The Hill Articles: January 18, 2023

Trump confirms efforts to return to Facebook, says ban was ‘major business mistake’ Clyburn says he expects Biden to run in 2024, warns against Democratic challenger Rep. Steube ‘sustained several injures’ during an accident on his property Amazon to close charitable program AmazonSmile Democratic lawmaker writes op-ed on Santos: House ‘hijacked by yet another liar, cheat and fraud’ New Zealand PM Ardern to resign ahead of election this year White House blasts Russia’s Lavrov for Holocaust comparison GOP lawmaker urges White House to provide longer-range munitions to Ukraine Avian flu confirmed in three grizzly bears euthanized in Montana Defense & National Security — The West braces for a renewed Russian offensive Greene knocks Gaetz in exchange over committee assignments To win in 2024, Democrats must become the party of economic renewal A one-year farm bill extension to 2024 would remove critical uncertainty from agriculture On The Money — Why a debt limit showdown is so dangerous Biden reelection plans on track despite documents controversy  Health Care — Harris to mark Roe’s 50th anniversary with speech Equilibrium/Sustainability — Pakistan health crisis exacerbated by floods The stakes for trade with India OSHA cites Amazon for safety hazards at three warehouses amid larger investigation Hillicon Valley — ChatGPT poses challenges for schools Energy & Environment — Biden energy chief pushes back on GOP bill New York Senate panel rejects Hochul’s pick for top judge Four US citizens, residents killed in Nepal plane crash Why updating particulate matter standards is critical to protecting health Minnesota inches toward LGBTQ ‘conversion therapy’ ban  South Carolina labor leader pushes back on criticism of Biden primary shake-up Santos accused of taking $3K from GoFundMe for veteran’s dying dog Senate Democrat calls for investigation of mass money transfer surveillance Musk says Biden may try to ‘weaponize’ government against Twitter if Trump returns Jon Stewart on Santos: ‘We cannot mistake absurdity for lack of danger’ White House calls New Mexico shootings targeting Democratic officials ‘shocking and horrifying’ Is the Department of Labor fueling our labor shortage? Connecticut bill would let children as young as 12 get vaccines without parental consent Supreme Court again declines to pause New York gun regs Former GOP lawmaker calls on Santos to resign in NYT op-ed Colorado begins enrollment for universal preschool DeSantis hits Biden over handling of documents: ‘You can’t have two different sets of rules’  NHL player refuses to wear Pride Night jersey during warm-ups, citing religious beliefs  Russia is planning a major offensive. Here’s what that might look like. Ohio lawmakers ask for immigration relief for Mauritanians at risk of slavery An infrastructure bank could be the issue that unites a divided Congress Here’s how McCarthy’s concessions will transform the House of Representatives   West Virginia agrees to $83 million settlement with Walgreens over opioid epidemic Energy secretary says Republican oil bill would weaken energy security tool, result in higher gas prices  Yellen to travel to China as US weighs investment restrictions Tool can help customers get canceled flight refunds What extraordinary measures can Treasury take to prevent US from default? FDA argues public harm if court reverses abortion pill approval Harris to mark 50th anniversary of Roe ruling with speech in Florida Ending the black hole that’s devouring student loan payments Party City files for bankruptcy protection Authorities seize crypto website Bitzlato, arrest founder for allegedly operating criminal haven Watch live: Karine Jean-Pierre holds press briefing Netanyahu’s agenda and Biden’s opportunity These are the best and worst states for water efficiency Zelensky says he’s not afraid for his personal security Archives says it must consult with DOJ before sharing information related to Biden documents The Hill’s 12:30 Report — New economic data’s insight on recession fears The Democrats’ South Carolina strategy empowers all Black voters Comer focuses on Penn Biden Center in investigation of classified documents Bush think tank presses for increasing aid to Ukraine, admitting more refugees US, Chinese officials vow improved communication to avoid conflict Navy training plane crashes in Alabama A simple fix to the Labor Department’s disastrous new worker classification rule DeSantis proposes permanent COVID mandate ban in Florida  Dead whale washes ashore on Oregon coast; scientists determine cause of death The Turkey dilemma and the limits of US power Rising: January 18, 2023 Who is Solomon Peña, the GOP candidate arrested in political shooting case? NC AG announces run for governor White House rips appointment of ‘extreme MAGA members’ to House Oversight panel Vaccine hesitancy is surging again, regardless of the science Watch live: Zelensky addresses World Economic Forum Microsoft to lay off 10,000 employees as revenue growth slows Fed Chairman Jerome Powell tests positive for COVID-19 JetBlue plane bumps parked plane at JFK Tightening foreign investment screening undermines national security Brian Walshe, husband of missing woman, looked up ways to dispose of body, prosecutors say Trump trounces DeSantis in potential GOP primary match-up, new poll finds UN chief: Global commitment to limiting temperature rise ‘nearly going up in smoke’  Biden administration to target use of antipsychotics in nursing homes Retail sales slumped in December as Americans braced for slower economy Harris up, Biden and Buttigieg down in Democrat’s ‘iceberg’ primary Energy watchdog expects record high oil demand due to China’s COVID reopening El Paso Walmart shooting suspect won’t face death penalty on federal charges McDaniel says she has ‘enough support to win’ race for RNC chair Dave Min announces bid for Porter’s California House seat, nabs her endorsement Trump pushes Facebook to unblock his account Senate holding first hearing on ticketing industry UN secretary-general: World in ‘sorry state’  Why you may receive a much lower income tax refund this year SpaceX launches 6th GPS satellite for US government Fewer Americans struggled to cover health costs during pandemic: CDC data The George Santos debacle and the local newspaper that can say, ‘I told you so’ Threats against members of Congress ‘still too high’: Capitol Police chief Former roommate: Santos had ‘delusions of grandeur’ Wholesale inflation falls 0.5 percent in December, beating expectations Noem: ‘I’m not convinced that I need to run for president’  Fast-rising Dem star Wes Moore to be inaugurated Wednesday China bets on Saudi oil and gas Ukraine interior minister, others killed in helicopter crash  Biden brags about the numbers, but high inflation especially hurts Black and Hispanic Americans As Russia weakens, whoever has soldiers and guns will survive The Hill’s Morning Report — McCarthy urges Biden to negotiate on debt McCarthy goes on attack against red-state Senate Democrats The Memo: How Biden’s document controversy could help Ron DeSantis Five ways a debt limit crisis could derail the US economy CNN considers prime-time comic host as Gutfeld thrives on Fox  Corporate tax rates fall globally as governments consider austerity measures Lobbying World: Oil and gas lobby snags top Manchin aide What is ChatGPT? AI technology sends schools scrambling to preserve learning