Tag: Washington D.C. Bureau
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President Trump Set to Deliver State of the Union Address with Focus on Economy
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The prime-time speech to the country will come amid major tensions at home and abroad. The annual address is a constitutional obligation — but it’s also a political opportunity for presidents to tout accomplishments, priorities and policies.
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Congressional Members Weigh in on Four Years of Russia’s War on Ukraine
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tuesday marks four years since Russia invaded Ukraine. The invasion has tested Ukrainians and their partners, pushing back on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s quest to conquer Ukraine.
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After Supreme Court Ruling, Trump Escalates Tariff Fight with 15% Global Rate
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The president originally responded with a 10% global tariff after Friday’s ruling — only to raise it to 15% one day later. For imports from many countries, it is an even higher rate than it was under the tariffs that were shot down in a 6-3 decision by the high…
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What to Expect in Trump’s State of the Union Address
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Tuesday night, President Donald Trump will deliver the annual State of the Union address.
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In Washington, USVI Gov. Bryan Pushes Administration for Tariff Relief and Reflects on Two Terms of Service
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Gov. Albert Bryan Jr. (D-USVI) is in the nation’s capital this week — representing the U.S. Virgin Islands at the National Governors Association winter meeting. The governor said the trip is about more than handshakes — it’s about delivering for the people back home.
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Consumer Advocates Praise Supreme Court Ruling on Trump’s Global Tariffs, President Criticizes Court
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – In a six to three decision, the Supreme Court struck down the President’s global tariffs. In response to the ruling, the President said he will sign an order imposing a ten percent global tariff.
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Board of Peace Members, U.S. Pledge Billions for Gaza Relief, Reconstruction
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At the first-ever Board of Peace Summit in Washington, President Donald Trump rolled out new financial commitments and security pledges aimed at stabilizing and rebuilding Gaza.
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Trump to make Decision on Potential Military Strike on Iran Within Two Weeks
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – During President Trump’s Board of Peace meeting, he said he will make a decision on whether to carry out a potential military strike on Iran within the next two weeks. This follows reports of a large US military build-up in the region.
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Day 5 of Partial Govt. Shutdown as DHS Funding Standoff Continues, FEMA Disruptions Emerge
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The partial shutdown is impacting the Department of Homeland Security, which oversees agencies like ICE, the Coast Guard, FEMA and TSA.
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Russia, Ukraine Peace Talks Wrap in Geneva, Five Year Anniversary of War Approaching
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Peace talks between the US, Ukraine and Russia wrapped in Geneva after two days. It’s been almost five years since Russia launched their latest war against Ukraine. “There’s progress but none of the details can be disclosed at this stage,” said Rustem Umerov, Secretary for the National Defense and Security Council of Ukraine. Details of the progress remain limited but Rustem, the lead negotiator,…