Minority Rule review: rich history of America’s undemocratic democracy From an absurd Senate where California and Wyoming are equal, to Republican voter suppression, Ari Berman covers it all The Guardian - US · May 5, 2024
Attorney General Merrick Garland Criticized For Stalling Trump Cases Critics question Attorney General Garland's effectiveness in prosecuting cases involving Trump, highlighting concerns about delays and lack of aggression. Top News · May 4, 2024
Trump Reacts To Statements By Mcconnell And Romney In Court Explore contrasting reactions of key Republican figures to the 'Access Hollywood' tape in a courtroom setting, revealing political dynamics and legal battles. Top News · May 3, 2024
Senate Leaders Seek Agreement On Antisemitism Awareness Act Processing Senate leaders are working to advance the Antisemitism Awareness Act to address antisemitism on college campuses using the IHRA definition. Top News · May 2, 2024
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US Lawmakers Address Antisemitic Rhetoric In Gaza Protests US lawmakers address protests over Israel's military campaign in Gaza, with a focus on combating antisemitism and promoting dialogue. Top News · Apr 28, 2024
McConnell: More problems now than WWII "We need to get serious about what we're up against," McConnell says on "Meet the Press" Salon · Apr 28, 2024
Mitch McConnell refuses to say whether he supports a US national abortion ban Senate minority leader says he is ‘not advocating anything at this level’ and that issue is too divisive among lawmakers for consensus The Guardian - US · Apr 28, 2024
Supreme Court Leans Towards Rejecting Trump's Immunity Claims Mitch McConnell opposes absolute presidential immunity, sparking debate over accountability for former presidents and his relationship with Trump. Top News · Apr 26, 2024
Supreme Court appears skeptical of blanket immunity for a former president A majority of justices appeared skeptical of granting a president blanket immunity from prosecution for criminal acts, but it is unclear whether the court would act swiftly to resolve the case. WEKU · Apr 25, 2024
GOP Leaders Push For Ukraine Aid Amid Party Division Senate Republicans McConnell and Johnson lead GOP efforts to aid Ukraine amid Russian invasion, facing internal divisions. Top News · Apr 24, 2024
Biden praises Congress for foreign aid bill and says he will sign it immediately The $95bn package allots funds to Israel, Taiwan and Ukraine, which desperately needs munitions for its war with Russia The Guardian - US · Apr 24, 2024
Dozens arrested in California and Texas as campus administrators move to shut down protests – as it happened More than 60 people, including a journalist, arrested at University of Southern California and University of Texas at Austin. This blog is now closed. The Guardian - US · Apr 24, 2024
US Senate passes Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan bill; Biden to sign on Wednesday US president says new weapons shipment could be on its way to Ukraine as soon as this week. Al Jazeera · Apr 24, 2024
Reason · Apr 24, 2024 The Alarming Implications of Trump's Immunity Claim The Supreme Court will decide whether former presidents can avoid criminal prosecution by avoiding impeachment and removal.
WEKU · Apr 24, 2024 Senate overwhelmingly passes aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan with bipartisan vote The bill passed the Senate on an overwhelming 79-18 vote late Tuesday after the House had approved the package Saturday. Biden is expected to quickly sign the legislation.
Top News · Apr 24, 2024 Senate Passes Billion Aid Package For Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan Senate passes billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, emphasizing bipartisan support and global responsibilities.
France 24 · Apr 24, 2024 US Senate passes $95 billion aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan The Senate has passed $95 billion in war aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debate over how involved the United States should be in foreign wars.
Roll Call · Apr 23, 2024 Senate looks to clear aid bill Tuesday night with no amendments - Roll Call Senate leaders decided to power through opponents' speechifying in hopes of clearing aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan by Tuesday night.
The Guardian - US · Apr 23, 2024 US Senate passes $95bn in aid for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan The Senate, in a bipartisan super-majority, overwhelmingly voted to advance the measure, which Joe Biden is expected to sign
International Business Times · Apr 20, 2024 Senate Greenlights Continuation Of FISA Surveillance Program Senators voted 60-34 to forward the bill to President Biden's desk shortly after the midnight deadline.
Top News · Apr 19, 2024 Senate Works To Renew Key Surveillance Tool Before Deadline Senate leaders navigate disagreements over FISA renewal, balancing national security and privacy concerns amidst pressure to act promptly on funding bill.
Top News · Apr 18, 2024 Senate Proceeds To Debate On FISA Renewal Bill Senate debates renewing FISA Section 702 with bipartisan support and opposition. Urgency due to impending expiration.
Roll Call · Apr 18, 2024 At the Races: Impeachment impact - Roll Call The CQ Roll Call newsroom tracks campaigns nationwide, sharing the best stories with some extras, in the At the Races newsletter.
Latin Times · Apr 17, 2024 Senate dismisses impeachment articles against DHS Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas Democrats voted to rule the articles unconstitutional because they did not constitute "high crimes and misdemeanors"