‘Bureaucratic cruelty’: 9/11 responders and survivors shaken by US health cuts World Trade Center healthcare program for people affected by attacks is in turmoil over Trump officials’ overhaul The Guardian - US · Apr 13, 2025
Elon Musk’s China briefing highlights possible advantages for SpaceX and Tesla, which have billions in fed contracts and deep ties to China Musk’s rocket company SpaceX has $22 billion in contracts with the federal government. Fortune · Mar 22, 2025
‘80 years of lies and deception’: is this film proof of alien life on Earth? A provocative new documentary that argues for the existence of extraterrestrials has drawn gasps and criticism at the SXSW film festival The Guardian - US · Mar 12, 2025
Senate poised to advance landmark crypto bill, Warren warns of Elon Musk 'controlling' financial system The Senate is expected to mark up a stablecoin bill on Thursday. Fortune · Mar 12, 2025
Workforce cuts raise concerns over national park upkeep - Roll Call Staffing cuts at the National Park Service are emerging as a test of public support for efforts to slash the federal workforce. Roll Call · Mar 11, 2025
Social Security advocates are ringing alarm bells about Elon Musk and DOGE “We cannot risk the catastrophic consequences should this very personal data fall into the wrong hands.” Fortune · Feb 25, 2025
Dems still don't know how to fight Trump Outside groups, frustrated at ineffective opposition, have urged supporters to give Democrats an earful Salon · Feb 15, 2025
Key Takeaways: Senate Confirmation Grilling Of Trump National Intelligence, FBI Chief Picks Tulsi Gabbard, Kash Patel Tulsi Gabbard and Kash Patel faced senators Thursday in an intense atmosphere that at one point saw one lawmaker raise his voice – from Gabbard's speech on refusing to be a political "puppet" to Patel's "Would You Rather" responses. International Business Times · Jan 31, 2025
Sen. Gillibrand Questions Gabbard On Tiktok Ownership Concerns Tulsi Gabbard's views on TikTok ownership, data privacy, and free speech rights in the digital age. Top News · Jan 30, 2025
Democrats accuse Republicans of rushing Hegseth confirmation despite questions on qualifications, past Democrats accused Republicans of speeding up Hegseth’s nomination amid the numerous allegations of impropriety The Independent UK · Jan 23, 2025
Biden claims ERA is "law of the land" Despite Biden's proclamation, the ERA cannot become law without further action by Congress or the courts Salon · Jan 17, 2025
These Lawmakers Actively Use TikTok Even After Voting To Ban It With just hours to go before it is set to shut down, many senators and representatives are still posting on the app they claim is too dangerous for the rest of us to use. Reason · Jan 17, 2025
‘Law of the land:’ Biden signals Equal Rights Amendment should be ratified The outgoing US president called on others to ‘affirm’ the amendment, which bars discrimination on the basis of sex. Al Jazeera · Jan 17, 2025
Senators grill Hegseth over allegations Senators prodded the SecDef nominee over alcoholism and sex abuse allegations, as well as a lack of qualifications Salon · Jan 14, 2025
The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025 Republicans blustered for months on Hegseth’s questionable nomination. Then they did Trump’s bidding Republicans seem more than happy to drag Hegseth across the finish line, while Democrats miss easy layups, Eric Garcia and Andrew Feinberg write
Latin Times · Jan 14, 2025 Elizabeth Warren Uses Hegseth's Own Words To Call Out Sudden 'About Face' On Women In Military: 'We've Got The Video Sen. Warren got into a heated exchange with Pete Hegseth about his views
International Business Times · Jan 14, 2025 Elizabeth Warren Uses Hegseth's Own Words To Call Out Sudden 'About Face' On Women In Military: 'We've Got The Video' Sen. Warren repeatedly threw the nominee for Defense Secretary's own words back at him in a heated exchange about his views on women in combat.
The Independent UK · Jan 14, 2025 Dem senators skewer Pete Hegseth over his ‘denigrating’ views on women in the military Hegseth was challenged over his comments about women in the military by senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Jeanne Shaheen and Elizabeth Warren
Latin Times · Jan 14, 2025 Pete Hegseth Dodges Question About Using Military Force to Take Panama Canal In Tense Confirmation Hearing Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) questioned Hegseth about whether he would follow orders to that effect.
International Business Times · Jan 14, 2025 Pete Hegseth Dodges Question About Using Military Force to Take Greenland In Tense Confirmation Hearing Donald Trump's Defense Secretary nominee Pete Hegseth dodged a question about using military force to take over Greenland during his confirmation hearing.
Latin Times · Jan 14, 2025 Pete Hegseth Pledges to Appoint 'Senior Position' to Tackle Sexual Assault in Military After Being Grilled on Accusations of His Own Sen. Joni Ernst, a leader in the fight against sexual assault in the military, asked him if he would commit to making such a decision, to which Hegseth agreed
Top News · Jan 14, 2025 Sen. Gillibrand Challenges Hegseth On Women In Military Stance Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand challenges nominee on views about women in the military, emphasizing equal opportunities and standards in the armed forces.
Al Jazeera · Jan 14, 2025 Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Pentagon pick, faces Senate confirmation hearing US senators grill Hegseth, a former Fox News host who has Republican backing, over past statements and controversies.
Top News · Jan 6, 2025 Sen. Gillibrand To Lead Democrats' Senate Campaign In 2026 Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand leads Democrats in 2026 Senate campaign, focusing on early voter engagement and key issues.
Roll Call · Jan 6, 2025 Kirsten Gillibrand gets Schumer's nod to lead DSCC - Roll Call New York Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand will chair the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee for the 2026 midterm cycle.