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20 results for “congress recess”
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil prices surge as Congress splits on Iran war votes: From the Politics Desk
Oil surged July 23 as Iran tensions rose and Congress advanced rival war and sanctions measures, boosting supply risk and market volatility.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Congress fails to restrict Trump’s Iran war powers — RT World News
Washington senators voted down a measure to limit Trump’s Iran war authority, preserving executive latitude amid partisan divides and Mideast tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pete Hegseth puts cost of Iran war at $37.5 billion as the Pentagon seeks more money from Congress
Defense officials lift Iran war estimate to $37.5B amid funding push, sparking partisan debate over scope, timelines, and fiscal tradeoffs.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Thune says Congress should have a say in Iran deal as GOP unease grows
Sen. John Thune says Congress should weigh in on a U.S.–Iran deal amid GOP concerns over sanctions relief, verification, and durable approval.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Sen. Raphael Warnock says "it's past time for Congress to assert itself" in Iran war
Sen. Raphael Warnock calls for Congress to reassert oversight of U.S. actions tied to the Iran war, signaling potential hearings and limits on operations.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Sen. James Lankford says Congress should ratify any deal Trump makes with Iran
Sen. James Lankford urges congressional ratification for any future Trump-Iran agreement, aiming for durable policy amid debate on executive authority.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Congress Prepares for a Consequential Iran Vote
Lawmakers weigh tougher or recalibrated pressure on Iran, with market and security risks elevated as Tehran watches U.S. divisions.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump warns college sports could be ‘lost forever’ as committee pushes changes, Congress urged to act
President Donald Trump pressures Congress to overhaul college sports, warning the system could be "lost forever" as a White House committee proposes lim
- 3 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Data suggests 'hiring recession' may be behind us — but the Iran war poses job market risks
Federal data show March hiring improved, hinting at stabilization, but Iran conflict-related energy and supply risks could weigh on upcoming job gains.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Palestinian soccer boss refuses to shake hands with Israeli counterpart at FIFA Congress
Jibril Rajoub declined Basim Sheikh Suliman’s handshake at the May 2 FIFA Congress, spotlighting geopolitical tensions and potential policy ripple effects.
- 7 min
- Israel
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump aims to reset war powers clock with controversial bid to bypass Congress
Administration claims Iran ceasefire restarts 60-day limit as U.S.-led blockade continues, drawing separation-of-powers challenges and market watch.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Pentagon Demands Congress Burn Millions to Make Name Change Official
Defense Department asks Congress for funds to rename agency, sparking debate over costs, messaging, and policy signals amid budget talks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
CNN host Smerconish urges Congress to authorize Iran war before deadline
CNN’s Michael Smerconish presses Congress to approve Trump’s Iran military operations before a looming deadline, spotlighting war-powers debate.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Two Democratic reps call for Swalwell to exit Congress as controversy swirls around his bid for CA governor
In Sacramento, two House Democrats call on Eric Swalwell to resign and exit the California governor race amid new sexual assault allegations.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
World Jewish Congress President: Democracy Faces ‘Total Collapse’ if Attacks on Judeo‑Christian Targets Continue
The World Jewish Congress president warned that the attack at a synagogue and Jewish kindergarten in Michigan was not an isolated incident.
- 3 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
First 6 days of Iran war cost $11.3 billion, Pentagon tells Congress
Officials briefed the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense. One senator said he believes cost is higher since the figure didn't include aspects like mu...
- 2 min
- Iran
World TradeThe Veil
Defense experts defend Anthropic in letter to Congress, slam DoD for setting 'dangerous precedent'
Former defense and intelligence officials and policy experts are urging Congress to investigate the Pentagon's labeling of Anthropic as a supply chain risk.
- 4 min
- United States
Society / CultureThe Veil
Trump’s dream is a giant slush fund Congress can’t touch
From Venezuelan oil to the Board of Peace, Trump is constantly looking for new sources of cash he can personally control.
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
DHS shutdown begins as funding expires without a deal in Congress
It's the second time in as many weeks that government funding has lapsed as Democrats and the White House remain at an impasse over immigration enforcement poli...
- 6 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump vows voter ID requirements for the midterms, 'whether approved by Congress or not'
President Donald Trump said in social media posts on Friday that he would issue an executive order to require voters to show identification in the midterm elect...
- 6 min
- United States