States sue over bathroom directive in landmark suit
Ten states including Texas file a federal suit against the Obama administration over a directive that public schools must allow transgender students to use restrooms and locker rooms aligning with their gender identity. Texas argues the move exceeds constitutional authority while opponents call it an attack on transgender rights.
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Poll shows divided U S on transgender restroom use
A Marist poll for WGBH finds 44 percent support restrooms matching birth sex while 43 percent back choice by gender identity. Majorities favor separate gendered restrooms and equal protection under law for transgender individuals, with regional variations.
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Obamacare boosts access and satisfaction for many Americans
A Commonwealth Fund survey finds more than 60 percent of working age adults enrolled via Medicaid or ACA marketplaces now receive care they previously lacked. Overall satisfaction with private or government coverage stands at 82 percent, with Medicaid enrollees more satisfied (88 percent) than marketplace plans.
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Fed reports strain on households from emergency costs and savings
The Federal Reserve reports 46 percent of U S households would struggle with a 400 emergency cost and 22 percent of workers held two or more jobs last year. About one in three have no retirement savings. Overall 69 percent feel financially comfortable or OK, up from previous years.
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Trump fires national political director amid fundraising row
The campaign says Rick Wiley is fired after six weeks on the job over a fundraising agreement with the RNC that excluded Nevada. The move shows tensions between Trump's original team and new advisers led by Paul Manafort who urged moderation on policies.
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Father surrenders after fatal shooting of infant in Missouri
In Missouri a felon accused of drawing a gun during a domestic dispute fatally shot his 8 month old son Reign. Diana Crockett fled with three other children before turning herself in to police and remaining in custody. The infant died at a hospital after the shooting near an exit in the St. Louis area.
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