US Senate unveils $118bn deal on border, aid for Israel and Ukraine President Joe Biden urges Congress to swiftly pass bill after months of wrangling over immigration and support for Kyiv. Al Jazeera · Feb 5, 2024
US Senate Unveils Text Of Border Security, Ukraine Aid Bill US senators on Sunday released the text of a much-anticipated deal that would unlock billions in new aid for Ukraine and Israel while tightening US border laws -- although its prospects for becoming law are unclear. International Business Times · Feb 5, 2024
Negotiators release $118 billion border bill as GOP leaders call it dead in the House Senate negotiators have reached an agreement on a $118 billion bipartisan bill to address the U.S. border with Mexico. The Senate is expected to hold an initial procedural vote on the bill this week. WEKU · Feb 4, 2024
Fani Willis criticizes ‘wild and reckless’ speculation in conflict of interest claims by former Trump staffer – as it happened Fulton DA who leads election case against Trump confirms relationship with prosecutor but denies wrongdoing amid ‘extraordinary’ invasion of privacy The Guardian - US · Feb 2, 2024
US Senators Set Vote On Precarious Ukraine Aid Package The US Senate will vote next week on a border security package that would unlock vital aid for Ukraine, Democrats announced Thursday, as President Joe Biden hailed a $54 billion package approved by the war-torn nation's European allies. International Business Times · Feb 1, 2024
Senate to vote next week on bipartisan border bill, Schumer says Top Senate Democrat gives timetable for vote on border security bill tied to Ukraine aid as Trump urges lawmakers to reject deal The Guardian - US · Feb 1, 2024
Why the Border Security Deal is on the Brink of Collapse Even Before the Release of the Bill's Text Negotiators are frustrated as a faction within the Republican party is already rejecting the deal after months of calling for it Latin Times · Feb 1, 2024
Pro-Palestinian protesters at Biden events cast shadow on his re-election effort President dogged by anti-Gaza war crowds everywhere he goes over support for Israel despite the heavy cost in civilian lives The Guardian - US · Jan 31, 2024
Senator Chuck Schumer calls for federal shutdown on Zen nicotine pouches This news report highlights Senator Chuck Schumer's call for a federal shutdown on Zen nicotine pouches due to concerns over its impact on young people. Top News · Jan 25, 2024
Chuck Schumer Attacks Lifesaving Zyn Nicotine Pouches Zyn pouches are a dramatically safer alternative to smoking. Reason · Jan 24, 2024
Could a divided Jewish base upend US Democrats’ presidential hopes? Poll indicates President Joe Biden’s stance on Israel’s war in Gaza has divided Jewish voters along generational lines. Al Jazeera · Jan 22, 2024
Biden signs measure to avert shutdown but Ukraine aid remains frozen Hard-right Republicans ensure chances of more money and weapons for Kyiv hinge on immigration reform negotiations The Guardian - US · Jan 19, 2024
First Thing: US Congress passes last-minute stopgap bill to avert government shutdown The shutdown would have started at 12.01am on Saturday. Plus, Netanyahu says he opposes creation of Palestinian state after war The Guardian - UK · Jan 19, 2024
‘So sad and scared’: Asylum fears mount as White House hints at border deal Biden White House wants lawmakers to approve Ukraine aid, which Republicans have premised on new asylum restrictions. Al Jazeera · Jan 18, 2024
International Business Times · Jan 18, 2024 Congress Passes Stopgap Funding Bill To Avert Government Shutdown The short-term measure was cleared by the House late Thursday, hours after the Senate passed it.
International Business Times · Jan 17, 2024 Biden Holds Tough Ukraine Aid Talks With US Congress Chiefs Washington's vital military assistance for Ukraine's fight against Russian invasion has dried up.
Top News · Jan 16, 2024 Possible government shutdown looms as Senate votes on spending bill Get the latest updates on the potential government shutdown as the Senate prepares to vote on a short-term spending bill. Learn about the ongoing negotiati...
The Independent UK · Jan 15, 2024 Congress to vote on Schumer-Johnson deal to avert government shutdown Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he will put the Continuing Resolution on the Senate floor on Tuesday
WEKU · Jan 15, 2024 Top Congressional leaders prepare for votes on a stop-gap spending bill Top leaders in the House and Senate agreed this weekend on a bill that would extend government funding in two-tiers with some programs expiring on March 1 while others would be extended to March 8.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 14, 2024 ‘It only takes one to be real and it changes humanity for ever’: what if we’ve been lied to about UFOs? The continuing lack of transparency about UFOs in the US is causing concern not only about the existence of aliens but about the psychological fallout of uncovering a conspiracy
WEKU · Jan 14, 2024 Congress leaders agree on stopgap bill extending government funding to March Congressional leaders are preparing a stopgap bill to keep the federal government running into March and avoid a partial shutdown next week.
The Guardian - US · Jan 14, 2024 Congress agrees on stopgap bill to fund federal government into March US media reports congressional leaders have agreed on a ‘continuing resolution’, which extends deadlines
Top News · Jan 12, 2024 Speaker Johnson resists pressure, considers short-term funding extension House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing pressure from Republicans to walk away from the Speaker Johnson resists pressure, considers short-term funding extension.66 trillion spending deal. He is considering a short-term funding e...
Salon · Jan 12, 2024 Johnson left blindsided by MAGA rebels Can Mike Johnson corral the rebels in his own caucus quickly enough to keep the government open and hold his seat
Top News · Jan 12, 2024 Hardline conservatives threaten to derail bipartisan spending deal on Capitol Hill In this news report, we learn about the division among Republicans over a top-line spending deal that could potentially lead to a government shutdown. The ...