Senate Democrats request a hearing with the DOJ whistleblower before the Bove vote.
Democrats Push for Hearing on Trump’s Judicial Nominee Democratic members of the Senate Judiciary Committee are pressing Republicans to organize a swift hearing regarding whistleblower allegations from the Justice Department. These accusations involve President Trump’s nominee, Emil Bove, who allegedly suggested that the DOJ act contrary to court orders. Erez Roubeni, who was dismissed from […]
House conservatives urge the Senate to maintain Trump’s $9.4 billion budget cuts
Conservative Group Urges Senate to Uphold Trump’s Rescue Package A conservative faction in the House is pressing the Senate to keep President Donald Trump’s rescue package unaltered, especially as they perceive a rise in spending cuts on the horizon. The Republicans face a deadline regarding a bill that’s essentially a legislative manifestation of the White […]
Mike Waltz will be questioned about Signal messages during a Senate hearing for a UN position.
UN (AP) — Mike Waltz, nominated by Donald Trump to be the ambassador to the United Nations, is set to face questions from lawmakers on Tuesday. The former Republican House representative is slated to appear before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for his confirmation hearing, which comes after months of delays, including the withdrawal of […]
Senate Approves Trump’s Initial Judicial Selection to Take Over for Obama Appointee
Senate Republicans Confirm Trump Appointee Whitney Hermandorfer After the passage of a significant legislative bill, Senate Republicans are now turning their attention to confirming President Donald Trump’s judicial nominees. The Senate confirmed Whitney Hermandorfer on Monday evening to serve on the Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati, Ohio. This confirmation comes as the […]
Senate Democrat: Putin will be pleased about State Department job cuts
State Department Layoffs Viewed Positively by Putin, According to Sen. Van Hollen During a CNN interview on Monday, Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) expressed that he believes the recent layoffs at the State Department, affecting hundreds of employees, are seen as a positive development by Russian President Vladimir Putin. “I think those who celebrate this […]
Senate to consider Trump’s DOGE reductions
A GOP bill aimed at limiting federal funding is set to be presented to the Senate this week, facing significant pushback from some Republicans concerned about proposed cuts to public broadcasting and foreign aid. As the deadline approaches this Friday, GOP lawmakers are considering legal implications while taking steps known as rescue packages, which are […]
Paul thinks the Senate vote on cuts to NPR and PBS will be “very tight.”
Senator Rand Paul (R-Ky.) remarked on Sunday that President Trump’s request to cut funding for public broadcasters such as NPR and PBS might lead to a “very close” vote in the Senate. “I think it’s really tight. I can’t say for sure if things will be settled ahead of time, but I can’t in good […]
Republicans are keenly anticipating Lara Trump’s choice regarding the North Carolina Senate seat.
There’s growing interest among Republicans for Lara Trump to enter the North Carolina Senate race, especially after Senator Tom Tillis announced he would not run for reelection. Lara Trump, who is married to President Trump’s son Eric and previously served as a co-chair of the Republican National Committee, is seen as a strong contender if […]
Trump leaves Republicans uncertain about Texas Senate endorsement
President Trump is pondering whether the Republican Party will back the Texas GOP Senate primary, which is closely watched as Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) faces off against Attorney General Ken Paxton. This week, Trump met with Senate Majority Leader John Tune (D) and others from the Senate Leadership Fund to strategize about various Senate races, […]
Senate Republicans confront a critical decision on ending the global HIV program
Senate Republicans are hesitant about cutting the widely supported global HIV/AIDS program, PEPFAR, as they approach a July 18 deadline to vote on President Trump’s initial funding request. Last month, during a call to Congress, Trump proposed eliminating the $900 million budget allocated for the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). The House has […]