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Senators seek answers from tech firms over child safety on AI platforms
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U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, and Josh Hawley have raised concerns about the safety of artificial intelligence (AI) platforms used by children.


Chairman Cole blames Senate Democrats for ongoing government shutdown
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House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) appeared on Fox Business’s “Mornings with Maria” to address the ongoing government shutdown, which he attributed to Senate Democrats.


Senate HELP Committee holds confirmation hearing on Trump labor nominees
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, delivered remarks during a confirmation hearing for three nominees to key labor positions in the Trump administration.


Thompson criticizes Democrats for government shutdown’s impact on agriculture
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House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson (PA-15) issued a statement criticizing Democrats after they voted to shut down the government.


Senate committee schedules hearing on alleged government pressure on tech firms
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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, has announced a full committee hearing scheduled for October 8, 2025.


Senate Commerce Committee schedules executive session to consider nominations and legislation
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U.S. Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas), Chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will lead a full committee Executive Session on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. ET.


Senator Cantwell issues statement after Corporation for Public Broadcasting closes
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The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has permanently closed following the elimination of its federal funding for Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027.


Klobuchar and Warren urge Trump administration not to proceed with $20 billion bailout for Argentina
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Senators Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), along with 12 other senators, have sent a letter to President Trump urging him to stop a planned $20 billion bailout for Argentina.


Chairman Tom Cole blames Democrats for impending federal shutdown
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House Appropriations Committee Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) appeared on ABC News to discuss the impending government shutdown, attributing responsibility to Democrats.


House Republicans criticize Democratic $1.5 trillion spending proposal ahead of shutdown deadline
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Democratic lawmakers have introduced a $1.5 trillion funding proposal, which Republicans are criticizing as excessive and filled with partisan measures.


Senators introduce SAFE Act aiming at new protections for college athletes
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U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) have introduced the Student Athlete Fairness and Enforcement (SAFE) Act, a bill designed to establish federal rights and protections for college...


Ernst calls for reforms in federal small business innovation programs
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U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, chair of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, addressed the Senate regarding her efforts to reform federal programs aimed at supporting small businesses and protecting national security interests.


Senate blocks extension for SBIR/STTR as Markey warns of impact on US innovation
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Senator Edward J. Markey, the Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, issued a statement after his attempt to extend the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR)...


Senator Cassidy seeks input on higher education transparency to lower student costs
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who chairs the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, has reached out to stakeholders seeking input on how to improve transparency in higher education.


Lawmakers demand explanation from SBA over closure of Springfield district office
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Last week, Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) led a group of Massachusetts lawmakers in sending a letter to Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Kelly Loeffler.


Cruz releases report alleging Biden administration pressured tech firms through CISA
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U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Chairman Ted Cruz has released an investigative report that alleges the Biden administration directed the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) to pressure technology companies into moderating...


Original Jurisdiction commentator: Rebecca Taibleson is 'taking flak from some conservatives' for her judicial nomination
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David Lat, a lawyer and legal commentator with Original Jurisdiction, addressed the controversy surrounding Rebecca Taibleson's nomination to the Seventh Circuit.


Ernst honors 319 Decor & Design as Small Business of the Week
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Chair of the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee, Joni Ernst, has announced 319 Decor & Design as the latest recipient of the Small Business of the Week award.


Senators introduce SAFE Act seeking national standards on student athlete compensation
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U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), and Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) have introduced the Student Athlete Fairness and Enforcement (SAFE) Act, a bill aimed at establishing new rights and protections for college athletes...


Senate Democrats release report alleging illegal implementation of Trump budget cuts at NASA
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A new staff report released by U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, alleges that the Trump Administration has been directing NASA to implement proposed budget cuts...