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Maine's NASCAR Driver and Former Marine Contend for Congressional Seat
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Maine's NASCAR Driver and Former Marine Contend for Congressional Seat

Associated Press  

Maine Democratic Rep. Jared Golden is facing a tough reelection battle against Republican NASCAR driver Austin Theriault in the state's 2nd Congressional District. Golden, a former Marine, has held his seat despite Trump's dominance in the district, but Theriault aims to unseat him by highlighting Golden's perceived liberalism and willingness to work with Trump. The race is one of a …

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Moment Democrat lawmaker called for more migrants to be bused into her state 'because there aren't enough locals to fill jobs'
6 months, 1 week ago

Moment Democrat lawmaker called for more migrants to be bused into her state 'because there aren't enough locals to fill jobs'

Daily Mail  

Democrat lawmaker Chellie Pingree called for less border security and advocated for more migrants to be bused to her state, claiming there aren't 'enough locals to fill jobs.' She expressed support for a Democrat-proposed amendment that would redirect $600 million from border fencing construction to a FEMA-administered municipal emergency shelter program, the Shelter and Services Program. Democrat lawmaker Chellie Pingree …

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“It’s actually the f**king weapons”: GOP speaker called out for blaming shootings on “human heart”
1 year, 1 month ago

“It’s actually the f**king weapons”: GOP speaker called out for blaming shootings on “human heart”

Salon  

New House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., drew backlash on Thursday after arguing that guns are not the problem in response to another mass shooting. And that’s why our party stands so strongly for that.” House Democrats fired back at Johnson for blaming the “human heart” for mass shootings. “People say, ‘How can a young person go into their schoolhouse and …

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Golden, Poliquin battle it out for swing House seat in Maine
2 years, 1 month ago

Golden, Poliquin battle it out for swing House seat in Maine

Associated Press  

LEWISTON, Maine — Two-term incumbent Rep. Jared Golden sought to beat back a challenge in Maine from a former congressman in one of the most closely watched U.S. House races. “I’ve been open about that and communicated it.” Poliquin attempted to portray Golden as too liberal for the district, and focused his campaign on issues including immigration reform and curtailing …

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The ambulance chased one patient into collections
2 years, 4 months ago

The ambulance chased one patient into collections

NPR  

The ambulance chased one patient into collections Enlarge this image toggle caption Bram Sable-Smith/KHN Bram Sable-Smith/KHN In retrospect, Peggy Dula said, she shouldn't have taken the ambulance. Peggy was billed $3,606 — $3,186 for life support and $30 per mile — by Pingree Grove and Countryside Fire Protection District. The Pingree Grove and Countryside Fire Protection District's chief, Kieran Stout, …

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Former GOP rep must hold off conservative challenge in Maine
2 years, 6 months ago

Former GOP rep must hold off conservative challenge in Maine

Associated Press  

LEWISTON, Maine — A former Republican congressman is bidding to return to his old seat in Maine, but he must first hold off a challenge from a fellow party member. Bruce Poliquin represented Maine’s 2nd Congressional District from 2015 to 2019 until losing to the current seat holder, Democratic Rep. Jared Golden. “The general is one of the top races …

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Collins mum on Supreme Court nomination in wake of RBG death
4 years, 3 months ago

Collins mum on Supreme Court nomination in wake of RBG death

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Maine — Republican Sen. Susan Collins of Maine on Friday called the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg “one of the most prominent legal luminaries of our time.” But she didn’t address whether the nomination of her successor should happen now, or after the election. Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell vowed to call for a vote on Trump’s …

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Trump's new visa freeze order: reactions
4 years, 6 months ago

Trump's new visa freeze order: reactions

The Hindu  

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation to suspend issuing of H-1B visas, which is popular among Indian IT professionals, along with other foreign work visas for the rest of the year. This proclamation will make emerging from this crisis more difficult and expensive: AILA President "The ban on issuing H-1B, H-2B, J-1 and L-1 visas will harm employers, …

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Deeply disappointed by misguided order: US Congressmen urge Trump to revoke temporary suspension of H-1B visas
4 years, 6 months ago

Deeply disappointed by misguided order: US Congressmen urge Trump to revoke temporary suspension of H-1B visas

India Today  

Top American lawmakers have urged President Donald Trump to revoke the temporary suspension of H-1B and other non-immigrant visas. I urge him to reverse this decision to help ensure our health care system and broader economy are ready to combat the next phase of pandemic and to create the jobs we need for our economic recovery,” Indian American Congressman Raja …

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