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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 2d
While peace-talks continue to stall between Russian and Ukraine - First Lady Melania Trump is tackling a humanitarian crisis in the region. As Molly Martinez reports, it’s all about reuniting kidnapped Ukrainian children with their families.
First Lady announces reunification efforts for abducted Ukrainian children
While peace-talks continue to stall between Russian and Ukraine - First Lady Melania Trump is tackling a humanitarian crisis in the region. As Molly Martinez reports, it’s all about reuniting kidnapped Ukrainian children with their families.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 3d
Day 9 of the shutdown, marked by back-to-back failed votes in the senate. This marks the 7th time these nearly identical solutions have flopped. Elsewhere in Washington, the blame game continues. Molly Martinez reports:
Blame game continues day 9 of government shutdown
While the infighting casts a dark cloud over the Capitol, there are glimmers of hope for a resolution.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 4d
Day 8 of the Government shutdown was marked by two failed votes in the Senate. While Democrats continue to hold out over healthcare credits, House Republicans have largely skipped town. Molly Martinez reports:
SHUTDOWN DAY 8: Healthcare, Epstein, and no solution in sight
Day 8 of the Government shutdown was marked by two failed votes in the Senate. While Democrats continue to hold out over healthcare credits, House Republicans have largely skipped town.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 5d
Former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty in his first court appearance.
Former FBI Director James Comey pleads not guilty in 1st court appearance
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 6d
Congress remains stuck at an impasse on day six of the government shutdown. Stetson Miller and tell us where things stand now.
No signs of negotiation on day 6 of shutdown
President Trump calls it the "Democrat layoffs" while Speaker Johnson says Democrats are playing games, as the federal government shutdown passes day six.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 6d
SCOTUS is taking on another case that deals with LGBTQ+ rights. Some say it protects the free speech of counselors, while others argue it opens the floodgates for once-banned conversion therapy. Molly Martinez reports:
SCOTUS tackles conversion therapy, free speech in Chiles v. Salazar
For the first case for the new session, Supreme Court Justices are taking on another case that deals with LGBTQ+ rights.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 12d
In the count down to America’s 250th birthday next July 4th, let’s take a look back at important moments in U.S. history
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 12d
President Donald Trump announces "TrumpRx.com ," a website to purchase Pfizer-manufactured drugs at lower prices.
Pres. Trump’s prescription for lower drug prices
President Donald Trump announces "trumprx.com," a website to purchase Pfizer-manufactured drugs at lower prices.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 16d
Following a nationwide audit on trucking licenses and a series of deadly crashes involving large trucks, the DOT is issuing an emergency interim final rule changing how states issue Commercial Driver’s Licenses to those from outside the U.S. Caitrin Assaf reports:
New DoT rule changes who’s eligible for a commercial driver’s license
Following a nationwide audit on trucking licenses and a series of deadly crashes involving large trucks, the Department of Transportation is issuing an emergency interim final rule changing how states issue Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL’s) to those from outside the U.S.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 17d
President Donald Trump welcomed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the White House Thursday.
President Trump meets with Turkish president
President Donald Trump welcomed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the White House Thursday.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 17d
Congress may be on recess, but that didn’t stop one House Democrat from drafting articles of impeachment. Caitrin Assaf has more on why she says Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. must go.
Michigan Congresswoman drafts articles of impeachment against RFK, Jr.
Early Thursday morning, Michigan Democrat Rep. Haley Stevens announced she would introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Stevens says it’s due to the “health care chaos” seen under his watch.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 18d
In the count down to America’s 250th birthday next July 4th, let’s take a look back at important moments in U.S. history
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 19d
In an hour-long speech to the United Nations General Assembly Tuesday, President Donald Trump didn’t hold back in leveling criticism at the United Nations and many of America’s traditional allies.
President Trump addresses U.N. in fiery speech
President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations Tuesday.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 19d
89 eastern Iowa veterans flew to Washington, D.C. on Tuesday for Eastern Iowa Honor Flight’s 56th mission. Stetson Millerr eports:
Iowa veterans honored during trip to Washington
89 eastern Iowa veterans flew to Washington, D.C. on Tuesday for Eastern Iowa Honor Flight’s 56th mission.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 20d
President Donald Trump will address the 80th annual United Nations General Assembly Tuesday morning.
President Trump to address United Nations
President Donald Trump to address the 80th annual United Nations General Assembly Tuesday morning.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 23d
President Trump described his Friday call with President Xi as “very good”. Among the issues on their agenda - trade, fentanyl, the need to bring the end the war in Ukraine, and approval of the TikTok deal.
Pres. Trump speaks with China’s President Xi
President Trump described his Friday call with President Xi as “very good”. Among the issues on their agenda - Trade, Fentanyl, the need to bring the end the war in Ukraine and approval of the TikTok Deal.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 23d
President Trump and other political leaders are heading to Arizona on Sunday for a memorial service to honor Charlie Kirk. Stetson Miller reports:
President Trump to Speak at Charlie Kirk Memorial Service
Charlie Kirk's funeral will take place at 11 am MST Sunday
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 24d
Following the Supreme Court’s announcement they’d hear arguments on two cases related to Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs, small business owners are flocking to Washington to have their voice be heard. Caitrin Assaf reports:
Sen. Cantwell, small business owners push back on tariffs
Following the Supreme Court’s announcement they’d hear arguments on two cases related to Trump’s sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs, small business owners are flocking to Washington to have their voice be heard.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 24d
Despite some disagreements, President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer celebrate the special relationship between the United States and United Kingdom.
Pres. Trump, PM Starmer talk global issues
Despite some disagreements, President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer celebrate the special relationship between the United States and United Kingdom.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 25d
Wednesday marks Constitution Day on Capitol Hill. It commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. constitution on this day in 1787. It’s also a call to action - for all citizens to engage in our civic process. Molly Martinez picks up the story from Capitol Hill.
A call to action: Washington observes Constitution Day
Wednesday marks Constitution Day on Capitol Hill. It commemorates the formation and signing of the U.S. constitution on this day in 1787. It’s also a call to action - for all citizens to engage in our civic process.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 25d
For the first time this year, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates – as policy makers reacted to a recent slowdown in hiring nationwide.
Federal Reserve lowers a key interest rate
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 26d
No evidence of foul play in case of black man found hanging from a tree on the campus of Delta State University.
Investigation into Black man found hanging from tree in Mississippi
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 26d
President Donald Trump is set to spend the next few days in the UK for an unprecedented stay at Windsor Castle. While there he will meet with UK PM Keir Starmer on trade and Ukraine.
President Trump flies to the United Kingdom
President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump fly to the United Kingdom for a visit with King Charles III and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 26d
United in prayer, divided elsewhere. South Carolina lawmakers used their time at the 15th annual bi-partisan prayer breakfast to try and bridge a widening gap. Molly Martinez reports:
South Carolina Prayer Breakfast: Calls for prayer, calls for unity
Senator Tim Scott kicked off the 15th annual SOUTH CAROLINA prayer breakfast today in Washington.
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Gray Media Washington Bureau @graydcbureau.bsky.social · 26d
It was Mangione’s first time back in court since February. He received some positive news to start the hearing, which Judge Gregory Carro announcing he was dropping the New York State terrorism charges brought by District Attorney Alvin Bragg. Peter Zampa reports:
Luigi Mangione back in New York court for first time in seven months
It was Mangione’s first time back in court since February. He received some positive news to start the hearing, which Judge Gregory Carro announcing he was dropping the New York State terrorism charges brought by District Attorney Alvin Bragg.
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