Tom Howell Jr.
Articles by Tom Howell Jr.
NYC Mayor Eric Adams praises federal emergency order on monkeypox, pushes for more
New York City Mayor Eric Adams lauded the Biden administration Friday for declaring a national public health emergency over monkeypox and pressured him to use domestic-production powers to bolster supplies. Published August 5, 2022
White House called in Chinese ambassador for protest over aggression toward Taiwan
The Biden administration summoned the Chinese ambassador to the White House on Thursday to condemn Beijing's aggressive behavior toward Taiwan following House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit. Published August 5, 2022
U.S. economy added 528K jobs in July, shattering expectations
The U.S. economy added 528,000 jobs in July, and the unemployment rate fell to 3.5%, far exceeding expectations as President Biden grapples with rampant inflation and insists the economy has not tipped into a recession. Published August 5, 2022
Fuming China says it will stop military, climate talks with the U.S. over Pelosi’s trip to Taiwan
China sanctioned House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Friday and said it will stop working with the U.S. on climate change, drug enforcement and some military coordination because the high-profile Democrat visited Taiwan over its objections. Published August 5, 2022
Biden team declares monkeypox a public health emergency
The Biden administration declared the monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency on Thursday, hoping to speed up vaccine distribution and corral the virus so it does not become a permanent fixture in the U.S. Published August 4, 2022
Biden feels good but he is still positive for the virus: Doctor
President Biden "feels very well" but he still tested positive for the coronavirus on Thursday and will continue his isolation in the White House residence, his doctor said. Published August 4, 2022
Four states to weigh abortion rights in November after Supreme Court ruling
California, Kentucky, Montana and Vermont also will put abortion rights on the ballot in November in the wake of the Supreme Court ruling that overturned the Roe v. Wade decision and left abortion laws to the states. Published August 4, 2022
CPAC Texas gives Trump, potential rivals the limelight as 2024 election talk heats up
Former President Donald Trump is among the big-name speakers who will gather in Texas for the Conservative Political Action Conference that begins Thursday and concludes Sunday. Published August 4, 2022
Capitol Police looks to hire prosecutor, raising questions about command
The Capitol Police force has listed a job posting for a prosecutor within its ranks, raising constitutional questions about the chain of command. Published August 4, 2022
Biden still positive for coronavirus but able to work out: doctor
President Biden continued to test positive for the coronavirus Wednesday but he feels good and got a little exercise, his doctor said. Published August 3, 2022
Pelosi says Taipei visit serves as a symbol of U.S. solidarity with Taiwan
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday said her visit to Taipei should serve as "a strong statement that America stands with Taiwan." Published August 3, 2022
Federal grand jury probing Jan. 6 subpoenas Pat Cipollone: Report
A federal grand jury subpoenaed former White House Counsel Pat Cipollone as part of its investigation into the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol and actions within the Trump administration following the 2020 election. Published August 3, 2022
Nashville rejects draft agreement to host RNC in 2024
Nashville lawmakers voted late Tuesday against a draft deal to welcome the 2024 Republican National Convention, leaving Milwaukee as the likely host city. Published August 3, 2022
Pelosi commends Taiwan as a model for democracy and economic savvy as China fumes
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi hailed Taiwan as a model for democracy and a "strong contrast to what's happening on mainland China" as she met Wednesday with President Tsai Ing-wen as part of her high-stakes visit to the island. Published August 3, 2022
Biden celebrates Kansas vote to reject abortion restrictions
President Biden late Tuesday hailed Kansas voters for rejecting a ballot measure that would have allowed the legislature to restrict or ban abortion. Published August 3, 2022
Biden says uninsured rate hits an all-time low of 8%
President Biden on Tuesday hailed the lowest uninsured rate in U.S. history, at 8%, and lobbied Congress to pass signature legislation that would shore up gains made through Obamacare. Published August 2, 2022
Biden is still positive for COVID, doctor says
President Biden remains fever-free and in good spirits but his loose cough returned Tuesday as he battles the rebound effect that some people experience after taking a leading antiviral pill for COVID-19. Published August 2, 2022
Democratic investigators slam DHS IG, demand he step aside from Secret Service probe
House Democrats investigating the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol have issued a scathing letter that accuses the Department of Homeland Security's inspector general of covering up the extent of missing text messages related to events on that day. Published August 2, 2022
N.Y. Gov. Kathy Hochul has 16-point lead over Rep. Lee Zeldin, poll shows
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul enjoys a 16-point lead over her Republican opponent, Rep. Lee Zeldin, that is fueled by her solid base of support in New York City and women throughout the Empire State, according to a poll released Tuesday. Published August 2, 2022
Biden names senior FEMA official as monkeypox coordinator
President Biden on Tuesday tapped senior officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to lead the U.S. response to monkeypox. Published August 2, 2022
