WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release: * * * A Humanitarian Emergency: Statement from Independent Women on the Targeting of Christian Communities and Schoolgirls in Nigeria * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following the recent abduction of school girls in Nigeria, Independent Women released the following statement from Meaghan Mobbs, director of the Center for American Safety and Security, condemning the ongoing attacks against   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Arkansas members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * As Gas Prices Spike, Cantwell, Padilla & Wyden Introduce Bill to Target Petroleum Market Manipulators & Protect Consumers at the Pump Act would require FTC to monitor fuel market anomalies that hurt consumers; bad actors would face up to $2 million per day in fines Gas prices hit $5.57 in Washington, the h  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * As Trump's Illegal Iran War Passes Two Months, Senator Markey Reintroduces Legislation to Prevent Nuclear Plant Catastrophes in War Zones * Bill Text (PDF) Washington (April 30, 2026) - Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), co-chairs of the bicameral Nuclear Weapons and Arms Control Working Group, today reintroduced the Reactors at Risk Act, legislation that wou  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news: * * * At UChicago event, former U.S. officials warn Iran war is 'unraveling' trust in NATO * Two months into the Iran war, requests from the United States to its longtime NATO partners for direct military support in the conflict have been largely declined, with some allies publicly criticizing the campaign. At a recent event at the University of Chicago, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how California members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * Capitol Hill Report, 5-01-26 * Audio from this morning's call is available HERE. Topics include: the national debt, the Farm Bill, the SAVE America Act, E15, Iran and rural healthcare. *** Original text here: https://www.grassley.senate.gov/news/news-releases/capitol-hill-report-5-01-26  more

NEW YORK, May 2 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on May 1, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * MAMDANI'S DIAMOND FETISH AND THE BRITS On April 29, Zohran Mamdani, the Marxist millionaire Muslim Mayor of New York City, met briefly with King Charles in Manhattan. He later said that if he had had a moment alone w  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Cato Institute issued the following news release: * * * Cato Scholar: Iran Ceasefire Doesn't Stop War Powers Clock * The Trump administration's claim that the Iran ceasefire "pauses" the 60-day clock under the War Powers Resolution isn't just legally dubious, it's the latest proof the law no longer works. Cato scholar Katherine Thompson offered the following statement: "The Trump administration's argument that the 60-day clock under the War Pow  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing on the FY27 Budget with Top Pentagon Leadership * Secretary Hegseth, General Caine, and Mr. Jules Hurst III Testify Before the Committee Watch Video Here WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today led a hearing to examine the Department of Defense posture for Fiscal Year 2027, focusing on the mos  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Colorado members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressin  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * CORREA CALLS OUT ILLEGAL IRAN WAR * WASHINGTON -Today, U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement after Congress failed to address the 60-day deadline required by the War Powers Resolution of 1973 regarding the administration's military efforts in Iran: " I have been outspoken in my criticism of how the White House disregarded the Constitution by conducting the Iran  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release: * * * Cotton Introduces Bill to Safeguard American Military Assets from Foreign Adversaries * Contact: Patrick McCann (202) 224-2353 April 30, 2026 Washington, DC -Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced legislation to safeguard America's most sensitive military assets from foreign adversaries. The Visual Protection of Strategic Assets Act presumes any foreigner from a country of concern cau  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Crow Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump's War with Iran * WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and House Armed Services Committee, introduced a new War Powers resolution to end President Donald Trump's war of choice with Iran. Crow continues to push his colleagues to reclaim Congre  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Delaware members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective,   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * As Older Americans Month Begins, Seniors Struggle Under Trump Donald Trump promised to lower costs and protect seniors' benefits, but instead he has left America's seniors behind and forced them to dip into their hard-earned savings to make ends meet as his reckless policies drive up prices and slash programs they rely on. Trump and Republicans' "One, Big Beautiful Bill" cut $1 TRI  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * IN THE STATES: Costs Continue to Rise As Iran War Hits 60th Day, Democrats Vow to Fight Back Against Republicans' Redistricting War Today marks 60 days since Donald Trump started his deadly and costly war of choice with Iran, which has claimed the lives of 13 servicemembers and injured hundreds more, and caused prices to skyrocket here at home. Millions of American families and farme  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Duckworth Grills Hegseth, Caine Over Lack of Strategy in Trump's Illegal, Spiraling War of Choice * May 01, 2026 [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today pressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman to the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine on the Administration's horrific lack of strategy and continued recklessness in Donald Trump's unjust  more

BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 2 -- The European Union issued the following news release: * * * EU leaders reaffirm solidarity with Middle East partners and double down on support to Ukraine President Ursula von der Leyen was in Cyprus last week to attend the informal meeting of European Heads of State and Government and meet with Middle Eastern partners. Ukraine and the Euros90 billion loan, as well as the situation in the Middle East, the subsequent energy crisis and the MFF were all addressed duri  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Florida members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Georgia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

SOLNA, Sweden, April 27 (TNSrep) -- The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute issued the following news release: * * * Global military spending rise continues as European and Asian expenditures surge World military expenditure reached $2887 billion in 2025, an increase of 2.9 per cent in real terms over 2024. Military spending declined in the United States but rose by 14 per cent in Europe and by 8.1 per cent in Asia and Oceania. The top three military spenders--the USA, China and   more

ROLLA, Missouri, May 1 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news: * * * Go with the flow: I&E Fellow hopes to solve water challenges * Effat Eskandari's research journey begins with a simple curiosity about something that most people take for granted: fresh water. Originally from Iran and now a Ph.D. candidate in geological engineering at Missouri S&T, she's built her academic path around understanding how water moves through and beneath the surface. As a  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Hawaii members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: * * * Hirono Presses Hegseth on Illegal War in Iran, Women in Combat * ~Watch Senator Hirono's Questions Here ~ WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, raised concerns about the true costs of Trump's illegal war in Iran and pressed U.S. Departm  more

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 1 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week? Las Vegas Review-Journal : Nevadans close to breaking point with gas prices  8 News Now : Nevada named one of the worst states for working moms * Welcome back to your weekly rundown of the damage the Lombardo-Trump economy is doing to Nevada -from driving up costs to leaving working families behind. Although Joe Lombardo's out  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing long  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Illinois members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Indiana members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing longs  more

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, May 2 -- Forbes Media posted the following news release: * * * Iranian-American Detained Journalist Tops Annual Ranking Of One Free Press Coalition's "10 Most Urgent" Press Freedom Cases The 2026 "10 Most Urgent" list spotlights journalists targeted for seeking to tell the truth who are facing "terrorism" or "anti-state" charges * NEW YORK - Coinciding with World Press Freedom Day, leading news organizations and publishers around the world have come together as part  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Kansas members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Kentucky members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * King Critical of Massive Cuts to National Parks Budget * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) and Ranking Member of the National Parks Subcommittee, criticized the Administration for drastic cuts to the National Park Service's budget. In an ENR committee hearing this week, King questioned Secretary of the Interior   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * King to Hegseth - "Why Are We Abandoning Ukraine?" * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), today raised concerns regarding the administration's decision to abandon Ukraine by zeroing out military and humanitarian support in this year's Department of Defense (DoD) budget despite widespread American support for continued financial a  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Louisiana members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 1 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess nominated to be next US Space Force Chief of Space Operations * ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess has been nominated by President Donald J. Trump to serve as the Space Force's next Chief of Space Operations.  If confirmed by the Senate, Schiess will become the service's highest-ranking officer and the third Chief of Space Operations since the Space Force was es  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Maine members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing long  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Massachusetts members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, address  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026: * * * Meeks Statement on Trump's Withdrawal of Troops from Germany Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued the following statement on the Trump administration's announcement that it is withdrawing 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany: "President Trump is once again putting personal   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Minnesota members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressin  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Missouri members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Montana members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Moulton, Crow, and Democratic Veterans Introduce War Powers Resolution to End Trump's War of Choice in Iran * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) and Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) introduced a War Powers Resolution designed to end the failing war in Iran and ensure the current administration remains answerable to the American people and their representatives in Congress.   more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Murkowski Addresses Iran Conflict on Senate Floor * Washington, DC- U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today spoke on the Senate floor today as we draw near to the sixty days limit that the President has the authority to conduct military operations that have not been authorized by Congress. Watch Senator Murkowski's full remarks here. Full transcript of Senator Murkowski's remarks, as delivere  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Murphy On Costs of Iran War: Everything is More Expensive Because of One Person's Insane Decision * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) today spoke on the floor of the U.S. Senate, alongside several of his Democratic colleagues, in support of a War Powers Resolution to end Trump's war with Iran. Murphy focused his remarks on the unsustainable, and still growing, economic impa  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Nebraska members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Nevada members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New Hampshire members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, address  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New Jersey members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New Mexico members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing  more

WASHINGTON, April 28 [Category: Political] (TNSrpt) -- Public Citizen issued the following news release: * * * New Report Exposes Trump Cryptocurrency Corruption * President Donald Trump and his sons have approximately $1 billion tied to crypto venture World Liberty Financial, which was founded by the Trumps, alongside Steve Witkoff, now Trump's special envoy for peace. A new report by Public Citizen details how the venture hinges on Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, which pleade  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New York members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * NEWS: At 60-Day Mark of Iran War, Senate Republicans Block Attempt by Sen. Schiff, Leader Schumer to End Trump's Illegal Iran War * Schiff: "For the sake of all 13 families that have already lost someone to this senseless, directionless war. For the sake of future generations who may be sent into battle without the approval of the Congress or the American people, by a president grown too fond of   more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * NEXT WEEK: Welch to Discuss Skyrocketing Food Prices, Election Integrity; Host Common Grounds Listening Session in Addison County * Welch will discuss rising food and production costs on Wednesday Welch, Balint will discuss election integrity with Vermont Town Clerks and Vermont Secretary of State on Thursday Wednesday May 6, 2026 10:00 a.m. Welch to Host Common Grounds Listening Sessions in Add  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how North Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addres  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how North Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Ohio members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing longs  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Oklahoma members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 1 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * On National Investing Day, Here's Michael Whatley's Guide: Push Policies That Spike Stocks At Expense Of NC Families * On National Investing Day, here's a reminder that DC insider and Big Oil Lobbyist Michael Whatley's investment strategy is simple: push for policies that benefit his stock portfolio, make him richer, and hurt working North Carolinians. Whatley's agenda has sent his person  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Oregon members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Pennsylvania members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news: * * * Private equity doubles down on risky LNG tankers * Private equity firms back high-emitting LNG tankers, some face geopolitical risk In April 2026, 60 private equity-backed liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers were identified and added to The Private Equity Climate Risks Global Fossil Fuel Asset Tracker. LNG tankers, also known as LNG carriers, are the " pipelines of the   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on 60 Days of President Trump's War with Iran Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement marking sixty days since President Trump initiated military conflict with Iran, which under the War Powers Act mar  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on President Trump's Declaration that Iran War is 'Terminated Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the below statement after President Trump declared hostilities with Iran 'terminated': "President Trump declaring the war w  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Panetta and Colleagues Lay Out National Security Approach to Restore America's Strength, Security, and Status * Monterey, CA -Just ahead of the 60-day mark in the war with Iran, U.S. Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and the rest of the New Democrat Coalition National Security Working Group urged President Trump, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to mak  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Sykes: President Trump Has Now Exceeded 60-Day Limit for Iran War Without Congressional Approval President Trump has now surpassed the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Act after initiating an unnecessary war with Iran without authorization from Congress. This raises urgent constitutional and accountability concerns. Legal experts and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have pointed to the  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Rhode Island members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi  more

PETERBOROUGH, England, April 26 -- The Road Haulage Association issued the following statement by Managing Director Richard Smith: * * * Fuel prices up 29%: IRU report lays bare the crisis facing European operators The extended ceasefire in Iran and continuing blockade of vessels either side of the Strait of Hormuz is creating a cumulative challenge for road transport operators in the UK and around the world. Spot crude prices are around 40% above Brent, meaning refineries pay far more than  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Sixty Days In, Ashley Hinson is Still Signing Off on Trump's War Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single vote from Congres  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Sixty Days In, Buddy Carter and Mike Collins are Still Signing Off on Trump's War Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Sixty Days In, Dan Sullivan is Still Signing Off on Trump's War Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single vote from Congress  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Sixty Days In, Jon Husted is Still Signing Off on Trump's War Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single vote from Congress.   more

WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Collins' Statement on Her Vote to End Hostilities in Iran Ahead of 60-Day Deadline * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Susan Collins released the following statement after her vote today in support of a resolution directing the removal of U.S. armed forces from hostilities against Iran: "As I have said since these hostilities began, the President's authority as Commander-in-Chief is not w  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026: * * * Smith Responds to Trump's Order to Pull 5,000 U.S. Troops from Germany House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement in response to President Donald Trump's order to remove 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany. "President Trump's order that the Pentagon begin pulling 5,000 U.S. troops fro  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how South Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addres  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how South Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on May 1, 2026: * * * United States Sanctions Network Facilitating Iran's Illicit Oil Trade The United States is taking decisive action to disrupt Iran's illicit oil trade, the Iranian regime's primary revenue streams that fund terrorism and regional destabilization. Today, the Department of State sanctioned multiple entities, an individual, and a vessel involved in the trade of Iranian petroleum and petroleum pro  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on May 1, 2026, by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott: * * * U.S. Sanctions Tighten Grip on Iran-China Oil Trade The United States is taking decisive action to disrupt Iran's illicit oil trade, the primary revenue stream for the Iranian regime to fund terrorism and regional destabilization. Today, the Department of State sanctioned several entities, an individual, and a vessel involved in the trade of Irani  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Tennessee members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Texas members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing long  more

LOUGHBOROUGH, England, May 1 -- Loughborough University issued the following news release: * * * The king's state visit was a success - but there is still a chasm to bridge between UK and US outlooks * Amid a period of heightened tension between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the king's carefully calibrated speech to a joint session of Congress has secured praise on both sides of the Atlantic (and on both sides of the Congressional aisle). It was a remarkable perfo  more

WASHINGTON, May 1 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * The Republican Recap: Week of April 27, 2026 * Here's a recap of what Republicans achieved on the House Floor this week: Bringing an End the Democrats' 75 Day DHS Shutdown This week, House Republicans passed a budget resolution to pave the way for the end of Democrats' dangerous shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by instructing committees to responsibly fu  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on May 1, 2026: * * * Economic Fury Targets Iranian Shadow Banking Networks Moving Billions in Foreign Currency Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating three Iranian foreign currency exchange houses and their associated front companies as part of Economic Fury and Treasury's ongoing efforts to disrupt the Iranian regime's financial lifelines th  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following remarks on April 30, 2026, by Secretary Scott Bessent before the Export-Import Bank Annual Conference: * * * Good afternoon, and thank you for having me here today. I am grateful to Chairman John Jovanovic for the invitation, and to the entire team at the Export-Import Bank for your important work on behalf of the American people and American businesses. Economic security is national security, and thanks to Presiden  more

GREATER MANCHESTER, England, May 1 -- The University of Salford issued the following news: * * * Expert comment: Bank of England holds interest rates amid global uncertainty In response to the Bank of England's decision to hold interest rates at 3.75%, Matthew Allen, Lecturer in Economics at the University of Salford, said: The Bank of England have announced that interest rates will be held at the current rate of 3.75%, reflecting a delicate balancing act between easing inflation and mounti  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Utah members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing longs  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Vermont members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l  more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news: * * * War Department's $1.5 Trillion Budget Proposal Includes Sizable Nuclear Triad Investment * WASHINGTON - The War Department aims to modernize the U.S. nuclear triad -including air, land and sea weapons -and the fiscal year 2027 budget proposal includes ample investment to make that happen, said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during testimony on Capitol Hill Apr  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Washington members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how West Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, address  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on May 1, 2026: * * * President Donald J. Trump Imposes Sanctions on Cuban Regime Officials Responsible for Repression and Threats to U.S. National Security and Foreign Policy IMPOSING SANCTIONS ON THE CUBAN REGIME: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order imposing new sanctions on the Cuban regime, protecting U.S. national security. * The Order broadens the existing sanctions on Cuba to include new restri  more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Wisconsin members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing   more

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Wyoming members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo  more

SURREY, England, May 2 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news: * * * Xeneta: The worst may be over after air cargo prices surge in April By Damian Brett Airfreight rates may have peaked following the Middle East conflict after they increased by more than 30% year on year in April, according to data provider Xeneta. The latest monthly figures from Xeneta show that last month airfreight demand was up 2% year on year, capacity declined by 1% and the dynamic cargo load factor increased by   more