President Biden said local leaders were more important than his predecessor in convincing COVID-19 vaccine skeptics to get the shot.
Mexico has stepped up immigration raids -- hauling hundreds of people off trains in recent weeks -- to stem an increase in Central American migrants heading for the United States since President Joe Biden took office, according to advocates and data from immigration authorities. The crackdown by immigration agents backed by the military and police marks an escalation of Mexico's efforts to control migration across its territory. While Mexico has welcomed Biden's pledge to tackle the root causes of migration from Central America, it is concerned that the new administration's efforts to make it easier for people to claim asylum in the United States is encouraging migration and putting a burden on Mexico.
While one call reportedly sparked ethics concerns, longtime Cuomo adviser Larry Schwartz said he "never discussed vaccines in a political context."
One Twitter user wondered what would happen if the Texas Republican "stood up for his wife, father, kids, and dog like he does for Tucker Carlson."
Lawmakers are seeking to limit early voting and tighten ID requirements, among other restrictive measures.
“While the stimulus bill isn’t perfect…it’s going to get meaningful assistance to a lot of people.”
“This would be the most ill-timed ‘stimulus’ bill in history, except it’s really income redistribution.”
“The plan has smart and effective policies that will give our children what they need not just to survive, but thrive.”
“Legislation that accelerated vaccinations and positioned businesses to reopen would be welcome. The stimulus is not that.”
“Biden is making his own decisions, shaping his own agenda, and counting on his own party to move policies forward.”