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US government endorses female crash test dummy – for first time in history

Some American automakers, however, have expressed skepticism, arguing the new model may exaggerate injury risks

The Independent UK

Slashed refugee cap adds to uncertainty about admissions to US - Roll Call

The State Department says 7,500 refugees could be admitted in fiscal 2026, which would be the lowest cap since the 1980 law that established the current process.

Roll Call

Groups challenge conditions at California migrant detention center - Roll Call

Civil rights groups filed a lawsuit Thursday over conditions at the largest immigration detention center in California.

Roll Call

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Trump’s military takeover of US cities has already cost taxpayers nearly $500M

President’s decision to bolster urban law enforcement with federal forces in cities like Washington, Los Angeles and Chicago proving hugely costly, according to a report

The Independent UK

For female veterans in Congress, it’s a small club - Roll Call

“People are sort of afraid to poke their heads up and recognize that we should be talking about women who serve,” one says.

Roll Call

Who are the eight Democrats who voted to reopen the government?

The decision by the eight Democrats has split their party’s position, with some divisions even being opened between senators from the same states

The Independent UK

The trouble with US veterans benefits isn’t ‘rampant’ fraud – it’s bureaucratic roadblocks, advocates say

Veterans groups say recent Washington Post stories on VA disability payments paint a misleading picture. The paper stands by its reporting

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Warner demands intel sharing after secret GOP Venezuela briefing - Roll Call

Senate Democrats are raising concerns about trust after only Republicans were briefed on U.S. strikes against alleged Venezuelan drug boats.

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Senate Democrats riled over exclusion from Venezuela briefing - Roll Call

The Trump administration organized a Republican-only classified briefing on military strikes in the Caribbean, angering Democrats.

Roll Call

Lawmakers slam Ice after US military veterans are arrested, injured

The Guardian revealed how US veterans have been injured and arrested at protests against Ice deportations

The Guardian - US

Appeals Court Blocks Trump From Deploying National Guard In Illinois

A federal appeals court decided on Saturday that while National Guard troops sent to Illinois by President Donald Trump can stay in the state under federal authority, they aren’t allowed to be deployed for now.

Benzinga

National guard troops in Illinois can remain but cannot be deployed yet, judge rules

Troops can stay under federal control, as US senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth decry being barred access to Ice facility

The Guardian - US

Senate passes NDAA after securing amendments deal - Roll Call

Senate passage of the annual defense policy bill paves the way for the chamber to formally negotiate with the House on a compromise version.

Roll Call

Hill added $100 billion-plus since 2022 on unrequested weapons - Roll Call

Appropriators have proposed a total of $52.2 billion for 1,403 “program increases” to the Pentagon’s weapons budget request for fiscal 2026

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Memphis Mayor Paul Young Wants To Make It Clear: 'Did Not Ask For The National Guard'

Memphis Mayor Paul Young said he did not request the National Guard and questioned whether troops are the right solution to the city's crime challenges, even as federal and state leaders move forward with the deployment.

Benzinga

Trump Orders National Guard Deployment To Memphis Amid Soaring Crime, Escalating Federal Crackdown On Democrat-Led Cities

On Friday, President Donald Trump announced that Memphis, Tennessee, will be the next U.S. city to see National Guard troops deployed, expanding his controversial crime crackdown in Democrat-led cities.

Benzinga

Tim Walz Says 'Nothing Normal' About President Declaring War On Chicago After Trump's 'Chipocalypse Now' Post

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D) said Monday that "there's nothing normal" about Donald Trump suggesting Chicago would "find out why it's called the Department of WAR," as the President faces backlash over a social post that critics read as threatening military action against an American city.

Benzinga

Democrats Slam Trump's Threats of Military Action In Chicago, Warn of Authoritarian Overreach, Constitutional Crisis

President Donald Trump faced sharp criticism from Democratic leaders over a Truth Social post joking about deportations and hinting at military intervention in Chicago, sparking concerns over authoritarian overreach.

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The Guardian - US

Trump, misled by video of 2020 protests shown on Fox, threatens to send troops to Portland – as it happened

President also says US must be ‘very careful’ in removing mandates for ‘vaccines that are so amazing’

The Independent UK

US seeks shipbuilding expertise from South Korea and Japan to counter China

American lawmakers are using a trip to South Korea and Japan to explore how the United States can tap those allies’ shipbuilding expertise and capacity to help boost its own capabilities

Al Jazeera

Advocates hail ‘historic’ progress after US Senate vote on arms to Israel

Supporters of Palestinian rights say although bill to block arms to Israel failed to pass, vote shows ‘shift’ on issue.

Roll Call

Battle over transgender troops reignites on Capitol Hill - Roll Call

Multiple defense bills would cement the Trump administration’s restrictions on health care for transgender military community members.

International Business Times UK

Who Is Tammy Duckworth? Double Amputee Senator Who Told Trump's Singapore Envoy Pick to 'Shape Up'

Senator Tammy Duckworth, a combat veteran and leg amputee, challenged Trump's Singapore ambassador pick over his qualifications, urging him to 'shape up.'

International Business Times UK

Trump Picks Surgeon With 'Zero Knowledge' as US Ambassador to Singapore: 'Do Your Homework!'

Trump nominee Dr Anji Sinha faced backlash at his Senate confirmation hearing for lacking key knowledge about US–Singapore relations, raising doubts about his fitness to serve as ambassador.

The Independent UK

Trump’s nominee for Singapore ambassador criticised in Senate for lack of regional knowledge

Anjani Sinha struggles to answer questions about trade, diplomacy and regional alliances in Southeast Asia

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