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History, civics scores of US students dipped amid pandemic

Test scores in history and civics have declined slightly for eighth grade students in the U.S., according to results that show an increasing number of children lack a basic understanding of either subject

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Woman testifies Donald Trump sexually assaulted her on a plane ‘with 40 zillion hands’

A woman testified in writer E. Jean Carroll’s civil case that Donald Trump molested her on a flight to New York in the 1970s. Trump has denied both women’s charges.

Chicago Sun-Times

North Carolina Republicans reach agreement on 12-week abortion ban

Republican lawmakers in North Carolina said on Tuesday they had reached agreement on a plan to limit most abortions to the first trimester of pregnancy, a sharp drop from the state's current limit of 20 weeks gestation.

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Federal Judge Hands Teachers Union A Win In Its Battle With Indiana Legislature

Reagan-appointed judge throws out state laws making it easier for teachers to quit unions or stop paying dues.

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Guilty verdicts in ComEd bribery trial are a bad omen for Mike Madigan, but a good sign for Illinois

After weeks of testimony in the federal trial of four Mike Madigan allies, the jury wasn’t willing to give a pass to the old, corrupt ways of doing business. The rest of us shouldn’t be either.

Chicago Sun-Times

Debt-ceiling countdown sparks scramble for Plan B

Top Biden officials are privately debating a controversial escape hatch.

Axios

North Carolina Republicans announce abortion bill agreement

North Carolina Republican legislative leaders say there’s agreement within their chambers on backing a measure that would prohibit abortion in nearly all cases after roughly the first trimester of pregnancy

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ComEd verdicts jolt Illinois political world — sparking strong reactions from Republicans (and a few Democrats)

“This guilty on all charges verdict has proven what Republicans have already known. We need real ethics reform,” Illinois House Republican Leader Tony McCombie said at a news conference in Springfield after the verdict.

Chicago Sun-Times

Woman recounts alleged Trump sex assault during civil rape trial

Jessica Leeds says she was sexually assaulted by Trump years before he allegedly raped writer E Jean Carroll.

Al Jazeera

Judge rejects trans Montana lawmaker Zooey Zephyr’s effort to regain seat after being barred from legislature

ACLU of Montana says it might appeal ruling

The Independent UK

Court hears appeal by prosecutor suspended by DeSantis

Federal judges on Tuesday heard arguments over whether Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wrongly suspended an elected state prosecutor last year because of comments he made opposing abortion prosecutions

The Independent UK

Brandon Johnson to be sworn in at Credit Union 1 Arena; City Hall open house to follow

The former UIC Pavilion was the scene of the Chicago mayor-elect’s March 30 campaign rally headlined by U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders. That event helped energize Johnson’s base and propel him to victory.

Chicago Sun-Times

Election denier Jim Marchant to run for Senate in Nevada

A Nevada Republican who led a movement of candidates who promoted Donald Trump's lies of a stolen 2020 election is set to announce he will run for the U.S. Senate next year against Democratic incumbent Jacky Rosen in the swing state

The Independent UK

Another woman threw a drink at US Rep. Matt Gaetz in Florida

Two women have now been accused of throwing drinks at U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz

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Trump accuser Jessica Leeds says it felt like ex-president had ‘40 zillion hands’ during assault

After her testimony, Jessica Leeds told The Independent outside court: ‘I’m exhausted, I’m above it all and I hope I never have to tell my story again’

The Independent UK

State asks Montana judge to reject Zooey Zephyr lawsuit

Attorneys for the state of Montana on Tuesday asked a judge to reject transgender Rep. Zooey Zephyr’s attempt to return to the House floor after she was silenced and then banished by her GOP colleagues

Chicago Sun-Times

Jury convicts all four defendants in ComEd bribery trial — and fires a warning shot at Michael Madigan

Michael Madigan confidant Michael McClain, former ComEd CEO Anne Pramaggiore, ex-ComEd lobbyist John Hooker and onetime City Club President Jay Doherty were all accused in the trial of a bribery conspiracy aimed at illegally swaying the powerful Democrat to benefit ComEd.

The Independent UK

Cities say shelters full, budgets hit by immigration uptick

U.S. cities already struggling to shelter thousands of migrants are calling for federal help and an end to some Republican governors’ political gamesmanship over immigration

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US states opposing student loan forgiveness made false claims, files reveal

Republican states fighting Joe Biden’s plan falsely said they’d be financially impacted by the scheme, debt forgiveness group claims

The Independent UK

DeSantis immigration bill approved by Florida GOP lawmakers

The Florida Legislature has approved a sweeping immigration bill pushed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, bolstering the Republican’s controversial migrant-relocation program as he prepares to announce a presidential run

The Independent UK

GOP's Youngkin says no to presidential campaign — for now

Asked anew whether he’s going to be campaigning for president this year, Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin said no. But exactly what was he saying no to on Monday

Salon

Experts: Trump lawyer botched cross-exam

“Carroll was a remarkable witness,” former prosecutor says, adding that Joe Tacopina may have "lost" the jury

The Independent UK

Oregon secretary of state resigns due to marijuana job

Oregon Secretary of State Shemia Fagan has announced her resignation amid sharp criticism from both Republicans and Democrats for having moonlighted as a highly-paid consultant to a marijuana business

The Independent UK

Ron DeSantis signs bill to give child rapists death penalty in Florida

Florida governor seeks to boost ‘tough on crime’ image with legislation set to spark legal fight

The Independent UK

Debt deadline: White House meeting set, but no solution yet

Facing the risk of a government default as soon as June 1, President Joe Biden has invited the top four congressional leaders to a White House meeting for talks next week

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