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Todd Blanche sparks Justice Department controversy after rejecting White House independence pledge
Todd Blanche refuses to pledge DOJ independence from Trump, reigniting concerns over White House influence on federal investigations and prosecutions.
US Senate passes sweeping Russia sanctions bill as India and China face possible 100% tariffs
The United States Senate has passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act by 86-11, potentially exposing major buyers of Russian energy, including India and China, to tariffs of up to 100% if the legislation clears the House.
Fauci faces DOJ referral after Senate panel advances contempt resolution
A Senate panel advanced an Anthony Fauci contempt resolution, triggering a legal fight over his COVID testimony, pardon and Fifth Amendment rights.
Erica Schwartz becomes first Black woman to lead CDC after Senate confirmation
Erica Schwartz becomes the first Black woman to lead the CDC as the agency faces workforce cuts, measles outbreaks and vaccine disputes.
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.
Todd Blanche nomination falters as Republican revolt exposes Trump’s Senate problem
Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination stalls as Republican senators challenge a $1.8 billion fund and Trump tax-audit protections.
Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment as explosive Rand Paul COVID hearing ends in contempt threat
Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment at a heated Senate COVID hearing as Rand Paul threatened contempt action over his refusal to testify.
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.
Revised Russia sanctions bill targets India and China over Moscow energy purchases
Washington cut its Russia tariff threat from 500% to 100%, but India and China remain exposed. Donald Trump’s waiver may determine the real impact.