New York's Governor Kathy Hochul is in a tough spot. She's pushing for some changes in the law, but she's facing a lot of resistance. The changes she wants are about how the state handles people with serious mental health issues and how evidence is shared in court cases. These aren't huge changes, b
The House of Representatives is facing a significant shift in how it handles tariffs. Republicans are pushing for a rule change that would limit the House's ability to challenge Donald Trump's tariff policies. This move is tucked away in a procedural rule related to a budget resolution, making it le
The future of NASA's Earth science missions is hanging in the balance. Some missions are already being asked to plan for their own end. This worrying news came from Rep. George Whitesides, who shared that both new and ongoing Earth science missions have been told to get ready for potential budget cu
The political landscape is shifting, and with it, the approach to tax cuts. In the past, Republican tax cuts were often temporary. This was due to strict budget rules in Washington that limited how much could be added to the federal deficit. The strategy was to implement tax cuts and hope that Democ
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 numbe
While the world watches Trump's tariffs shake up the markets, a big debate is happening in the Senate. Republicans are trying to figure out how to move forward with Trump's tax plans and other big spending ideas. It's not easy for them to agree on what to do. The Senate Republicans had a tough
The filibuster, a longstanding Senate rule, is under the microscope. This rule, which needs 60 votes to get past, has been a key part of the Senate's identity. It has often been used to block legislation. It has been a big topic in recent Senate debates. The filibuster has been a key part of the Se
The Senate faced a challenging night as Republicans and Democrats clashed over a budget plan. This plan is crucial for President Trump's goals, which include massive tax cuts, increased border security, and more defense spending. However, it also involves significant cuts to other government program
The U. S. Senate has kicked off a heated debate over a massive budget plan. This plan is all about pushing forward a multitrillion-dollar package that aligns with the president's agenda. The vote was close, with 52 Republicans voting yes and 48 Democrats voting no. Only one Republican, Rand Paul, br
The National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies have abruptly ended nearly three dozen research projects led by Harvard-affiliated hospitals. This move has left many scientists scrambling. The cuts have hit Mass General Brigham, the nation’s top hospital for research grants, hard. The h
