Congress

A recent political exchange between U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett and Texas Governor Greg Abbott has drawn widespread attention. During a heated debate in Congress, Crockett referred to Abbott as “Hot Wheels,” a nickname referencing his use of a wheelchair. The remark has sparked controversy, with supporters and critics weighing in on the implications of such rhetoric in American politics. What Led to the Exchange? The confrontation between Crockett and Abbott stems from ongoing political tensions between Texas Democrats and Republicans. Key issues fueling the debate include: Texas Border Policies: Governor Abbott has implemented strict immigration policies, which Democrats, including Crockett, have criticized as inhumane. State vs. Federal Authority: Abbott has repeate...

(WNY News Now) Senator Kirsten Gillibrand proposes legislation to contribute $100 million in federal funds to strengthen the workforce and expand facilities in order to address the growing lack of affordable child care. Washington, D.C. To present her bipartisan legislation to address the national lack of affordable child care, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand hosted a virtual press conference. Compared to all but four states, nearly two-thirds of New Yorkers reside in areas with inadequate access to child care. Under Gillibrand's measure, states would get $100 million in federal cash over five years to construct or expand child care centers and assist in developing a skilled workforce. Working parents must have access to high-quality, reasonably priced child care, but millions of New Yorke...