Congress - Page 2

2 days ago

CNN anchor calls on Congress to back Trump, officially 'authorize' Iran war

Smerconish argues Congress must vote to authorize Trump's military action against Iran, saying the only focus should be on what's best for America.

2 days ago

Comer warns ‘something sinister’ may be behind deaths, disappearances of 11 nuclear, space-linked scientists 

Eleven scientists tied to nuclear and space research programs reportedly died or vanished, prompting House Oversight Chairman James Comer to demand answers from government agencies.

2 days ago

Nancy Mace calls on Congress to release sexual harassment records, wants an 'avalanche of resignations'

Rep. Nancy Mace calls for an avalanche of resignations in Congress, pushing a resolution to release ethics committee records on sexual harassment claims.

3 days ago

Dems sidestep past ‘refuse illegal orders’ demands as they challenge Trump’s Iran war authority

Democrats backed U.S. troops in the Iran conflict but say President Trump's use of military force lacks congressional approval under the War Powers Act.

3 days ago

Cenk Uygur slams AOC’s ‘Kamala-like word salad’ on ex-aide endorsement

Cenk Uygur accuses AOC of giving a "Kamala-like word salad" when asked about endorsing her former chief of staff Saikat Chakrabarti's campaign.

3 days ago

Boebert fires back at Dave Chappelle over 'weaponized' transgender jokes

Rep. Lauren Boebert lashed back at Dave Chappelle, responding to claims she had weaponized a Capitol Hill selfie to push transgender policy debates.

3 days ago

Obama urges Virginians to vote yes on redistricting measure that could give Democrats 4 more House seats

Barack Obama urged Virginians to vote yes on a redistricting measure that could give Democrats four additional House seats ahead of the midterms.

4 days ago

Senate temporarily extends nation’s controversial spying powers after House fumbles

The Senate voted unanimously to extend FISA surveillance powers after the House failed to reauthorize the program in the dead of night before its fast-approaching deadline.

4 days ago

House punts Trump spy powers extension after conservatives block deal, forcing end-of-month showdown

The FISA Section 702 surveillance program hit a temporary roadblock after House conservatives rejected a long-term extension early Friday morning.

4 days ago

SEN TIM SHEEHY: Gold Star families deserve justice. This $15B from Iran is a start

Terrorism victims led by 1st Lt. Jacob Fritz's mother seek billions in Iranian Bitcoin, facing opposition from a U.S. attorney in New York federal court.