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politics29 days ago

Klobuchar’s Minnesota bid sparks talk of a Democratic Senate leadership shakeup

Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s formal bid to run Minnesota governor triggers discussion of a potential Democratic Senate leadership shakeup, with her seen as a possible successor to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer amid Durbin’s retirement from the No. 2 spot; the live updates also cover Clinton contempt votes, the Republican Study Committee’s push for a second party-line megabill, and ongoing DHS funding talks that could avert or trigger a partial government shutdown.

via Politico|
#durbin#klobuchar#minnesota
politics1 month ago

Marshall shelves swipe-fee amendment in crypto bill markup

Sen. Roger Marshall agreed not to call up his amendment to crack down on credit card swipe fees during the Senate Agriculture Committee’s crypto bill markup, avoiding a clash with retailers that could jeopardize the crypto legislation. The measure, backed by Durbin and Welch, may not be brought up, and White House officials have warned that pursuing it could complicate passage of the crypto bill.

via Politico|
#credit-card-competition-act#crypto#durbin
Pope Leo and USCCB Engage in Debates on Morality and Pro-Life Issues
religion5 months ago

Pope Leo and USCCB Engage in Debates on Morality and Pro-Life Issues

Senator Dick Durbin declined a lifetime achievement award from the Chicago Archdiocese amid controversy over his pro-choice stance, with some bishops opposing the honor due to his support for abortion rights. Cardinal Cupich initially defended the award, citing dialogue with politicians, but ultimately withdrew it following internal and Vatican pressure, highlighting ongoing tensions within the Catholic community over political and moral issues.

via The Pillar|
#award-controversy#catholic-church#durbin