Politics & Policy
Following the death of Walter Wallace Jr. in October, Philadelphia city councilmembers heard testimony on best practices for police response and crisis intervention.
3 years ago
UN rights chief expects U.S. will be ‘much better’ under Biden
Bachelet cited concerns about the inequalities exposed by the COVID-19 pandemic and systemic racism like that highlighted by the Black Lives Matter movement.
3 years ago
Pa. Gov. Wolf quarantining after testing positive for COVID-19
The governor said in a statement that he tested positive during a routine test Tuesday, adding that he has no symptoms and is feeling well.
3 years ago
Biden introduces his nominee for secretary of defense
Austin is widely admired for his military service, which includes leading troops in combat in Iraq and Afghanistan.
3 years ago
Fears for safety and climate surround LNG export terminal planned on the Delaware
The Delaware River Basin Commission has greenlighted the dock, dredging and some infrastructure for the controversial Gibbstown terminal.
3 years ago
Listen 5:49Tracing Montco’s decades-long shift from GOP stronghold to boon for Biden
Two big reasons stand out: Republicans lost many of their moderate voters here as the GOP crept rightward, and suburbs have further diversified.
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Coordination between independent expenditure groups and campaigns is forbidden. But weak state and federal campaign finance rules and meager oversight create gray areas.
3 years ago
Biden plans to tap Rep. Marcia Fudge as Housing Secretary, Tom Vilsack as Agriculture
The two departments have a key role in supporting American households. HUD is responsible for affordable housing while USDA oversees food assistance programs.
3 years ago
High court rejects GOP bid to halt Biden’s Pennsylvania win
The court without comment Tuesday refused to call into question the certification process in Pennsylvania.
3 years ago
N.J. restaurant industry, politicians press for more federal aid
New Jersey politicians say federal assistance is urgent because local businesses that have taken years or generations to build are on the edge of shutting down for good.
3 years ago
Democrats and some Republicans push to add stimulus checks to COVID-19 relief bill
Bipartisan negotiators are still trying to finalize a COVID deal with money for states, unemployed Americans, and vaccine distribution, but some want more direct payments.
3 years ago
Biden calls for action on virus as he introduces health team
President-elect Joe Biden's choices for his health care team point to a stronger federal role in the nation’s COVID-19 strategy.
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Jack Goldsmith and Bob Bauer discuss their book, "After Trump" which lays out 50 ways to fix the presidency, check executive power, and safeguard democracy.
Air Date: December 8, 2020 10:00 am
Listen 49:30EPA declines to strengthen soot standard
The federal agency went against the advice of its own scientists who said the standard needed to be lowered.
3 years ago
Biden picks Lloyd Austin as secretary of defense
If confirmed by the Senate, Austin would be the first Black leader of the Pentagon.
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