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Senate Democrat Says McConnell's Vote Means There's 'Hope' Republican Colleagues Can Break From 'Trump Cult'

Sen. Richard Blumenthal says Mitch McConnell's vote against Tulsi Gabbard's confirmation signals hope that Republicans can break from Trump's influence.

Latin Times · Feb 13, 2025

‘It’s a money game to them’: a son takes on UnitedHealth over his elderly father’s care

Robby Martin has joined a lawsuit against UnitedHealth after the insurance giant cut off his father’s nursing home coverage – five days later his father died at home

The Guardian - US · Feb 13, 2025

'Ethnic cleansing' or 'Make Gaza Beautiful Again'?: Trump’s Middle East decree divides MAGA faithful

Lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle have been left divided after the president proposed that the U.S. ‘own’ the war-torn territory

The Independent UK · Feb 5, 2025

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Sen. Blumenthal Prepared To Hold DOJ Nominees Amid Concerns

Democratic Senator Blumenthal ready to place holds on Trump's DOJ nominees, citing concerns over administration's actions.

Sen. Blumenthal Questions FBI Pick Kash Patel's Transparency

Sen. Blumenthal raises concerns about Kash Patel's lack of transparency in disclosing grand jury testimony related to Trump's handling of classified records.

Takeaways from the US Senate confirmation hearing for FBI pick Kash Patel

Democrats push Patel to account for his calls to prosecute journalists and dismantle the FBI’s headquarters.

Al Jazeera · Jan 30, 2025

Senate Confirms Sean Duffy As Transportation Secretary Amid Funding Freeze

Senate confirms Sean Duffy as head of Department of Transportation despite Democratic opposition over funding freeze.

Outrage as Biden Pardons Drug Trafficker Convicted in "Vicious Murder" of Boy and Mother: 'Terrible Miscarriage of Justice'

Biden's controversial pardon of Adrian Peeler, convicted in a brutal double murder, sparks bipartisan outrage and calls for clemency reform.

Latin Times · Jan 23, 2025

Family outraged after man convicted in Connecticut killings gets clemency from Biden in drug case

A Connecticut man who was convicted in one of the state’s most notorious murder cases was one of the nearly 2,500 people whose federal drug-related prison sentences were commuted by former President Joe Biden in his last days in office

The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2025

Experts cautious on designating drug cartels as terrorist groups - Roll Call

A Trump executive order could designate Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations; experts have expressed caution on that approach.

Roll Call · Jan 21, 2025

Senate panel advances Trump pick to lead Homeland Security - Roll Call

A Senate committee on Monday evening advanced the nomination of Kristi Noem to become the next secretary of Homeland Security.

Roll Call · Jan 20, 2025

Trump DHS Nominee Kristi Noem Clashes With Democrat Over 'Keeping Families Together' At Border in Tense Exchange

President-elect Donald Trump's nominee to be the next Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, Kristi Noem, got into a tense exchange with Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal (D) during her Senate confirmation hearing on Friday.

Latin Times · Jan 17, 2025

Kristi Noem won’t say if she would withhold disaster aid if Trump asks: ‘Leadership has consequences’

Trump’s nominee for massive cabinet job rebuffs ‘hypothetical’ question as he threatens California fire relief

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2025

Senators React To Supreme Court Ruling On Tiktok Ban

Senators express differing views on TikTok ban and potential sale, highlighting national security concerns and the need for alternative solutions.

Senator Blumenthal Urges Focus On Homegrown Terrorism Threats

Senator Blumenthal and Governor Noem discuss the importance of addressing homegrown terrorism alongside national security threats.

Roll Call · Jan 17, 2025

Homeland Security pick details immigration policy plans - Roll Call

Kristi Noem on Friday sailed through a confirmation hearing to be the next secretary of Homeland Security.

Pam Bondi Defends FBI Director Pick Amid Controversy

Confirmation hearing tensions arise as U.S. Attorney General nominee Pam Bondi defends FBI director pick Kash Patel's controversial remarks.

Roll Call · Jan 14, 2025

Kristi Noem largely glides unnoticed amid other Trump picks - Roll Call

Homeland Security secretary pick Kristi Noem may face questions on her experience with national security at a confirmation hearing Wednesday.

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Republican Sen. Banks Urges Swift Confirmation For Defense Nominee

Republican Senator criticizes Democrats for delaying confirmation hearings, raising concerns over national security implications.

Roll Call · Jan 9, 2025

Senate votes to move forward on immigration bill - Roll Call

The Senate voted to take up a bill that would impose stricter measures on undocumented migrants who commit certain crimes.

Republican Senator Banks Criticizes Democrats Over Nominee Confirmation Delays

Republican Senator Banks pushes for prompt confirmation of Hegseth for Department of Defense amidst Democrat delays.

Latin Times · Jan 3, 2025

Pete Hegseth's Confirmation Still In Doubt As Senate Panel Seeks Additional Information On Damning Allegations

The inquiries, conducted in early December, follow allegations of sexual assault and financial mismanagement, allegations Hegseth denies.

The Independent UK · Dec 18, 2024

US effort to curb China's and Russia's access to advanced computer chips 'inadequate,' report finds

The U.S. Commerce Department’s efforts to curb China’s and Russia’s access to American-made advanced computer chips have been “inadequate” and will need more funding to stymie their ability to manufacture advanced weapons

Roll Call · Dec 18, 2024

How McConnell could remain a thorn in Trump's side next Congress - Roll Call

Republicans and Democrats expect Sen. Mitch McConnell will remain a thorn in Donald Trump's side even without a leadership role.

Pressure Mounts On House Speaker To Pass Kids Online Safety Act

Bipartisan pressure mounts on House Speaker Mike Johnson to advance the Kids Online Safety Act, balancing concerns about free speech implications.

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