Senate Democrats Push $175 Billion Tariff Refund Bill
#TrumpTariffs #SenateDemocratsSenate Democrats Wyden, Markey, and Shaheen propose a bill requiring refunds of $175 billion in tariffs ruled illegal by the Supreme Court. The bill prioritizes small businesses but faces unlikely passage amid Trump administration opposition. read more
Senate Democrats defy Schumer, risk shutdown amid political tension.
#USPolitics #SenateDemocratsSenate Democrats are considering defying Chuck Schumer and risking a shutdown, with many opposing a continuing resolution. Democrats aim to avoid blame for a potential shutdown, while progressive activists pressure them to oppose the stopgap spending bill. read more
Senate Democrats Grapple with Trump's Demands in Spending Bill
#SenateDemocrats #GovernmentShutdownSenate Democrats face a dilemma over whether to support a GOP spending bill or risk a government shutdown. The bill includes significant cuts and may lead to collaboration concerns. Democrats are mulling a 30-day continuing resolution to continue negotiations. read more
Trump Accuses Senate Democrats of Deliberately Delaying Cabinet Confirmations
#Trump #SenateDemocratsTrump accuses Senate Democrats of purposely delaying the confirmation of his nominees, suggesting they would even slow down George Washington and Abraham Lincoln's appointments. While some nominees have been approved, others are still awaiting votes. read more
#SupremeCourtScandal #SenateDemocrats
Senate Democrat criticizes Supreme Court justices for recent scandals, calling them corrupt and political, urging Americans to elect more Democrats to push for a code of ethics on the Court. The issue of Supreme Court ethics sees little hope in Washington. read more
#SenateDemocrats #oilregulations
Senate Democrats investigate Trump's alleged $1bn deal with oil executives to roll back environmental regulations. Two committees seek details from companies about the reported quid pro quo, raising concerns about Trump's relationship with Big Oil. read more
#SenateDemocrats #BorderSecurity
Senate Democrats voted to end impeachment proceedings against Alejandro Mayorkas without a trial, angering Republicans who called it a 'sham.' The Senate dismissed two articles of impeachment, citing a lack of evidence for high crimes or misdemeanors. Border security remains a contentious issue. read more