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Three new laws have been signed by the President authorizing Medal of Honor awards for acts of valor by James Capers, Jr., Nicholas Dockery, and John W. Ripley. The recipients served in conflicts including Vietnam and Afghanistan.

Senator Merkley criticizes President Trump’s fiscal year 2027 budget proposal

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Senator Jeff Merkley has criticized President Trump's fiscal year 2027 proposed budget after its release April 3. Merkley highlighted concerns over increased defense spending and lack of support for key domestic programs.

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President Trump directs compensation for DHS employees during ongoing shutdown

President Donald J. Trump has issued a directive for Department of Homeland Security employees affected by a prolonged government shutdown to receive compensation using available funds. The move aims to address pay gaps among thousands of federal workers performing critical public safety roles.

House Budget Chairman Arrington responds to March jobs report showing 178,000 new jobs

House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington responded after new data showed U.S. employers added 178,000 jobs in March—three times more than expected. He cited rising wages and increased tax refunds as signs of improvement for workers.

Senator Collins responds to President’s budget request for fiscal year 2027

Senator Susan Collins commented on Apr. 3 about President Biden's fiscal year 2027 budget proposal. She raised concerns over defense allocations and potential cuts affecting key domestic programs while emphasizing Congressional control over spending decisions.

President issues message for Easter Sunday

President Donald J. Trump released an official message marking Easter Sunday on April 3. The statement focuses on themes central to Christianity such as resurrection, redemption, faith's role in national identity—and concludes with well wishes to Americans celebrating.

Chief Michael W. Banks shares updates on drug seizures and rescues in Arizona

Chief Michael W. Banks detailed recent actions by Tucson Sector agents via social media posts on April 2-3, including a large methamphetamine seizure near Green Valley and a rescue operation involving two people trapped in extreme heat during an...
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