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politics1 month ago•3 min saved

Trump ties $5,000 dividend to GOP midterm victory as cash payouts begin

President Trump has renewed his pledge to issue $5,000 checks to all U.S. adults if Republicans retain control of Congress in the November 2026 midterms. This promise follows the recent distribution of smaller payments, including $90 checks for Medicare beneficiaries and $500 refunds for certain healthcare insurance buyers. While the administration cites economic strength and private investment as funding sources, the $5,000 dividend lacks a concrete budget plan and requires congressional approval. Polls indicate significant voter skepticism, with many doubting the feasibility of the massive payout or its impact on their voting decisions.

via USA Today|

#2026-midterms #congressional-approval #economic-policy

politics2 months ago•75 min saved

Johnson conditions Trump's $5,000 dividend on GOP midterm victory

House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that Congress would work to deliver President Trump's promised $5,000 dividend to American adults, but only if Republicans retain majorities in the November 3 midterms. Johnson emphasized that the process requires consensus and time, noting that the administration cannot bypass Congress. While Trump claimed the payment might not need legislative approval, Johnson and other GOP leaders indicated that congressional action is necessary. The proposal, estimated to cost $1.2 trillion, faces criticism from Democrats and some Republicans over potential inflation and debt, with experts questioning its feasibility.

via AP News|

#congressional-approval #donald-trump #fiscal-policy

politics2 months ago

Supreme Court faces deadline as Trump administration argues ballroom halt poses security risks

The Trump administration has urged the Supreme Court to block a lower-court order halting above-ground construction of a $400 million White House ballroom, citing 'unprecedented' security threats. The project, 65% complete, faces a deadline of August 21 unless the Court intervenes. The National Trust for Historic Preservation argues the construction is irreversible and violates federal laws requiring congressional approval for major changes to federal property. The case, National Park Service v. National Trust for Historic Preservation, could set precedents for environmental and historic preservation lawsuits.

via USA Today|

#congressional-approval #historic-preservation #national-security

politics2 months ago•0 min saved

Supreme Court faces deadline as Trump ballroom project nears irreversible completion

The National Trust for Historic Preservation urged the Supreme Court to pause construction of the 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom, warning that the Trump administration is racing to finish the project before legal challenges can be resolved. The administration claims the structure is a vital security component, while opponents argue it requires congressional authorization that has not been granted.

via USA Today|

#congressional-approval #national-security #national-trust-for-historic-preservation

politics3 months ago

Supreme Court to rule on Trump's White House ballroom amid security and funding disputes

The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to allow construction of a White House ballroom to continue, citing national security needs and private funding. Lower courts previously halted the project, ruling that congressional approval was required. The administration argues the structure is an integrated security facility, while critics claim it evades legal oversight.

via BBC|

#congressional-approval #historic-preservation #national-security

politics3 months ago•160 min saved

Supreme Court faces emergency bid to halt injunction on White House ballroom

The Trump administration filed an emergency request with the Supreme Court on August 14 to pause a lower-court injunction blocking the $400 million White House ballroom project. Solicitor General John Sauer argued the construction is vital for national security and presidential safety, while the National Trust for Historic Preservation contends the project requires congressional approval. The DC Circuit Court of Appeals had ruled the president lacks unilateral authority to rebuild the East Wing, though it paused the order for 14 days to allow an appeal. The administration claims the project is 65% complete, while critics describe the funding mechanism as a 'Rube Goldberg' scheme involving private donors.

via cnn.com|

#congressional-approval #historic-preservation #national-security

politics3 months ago•1 min saved

Appeals Court Halts Trump's White House Ballroom, Prompting Immediate Supreme Court Appeal

A divided federal appeals court has blocked above-ground construction of President Trump's $400 million White House ballroom, ruling that the project requires congressional authorization. Trump has vowed to appeal to the Supreme Court, arguing that presidents are not 'tenants' and that the structure is a military complex. The court paused its ruling for 14 days to allow for the appeal, while underground bunker construction may continue.

via Salon.com|

#congressional-approval #construction-injunction #national-trust

politics3 months ago•10 min saved

Appeals Court Halts White House Ballroom, Setting Stage for Supreme Court Showdown

A federal appeals court has ordered a halt to above-ground construction of President Donald Trump’s $400 million White House ballroom, ruling that the project requires congressional approval. The decision, which allows underground security work to continue, has prompted Trump to vow an immediate appeal to the Supreme Court. The ruling marks a significant legal setback for the administration, which has framed the project as a national security imperative, while critics argue it bypasses constitutional checks and democratic norms.

via The Independent|

#congressional-approval #donald-trump #national-trust-for-historic-preservation

politics3 months ago•2 min saved

Trump Deploys AI 'Drone Port' Imagery to Defy Ballroom Court Order

President Trump posted AI-generated images of a fortified 'DronePort' atop the White House ballroom to counter a federal appeals court order halting construction. The D.C. Circuit ruled that the $400 million project requires congressional approval, which Trump bypassed. While above-ground work is paused, underground security construction continues. Trump vows to appeal to the Supreme Court, where legal experts suggest the case may be dismissed on standing grounds rather than the merits.

via New York Post|

#congressional-approval #historic-preservation #national-security

politics3 months ago•0 min saved

Trump Vows Supreme Court Fight After Appeals Court Halts White House Ballroom

The Trump administration will appeal a federal appeals court ruling that halted above-ground construction of the White House ballroom, arguing the project is a national security necessity. The D.C. Circuit Court ruled that the executive branch lacks authority to build the $400 million expansion without congressional approval, though it permitted underground security work to continue. Trump called the decision a 'national disgrace,' while critics argued the administration bypassed legal processes to demolish the historic East Wing.

via Axios|

#congressional-approval #national-security #national-trust-for-historic-preservation

politics7 months ago•176 min saved

Court Keeps White House Ballroom Project Moving Amid Legal Fight

A 2-1 ruling from the DC Circuit Court of Appeals allows work on the White House’s new East Wing ballroom to continue for at least another week (through April 17) while a district judge reviews the legality of moving ahead without explicit Congressional approval. The panel sent the case back to Judge Leon to examine the safety and national-security justifications more closely. Preservation groups argue Congress should weigh in, while the White House contends the upgrades—including security measures—are necessary. The project is roughly 89,000 square feet and is slated for completion in 2028.

via CNN|

#ballroom #congressional-approval #dc-circuit-court-of-appeals

politics10 months ago•13 min saved

Poll Finds Voters Back Congress In Foreign Military Decision On Iran

A national Quinnipiac poll shows 70% of voters oppose U.S. military action against Iran over the killing of protesters, with 18% in favor and 12% undecided; 70% also say presidents should obtain congressional approval before taking military action, with Democrats and independents largely supporting Congress as a backstop and Republicans more divided.

via Quinnipiac University Poll|

#congressional-approval #foreign-policy #iran

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Biden Pushes for Supreme Court Reforms and Term Limits

President Biden is considering legislative proposals to impose term limits and an enforceable code of ethics on Supreme Court justices, as well as a constitutional amendment to limit presidential immunity. These changes would require congressional approval, which is unlikely given the current political landscape.

via The New York Times|

#biden #congressional-approval #ethics-code

politics3 years ago•6 min saved

Biden Establishes Federal Office of Gun Violence Prevention, Garnering Local Support

President Biden has announced the creation of a new White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, led by Vice President Kamala Harris. The office's primary responsibilities include expediting the implementation of gun safety measures, coordinating support for survivors and affected communities, identifying new executive actions to reduce gun violence, and expanding partnerships with states and cities. This move comes as Biden aims to address the growing crisis of gun violence through executive action, given the deadlock in Congress on major changes to gun laws.

via The New York Times|

#biden-administration #congressional-approval #executive-action