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Check out our second feature focused on how Congress is taking note and the industry’s legislative landscape.
Senate inches toward Russia sanctions vote
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is teasing an announcement as soon as this week on a path forward for Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-S.C.) bipartisan Russia sanctions bill.
Foreign Policy, Senate July 09, 2025
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⚡ Thune dishes on Russia, rescissions
Thune said he’ll have an announcement later this week regarding Sen. Lindsey Graham’s bipartisan Russia sanctions bill.
Foreign Policy, Senate July 08, 2025
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⚡ The fallout from Trump’s Ukraine decision
Supporters of the embattled American ally are calling for even broader help as it fights off the latest Russian offensives.
Defense, Foreign Policy July 08, 2025
Dems move ahead on War Powers votes as Israel-Iran continue fighting
President Trump took on Iran without congressional approval and lawmakers are racing the clock to respond. Can Congress rein him in?
Foreign Policy June 24, 2025
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Iran fires at US base in Qatar
Iran launched 10 missiles toward Qatar and one toward Iraq. Qatar is home to Al Udeid Air Base, the largest U.S. installation in the Middle East.
Defense, Finance + Economy, Foreign Policy, Senate June 23, 2025
Democrats seek Iran message as Trump floats ‘regime change’
Top Democrats are struggling to come up with a unified message on President Donald Trump’s decision to bomb Iranian nuclear sites.
Foreign Policy, Washington June 23, 2025
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