The bill passed 219-212 along party lines. H.R.4, known as the John Lewis Voting Rights Act, passed the House by a slim margin. The law is named after the…
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President Nominates Ambassador to China
White House says U.S.-Chinese relations expert Nicholas Burns is well equipped. On Friday, President Biden announced his nomination of Nicholas Burns as the new U.S. ambassador to China.…
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Senate Confirms New Commander of SouthCom
Lt. General Richardson becomes second female combatant command general. This week, the U.S. Senate unanimously confirmed Lt. General Laura Richardson as the next commander of the U.S. Southern…
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For The People Act Blocked in Senate
The measure was called an attempt at government overreach regarding elections. In the wee hours Wednesday morning, before adjourning for the rest of the month, members of the…
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Senate Passes $3.5 Trillion Spending Package
Bill includes funding for health, education, and family support. The Senate budget resolution providing for a $3.5 trillion spending package was approved early Wednesday morning. The social policy…
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Navy Secretary Confirmed by Senate
Defense secretary says Del Toro understands today’s pressing challenges. In a unanimous voice vote, the Senate confirmed Carlos Del Toro as Secretary of the Navy. He is a…
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Senate Overcomes Filibuster on Infrastructure Bill
Simple majority needed to move bill to the House. On Sunday, the Senate voted to conclude its debate of the much-anticipated $1 trillion infrastructure bill. The bill passed…
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Senate Debate Begins on $3.5 Trillion Budget
Provisions include universal preschool and amnesty for millions. On Monday, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer of New York said the Senate would begin debate on a $3.5 trillion…
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Senate Reports on Government Cybersecurity Risks
Security is substandard at some government agencies. According to a new Senate report issued by the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, the data of U.S. citizens is…
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Infrastructure Package Won’t Be Rushed
Minority Leader McConnell says he’ll block cutting off debate too quickly. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky stated he would block a bipartisan infrastructure package if the…
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