Tag: Washington D.C. Bureau
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Concerns Raised about DOJ’s Independence Following Probe on Fed Reserve Chair Powell
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the Department of Justice served the Central Bank with subpoenas and threatened a criminal indictment over his testimony about the Fed’s building renovations. Powell said this unprecedented action should be seen in the broader context of the administration’s threats and ongoing pressure.
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House Approves 3-Year Extension of Expired ACA Subsidies as Senate Eyes Compromise
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Extending enhanced Affordable Care Act tax credits that expired on Dec. 31 has been a key reason for recent gridlock in Washington. The debate triggered last fall’s government shutdown — and now, it’s back at center stage.
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Senate Advances Measure Limiting War Powers in Future Venezuela Operations
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Less than a week after US forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro in a surprise military operation, the Senate moved forward with a measure to limit future operations without Congress’ authority.
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Congress Probes Fraud Claims Tied to Somali-run Childcare Centers in Minnesota
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The congressional inquiry comes after a conservative content creator published a video visiting several childcare centers and claiming they illegally collected federal money meant for low-income families.
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Trump Administration Freezes Billions in Child Care Funds to Five Democrat-Led States, Alleges Fraud
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Trump administration has paused ten-billion dollars federal childcare funding in five Democrat-led states over claims of alleged fraud. However, the administration hasn’t provided any evidence of fraud.
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Lawmakers React as Trump Administration Discusses Greenland After Venezuela Operation
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President Trump has long eyed the more than 800-square-mile island that holds a strategic advantage between the U.S., Europe and Russia. Hopes of someday acquiring Greenland are nothing new for President Donald Trump. But after Saturday’s extensive, covert military operation in Venezuela, the president has put other nations — and some…
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Secretary Rubio Unveils Three-Phase Plan for Venezuela Following Maduro Capture
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the weekend’s surprise military operation taking Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro into US custody, the Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, told congressional members the US has “tremendous control” and “leverage” over Venezuela. Following that closed-door briefing, Democrats claim not all of their questions were answered. In the briefing, Secretary Rubio said he shared their three-part plan for Venezuela.
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Lawmakers Seeking More Info on Next Steps for Venezuela
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Over the weekend, the U.S. carried out targeted strikes on Venezuela and forcibly removed its leader, bringing him and his wife to New York City, where they face a slew of charges. This week, Congress will have to weigh its constitutional role in matters of war, foreign intervention and executive power.
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Lawmakers Reflect on 5-Year Anniversary of Jan. 6 Attack on U.S. Capitol
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Today marks five years since the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol — a day that stunned the nation and reshaped American politics. Lawmakers, law enforcement and historians say the impact of the attack on the heart of American democracy is still being felt.
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Election Integrity Watchdog Shares Concerns on Continued Election Fraud Claims
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Leading up to the January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack, President Donald Trump claimed the election was stolen. He still continues to make that claim. Various claims of alleged widespread election fraud in 2020 were investigated, litigated and judges found they were without merit. We spoke with an election watchdog about our election integrity.