The fund received harsh criticism and legal roadblocks. Even though it appears the fund — as we knew it — is dead, the concept is still very appealing to the president.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – According to AAA, gas prices are slowly starting to drop. It’s giving drivers some relief as they hit the roads this summer. We spoke with both of Pennsylvania’s Senators on the cost of gas due to the war with Iran. They shared their plans to help bring other costs down. 

Sunday marked the 100th day since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran. After months of uncertainty surrounding the war and its trajectory, new missile launches, retaliatory strikes and peace demands are raising fears that the conflict could drag on even longer.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The President’s pick to lead US intelligence agencies has complicated Congress’ chances of reauthorizing a spy program. Members on the Intelligence Committee said it’s a necessary program to protect national security but it’s unclear if Senate leadership will get enough support to reauthorize the program before it expires in a few days. 

President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that Bill Pulte, the current head of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, will become acting director of national intelligence when Tulsi Gabbard steps down at the end of June for personal reasons. 

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate is expected to begin debate on the Republican-led ICE and Border patrol funding measure. It’s a $72-billion dollar package and will fund those agencies for the next three years. One group on Capitol Hill is pushing back on the bill, saying these immigration tactics hurt their communities.  

Much of Rubio’s Senate hearing centered around global conflicts and crises, including the ongoing stalemate with Iran. In addition to Iran, recent Russian attacks on Ukraine, aid for Taiwan were just some of the topics lawmakers questioned Rubio on.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told members of Congress the Department of Justice is dropping their “Anti-Weaponization Fund”. That proposed fund, which the administration said it would provide financial relief to people who were targeted by the government, became a polarizing issue on Capitol Hill.  

The idea faces a statutory roadblock and is sparking debate — and interest in the surprising history of the giant bills America used to carry. But a statutory roadblock stands in the way.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald Trump claims both Israel and Hezbollah will scale back their fighting after he spoke to both parties. This follows the weekends heavy attacks in southern Lebanon, which also strains peace talks with Iran.