The legislation now goes to the House. The U.S. Senate passed the “No Tax on Tips” Act this week. The concept was one that President Donald Trump campaigned…
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Senate Advances Stablecoin Legislation
Arizona senator says he hopes to “achieve a final bill that protects consumers and ensures America remains a leader in digital asset innovation.” The Senate garnered enough votes…
Read MoreHouse Considers Plan to Raise Debt Ceiling
Treasury secretary encourages the $4 trillion increase before the House recesses. The House majority unveiled a proposal to raise the federal debt ceiling by $4 trillion this week,…
Read MoreStablecoin Crypto Framework Legislation Blocked in Senate
The Genius Act failed to receive the required two-thirds support. Debate for the GENIUS Act ended on Thursday as a potential legal framework for a form of cryptocurrency…
Read MoreSenate Considers Eliminating California Environmental Waivers
The Senate minority warns against overriding the parliamentarian. Members of the Senate majority have expressed interest in revoking California’s environmental waivers, which could have dramatic consequences for the…
Read MorePresident Names New Interim U.S. Attorney for D.C.
His previous nominee lacked support in the Senate and has been appointed to another role in the Justice Department. President Donald Trump announced his next interim U.S. attorney…
Read MoreCBP Nominee Says AI Cannot Replace Human Agents
The appointee testified to the Senate that AI enhances inspections but trained officers remain essential. President Trump’s nominee to head U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Rodney Scott, testified…
Read MorePresident Trump Nominates Mike Waltz as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations
Secretary Rubio tapped to fill in as National Security Advisor. President Donald Trump nominated Mike Waltz as the next U.S. ambassador to the United Nations, removing him from…
Read MoreSenate Resolution on Tariffs Fails
The vice president casts the tie-breaking vote to end consideration of the measure. The Senate resolution to restrict President Donald Trump’s tariffs powers ended in a tie vote.…
Read MoreHouse Passes “Take It Down” Act
The first lady had advocated for the legislation protecting against AI-generated, “deepfake” porn. The House of Representatives voted to pass the “Take It Down” Act this week to…
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