Category: Erie News Now – Washington, D.C. Bureau
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Congress Grapples with Potential $200-Billion Request from Pentagon for Iran Campaign
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Pentagon could ask Congress for 200-billion dollars to support their military efforts in Iran. Members are approaching this request with caution, wanting to take a good look at what the Pentagon is asking for before they give their approval.
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Airports Feeling Pressure from DHS Shutdown, Rep. Langworthy Pushes Bill to Pay TSA Workers
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America’s airports are feeling the pressure as the Department of Homeland Security shutdown stretches into week five.
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Sen. Mullin Faces Confirmation Hearing Amid DHS Shutdown
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin was in the hot seat Wednesday morning, answering questions from his fellow Senate colleagues after the President tapped him to be the next Homeland Security Secretary. In a three-hour long hearing, Senator Mullin tries to make the case for why he should be confirmed as the next DHS Secretary.
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String of Terror-Related Attacks Raises National Security Concerns Amid DHS Shutdown
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A string of terror-related attacks across the U.S. is raising new concerns about national security. Those concerns coming as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) remains shut down and as a top counter-terrorism official in the Trump administration resigned abruptly Monday.
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Senate Takes Up Trump’s Sweeping Elections Measure
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate began debate on an elections bill that is a top priority for the President. The SAVE America Act would require ID to vote and proof of citizenship to register to vote. The President is urging Republicans to add non-elections related provisions to the measure.
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Trump Urges Allies to Help with Strait of Hormuz as Oil, Gas Prices Soar Amid Iran’s Blockade
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Global energy markets are feeling the impact of a major shipping blockade in the Middle East. Iran’s military has effectively shut down traffic through the Strait of Hormuz — a narrow waterway that carries about twenty percent of the world’s oil supply on a daily basis.
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FCC Chairman’s Comments to Revoke Broadcast Licenses gets Pushback
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman of the FCC threatened to revoke licenses for news outlets over their coverage of the Iran war. A journalism advocacy organization said the Chairman’s threats are toothless.
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Suits and Sweatshirts: The Unlikely Senate Duo from Pennsylvania
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In a Congress known for bitter partisan divides, one bipartisan duo is proving that politics doesn’t always have to be ugly. Two senators- different parties, different backgrounds, different looks — but with the same goal, for the same state.
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DHS Funding in Deadlock, Frustrations Rise on Capitol Hill
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – It’s been about a month since Congress partially shut down the government. They’re unable to reach an agreement on funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Tensions on Capitol Hill are starting to rise and the negotiations seem to be stalled on ICE reforms.
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A Message, Supposedly from New Supreme Leader, Vows Retribution as Iranian President Shares Demands for End to War
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A purported message from Iran’s new supreme leader comes as “Operation Epic Fury” approaches its third week. What is believed to be the new voice at the top of Iran’s power structure is promising retribution as the conflict between Iran, Israel and the U.S. intensifies.