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King Charles III Concludes U.S. State Visit After Meeting With President Trump and Addressing Congress
King Charles III is addressing a joint session of the U.S. Congress at the Capitol to reinforce the bilateral partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States.
Photo: ReutersKing Charles III is addressing a joint session of the U.S. Congress at the Capitol to reinforce the bilateral partnership between the United Kingdom and the United States.
Trump Expands Sanctions and Restricts Oil Imports to Cuba in Maximum Pressure Campaign
President Trump has predicted the imminent collapse of the Cuban government and announced that Senator Marco Rubio will spearhead future diplomatic negotiations. This move signals a significant pivot in U.S. foreign policy toward the island nation.
Photo: ReutersPresident Trump has predicted the imminent collapse of the Cuban government and announced that Senator Marco Rubio will spearhead future diplomatic negotiations. This move signals a significant pivot in U.S. foreign policy toward the island nation.
President Trump Signs Funding Bill to End Record 76-Day Homeland Security Shutdown
Speaker Mike Johnson has extended the funding deadline for the Department of Homeland Security by four weeks while calling for immediate congressional action to resolve the ongoing budget impasse.
Photo: PBS.orgSpeaker Mike Johnson has extended the funding deadline for the Department of Homeland Security by four weeks while calling for immediate congressional action to resolve the ongoing budget impasse.
Trump Declares Iran War Terminated to Bypass Congress While Vowing to Remain in Region
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is testifying before the House Armed Services Committee regarding the administration's $1.5 trillion defense budget request and the ongoing military conflict with Iran.
Photo: The Wall Street JournalDefense Secretary Pete Hegseth is testifying before the House Armed Services Committee regarding the administration's $1.5 trillion defense budget request and the ongoing military conflict with Iran.
Congress Extends FISA Surveillance Powers Through June 12 to Prevent Program Lapse
Congress is debating the renewal of FISA Section 702, a warrantless surveillance authority set to expire next month. Lawmakers remain divided over whether to pass a clean extension or implement reforms to address domestic surveillance and civil liberty concerns.
Photo: AxiosCongress is debating the renewal of FISA Section 702, a warrantless surveillance authority set to expire next month. Lawmakers remain divided over whether to pass a clean extension or implement reforms to address domestic surveillance and civil liberty concerns.
Activists and Lawmakers Pressure Senate to End Filibuster and Pass SAVE America Act
Congress remains deadlocked over DHS funding and election integrity measures, with Republicans pushing to pass the SAVE America Act while Democrats continue to block the bill and oppose funding for ICE and border enforcement.
Photo: The GuardianCongress remains deadlocked over DHS funding and election integrity measures, with Republicans pushing to pass the SAVE America Act while Democrats continue to block the bill and oppose funding for ICE and border enforcement.
ImmigrationPhoto: Washington ExaminerSenator Rand Paul Proposes Constitutional Amendment to End Automatic Birthright Citizenship
National Security & Foreign PolicyHouse Members Introduce Resolutions to End Unauthorized Military Action Against Iran
Photo: NBC NewsSenate Unanimously Bans Prediction Market Trading as House Introduces Similar Measure
The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved a new rule prohibiting its members and staff from participating in prediction markets. This measure aims to prevent potential conflicts of interest and the misuse of non-public information.
Federal Officials and Congress Designate April as National Community College Month
The Secretaries of Education and Labor have officially designated April 2026 as National Community College Month to emphasize the vital role these institutions play in national workforce development.
HealthcareRep. Ro Khanna Introduces Stop Deadly Denials Act to Ban Prior Authorization
National Security & Foreign PolicyPhoto: Al Jazeera OnlineSenate Rejects Resolution Limiting Presidential Military Authority Over Cuba
The U.S. Senate has defeated a Democratic-led resolution that sought to restrict the President's authority to deploy military force in Cuba without congressional approval.
TaxesHouse Passes Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act to Exempt Wildfire Payments from Federal Income Tax
Lawmakers are pursuing legislation to exempt wildfire recovery payments from federal income tax, building on previous efforts to provide financial relief to disaster victims.
Photo: CBS NewsTrump Administration Restores Stonewall Pride Flag as Congress Proposes National Park Display Bill
The Trump administration has reached a legal settlement to restore the display of the LGBTQ+ Pride flag at the Stonewall National Monument, reversing a previous decision to remove it from federal flagpoles.
EnergyPhoto: National ReviewCongress and DOE Fast-Track Small Nuclear Reactors and Approve First Mass-Produced Microreactor
EducationPhoto: CNNFederal Courts Complicate Trump’s Effort to Overhaul College Sports and NIL Rules
President Trump has issued an executive order to standardize national regulations for college athletics, specifically targeting transfer eligibility and limits on Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) compensation.
Photo: Fox NewsSecretary Burgum Implements Tiered National Park Fees for International Visitors
TaxesPhoto: ForbesSenators Kelly and Hirono Introduce Bill to Repeal Federal Private School Tax Credits
Senator Mark Kelly has introduced the Keep Public Funds in Public Schools Act (S. 4297), which seeks to repeal federal tax credits for private school scholarship donations and tax scholarship income by 2027.
ImmigrationPhoto: NewsweekRepresentative Young Kim Introduces Bill to Deport Non-Citizens for Serious Drunk Driving Crimes
Sen. Cornyn and Rep. Kim have introduced the Stop Illegal Aliens Drunk Driving Act in both chambers of Congress, proposing that DUIs resulting in death or injury be classified as aggravated felonies to mandate the deportation or inadmissibility of non-citizens.
Photo: The Hill