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
Netanyahu Announces to Move Forward with Rafah Operation, US Not Seen Credible Plan
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced he wants to move forward with a military operation in the heavily populated city of Rafah regardless of whether a ceasefire and hostage release deal is reached. Rafah is a southern city in Gaza.
Haley Supporters Send Message in PA Primary, Biden Campaign Looks to Tap In
In Pennsylvania's Primary Election last week, a surprising amount of Republican voters supported Nikki Haley, despite her campaign’s suspension. Experts are now watching to see who Haley supporters will decide to support in November.
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.
The House Rules Committee considered a foreign aid package totaling roughly $95 billion, similar to the foreign aid package passed by the Senate in Feb. It includes about $61 billion for Ukraine, $26 billion for Israel and $8 billion for the Indo-Pacific
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressional lawmakers on both sides of the aisle, are pushing the Department of Justice to condemn the Insular Cases. From 1901 to 1922, a series of the Insular Cases helped shape the landscape for people in US territories. These case
The historic impeachment trial for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary wrapped up just before 4:30 p.m. after two party-line votes declared both articles brought against Mayorkas, unconstitutional.
