Congress battles the Trump administration to maintain a larger US military presence in Europe and Korea
New National Security Strategy from Trump Administration Recently, the Trump administration issued a statement regarding its national security strategy. It emphasized that the era of the U.S. providing extensive support across the global order is coming to an end. The administration noted that allies should take more initiative in ensuring the security of their regions. […]
Congress restricts cuts to military forces in Europe and South Korea
Congress Takes Steps to Maintain Military Presence in Europe and South Korea Congress is advancing measures that will place limits on how the Pentagon can manage troop deployments in Europe and South Korea, aiming to address concerns from allied nations. The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2026, finalized by negotiators from the House and […]
FBI confronts new transparency regulations in Congress’ defense legislation
Republican Measures in Defense Bill Push for FBI Transparency in Elections This year’s defense policy bill, backed by Republicans, aims to broaden the scope of defense-related policies while also enhancing the FBI’s transparency regarding American elections. A significant element of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which stretches over 3,000 pages, mandates that the FBI […]
As Congress debates ACA subsidies, an alternative solution appears.
Reforming U.S. Healthcare Costs Craig Garthwaite, who leads the health care program at Northwestern University and has co-authored a new paper for the Aspen Economic Strategy Group, discusses potential reforms aimed at making health care cheaper and more efficient. As the debate around extending Affordable Care Act subsidies heats up this week, millions are facing […]
Congress has a limited time to tackle rising healthcare premiums before the end of the year, with just nine meeting days left in 2025.
Congress Returns to Tackle Health Care and Premium Costs After a week-long Thanksgiving break, Congress has reconvened, facing a tight deadline as lawmakers attempt to address the rising costs of health insurance premiums. They need to act by the end of the year, although insurance companies must take specific actions by January 15. The time […]
Marjorie Taylor Greene will be featured on ’60 Minutes’ before her departure from Congress.
Marjorie Taylor Greene to Appear on “60 Minutes” Before Resignation Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene is set to appear on CBS News’ “60 Minutes” just ahead of her announced resignation from Congress next month. The show has teased her interview, which will be with Lesley Stahl and marks Greene’s first sit-down since she made her departure […]
Congress members turn to personal insults rather than focusing on lawmaking
Let’s face it: politics feels personal, and that connection is palpable on Capitol Hill. Sure, lawmakers managed to pass legislation to reopen the government during the shutdown, but they missed plenty of opportunities to criticize one another. The Senate stayed active, allowing only a few bills to get traction, including measures aimed at the release […]
Congress takes steps to restrict Trump’s military actions in the Venezuela area
Congress Looks to Gain Control Over Military Operations in the Caribbean As scrutiny intensifies regarding the Trump administration’s military actions in the Caribbean, Congress is aiming to assert more control over these operations. Some lawmakers have raised questions about the legality of recent actions, particularly a series of strikes aimed at curbing drug trafficking into […]
Retirement of Pelosi and Greene brings $38 million annual benefit for former lawmakers into focus: ‘Abolish pensions in Congress’
A significant number of Congress members, including Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) and Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.), are set to retire without pursuing re-election next year, leading to an estimated taxpayer expense of around $38 million annually in pension benefits. The unexpected announcement of Greene’s retirement, along with the substantial pension Pelosi will receive after […]
Admiral Bradley refutes claim that Hegseth instructed Congress to ‘kill them all’
Clarification on Military Orders Regarding Counter-Drug Operations Adm. Mitch Bradley responded to lawmakers about a statement made by Secretary of the Army, Pete Hegseth. Hegseth had claimed he never issued an order to eliminate all survivors during counter-drug operations, even though he expressed uncertainty regarding the justification of “double tap” strikes. According to reports, Hegseth […]