Tipsheet — Presented by Charter Communications: Senate backlog of Biden nominees frustrates White House

View in your browser   Presented by Charter Communications   Senate backlog of Biden nominees frustrates White House By Morgan Chalfant, Brett Samuels and Laura Kelly   The White House is growing increasingly frustrated over the slow pace of Senate confirmations of President Biden’s nominees. Key positions in Biden’s administration remain unfilled more than seven months into his presidency, with several vacancies threatening to hamper government operations. Republicans have moved to block some of the nominees, while others are stalled due to uncertainty about whether they have enough support to get confirmed in the 50-50 Senate. Read the full story here     Biden sending 1,000 more troops to Afghanistan By Caroline Vakil   President Biden announced on Saturday that the U.S. would send 1,000 more troops to Afghanistan to assist with evacuating U.S. personnel amid a rapidly deteriorating situation as the Taliban continue to overtake major provinces and cities in the region.  Read the full story here     A MESSAGE FROM CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS   We believe internet access for all means opportunity for everyone. That’s why we’re investing billions to extend our network to reach those who need it most. Learn more.   Taliban capture Afghan government's last northern stronghold By Caroline Vakil   Afghanistan’s fourth-largest city and the government's last northern stronghold fell to the Taliban on Saturday, multiple news outlets reported. Read the full story here     Afghan president appeals for help as Taliban close in on capital By Celine Castronuovo   Afghan President Ashraf Ghani is calling on the international community to aid in the country’s fight against the Taliban, which have closed in on Kabul as fears grow that the capital could soon be overrun by the insurgent group. Read the full story here     Pelosi 'deeply concerned' for women amid Taliban gains in Afghanistan By Lexi Lonas   House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) on Saturday voiced her concern for women and girls in Afghanistan as the Taliban closes in on control of the country. Read the full story here     Trump slams Biden for not 'following the plan' he left on Afghanistan By Lexis Lonas   Former President Trump slammed President Biden Saturday for not “following the plan” the former administration left for him regarding withdrawal from Afghanistan. Read the full story here     Tom Cotton calls on Biden to 'destroy every Taliban fighter' near Kabul By Lexi Lonas   Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) called on President Biden to “destroy every Taliban fighter” near Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan, until U.S. personnel are safe. Read the full story here     A MESSAGE FROM CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS   We believe internet access for all means opportunity for everyone. That’s why we’re investing billions to extend our network to reach those who need it most. Learn more.   The Memo: Fall in white population could add fuel to nativist fire By Niall Stanage   The United States is more diverse than ever, according to the latest census figures released last week. Read the full story here     At least 304 dead after earthquake in Haiti By Lexi Lonas   At least 304 people are dead in Haiti after a 7.2 magnitude earthquake hit the country on Saturday. Read the full story here         Did a friend forward you this email? Sign up for The Hill Tipsheet       Forward this Tipsheet       Privacy Policy  |  Manage Subscriptions  |  Unsubscribe  |  Email to a friend  |  Sign Up for Other Newsletters   The Hill 1625 K Street, NW 9th Floor, Washington DC 20006 ©2021 Capitol Hill Publishing Corp., a subsidiary of News Communications, Inc.

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