Hospital and public health officials say vaccine supply and scheduling snafus are a big reason for 2nd-dose delays. Source
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Senate parliamentarian strikes down minimum wage hike in latest COVID-19 relief bill
President Biden is disappointed over the Senate parliamentarian’s ruling against including a minimum wage increase to $15 per hour in the latest COVID-19 relief bill. The House plans to vote Friday on Mr. Biden’s $1.9 trillion American rescue plan. Nikole Killion reports from Capitol Hill. Source
Florida prepares for spring break crowds, Miami Beach hotel bookings may be 20% higher than 2020
Manuel Bojorquez reports on the struggle local leaders are facing to prepare for potentially large crowds during spring break. He spoke with Miami Beach’s mayor, who is warning people they could be arrested if they plan to “go crazy.” Source
Lawsuit filed against ERCOT, CenterPoint after Texas man dies of hypothermia during power outage
A Houston family is in mourning after their loved one died of hypothermia during last week’s power outages. Janet Shamlian reports on their loss and how they’re trying to cope. Source
McConnell “absolutely” will back Trump if he’s the 2024 GOP nominee
Just two weeks ago, the Senate Minority Leader called the former president “practically and morally responsible for provoking the events” of January 6. Source
House passes sweeping LGBTQ rights bill
The Equality Act would ban discrimination against people based on sexual orientation and gender identity. Source
Court awards $2.3 billion to U.S. spy ship crew held hostage in 1968
The court said many of the 83-strong crew were mentally and physically abused during their captivity. Source
Mr. Potato Head brand goes gender-neutral, dropping “Mr.” title
In an effort to promote inclusivity, the iconic Mr. Potato Head brand is dropping the “Mr.” title. Source
GOP Rep. Meijer says Trump “destroyed” his legacy after January 6
Congressman Peter Meijer was one of ten Republicans who voted to impeach former President Trump last month. Source
Khan Academy founder on filling education gaps during COVID
On “Facing Forward,” Margaret Brennan talks with Khan Academy founder Sal Khan on getting kids caught up after a lost year of education. Source