Progressives Press Biden To Bypass Congress As Democrats Sour On Far Left
On Thursday, the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) urged President Joe Biden to enact changes in line with their policies by recommending that he issue a series of executive orders that would lower health care costs, cancel student loan debt and advance immigrant rights among other ideas. The 55 recommendations chosen by the caucus also aim to raise wages, expand police reform, address the climate crisis and implement tax changes—all before November, when the Democrats could potentially lose the majority and their chances at delivering the promises they’ve made their constituents....