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The 19th Explains
From the spread of disinformation to battles over legislation, complex circumstances shape American policy and politics. The 19th explains the current events that affect women, people of color and the LGBTQ+ community. What topic, issue or event would you like to learn more about? Submit questions for The 19th team to consider answering in future stories here.
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Why hasn't Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva been sworn in yet? Democrats cry foul over delays.
Arizona's attorney general filed a lawsuit to get the state's newest representative seated as Democrats continue to point to an effort to release the Epstein files as a reason for the delay.
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The black box warning on menopause treatments is changing. Here’s why.
The FDA chief has indicated he’s interested in altering the warning on hormone therapies with estrogen. Experts say it’s complicated.
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What is going on between the WNBA and star player Napheesa Collier?
Collier made a statement criticizing a "lack of accountability" from the league’s executive leadership.
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The new COVID vaccine rules leave parents with more questions than answers
Eligibility for postpartum people has changed, and while children can still access shots, questions about the cost and availability are still unclear.
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The child tax credit is changing. Here’s what it means for your family.
The credit rises to $2,200, but its new requirements will shut out an estimated 2.7 million American children.
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This program helps 6 million families pay their energy bills. Here’s what’s at risk if it’s cut.
For low income households, the initiative's funding has been a 'lifesaver.'
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LGBTQ+ families don’t always feel safe. Here’s where they can find support.
The 19th explains the legal rights around child care, fertility treatment and other protections along with resources for queer parents and their families.
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Your Shein and Temu purchases are about to get more expensive
A tariff exemption on low-value imports helped feed Americans’ desire for cheap clothes and goods — but it’s about to go away.
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How children’s picture books got to the Supreme Court
In Mahmoud v. Taylor, parents of different faiths argue that LGBTQ-inclusive books in schools are infringing on their First Amendment rights to freely exercise religion.
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The 19th Explains: What’s the safest way for trans Americans to travel right now?
The Trump administration’s new policy to discontinue “X” gender markers on passports has many transgender Americans wondering if it’s safe to fly. The 19th asked experts to weigh in.