Biden’s next 2 years: A brutal war and a rough campaign
Jonathan Lemire et al., Politico
President Joe Biden’s decision to send tanks to Ukraine marked a new chapter in the United States’ commitment to Kyiv, one reflecting a growing belief that the war could stretch years and require extraordinary measures to hold an alliance together to repel Russia.
US and EU Discuss Deal to Widen Access to Inflation Reduction Act
Jenny Leonard et al., Bloomberg
The US and the European Union are discussing a possible deal on minerals and critical raw materials in a bid to allow the EU to qualify for benefits in President Joe Biden’s massive new green investment plan, according to people familiar with the matter.
Biden vowed to punish Saudis over oil cut. That’s no longer the plan.
Missy Ryan, The Washington Post
Administration officials now point to intensified opposition in Congress as a chief outcome of OPEC’s decision to slash output ahead of last year’s midterm elections.
Biden Has Never Been Under More Pressure From Congress to Ban TikTok
Emily Birnbaum and Daniel Flatley, Bloomberg
The growing clamor in Congress to completely ban TikTok in the US raises the stakes for the Biden administration, which is in the late stages of reviewing the security risks of the popular social media app.
Justice Department was prepared to seek warrant had Biden not consented to home search, sources say
Paula Reid et al., CNN
The FBI’s unprecedented search of President Joe Biden’s home in Wilmington, Delaware, resulted from high-stakes discussions between the Justice Department and Biden attorneys over when and how it would take place, sources familiar with the matter tell CNN.
US Treasury Denies Republicans’ Request for Hunter Biden Records
Billy House, Bloomberg
The US Treasury Department refused Wednesday to provide House Republicans any suspicious activity reports it may have on foreign banking and other business transactions by Hunter Biden and other members of President Joe Biden’s family.
Senior FDA official resigns following baby formula crisis, turmoil in agency
Meredith Lee Hill, Politico
Frank Yiannas’ resignation comes as the FDA is poised to announce a series of steps it’s taking to address its response to the formula crisis and other breakdowns.