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The Biden administration on Monday withdrew its proposed plans to reverse a Trump-era policy that made it easier for employers to refuse to offer birth control coverage in company-sponsored health plans.. Why it matters: With Democrats' loss of the White House and Congress in the 2024 elections, Republicans are in a strong position to undermine President Biden's legacy — …
Harris ditches Biden's strategy with "freedom" focus - Axios
Aug 1, 2024 · The Democratic Party didn't just change their nominee, they have changed their message in the final hundred days before the election. Why it matters: President Biden wanted to make his campaign about "democracy" and Jan. 6, but Vice President Kamala Harris wants it to be about "freedom" and the "future." The change comes after many top Democrats worried …
OpenAI's next step: Consider going public via IPO - Axios
Oct 3, 2024 · OpenAI yesterday closed its historic investment round, raising $6.6 billion at a $157 billion valuation. Look ahead: The next step is for OpenAI to think about going public via an IPO. Catch up quick: The ChatGPT maker promised investors that it will convert into a for-profit entity — reflecting its transition from a research lab into a product-focused business — even …
Poll: 49% of Independents think Trump should drop out post
Jun 1, 2024 · One of the first polls conducted since a New York Jury found Donald Trump guilty of falsifying business records find that a significant minority of Republicans and Independents want him to drop out and a majority of registered voters approve of the jury's decision.
How late in pregnancy each state allows abortions - Axios
May 14, 2022 · The Supreme Court's ruling overturning Roe v.Wade gave states the power to individually regulate abortion — or even ban it completely — before viability, known as the point when a fetus can survive outside the womb.. The big picture: The legality of abortion later in pregnancy has changed dramatically post-Roe. Under Roe, states could regulate abortion …
Trump spreads false "assassination" claims as voters fear violence
May 22, 2024 · New swing-state polling has revealed a rare — and alarming — consensus: Roughly equal shares of Republicans, Democrats and independents believe violence could plague the 2024 election.. Why it matters: Former President Trump and his allies have already signaled they will not accept the results of the election if they believe it's "unfair," reviving the …
Scoop: Some top Dems won't commit to certifying a Trump win
Oct 11, 2024 · House Democrats railed against House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) for hedging on whether a GOP-controlled House would certify a Kamala Harris victory. But some of their senior members are playing a similar game. Why it matters: Those Democrats are trapped between their deep distrust of Donald Trump and their vigorous denunciations of any election …
Harris' popular vote total fell 7 million short of Biden's in 2020
Nov 21, 2024 · Vice President Harris' 2024 vote total has now surpassed President-elect Trump's total in 2020 for third-highest of all time.. Why it matters: The Trump-Harris popular vote margin is the narrowest since Bush vs. Gore in 2000, despite Trump's decisive electoral college victory. Reality check: Harris won 7 million fewer voters than President Biden's 81.3 million in 2020, …
Axios - Chicago
The holidays are always a stressful time for local media professionals as end-of-the-year layoffs sour the season. Driving the news: Two media companies announced layoffs, cutting several jobs for journalists, news writers and production staff.
Elon Musk talks about growing up with Asperger's - Axios
Apr 15, 2022 · There are relatively few known examples of successful entrepreneurs and business leaders with Asperger’s.