Notable Public Statements:
Chris Christie spoke with students about the United States’ position in the world and the differences between generations past and present.
In a recent tweet, Donald Trump suggested replacing press briefings with written handouts to address the criticism of the accuracy of past remarks.
Senator Ben Sasse questioned former FBI Director James Comey regarding cybersecurity, Russia, and Wikileaks.
Senator Jeanne Shaheen delivered a keynote address on Russia and the current direction of its foreign policy goals.
Recent Legislation:
HR 1628: The House voted to pass a bill amending the Affordable Care Act. This included changes to Medicaid eligibility requirements, cost-sharing, and funding for various facilities and organizations among others.
HR 244: $1.2 trillion was appropriated to various governmental agencies, including the Department of Defense, Homeland Security, Education, and Labor through the end of the fiscal year ending on September 30, 2017.
Texas HB 39: Texas House members voted to pass a bill that prohibits the vaccination of children new to the foster care system among other healthcare provisions.
Illinois HB 2462: A bill was passed that prohibits employers from asking job candidates about their previous or current wages or salaries.
Alabama SB 200: Alabama House members voted to pass a bill that prevents an employer from inquiring about a job applicant's criminal history.
Tennessee HB 531: Tennessee House members voted to pass a bill that grants free community college education to eligible adults via the Tennessee Reconnect Grant.
Endorsements:
Our Revolution endorsed Tom Perriello in his gubernatorial race in Virginia.
Democracy for America endorsed Justin Fairfax for Lieutenant Governor of Virginia and Jon Ossoff for Congress in Georgia.
The Susan B. Anthony List endorsed Karen Handel in the congressional race for Georgia’s sixth district.
The National Rifle Association endorsed Karen Handel (GA) for Congress.
The New Jersey Fraternal Order of Police and New Jersey Education Association endorsed Philip Murphy (NJ) for Governor.
NARAL Pro-Choice Virginia endorsed Ralph Northam (VA) for Governor.
Sierra Club endorsed Jimmy Gomez (CA) and Jon Ossoff (GA) for Congress.
National Right to Life endorsed Karen Handel (GA) for Congress.
United Farm Workers endorsed Jimmy Gomez in the congressional race for California’s 34th district.
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