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Dr. Erica Schwartz, a retired Navy rear admiral and former deputy surgeon general, was confirmed by the Senate to lead the CDC amid ongoing public health challenges and agency turmoil.
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The immigration enforcement agency has been without a Senate-confirmed director since 2017.
Al Jazeera | Jun 27, 2026, 8:45 PM
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Dr. Erica Schwartz was confirmed in a 51-44 Senate vote to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, succeeding acting director Jay Bhattacharya during a critical period of public health challenges.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 5, 2026, 7:44 PM
politics
Jay Clayton’s confirmation as DNI raises questions about press freedom and political independence.
Reason | Jul 30, 2026, 8:38 PM
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After months of delay and political tension, Jay Clayton's nomination as Director of National Intelligence was approved by the Senate amid ongoing debates over the renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 29, 2026, 1:02 AM
politics
Clayton's confirmation may help resolve the impasse over renewing a key surveillance authority that expired in June.
CBS Politics | Jul 29, 2026, 12:53 AM
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Jay Clayton, a former SEC chairman and Trump ally, was confirmed by the US Senate in a 51-47 party-line vote amid controversy over his stance on election integrity.
Guardian US | Jul 28, 2026, 11:48 PM
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A Guardian investigation reveals a climate of fear within the Department of Homeland Security during the final months of Kristi Noem’s tenure and the transition to Markwayne Mullin, marked by intimidation tactics against career officials.
Guardian US | Jul 11, 2026, 10:34 PM
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Facing widespread calls for major amendments, the Albanese government signals it may shelve its gambling advertising reform bill rather than accept significant changes.
ABC Australia News | Aug 5, 2026, 7:27 PM
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Leading Democrats unite to support progressive Abdul El-Sayed as key to retaking Senate control in November midterms.
Guardian US | Aug 5, 2026, 6:13 PM
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The left-wing candidate, son of Egyptian immigrants, could become the first Muslim US senator if elected in November.
BBC World | Aug 5, 2026, 2:19 PM
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Todd Blanche, former lawyer to Donald Trump, clears Senate Judiciary Committee vote amid concerns over his ties to Trump and a controversial IRS settlement.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 6:02 PM
world
Todd Blanche moves forward in confirmation after ending controversial settlement tied to Trump allies.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 4, 2026, 5:45 PM
politics
The committee voted along party lines to move forward with President Trump's pick, despite opposition from Democrats and concerns over a controversial government fund.
CBS Politics | Aug 4, 2026, 3:54 PM
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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche cleared a key Senate Judiciary Committee vote after agreeing to rescind a major DOJ fund, but divisions remain among Senate Republicans about his confirmation.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 3:39 PM
world
Trump Media & Technology Group offers high-speed access to influential Truth Social accounts, raising legal and ethical concerns about profiting from presidential statements.
BBC World | Aug 4, 2026, 10:10 AM
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Ashish Jha reverses his earlier position, acknowledging the COVID-19 pandemic probably began with a lab leak at the Wuhan Institute of Virology amid ongoing debates and legal challenges.
Fox News Latest | Aug 4, 2026, 12:49 AM
world
Todd Blanche, former personal lawyer to Donald Trump, is set for Senate confirmation following a deal to rescind a $2.5 billion fund criticized as benefiting Trump allies.
ABC Australia News | Aug 3, 2026, 11:38 PM
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President Trump publicly rebukes U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro after she dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn, blaming a judge's conduct and questioning her decision.
Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 7:52 PM
world
Jay Clayton assumes leadership of the US Intelligence Community after a Senate confirmation marked by criticism over his refusal to acknowledge the 2020 presidential election outcome.
South China Morning Post World | Aug 3, 2026, 6:38 PM
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Key Republican holdouts agree to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination following written assurance to terminate a $1.8bn fund linked to Donald Trump’s allies.
Guardian US | Aug 3, 2026, 4:49 PM
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Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis drop resistance after securing concessions on anti-weaponization fund and audit immunity, paving way for confirmation vote.
Fox News Latest | Aug 3, 2026, 3:40 PM
politics
Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis announced support for Todd Blanche's nomination following an agreement to end the controversial anti-weaponization fund and clarify tax immunity terms.
CBS Politics | Aug 3, 2026, 3:26 PM
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Following weeks of negotiations with Republican senators blocking his nomination, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche formally rescinded the controversial fund intended to compensate President Trump’s political allies.
Washington Times News | Aug 3, 2026, 10:33 AM