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US lawmaker denies charges stemming from immigration centre visit

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fromTruthout

DOJ Charges New Jersey Congresswoman With Assault Following ICE Jail Visit

Congresswoman LaMonica McIver faces assault charges from the DOJ, which she claims are politically motivated and aimed at obstructing legislative oversight on migrant detention.

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fromFast Company

Why Bernie Sanders's real-time reaction to Iran bombing took over social media

Bernie Sanders' emotional response to the U.S. bombing Iran exemplifies his candid approach and highlights challenges with military action and congressional approval.

fromwww.theguardian.com

House Democratic veterans back moves to limit Trump's military authority

The group of 12 House Democratic military veterans have taken a stand against Trump’s military authority, asserting their support for a War Powers Act resolution.

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fromPoynter

Trump's strike on Iran revives decades-old fight over war powers and presidential authority - Poynter

Rep. Jim Himes stated that the military strikes on Iran were a clear violation of the Constitution, exemplifying the ongoing debate over presidential power in military actions.

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fromwww.theguardian.com

Cheering support and instant condemnation: US lawmakers respond to attack on Iran

US bombing of nuclear targets in Iran sparked bipartisan reactions, exposing political divisions regarding military intervention.

NYC politics

fromwww.amny.com

Just following orders': ICE denies two New York Congress members entry to inspect immigrant detention center where people are sleeping on floors

Congressmen Goldman and Nadler were denied access to an ICE detention center despite having legal authority to conduct oversight inspections.

fromwww.npr.org

Some federal workers lost health coverage they had paid for. A Democrat wants answers

The Commerce Secretary is called to address wrongful health care cancellations for fired employees.

Democrat Tells MSNBC She's Scared Alina Habba Will Prosecute Her Too After ICE Scuffle

Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman expresses concern over potential charges after colleague's assault charge related to an incident at an ICE facility.

NYC politics

fromtime.com

What to Know About the Assault Charges Against Rep. LaMonica McIver

Rep. LaMonica McIver faces assault charges after intervening during an arrest at an immigration detention center.

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fromNew York Post

NYC politics

Exclusive | Alina Habba defends felony charges against Rep. LaMonica McIver over chaotic Newark ICE detention center protest: 'Nothing to do with congressional oversight'

NYC politics

Alina Habba Charges Democratic Congresswoman After ICE Facility Visit

fromNew York Post

NYC politics

Exclusive | Alina Habba defends felony charges against Rep. LaMonica McIver over chaotic Newark ICE detention center protest: 'Nothing to do with congressional oversight'

NYC politics

Alina Habba Charges Democratic Congresswoman After ICE Facility Visit

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Senate GOP leaders will try to block California vehicle standards that would phase out gas-powered cars

Senate moves to block California's strict vehicle emissions standards, including a phase-out of gas-powered cars by 2035.

fromwww.npr.org

GOP blocked Hegseth Signal probe because he is 'indefensible,' says Rep. Adam Smith

House Republicans blocked an inquiry into Secretary Hegseth's use of Signal for discussing sensitive military operations.

Republicans Freeze House Efforts to Compel Information From Trump

Republicans closed off pathways for Congress to demand information from the Trump administration, curtailing legislative oversight.

fromTruthout

Trump Admin Refuses to Answer to Congress About Citizens Being Detained by ICE

"What we are clearly seeing is that with this administration, they are not responding to congressional inquiries," said Rep. Teresa Leger FernÃ¡ndez, a New Mexico Democrat.

US politics

Kristen Welker Presses Cory Booker for Evidence' on Trump Tariff Corruption Allegation: Is This Just a Fishing Expedition?'

Booker argues thereâs enough suspicion surrounding Trumpâs actions to investigate possible insider trading related to tariff changes, despite a lack of direct evidence.

US politics

Blumenthal Calls Shadow Hearing' on Trump Veterans Cuts

Senator Blumenthal urges Secretary Collins to testify about the negative effects of Trump's workforce cuts on veterans affairs.

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fromTechCrunch

US lawmakers urge UK spy court to hold Apple 'backdoor' secret hearing in public | TechCrunch

Bipartisan U.S. lawmakers demand transparency in U.K. tribunal hearing on Apple's legal challenge against government surveillance demands.

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fromComputerWeekly.com

US Congress demands UK lifts gag on Apple encryption order | Computer Weekly

US lawmakers criticize the UK for restricting companies from revealing secret data requests, undermining Congressional oversight.

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Rubio Bypasses Congress to Send Israel $4 Billion in Arms

Rubio bypassed Congress to send $4 billion in military aid to Israel, raising concerns over transparency and accountability.

5 months ago

Former Defense Secretaries Call Trump's Firing of Military Leaders Reckless'

Five former defense secretaries condemned Trump's military firings and urged congressional investigation to evaluate national security implications.