US Senate votes in favour of bill to end federal government shutdown
The United States Senate has voted in favour of ending a government shutdown that has lasted for 40…
Bessent Says Trump’s $2,000 ‘Dividend’ May Come Via Tax Cuts
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said President Donald Trump’s suggestion that Americans may receive a tariff “dividend” of at…
Government shutdown hits 40 days as Republicans brush back Trump’s ask to nuke the filibuster, Democrats seek health insurance relif
The government shutdown stretched into its 40th day Sunday even as senators held a weekend session in hopes of finding…
Trump signals no shutdown compromise on the Affordable Care Act, calling it ‘the worst Healthcare anywhere in the world’
As Saturday’s session got underway, it was uncertain whether Republicans and Democrats could make any headway toward reopening…
California Gov. Newsom thanks Texas after redistricting win
HOUSTON — California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s victory lap over passage of Proposition 50 reached Texas on Saturday, days…
Live updates: Trump unveils deal to lower obesity drugs costs
President Donald Trump unveiled a deal Thursday with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to expand coverage and…
As shutdown sets record, Ron Johnson flips position on ending Senate filibuster
U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson has flipped his position on killing the Senate filibuster rule, which has prevented Republicans…
It’s Election Day in Texas. Here’s what to watch.
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A SCOTUS Bench Memo for the Trump Tariff Case
Introduction Soon after taking office, President Donald Trump invoked the 1977 International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to…
Trump says he ‘won’t be extorted’ as the shutdown is about to become the longest ever
The government shutdown is poised to become the longest ever this week as the impasse between Democrats and Republicans has…
Justice Department tells Congress Trump doesn’t need its approval for military strikes on alleged drug boats
A senior Justice Department official has told Congress that the Trump administration can continue lethal military strikes on…
Justice Department tells Congress Trump doesn’t need its approval for military strikes on alleged drug boats
A senior Justice Department official has told Congress that the Trump administration can continue lethal military strikes on…