The second-ranking Republican, who was cut out of major decisions by the previous speaker, is pitching himself as uniquely positioned to unify the deeply divided House G.O.P.
Tag: Louisiana
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Saltwater in the Mississippi Threatens Water Supply in New Orleans
Extreme heat and low rainfall in the Midwest this summer caused the river level to plummet, making it vulnerable to a saltwater “wedge” from the Gulf of Mexico.
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Michael Bloomberg Goes After Petrochemicals
The former New York City mayor is spending some of his wealth to try to block the construction of petrochemical plants. But this fight may be tougher than his earlier efforts to close coal-burning power plants.
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Ad Wars in 3 Governor’s Races Leave Out Trump and Biden
Offering a look at both parties’ political strategies this year, the ads focus largely on issues like education, the economy, jobs and taxes, as well as local scandals and crime.
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The South Knows a Hot, Sticky Summer. But This? ‘It’s Hell.’
It’s not just the heat, as Southerners have explained for generations. It’s the moist, soupy, suffocating humidity. And this year the punishing conditions have been relentless.