Congress returns amid Israel-Iran conflict, with lawmakers questioning U.S. involvement, war powers implications and terrorism risks as President Donald Trump balances MAGA concerns with Israel support.
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Americans Want To Prioritize Solving The Root Causes Of Infertility Over IVF: Poll
WASHINGTON—As the Trump administration debates protections for in vitro fertilization, a new poll shows that more than half of Americans want to prioritize solving the Read More
How Johnson pulled off another impossible win with just 1-vote margin on $9.4B spending cut bill
House Republicans pass $9.4 billion spending cuts bill with a 214-212 vote, showcasing Speaker Johnson’s ability to navigate tough legislation despite the slim GOP majority in the House.
‘Another endless conflict’: Democrat echoes Trump’s anti-war stance as Middle East tensions escalate
Sen. Tim Kaine pushes for congressional oversight on potential Iran conflict as tensions rise in the Middle East, aligning with President Donald Trump’s reluctance toward “endless wars.”
Spin Cycle: Tragedy Strikes In Minnesota, Dems Blame … Trump And The Guns
Tragedy struck Minnesota at the end of last week when a gunman, apparently disguised as a police officer, opened fire on two different state lawmakers Read More
Reporter’s Notebook: Why the Senate is unlikely to debate the ‘big, beautiful bill’ until next week
Senate Republicans appear likely to delay President Donald Trump’s “big, beautiful bill” vote until June 22, potentially jeopardizing passage through both chambers before his July 4th deadline.
Senate GOPs carefully weighing controversial tax provisions before bringing Big, Beautiful Bill to the floor
Big, Beautiful Bill timeline in jeopardy as Senate vote delays to June 22, leaving a tight window for House approval before the Treasury’s early July debt ceiling deadline
Israel’s Preemptive Strikes Were Legal And Necessary. You’re Welcome.
Israel’s recent strikes on Iranian terrorist infrastructure have predictably reignited debates about the legality of preemptive self-defense under international law. Let’s dispense with the posturing: Read More
Who won fiery final NYC mayoral debate? Post panelists rate the Dem candidates: ‘Finally landed some punches’
Ex-Gov. Andrew Cuomo took the harshest personal hits from rivals Zohran Mamdani and Brad Lander in the second and final debate in the Democratic primary Read More
Dem lashes out at Bessent during heated committee hearing exchange: ‘Excuse me’
Democratic Del. Stacey Plaskett and Treasury Secretary Bessent clash at congressional hearing over economic data presentation.