WASHINGTON — Objections to Pennsylvania’s electoral votes failed in Congress on Thursday as tempers flared during an early morning debate. Republican Rep. Scott Perry of Pennsylvania and Republican Sen. Josh Hawley of Missouri objected to the counting of Pennsylvania’s electoral votes, triggering up to two...
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Chicago schools push forward with reopening plan despite teachers union, city council objections
As Chicago Public Schools expected to welcome the first phase of educators back Monday morning for the first time since the coronavirus pandemic began, many Chicago Teachers Union members vowed not to reenter their buildings, citing safety concerns and equity differences for Black and Brown...
Congress set to certify Electoral College results despite GOP objections; here’s why
The House and Senate will meet for a joint session Wednesday to certify the Electoral College results, the last step in finalizing the presidential win for Joe Biden – but some GOP lawmakers are saying not so fast. The Trump 2020 Campaign has led dozens of...
Democrats who praised 2004 objections to Electoral College certification now slam Hawley
Sen. Josh Hawley sparked outrage Wednesday with his decision to object to the certification of certain states’ Electoral College votes during Congress‘ joint session on Jan. 6 — joining several House members who have also said they will object to force a vote in each the House...
Republican senator to raise objections as Congress meets to affirm Joe Biden win
A Republican senator said he will raise objections next week when the US Congress meets to affirm President-elect Joe Biden’s victory in the election, forcing House and Senate votes that are likely to delay, but in no way alter, the final certification of Mr Biden’s...