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nicole farato Here we are trying the perfect coffee. From bills that could restrict voting rights to viral moments from Attorney General Pam Bondi’s Capitol hearing, we’ve got the news for you Thursday. and the dramatic finale of ice dancing in Milan-Cortina.
What the SAVE Act means for voting
The Republican-led House of Representatives on Wednesday passed a bill backed by President Donald Trump that would require proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections.
The bill, known as the SAVE America Act, would require voters to present a government-issued photo ID to vote. Independent experts and voting rights groups say this factor could prevent millions of Americans from voting due to gaps in access to ID.
Another factor for Americans is that millions of women whose married names don’t match the last names on their birth certificates or passports could face additional hurdles to registering to vote or voting, according to the Brennan Center.
The bill faces an uncertain future in the Republican-controlled Senate. President Trump has indicated he intends to sign the bill if it is fully passed.
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ice dance duo silver sparkle
The result, which shocked the figure skating world, left Madison Chock and Evan Bates, one of the most decorated duos, upset Wednesday. The controversial French team of Laurence Fournier Baudry and Guillaume Cizeron was crowned Olympic champions, while the Americans took silver.
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“It took a village to free a sea cow.”
A more than 400-pound juvenile male manatee, nicknamed “Melby” by some local officials, is recovering at SeaWorld Orlando after being trapped in a storm drain and rescued by multiple agencies. The quick response of local, state, and federal agencies saved Melby’s life.
before you go
- Did Bad Bunny inspire you to book a trip to Puerto Rico?
- New York Fashion Week is back!
- Jacob Elordi wants you to “take your breath away” in this sexy scene.
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