Posts Tagged Tom Garrett
Congressman Garrett Wants More Time for Lawmakers to Review Legislation
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on April 6, 2018
How long should members of Congress have to actually read the legislation they are voting on? Michael Pope has this report about one Virginia congressman who says lawmakers shouldn’t be so hasty.
Congressman Garrett Helps Resettle Sudanese Refugees in Virginia
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on September 21, 2017
Representative Thomas Garrett, R-VA, is currently in Sudan on a diplomatic mission to resettle two Christian pastors and family members. (Credit: AP Photo / Manuel Balce Ceneta)
A Congressman from Virginia is in Africa this week, working to secure the release of two Sudanese pastors imprisoned by their government. Seven of the pastors’ family members have already arrived in Virginia as refugees. Mallory Noe-Payne has details.
A Number of Virginia Representatives Think Lawmakers Should Skip Recess
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on July 28, 2017
Credit: AP Photo / J. Scott Applewhite, File
The U.S. House kicks off a month long recess today, which some Virginia Republicans say they don’t deserve. Matt Laslo has the story from Washington.
Democrats Hope Trump Turmoil Helps Downballot in Fifth Congressional District
Posted by Nick Gilmore in Virginia's News on October 12, 2016
One of the hottest congressional races on the ballot this fall is the Fifth Congressional District, which stretches from Charlottesville to Danville. It’s a district currently held by Republicans, but Democrats are hoping the turmoil of the Donald Trump campaign might be giving them new momentum. Michael Pope has the story.
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From NPR News- 4 In 10 U.S. Teens Say They Haven't Done Online Learning Since Schools Closed April 8, 2020A new national survey also suggests most teens are following coronavirus news closely — and they're worried.
- As COVID-19 Rips Through A Missouri Family, A Mom Tries To Hold Things Together April 8, 2020Edgar Urriola got sick around St. Patrick's Day; he's now on a ventilator. Then the kids got ill. Now his family is trying to keep life as normal as possible while hoping for his recovery.
- 'Where Is This Going To Lead?': Roma People In Europe Face Coronavirus Disaster April 8, 2020Many in Europe's largest ethnic minority group live in poor, marginalized communities where conditions could lead to a swift outbreak, say researchers and activists.
- Lawmakers Defy Warnings, Continue To Meet In Capitals Across The Country April 8, 2020Many state legislative sessions were cut short due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now lawmakers, itching to complete state business, are reconvening despite heath warnings not to.
- You've Got Less Mail: The Postal Service Is Suffering Amid The Coronavirus April 8, 2020Mail volume is way down, and the U.S. Postal Service is running out of cash. Advocates want Congress to provide additional funding in the next rescue package.
- 4 In 10 U.S. Teens Say They Haven't Done Online Learning Since Schools Closed April 8, 2020
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- Coronavirus: Boris Johnson 'responding to treatment' in intensive care April 8, 2020Boris Johnson's condition is "stable", No 10 says, as he continues to receive hospital treatment for coronavirus.
- Coronavirus: Lockdown in Wales to be extended next week April 8, 2020The lockdown will not be lifted next week, Wales' first minister confirms.
- Coronavirus: Tesco tells people to visit stores to get food April 8, 2020The supermarket says there is "simply not enough capacity" to supply everyone with online shopping.
- Coronavirus: New London bus safety measures after nine worker deaths April 8, 2020Passengers will only be able to use middle-doors on some vehicles but unions call for more action.
- Coronavirus: Are dentists open during the lockdown? April 8, 2020The British Dental Association says dentists are being bombarded by calls from patients in pain.
- Coronavirus: Boris Johnson 'responding to treatment' in intensive care April 8, 2020
