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Markey questions SBA’s use of DOGE AI deregulation tool
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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey of Massachusetts has raised concerns about the use of an artificial intelligence tool, known as the “DOGE AI Deregulation Decision Tool,” by the Small Business Administration (SBA).

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Ranking Member Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) has called on several Trump administration officials to create a plan for refunding tariffs to American businesses, particularly small businesses, if courts overturn the tariffs imposed under the...

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Senator Moran congratulates Dan Wiley on election as national commander of The American Legion
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U.S. Senator Jerry Moran, chairman of the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, issued a statement congratulating Dan Wiley of Leavenworth, Kansas, on his election as the 2025-2026 National Commander of The American Legion. “Congratulations to...


Senators criticize handling of $191 billion unemployment insurance losses
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U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Susan Collins (R-ME), and Mike Crapo (R-ID) have criticized the Biden administration over its handling of unemployment insurance (UI) payments during the pandemic, pointing to at least $191 billion in losses due...


Cassidy urges delay of vaccine advisory panel meeting after CDC leadership changes
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has called for the postponement of an upcoming meeting of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Advisory Committee on Immunization...


Comer presses U.S. Navy for answers on brain injury risks among aviators
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House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) and Subcommittee on Military and Foreign Affairs Chairman William Timmons (R-S.C.) are continuing their investigation into the prevalence of traumatic brain injuries...


Comer seeks details on use of foreign-based drug purchasing groups by major PBMs
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House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has expanded the committee’s investigation into Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) by requesting information about the use of foreign-headquartered group purchasing organizations (GPOs).


Comer and Mace seek answers from Wikimedia Foundation over alleged article manipulation
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House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) and Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chairwoman Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) have launched an investigation into alleged...


Thompson urges Pennsylvania governor to address SNAP mismanagement concerns
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House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson has sent a letter to Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro, expressing concern over the management of the state's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).


Senate Commerce Committee schedules hearing on U.S.-China competition in space
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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, has announced a full committee hearing set for September 3, 2025.


Oversight Committee reviews U.S. approach amid increased Chinese activity in Antarctica
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The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform is examining how federal agencies coordinate to advance U.S. interests and research in Antarctica.


Senators seek answers from Aflac after cyberattack impacts patient data
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U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Maggie Hassan have requested information from Aflac regarding a recent cyberattack on the company’s internal data systems.


Comer issues subpoena as part of House review into Epstein-Maxwell investigation
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House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has announced updates regarding the committee’s ongoing review of the federal government’s investigation into Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.


Oversight committee investigates D.C. police over alleged manipulation of crime statistics
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House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has opened an investigation into allegations that leadership within the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) in Washington, D.C., manipulated crime data to lower...


Oversight Committee requests DOJ update on illegal Chinese vape sales
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House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) has requested a briefing from the Department of Justice (DOJ) regarding the growing availability of illegal vapor products, mainly originating from China, being sold in the United States.


Mace questions use of AI by Hertz for car rental damage claims
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Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation Chair Nancy Mace (R-S.C.) has begun an inquiry into Hertz Global Holdings, Inc.’s use of artificial intelligence technology for assessing car rental damages.


Comer questions credibility of former Biden spokesman's statements on president's mental fitness
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House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) released a statement following a transcribed interview with Ian Sams, the former spokesman for the Biden White House Counsel’s Office.


Cassidy highlights worker-focused legislation during tour of Louisiana alligator farm
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Last week, Fox Business accompanied U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Department of Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer on a tour of the Walls Alligator Farm in Springfield,...


House Judiciary Committee seeks input from major sports leagues on broadcast blackouts
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The House Judiciary Committee has requested briefings from the leaders of the four major U.S. professional sports leagues regarding their roles in sports broadcasting markets and the use of "blackout" exemptions.


Major U.S. hospitals halt pediatric gender transition services after new federal directives
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has announced that several major hospital systems and health providers in the United States have stopped offering gender transition...