Rubio says both Russia and Ukraine must make concessions to end war Secretary of state nominee defends Trump’s foreign policy vision and his own hawkish record in Senate hearing The Guardian - US · Jan 15, 2025
An early look at potentially vulnerable senators in 2026 - Roll Call Democrats looking to flip the Senate in 2026 will need to make gains in states that have swung decidedly Republican in recent years. Roll Call · Jan 7, 2025
Pete Hegseth Meets With Republican Senators Ahead Of Confirmation Hearings Pete Hegseth, Trump's defense secretary pick, meets with key senators amid misconduct allegations. Top News · Dec 3, 2024
Canada's First Female Military Chief Defends Women In Combat Gen. Jennie Carignan, Canada's first female military chief, defends women's role in combat amid debate sparked by U.S. senator's comments. Top News · Nov 23, 2024
Shaheen poised to make history on Senate Foreign Relations - Roll Call Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-N.H., will make history next year by becoming the first woman among leaders of the Senate Foreign Relations panel. Roll Call · Oct 31, 2024
Bipartisan Senate bill prods US to help end Sudan war - Roll Call A group of senators revealed draft legislation to push the U.S. into taking a more active diplomatic role in ending Sudan's civil war. Roll Call · Oct 3, 2024
‘Ukraine must defend itself’: Washington leaders dismiss Putin’s war talk Russian leader’s warning of potential direct war with Nato regarded as sabre-rattling to weaken support for Ukraine The Guardian - UK · Sep 13, 2024
Senators welcome G7 deal to use Russian assets to aid Ukraine - Roll Call Senators pushed to use frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine rebuild from the damage caused by Russia's invasion in 2022. Roll Call · Jun 13, 2024
Bureau of Land Management shrinks proposed size of controversial Idaho wind farm project The federal Bureau of Land Management's preferred alternative for a proposed large-scale wind energy farm in southern Idaho would shrink the size by nearly half and keep it farther away from a national historic site The Independent UK · Jun 11, 2024
As House readies a vote on Israeli arms, Democrats whip members in opposition - Roll Call The House plans to vote on a bill that would force the administration to ship approved arms to Israel, as Democrats seek unity in opposition. Roll Call · May 15, 2024
Congress Urges Release Of Russian Opposition Figure Members of Congress push for the release of Russian opposition figure Vladimir Kara-Murza Jr., imprisoned for criticizing the war in Ukraine. Top News · Apr 10, 2024
US Senators Approve F-16 Sale To Turkey U.S. Senate approves F-16 sale to Turkey in exchange for not blocking Sweden's NATO accession, despite concerns about Turkey's behavior. Top News · Mar 1, 2024
Senate supplemental receives frosty reception from some members - Roll Call The Senate supplemental package got a frosty reception from lawmakers in both chambers and across the political spectrum on Monday. Roll Call · Feb 5, 2024
Senate Foreign Relations approves Lew to be Israel envoy - Roll Call Senate Foreign Relations Committee backs Jacob J. Lew to be ambassador to Israel at a crucial time for Middle East policy. Roll Call · Oct 25, 2023
Roll Call · Oct 18, 2023 GOP senators criticize Israel envoy nominee over work on Iran deal - Roll Call Republican senators question the role played in the Iran nuclear deal by the nominee to be U.S. ambassador to Israel.
The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2023 Ukraine aid left out of US government funding package, raising questions about future support Congressional supporters of Ukraine say they won’t give up
The Independent UK · Oct 1, 2023 Ukraine aid left out of government funding package, raising questions about future US support Congressional supporters of Ukraine say they won’t give up after a bill to keep the federal government open excluded President Joe Biden’s request for more security assistance for the war-torn nation
Roll Call · Aug 31, 2023 At the Races: Labor Day blues - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories, with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.
France 24 · Jul 10, 2023 NATO unity to be tested at Vilnius summit, Ukraine entry biggest challenge As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues with no end in sight, NATO's much-celebrated unity faces fresh strains when leaders gather for their annual summit this week in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 10, 2023 NATO unity will be tested at upcoming summit. Ukraine’s possible entry may be the biggest challenge Some members prefer allowing Ukraine into the alliance as a stand against Russia. Others fear admitting Ukraine could be seen as a provocation that could enlarge the conflict.
The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2023 NATO's unity will be tested at summit in Vilnius NATO leaders have celebrated their unity in the face of Russia's invasion of Ukraine
Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2023 US senators introduce bill for restoration of Tunisia’s democracy The legislation acknowledges that President Kais Saied has taken steps to undermine Tunisia’s democratic institutions.
Roll Call · Jun 15, 2023 Risch blocks Hungary arms package over Sweden's stalled NATO bid - Roll Call Sen. Jim Risch put a hold on an arms export package to pressure Hungary to stop blocking Sweden's NATO admission.
Tribune News Service · May 23, 2023 Lawmakers seek to ease defense export controls to UK, Australia WASHINGTON — Lawmakers have high expectations for a new trilateral security partnership between the United Kingdom, United States and Australia to significantly boost not only the three allies’ maritime positions in the Indo-Pacific vis-à-vis China but also to accelerate and deepen their collective abilities in next-generation defense technologies.
Roll Call · May 23, 2023 Lawmakers seek to ease defense export controls to UK, Australia - Roll Call Lawmakers want to ease weapons export controls for Australia and the UK but some suspect the administration is dragging its feet.