In July 2000, with Clinton on his way out the door and Republicans in control of the Senate, Sen. Patrick Leahy said the Senate could not “afford to follow the ‘Thurmond Rule.’” ...

Senate Democrats are sure to claim that the so-called “Thurmond Rule” requires the confirmation process to shut down early next year. Here’s a close look at this claim; it’s not a rule ...

The U.S. Department of Education recently rolled back gender-identity discrimination protections for students. California's are staying in place.

State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond has issued a public statement and “Dear Colleague” letter to all California local educational agencies (LEAs), in response to the “Dear ...

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) — Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond held a news conference Wednesday morning regarding a string of recent homicides in the city. Thurmond said 13 homicides have ...

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