In the news today: Images of mounted Border Patrol agents attacking Haitian immigrants with whips are being met with revulsion in the non-deplorable parts of the nation; the White House has promised to investigate. The Supreme Court has set a date for arguments in the case that could well mean the end of legal abortion in many (Republican-held) states. And a ruling by the Senate parliamentarian is causing headaches for Democrats hoping to put immigration reforms alongside other must-pass budget items.
It's been a pretty grim news day all the way around. Here's some of what you may have missed:
• Border Patrol agents on horseback attacked Haitian immigrants with what look like 'whips'
• Supreme Court plans its next step in officially overturning Roe v. Wade
• In immigration ruling, Senate parliamentarian makes clear where she stands: With Mitch McConnell
• 'This is a disgrace': Advocates slam Biden admin's appeal of ruling that dealt blow to Title 42
• 'Humanitarian crisis on the island': Lawmakers call on Biden admin to halt Haitian deportations
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It's been a pretty grim news day all the way around. Here's some of what you may have missed:
• Border Patrol agents on horseback attacked Haitian immigrants with what look like 'whips'
• Supreme Court plans its next step in officially overturning Roe v. Wade
• In immigration ruling, Senate parliamentarian makes clear where she stands: With Mitch McConnell
• 'This is a disgrace': Advocates slam Biden admin's appeal of ruling that dealt blow to Title 42
• 'Humanitarian crisis on the island': Lawmakers call on Biden admin to halt Haitian deportations
Community Spotlight:
• I have autism. Why an autocracy scares me.
Also trending from the community:
• Santa Claus is about to drop a bomb on Biden
• Milley wasn't the only one guarding against Trump's insanity
Check out:
Writing is hard, but we’re here to take away some of the mystery. Join our Community Writing Workshop on Sept. 22.