Barr refutes Trump on special counsels and election fraud
Attorney General William Barr used his final public appearance to reject appointing a special counsel over the 2020 election claims or Hunter Biden's tax inquiry while reaffirming a federal assessment that Russia, not China, hacked U S agencies. He also noted no evidence of widespread voting fraud and discussed expectations for his successor Jeffrey Rosen.
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Congress rushes to pass 900B COVID relief bill
Congress moves toward a $900 billion pandemic relief package delivering direct $600 payments to individuals and $300 weekly jobless benefits, plus funds for schools health care and renters. The 5,593 page measure ties to a broader funding bill, aiming to curb virus surge and help the economy.
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Virus weary Americans feel less festive this holiday season
The AP NORC survey finds only 22 percent feel very or extremely festive, a drop from 49 percent a year ago, with many Americans reporting sadness and loneliness amid the pandemic. Younger adults are more affected, and half are ready to vaccinate only partially.
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