Postmaster Louis DeJoy said the “rational” price increase is part of his plan to strengthen the postal service’s finances. Source
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Biden unveils record $6 trillion budget for 2022
The White House argues now is the time to spend big. Source
Idaho governor repeals mask mandate ban issued while he was away
Idaho Governor Brad Little said the executive order signed by the lieutenant governor while he was away was “an irresponsible, self-serving political stunt.” Source
After Washington, D.C., sues Amazon, 5 states consider action
The e-commerce giant faces scrutiny for alleged monopolistic practices from U.S. regulators and five states, according to reports. Source
Many gig workers set to lose unemployment benefits in June
Twenty GOP-led states plan to cut pandemic assistance for nearly 1 million self-employed workers. These include many housekeepers, dog walkers and Uber drivers. CBS MoneyWatch reporter Aimee Picchi has been following this story closely. She joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero to discuss why this is happening and what it means for freelance employees. Source
Suspect found guilty in killing of Iowa student Mollie Tibbetts
20-year-old Mollie Tibbetts vanished while on a jog in 2018 and was later found stabbed to death. Source
Senate to take up sweeping voting rights bill in June
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said that the Senate will consider it at the end of June, though it’s likely to be blocked by Republicans. Source
U.S. to accelerate court cases of some migrant families
U.S. immigration judges will generally be expected to issue decisions within 300 days of a family’s first court hearing. Source
Sen. Schumer says “shame” on Republicans for blocking January 6 commission
Senate Republicans on Friday voted to block a bill to create a 9/11-style commission to investigate the January 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. Democrats failed to reach the 60-vote threshold. CBS’ Natalie Brand joins CBSN’s Tanya Rivero for a closer look at what this means going forward. Source
Vaccination lotteries spark concerns of gambler relapse
California is the latest state to launch a special lottery in an effort to get residents vaccinated. The incentive to get shots into arms is being praised by the White House, but people with gambling problems don’t agree. Executive director of the National Council on Problem Gambling Keith Whyte joined CBSN to explain why. Source