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politics1 month ago•8 min saved

Senate Intervention Returns Makoka Brothers Home After ICE Detention

Two Congolese teens, Israel (18) and Max (15), detained by ICE for visa status violations after transferring schools in Mississippi, were released and returned to their host family in Diamondhead following intervention by U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith and Roger Wicker. They will pursue reinstating their student status and continue their immigration case, but deportation remains a possibility and legal aid plus community support continues to back their fight.

via Mississippi Free Press|

#cindy-hyde-smith #ice-detention #makoka-brothers

national-security1 month ago•5 min saved

Senate GOP Chair urges Trump to renew Iran strikes and erase its military edge

Senate Armed Services Committee chair Roger Wicker pressed President Trump to resume bombing Iran and finish destroying its conventional forces and nuclear program, arguing it would stabilize the region even as Iran talks continue and a ceasefire is extended; the White House has signaled ongoing negotiations with a blockade in the Hormuz and new envoys traveling to restart talks, while Wicker plans standalone hearings on the Iran war and military readiness.

via Politico|

#ceasefire #iran #iran-war

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Debate Intensifies Over Delays in Trump-Related Legal Proceedings

Senator Roger Wicker, poised to chair the Armed Services Committee, plans to push for a significant increase in military spending, including expanding the Navy and Air Force, under a potential Trump administration. Wicker's proposal includes a $55 billion increase over President Biden's defense budget, aiming for military spending to reach 5% of GDP. He also advocates for continued support for Ukraine, despite potential differences with Trump, who has opposed increased U.S. spending on the conflict. Wicker's strategy may influence the GOP's defense budget under Trump.

via POLITICO|

#military-spending #pentagon-budget #politics

politics1 year ago•4 min saved

Race Heats Up for Stefanik's GOP Leadership Role

Senator Roger Wicker is set to chair the Armed Services Committee, advocating for a significant increase in the Pentagon budget with a focus on expanding the Navy and Air Force, modernizing the nuclear arsenal, and supporting Ukraine. His plan includes a $55 billion increase over President Biden's defense budget, aiming for military spending to reach 5% of GDP. Wicker's approach may align with a potential Trump administration, though he will need to navigate internal GOP differences on defense spending and aid to Ukraine.

via POLITICO|

#gop #pentagon-budget #politics