Tag: District of Columbia
Biden and Congress face a summer grind to create legislation
WASHINGTON — Until recently, the act of governing seemed to happen at the speed of presidential tweets. But now President Joe Biden is settling...
Biden outlines vaccine plan, set to miss global-sharing goal
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is expected to fall short of his commitment to shipping 80 million COVID-19 vaccine doses abroad by the end...
Biden White House launches public push for child tax credit
WASHINGTON — The White House sought Monday to raise awareness of the federal government's new expanded child tax credit, which will start paying out...
In Senate vote, Biden sees ‘step forward’ for elections bill
WASHINGTON — The White House said Monday it views the Senate's work on an elections bill overhaul and changes being offered by Sen. Joe...
Paid in full? Biden, GOP struggle over infrastructure costs
WASHINGTON — Congressional negotiators and the White House appear open to striking a roughly $1 trillion deal on infrastructure. But they are struggling with...
Charles, Plaisance help Mystics beat skidding Fever 82-77
WASHINGTON — Tina Charles had 30 points, a season-high 15 rebounds and three steals to help the Washington Mystics beat the Indiana Fever 82-77...
Schwarber hits 3 homers, Nats beat Mets 4-2, take 3 of 4
WASHINGTON — Kyle Schwarber homered three times and tied a major league record with five in a two-game span, leading the Washington Nationals over...
Gomes’ single leads Nationals to walk-off win against Mets
WASHINGTON — Yan Gomes hit a game-ending single in the ninth inning, Erick Fedde extended his scoreless streak to 20 innings and the Washington...
AP FACT CHECK: Putin’s twisted tale on rival; Biden GOP jab
WASHINGTON — Russian President Vladimir Putin faulted his imprisoned political rival for leaving Russia without legal permission, omitting the vital detail that the departure...
Back home: Biden has daunting to-do list after European tour
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden is facing a formidable to-do list now that he’s back from his summit-filled trip to Europe, with pressing legislative...
