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Introductory offer: Get one year of digital access for just $40.  Sign up for this newsletter Read online The most important politics stories today. Presented by ExxonMobil     (Bill O'Leary/The Washington Post) Rep. Paul Gosar tweets altered anime video showing him killing Rep. Ocasio-Cortez and attacking President Biden The Arizona Republican's tweeting of the video prompted condemnation and calls for his Twitter account to be suspended for glorification of violence. By Felicia Sonmez ●  Read more »   The false claim that only 11 percent of the infrastructure bill goes to 'real infrastructure' Former president Donald Trump knocked passage of the infrastructure plan, but by the metrics he used as president, nearly 40 percent would qualify as "real infrastructure" — and the percentage could even be double that figure. Analysis ●  By Glenn Kessler ●  Read more »   House Jan. 6 committee issues subpoenas to 6 top Trump advisers, including pair involved in Willard hotel 'command center' Those subpoenaed include scholar John Eastman, author of a legal strategy to deny Biden the presidency, and former New York police commissioner Bernard Kerik. By Jacqueline Alemany, Tom Hamburger and Josh Dawsey ●  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT Content from ExxonMobil Supporting the Global Methane Pledge ExxonMobil supports the US and EU-led effort to drive toward a 30% reduction in methane emissions by 2030. See how we support the Global Methane Pledge.   Biden seeks infrastructure bounce. But can a nuts-and-bolts pitch overcome cultural divides? The president's sales push on infrastructure will test whether his strategy of delivering tangible benefits still resonates in a polarized political environment where cultural issues are powerful. By Seung Min Kim, Sean Sullivan and Tyler Pager ●  Read more »   And this is why it's useful to talk about historical examples of institutionalized racism Right-wing guffaws over a comment from Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg reveal a lack of familiarity with history. Analysis ●  By Philip Bump ●  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Supreme Court considers if state secrets claim can end Muslim men's lawsuit against FBI During Operation Flex, the bureau used an undercover agent to surveil Southern California Islamic centers. By Robert Barnes ●  Read more »   Judge tosses D.C. AG's claim that Trump inaugural committee 'wasted' $1 million at president's hotel The judge will allow another part of the suit, claiming the committee misused assets for the Trump family's gain, to continue. By David A. Fahrenthold ●  Read more »   ADVERTISEMENT   Democrats call on New Jersey Republican to concede gubernatorial race Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli has refused, citing uncounted ballots, the same rationale offered by the Democratic state Senate president as he refuses to concede. By David Weigel ●  Read more »   The unique role of Fox News in the misinformation universe No other network has the same level of trust among those who embrace false claims. Analysis ●  By Philip Bump ●  Read more »   Republican Reps. Greene, Clyde fined again for refusing to wear masks on the House floor Greene has been disciplined at least 22 times for not wearing a mask on the House floor since the rule was first established earlier this year because of the coronavirus pandemic. By Mariana Alfaro ●  Read more »     We think you'll like this newsletter Check out Plant Powered by Voraciously for our 12-week guide to cooking more plant-forward meals. Recipes, techniques and tips on Tuesdays. Sign up »

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