Cnn latest news on politics
Here are the latest news updates on politics from CNN:
Breaking News
- Biden to meet with Putin in Geneva: President Joe Biden will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 16, the White House announced. The meeting is expected to focus on a range of issues, including cybersecurity, arms control, and human rights.
- House passes bill to increase minimum wage: The House of Representatives passed a bill to increase the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour, a move that could help millions of low-wage workers. The bill now heads to the Senate, where it is expected to face opposition from Republicans.
Top Stories
- Trump's tax returns released: The New York Times and other news outlets have obtained copies of former President Donald Trump's tax returns, which show that he paid just $750 in federal income taxes in 2016 and 2017. The returns also reveal that Trump claimed a significant amount of deductions and credits.
- Biden's infrastructure plan faces opposition: President Biden's plan to invest $2 trillion in infrastructure is facing opposition from Republicans, who say it is too expensive and would lead to higher taxes. The plan is expected to be a key part of Biden's legislative agenda.
- Supreme Court rules on voting rights: The Supreme Court has ruled that a key provision of the Voting Rights Act is unconstitutional, dealing a blow to efforts to protect voting rights in the United States. The ruling is expected to have significant implications for voting rights in the country.
Analysis and Opinion
- The politics of climate change: CNN's Fareed Zakaria argues that the politics of climate change are shifting, with more Republicans and Democrats coming together to address the issue. However, he also notes that there is still a long way to go before the US can make significant progress on reducing its carbon emissions.
- The future of the Republican Party: CNN's David Axelrod argues that the Republican Party is facing a crisis of identity, with many voters questioning the party's commitment to democracy and its willingness to challenge former President Trump's lies about the 2020 election.
Video
- Biden's infrastructure plan: CNN's Jake Tapper discusses President Biden's infrastructure plan with Rep. Peter DeFazio (D-OR), who is a key supporter of the plan.
- Trump's tax returns: CNN's Chris Cuomo discusses the release of former President Trump's tax returns with tax expert Mark Mazur.
Live Updates
- Biden's meeting with Putin: Follow live updates from the White House as President Biden meets with Russian President Putin in Geneva.
- Infrastructure negotiations: Follow live updates from Capitol Hill as lawmakers negotiate over President Biden's infrastructure plan.