WASHINGTON — It began with a pair of firsts, one hopeful and one grim: The most diverse Congress in the nation’s history was sworn in two years ago during the longest government shutdown. And on Sunday, the 116th Congress will
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The Second Stimulus Package: Here’s What’s Included
WASHINGTON — Unveiling the second major stimulus bill of the pandemic, Congress on Monday approved a $900 billion package aimed at addressing the needs of millions of Americans who have been forced to weather the effects of the coronavirus for
Millionaire Preacher Skips Bail in South Africa, Fueling an International Row
JOHANNESBURG — Shepherd Bushiri, a multimillionaire pastor with a network of churches across Africa, has claimed he can walk on air and harness the power of God to cure people of H.I.V. This past week, Mr. Bushiri, 37, appeared to
With Government Reform Package, Democrats Eye an Era After Trump
WASHINGTON — House Democrats unveiled a far-reaching package of government reforms on Wednesday meant to protect federal watchdogs, bulk up congressional oversight powers and impose new penalties on presidential appointees who violate an ethics law by participating in political activities