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Lawn in front of the White House, Washington, DC.

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Appeals Court Blocks Trump’s White House Ballroom Construction, Citing Lack of Congressional Approval

A federal appeals court ruled that the Trump White House cannot unilaterally build a new 90,000-square-foot ballroom on the site of the East Wing without Congress’s authorization.

Aug 7, 2026, 4:50 PM CBS Politics

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Trump Criticizes Congressional AI Regulation Amid Security Concerns

U.S. President Donald Trump warns Congress is pushing AI industry regulation that could put companies out of business, as security incidents prompt calls for federal standards.

CNA Latest News | Aug 7, 2026, 4:19 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Criticizes Congressional AI Regulation Amid Rising Security Concerns

Former U.S. President Donald Trump claims Congress aims to regulate the AI industry 'out of business' as Washington debates oversight following recent AI security incidents.

CNA Latest News | Aug 7, 2026, 4:03 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Criticizes Congressional AI Regulation Efforts as Overbearing

President Donald Trump claims Congress aims to regulate the AI industry 'out of business' amid rising concerns over AI security and federal oversight.

CNA Latest News | Aug 7, 2026, 3:48 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Criticizes Congressional AI Regulation Efforts as Overbearing

U.S. President Donald Trump claims Congress aims to regulate the AI industry 'out of business' amid growing concerns over AI security and federal oversight.

CNA Latest News | Aug 7, 2026, 3:32 PM 1 source Single-source report

Washington (Mar. 3, 2020) Acting Homeland Security Secretary Chad Wolf speaks with the House Committee on Homeland Security regarding the FY21 budget and policy priorities (DHS photo by Tara A. Molle/Released)

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Senate Homeland Security Committee Considers Contempt Vote Against Fauci

Republican members seek to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress following his refusal to answer questions on the COVID-19 response.

NPR News | Aug 6, 2026, 8:00 AM 1 source Single-source report

Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building, Washington, D.C.

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Democrats Refer Energy Secretary Chris Wright to DOJ for Alleged False Testimony

House Democrats Zoe Lofgren and Gabe Amo accuse Energy Secretary Chris Wright of lying to Congress about partisan motivations behind canceled green grants.

The Hill | Aug 6, 2026, 2:53 AM 1 source Single-source report

Anthony S. Fauci, M.D., was appointed Director of NIAID in 1984. He oversees an extensive research portfolio of basic and applied research to prevent, diagnose, and treat established infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, respiratory infections, diarrheal diseases, tuberculosis and malaria as well as emerging diseases such as Ebola and Zika. Credit: NIAID

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Senate Investigators Obtain Fauci’s HHS iPhone Ahead of Contempt Vote

A Senate panel has acquired a copy of former NIAID Director Anthony Fauci’s pandemic-era iPhone as lawmakers prepare to vote on holding him in contempt of Congress.

Fox News Latest | Aug 6, 2026, 1:29 AM 1 source Single-source report

State of Washington visit by the U.S. Department of the Interior on 22 July 2024

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Five States Hold Primaries on Tuesday That Could Shape Congressional Control

Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Virginia, and Washington conduct primary elections on August 4, 2026, with outcomes potentially influencing control of the U.S. Congress next year.

NPR News | Aug 4, 2026, 9:24 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Fauci’s Congressional Appearance Highlights Controversies Over COVID School Closures

Anthony Fauci’s recent testimony before Congress, where he invoked the Fifth Amendment, has reignited debate over his role in pandemic-era school closures and media coverage during COVID-19.

The Hill | Aug 3, 2026, 11:24 AM 1 source Single-source report

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GOP Senators Back McConnell Amid Growing Health Concerns

Senators Joni Ernst and Roger Marshall express confidence in Mitch McConnell’s return to Congress despite increased scrutiny over his health.

The Hill | Aug 1, 2026, 8:07 PM 1 source Single-source report

A photography portrait of the State Department headquarters building.

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Trump Advocates F-35 Sale to Turkey Despite State Department's Legal Concerns

President Donald Trump supports selling F-35 jets to Turkey and lifting sanctions, but a State Department letter to Congress states Turkey has not met required legal conditions.

Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 7:34 PM 1 source Single-source report

A crowd of people holding signs at the "Stop the SAVE Act" rally at the United States Capitol building in Washington, DC.

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DeSantis Doubts SAVE Act Will Pass Senate Before August Recess

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis expresses skepticism about the federal SAVE Act’s chances of passage before Congress’s August break, while Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer calls the bill 'dead on arrival.'

The Hill | Jul 28, 2026, 8:21 PM 1 source Single-source report

This is a high-resolution image of the United States Declaration of Independence ( article - text ). This image is a version of the 1823 William Stone facsimile — Stone may well have used a wet pressing process (that removed ink from the original document onto a contact sheet for the purpose of making the engraving).

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Hakeem Jeffries Urges Voters to Choose Affordability and Democratic Control in 100 Days

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries launched the final 100-day campaign sprint ahead of the midterms, focusing on lowering living costs and reclaiming Congress for Democrats.

The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 2:17 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Over 1 Million Children Lose Food Stamp Benefits Following 2025 Trump-Backed Legislation

A report reveals that more than 4 million Americans, including over 1 million children, lost access to SNAP benefits after Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in July 2025.

Guardian US | Jul 26, 2026, 8:38 AM 1 source Single-source report

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US Reports Over $37.5 Billion Spent on Iran War Amid Congressional Funding Debate

An analyst highlights the challenges Congress faces in voting against continued funding for the conflict involving Iran, as US expenditures exceed $37.5 billion.

Al Jazeera | Jul 24, 2026, 1:58 AM 1 source Single-source report

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House Judiciary Chair Jim Jordan Refers Former Special Counsel Jack Smith for Criminal Charges

Republican House Judiciary Committee Chair Jim Jordan has urged the Justice Department to investigate and potentially charge Jack Smith, alleging he lied to Congress during his deposition.

CBS Politics | Jul 23, 2026, 3:22 AM 2 sources Balanced or center source mix Compare

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Rep. Massie Calls $11 Billion Agriculture Funding in Iran War Supplemental ‘Ironic’

Rep. Thomas Massie criticizes Congress for including over $11 billion for the USDA in supplemental funding related to the Iran war, highlighting the irony of farmer bailouts caused by the conflict.

The Hill | Jul 21, 2026, 10:56 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Urges Inclusion of Iran in Russia Sanctions Bill

President Trump called on Congress to add Iran to legislation targeting countries purchasing Russian energy, aiming to broaden sanctions amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

Washington Times News | Jul 19, 2026, 4:01 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Administration Accused of Overriding Congressional Budget Decisions

President Trump and the Office of Management and Budget face accusations of violating the separation of powers by withholding funds Congress specifically approved.

The Hill | Jul 19, 2026, 3:28 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Leon Black Reveals $21 Million Payment to Woman Amid Epstein Investigation

Former Apollo CEO Leon Black testified to Congress that he paid $21 million to a woman he accused of blackmail and extortion, in connection with a secret affair and demands linked to Jeffrey Epstein.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 8:26 PM 1 source Single-source report

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USMCA Faces Strain Amid Leadership Changes and Tense US-Canada Relations

As the USMCA review period unfolds, Congress, Mexico, and Canada hold a key role in preserving the trade agreement amid political tensions and leadership shifts.

The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:53 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Lawmakers Divided on Congressional Term Limits Amid Health Concerns

As questions about age and health arise in Congress, lawmakers express differing views on implementing term limits for federal representatives.

Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 8:58 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Trump Accuses U.S. Intelligence Community of Concealing Chinese Election Meddling

President Donald Trump alleges a 'shadow government' within the intelligence community hid evidence of Chinese efforts to influence U.S. elections, urging Congress to pass the SAVE America Act.

Fox News Latest | Jul 17, 2026, 3:08 AM 1 source Single-source report