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US Senate narrowly rejects latest attempt to restrict Donald Trump’s Iran war powers
Congress is increasingly challenging Donald Trump’s Iran campaign, but a one-vote Senate defeat leaves military authority firmly with the White House.
US Russia sanctions bill faces revolt over 100% tariffs that could hit India and China
Congress wants to punish Russian energy buyers, but 100% tariffs could hit India and China while raising prices and expanding Trump’s trade powers.
US House votes to curb Trump’s Iran war powers as Senate blocks parallel measure
The House voted to curb Trump’s Iran war, but the Senate blocked action. Congress is challenging the conflict while still preparing to finance it.
Donald Trump secures House victory, but Iran war package faces Senate resistance
The House backed a $95bn Iran war blueprint, but no money has moved. The real battle now shifts to Senate rules, deficits and voting restrictions.
Why the failed Thomas Massie amendment could reshape US policy towards Israel
Israel kept its $3.3 billion aid package, but 103 Democratic votes exposed a deeper shift. The 2028 security agreement may face a harder fight.
Sara Duterte impeachment trial opens as Philippines’ 2028 election hangs in balance
The Philippine Senate will begin trying Vice President Sara Duterte on allegations involving confidential funds, unexplained wealth and threats against senior officials, with her political future and public confidence in national institutions at stake.
US Congress votes to halt Iran war as Senate delivers historic war powers rebuke to Donald Trump
Congress voted to halt the Iran war, but Donald Trump says the resolution has no force. A historic war powers showdown is moving towards the courts.
United States House defies Trump with Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions vote
Trump wants control over Ukraine policy. The House just showed Congress still has votes for Kyiv, sanctions and a tougher Russia line.
Why the Supreme Court’s Alabama map ruling could reshape control of the House
Alabama gained a GOP-friendly map. Black voter influence narrowed. The Supreme Court ruling could shift House control before November.
Trump proposes largest military budget in US history at $1.5tn for fiscal 2027
The White House has proposed $1.5 trillion in defense spending for fiscal 2027, the largest military budget request in US history, as the country remains at war with Iran.