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20h ago

Happy Holidays, 12.24.21

It's likely to be pretty quiet here at MaddowBlog today, so readers should expect a light-to-nonexistent posting schedule.
Image: Rockefeller Center Christmas tree
Image: Rockefeller Center Christmas tree
1d ago

Thursday's Mini-Report, 12.23.21

Today's edition of quick hits.
2d ago

In bid for Jan. 6 secrecy, Trump asks Supreme Court for help

Two weeks ago, Donald Trump said he has "nothing to hide" about Jan. 6. Today, he asked the Supreme Court to help him hide Jan. 6 materials.
President Donald Trump arrives to speak to supporters from The Ellipse near the White House on Jan. 6, 2021.
President Donald Trump arrives to speak to supporters from The Ellipse near the White House on Jan. 6, 2021.
2d ago

Herschel Walker stumbles badly on John Lewis, voting rights

Senate hopeful Herschel Walker was asked about the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. It really didn't go well.
Herschel Walker speaks during the pregame show ahead of the SEC Championship Game between the UGA Bulldogs and the LSU Tigers on Dec. 7, 2019 in Atlanta.
Herschel Walker speaks during the pregame show ahead of the SEC Championship Game between the UGA Bulldogs and the LSU Tigers on Dec. 7, 2019 in Atlanta.
2d ago

2021 was awful for voter suppression, but 2022 may not be better

Nineteen states approved new restrictions on voting in 2021. Unless Senate Democrats intervene, things are likely to get worse in 2022.
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2d ago

AOC, Boebert and the illustrative tale of two online videos

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Lauren Boebert separately released new online videos this week. The differences spoke volumes about the major parties.
Image: Democratic Congresswoman from New York Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer listens during a press conference in the Corona neighborhood of Queens.
Image: Democratic Congresswoman from New York Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez speaks as Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer listens during a press conference in the Corona neighborhood of Queens.
2d ago

It finally happened: Trump praises something Biden said

Joe Biden gave his predecessor partial credit for vaccine development. Donald Trump was "very appreciative" — and "surprised."
Image: Donald Trump And Joe Biden Participate In Final Debate Before Presidential Election
Image: Donald Trump And Joe Biden Participate In Final Debate Before Presidential Election
2d ago

One House Republican finally expresses regret over Jan. 6 vote

It's a good thing Rep. Tom Rice regrets his vote against certifying President Biden's victory. It'd be a better thing if he weren't alone.
Image: Rep. Tom Rice
Image: Rep. Tom Rice
2d ago

Jim Jordan's 'nothing to hide' declaration to be put to the test

Rep. Jim Jordan said in July, in reference to the Jan. 6 investigation, "If they call me, I got nothing to hide." We're about to learn whether he meant it.
Image: House Judiciary Committee Holds Second Hearing In Trump Impeachment Inquiry
Image: House Judiciary Committee Holds Second Hearing In Trump Impeachment Inquiry
2d ago

Wednesday's Mini-Report, 12.22.21

Today's edition of quick hits.
3d ago

Biden takes a victory lap as ACA enrollments reach record highs

The Affordable Care Act's record-breaking enrollment total is fresh evidence that the ACA is quietly having an excellent year.
President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of the White House on Jan. 28, 2021.
President Joe Biden in the Oval Office of the White House on Jan. 28, 2021.

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