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Pete Hegseth cuts 20 percent of U.S. military generals and admirals. Then GOP senators say they were blindsided: ‘It’s a huge problem’

"And I think he’s the face of the problem."

We Got This Covered · Oct 5

GOP lawmakers caught off-guard and demand answers after Hegseth’s surprise 20% cuts to military leader roles

Hegseth’s actions have raised bipartisan concerns that seasoned officers — including women and people of color — are being sidelined for ideological reasons

The Independent UK · Oct 5

Republicans Threaten To Break With Trump Over Xi Summit but Their Revolt Collapses When Votes Are Cast

Republican senators criticised Donald Trump's warm reception for Xi Jinping and his China policy, but voting patterns showed limited willingness to challenge the president's broader agenda.

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Xi Jinping arrives in Washington as Trump gives rare airport welcome to kick off US state visit: Top developments

Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Washington on Wednesday for a three-day state visit that began with an unusual gesture from US President Donald Trump, who personally went to Joint Base Andrews to welcome the Chinese leader and his wife, Peng Liyuan.

The Times of India · Sep 23

Trump-Xi summit: Top Republican calls China's Xi 'brutal dictator', slams state dinner

Senator Roger Wicker has publicly criticized President Trump for the warm reception planned for Chinese President Xi Jinping. Wicker expressed that he would have advised against the lavish welcome and the state dinner scheduled for Xi. He urged Trump to address issues like China's military buildup and human rights concerns…

The Economic Times · Sep 23

China's Xi kicks off state visit to Washington on Wednesday with a rare planeside welcome from Trump

US President Donald Trump is expected to personally welcome Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews on Wednesday, ahead of Xi’s first US state visit in more than a decade.

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Photos of the week | September 12-18, 2026

The House made another brief appearance this week in Washington before heading home early until after the election. The week featured the unveiling of former Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s portrait, a dinosaur, campaigning in Texas and preparations for next week’s Congressional Women’s Softball game. Here are photographs of the action captured…

Roll Call · Sep 18

Pentagon admits talks over sending National Guard to polling stations

Tensions are mounting between the Pentagon and Congress over the flow of information to lawmakers about the U.S. military’s priorities

The Independent UK · Sep 18

Senate bill to end daylight saving time could fail due to school pick-up issues

Last week, the House overwhelmingly approved a measure to make daylight saving time permanent

The Independent UK · Jul 20

US Senators unveil sweeping Russia sanctions bill; name India among nations facing possible tariffs

A bipartisan US Senate bill proposes sweeping sanctions against Russia's economy. This legislation could impose tariffs on countries buying significant amounts of Russian oil. India is named among five nations potentially facing these new trade penalties. The bill aims to discourage continued energy purchases from Russia. Its passage requires approval…

The Economic Times · Jul 15