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Adam Elrashidy reports from Washington DC on key news topics. Senate Republicans plan to unveil a police reform proposal, while House Democrats have already presented theirs. The Supreme Court ruled that the 1964 Civil Rights Act protects LGBTQ workers from discrimination. Paul Whelan, a former U.S. Marine, was sentenced to 16 years in Russia for espionage, a move criticized by the U.S. ambassador. The segment concludes with a preview of upcoming news.

What was Paul Whelan accused of that led to his sentencing?

How did the American ambassador to Moscow describe the conviction of Paul Whelan?