Major government union demands clear continuing resolution to resolve shutdown
The largest union for federal workers is urging an end to the ongoing government shutdown as it reaches day 27. In a statement released on Monday, Everett Kelly, the National President of the American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE), insisted that “the time has come” for Congress to pass a clean continuing resolution to reopen […]
Republicans might take drastic measures to resolve the shutdown
A troubling scenario is unfolding. What once felt like an exaggerated fear is now edging closer to reality: Senate Republicans might trigger a filibuster to end the ongoing government shutdown. This would represent a significant departure from tradition, paving the way for unilateral control in Washington. Removing the 60-vote requirement for most Senate votes would […]
Trump approves agreements to resolve the conflict between Cambodia and Thailand — criticizes UN for inaction.
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia On Sunday, President Trump criticized the United Nations for engaging in peace and trade agreements with Cambodia, Thailand, and Malaysia. He emphasized the need to bolster U.S. economic relationships in return for reduced tariffs. The 79-year-old president noted that the peace agreement, which formalized a ceasefire he negotiated in July, could potentially […]
Serbia open to facilitating talks to resolve the Ukraine conflict with Russia
Serbia Proposes Hosting Peace Talks Between Ukraine and Russia In a recent exclusive interview, Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric expressed that Belgrade is prepared to facilitate peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. He emphasized that Serbia, given its friendly relationships with all involved parties, aims to provide a neutral ground for discussions. “We hope to […]
Ranchers claim that Argentina’s beef imports won’t resolve corporate concentration issues.
The U.S. government’s recent initiative to increase imports of beef from Argentina is being presented as a strategy to reduce prices for American consumers. However, some critics argue this approach fails to address the root cause of high grocery costs: the concentration of the meat processing industry in the U.S. Currently, four major companies—Tyson, JBS, […]
Pilots’ group urges lawmakers to quickly resolve government shutdown
Pilots Association Urges Congress to End Government Shutdown The pilots association has taken a stand amid the ongoing government shutdown, urging U.S. lawmakers to approve a “clean continuing resolution” to reopen government agencies. They emphasize the increasing pressure on airport workers, attributing it to airport closures that have resulted from the current situation. Jody Leven, […]
Chip Roy suggests using a drastic measure on Senate filibuster to resolve shutdown
On Monday, Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) proposed considering a “nuclear option” to put an end to the government shutdown, suggesting it could help bypass the Senate’s 60-vote requirement for reopening. Roy mentioned to reporters, “We need to look at the 60-vote threshold, which we really are.” Under current Senate rules, most legislation requires a 60-vote […]
Chip Roy suggests using the nuclear option on the Senate filibuster to resolve the shutdown.
On Monday, Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) proposed employing a “nuclear option” to resolve the ongoing government shutdown, suggesting it might be necessary to bypass the Senate’s filibuster rules that require a 60-vote majority to reopen the government. “We need to reconsider the 60-vote threshold, which we really are,” Roy mentioned to reporters. Senate rules stipulate […]
Democratic senators worry about facing backlash after ‘No Kings’ to resolve the shutdown
Some Democrats are privately expressing concern that their leadership’s firm stance against reopening the federal government could lead to a backlash from their liberal base if they vote in favor of the Republican funding bill. Grassroots activists unhappy with the Trump administration staged “No King” protests nationwide, drawing millions on Saturday to voice their discontent […]
Trump suggests Ukraine may not require Tomahawks to resolve the conflict while Zelensky promotes a drone agreement.
Trump Meets with Zelensky, Discusses Ukraine and Russia Relations WASHINGTON — President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, expressing hope that Ukraine wouldn’t resort to using Tomahawk missiles to resolve its conflict with Russia. This conversation came in light of President Zelensky’s recent agreement to provide drones to the U.S. in return […]