WASHINGTON — Protesters clashed outside of the Supreme Court Thursday following oral arguments over whether former President Donald Trump has immunity from prosecution. Atop a portable grand piano, traveling classical pianist Matthew Atwood wore a traditional colonial-era outfit, complete with…
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Supreme Court seems skeptical of Trump’s ‘absolute immunity’ claim
WASHINGTON – The Supreme Court Thursday seemed skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claims of absolute presidential immunity from prosecution. Trump’s alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election is at the center of the case, including his actions leading to…
Maryland team on NASA project to study oceans, atmosphere
WASHINGTON – To better understand the ocean surface, NASA scientists went to the stars. The Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem (PACE) satellite launched into orbit on Feb. 8 on a quest to better understand the microscopic content of Earth’s atmosphere…
Justices consider case involving visa denied to husband of U.S. citizen
Supreme Court justices seemed conflicted during oral arguments over whether a U.S. citizen can challenge the denial of a visa for a noncitizen spouse because the government expected that spouse to engage in unlawful activity.
Can cities punish homelessness? Supreme Court justices seem divided
In what advocates call the most important case on homelessness in 40 years, the Supreme Court must decide whether cities can punish the unhoused for sleeping in public when they have nowhere else to go.
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Maryland Starbucks unionizes days before a Supreme Court case on labor rights
Workers at the Starbucks cafe voted to unionize, just days ahead of a Supreme Court case involving the company’s challenge of a federal labor injunction.
Lawmakers tangle over Biden pause on new LNG terminals
WASHINGTON – House Republicans criticized the Biden administration Thursday for its temporary pause in liquified natural gas (LNG) export applications, citing negative impacts on the economy and international relationships. “This administration’s pause has caused a great alarm and uncertainty, particularly…
To prod congressional action, bill would cut lawmakers’ pay after mass shootings
Members of Congress would have their pay reduced each time there is a mass shooting until lawmakers take action on gun safety reforms.
Whistleblowers warn Congress of alleged safety lapses at Boeing
Boeing Co. quality engineer Sam Salehpour raised concerns about manufacturing shortcuts taken by the company, warning a Senate panel that the flying public could be at risk.
Supreme Court appears divided over using obstruction statute against Jan. 6 defendants
The Supreme Court justices seemed divided while hearing oral arguments over whether a federal obstruction law applies to more than 350 people involved in the Jan. 6 attack on the United States Capitol.