Congress - Page 146

Mystery Trump ally donates $130M to cover troops’ paychecks amid shutdown chaos

October 24, 2025

Mystery Trump ally donates $130M to cover troops’ paychecks amid shutdown chaos

An anonymous donor gave $130 million to the Department of War to pay U.S. troops during the government shutdown, but legal restrictions may require congressional approval.

Grassley releases memo showing DOJ 'unleashed unchecked government power' on Trump associates

October 23, 2025

Grassley releases memo showing DOJ 'unleashed unchecked government power' on Trump associates

Grassley released Justice Department memo showing Garland, Monaco and Wray personally approved FBI investigation into Trump campaign associates' alleged obstruction efforts.

Schumer's shutdown is leaving our troops and their families high and dry

October 23, 2025

Schumer's shutdown is leaving our troops and their families high and dry

Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's government shutdown forces military families into financial hardship as base services close and troop moves halt.

Youngkin declares state of emergency over ‘Democrat Shutdown’ depleting SNAP benefits for 850K Virginians

October 23, 2025

Youngkin declares state of emergency over ‘Democrat Shutdown’ depleting SNAP benefits for 850K Virginians

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin declares state of emergency as SNAP benefits face Nov. 1 cutoff due to federal government shutdown affecting 850,000 residents.

Reporter's Notebook: White House pounces after top Dem says government shutdown gives party 'leverage'

October 23, 2025

Reporter's Notebook: White House pounces after top Dem says government shutdown gives party 'leverage'

Senate Republicans challenge Democrats with bill to pay essential federal workers during shutdown, sparking heated political battle over government funding priorities.

GOP bill would require all truckers to pass English test as highway safety fears grow

October 23, 2025

GOP bill would require all truckers to pass English test as highway safety fears grow

Republican lawmakers propose federal legislation mandating English proficiency tests for commercial drivers after California loses $40 million in funding.

Fiscal disaster scenario during shutdown sends GOP scrambling for new spending plan

October 23, 2025

Fiscal disaster scenario during shutdown sends GOP scrambling for new spending plan

House and Senate Republicans are beginning to discuss a new plan as their current funding measure is set to hit its deadline on Nov. 21, while Democrats keep it in limbo.

AOC, Sanders rake in millions as far-left cements grip on Democratic Party

October 23, 2025

AOC, Sanders rake in millions as far-left cements grip on Democratic Party

Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders raise record amounts in 2025, with each collecting nearly $20 million amid increased progressive visibility in Congress.

Government shutdown knowledge: gaming out its potential end

October 23, 2025

Government shutdown knowledge: gaming out its potential end

As Socrates or Yogi Berra might say, “knowing nothing" rules the shutdown standoff. President Trump’s role looms as Congress stalls, fatigue grows, and blame spreads.

Fetterman breaks with Democrats over shutdown, vows to put 'country over party'

October 22, 2025

Fetterman breaks with Democrats over shutdown, vows to put 'country over party'

Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., breaks with fellow Democrats over the ongoing government shutdown, pledging to vote “country over party" while condemning extreme political rhetoric.