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8 august

The Inflation Reduction Act Passes in the Senate

A to Z Times Contributor—AUGUST 7, 2022

On August 7, 2022, the U.S. Senate approved the Inflation Reduction Act, a monumental $739 billion economic package aimed at addressing some of the most pressing issues facing American society, including climate change, prescription drug costs, and corporate tax reforms. This bill, which passed after months of intense negotiations, represents a significant victory for the

6 june

Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade

A to Z Times Contributor—JUNE 24, 2022

In a historic and controversial decision on June 24, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court effectively overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling, ending nearly five decades of federal protection for abortion rights. The 6-3 decision in the case of Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization struck down the federal constitutional right to an abortion,

4 april

Texas Ends Extra Truck Inspections, Easing Border Gridlock

A to Z Times Contributor—APRIL 17, 2022

On April 17, 2022, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced the end of the additional truck inspections at the U.S.-Mexico border that had caused massive disruptions in cross-border trade. These inspections, which were introduced earlier in the year as part of the state’s efforts to increase border security, had led to significant delays in the movement

2 february

House Oversight Committee Launches Investigation Into Trump’s Document Handling

A to Z Times Contributor—FEBRUARY 10, 2022

In a significant move on February 10, 2022, the House Oversight Committee initiated an investigation into former President Donald Trump’s management of official documents. This inquiry, prompted by mounting concerns over transparency and accountability, particularly focused on records tied to the January 6 Capitol insurrection. Central to the investigation was the question of whether Trump

1 january

Justice Breyer Announces Retirement

A to Z Times Contributor—JANUARY 27, 2022

On January 27, 2022, Justice Stephen Breyer, a liberal stalwart on the U.S. Supreme Court, announced his decision to retire after nearly three decades of service. Appointed by President Bill Clinton in 1994, Breyer had spent 27 years shaping the Court’s decisions and contributing to its progressive legacy. His retirement, which came at the age