Congress approves $2.1 billion Capitol security bill
The Senate and House backed a $2.1 billion emergency measure to bolster Capitol security, pay officers and National Guard costs, fund new cameras and riot gear, and ease visa rules for Afghan partners. The bill, sending to President Biden, aims to prevent future threats amid a rushing Afghan exit.
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Biden imposes rules on federal workers over vaccines
President Biden announced sweeping pandemic requirements for millions of federal workers aiming to boost vaccination rates. Workers must attest to vaccination or face masking, weekly testing, and distancing, with steps considered for military and federal contractors. He urged states to offer $100 incentives and praised Republicans pushing vaccines, while noting about 60 percent of adults are fully vaccinated and a July 4 target remains unmet.
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Republicans push back on CDC mask guidance in Salt Lake City
In Salt Lake City a top GOP rising star mocked new CDC recommendations urging broader mask use amid a Delta surge. Republican leaders from Texas to South Dakota condemn masking guidance, as more states ban vaccine mandates and mask rules, risking further outbreaks despite CDC data on transmission from vaccinated individuals.
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Biden admin ends nationwide eviction ban as court limits extend
The White House said the federal eviction moratorium will expire Saturday, with no broad extension despite Biden urging Congress to act. First Lady Jill Biden will undergo a foot procedure at Walter Reed after stepping on an object during a Hawaii event. Also, a U S government report notes Taliban insider attacks kill at least 81 Afghan troops amid U S withdrawal. Alaska endures magnitude 8.2 quake southwest of Anchorage with minimal damage expected.
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