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politics1 year ago

"White House Pushes to Overturn GOP Ban on Pride Flags at U.S. Embassies"

The White House plans to repeal a provision in the recent government spending bill that restricts the flying of Pride flags at U.S. embassies, a move initiated by GOP lawmakers. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre stated that President Biden believes it was inappropriate to include this policy targeting LGBTQI+ Americans and is committed to fighting for LGBTQI+ equality at home and abroad. This provision is the latest development in a longstanding dispute between Democrats and Republicans over the display of the Pride flag at U.S. embassies, with the Biden administration aiming to overturn it.

via The Washington Post|
#government-spending-bill#lgbtq-rights#politics
politics1 year ago

"House Freedom Caucus Strikes Blow Against Speaker Johnson Over Spending Bill"

The House Freedom Caucus, a group of ultraconservative lawmakers, suffered a decisive defeat when the House passed a $1.2 trillion spending package, revealing the limits of their political brinksmanship. Their attempts to pressure leadership to cave to their demands failed, and their influence is waning as House Speaker Mike Johnson becomes more decisive and willing to ignore their noise. Despite some occasional successes, the caucus's refusal to compromise has led to more bipartisanship, and their power is shrinking, much to the satisfaction of Democrats.

via USA TODAY|
#government-spending-bill#house-freedom-caucus#house-speaker-mike-johnson
politics1 year ago

"Government Spending Bill Includes Disbanding of US House Office of Diversity and Inclusion"

The US House Office of Diversity and Inclusion will be dissolved and replaced by the Office of Talent Management as part of the government spending bill, with the change effective Monday. The move comes amid increasing attacks on DEI programs and initiatives, and the office was originally formed in 2020 to create a congressional workforce reflecting the nation's diversity. Some team members will transition to the new office, and the director plans to step down later this year.

via CNN|
#dei-programs#diversity-and-inclusion#government-spending-bill