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Powell and Yellen Testify On Economic Support and Growth
On Wednesday, the federal reserve chair and treasury secretary testified to the economic growth during the coronavirus pandemic, as well as the impact of future trends, such as climate change.
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Senate Holds Hearing on Federal Elections Overhaul Legislation
Senate Democrats took their first steps on Wednesday on a sweeping federal elections bill. The For the People Act would expand voting rights and blunt a wave Republican efforts to restrict voter access in states.
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Watch Live: Senate Panel Focuses on Voting Rights
The Senate Rules Committee is hearing testimony on a federal elections overhaul to expand voting rights.
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Watch Full Video: Powell and Yellen Testify Before Congress
Jerome H. Powell, the Federal Reserve chair, and Janet L. Yellen, the Treasury secretary, gave virtual testimony on the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act before the Senate Banking Committee.
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Final Juror Selected in Derek Chauvin Murder Trial
The final member of the jury was interviewed and seated Tuesday for the murder trial of former police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd. Opening statements are set to begin Monday.
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Powell and Yellen Testify on Economic Recovery
The Federal Reserve chair and Treasury secretary testified before the House Financial Services Committee Tuesday on the economic recovery and the impact of Covid-19 on the economy.
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Watch Live: Boulder Police Give Update on Shooting
Dozens of police officers in Boulder, Colo., responded to reports of a shooting on Monday at a grocery store, where witnesses reported seeing several people wounded in and around the building.
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Lava Flows From Iceland Volcano
A rare volcanic eruption occurred near Reykjavik, Iceland. No injuries were reported and the Icelandic Meteorological Office said the lava fountains were small by volcano standards.
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Watch Live: Biden Speaks at Emory University in Atlanta
President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris met with Asian-American community leaders in Atlanta on Friday.
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Deb Haaland Sworn In as Secretary of the Interior
On Thursday, Deb Haaland made history when she began her job as secretary of the Interior, becoming the first Native American to lead a cabinet-level agency.