Roe v. Wade bill, Russia celebrates Victory Day, Philippines elections: 5 things to know Monday

Sen. Schumer to file cloture on bill that would make Roe v. Wade law

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., plans to file cloture Monday on a bill that would make Roe v. Wade a law. Schumer's action would also set up a vote on the bill later this week. Making Roe v. Wade a law would head off a Supreme Court decision that could leave states the sole authority on whether to restrict abortion. The decision to move swiftly on legislation follows the leak of a draft opinion from the Supreme Court Monday that suggests the nation's highest court will overturn the landmark case that guaranteed the constitutional right to abortion. The Women's Health Protection Act of 2022, which was introduced last week, does not have the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster in the 50-50 Senate, but it marks Democrats' first legislative attempt to enshrine the right to abortion into law since the leak.

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Russia celebrates Victory Day, Putin says troops in Ukraine 'fighting for the motherland'

During a military parade on Victory Day, a national holiday in Russia to mark the Soviet Union’s defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, Russian President Vladimir Putin said his troops in Ukraine were "fighting for the motherland, its future." But Putin did not, as some analysts and Western officials expected, use his speech in Moscow's Red Square on Monday to declare a full mobilization or "war" against Ukraine. He did not allude to any nuclear-related threats, another aspect of his address some observers were watching for. There was no declaration of victory. In brief remarks at the parade, Putin accused the West of preparing the ground for "an invasion of our land" and said NATO was an "obvious threat to Russia." The annual parade showcases Russia's military power and involves thousands of military hardware and hundreds of aircraft.

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Ferdinand Marcos Jr., son of late dictator, may become next president of the Philippines

Ferdinand Marcos Jr., son of the late dictator Ferdinand Marcos Sr., who bilked the country out of billions and ruled for years with an iron fist, could become the next president of the Philippines during Monday’s elections. Marcos Jr.'s running mate is vice presidential candidate Sara Duterte, who is the daughter of outgoing President Rodrigo Duterte. The latest polls show both Marcos Jr. and Duterte with seemingly insurmountable leads in their races, which are held separately, despite family history and ongoing legal issues. Marcos' biggest challenger, Leni Robredo – the current vice president who defeated Marcos in his bid for that office in 2016 – has mobilized a groundswell of support and has drawn huge crowds, but she is still polling at less than half his number.

Havana hotel death toll rises as dogs aid in search for survivors

Rescue crews continue to search for survivors Monday after an explosion at a luxury hotel in Havana, Cuba's capital on Friday. The death toll of the powerful explosion increased to 31 Sunday evening as search crews with dogs hunted through the rubble of the building, looking for people still missing. The Hotel Saratoga, a five-star 96-room hotel, was preparing to reopen after being closed for two years when an apparent gas leak ignited, blowing the outer walls into busy streets just a block from the country’s Capitol building. The Health Ministry said the dead included four minors, a pregnant woman and a Spanish tourist, whose companion was seriously injured. The ministry also said 54 people were injured, with some 24 hospitalized. Authorities said the cause of the explosion was still under investigation, but they believed it to have been caused by a gas leak.

Hundreds of day cares closed as educators go on strike

Hundreds of child care providers in 27 states and Washington, D.C., are going on strike Monday to remind policymakers how essential they are not only to families but to the nation’s economy too. Early childhood professionals – and the parents they serve – say they’re fed up with the lack of progress on policy promises such as better wages and expanded subsidies. Few providers make much of a profit and many are in the red. Center closures are one of various ways organizers will be taking action Monday as part of "A Day Without Child Care: A National Day of Action." Some will be taking students (and any interested parents) on field trips to rally state capitols or city halls, or to celebrations at parks. Others have simply asked parents to wear to work pins with statements such as "I wouldn't be here today without child care."

Contributing: The Associated Press

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Roe v. Wade bill, Victory Day, Philippines elections: 5 things to know Monday