Justices weigh Harvard case on race in college admissions
The Supreme Court considers whether to hear the Harvard race in admissions challenge led by Students for Fair Admissions. The case tests if race can be used in college admissions and could reshape affirmative action nationwide. Harvard argues its race considerations are limited and lawful under precedents. supporters warn limits could shrink diversity.
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Senators eye 579 billion in bipartisan infrastructure plan
A group of 10 senators from both parties seek a nearly 1 trillion package to modernize infrastructure and energy tech. They caution changes remain possible and debate how to pay, with figures around 579 billion in new spending and total cost near 974 billion to 1.2 trillion over five to eight years. The White House notes ongoing questions on policy and pay-fors as talks continue.
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Democrats seek balance on Medicare drug price power
Democrats push to empower Medicare to negotiate drug prices amid a split on how harsh the leverage should be and how to curb costs without stifling innovation. Pelosi backs reference pricing and caps on costs with penalties for non cooperation, Wyden favors a more incremental path.
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