kids under 5 could get COVID vaccines this month Companies pull out of drilling leases at Arctic Wildlife Refuge NotedDC — Biden faces pressure on inflation from all sides Biden’s ‘plan’ to combat inflation is misguided; a focus on energy, lower taxes is needed Jan. 6 panel announces prime-time slot for first hearing US Postal Service signals it will order more electric trucks Biden compounds his baby formula problems Ukrainian first lady urges US ‘do not get used to this war’ Watch live: Biden to deliver address on gun violence Pelosi says House will vote on gun package next week Medicare funding outlook improves slightly GOP lawmaker pulls guns during markup Overturning Roe poses substantial threat to LGBTQ+ reproductive health care, report says Equilibrium/Sustainability — Climate change’s next victim: Pizza sauce Alito’s draft opinion insults Kennedy’s legacy — will Gorsuch and Kavanaugh sign on? Tomi Lahren inks deal with conservative media outlet Outkick 21 Democrats ask leaders to split up gun package Social Security solvency boosted by economic recovery from the pandemic 233 mass shootings have happened so far in 2022: nonprofit Congress must reject the tax offer the OECD says we ‘can’t refuse’ White House touts Biden: He’s beaten gun lobby before Georgetown lecturer reinstated after controversial tweets about Biden Supreme Court pick Reflagging ships could be the answer to Russia’s blockade of Black Sea ports Chicago, Philadelphia, LA County record first monkeypox cases Queen Elizabeth II to miss Jubilee service amid ‘discomfort’ White House says kids under 5 could get COVID-19 vaccines by June 21 CBS pushes back on NY Post story suggesting Norah O’Donnell took massive pay cut Why a nationwide workforce development push is needed Forecast raises expectations of hurricane hitting ground in Texas Trump endorses Masters in Arizona Senate GOP primary Lifting ban on physician-owned hospitals can improve American health care Depp v Heard: The jury’s burden Biden lays groundwork for risky meeting with Saudis McBath references late son at gun markup: ‘I know that phone call’ LeBron James becomes first billionaire active NBA player: Forbes Traffic noise may impair children’s cognitive development: study Public school closures harmed children’s academic and emotional wellbeing A tariffs law revision could amount to a massive consumer tax increase Watch live: White House press briefing Harvey Weinstein’s rape conviction upheld by appeals court Tulsa shooter targeted his physician, law enforcement says Stop looking to the extremes for climate policy Gohmert fires back at Democrats on gun debate: ‘You think we don’t have hearts?’ Ransomware groups rebrand to dodge sanctions Kim Kardashian calls for father of slain Uvalde student to get released from prison for funeral Meteorologists update 2022 hurricane outlook and it’s only looking worse Putin fires five more generals: report Biden approval rating rises 6 points from record low: poll Florida Supreme Court’s decision leaves DeSantis congressional map in place ‘Sensible’ gun reform that Republicans could get behind Biden to deliver prime-time speech about gun control House Republicans unveil energy, climate strategy Bill limiting LGBTQ+ lessons advances in North Carolina House Democrats say Amazon obstructing probe into deadly warehouse collapse Biden officials speak with Ukraine on latest military aid package Uvalde school shooter’s phone collected as evidence Postal Service sued over seizure of Black Lives Matter masks The Hill’s 12:30 Report — The circus following the Johnny Depp, Amber Heard ruling Elliot Page: Politicians think attacks on transgender people are ‘working’ Memphis lawmakers plan resolution urging police not to provide security for Trump event America’s green revolution is failing African farmers Camera falls during live CNN interview with top Biden aide Biotech company says woman received 3D printed ear made from her own cells Watch Live: Harris announces plan to cancel student debt for Corinthian College students Nadler seeks to preempt GOP arguments on gun reform Watchdog opens investigation into FDA response to formula recall 57 percent in new poll say a woman should be able to get abortion for any reason Biden administration touts infrastructure law in addressing supply chain issues, increasing goods EPA proposes giving states more power to block projects, reversing Trump The unpalatable truth in Ukraine Advocacy groups urge Schumer to call vote on antitrust bill Washington Post adds editor’s note to Heard op-ed after verdict Nadler says assault weapons ban will hit House floor ‘if we have the votes’ Biden administration planning to sell armed drones to Ukraine: report Zelensky thanks Ukrainian soccer team for ‘two hours of happiness’ after win in World Cup qualifier Democrats must limit oil shocks along with climate risks Zelensky: Russian forces control one-fifth of Ukraine New CNN president teases changes to network strategy Uvalde students won’t return to Robb Elementary School New York City’s toothless effort to reduce small businesses regulations Senate Democrats targeting McCormick, Oz ahead of recount 3 seriously injured after hot air balloon collides with train in Wisconsin New ad shows Kentucky Dem nominee for Senate wearing noose Online marketplaces press lawmakers on language in China competition bill Mastriano agrees to interview with Jan. 6 panel Biden administration announces fresh round of Russia sanctions Legitimate #MeToo victims biggest losers in Depp-Heard circus trial Sandberg says she’ll focus on women’s advocacy after stepping down as Facebook COO Fox tops May cable news ratings Obama pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth in video message: ‘May the light of your crown continue to reign supreme’ OPEC+ announces 50 percent increase in oil output for July and August Former DHS secretary says graphic images ‘required to awaken the public’ on mass shootings 9/11 families press Biden on possible meeting with Saudi crown prince Bribing some voters by forgiving student loans may backfire on Biden Rising: June 2, 2022 Attorney says Amber Heard ‘absolutely’ plans to appeal judgment in Depp case Former Pence adviser expected to appear during Jan. 6 panel hearings: report Uvalde mayor says effort to reach gunman during school shooting failed Watch live: House Judiciary Committee votes on gun control packages Americans identifying as ‘pro-choice’ near record high: Gallup Progressive Rep. Ro Khanna says Biden needs ‘bolder’ inflation plan Texas Democrats, unions call on Interior to protect workers’ rights in offshore wind leasing Impose limits on gun access — and term limits on Congress White House to pay interns for first time Mayors urge Senate to pass House-passed gun bills Wife says Fetterman’s doctors ‘really impressed’ with his progress Two words explain why Trump won’t run in 2024 Blinken honors Queen Elizabeth II on Platinum Jubilee Russian forces take control of most of Sieverodonetsk, UK says Could Russia win a public relations war against the West? The Hill’s Morning Report — The latest on gun negotiations TV’s Dr. Phil backs gun reforms after Uvalde and Buffalo massacres Biden faces pressure to help Black borrowers with heavy student debt Puerto Rico governor hopeful that status bill will move quickly through Congress Haunted Democrats fear gun control measures could cost them in midterms Gun groups ready for aggressive effort against red flag legislation Emboldened Democrats eye Ron Johnson amid new controversies Biden administration announces over $368M for rail infrastructure improvements