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Johnson wants to increase the debt limit for the entirety of Trump’s presidency, an attempt to clear out a politically toxic vote for four years.
Hegseth grilled about sexual assault, drinking at testy hearing
Hegseth was pressed over allegations of personal misconduct and his views on women in the military during at test Senate hearing.
Jeanne Shaheen to oppose ICC sanctions bill
The new top Democrat on the Senate Foreign Relations Committee will oppose House-passed legislation to punish the International Criminal Court.
Tim Scott preps ‘debanking’ hearing
This is a hot-button issue for the crypto industry, and the topic’s priority for the panel is a clear signal of what's to come for the 119th Congress.
AI chips rule is kicking up a CRA threat amid China splits
The rule on AI “diffusion” also highlights the splits between China hawks and business advocates on both sides of the aisle.
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Johnson says he’ll name Intelligence Committee chair, members this week
Johnson’s delay in announcing members of the secretive panel has captivated members of the national security establishment on Capitol Hill.
Turner picks up housing sector industry support
Top industry groups in the housing sector announced their support for Scott Turner to be the next HUD secretary.
Democratic TikTok fans push Biden on the ban
The calls come as Donald Trump has pledged to undo the ban quickly and as TikTok users are raising a stink about the platform being killed.
Warner suggests Gabbard’s FISA 702 pledge is insufficient
Warner told us that Gabbard’s support for a warrant requirement as part of Section 702 of FISA undercuts the program’s effectiveness.