Momentum builds among PA Dems to impeach Trump, a pair of veteran newsmen call it quits after storied careers, and a county may be on the hook to pay nearly $70 million for a federal class action lawsuit. All of that and more are in this week’s Ups and Downs.
May 31st Playbook
Another Pennsylvania Democrat made public their support for impeachment proceedings for President Trump. Here is the Playbook.
Support For Impeachment Grows Among PA Dems
At the beginning of the month, only one member of Pennsylvania’s congressional delegation supported impeachment proceedings for President Donald Trump, but momentum in the Democratic Party is favoring the progressive wing.
Politically Uncorrected: Should we or shouldn’t we?
65% oppose impeaching President Donald Trump.
May 30th Playbook
Gov. Wolf is renewing his push for broader LGBTQ protection laws in the state amid changes in the ACA. PoliticsPA asks our readers when will the state budget be signed? Here is the Playbook.
Reader Poll: When Will the State Budget Be Signed?
Gov. Tom Wolf’s budget proposal calls for no new taxes, while pushing for some progressive initiatives.
May 29th Playbook
The special election date is set for August 20 to fill the state House seat vacated by Congressman Fred Keller. Here is the Playbook.
Raja To Step Down As Allegheny County GOP Chair
The Allegheny County GOP chair said he never intended on seeking another term and wanted to resign to give the party enough time to choose a successor.
Carney: The Words They Utter
The former PA Congressman talks about what Memorial Day means to the country and what is expected from our leaders.
HD85: Special Election Set for August 20
The seat was vacated by Fred Keller, who won his bid for Congress last week.