U.S. scrutiny has intensified during the Israel-Hamas conflict. The Department of Justice (DOJ) announced multiple charges against seven defendants allegedly linked to Iran’s oil trafficking network. While petroleum…
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Stand-Alone Israel Aid Bill Fails in House
The aid package would have provided $17.6 billion to Israel. Speaker Mike Johnson of Louisiana brought stand-alone legislation to the House floor on Tuesday which was voted down.…
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Secretary Blinken in Israel to Discuss Temporary Cease-Fire
He stated Hamas leaders have responded to a proposed hostage deal. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has gone to Israel to discuss the possibility of a cease-fire…
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Senate Border Bill Will Not Be Considered in the House
The majority leader’s opinion reflects the House speaker’s previous concerns about the agreement. House Majority Leader Steve Scalise of Louisiana stated over the weekend that the Senate’s recently…
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Secretary Blinken Returns to the Middle East
He is taking part in discussions surrounding the control of Gaza and preventing the spread of the war. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in the Middle East…
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President Biden Speaks at National Prayer Breakfast
He says, “We pray for peace.“ President Joe Biden spoke at the annual National Prayer Breakfast on Capitol Hill Thursday morning. He focused on the desire for peace…
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House Investigating UN Involvement with Hamas Attack
Several nations have halted funding to UNRWA. The House Foreign Affairs Committee held the first of hearings this week to investigate the work of UNRWA and the participation…
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White House Considers Strike Response to Iran Attack
The administration wants to respond appropriately to lethal strikes while avoiding war. The White House is facing a balancing act in the aftermath of an Iran-backed drone strike…
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CIA Director Engages in Talks on Hamas Hostages
He will also discuss solutions to ending the conflict with Middle Eastern officials. Director Bill Burns of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency is meeting with the heads of…
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Senator McConnell Promotes Border Bill
Senate Majority Leader Schumer says Ukraine, Israel, and Indo-Pacific aid still hang in the balance. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky has commended the deal that Senator…
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