Trump himself faced similar criticism before announcing his own candidacy in November, accused of violating federal campaign laws by raising and spending money for a run ahead of a formal 2024 campaign launch.
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Long-used abortion pill in U.S. under threat in Texas lawsuit
A federal judge is being asked to revoke or suspend the FDA’s drug’s approval of the drug 23 years ago, an unprecedented challenge to the federal agency’s role.
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Biden says he’s focused ‘intensely’ on lowering drug costs
The president – gearing up for an expected reelection announcement – aims to make the effort central to his policy and political agenda.
Posted inMaine, Politics
As daylight saving time returns, some Maine lawmakers hope to stop changing the clocks
Three bills pending in the Legislature consider the future of daylight saving time in the state.
Posted inBusiness, Nation & World, Politics
In rift with Biden, Manchin vows to block oil, gas nominee
Alaska’s two GOP senators criticized what they consider Laura Daniel-Davis’ lukewarm support for drilling on public lands.
Posted inMaine, News, Politics
Lawmakers hit the brakes on requiring snow and ice removal from cars and trucks
The bill would no longer require Mainers to clear the snow and ice from their vehicles, instead only imposing a fine if their uncleared cars lead to a crash or injury.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Sen. Collins asks Biden administration to slow the flow of asylum seekers to Maine
Collins is calling on the Department of Homeland Security to stop sending asylum seekers to Maine without first verifying a community’s capacity to help.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Members of Maine’s delegation react to Biden budget proposal
Republican Sen. Susan Collins, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, says it’s time ‘to make our country safer, more competitive,’ while independent Sen. Angus King says he will be evaluating the defense budget and Democratic Rep. Chellie Pingree applauds the president’s focus on battling the ‘climate crisis.’
Posted inKennebec Journal, Local Elections, Local Government, Maine
Vienna votes for broadband authority, adds to proposed budget
At its Town Meeting, residents unanimously approved setting up guidelines and oversight of the town-owned high-speed broadband network that could deliver reliable internet service to every home in Vienna.
Posted inMaine, Politics
Maine Senate strongly endorses Ukraine resolution that divided House members
The 27-4 vote came two days after the same resolution sparked a testy debate in the House, where 53 of 67 Republicans and one Democrat voted in opposition.