Survivors of sexual abuse within Boys Scouts of America say the organization's plan to exit bankruptcy "minimizes the organization’s history of failing to protect children from sexual predators." bit.ly/3uHtvtC
Hundreds have written letters to the judge in the case explaining how the abuse left them suicidal, led to drug and alcohol addictions and years of therapy. But the court is blacking out some of the graphic details.
“It is graphic and terrifying and I have panic attacks,” said Tom Krumins, who says he was raped as a Scout. “This same message gets shared with the judge who then doesn't share the information publicly, that defeats the entire purpose. I want my story to be heard.”
As the Boy Scouts of America's bankruptcy case drags on, the victims fear their stories are being lost. And they won't receive meaningful reparations for their trauma.
Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm on shortages from the Colonial Pipeline cyberattack: "We will have no tolerance for price gouging" from gas station owners. bit.ly/3f66yK2
While experts are cautioning drivers not to rush to fill up, government officials are taking steps to protect Americans from gasoline price spikes and ensure that fuel can be shipped in other ways. usatoday.com/story/money/20…
The Colonial Pipeline Co. said Monday afternoon it is using a "phased approach" to bring its capacity back online.
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In his first joint address to Congress, President Joe Biden identified white supremacy as a domestic terror threat that the country must remain vigilant against. usatoday.com/story/news/pol…
He also repeated his calls for Congress to pass measures to expand background checks for gun buyers and to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act.
"Pass it and save lives," Biden said.
Reinforcing his longstanding support of LGBTQ rights, Biden also urged Congress to pass a bill outlawing discrimination on the basis of sex, sexual orientation and gender identity.
"I hope Congress can get to my desk the Equality Act to protect the rights of LGBTQ Americans."
President Joe Biden started his speech before a joint session of Congress, saying, “Tonight, I come to talk about crisis and opportunity.” usatoday.com/story/news/pol…
“While the setting tonight is familiar, this gathering is just a little bit different — a reminder of the extraordinary ties we are in,” he said, referring to the reduced crowd in attendance because of the pandemic.
Biden called the ongoing vaccination efforts one of the greatest logistical achievements this country has ever seen.
“Go and get the vaccinations,” Biden urged. “They’re available.”
President Joe Biden will propose a $1.8 trillion 'families plan' with paid leave, child care, universal pre-K, free community college usatoday.com/story/news/pol…
Exclusive: Biden will also use his address to Congress to pressure lawmakers to confront gun violence, characterizing it as an epidemic. usatoday.com/story/news/pol…
After deliberating on the charges against former police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of George Floyd, the jury says it has reached a verdict.
Here's what happened in the trial so far: 🧵
Attorneys for the prosecution and defense presented their closing arguments Monday, summarizing evidence and witness testimony and trying to focus jurors on the important elements. usatoday.com/story/news/nat…