Maine might put limits on size of all-terrain vehicles
The bill comes as some in the state have voiced concerns that the large ATVs contribute to erosion on the state’s expansive trail network.
NATIONAL POLITICS
COVID shows polarized politics can kill, delaying pandemic exit
Thirteen months and two presidents into a once-in-a-century public-health crisis, toxic politics still bedevil effective policies against COVID-19 — an indication of the challenges the U.S. will face in any future pandemic.
Biden praying for ‘right verdict’ in Derek Chauvin trial
“I’m praying the verdict is the right verdict. It’s overwhelming, in my view. I wouldn’t say that unless the jury was sequestered now.”
George Bush criticizes GOP isolationism, anti-immigration rhetoric
George W. Bush says the Republican Party he served as president has become “isolationist, protectionist and, to a certain extent, nativist” and says he’s especially concerned about anti-immigration rhetoric.
Walter Mondale’s liberal legacy still stands after his bruising 1984 election loss
He introduced a key piece of civil rights legislation and reshaped the office of vice president.
Republicans target ballot drop boxes ahead of midterm elections
In one Georgia county, there will now be one ballot drop box for every 100,000 registered voters.
Walter Mondale, Jimmy Carter’s vice president, dies at 93
Mondale followed the trail blazed by his political mentor, Hubert H. Humphrey, from Minnesota politics to the U.S. Senate and the vice presidency, serving under Carter from 1977 to 1981.
Supreme Court likely to bar some ‘green card’ applicants
The Supreme Court appeared ready Monday to prevent thousands of people living in the U.S. for humanitarian reasons from applying to become permanent residents.
New York AG authorized to probe Cuomo’s use of aides on book
Recent media reports have raised concerns about staff members who helped Cuomo, a Democrat, with his book, “American Crisis: Leadership Lessons from the COVID-19 Pandemic,” released last fall.
What’s different about the latest push for a consumer-owned utility in Maine
Supporters said they will take it the proposal to a referendum if the Legislature does not create a consumer-owned utility.
Some Jan. 6 defendants try to use journalism as riot defense
At least eight defendants charged in the Jan. 6 riot have identified themselves as a journalist or a documentary filmmaker, including three people arrested this month.
GOP White House hopefuls move forward as Trump considers run
They’re raising money, making hires and working to bolster their name recognition. The moves reflect both the fervor in the party to reclaim the White House and the reality that mounting a modern presidential campaign is a yearslong endeavor.
Matt Gaetz’s scandal puts a new spotlight on Florida’s male-dominated capital culture
The Gaetz scandal put Tallahassee in the national spotlight for a long-rumored sex game, where state lawmakers scored points for sleeping with aides, interns, lobbyists and other lawmakers.
Andrew Cuomo retreats from open news briefings that made him a star
After months of easy access, the governor’s sudden refusal to allow reporters to freely question him has rankled media outlets.
Police show support for bill to expand their overseer’s discipline authority
“Nothing undermines the public trust that we must have in our law enforcement officers more than a bad cop,” Rep. David McCrea, D-Fort Fairfield, said.
State Dept. watchdog says Pompeo, wife violated ethics rules
Because Pompeo is no longer a federal employee and not subject to federal disciplinary or other measures, it did not call for any action.
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