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Senate advances Graham Russia sanctions as tariff powers spark debate

After a year-long push by Sen. Lindsey Graham, the Senate moved ahead with a Russia sanctions package designed to curb Moscow’s oil revenue by pressuring buyers like China and India and granting the president wide tariff powers; liberal Democrats worry the tariff authority could be misused against allies, and more than 30 senators backed amendments to constrain powers. Graham’s death shortly after a NATO trip complicates momentum, as lawmakers weigh the bill’s scope, oversight, and ongoing Ukraine funding dynamics.

via AP News|

#congress #politics #russia

politics6 hours ago•7 min saved

Washington faces a 2032 Social Security cliff and tough tradeoffs ahead

A 2032 insolvency of the Social Security trust fund could trigger more than a 20% cut to retirees’ checks unless Congress and the president act; bipartisan efforts are forming, but Trump and top GOP leaders have yet to back a concrete plan, leaving proposals like payroll-tax hikes or raising eligibility on the table and placing a difficult set of tradeoffs at the center of the next administration’s agenda.

via Politico|

#2032-cliff #bipartisan #congress

politics1 day ago•127 min saved

Trump pushes Saudi civil-nuclear pact to Congress for scrutiny

President Trump sent the 30-year civil-nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia to Congress for review, linking its fate to Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords with Israel; lawmakers fear it could accelerate nuclear capabilities and proliferation, while Saudi leaders demand a clear path to Palestinian statehood and increased U.S. involvement in developing the program.

via AP News|

#congress #israel-palestinian-statehood #nuclear-deal

world1 day ago•6 min saved

Lankford hedges on sanctions timing after Kyiv visit

Sen. James Lankford, after a two-day visit to Kyiv, said he cannot promise when Congress will pass new sanctions on Russia, noting the House plans to take up the package in September but not locking in a schedule; Zelenskyy urged quicker action and more economic pressure, including Patriot missiles, but Lankford could not commit on interceptors. With the death of Sen. Lindsey Graham, Lankford said he’s not stepping in to replace him as the primary Ukraine hawk and emphasized he doesn’t plan to assume that role. He praised Ukraine’s military advancements and stressed the importance of ongoing dialogue as lawmakers decide next steps on aid and sanctions.

via Politico|

#congress #russia #sanctions

us-news2 days ago•127 min saved

Army Sergeant’s Wife Deported to Honduras, Sparking Immigration Debate

Villafranca-Trejo, the wife of an active‑duty U.S. Army sergeant, was deported to Honduras, prompting congressional scrutiny of rules affecting military families and highlighting the emotional and logistical toll on the servicemember, who vows to continue serving as his spouse faces removal.

via AP News|

#congress #deportation #ice

politics4 days ago•7 min saved

Trump’s inner circle thins as aides depart amid midterm uncertainty

With a volatile midterm landscape and potential Democratic oversight, President Trump’s top aides Karoline Leavitt and James Braid are exiting, joined by Ed Martin and White House counsel Dave Warrington. Replacements haven’t been named, raising questions about how a lean, loyalty-first White House will navigate subpoenas, a possible split Congress, and ongoing foreign-policy challenges, while insiders note the departures reflect concerns over post-administration prospects even as Trump pledges to push his agenda.

via Politico|

#congress #midterms #politics

politics5 days ago•4 min saved

Curtis warns Iran war echoes Vietnam, calls for congressional authorization

Utah Sen. John Curtis says the Iran conflict has proceeded without congressional authorization and warns it risks repeating Vietnam-era constitutional failures, urging Congress to define the terms of U.S. involvement as casualties and costs mount.

via The Salt Lake Tribune|

#congress #iran #john-curtis

politics5 days ago•2 min saved

Progressive Aisha Wahab Edges Hernandez to Win Swalwell Seat in CA Special Election

California state Senator Aisha Wahab won the special election to fill former Representative Eric Swalwell's seat, leading fellow Democrat Melissa Hernandez as results showed about 53% to 47% with 95% counted. Backed by the California Democratic Party and progressive groups, Wahab will serve the remainder of Swalwell's term and faces Hernandez again in November for a full term in a newly redrawn district; Wahab highlighted her journey from foster care to Congress and the district's history-making vote for the first Afghan American in Congress.

via Roll Call|

#afghan-american #california #congress

california-politics5 days ago•5 min saved

Wahab Clinches East Bay Seat to Finish Swalwell’s Term

California Democrat Aisha Wahab won the special election to replace Rep. Eric Swalwell in the East Bay, defeating Melissa Hernandez 53.1% to 46.9% after Alameda County’s final update and will meet Hernandez again in November for a full term starting in 2027 in a redrawn district. Wahab, the first Afghan American elected to Congress, credited voters and said she’ll fight for the district amid heavy campaign spending and ongoing Gaza-Israel debates.

via Los Angeles Times|

#afghan-american #california #california-politics

politics7 days ago•3 min saved

James Braid to Depart White House as Congress Liaison

James Braid, the White House's director of legislative affairs and a key liaison to Congress, is leaving the administration. He helped push President Trump's agenda through a narrow GOP majority and was involved in major bills, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and a bipartisan housing measure. His departure comes amid lower approval ratings and a wave of senior staff exits.

via Politico|

#congress #james-braid #legislative-affairs

politics7 days ago•4 min saved

California Rep. Gomez Faces Ethics Inquiry Over Sexual Misconduct Allegations

A woman has accused California Democrat Rep. Jimmy Gomez of sexual assault and harassment; Gomez denies wrongdoing. The House Ethics Committee has opened an investigation into whether he violated conduct rules, including inappropriate contact with a staffer, though the probe is not proof of misconduct. The case comes amid a wave of ethics inquiries and resignations on Capitol Hill as the midterm elections approach.

via USA Today|

#california-politics #congress #ethics-committee

politics8 days ago•5 min saved

Nine Primaries to Watch as Redistricting Roils Florida and Beyond

The piece surveys nine upcoming primaries, with Florida at the center as DeSantis' map redraw spawns new, safer-seat contests and two bitter Democratic clashes; it also highlights key races in Wyoming, Alaska, and California that could signal party dynamics and November outcomes, including endorsements, fundraising, and scrutiny over Israel policy.

via Semafor|

#congress #elections #florida

politics8 days ago•5 min saved

Historic preservation groups urge Supreme Court to pause White House ballroom construction

The National Trust for Historic Preservation and Democrats asked the Supreme Court to halt construction of the White House ballroom while litigation plays out, arguing the administration bypassed Congress by seeking private donations instead of authorization. A divided appeals court ordered a halt by Friday unless Congress acts; the White House says the project is needed for security and is about 65% complete, with substantial progress expected by November 2026.

via The Washington Post|

#ballroom #congress #national-trust-for-historic-preservation

politics9 days ago•3 min saved

Gomez Faces House Ethics Inquiry Over Alleged Misconduct

The House Ethics Committee said it is reviewing allegations that Rep. Jimmy Gomez may have violated the Code of Official Conduct, including inappropriate contact with a staffer. Gomez, who is married, says his actions were personal mistakes, consensual, and not illegal, and he will cooperate with the review. The committee stressed that launching an investigation and public disclosure do not by themselves prove violations. The probe follows a year of ethics scrutiny involving several other lawmakers.

via NBC News|

#congress #house-ethics-committee #investigation

politics10 days ago•6 min saved

Capitol ethics overhaul faces uphill battle amid lawmaker resistance

Bipartisan Reps. Kat Cammack and Teresa Leger Fernández push a sweeping overhaul of Congress’s ethics machinery to create a one-stop reporting system, speed up investigations, and harden penalties for misconduct—measures that face resistance from lawmakers and require Senate buy‑in, with enforcement and frivolous-claim concerns complicating prospects.

via Politico|

#congress #ethics-committee #ethics-reform