Kristi Noem Encounters Difficult Questions from Senate Democrats
Senate Hearing on Immigration Spending Plan The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) supports Kristi Noem’s appearance before the Senate today as lawmakers discuss the Democrats’ spending proposal for 2026 in the committees on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. The hearing, led by Rand Paul (R-KY), focused on visa workers. Several Democrats participated, seemingly motivated by […]
RFK Jr. faces criticism during Senate hearing on research funding reductions and anticipated farming report
On Tuesday, HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced challenging inquiries from the Senate Budget Committee while justifying the significant cuts proposed in the Trump administration’s 2026 budget. This marked Kennedy’s third Congressional budget hearing, and lawmakers from both parties expressed worries about the potential impact these cuts, including the halting of funding subsidies, would […]
Senate unanimously establishes Trump’s ‘No Tax on Tips’ policy as law
Senate Approves Trump’s Policy Unanimously The Senate has passed President Donald Trump’s general policy without dissent. On Tuesday, he received 100 votes, thanks to the efforts of Senators Ted Cruz from Texas and Jackie Rosen from Nevada, who were pivotal in advancing the legislation. This reflects a key point in Trump’s campaign, prominently featured in […]
Senate Republicans plan to reject California’s EPA waiver this week, according to Thune.
Senate Republicans to Vote on California Emissions Waiver Senate Republicans have announced plans to vote this week on whether to revoke California’s emissions waiver granted by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This waiver allows California to implement stricter vehicle emission standards than those set at the federal level, including a requirement that all vehicles sold […]
GOP Challenges Senate Democrats on Recent Filibuster Worries as EV Mandates Are at Risk
Senate Republicans are pushing back against Democrats who are trying to change California’s position as a national leader in electric vehicle (EV) initiatives. Democratic leaders in the Senate have accused their GOP counterparts of undermining the foundational principles of the Senate by advancing measures that would permit California to prohibit the sale of new gas-powered […]
Senate Democrats Collaborate with Republicans to Endorse Key Trump Campaign Commitment in Unexpected Action
Senate Moves to Eliminate Taxes on Tips The Senate unexpectedly passed a bipartisan bill on Tuesday aimed at eliminating taxes on tips by a unanimous vote of 100-0. This legislation, proposed by Republican Senator Ted Cruz from Texas, would exempt tips from federal income taxation. Its passage is seen as a significant commitment for President […]
Watch live: Noem speaks to the Senate about the DHS budget
On Tuesday morning, Homeland Security Secretary Christie Noem is scheduled to testify before the Senate regarding the budget request for 2026. Noem’s statements, presented to the Senate Homeland Security Committee, indicate that the Trump administration is focused on enforcing a strong immigration and border policy. This includes actions like significantly limiting FEMA’s scope and pursuing […]
Senate moves forward with unique cryptocurrency legislation after Democrats initially opposed it due to Trump’s crypto agreements.
Senate Advances Stablecoin Regulation Bill The Senate voted on Monday evening with a tally of 66-32 to move forward with a bill aimed at regulating stablecoins, a specific type of cryptocurrency. Initially, earlier this month, Democrats had voted to block the legislation due to concerns regarding President Trump’s trading activities within the cryptocurrency sphere. This […]
Senate Moves Forward with Stablecoin Legislation, Setting the Stage for Final Approval
Senate Advances Stablecoin Act On Monday night, the US Senate voted to proceed with the Stablecoin Act, effectively overcoming the procedural hurdle that would allow full consideration of the bill. Senators achieved the necessary 60-vote threshold quite comfortably. This step is designed to usher the law into a more extensive discussion phase prior to a […]
US Senate advances GENIUS stablecoin legislation
US Senate Advances Stablecoin Regulation Bill Update (May 20, 3:17am UTC): The following article includes updated statements from Senators concerning the Genius Act. The US Senate has voted to move forward with a significant stablecoin regulation measure after prior attempts to advance it were blocked by a Democratic senator, who raised concerns about President Donald […]