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A Voting Rights Push, as States Make Voting Harder
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'We have no option': Biden calls for changing Senate rules to pass voting rights laws.

'We have no option': Biden calls for changing Senate rules to pass voting rights laws.

By Katie Rogers

In Georgia, President Biden, who had long been leery of whittling away at the filibuster, said such Senate traditions had been abused by Republicans.

A Voting Rights Push, as States Make Voting Harder

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A Voting Rights Push, as States Make Voting Harder

By Nick Corasaniti and Reid J. Epstein

President Biden says he won't keep "quiet" any longer about protecting ballot access. But voting rights groups say he should've raised his voice months ago.

Why Coronavirus Testing Is Falling Short in Many Schools Across the U.S.

Why Coronavirus Testing Is Falling Short in Many Schools Across the U.S.

By Shawn Hubler

As millions of American students head back to their desks, the virus testing that was supposed to help keep classrooms open safely is itself being tested.

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Today's Videos

Fauci Accuses Senator Paul of Attacking Him for 'Political Gain'

Video Video: Fauci Accuses Senator Paul of Attacking Him for 'Political Gain'

By The Associated Press

Dr. Anthony S. Fauci refuted claims by Senator Rand Paul, Republican of Kentucky, that he was undermining scientists with opposing views.

Biden Attacks Republicans for Using the Filibuster to Pull Apart the Senate

Video Video: Biden Attacks Republicans for Using the Filibuster to Pull Apart the Senate

By The Associated Press

President Biden said Republican lawmakers have abused the filibuster and voiced his support for changing Senate rules to pass new voting rights protections.

Four Injured in Medical Helicopter Crash Near Philadelphia

Video Video: Four Injured in Medical Helicopter Crash Near Philadelphia

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The helicopter was carrying four people, including an infant, to the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia when it crashed in a residential neighborhood. All of the passengers aboard avoided life-threatening injuries.

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