Category: WENY – Washington, D.C. Bureau

  • String of Terror-Related Attacks Raises National Security Concerns Amid DHS Shutdown 

    String of Terror-Related Attacks Raises National Security Concerns Amid DHS Shutdown 

    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.

  • Senate Takes Up Trump’s Sweeping Elections Measure

    Senate Takes Up Trump’s Sweeping Elections Measure

    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. 

  • Trump Urges Allies to Help with Strait of Hormuz as Oil, Gas Prices Soar Amid Iran’s Blockade

    Trump Urges Allies to Help with Strait of Hormuz as Oil, Gas Prices Soar Amid Iran’s Blockade

    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.

  • FCC Chairman’s Comments to Revoke Broadcast Licenses gets Pushback

    FCC Chairman’s Comments to Revoke Broadcast Licenses gets Pushback

    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.  

  • Suits and Sweatshirts: The Unlikely Senate Duo from Pennsylvania 

    Suits and Sweatshirts: The Unlikely Senate Duo from Pennsylvania 

    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.

  • DHS Funding in Deadlock, Frustrations Rise on Capitol Hill

    DHS Funding in Deadlock, Frustrations Rise on Capitol Hill

    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.  

  • A Message, Supposedly from New Supreme Leader, Vows Retribution as Iranian President Shares Demands for End to War 

    A Message, Supposedly from New Supreme Leader, Vows Retribution as Iranian President Shares Demands for End to War 

    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.

  • Iran Conflict Creates “Largest Supply Disruption” in History of Global Oil Market

    Iran Conflict Creates “Largest Supply Disruption” in History of Global Oil Market

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oil prices jumped even after the US and an international organization announced emergency reserves would be released. The price of oil and gas has been volatile since the US and Israel launched their war on Iran. 

  • SAVE America Act Faces Uncertain Future in Senate, Trump Demands Action Ahead of 2026 Midterms

    SAVE America Act Faces Uncertain Future in Senate, Trump Demands Action Ahead of 2026 Midterms

    The SAVE America Act would require proof of citizenship to register to vote — and photo ID to cast a ballot, even though it is already illegal for noncitizens to vote in federal elections. Supporters say the measure protects the integrity of American elections, but critics warn it could create new…

  • Democratic Senator, Governors Want Tariff Refunds and Relief

    Democratic Senator, Governors Want Tariff Refunds and Relief

    WASHINGTON, D.C. – In late February, the Supreme Court struck down the President’s use of emergency powers to issue tariffs. Soon after the ruling, Trump said he would use a different route to implement tariffs. A handful of Democratic governors and a US Senator are looking to rein in the President’s tariffs.