A Republican-led plan to sell over 3,200 square miles of federal land in 11 Western states has been blocked by the Senate parliamentarian due to violating chamber rules. The proposal, championed by Senator Mike Lee, aimed to transfer lands to states for housing and infrastructure development. While some Western...
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a significant increase in defense spending, raising the target to 5% of GDP by 2027-2028. This surpasses previous ambitions of 3%. The increase includes a 3.5% boost for core defense and 1.5% for resilience and security. This decision, part of a broader national...
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) declared the War Powers Act unconstitutional, opposing a resolution to limit US military action in Iran. He argues President Trump's recent strikes on Iranian targets were within his constitutional authority as commander-in-chief. While a resolution to block further action was introduced, its sponsor,...
President Trump urged Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell to cut interest rates, citing low inflation and a strong economy. Powell defended the Fed's decision to hold rates steady, citing concerns about potential inflation and economic uncertainty stemming from Trump's policies. Powell acknowledged subdued current inflation but anticipates an...
Tensions are rising between Russia and NATO, with some Russian officials expressing ambitions beyond Ukraine. A potential war with NATO could cost the global economy $1.5 trillion in the first year alone, according to Bloomberg Economics. While a direct attack on NATO territory remains unlikely in the immediate future,...
Former President Trump announced on Truth Social that China can resume purchasing oil from Iran, seemingly reversing his administration's previous sanctions. This follows a recent US-led military strike on Iranian nuclear sites and a subsequent de-escalation. Trump's statement, made while attending a NATO summit, contrasts sharply with his administration's...
Rep. Robert Garcia of California was elected the new Democratic leader of the House Oversight Committee. Garcia, 47, secured the position in a tight race against Rep. Stephen Lynch, receiving 150 votes to Lynch's 63. His win marks a significant ascent in his second term and positions him...
Israel successfully blocked EU sanctions against it following the Gaza conflict. An initiative by Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia to suspend the EU-Israel association agreement failed due to opposition from several other EU member states, including Germany and Italy. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar's diplomatic efforts, highlighting Hamas's ties...
Former Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, were assassinated on June 14th. Their alleged killer, Vance Boelter, faces murder charges. A public memorial service will be held Friday, June 23rd, at the Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda from 12-5 p.m., with the Hortmans and their...
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, a moderate Republican, discusses her new book and her concerns about the state of American democracy. She criticizes the Republicans' "One Big Beautiful Bill," highlighting concerns about Medicaid cuts. Murkowski also opposes a rescission package that would defund public broadcasting and foreign aid, emphasizing the...
