Legislators send a letter to the U.S. secretary of state regarding the number of journalists who have reportedly been killed in the conflict. Representatives Gerry Connolly of Virginia…
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Senate Minority Leader Advocates for $95 Billion Foreign Aid Bill
Senator McConnell claims the legislation will restore the nation’s credibility. This week, Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell advocated for the passage of a $95 billion foreign aid package…
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U.S. Vetoes Cease-Fire Resolution at UN Security Council Meeting
U.S. ambassador to the UN says an unconditional cease-fire “will not bring about a durable peace.” The United Nations Security Council proposed a resolution that called for an…
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Vice President and Secretary of State Attend Munich Security Conference
Secretary Blinken affirms U.S. support for Ukraine. Vice President Kamala Harris and Secretary of State Antony Blinken are in Munich, Germany, today. The vice president heads the U.S.…
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House Speaker Says No Foreign Aid Before Domestic Issues Are Addressed
He reiterates his pledge not to bring the Senate-passed package to the House floor. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson of Louisiana, stated on Wednesday that the $95…
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Senate Passes $93.5 Billion Aid Package
Border security funding was not included and no offsetting cuts were made. The Senate passed a supplemental package Tuesday morning. The measure would provide $60 billion in assistance…
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DOJ Charges Individuals in Iran’s Oil Trafficking Network
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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