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The Iran war has brought Israel to a new low point with Democrats in Congress

Several lawmakers told Axios they can no longer support U.S. funding even for defensive weaponry.

Axios · Apr 15

This week: Iran war powers and expulsion talk

As Congress returns from recess, Democrats in both the House and Senate plan to force votes regarding the U.S. military’s campaign against Iran this week, just as President Donald Trump is announcing a new naval blockade amid a two-week ceasefire. “Upon our return, we will force another vote on the…

Roll Call · Apr 13

Activists outraged after mining company announces plans to dig for rare earth elements next to US National Park

The proposed mining site is just outside the boundaries of Joshua Tree National Park — and reportedly part of the habitat of an endangered desert tortoise

The Independent UK · Mar 30

Some Democrats scouring their finances for fear of a Trump prosecution: "No one is safe"

"Many are going through mortgages, tax returns, etc," one senior House Democrat said.

Axios · Sep 29, 2025

Trump admin cancels $679 million for offshore wind projects as attacks on reeling industry continue

The Transportation Department has canceled $679 million in federal funding for a dozen offshore wind projects

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2025

Rep. Lauren Boebert hints Trump administration is working to rename DC the ‘District of America’

‘Next up, you know it may end up being the ‘District of America’ that we’re working on’, Boebert scolded at opposition lawmakers

The Independent UK · Mar 26, 2025

It's time to sue Congress

Members of Congress face a lawsuit for funding Israel’s war on Gaza

Salon · Jan 3, 2025

Nancy Pelosi is now trying to tank AOC’s committee ambitions after helping orchestrate Biden’s fall, report says

A number of ranking members on various panels who are in their seventies are facing challenges from younger colleagues

The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024

Seniority shakeup? House Democrats test committee norms - Roll Call

As they plot out their committee moves for the next Congress, Democrats in the House are grappling with questions of age and seniority.

Roll Call · Dec 5, 2024

‘We all have our eyes wide open’: Trump critics brace for dark time of retribution

Public officials targeted by Trump say they’re preparing for extreme scenarios, including possibility of being arrested

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2024