World & Nation

Republicans take a victory lap as House gathers to end shutdown
Most Democratic lawmakers in the House are expected to oppose the continuing resolution, which does not include an extension of Affordable Care Act tax credits. — Nov 11
Senate approves shutdown deal as Democrats balk at lack of healthcare relief
The Senate on Monday night approved a spending package that would reopen the government but would not address healthcare costs. Now it goes to the House. — Nov 10
Schumer is pressured to step aside as Senate Democratic leader after shutdown vote
National progressive organizations urged Chuck Schumer to step down, and have encouraged New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to run for his Senate seat in 2029. — Nov 10
Hollywood piano teacher who fled country before sex abuse verdict arrested in Australia
John Kaleel was arrested by Australian Federal Police on Oct. 31, a few weeks after he fled the U.S. as a Los Angeles jury decided his fate in a child sex abuse case. — Nov 10
Chabria: Democrats crumble like cookies. Is this really the best they can do?
Democrats broke ranks to reopen the government without securing a deal to protect health insurance subsidies for low and middle income Americans. — Nov 10

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