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BREAKING: Trump formally recognizes his election loss, but not his role in inciting violence at the Capitol

by KCAW News | Jan 6, 2021 | Uncategorized

The U.S. Capitol went into a lockdown Wednesday as lawmakers were conducting a formal tally of Electoral College votes and debating objections to the results.Read More

John McCain’s humor, wisdom buoy Murkowski as she calls for a check on presidential power

by Robert Woolsey, KCAW | Feb 21, 2020 | Local News, Syndicated

In two recent speeches during the congressional recess, Sen. Lisa Murkowski repeated a joke attributed to Sen. John McCain. The reference brings some droll humor to post-impeachment politics, but may also signal Murkowski's determination to rein in the president. Read More

Watch live: U.S. Senate impeachment trial

by KCAW News | Jan 21, 2020 | News extras

The Senate is holding a trial on the impeachment of President Trump, who is accused by the U.S. House of abusing his power and obstructing Congress. Each day of the trial will stream through this player as proceedings begin. Read More

Sen. Murkowski introduces landslide preparedness legislation

by Emily Russell | Mar 22, 2017 | Local News, Syndicated

A new bill was introduced in Congress Wednesday, Mar. 22 aimed at reducing the risk of landslides. Landslides cause 25-50 deaths and an estimated $3.5 in damage in the United States each year. Read More