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U.S. Records 23,000 COVID-19 Deaths Less Than Ten Days Into New Year

The United States is spiraling toward a new low during the COVID-19 pandemic. Given the rise in travel over the holidays, COVID-19 cases are expected to rise incredibly fast. Eight…

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U.S. Capitol Police Officer Dies Following Riots

The United States Capitol Police Department has reported that an officer has died after sustaining injuries during the riots on Wednesday. Initial reports suggested that officer Brian D. Sicknick died…

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Top Security Officials Resign After Capitol Hill Riots

Three Capitol security officials have resigned following riots in the nation’s capital. The series of resignations began with Sergeant-at-Arms Michael Stenger. Senator Majority Leader Mitch McConnell stated that he would…

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Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Sen. Chuck Schumer And More Call For 25th Amendment To Be Invoked

With two weeks left in office, calls to remove President Donald Trump continue to grow louder. Following the Capitol Hill riots, members of Congress have demanded that the 25th Amendment…

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Education Secretary Betsy DeVos Resigns

The fallout from the Capitol Hill riots continues. United States Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has decided to resign. In her exit, she cited President Donald Trump’s handling of yesterday’s events…

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Morning Mile: Rioters Can Break-In If They Are Welcomed In

The Morning Mile is a daily column written by Culture Editor Ryan Shepard and published at 9 a.m. CT. The views of Ryan Shepard do not necessarily reflect those of…

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Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser Extends Emergency Declaration Through Biden-Harris Inauguration

Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser has decided to extend a district-wide emergency declaration through the inauguration of President-Elect Joe Biden. Bowser has decided to extend this declaration after rioters have…

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