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Good morning, US politics blog readers. Joe Biden is making a surprise speech at 8.30am eastern time, after reports emerged that women’s basketball star Brittney Griner has been freed from a Russian prison in a swap for convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout. Follow this blog for the latest on his speech.
That’s not all that’s happening today:
The House will vote on the Respect for Marriage Act protecting same-sex and interracial marriage rights, putting it on the cusp of becoming law.
Negotiations in Congress will continue on a slew of other legislation the Democratic majority is trying to pass before the end of the year, including an annual defense spending bill and a measure to keep the government open.
White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre briefs reporters at 12:30 pm.
Continue reading…Basketball star freed in exchange for arms dealer Viktor BoutSign up to receive First Thing – our daily briefing by emailGood morning, US politics blog readers. Joe Biden is making a surprise speech at 8.30am eastern time, after reports emerged that women’s basketball star Brittney Griner has been freed from a Russian prison in a swap for convicted arms dealer Viktor Bout. Follow this blog for the latest on his speech.That’s not all that’s happening today:The House will vote on the Respect for Marriage Act protecting same-sex and interracial marriage rights, putting it on the cusp of becoming law.Negotiations in Congress will continue on a slew of other legislation the Democratic majority is trying to pass before the end of the year, including an annual defense spending bill and a measure to keep the government open.White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre briefs reporters at 12:30 pm. Continue reading…