Eight Democratic senators and representatives from Maine, including House Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross, participated in the meeting with the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention.
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Posted inNation & World, Politics
Hunter Biden defies Republican subpoena, risking contempt of Congress charge
In a rare public statement, the Democratic president’s son slammed a Republican subpoena requesting closed-door testimony, saying it could be manipulated.
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Posted inMaine, Morning Sentinel, News
One person suffers minor burns in Skowhegan garage fire
The cause of the fire has yet to be determined and there was no major damage, Skowhegan’s fire chief said.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine considering California-style incentives to encourage electric vehicle sales
While not as aggressive as California’s standard, Maine’s proposal would eventually require 82% of new vehicles sold to produce zero emissions.
Posted inNation & World
Supreme Court to hear case that could undo Capitol riot charge for hundreds – and Trump
The court’s decision to weigh in on the obstruction charge could threaten the start of Trump’s trial, currently scheduled for March 4.
Posted inNation & World
Supreme Court will rule on limits on commonly used abortion medication
The justices will hear appeals to a ruling that would cut off access to mifepristone through the mail and impose other restrictions.
Posted inBusiness
Tesla recalls nearly all vehicles sold in U.S. to fix Autopilot monitoring system
The recall covers models Y, S, 3 and X produced between Oct. 5, 2012, and Dec. 7 of this year.
Posted inNation & World, Politics
House Republicans unite to approve impeachment inquiry into President Biden
Donald Trump has pushed his Republican allies in Congress to move swiftly on impeaching Biden, part of his broader calls for vengeance and retribution against his political enemies, even though they have no evidence of wrongdoing.
Posted inLife & Culture, On Music Lucky Clark
Low Lily to return to Portland to celebrate winter solstice Dec. 21
Trio releases newest album, ‘Angels in the Wreckage.’
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Opinion: Maine’s congressional delegation must call for ceasefire in Gaza
How many civilians must die before this happens? Would they accept 20,000? 30,000?