SENATE FUNDING

May 06 2026POLITICS

Senate Republicans Push for Big Spending Boost for Border Agencies and Secret Service

Lawmakers are pushing a nearly $72 billion funding plan that would send over $1 billion to the Secret Service and other agencies. The plan includes money for upgrades, though it’s unclear how much will go toward a new White House ballroom. President Trump has said private donors would cover the $400

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Senate Faces Delays as Funding Tug-of-War Heats Up

The debate over funding for border security has left Congress at a standstill. Senate Republicans are pushing a plan to keep the Department of Homeland Security running, but Democrats have held back on negotiations for weeks. One senator from Kansas, who works on budget and tax issues, says the dela

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

A Look at Recent Events: Protests, Politics, and Weather

The country is buzzing with news from all corners. Let's dive in. Protests have broken out across the U. S. after a federal agent shot and killed Alex Pretti in Minneapolis. This is the second time in a short period that someone from Minneapolis has died during an encounter with immigration officia

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Dec 21 2024POLITICS

Senate's Final Push: More Judges Confirmed Before Power Shift

In a significant move, the Senate confirmed the 235th federal judge nominated by President Biden right before the deadline. This was a record-breaking accomplishment, surpassing the number of judges confirmed during the first Trump term. This effort was part of Democrats' plan to reshape the federal

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