Senator Proposes Legislation to Stop Pay for Lawmakers During Shutdown
Sen. John Kennedy’s Proposal During Government Shutdown Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana has announced plans to introduce two bills aimed at withholding salaries for members of Congress amid the ongoing government shutdown. These bills, named the “No Shutdown Paychecks for Politicians Act” and the “Withhold Paychecks for Lawmakers During Shutdown Act,” were reported by FOX […]
Lawmakers from both parties challenge the Trump administration about attacks on suspected drug boats.
A bipartisan group of Congress members is pressing the Trump administration for more details regarding ongoing U.S. military strikes against suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean and Eastern Pacific. They’re particularly interested in understanding the legal justifications being used. Four representatives from the House Armed Services Committee—Seth Moulton (D-Mass.), Don Bacon (R-Neb.), Jason Crow (D-Colo.), […]
36-day government shutdown raises concerns for public safety, GOP lawmakers caution
Government Shutdown Raises Public Safety Concerns A former federal prosecutor, now a congressman, is raising alarms about the ongoing government shutdown, warning that it poses increasing safety risks for the public. Representative Brad Knott from North Carolina recently sent a letter to Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, highlighting the alarming situation for those tasked with […]
Lawmakers believe it’s time to permanently end the Daylight Saving practice.
Calls to End Daylight Saving Time Gain Momentum As Americans have just adjusted their clocks for daylight saving time, Republican Rep. Vern Buchanan from Florida is advocating for its repeal. He states, “It’s clear that Americans want to stop changing their clocks twice a year. My bill would end this outdated practice.” Buchanan, along with […]
Jim Jordan calls on Verizon and AT&T to provide data from the Jack Smith investigation into Republican lawmakers.
Republicans Demand Communication Records from Verizon and AT&T Republican members of Congress are pressing Verizon and AT&T for information on how they assisted the FBI in acquiring the phone records of several current Republican officials. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) sent a letter to these telecom giants, asking for details about communications linked […]
Shutdown matches record as lawmakers face challenges in reaching a funding agreement
Government Shutdown Reaches 35-Day Mark The government shutdown has now reached its 35th day, matching the longest shutdown in U.S. history. This current situation began on October 1 when Congress failed to agree on a budget plan. As a result, many federal employees are on furlough, while others are working without pay. The impact is […]
Lawmakers optimistic that Election Day will mark a change in the battle over the shutdown
Lawmakers from both the Democratic and Republican parties are looking for Tuesday’s election to potentially shift their strategies regarding the ongoing government shutdown. The shutdown’s impact is being felt more acutely nationwide, yet both sides agree that no resolution is likely until the election concludes. Some Democrats believe a significant win could compel Republicans to […]
European lawmakers examine the campaign strategy of NY socialist Zohran Mamdani.
European Politicians Look to New York for Campaign Inspiration Left-wing politicians from Europe are heading across the Atlantic to examine campaign strategies they believe could lead to political recovery back home. One shining example is Zoran Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist and congressman from New York. His grassroots campaign has garnered attention not only in Queens […]
California lawmakers call on Johnson to reconvene House during shutdown: ‘We need to communicate’
California Representative Scott Peters (D) and Representative Kevin Kiley (R) are urging House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-Louisiana) to reconvene Congress after a two-month government shutdown, which has halted most legislative activities. “We really need to have a conversation,” Peters expressed on NewsNation’s “The Hill” with host Chris Stirewald. “I’ve been through three long shutdowns, but […]
Remove the judge who approved surveillance on Republican lawmakers’ phones
Sen. Ted Cruz Calls for Impeachment of Judge Boasberg Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) has urged the House to impeach U.S. District Judge James Boasberg for allegedly aiding the FBI in accessing the phone records of Republican lawmakers during the Biden administration. This came during a press conference where Cruz expressed strong criticism regarding the FBI’s […]