Once a week, David Hawkings, editor-in-chief of The Fulcrum, walks us through the biggest stories out of Washington, D.C. Top of mind right now: An August recess for Congress means a budget deal needs to happen sooner rather than later.
Washington Roundup: What Is Sequestration?
Unless Congress can agree on a new budget before the deadline hits, funding for some government programs may be cut.
Washington Roundup: What Is Sequestration?
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Nikki Haley announces new job after quitting 2024 presidential race
Haley's new gig has some of the same focuses that she pushed during her presidential campaign, particularly in terms of foreign policy.
Idaho can enforce ban on gender-affirming care for trans youth
The Supreme Court's decision means Idaho physicians can face up to 10 years in prison if they provide gender-affirming care to people under age 18.
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Steve Schmidt's 2-Minute Warning: politics and religion
Scripps News political analyst Steve Schmidt weighs in on the role religion has in politics after a controversial moment in the Arizona Senate.
Storms threaten hail and tornadoes, starting in plains states
The National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center forecast hail, flash floods and possible tornadoes in Kansas and Nebraska.
Feel like you're not getting enough sleep? You're not alone, poll says
A Gallup poll found 57% of Americans think more sleep could improve their state of being, which is a stark difference from its previous data.
France has contingencies in case of security risks at Olympic ceremony
France expects to hold the games' opening ceremony in an unusual open-air setting on the River Seine, which may bring unique security problems.
