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Amanda Becker

Amanda Becker is the Washington correspondent for  The 19th*. She has covered the U.S. Congress, the White House and elections for more than a decade.
Politics

How Trump Nominees could Make Project 2025 a Reality

If they succeed, they'll redefine rights, systems and cultural norms for all Americans.
Politics

What to Know About Matt Gaetz, Trump’s Controversial Pick for AG

The Justice Department investigated Gaetz over sex trafficking accusations.
Sexual Health + Identity

The Supreme Court Just Signaled How the Next President Could Impact Abortion Access — No Legislation Needed

A Texas case showed we're having the wrong conversation about candidates and abortion.
Politics

GOP Senate Candidates Say Women Are ‘Indoctrinated’ and ‘Crazy’ on Issue of Abortion

Tim Sheehy in Montana and Bernie Moreno in Ohio have both criticized women for being “single-issue voters” on abortion.
Voices

The DNC Asks: What If Men Led With Empathy?

From Tim Walz to his son Gus, men at the DNC are displaying the true range of masculinity.
Politics

The Republican Party’s Official Platform Would Give Rights to Fetuses

The move endangers both abortion and IVF.
Politics

This Anti-Abortion Group Is Behind State Laws That Restrict Abortion

They've created at least 400 anti-abortion bills in more than 40 states.
Government

Jessica Cisneros Is Taking on the Last Anti-Abortion U.S. House Democrat

Cisneros narrowly lost the primary in 2020. This time, she thinks she can win.