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By T. P. Broyles | Apr 3, 2026

Senator Roger Wicker and Representative Mike Rogers have voiced strong support for President Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget for fiscal year 2027. They say this investment is crucial amid rising global threats from various adversaries including China and Russia.

By R. C. Jamison | Apr 3, 2026

Senator Lindsey Graham responded to President Trump's fiscal year 2027 budget request. He called the proposed increase in defense spending historic and praised Trump's focus on national security.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 3, 2026

Chairman Tim Walberg responded on Apr. 3 to the latest Department of Labor jobs report. He emphasized ongoing efforts by House Republicans alongside recent job growth figures. The House Education and Workforce Committee continues its role in shaping national labor policies.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 3, 2026

Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg commented on President Trump’s FY 2027 budget proposal. Walberg called for efficient government spending while highlighting shared goals with the administration. The committee oversees key policies in education and labor.

By R. C. Jamison | Apr 3, 2026

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.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 3, 2026

Senator Amy Klobuchar criticized on Apr. 3 what she described as deep cuts in President Biden's proposed USDA budget for 2027. She warned these reductions could harm rural communities by reducing funding for small towns, agricultural research, and international food aid.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 3, 2026

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.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 2, 2026

Policy experts told Congress that aiming for no more than three percent annual deficits could stabilize U.S. debt levels. The House Budget Committee heard bipartisan support along with warnings about higher borrowing costs linked directly to rising government debt.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 2, 2026

Senator Jeanne Shaheen responded critically to President Trump's recent address about escalating conflict with Iran. She questioned shifting objectives and called for administration officials to testify before Congress about unresolved issues surrounding U.S involvement.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 2, 2026

A recent Washington Examiner op-ed urges Congress to fund defense efforts in Iran by cutting welfare fraud rather than raising new revenue or debt. Authors propose reforms including stronger identity checks on benefit recipients while citing broad public support for anti-fraud initiatives.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 2, 2026

Senators Bernie Sanders and Ron Wyden are urging Senate committees to hold hearings with leading U.S. health insurance CEOs amid concerns about rising costs for consumers. Their call highlights growing scrutiny over industry profits versus patient outcomes. The HELP Committee's oversight could shape future healthcare policy.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 2, 2026

Senator Bill Cassidy has expanded his investigation into fraud within federally funded child care programs across several states. High rates of improper payments have been identified in Rhode Island, Delaware, North Carolina, and Georgia compared with Texas’ low rate.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 2, 2026

Chairman Brett Guthrie led House Republicans supporting a Trump administration proposal changing federal vehicle fuel efficiency rules. Lawmakers say this would lower car costs for families compared with earlier regulations. The House Energy and Commerce Committee has played a key role shaping such policies.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 2, 2026

Senator Dick Durbin responded after President Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi. Durbin criticized both Bondi's tenure and Trump's expectations for her replacement. The Senate Judiciary Committee's role in overseeing such appointments remains central.

By T. P. Broyles | Apr 2, 2026

Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley thanked outgoing Attorney General Pam Bondi following President Trump's decision to nominate a new candidate. Grassley emphasized safety and transparency as priorities while stating that his committee will review the upcoming nominee.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 2, 2026

House committee chairmen responded after a New York Times report alleged that fundraising platform ActBlue may have misled Congress about its efforts to prevent illegal foreign donations. The committees pledged continued investigation into donor verification practices amid ongoing scrutiny over election security.

By R. C. Jamison | Apr 1, 2026

The House Energy and Commerce Committee has issued a subpoena demanding records from California officials about their electric vehicle mandate policies. Chairman Brett Guthrie said this move follows months of non-compliance during an ongoing investigation into regulations affecting auto manufacturers. The committee's action highlights continued debate over federal versus state authority on environmental rules.

By H. B. Edwards | Apr 1, 2026

Senator Edward J. Markey marked one year since former President Trump's global import tariffs were enacted. He called attention to their impact on U.S. small businesses despite a Supreme Court ruling striking them down earlier this year. Markey urged immediate refunds for affected companies.