The Report: Is Washington Working Again?

Plus: Vax and mask mandates, trouble for DeSantis and the Cuomo report, explained

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Is Washington Working Again? Democrats and Republicans still disagree on a lot. But the $1 trillion infrastructure bill is fueling hope that the bipartisanship of yore is kicking in. Mask Mandate Bans Complicate Back-to-School Mask requirements are just the latest chapter in a year-long contentious debate about how to reopen schools safely for in-person learning that is often politically charged. DeSantis Plays Disaster Politics The coronavirus has added an unusually political wrinkle for a governor and potential presidential candidate whose state is experiencing a dangerous spike in the pandemic. Are COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Legal? Within certain limitations, the short answer is likely yes. States to Watch in the 2022 Midterms For the next year and a half, these states will play host to both a competitive U.S. Senate race and a competitive gubernatorial contest. The New York AG's Cuomo Report, Explained Some of the key findings of a painstakingly detailed 165-page report that paints a damning picture of the New York governor's conduct and of a workplace 'rife with fear and intimidation.' The Photos You Should See U.S. News photo editors curate this month's most compelling images from at home and abroad. Doing Business and Doing Good Hear from several leading voices who can share insights on why and how businesses can be good stewards of community health and vitality.

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