Kaine’s effort to limit Trump’s authority for military action in Iran does not succeed in Senate vote
Senate Democrats Seek to Limit Presidential War Powers Senate Democrats are working to reassert Congress’s war powers, particularly in light of President Donald Trump’s military actions. This initiative follows a contentious vote where Senator Tim Kaine’s resolution to debate the president’s authority to declare war against Iran faced significant resistance in the Senate, primarily along […]
Senate Republicans plan a hopeful Saturday vote for Trump’s significant legislation.
Senate Republicans Aim for Major Tax and Spending Bill Over the Weekend WASHINGTON – Senate Republicans are working this weekend to push through a significant tax and spending bill. Senate Majority Leader John Tune (R-SD) announced that the “ambitious” vote scheduled for Friday at noon would address the multi-billion dollar setbacks in Medicaid spending reforms […]
Will Vice President JD Vance need to cast another tie-breaking vote?
Senate Vote on Trump’s Bill Approaches Vice President JD Vance might cast a pivotal vote in the Senate concerning President Donald Trump’s much-touted “massive and beautiful bill,” particularly if he senses a lack of backing from Republican senators. With a looming deadline around July 4, Republicans are eager to enact certain reforms and measures, especially […]
Seven House Democrats Among Many Vote To Denounce Violent Riots
House Democrats Split on Resolution Condemning LA Riots On Friday morning, seven House Democrats expressed their opposition to a resolution that condemned the riots in Los Angeles. The resolution, introduced by Republican Rep. Young Kim from California, passed with a vote of 215 to 195. Two California Democrats, Jim Costa and Adam Gray, supported it, […]
Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter discusses her ‘trauma’ during the vote for Mamdani
Ella Emov Reflects on Voting Experience On Tuesday, Ella Emov, the stepdaughter of former Vice President Kamala Harris, took to Instagram to share her feelings about the “slight trauma” she experienced while heading to vote in the Democratic mayoral primary in New York City. Emov noted that she was casting her vote at the same […]
Rep. Green’s attempt to impeach Trump fails significantly as the majority of Democrats vote against it.
House Votes Against Green’s Allegations Against Trump The House recently voted in favor of rejecting allegations made by Rep. Al Green regarding President Donald Trump’s decision to target Iran’s nuclear sites. The vote, which happened on a Tuesday, ended with a significant margin: 344 in favor and 79 against. Green, who represents Texas, had accused […]
Democrats vote together to not condemn ‘mostly peaceful’ anti-ICE protests
House Democrats Condemn LA Anti-ICE Riots On Tuesday, House Democrats voted unanimously in favor of a resolution denouncing the violent anti-ICE riots that erupted in Los Angeles, California. The resolution garnered support from 217 Republicans, while 206 Democrats opposed it. The protests against ICE deportations in Southern California featured aggressive actions, including attendees throwing rocks […]
Republican leaders encounter internal resistance and uncertainties regarding the vote on the major proposed legislation.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) is pushing ahead with plans for a vote this week on President Trump’s major legislative proposal, despite hesitation from some GOP members and skepticism about the bill’s prospects. Republicans indicated that Thune, along with other Senate leaders, believe the bill could be voted on before the July 4 recess, […]
Court Ruling May Lead to Trouble for DC Law Permitting Noncitizens to Vote
Court Revives Legal Challenge on Non-Citizen Voting in D.C. An appeals court has recently reinstated discussions around laws that permit non-citizens, including undocumented immigrants, to participate in local elections. A judge appointed by Obama in March 2024 dismissed attempts by plaintiffs to challenge the District’s law allowing certain non-citizens to vote in local elections. However, […]
Days After Abortion Vote, MPs Support Ending Lives of the Ill
Peter Hitchens remarked on the UK’s governance as akin to a “death cult” after supporting labor control votes, coinciding with his stance on decriminalizing abortion until moments before birth. In a recent parliamentary session, British lawmakers endorsed a terminal adult (end of life) bill, securing 314 votes to 291, a margin of 23. This legislation […]