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January 7, 2021 1:06 p.m.

Biden introduces Merrick Garland as attorney general pick

WILMINGTON, Del. (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden introduced his pick for the nation's top law enforcement official on Thursday, turning to experienced judge Merrick Garland to help de-politicize the Justice Department and restore the rule of law after what the incoming president described as four years of lawlessness under President Donald Trump.

January 7, 2021 1:06 p.m.

The Latest: AP sources: Pence set to attend inauguration

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January 7, 2021 1:06 p.m.

The Latest: Browns place S Ronnie Harrison on COVID-19 list

The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:

January 7, 2021 1:06 p.m.

Canadiens approved for home games during pandemic

MONTREAL (AP) — The Montreal Canadiens will be able to play home games despite the Quebec government’s imposition of a curfew aimed at curbing COVID-19 in the province.

January 7, 2021 1:06 p.m.

Republican lawmakers flex muscle in setting COVID policies

FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — Asserting their role in setting COVID-19 policies, Republican lawmakers advanced bills Thursday to put limits on the Democratic governor's ability to wield his emergency powers to impose restrictions to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

January 7, 2021 1:06 p.m.

Wisconsin Assembly passes COVID-19 bill Senate GOP opposes

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Republican-controlled Wisconsin Assembly on Thursday passed a doomed COVID-19 response bill that Senate Republicans and Democratic Gov. Tony Evers oppose, and there’s no sign of an agreement on a plan to combat the virus that has killed more than 5,000 people in the state.

January 7, 2021 12:45 p.m.

More demand Illinois congresswoman who cited Hitler resign

CHICAGO (AP) — A growing number of Democrats called Thursday for the resignation of U.S. Rep. Mary Miller of Illinois, a newly sworn-in Republican who quoted Adolf Hitler at a rally outside the U.S. Capitol this week.

January 7, 2021 12:45 p.m.

Gianforte details tax cuts, lower spending in new budget

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — Montana Gov. Greg Gianforte released his budget proposal Thursday, following through on his campaign promises to try to reduce taxes and hold the line on state spending.

January 7, 2021 12:45 p.m.

After riots, Washington lawmakers defend in-person session

SEATTLE (AP) — Washington state lawmakers are defending their plan to open the legislative session in person next Monday following the siege of the nation’s Capitol building in Washington, D.C., as well as the storming of the governor’s property in Olympia by President Donald Trump’s loyalists — including some who were armed and attacked or threatened journalists.

January 7, 2021 12:45 p.m.

Montana Republicans who support Trump denounce violence

HELENA, Mont. (AP) — After months of tacitly or directly supporting President Donald Trump's denial of the results of the 2020 election, top Montana Republicans denounced the violence that took over the nation's Capitol and delayed Congress' certification of the presidential election for Joe Biden. But one of them doubled down.

January 7, 2021 12:45 p.m.

Panthers have now interviewed 11 candidates for GM opening

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Panthers have interviewed five more candidates for their vacant general manager position in the last two days, bringing the total number of front office executives interviewed to 11.

January 7, 2021 12:09 p.m.

Lawmakers openly discuss ousting Trump, possible impeachment

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers of both parties raised the prospect Thursday of ousting President Donald Trump from office, and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi said that if he wasn't removed, the House may move forward with a second impeachment.

January 7, 2021 12:09 p.m.

The Latest: Police identify 3 who died during Capitol breach

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January 7, 2021 12:09 p.m.

The Latest: Graham says Trump's 'actions were the problem'

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January 7, 2021 12:09 p.m.

The Latest: US registers most deaths from coronavirus

The U.S. registered its highest deaths yet from the coronavirus on the day a mob attacked the Capitol.

January 7, 2021 12:09 p.m.

California sees two-day record of coronavirus deaths

LOS ANGELES (AP) — California health authorities reported Thursday a record two-day total of 1,042 coronavirus deaths as many hospitals strain under unprecedented caseloads

January 7, 2021 12:09 p.m.

Siege of US Capitol by pro-Trump mob forces hard questions

WASHINGTON (AP) — One day later, the violent siege of the U.S. Capitol by President Donald Trump’s supporters forced painful new questions across government — about his fitness to remain in office for two more weeks, the ability of the police to secure the complex and the future of the Republican Party in a post-Trump era.

January 7, 2021 11:36 a.m.

AP News Digest 2 p.m.

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January 7, 2021 11:27 a.m.

Biden picks Rhode Island Gov. Raimondo as commerce secretary

WASHINGTON (AP) — President-elect Joe Biden has picked Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo to lead the Commerce Department, helping set trade policy and promote U.S. opportunities for growth domestically and overseas.

January 7, 2021 11:27 a.m.

Discussions swirl on Trump's removal after chaos at Capitol

WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawmakers in both parties and members of President Donald Trump’s own administration were engaged in discussions on removing Trump from power following the insurrection in the Capitol by his supporters.