Public broadcasting in the U. S. is facing a serious threat. The Senate is considering a move to take back nearly $1. 1 billion that was already set aside for public media. This includes PBS and NPR, which have relied on federal funding for decades. The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) is at the heart of this issue. It's an independent group created by Cong...
The Senate is in the middle of a big debate about a new bill. This bill includes tax cuts, changes to Medicaid, and more money for border security. The final vote is expected soon, but it's not clear how it will turn out. The bill is very expensive. It could add $3. 3 trillion to the country's debt over the next 10 years. That's a lot of money. Some people think thi...
The Senate took a big step late Saturday night, pushing President Donald Trump's spending plan forward. The vote was close, with 51 senators in favor and 49 against. Two Republicans, Thom Tillis and Rand Paul, joined Democrats in opposing the move. Trump quickly celebrated the win on Truth Social, calling it a "GREAT VICTORY. " But the fight isn't over yet. The bill ...
The Senate recently passed a key vote on a massive tax reform bill. This bill, backed by President Trump, aims to cut taxes by a huge amount: $4. 5 trillion. But the journey to get it passed is not smooth. Republicans are now in a tough spot. They need to convince enough senators to support the bill for its final approval. The majority leader, John Thune, is working...
California has long been a pioneer in the fight against air pollution, especially when it comes to vehicle emissions. The state has unique authority to set stricter standards for cars and trucks, thanks to a provision in the 1967 Clean Air Act. This power has allowed California to lead the nation in reducing smog and soot, which are major health hazards. However, thi...
A significant number of senators, both Republican and Democrat, recently pushed forward a bill to regulate stablecoins. This move, however, has raised eyebrows due to potential conflicts of interest. Sixteen Democratic senators joined their Republican colleagues to advance the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U. S. Stablecoins (GENIUS) Act. This bill ...
In the early hours of a Saturday morning, the Senate, led by Republicans, gave a green light to a revised budget plan. This plan is a big deal for President Trump's plans for the country. The vote was close, with 51 senators voting yes and 48 voting no. This budget plan is about more than just numbers. It's about defense, energy, immigration, and taxes. It's a roadma...
The United States Senate took a stand against President Donald Trump's trade policies. A resolution passed in the Senate, with support from both Republicans and Democrats, aimed to block Trump's tariffs on Canada. This move was a direct challenge to Trump's trade strategies, which have been a contentious issue. Four Republican senators crossed party lines to sup...
The Senate recently passed a bill to keep the government running, but it wasn't a smooth process. The vote was 62 to 38, with 10 Democrats joining Republicans to push the measure forward. This vote highlighted a significant divide within the Democratic Party. The bill, known as a continuing resolution or CR, was a temporary fix to avoid a government shutdown. Som...
Linda McMahon, a former wrestling executive, has been appointed as the nation's education chief. This is a surprising choice, given her background and the president's plans for the Education Department. McMahon, a 76-year-old billionaire and former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment, has little traditional education leadership experience. She spent a year on Connec...