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Dianne Feinstein dodges calls to resign

Members of her own party called for her to step down after her absence prevented judicial confirmations

Salon

Dianne Feinstein bows to pressure and asks to be ‘temporarily’ replaced on judiciary panel

The California Democrat’s continued absence has led to others to call on her to resign

The Independent UK

Feinstein asks to be temporarily replaced on Judiciary Committee amid calls to resign

The move could help Senate Democrats advance more federal judges for confirmation. Feinstein, the oldest member of Congress, hasn't cast a vote since Feb. 16.

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Scoop: Schumer lays groundwork for Congress to regulate AI

He's seeking expert feedback for a bill.

Axios

US National Guard helicopter deaths are linked to operator errors, GAO finds

Crashes have killed 28 U.S. National Guard helicopter crew members outside of combat over a decade because of operator errors — from overconfidence to not following standards — according to a review by Congress’s oversight agency.

Tribune News Service

Senate Democrats seek to "temporarily" substitute Sen. Dianne Feinstein on Judiciary panel

Feinstein's prolonged absence has sparked calls from some Democrats for her to resign.

Axios

Second expelled Democratic lawmaker reinstated to Tennessee House

County officials voted unanimously to return Memphis-area state Rep Justin Pearson to the state House

The Independent UK

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Schumer calls Trump’s bluff on defunding the FBI

Mr Schumer says Mr Trump and Republicans “must not subjugate justice and public safety because of their own personal grievances”

The Independent UK

Schumer to corner GOP with resolution shutting down Trump call to "defund" DOJ and FBI

It's a reversal from the usual dynamic of the 118th Congress.

Axios

‘What next?’ Schumer lambasts Texas judge’s abortion pills ruling

Democrats including Senate majority leader warn of ‘dangerous new precedent’ set by ruling and vow to fight it

The Guardian - US

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Expelled Tennessee rep has council support to return

Tribune News Service

Schumer, McConnell issue statement condemning Russian arrest of US journalist Evan Gershkovich

The Russian arrest of American journalist Evan Gershkovich drew a rare joint statement from Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, who demanded the reporter’s immediate release on Friday.

Tribune News Service

Russia formally charges US journalist with spying, Tass says

Russia has formally charged Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich with spying, Russian state media reported, citing people familiar with the case.

Tribune News Service

US Senate leaders demand Russia release American journalist

The two top leaders of the U.S. Senate are demanding the immediate release of Evan Gershkovich

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Schumer and McConnell call for Russia to release WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich in rare joint statement

‘Let there be no mistake: journalism is not a crime,’ party leaders say

Al Jazeera

Republicans and Democrats react to Trump’s New York arraignment

Figures from across political spectrum weigh in on the criminal charges against former US President Donald Trump.

The Independent UK

Immigration reform stalled decade after Gang of 8's big push

Nearly four decades have passed since federal immigration laws got a major rewrite

Al Jazeera

Reactions to Donald Trump’s indictment

The charges come as Trump seeks the Republican nomination to run again in 2024.

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As debt ceiling talks stall, Speaker McCarthy says GOP may move its own bill

President Biden and Speaker McCarthy continue to spar over the next steps in negotiations on the debt ceiling. The country faces a historic default if no deal is reached before the summer deadline.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Senate Passes Bill to Repeal Iraq War Authorizations

The US Senate voted Wednesday to repeal the 2002 Iraq war Authorizations for the Use of Military Force (AUMF) against Iraq. Senators voted 66-30 to repeal the 2002 AUMF and the 1991 authorization, and the legislation now goes to the House of Representatives for a vote, after which it will…

The Independent UK

House GOP pushes sprawling bill to 'unleash' American energy

House Republicans are set to approve a sprawling energy package that counters virtually all of President Joe Biden’s agenda to address climate change

Chicago Sun-Times

Senate votes to repeal Iraq War approval many see as mistake

Senators voted 66-30 to repeal the 2002 measure that gave President Bush the green light to invade Iraq and the 1991 authorization that sanctioned the U.S.-led Gulf War.

The Guardian - US

‘Not going to let our military be politicised,’ says Republican delaying nominees over abortion

Defense secretary Lloyd Austin asks Tommy Tuberville of Alabama to lift ‘hold’, while Democrat Chuck Schumer issues firm rebuke

Al Jazeera

US Senate votes to advance repeal of Iraq War authorisation

The final vote to end two Iraq war authorisations clears a key procedural hurdle, as the Senate decides to limit debate.

The Independent UK

Twenty years on, reflection and regret on 2002 Iraq war vote

The October 2002 votes in the House and Senate to authorize war with Iraq were grave moment in American history that would have reverberations for decades

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