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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 · Jul 2

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 · Jul 1

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 · Jun 29

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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 · Jun 29

'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 · Jun 26

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…

Roll Call · Jun 26

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 · Jun 25

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‘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…

Roll Call · Jun 25

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 Guardian - US · Jun 25

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 · Jun 25

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

The Independent UK · Jun 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.

France 24 · Jun 24

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…

Roll Call · Jun 24

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.

International Business Times UK · Jun 24

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Roll Call · Jun 24

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 · Jun 23

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 · Jun 23

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 · Jun 23

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…

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The Independent UK · Jun 22

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

We Got This Covered · Jun 20

Trump sidelines praised Intelligence chief nominee, so now controversial ‘Little Trump’ Bill Pulte is now in charge

Pulte’s sudden promotion has taken everyone by surprise.

The Independent UK · Jun 19

‘I’m the president and you’re not’: Trump’s blunt message to those offering advice revealed

President Donald Trump increasingly faces pushback even from within his White House

The Independent UK · Jun 19

Trump’s GOP alliance starts cracking as Republicans turn on the president

The relationship between President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans neared a breaking point this week

The Independent UK · Jun 18

Vance begs Iran deal critics to have faith in Trump - but Congress isn’t thrilled

ANALYSIS: JD Vance tries to assure conservatives, but comes off sounding much like Obama’s team in 2015, write John Bowden and Eric Garcia

Roll Call · Jun 18

Wrapup: Senate hits spy powers snafu

Senators moved ahead with a bipartisan housing bill this week, paving the way for a final vote once they return from the Juneteenth long weekend. But on another topic, they seemed to go not forward, but back. President Donald Trump sent negotiations to renew a lapsed spy power authority back…

Roll Call · Jun 17

An empty committee room defines Senate-White House relations

An empty Senate Intelligence Committee room summed up the mood Wednesday afternoon during what was supposed to be an easy step in Majority Leader John Thune’s plan to revive a lapsed surveillance authority. Instead, the key spy powers tool, the committee room and senators themselves were left in the dark…

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