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Sam Lisker

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Washington, D.C.
As seen in: E. W. Scripps Company, MSN, USA Today, CBS News, WCPO-TV (Cincinnati, OH), WPTV-TV (West Palm Beach, FL), WXYZ-TV (Southfield, MI), Spectrum News NY1, WCSH-TV (Portland, ME), WFTS-TV (Tampa, FL), KNXV-TV (Phoenix, AZ) and
Covers:  Politics, Capitol Hill, White House
Doesn't Cover: Entertainment
Senior Congressional Producer @scrippsnews. Yacht Rock connoisseur. 🛥️ Likes & RTs ≠ endorsements ✉️: sam.lisker@scripps.com 💬: slis.96 on Signal
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What was it like to witness the historic US Supreme Court hearing?

What was it like to witness the historic US Supreme Court hearing?

Scripps News — Scripps News' Ava-joye Burnett described what it was like to witness the historic U.S. Supreme Court hearing on whether or not Trump should be on the D.C. ballot.
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Top GOP candidates Haley, DeSantis hosted in Iowa at key debate

Top GOP candidates Haley, DeSantis hosted in Iowa at key debate

Scripps News — Top Republican candidates Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis were hosted in Iowa at a key GOP debate on Wednesday. Hours before the debate, a major update came when former New Jersey governor Chris Christie ended his New Hampshire-focused campaign.
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Fetterman buys $343 Cameo video of ex-Rep. Santos to troll Menendez

Fetterman buys $343 Cameo video of ex-Rep. Santos to troll Menendez

Scripps News — Sen. John Fetterman, who has repeatedly called for Sen. Bob Menendez's resignation, spent $343.20 to have ousted Rep. George Santos create a trolling video targeting the twice-indicted New Jersey senator.
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GOP nominates Rep. Steve Scalise for House speaker

GOP nominates Rep. Steve Scalise for House speaker

Scripps News — When Republicans cast their votes for the speaker on the House floor, they will require at least 217 votes to secure Scalise as speaker.
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Biden signs last-minute bill to avoid government shutdown

Biden signs last-minute bill to avoid government shutdown

Scripps News — BREAKING: The Senate has given the green light to a short-term funding bill, extending government operations at their current funding levels for an additional 45 days. President Biden is expected to sign it, averting a government shutdown.
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Harrison Floyd, defendant in GA election case, talks with Scripps News

Harrison Floyd, defendant in GA election case, talks with Scripps News

Scripps News — Harrison Floyd spoke with Scripps News' @Avajoye about his time in the Fulton County Jail. He is charged in connection with the the alleged scheme to overturn the 2020 presidential election in Georgia.
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SCOTUS Hears Arguments in NCAA Student Athlete Compensation Case

SCOTUS Hears Arguments in NCAA Student Athlete Compensation Case

Spectrum News Central NC — Justices appeared sympathetic to student athlete arguments.
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Tenant Advocates: More Housing and Renters Assistance Needed

Tenant Advocates: More Housing and Renters Assistance Needed

Spectrum News — For homeowners and renters, assistance is available to help stay afloat during the ongoing financial crisis in the U.S. However, tenant advocates say the relief isn't enough.
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Hotel Association Releases Coronavirus Safety Guidelines

Hotel Association Releases Coronavirus Safety Guidelines

Spectrum News — The coronavirus is changing the hospitality industry. As hotels start to reopen, the American Hotel & Lodging Association - AHLA released new guidelines in an effort to keep employees and guests safe. I spoke with association CEO Chip Rogers to learn how these changes could impact your future visits.
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AARP Asking for More Transparency from Nursing Homes

AARP Asking for More Transparency from Nursing Homes

Spectrum News — The AARP is asking families with loved ones in nursing homes to be advocates for them. This is because some facilities in the US are not sharing data regarding coronavirus cases. But, a new order by President Trump could change that. I spoke with their VP of State Advocacy, Elaine Ryan, to learn more.
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What's Missing from the Latest Relief Bill?

What's Missing from the Latest Relief Bill?

Spectrum News — The latest #coronavirus expansion bill includes relief for small businesses, economic disaster loans and testing, among others. The House will be voting on the package today. So... what's missing from it?
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America's Counties Are Asking for More Relief Funding

America's Counties Are Asking for More Relief Funding

Spectrum News — With a deal nearing for more #coronavirus relief funding in DC, the National Association of Counties wants to ensure that America's counties get their fair share. In my latest piece for Spectrum News DC, CEO Matthew Chase says that county services are under pressure. "This is not a partisan issue."
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AARP Warning Consumers of New Scams

AARP Warning Consumers of New Scams

Spectrum News — Coronavirus scams are evolving, and the AARP is warning consumers about new ways fraudsters are trying to steal your money. I saw down with the organization's Director of Fraud Prevention programs to learn more about these sophisticated scams.
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Mental Health America Seeing 'Severe Anxiety' Rise in Daily Screenings

Mental Health America Seeing 'Severe Anxiety' Rise in Daily Screenings

Spectrum News — According to Mental Health America, the coronavirus crisis is affecting the mental well-being of people across the U.S. The non-profit says that they are starting to see a rise in Americans screening daily for severe anxiety. The group is encouraging Americans to seek professional help if they're experiencing symptoms of this clinical condition.
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FTC and Government Check Scams

FTC and Government Check Scams

Spectrum News — Fraud is on the rise as the coronavirus takes aim at the U.S. economy. The Federal Trade Commission is asking Americans to be wary of scammers posing as government officials.
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Powering Rural America During Coronavirus

Powering Rural America During Coronavirus

Spectrum News — Over 40 million Americans rely on electric cooperatives for power and utilities. I spoke with NRECA CEO Jim Matheson about what these co-ops are doing to keep workers safe, while also keeping the lights on for customers.
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The American Red Cross Needs Blood

The American Red Cross Needs Blood

Spectrum News — Due to #COVID19, many blood drives are canceling. I sat down with April Phillips, a spokesperson for the organization, who says that the Red Cross is taking extraordinary measures to keep workers and donors at blood drives safe. She says that there is no evidence that #coronavirus can be caught by a blood transfusion.
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Are Mass Shootings Contagious?

Are Mass Shootings Contagious?

Spectrum News — Like a disease outbreak, can mass shootings also be contagious? According to researchers at Arizona State University, it is a possibility.
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Gun Violence Rising in U.S.

Gun Violence Rising in U.S.

Spectrum News — Mass shootings last weekend left over 30 dead and dozens injured in #ElPaso and #Dayton. We talked to the Executive Director of the Gun Violence Archive, and learned that these shootings are a part of a bigger, disturbing trend in the U.S.
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