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Mitch McConnell's Absence Sparks Thomas Massie Senate Speculation

Rumors surrounding McConnell’s health are putting new attention on one of the GOP’s most unconventional lawmakers.

Reason

CNN star offers stunning update on Mitch McConnell as rumors swirl about former Senate leader’s health

Paramedics responded to the former senate majority leader’s home on June 14 and he has reportedly been hospitalized ever since

The Independent UK

What Is Mitch McConnell's Health Status? Here's How His Absence Let Democrats Force US Troop Withdrawal From Iran

Emergency audio describing a possible cardiac arrest at Mitch McConnell's Washington home has intensified scrutiny of the 84-year-old senator's health and his unexplained absence from the Senate.

International Business Times UK

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Congress faces its own summer heat dome

The sweltering Fourth of July weekend is over, but for both parties in House and Senate leadership, the heat is still cranked up. Both chambers are likely to return next Monday to the same sweat-inducing tangle of legislative problems that left them stumped as they headed out of town at…

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MAGA Florida firebrand Anna Paulina Luna calls out ‘very disrespectful’ Senate Leader over Trump’s latest obsession

Trump has thrown almost all other legislation to the wayside to pass his latest signature bill

The Independent UK

Paramedics Were Called To McConnell's Home For An Unconscious Person. Later That Day He Was Hospitalized

Paramedics responded to a report of an unconscious person at the home of Kentucky Republican Senator Mitch McConnell on the same day the senator was hospitalized, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Mitch McConnell Found Unconscious After Earlier 'Excellent Care' Hospital Assurance

Senator Mitch McConnell was found unconscious at his Washington, DC home, weeks after his office said he was receiving 'excellent care' following hospitalisation without disclosing his condition.

International Business Times UK

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Mitch McConnell found unconscious after ‘heart attack’ last month: reports

The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican received CPR and was rushed to the hospital following the June 14 health incident at his Washington home

The Independent UK

Donald Trump Is Apparently 'Shrinking Into A Giant Shrimp' According To Critics

A photo of Donald Trump with Senator John Thune has reignited debate over Trump's height, challenging the official White House figures and sparking online mockery.

International Business Times UK

Trump 'Holds Affordability Hostage' With Massive Temper Tantrum, Killing Largest Housing Bill in a Generation

President Trump cancels signing a bipartisan housing bill, demanding Congress prioritise voter ID legislation, causing a political standoff and stalling a major housing initiative.

International Business Times UK

'Mad as a Murder Hornet': Trump Explodes in 'Blind Rage' Shouting Match With GOP Senators Over Midterm Fears

Donald Trump's furious 'mad as a murder hornet' clash with Republican senators over the Save America Act exposes his growing panic about the US midterm elections and his party's prospects.

International Business Times UK

Senate college sports bill authors plan talks with House

The authors of a Senate college sports bill say it’s time to bring House Republicans and Democrats into discussions, as the clock is ticking to get the measure to President Donald Trump’s desk before the long August recess. Senate Commerce Committee ranking member Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., said the push to…

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Trump shows Congress who’s the boss as he beats back rebellion and holds the Hill hostage

ANALYSIS: Trump faced down a rebellious GOP Senate caucus on Wednesday and pushed them back into line before they left town, writes John Bowden. But will his voter ID push prevail?

The Independent UK

‘The Senate sucks’: Chambers clash over voter ID bill inaction

Emboldened by President Donald Trump, a core group of House conservatives redoubled their calls for the Senate to pass the voter ID bill known as the SAVE America Act this week, bringing other business to a standstill and tension between the two chambers to a boiling point. The sweeping voter…

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Senate Republicans reject Iran war powers measure after Trump pressure

Late-night vote came hours after US president berated GOP senators over opposition to the conflict

The Independent UK

Trump takes victory lap after Senate GOP caves on Iran resolution

Senate Republicans who were berated by President Donald Trump over opposition to his war in Iran held a late-night vote Wednesday to try to appease him, rejecting a war powers resolution a day after a similar measure passed

The Independent UK

Trump shuts down Congress — again — after tense closed-door meeting

ANALYSIS: Meeting with Senate GOP included a shouting match and, writes John Bowden, threats to blow up Congress’ first (and maybe only) bipartisan pre-midterms win

France 24

Trump pressures congressional Republicans by delaying landmark housing bill over voter ID push

US President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he would not sign a new landmark housing bill until congressional Repulicans pass his proposed SAVE America Act to restrict voting procedures which he has been calling for for months.

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No peace deal for Trump and GOP at Senate lunch

Republicans on Capitol Hill had been hoping to spend the summer touting a rare bipartisan legislative feat, but Donald Trump and his growing anger toward Senate Republicans torched that effort Wednesday. And more trouble could lie ahead, if a tense in-person meeting was any indication. Trump descended on the Capitol…

International Business Times UK

Trump Cancels Bill Banning Hedge Funds from Buying Family Homes — For a Voter ID Law Congress Won't Pass

President Trump cancelled the signing of a major housing bill, delaying relief for families as he prioritises the SAVE America Act, sparking political tension.

Roll Call

Trump halts bipartisan victory lap on housing

Hours before President Donald Trump was scheduled to sign comprehensive housing legislation into law from the Capitol on Wednesday, he abruptly canceled the event, saying he won’t sign it until Congress passes a separate election security measure. “Today’s Housing News Conference and Signing is hereby cancelled until such time as…

Roll Call

Days into his new job, Pulte raises eyebrows in Senate

With Bill Pulte just days into his job acting director of national intelligence, senators on both sides of the aisle are already expressing concern about his performance. Pulte began Friday, after weeks of criticism over his appointment. On Monday, he reportedly began firing intelligence officials and staff at the DNI en…

The Times of India

Pentagon asks Congress for $80 billion as Iran war costs rise

The Pentagon has put forth a request for an additional $80 billion to enhance funding aimed at addressing the ongoing conflict with Iran. This appeal arrives during the Trump administration's drive for elevated defense spending. With certain Democrats expressing trepidation regarding financial implications and war expenditures, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth…

The Economic Times

Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war

The Pentagon is seeking an additional $80 billion, primarily for the ongoing conflict with Iran, adding to President Trump's substantial defense spending proposals. This request faces skepticism from lawmakers concerned about the war's justification and the high cost of living for Americans. While some Republicans see it as an investment…

The Independent UK

Trump’s top Senate ally Lindsey Graham breaks with president on fight over intelligence chief

Trump is losing Lindsey Graham in the fight over Bill Pulte as the president’s relationship with the Senate GOP deteriorates

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