Eyes on Schumer, Biden: Israel Making Mistake, Arizona Abortion Ban

TLDR: Senate Republicans call out Schumer for undermining the constitutional role of the Senate during impeachment proceedings. Biden calls for an immediate ceasefire in an interview, then talks about accomplishments. Arizona Supreme Court upheld a nearly full abortion ban, originating from the 1860s.

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Senate Republicans Criticize Schumer for Considering the Dismissal of the Mayorkas Impeachment Trial

Summary: Republican senators sharply criticized Majority Leader Schumer's intention to block the impeachment trial of Secretary Mayorkas, emphasizing the constitutional duty to conduct a trial after impeachment by the House. They argued that avoiding the trial equates to ignoring the serious issues at the border and the fentanyl crisis. Highlighting the potential for even a small number of Democrats to challenge Schumer's plan, they stressed the political risk to Democrats and urged accountability in the upcoming elections.

The senators framed Schumer's actions as a departure from over two centuries of Senate tradition and a threat to constitutional responsibilities. They warned of significant consequences, likening Schumer's plan to past "nuclear" changes in Senate procedures and predicting regret for Democrats. The delay announced by Speaker Mike Johnson to deliver the impeachment articles was seen as a strategic move to allow more Senate deliberation and prevent a hasty dismissal. The Republican senators made a strong case for the trial's necessity to uphold the Constitution, maintain the Senate's integrity, and ensure accountability for border security management under Mayorkas.

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In Exclusive Univision Conversation, Biden Speaks on Israel, Guns, Healthcare, Trump, and More

Summary: In an interview with Univision's Enrique Acevedo, President Joe Biden tackled key issues including democracy's threats, gun violence, the Gaza conflict, immigration, and healthcare. Biden pinpointed Donald Trump as a significant danger to democratic principles, citing his disregard for constitutional norms. Addressing gun violence, Biden recounted emotional encounters with victims' families and promised further action to implement stricter gun laws.

Discussing foreign policy, Biden criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's handling of the Gaza situation, advocating for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid. On immigration, he expressed frustration with the political deadlock hindering comprehensive reform, while also outlining his administration's efforts to manage border security and support legal immigration pathways.

Biden also highlighted healthcare, particularly the need to reduce prescription drug costs and expand healthcare access, underscoring his administration's achievements in making healthcare more affordable. Throughout the interview, Biden underscored his administration's commitment to addressing these critical domestic and international

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Arizona Supreme Court Revives 160-Year-Old Abortion Ban, Significantly Restricting Access

The Arizona Supreme Court upheld a 160-year-old pre-statehood law that bans most abortions, except in cases necessary to save the mother's life. This decision revives a law that imposes prison sentences on those who perform abortions, marking a significant shift from the state's previous legal stance, which allowed abortions up to 15 weeks of pregnancy due to a 2022 law. The court's ruling, however, does not apply retroactively and enforcement is stayed for 14 days. This historic ruling underscores a legal pivot in Arizona's abortion laws, moving from relatively more permissive to one of the strictest stances in the country. Democratic leaders in the state have expressed opposition, with measures to mitigate the law's impact, highlighting the ruling's profound political and social implications.

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