US Constructs Floating Pier for Aid Delivery to Gaza as Biden Tries to Balance Support for Israel and Humanitarian Crisis
The pier was anchored to a beach in Gaza on Thursday and will be used to funnel aid from various countries into Gaza. With all border crossings into Gaza closed, dozens of trucks are lined up to deliver much-needed assistance into a war-torn Gaza.
Sec. Blinken Announces Additional $2 Billion Aid for Ukraine
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Secretary of State Antony Blinken made a surprise visit to Ukraine earlier this week. He announced the US will provide an additional two billion dollars to help Ukraine. The visit by the Secretary was to also boost support for Ukraine a
National Police Week Brings Thousands to DC, Fallen Officers Remembered and Honored
This week, law enforcement officers and family members traveled from across the country to attend National Police Week in our nation’s capital. The annual event honors the brave men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
House Considers Law Enforcement, Border Bills
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In part of the National Police week celebration in Washington, DC, which honors and remembers law enforcement officers who gave their lives on the line of duty, the House is bringing to the floor a series of bills that highlight support
Gillibrand Urges Congress to Increase Federal Funding for Fire Departments
WASHINGTON, D.C. - New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D- NY) is calling on congress to increase funding for firefighter grant programs. The programs are run through FEMA. They provide funding for departments to buy equipment like protective gear, hazmat
Jewish Students Speak Out, Advocate for Accountability at Universities
In recent weeks, pro-Palestinian protests have escalated- in some cases turning violent- and have turned welcoming, inclusive university environments into the exact opposite, according to several Jewish students.
Former Assistant Secretary of State Believes Biden Administration Should Support Rafah Operation
WASHINGTON, D.C. - As Israel continues is military operation in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, international relations experts believe that operation could force Hamas into a ceasefire agreement. We spoke with Elliott Abrams on the situation. Abrams is
Biden Condemns Violence, Antisemitism During Annual Holocaust Remembrance Ceremony
Today, President Joe Biden delivered a keynote address at the US Holocaust Memorial Museum’s annual Days of Remembrance ceremony. The ceremony comes as antisemitism around the globe rises and as the war between Israel and Hamas rages into month seven.
Rumors Spread About Trump's Choice of VP Candidate
Six more months until voters decide who will be the next President. While we can expect a Biden-Harris run for the Democrats, former President Donald Trump has not yet announced who will be on the ticket alongside him for Republicans.
Providers, Patients and Lawmakers Still Have Questions Months After Major Healthcare Cyberattack
In February, a massive cyberattack disrupted health care systems nationwide. Many providers are still feeling the impact. Now, federal lawmakers are demanding answers and accountability.
Senators Focus on Deterring China, Supporting Taiwan in Recent Hearing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Around this time 45 years ago, the U.S. and Taiwan created a framework for our relationship with the tiny pacific island. That framework is known as the Taiwan Relations Act (TRA). As China continues to threaten Taiwan's independence, U
New Law Targets Fentanyl Supply Chain, China and Drug Cartels
In 2022, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) seized over 379 million deadly doses of fentanyl – which is enough fentanyl to supply a lethal dose to every American. A new law looks to crack down on the illicit drug supply chain.
House Passed Antisemitism Awareness Bill, Pro-Palestinian Encampments on College Campuses Continue
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The US House of Representatives recently passed the Antisemitism Awareness Act. Members hope the legislation will deter antisemitism on college campus. This legislation is moving forward in the Senate as pro-Palestinian encampments on c
The Supreme Court heard arguments over whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a case alleging he attempted to overturn the 2020 election results.
A first-of-its-kind federal minimum staffing requirement for nursing homes was finalized this week. The Biden Administration’s final rule will mean big changes at roughly 15,000 nursing homes around the country.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS), a bipartisan nonprofit policy research organization, held their flagship annual security forum. Military and intelligence leaders as well as researchers and policy analysts shar
The Senate is gearing up for a vote to send billions of dollars in foreign aid to Ukraine, Israel and the Indo-Pacific-- just a few days after the aid package cleared its biggest hurdle by passing a deeply divided House of Representatives.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - In Pennsylvania’s local congressional House and Senate primary races, each candidate is running uncontested. But come November, Pennsylvania will be one of the most watched states for the US House and Senate races. For our local c
Over the weekend, the House passed a foreign aid package totaling about $95-billion dollars, which will deliver funds for Ukraine, Israel and US allies in the Indo Pacific.
Denys Shmyhal, Ukraine’s Prime Minister, wrapped up a trip to the US. He’s here looking to bring in economic support and recovery to Ukraine as well as advocate for congressional aid for Ukraine.
This week in Pennsylvania, President Biden made stops in his hometown of Scranton, Pittsburgh Philadelphia as he pitched his tax plan which focuses on having the rich pay their fair share and strengthening the middle class.
