The case stems from a dispute between North Carolina’s legislature and state supreme court, which ruled that a gerrymandered redistricting map drawn by legislators was incompatible with the state constitution.
State dinner featured a champion American cheese already loved by the French
The dinner showcased American culinary achievements including wines from Napa Valley, California, 200 Maine lobsters and award-winning cheese from Oregon and Wisconsin, including world champion Rogue River Blue.
Despite decline in death penalty, Supreme Court backs states carrying out executions
As of Dec. 1, more people have been executed in 2022 than in all of 2021. There have been 17 executions so far this year. In 2021 there were only 11, which was the lowest number since 1988.
This year’s White House holiday theme: “We the People”
The decorations were put up by over 150 volunteers from across the country and the White House expects 50,000 visitors this holiday season.
In this episode of the CNS “Takeover” podcast: abortion rights
The Supreme Court’s decision on abortion rights played a key role in the midterm elections, generating higher turnout among women voters in many states and handing Republicans some surprise defeats.
Senate moves ahead on bill to protect same-sex, interracial marriages
If passed, the measure would require the federal government to recognize same-sex and interracial marriages.
Justices considering extent of federal power to protect wetlands
The Supreme Court is currently deciding a case which may determine the future of wetlands around the Chesapeake Bay and across the country.
Democracy’s future worries some voters
Democrats and Republicans may share a general concern about the state of democracy, but they find different reasons to worry.
In a city of museums, Washington adds another one
The Rubell Museum is a unique addition to the art scene in the nation’s capital and features contemporary pieces from the personal collection of the Rubells, a multigenerational family of art enthusiasts.
Supreme Court considers future of affirmative action at colleges and universities
Harvard University and the University of North Carolina defended their use of race as a factor in determining college admissions, in separate cases heard by the justices.