Tag: Biden, Joseph R Jr
As Russian Troop Deaths Climb, Morale Becomes an Issue, Officials Say
WASHINGTON — In 36 days of fighting on Iwo Jima during World War II, nearly 7,000 Marines were…
Russia’s Attack Rallies a Divided Nation: The United States
After two years of political divisions and economic disruptions bolstered by an unending pandemic, many Americans say they…
Oligarchs Got Richer Despite Sanctions. Will This Time Be Different?
The first time the United States government slapped his family with sanctions and locked him out of the…
As Jackson Faces Senators, Her Criminal Defense Record Is a Target
WASHINGTON — Senator Josh Hawley had a pointed question earlier this month for a federal appeals court nominee…
Ukraine War Shifts the Agenda in Congress, Empowering the Center
For Democrats, the shift in priorities has had a price. Taking his cues from his party’s environmental wing,…
Biden Administration Fights in Court to Uphold Some Trump-Era Immigration Policies
But, he said, “Making the necessary changes isn’t going to happen overnight.”Still, many people, including some caught up…
Biden Approves $200 Million in Weapons and Equipment for Ukraine
WASHINGTON — The White House has approved an additional $200 million in arms and equipment for Ukraine, administration…
Ukraine War Ushers In ‘New Era’ for U.S. Abroad
WASHINGTON — The war in Ukraine has prompted the biggest rethinking of American foreign policy since the Sept.…
House Democrats Push Biden to Build a Better Midterm Message
Still, White House aides acknowledge the pressure to revamp their strategy. They have been frustrated by how little…
U.S. and Allies Will Strip Russia of Favored Trade Status
The 1930s tariffs were crafted to charge high levies on imports of manufactured goods and farm products but…
Bye Bye Iowa? Democrats to Debate Changes to Primary Calendar
For years, Democrats in Iowa and New Hampshire have battled criticism from others in the party who argued…
Congress Clears $1.5 Trillion Spending Bill, Including Ukraine Aid
And Congress agreed to direct millions of dollars toward its own employees and support of the Capitol complex.…