One Republican pledges to boycott Biden's State of the Union entirely
There is recent precedent for lawmakers skipping the annual address of a president from the opposing party.
GOP lawmakers seek to re-name part of "John Lewis Way" after Trump
The Republicans introduced a bill this week that would change a portion of a street named after Lewis, a late civil rights leader who served in Congress.
'Boycotting' Sinema, Manchin's Funders Could Help Voter Rights: MLK III
Martin Luther King Jr.'s son told Newsweek 'I don't think history is going to treat them well," after the lawmakers voted with the GOP.
Scrap 'Weaponized' Filibuster—MLK's Son Tells Joe Biden, Senate
Senators should remove the filibuster "as a blockade to justice and equality," King said, accusing Republicans of having "weaponized" the rule.
Biden Bets His Presidency on Voting Rights Without Full Party Support
President Joe Biden spoke on voting rights Tuesday, but some in his party object to his advocacy for changing the filibuster rules to pass voting legislation.
Brian Kemp Lambasts Biden, Abrams Ahead of Voting Rights Speech
The Georgia Republican governor called the president's agenda an "assault on election integrity."
How to Watch Biden, Harris Speech Today on VotingsRights
Viewers can watch remarks from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris live online or on television at approximately 3:45 PM on January 11.
Jeff Bezos Donates $100 Million to Obama Foundation, Honoring John Lewis
Jeff Bezos also donated $166 million on Monday to NYU Langone Health as he plans to focus more of his attention on philanthropy since stepping down as Amazon CEO.
MSNBC's Joy Reid Calls Out Sinema Over Voting Rights After John Lewis Tweet
The MSNBC host said Sinema shouldn't "allow" the late congressman's work to "die."
John Lewis Remembered 1 Year After His Death, Voting Rights Bill in Limbo
"To protect our democracy and the sanctity of the vote, we must pass the For the People Act and the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. It is a national imperative," the president tweeted on July 13.
Black Congresswoman Arrested at Voting Protest Says: 'You Can't Silence Me'
Joyce Beatty took part in a rally on Thursday afternoon to call on the Senate to pass the For the People Act, a sweeping electoral reform bill.
They Still Can't Figure it Out: One Year After George Floyd's Murder
This nation would do best acknowledging historical racism—the ways it lingers and compromises Black lives daily.
School Won't Be Named After Obamas Following Protests
Opponents of the proposal cited the former president's deportation policies. The Illinois school will instead be renamed after civil rights leader John Lewis.
John Lewis Would March from Selma to Bessemer's Amazon Fulfillment Center
The parallels between the fight in Bessemer, Alabama and the fights of the civil rights movement are striking.
As Joe Biden Eyes Major Voting Reform, Georgia Republicans Roll Back Rights
The state's Republican-led legislature has passed a bill to eliminate no-excuse absentee voting after 16 years.
Politicians Remember John Lewis, as Biden Signs Voting Access Order
Sunday marked the 56th anniversary of the 1965 attack on civil rights activists in Selma, Alabama, who endeavored to march to Montgomery in protest of discriminatory practices that prevented them from exercising their rights to vote.
John Lewis Honored on Birthday Amid Calls for Voting Rights Act Passage
"My friend, mentor and national treasure Representative John Lewis would have turned 81 today. I miss him dearly," Jaime Harrison, chairman of the Democratic National Committee said Sunday.
Hillary Clinton Says John Lewis 'Would Be Proud Today'
Back in 2016, Lewis said: "The right to vote is precious, almost sacred. It is the most powerful nonviolent tool or instrument in a democratic society."
Democrats Thank Stacey Abrams, Remember John Lewis as Biden Leads Georgia
President Donald Trump needs to win Georgia to stand a chance of being re-elected, but the state vote count has now swung slightly in Biden's favour.
Succeeding John Lewis in Congress Welcome Challenge for Nikema Williams
"I am looking forward to continuing his legacy," Nikema Williams told Newsweek, "to build upon it and to create my own path."
Michelle Obama Tops John Lewis in School Renaming Vote in His Own District
The former first lady has ancestral roots in the district, which Lewis, a civil rights icon, represented for decades.
5 Takeaways From Trump's Axios Interview
The president talked about the coronavirus pandemic, the Russia bounty report and John Lewis in the 37-minute interview.
Obama Calls for End to Voter Suppression in John Lewis Eulogy
On Thursday, the former president took aim at "those in power who are doing their darndest to discourage voting by closing polling locations, and targeting minorities."
The Last Three Presidents Will Attend John Lewis' Funeral—Trump Will Not
Barack Obama, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton will pay respects to the late civil rights leader and congressman during the ceremony in Georgia.
How to Watch, Live Stream Barack Obama's Eulogy at John Lewis' Funeral
In 2011, Obama awarded Lewis the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honor in the United States.
Remembering Congressman John Lewis, a Staunch LGBTQ Ally
For Congressman Lewis, to be American meant charging into battle against injustice, refusing to leave anyone behind.
GOP Alabama Lawmaker Describes 'Great Time' at KKK Leader Birthday Event
Democrats and Republicans are both demanding Rep. Will Dismukes' resignation for attending an event honoring Nathan Bedford Forrest.
How to Watch, Live Stream John Lewis' Return to Capitol to Lie in State
The late Alabama congressman and civil rights leader will be honored during memorial events at the U.S. Capitol.
Notable Figures React to John Lewis' Body Crossing Pettus Bridge
The late congressman and civil rights leader was honored during a memorial ceremony in Selma, Alabama, on Sunday.
John Lewis' Family Honors Civil Rights Icon in Alabama
Memorial services for the late congressman in Alabama will continue later this evening and on Sunday.