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Congress weighs its say as Iran war escalates
americas2 hours ago

Congress weighs its say as Iran war escalates

The US Senate is poised to vote on a war powers resolution challenging President Trump’s push toward military action against Iran, a rare congressional check in a five‑day conflict unfolding without a clear exit strategy. A House vote is expected soon, but both chambers face tough odds in a Republican‑controlled Congress, and Trump would likely veto any measure. The debates signal lawmakers’ positions on the war as regional tensions rise and U.S. troops’ fates and the conflict’s costs come under scrutiny.

Congress Divided Over Iran War Ahead of Senate Vote
politics3 hours ago

Congress Divided Over Iran War Ahead of Senate Vote

A divided Congress grapples with the Trump administration’s large-scale strikes on Iran as a Senate vote approaches. Democrats say the administration hasn’t provided a clear, imminent threat or consulted Congress, while most Republicans back the action though some warn against mission creep. Both the Senate and House are preparing votes aimed at curbing presidential war powers, but are expected to fail due to near-unanimous GOP opposition, highlighting persistent anxiety over an open-ended conflict and the administration’s shifting justifications for the strikes.

House tightens path to funding with final bills ahead of shutdown deadline
politics1 month ago

House tightens path to funding with final bills ahead of shutdown deadline

The House plans a Thursday vote on the final four FY funding bills—Defense; Labor, Health and Human Services, Education; Transportation/HUD; and Homeland Security—as the Jan. 30 deadline to avert a shutdown nears, with GOP leverage and Democratic calls for DHS reforms; after House passage, the measures head to the Senate for swift action to prevent a partial shutdown.

Senate Approves Funding Bill to End Government Shutdown
politics3 months ago

Senate Approves Funding Bill to End Government Shutdown

The U.S. Senate passed a short-term funding bill to end the government shutdown, sending it to the House, which is expected to vote on it as early as Wednesday. The bill would fund the government through January 30 and some agencies for the rest of the fiscal year, with the Senate voting 60-40 in favor. The House is returning to Washington to consider the bill, aiming to reopen the government promptly.

Congress Moves to Impose New Russia Sanctions Amid Political Tensions
world5 months ago

Congress Moves to Impose New Russia Sanctions Amid Political Tensions

US lawmakers Lindsey Graham and Brian Fitzpatrick are attempting to attach a comprehensive Russia sanctions bill to a government funding measure, leveraging the threat of a shutdown to push for stronger sanctions and secondary measures targeting countries buying Russian oil, amidst ongoing tensions over Ukraine and US policy responses.

world5 months ago

Senators Urge Stronger Russia Sanctions Amid Ukraine Escalation

Senate Majority Leader Thune highlights increased interest in passing Russia sanctions legislation amid recent provocations by Moscow, including drone incursions and attacks on Kyiv, with bipartisan support and White House negotiations ongoing. Meanwhile, other political developments include confirmations related to the Federal Reserve, immigration policy impacts, offshore wind projects, and efforts to disclose Jeffrey Epstein files, all amidst looming government funding debates and judicial rulings on federal officials.

US House Speaker Mike Johnson Visits Israeli West Bank Settlement to Show Support
world7 months ago

US House Speaker Mike Johnson Visits Israeli West Bank Settlement to Show Support

U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson made an unannounced private visit to a settlement in the occupied West Bank, marking a rare and significant visit by a high-ranking U.S. official, and expressed support for Israeli claims to the territory. The trip, organized by a pro-Israel advocacy group, included meetings with Israeli officials and plans to visit Gaza, highlighting ongoing U.S.-Israel relations amid regional tensions.