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The Big Money Ask: Trump's Immigration Plans Need Cash

February 12, 2025

The Trump administration is in a bind. They need more money to carry out their immigration plans. Tom Homan, known as the "border czar, " and Russell Vought, the budget director, met with Senate Republicans recently. They made a strong case for more funding. They said, "We need more money to keep o

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All EYES On Senate: DEMS Protest Vought’s Nomination

February 6, 2025

Picture the Senate chambers under the spotlight, a whirlwind of political drama, and here is what happened! Senator Brian Schatz of Hawaii kicked it off. On a Wednesday afternoon, he stepped up, and in a video he shared, he declared, “We’ll have 35+ Senators from the Democratic side who will vote ag

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The All-Nighter: Why Democrats Kept Their Chairs Warm.

February 6, 2025

Democrats decided to have a bit of a sleepover on the Senate floor. They weren't playing games, or telling ghost stories. They were there deliberately to protest a nomination. A dude named Russell Vought. He's up for the Office of Management and Budget. Not exactly a fun title, but it basic

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Pressure mounts on GOP to decide on Trump's big plans

February 6, 2025

The Republican Party finds itself in hot water over its strategy. What's the best path toward delivering on Trump's top priorities and winning the Senate. The end of the year taxes will require a resolution soon. A divide exists between the House of Representatives and the Senate. To truly

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Texas Senate: Decision Time for School Choice

February 5, 2025

The Texas Senate could really shake things up when they vote on a bill with a $1 billion dollar plan to finance private education. This bill, known as a voucher scheme, is taking the lawmakers by storm. The precise details makes it seem like the state will create an education savings fund for new

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GOP going along with Trump's Choices

February 5, 2025

Behind some key doors in DC, some things are happening that might surprise some people. Important people, we are talking about key senators who have the power to make or break things. It's all about choices for the president Trump. Two of his choices: Robert Kennedy Jr. and Tulsi Gabbard. have b

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Tulsi Gabbard: Vine to Shine?

February 5, 2025

One this Tuesday, a lengthy decision was made. The Senate Intelligence Committee had the final say and voted to endorse the new director for the nation's intelligence programs. The committee members took a long time to make their decision. This vote was to decide the fate of Tulsi Gabbard. The

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Vaccine Safety Promises Seal the Deal for Senate Vote

February 5, 2025

The Senate was buzzing with a surprising vote. Senator Bill Cassidy had to make a tough call. He was not sure if the new nominee for the health department was ready for the job. But here's what happened. Cassidy had to vote on Robert F Kennedy Jr. 's nomination for a top health role. After

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Kennedy's Senate Confirmation: A Divisive Path to Health Leadership

February 5, 2025

In a surprising move, the Senate Finance Committee gave a green light to Robert F. Kennedy Jr. 's nomination for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) secretary. This decision came after a heated debate and a series of intense hearings the previous week. Republicans, numbering 1

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“Doctor vs. Politician”

February 4, 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is up for a major role in the nation’s health department, and his future lies in the hands of a key senator, Bill Cassidy, a doctor from Louisiana. Kennedy is a controversial pick. Cassidy, is a key gatekeeper to Kennedy’s confirmation. He's got some questions. Many people