Posts Tagged Bobby Scott
The Future of Congressman Scott’s Effort to Raise the Minimum Wage is Unclear
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 16, 2019
Congressman Bobby Scott
The House of Representatives is set to vote this week on raising the minimum wage. And, Virginia Congressman Bobby Scott is leading the charge. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Lawmakers Take Sides on Recent Religious Freedom Ruling
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on June 25, 2019
A recent Supreme Court decision upended how courts view religious freedom, making it possible for corporations to deny certain health services to female employees based on a religious exemption. Now, two Virginia Congressman are now heavily involved in the debate. Michael Pope reports.
Virginia Democrats Seem Likely to Take on New Leadership Roles in Congress
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on November 8, 2018
Congressman Bobby Scott, who will likely become the next chairman of the Education Committee. (Credit: US Congress)
Now that Democrats have taken control of the House, Democrats in Virginia’s congressional delegation are about to take on a new and more significant role in the next Congress. Michael Pope reports.
Bobby Scott Leads as Potential Senate Pick, Although Campaign Finance Could Be Stumbling Block
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 19, 2016
Credit: United States Congress
Democratic Congressman Bobby Scott is ramping up his presence on Capitol Hill, appearing at a Hillary Clinton campaign event this week and sending new fundraising emails. Michael Pope has this look at his campaign finance record.
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From NPR News- Rep. Adam Schiff: Trump's Potentially Impeachable Offenses Include 'Bribery' November 12, 2019The Intelligence Committee chairman said bribery is a "breach of the public trust in a way where you're offering official acts for some personal or political reason, not in the nation's interest."
- When Countries Get Wealthier, Kids Can Lose Out On Vaccines November 12, 2019Childhood vaccines are often subsidized in the poorest countries. But not for those moving up the wealth ladder.
- FBI Reports Dip In Hate Crimes, But Rise In Violence November 12, 2019The FBI released its annual tally of hate crimes on Tuesday. Attacks on individuals surged to a 16-year high in 2018 and hate-crime-related homicides rose from 15 to 24.
- McDonald's Is Sued Over 'Systemic Sexual Harassment' Of Female Workers November 12, 2019A former employee has filed a class-action lawsuit against McDonald's and one Michigan franchise, alleging a "culture of sexual harassment."
- Trump Makes No Promises On China Trade Deal November 12, 2019President Trump says a mini trade agreement with China could happen "soon," but he offered no guarantees. In a speech to the Economic Club of New York, Trump downplayed the cost of his trade war.
- Rep. Adam Schiff: Trump's Potentially Impeachable Offenses Include 'Bribery' November 12, 2019
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- England flooding: Communities to get practical and financial help November 12, 2019Boris Johnson announces more support for flooded areas after criticism from Labour and the Lib Dems.
- England flooding: Doncaster floods seen from the air November 12, 2019The BBC's David Shukman went up in a helicopter to look at the scale of the damage.
- Primark guard preyed on shoplifting teenage girls November 12, 2019Zia Uddin attacked four 15-year-old girls at the Kingston Primark store in 2017.
- HS2 should happen despite rising cost, says review November 12, 2019A draft copy of a review into the project says it might cost even more than its current price of £88bn.
- Sarah Barrass and Brandon Machin jailed for murdering sons November 12, 2019Sarah Barrass and Brandon Machin murdered the two boys and conspired to kill their four other children.
- England flooding: Communities to get practical and financial help November 12, 2019
