Trump gives up on Ed Martin pick for US attorney in DC - Roll Call President Donald Trump said Thursday he would pull Ed Martin’s nomination to be U.S. attorney for the District of Columbia. Roll Call · May 8, 2025
Trump to nominate Mike Waltz as UN ambassador President Donald Trump has removed Mike Waltz as national security adviser and instead will nominate him for United Nations ambassador. Roll Call · May 1, 2025
Democrats accuse Elon Musk of using DOGE position to save billions in tax liabilities Musk’s role in DOGE ‘may allow him to evade oversight, derail investigations, and make litigation disappear whenever he so chooses—on his terms and at his command,’ the Democrats wrote The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2025
Trump weakens US defenses against foreign interference as risks rise Senate finds efforts by Saudi Arabia and others to meddle in US policy growing in ‘scope, sophistication and reach’ The Guardian - US · Apr 11, 2025
Senate Democrats looking to block Trump nominees over administration’s ‘lawlessness’ Move follows bipartisan support for some Trump Cabinet picks, including Marco Rubio The Independent UK · Apr 8, 2025
How two veteran lawmakers sum up parties’ views on Trump’s economic agenda - Roll Call Veteran lawmakers’ differing views shows how far apart many Republican and Democratic members are on Trump's economic agenda. Roll Call · Apr 8, 2025
Musk conflict complaints appear moot with Trump in charge - Roll Call Complaints about Elon Musk’s potential conflicts of interest won't go before independent watchdog agencies. Roll Call · Mar 18, 2025
Democrats demand investigation into Musk over possible criminal corruption Leading figures urge Pam Bondi to examine ‘Mr Musk’s activities at the FAA’ amid conflict-of-interest concerns The Guardian - US · Mar 17, 2025
Weather Agency Plans Firing 1,000 Employees, VA Layoffs May Begin In June Amid Democratic Outcry The NOAA is reportedly planning to lay off over a thousand personnel after it already fired 1,300 workers, and the VA is looking to pursue its plan of laying off some 80,000 workers as early as June. International Business Times · Mar 10, 2025
Trump hit a law firm with an executive order severely limiting the government from working with it. The same firm represented Hillary Clinton's campaign A spokesperson for the law firm called it “patently unlawful.” Fortune · Mar 7, 2025
Trump administration plans to cut 80,000 employees from Veterans Affairs, according to internal memo The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning an “aggressive” reorganization that includes cutting 80,000 jobs from the sprawling agency that provides health care for retired military members The Independent UK · Mar 5, 2025
Senators Debate Rare Mineral Deal With Ukraine Senators express differing views on US-Ukraine relations and the rare mineral deal, highlighting the need for bipartisan dialogue and engagement with Ukrai... Top News · Feb 27, 2025
Trump Fires Gen. Brown, Top Military Officials Amid Controversy President Trump's dismissal of Gen. Brown and Pentagon officials raises concerns and sparks mixed reactions. Top News · Feb 27, 2025
VA pauses billions in cuts lauded by Musk as lawmakers and veterans decry loss of critical care The Department of Veterans Affairs has temporarily suspended billions of dollars in contract cuts after an uproar that critical veterans health services were harmed, lawmakers and veterans service organizations said Wednesday The Independent UK · Feb 27, 2025
Latin Times · Feb 25, 2025 Democratic Lawmaker Bashes DOGE Cuts As Hundreds Laid Off at VA: 'How is That in the Service of Our Veterans?' A Democratic lawmaker condemned the latest 1,400 VA layoffs, part of DOGEs federal overhaul, warning they undermine veterans' services and agency staffing.
Top News · Feb 23, 2025 Sen. Blumenthal: Filibuster Preserves Democracy Senator Blumenthal defends the filibuster as a crucial tool for democracy amidst political challenges.
The Guardian - US · Feb 22, 2025 US gambling giants face scrutiny over VIP programs: ‘Profits take priority over people’ Sports betting firms claim their programs are ‘not designed’ to enable problem bettors – but advocates are skeptical
Latin Times · Feb 22, 2025 Marco Rubio Says Zelensky Hasn't Expressed Enough 'Gratitude' to Trump Secretary of State Marco Rubio defended President Donald Trump's recent claims about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and said the leader hadn't expressed "gratitude" for Trump's offers to aid his country.
Top News · Feb 20, 2025 Conservatives Mock Sen. Whitehouse's Attack On FBI Director Nominee Debate ensues over Sen. Whitehouse's criticism of FBI director nominee Patel, with concerns raised about his qualifications and potential repercussions.
Latin Times · Feb 20, 2025 Vance Proclaims Trump Will Be the 'President of Peace' as the President Faces Continued Backlash for Calling Zelensky a 'Dictator' Vice President JD Vance defended Trump as the "president of peace" amid bipartisan backlash over Trump's claim that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is a "dictator."
Latin Times · Feb 20, 2025 Former US Diplomat Questions Trump's Attacks on Zelensky as Tensions Rise: ' I Don't Know What He Hopes to Get By That' Thomas Graham, a top official during the George W. Bush administration, wondered if the statements are preparing the ground "for the American public to accept basically a capitulation to Putin"
Latin Times · Feb 20, 2025 Republicans Fact-Check Trump's Claim That Ukraine Started War With Russia: 'Factually Wrong' Some GOP lawmakers distanced themselves from Trump's statements calling Zelensky a "dictator without elections" and blaming Ukraine for the war
Latin Times · Feb 19, 2025 Democratic Senator Blasts Trump's Post Slamming Zelensky as 'Disgusting Betrayal': 'The President's Surrender is Pathetic and Weak' Trump's social media post disparaging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky—a longtime ally to the United States—sparked a harsh rebuke from Sen. Blumenthal.
Top News · Feb 19, 2025 Senator Calls For Reversal Of FAA Firings Amid Safety Concerns Senator Blumenthal calls for reversal of FAA firings to prioritize aviation safety post safety incidents.
Reason · Feb 14, 2025 Why Is Foreign Aid Going To American Farmers? Subsidizing American farmers is not a valid justification for the U.S. Agency for International Development.