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politics2 days ago•29 min saved

Silicon Valley Lawmakers Push 25th Amendment Move Against Trump Over Iran War Rhetoric

Silicon Valley lawmakers Ro Khanna, Zoe Lofgren, and Sam Liccardo are pressuring to initiate removal proceedings under the 25th Amendment in response to President Trump’s Iran-war remarks, arguing the president’s behavior threatens national and global security even after a Pakistan-brokered ceasefire; the delegation has scheduled a briefing on the amendment and related War Powers actions, reflecting significant Democratic opposition to Trump’s conduct.

via San José Spotlight|

#25th-amendment #politics #ro-khanna

politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Sanders seeks 5% annual wealth tax on billionaires to fund $4.4T of social programs

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Ro Khanna unveiled a plan for a 5% annual wealth tax on America’s billionaires, projecting about $4.4 trillion in revenue to fund major social initiatives—including $3,000 per person checks for households under $150,000, a $60,000 minimum salary for teachers, expanded Medicare with dental/vision/hearing, and greater home‑health care through Medicaid. Economists Saez and Zucman estimate revenue assuming some tax avoidance, and the plan would modestly shrink top fortunes (e.g., Musk, Zuckerberg, Bezos) but is unlikely to pass in a GOP‑led Congress. It could serve as a litmus test for the 2028 Democratic primary, while California Gov. Newsom has warned against similar state taxes. Sanders and Khanna cast the proposal as a decisive reform to address inequality.

via The Washington Post|

#2028-democratic-primary #billionaire-tax #politics

politics1 month ago•33 min saved

Massie Declares Trump’s Iran Strikes an Unauthorized War

Rep. Thomas Massie condemned President Trump’s early-morning strikes on Iran as “acts of war unauthorized by Congress,” arguing that Congress must authorize military action. Massie had been coordinating with Rep. Ro Khanna to force a vote restricting unilateral action, but the strikes landed before it could reach the floor. The response on Capitol Hill was mixed, with lawmakers like Ruben Gallego urging support for democracy in Iran without committing U.S. troops, while Trump framed the operation as wartime and warned of possible casualties; some hawkish voices, such as Lindsey Graham, praised the planning.

via Yahoo|

#congress #iran #politics

world1 month ago•3 min saved

Khanna Moves to Put House on Record Against Israeli Settlements and Settler Violence

US Representative Ro Khanna plans to introduce a non-binding House resolution condemning Israeli settlement expansion and settler violence, calling for accountability through potential sanctions under the Global Magnitsky Act against senior Israeli officials, a review of US policies that may subsidize settlements, and demands to halt demolitions, prevent land seizures, and pause new settlements in the West Bank; the measure is symbolic and would not become law, but would formally record lawmakers’ stance on the issue.

via Middle East Eye|

#israel #palestine #ro-khanna

us-politics1 month ago•5 min saved

Epstein file dump sparks call for internal memos despite DoJ claim of complete release

The U.S. Department of Justice says all records under the Epstein Files Transparency Act have been released, but lawmakers including Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie contend internal memos and deliberations about prosecutions should also be public. The release lists various individuals connected to the files, sparking ongoing debate over transparency versus protecting investigations and survivor privacy, with critics arguing the batch still lacks crucial context and redactions were insufficient.

via BBC|

#bondi #department-of-justice #epstein-files

politics2 months ago•3 min saved

Khanna presses for full Epstein file release, threatens impeachment if not forthcoming

Rep. Ro Khanna says the DOJ’s latest Epstein-file release is significant but insufficient; he and Rep. Massie threaten impeachment or contempt if remaining files aren’t disclosed, while the DOJ argues the review is over and more than 3 million documents have been released, roughly half of the approximately 6 million identified, with Epstein survivors criticizing the release as inadequate and retraumatizing victims.

via CNBC|

#doj #epstein #impeachment

politics5 months ago•2 min saved

Democrats Criticize Schumer's Leadership Amid Shutdown Discontent

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna has called for Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer to be replaced, criticizing his leadership during the recent government shutdown deal, and citing a disconnect with the party's base and effectiveness in leadership.

via CBS News|

#chuck-schumer #democrats #government-shutdown

politics5 months ago•2 min saved

JD Vance Faces Backlash Over Remarks on Usha Vance's Religion

Usha Vance, wife of politician JD Vance, received support from Ro Khanna and Meghan McCain amid a controversy over her faith, with Khanna emphasizing her immigrant background and McCain praising her appeal across political lines, as Vance clarified she does not intend to convert to Christianity.

via The Times of India|

#hindu-christianity-row #jd-vance #meghan-mccain

politics5 months ago•1 min saved

Ro Khanna Finds Common Ground and Critiques Government Shutdowns

Congressman Ro Khanna expressed agreement with Marjorie Taylor Greene on the broken state of the healthcare system, supporting the idea of single-payer healthcare and criticizing rising premiums, while also aligning with her and others on issues like transparency on Jeffrey Epstein and paying federal workers during the shutdown.

via Politico|

#health-care #jeffrey-epstein #marjorie-taylor-greene

politics7 months ago•14 min saved

GOP and Democrats Push for Release of Epstein Investigation Files

A bipartisan effort led by Ro Khanna and Thomas Massie aims to force a House vote on releasing Jeffrey Epstein case files, needing just two more Republican signatures to proceed, despite opposition from the White House and some GOP leaders. The effort highlights ongoing calls for transparency and justice regarding Epstein's allegations, with some conservative lawmakers supporting the initiative despite party lines.

via The Guardian|

#discharge-petition #epstein-files #house-vote

politics8 months ago•3 min saved

Rep. Ro Khanna Supports Gen Z Candidate Kat Abughazaleh in Illinois Race

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna endorsed 26-year-old progressive candidate Kat Abughazaleh in Illinois' 9th Congressional District race, highlighting her grassroots support and policy focus on housing, healthcare, and Green New Deal initiatives, as she competes in a crowded primary to succeed retiring Rep. Jan Schakowsky.

via CBS News|

#democratic-endorsement #gen-z-candidate #illinois-congressional-race

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Ro Khanna Calls for Medicare for All Amid UnitedHealthcare CEO's Tragic Death

Progressive congressman Ro Khanna expressed sympathy for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, while acknowledging the incident has sparked renewed debate on the inequities of the US healthcare system. Khanna, aligning with Bernie Sanders, criticized the high administrative costs in healthcare and advocated for Medicare for All. The targeted nature of Thompson's killing, with shell casings inscribed with words like "delay" and "deny," suggests a possible link to frustrations with the privatized healthcare system. Khanna highlighted the struggles Americans face with insurance denials, even sharing his own experience with UnitedHealthcare.

via The Guardian US|

#bernie-sanders #brian-thompson #medicare-for-all

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Ro Khanna on Healthcare Anger After UnitedHealthcare CEO's Tragic Death

Rep. Ro Khanna expressed his condolences for the murder of UnitedHealthCare CEO Brian Thompson but was not surprised by the online support for the shooter, citing widespread frustration with insurance denials. Thompson was killed in a targeted attack in Manhattan, and the shooter remains unidentified. Khanna criticized the power of insurance companies to deny treatments and advocated for reforms, including requiring private insurers to cover treatments approved by Medicare and capping out-of-pocket costs.

via POLITICO|

#brian-thompson #healthcare-reform #insurance-denial

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Rep. Khanna Advocates for Medicare for All to Address Health Inequities

Rep. Ro Khanna advocates for Medicare for All to address healthcare inequities, following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, which sparked debate on the U.S. healthcare system. Khanna supports efforts to cut federal spending but opposes cuts to Social Security and Medicare. He also commented on the potential TikTok ban, expressing skepticism about its legal viability and noting its popularity among politicians.

via ABC News|

#federal-spending #healthcare-reform #medicare-for-all

politics1 year ago•1 min saved

Newsom and Tesla Clash Over California EV Tax Credits

California Governor Gavin Newsom is considering a new electric vehicle incentive program that would exclude Tesla, despite the company being the only automaker manufacturing EVs in the state and employing thousands of Californians. Elon Musk criticized the proposal, calling it "insane," and Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna warned against excluding Tesla, citing past mistakes like the Biden administration's exclusion of Tesla from an EV summit. The governor's office stated the proposal aims to promote innovation and competition in the zero-emission vehicle market.

via TESLARATI|

#california #elon-musk #ev-incentive