Moulton supports Congressional age cap
The Salem congressman also slammed President Trump as “acting like a child” for his response to the "No Kings" protests over the weekend.
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As field to replace Moulton grows, disappointment in Democrats a common theme
The candidates jumping into the race say they're unimpressed with their party’s response to Trump. -
Budget axe kept on shelf as state holds line on revenue expectations
Despite economic and policy concerns, the estimate for state tax collections this budget year will not be marked down for now. -
Moulton launches Senate bid, challenging Markey
The congressman says it’s “time for a new generation of leadership.” -
Healey calls for review of energy costs in hopes of avoiding major spikes this winter
The governor is asking state utility regulators to find charges that can be removed or reduced on electric and gas bills. -
Mass. state reps say they can afford to spend more as they override Healey's budget vetoes
Votes Wednesday would restore more than half of what Healey cut from the state's $60 billion budget. -
Somerville OKs Israel divestment question on 2025 ballot
The decision comes as peace talks begin on the eve of the two-year anniversary of the Oct. 7 attack on Israel. -
Connection between street list, voter registration questioned
A proposal to sever the tie between the annual street list and voter registration status to reduce voting barriers in Massachusetts has the backing of voting rights advocates, but met resistance from the office in charge of summoning jurors and raised questions for the Senate’s election laws point person. -
Hopes fade for quick end to shutdown as Trump readies layoffs and cuts
Democrats have chosen to rally on the issue of health care, believing it could be key to their path back to power in Washington. -
State mental health commissioner stepping down
The departure follows a contentious budgeting cycle at the agency after the Healey administration attempted to slash half of the case manager workforce. -
State Sen. Edward Kennedy of Lowell dies at 74
The Senate president’s notice did not mention a cause or date of death.
