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 […]
Senate Democrats unite with dismissed State Department workers to protest job cuts
Protests Erupt Over Layoffs at State Department On Friday, Senate Democrats rallied alongside State Department employees against the Trump administration’s decision to lay off 1,300 workers. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) voiced strong opposition, stating during a protest outside the department’s headquarters, “This is not America’s first. It’s an American retreat. And we don’t want […]
Rep. Haley Stevens’ Connection to Joe Biden Shadows Her Michigan Senate Race
Joe Biden’s days on the campaign trail are over, but the implications of his presidency still weigh heavily on candidates, particularly in Michigan, where Rep. Hailey Stevens (D-MI) is vying for a Senate seat. Recent opinion polling indicates that Stevens, who is heavily connected to Biden through her congressional voting record, faces unique challenges in […]
Senate takes steps to restrict Trump’s authority on military aid to Ukraine
Senate Moves to Limit Trump’s Policies on Ukraine The Senate is working to restrict some of the policies from President Trump’s administration regarding Ukraine, as there’s growing tension and uncertainty around U.S. support for the country. Officials and allies are expressing concerns about potential changes in assistance. Recently, Trump consented to restart arms supplies to […]
Senate Democrats challenge Rubio over State Department job cuts: ‘a measure of last resort’
Senate Democrats on the Foreign Relations Committee are pressing Secretary of State Marco Rubio for clarification regarding the layoffs of thousands of State Department employees. They are concerned that these sudden job cuts could erase vital expertise and talent. The panel sent a letter to Rubio just as the State Department began notifying employees about […]
Senate committee endorses $500 million in assistance for Ukraine
Senate Approves $500 Million Defense Package for Ukraine The Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) has recently endorsed a $500 million defense support package for Ukraine amid rising tensions with Russia. On July 9th, the committee voted on the 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), an annual piece of legislation designed to fund the Department of […]
Paxton’s divorce revelation shakes up the Republican Senate primary in Texas
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced on Friday that he has raised a notable $2.9 million for the Republican Senate race over the last three months. This comes as he faces a turbulent backdrop of personal and political challenges. Paxton, a known ally of former President Donald Trump, has had a controversial history but remains […]
Senate Democrat asks Noem about delay in responding to reported flooding in Texas
Senator Andy Kim from New Jersey recently criticized the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) policy decisions, labeling them as some of the “stupidest” he’s encountered. This comes amid ongoing concerns over the federal response to the recent devastating flash floods in Texas. During an MSNBC appearance, he expressed his frustration, stating, “For administrations focusing on […]
US Senate Approves Former Bitfury Executive to Head OCC Banking Regulator
Gould Confirmed as Head of U.S. OCC Office Jonathan Gould, who formerly held the position of Chief Legal Officer at Bitfury, has officially been appointed to lead the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), following a vote in the Senate. The Senate voted in favor with a majority of 50-45 on Thursday. […]
Texas Senate Race for Cornyn’s Position Intensifies as Paxton Separates from Wife
Trump Meets GOP Leaders Ahead of 2026 Elections Recently, President Trump gathered with Senate GOP leaders, including Senator John Toon and members from the Senate Leadership Fund. The discussion centered around key races for 2026, particularly the anticipated contest in Texas involving Senator John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton. Reports indicate the White House […]