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Democratic Congressman Sues Trump Over Role In Capitol Riot
The lawsuit is part of an expected wave of litigation over the January 6 riot.
Democrats Use Horrifying Audio in Trump Impeachment Trial
Democrats at former President Donald Trump’s impeachment trial are playing audio recordings of police officers begging for more help against rioters storming the Capitol, the fear and panic apparent in many of their voices.
Louisiana Governor Edwards Keeps COVID Rules in Place, Gets Vaccine
Gov. Edwards has received his first dose of the coronavirus vaccine. Edwards also says he’s maintaining Louisiana’s current coronavirus restrictions and statewide mask mandate through March 3.
Cassidy Among 6 GOP Senators Voting to Proceed with Impeachment Trial
Cassidy joined Republican Sens. Susan Collins of Maine, Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, Ben Sasse of Nebraska, Pat Toomey of Pennsylvania and Mitt Romney of Utah in dismissing the Trump team’s claims.
Officials: Kobe Bryant Crash Pilot Got Disoriented in Clouds
U.S. safety officials are criticizing the helicopter pilot’s decisions during the Southern California flight that crashed last year and killed Kobe Bryant, his teenage daughter and six other passengers.
Dems Propose $1,400 Payments as Part of Biden Coronavirus Relief
Democrats on the House Ways and Means Committee are proposing an additional $1,400 in direct payments to individuals, bolstered unemployment benefits and more generous tax breaks for families with children and for lower earners.
Former Heavyweight Champion Leon Spinks Dies At 67
Spinks had been battling cancer.
Capitol Breach Invader Of Pelosi’s Office Pleads Not Guilty
Prosecutors say the 60-year-old man was carrying a stun gun when he entered the building.
Senate Approves Budget Bill As Harris Casts Tie-Breaker Vote
The vote happened early Friday morning.
Louisiana Expands Vaccine Eligibility to People 65 and Older
Louisiana is widening access to the coronavirus vaccine to also include anyone aged 65 to 69.
FBI: 2 Agents Killed, 3 Wounded While Serving Warrant
FBI officials say the suspect is also dead.