Tuesday - June 9, 2026
Tipoffs: Ukraine Newsletter for Saturday June 06, 2026 ( 79 items )  

Alabama Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

Alaska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future ge  more

Arizona Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

Arkansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Arkansas members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Asia Pacific Airlines April 2026 Traffic Results
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 6 -- The Association of Asia Pacific Airlines issued the following news release: * * * Asia Pacific Airlines April 2026 Traffic Results Passenger and cargo markets hold firm despite global uncertainties Preliminary April 2026 traffic figures released today by the Association of Asia Pacific Airlines (AAPA) showed stable international passenger demand, with growth moderating amid heightened geopolitical and economic uncertainties. Asia Pacific airlines flew an ag  more

Bacon, Meeks, Hoyer, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, and Kiley Issue Statements on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Don Bacon, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: * * * Bacon, Meeks, Hoyer, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, and Kiley Issue Statements on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act * Washington, D.C. - Representatives Don Bacon (NE-02), Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, Bill Keating (MA-09), Ranking   more

Bangaranga! 70th Eurovision Song Contest huge hit with young audiences as world's largest live music event celebrates seven decades United by Music.
GENEVA, Switzerland, June 5 [Category: Media] -- The European Broadcasting Union issued the following news release: * * * Bangaranga! 70th Eurovision Song Contest huge hit with young audiences as world's largest live music event celebrates seven decades United by Music. * This year's Eurovision Song Contest was a huge hit with young audiences around the world, on all platforms, underlining its enduring global appeal in its 70th year. The 2026 Contest, held in Vienna, Austria, reached 131 m  more

California Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how California members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure futur  more

CodePink: 'Free Dr. Hasan Abu Safiya' Billboard Message Welcomes AMA Conference Attendees in Chicago
LOS ANGELES, California, June 6 -- CodePink, a grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end U.S.-funded wars and occupations, to challenge militarism globally, posted the following news release on June 5, 2026: * * * "Free Dr. Hasan Abu Safiya" Billboard Message Welcomes AMA Conference Attendees in Chicago The action comes as Israel has moved the kidnapped and tortured doctor to solitary confinement. - CHICAGO - CODEPINK brought its AMA campaign front and center to AMA membe  more

Colorado Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Colorado members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Congressman Cohen Stands with Ukraine
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Steve Cohen, D-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Cohen Stands with Ukraine * In floor speech, says "we need to stand with democracy...and against Putin" WASHINGTON - Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) spoke from the House floor tonight urging his colleagues to support a resolution, the Support Ukraine Act, supporting aide to Ukraine in its fight against Russia. In those remarks, he said in part: "This is a fight for supporting a coun  more

Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes for Ukraine Security Assistance
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Lizzie Fletcher, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher Votes for Ukraine Security Assistance * Today, Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) voted for the Ukraine Support Act, H.R. 2913, to authorize security assistance and economic investments for Ukraine and to impose new financial sanctions and export restrictions on Russia until it ceases its war against Ukraine. "For years, the Ukrainian people have demonstrated remar  more

Connecticut Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure futu  more

Courtney at NDAA Markup: The Trump Battleship Is the Exact Opposite of Every Lesson We've Learned
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Courtney at NDAA Markup: The Trump Battleship Is the Exact Opposite of Every Lesson We've Learned * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, during the House Armed Services Committee markup of the FY 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, spoke in support of an amendment (link is external) to the FY27 NDA  more

Courtney Votes to Pass Ukraine Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Courtney Votes to Pass Ukraine Support Act * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, released the following statement after voting to pass the Ukraine Support Act, a bill which would provide additional reconstruction and military financing authorization for Ukraine and impose economic sanctions on Russia for its   more

CSIS Issues Commentary: Banning Gasoline Exports Will Harm U.S. Energy Security
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary by Clayton Seigle, senior fellow in the Energy Security and Climate Change Program: * * * Banning Gasoline Exports Will Harm U.S. Energy Security The political distress from higher gasoline and diesel prices is palpable, but not yet at crisis levels. As of June 2, the national average for regular unleaded gasoline stands at $4.29 per gallon, diesel at $5.43--compared to $2.94 and $3.81, re  more

CSIS Issues Commentary: Economic Modernization and Strategic Positioning of Algeria
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary by Romina Bandura, senior fellow with the Project on Prosperity and Development: * * * Economic Modernization and Strategic Positioning of Algeria Emerging from a complicated history of colonialism, civil war, and socialism, Algeria is evolving into a regional power and opening up for investments. The country holds substantial natural resources (including oil, natural gas, and minerals), a  more

CSIS Issues Commentary: Previewing Xi Jinping's Visit to North Korea | State of Play
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary by Sydney Seiler, senior adviser (non-resident) with the Korea Chair: * * * Previewing Xi Jinping's Visit to North Korea | State of Play State of Play, a podcast and commentary series produced by the CSIS Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department, features timely analysis from CSIS's leading regional experts on geopolitical developments and the future of the international order. What's th  more

CSIS Issues Commentary: Strategic Clarity - Reassessing the Value of China to Korea
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary by Victor Cha, president of the Geopolitics and Foreign Policy Department, and Yesun Kim: * * * Strategic Clarity: Reassessing the Value of China to Korea The Lee Jae Myung government has pursued a nuanced strategy with China, one that evades regional security issues (e.g., Taiwan and the South China Sea), while maintaining "neighborly" relations and acknowledging the importance of solicit  more

Delaware Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Delaware members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Deputy Assistant Secretary of Army for Research & Technology Manning Testifies Before Senate Armed Services Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- The Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities released the following testimony by Chris Manning, deputy assistant secretary of the Army for research and technology, from a May 19, 2026, hearing on the fiscal 2027 budget request: * * * Chairwoman Ernst, Ranking Member Slotkin, and distinguished members of the Subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to testify today on the Army's innovation enterprise. It is an honor to represent the dedica  more

District of Columbia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help en  more

Florida Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Florida members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

Fuel and the nuclear resurgence: The chicken or the egg conundrum
LA GRANGE PARK, Illinois, June 4 [Category: Energy] -- The American Nuclear Society posted the following news: * * * Fuel and the nuclear resurgence: The chicken or the egg conundrum * Nuclear power currently appears to have the wind at its back, with growing demand for clean, reliable energy from industry (think data centers) and strong political support for new projects. But getting there still will require a lot of pieces to yet fall into place. It is, as American Nuclear Society CEO Crai  more

Georgia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Georgia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

Golden votes to re-up military aid for Ukraine, sanctions for Russia
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Golden votes to re-up military aid for Ukraine, sanctions for Russia * WASHINGTON -Congressman Jared Golden (ME-02) today voted in favor of H.R. 2913, the Ukraine Support Act, which provides additional military financing loans and weaponry to Ukraine as it continues to defend itself in the face of Russian aggression. The bill passed the House in a bipartisan 226-195 vote after a successful discharge   more

Hawaii Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Hawaii members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future ge  more

House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Hoyer, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, Bacon, and Kiley Issue Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Hoyer, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, Bacon, and Kiley Issue Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act * Washington, D.C. - Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05); Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus; Bill K  more

House Passes Fitzpatrick-Led Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Fitzpatrick-Led Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act * Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, along with Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05); Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus; Bill Keating (MA-09), Ranking M  more

Hoyer, Meeks, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, Bacon, and Kiley Issue Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Hoyer, Meeks, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, Bacon, and Kiley Issue Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) and U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus; Bill Keating  more

Hoyer: Ukraine Must Win this War, and Putin and His War Crimes Must Lose It
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Hoyer: Ukraine Must Win this War, and Putin and His War Crimes Must Lose It * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) delivered remarks on the House Floor in support of the Ukraine Support Act, brought to the House Floor after a successful discharge petition. Below are a video and transcript of his remarks:Click here (link is external) to watch a video of his remarks. "I thank  more

Hoyer: Ukraine, We Are With You
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Steny H. Hoyer, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Hoyer: Ukraine, We Are With You * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05) delivered remarks at a press conference after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 2913, the Ukraine Support Act. Below are a video and transcript of his remarks:Click here (link is external) to watch a video of his remarks. "This is a good day. It's a good day for Ukraine. It's a good day for A  more

Idaho Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future gen  more

Illinois Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Illinois members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Indiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Indiana members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

Iowa Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future gene  more

Kansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Kansas members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future ge  more

Kentucky Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Kentucky members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Louisiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Louisiana members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future  more

Maine Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Maine members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future gen  more

Maryland Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Massachusetts Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Massachusetts members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fu  more

McCain Institute's Dr. Evelyn Farkas Publishes Op-Ed in The Hill Ahead of June 7 Armenia Election
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Arizona State University McCain Institute issued the following news: * * * McCain Institute's Dr. Evelyn Farkas Publishes Op-Ed in The Hill Ahead of June 7 Armenia Election In a new op-ed published in The Hill, McCain Institute Executive Director Dr. Evelyn Farkas discusses the pivotal June 7 parliamentary election in Armenia and its significant implications for U.S. interests at a moment when Russia's influence is weakening and Armenia is attempting to deepen ties with   more

Meeks, Hoyer, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, Bacon, and Kiley Issue Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Meeks, Hoyer, Fitzpatrick, Kaptur, Keating, Bacon, and Kiley Issue Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Ukraine Support Act * Washington, D.C. \- Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Steny H. Hoyer (MD-05); Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus; Bill Keating (MA-09), Ranking Member of th  more

Michigan Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Minnesota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Minnesota members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future  more

Mississippi Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure futu  more

Missouri Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Missouri members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Montana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Montana members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

NATO COMEDS 65th Plenary: Medical readiness, an important part of national and collective security
BRUSSELS, Belgium, June 5 -- NATO issued the following news: * * * NATO COMEDS 65th Plenary: Medical readiness, an important part of national and collective security * From 1 to 4 June 2026, the Committee of the Chiefs of Military Medical Services in NATO (COMEDS) convened its 65th Plenary in Skopje, North Macedonia. The Plenary brought together Allies, Partners, and Observers to strengthen cooperation and address key priorities within military medicine. The Plenary took place in a pivotal  more

Nebraska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Nebraska members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Nevada Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Nevada members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future ge  more

New Hampshire Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how New Hampshire members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fu  more

New Jersey Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how New Jersey members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure futur  more

New Mexico Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how New Mexico members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure futur  more

New York Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how New York members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

North Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how North Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure f  more

North Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how North Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fut  more

Ohio Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Ohio members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future gene  more

Oklahoma Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Oklahoma members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Oregon Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Oregon members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future ge  more

Pelosi Defends Support for Ukraine on House Floor: "The United States Does Not Abandon Those Who Fight For Freedom."
WASHINGTON, June 4 -- Rep. Nancy Pelosi, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Pelosi Defends Support for Ukraine on House Floor: "The United States Does Not Abandon Those Who Fight For Freedom." * Washington, D.C. - Today, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi delivered remarks on the House Floor in support of the Ukraine Support Act, reaffirming America's commitment to stand with the Ukrainian people as they defend their sovereignty, democracy and freedom. In her remarks, Pelosi   more

Pennsylvania Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Pennsylvania members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fut  more

Rep. Austin Scott on HASC Passage of FY27 NDAA
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Austin Scott, R-Georgia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Austin Scott on HASC Passage of FY27 NDAA * WASHINGTON, D.C.- U.S. Representative Austin Scott (GA-08), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), released the below statement upon the Fiscal Year 2027 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passing out of committee last night by a vote of 44-12. The NDAA sets Department of Defense (DoD) policies and authorizes funding level  more

Rep. Jimmy Gomez Votes to Pass Crucial Support for Ukraine
WASHINGTON, June 5 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Jimmy Gomez Votes to Pass Crucial Support for Ukraine * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Rep. Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) released the following statement after helping pass the Ukraine Support Act: "I voted for this legislation to continue America's support for the Ukrainian people as they defend their homes, their families, and their right to live free from Russia's invasion. "For years, Ukrainians have show  more

Rhode Island Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Rhode Island members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fut  more

Solar Microgrid Powers Lifesaving Care in Sudan
SANTA BARBARA, California, June 5 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Solar Microgrid Powers Lifesaving Care in Sudan * Over the past week, Direct Relief has delivered 584 shipments of requested medical aid to 47 U.S. states and territories and 14 countries worldwide. The shipments contained 3.6 million defined daily doses of medication Medications and supplies shipped this week included treatments for infectious and chronic diseases, diagnostic and di  more

South Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how South Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure f  more

South Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how South Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fut  more

Tennessee Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Tennessee members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future  more

Texas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Texas members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future gen  more

Ukraine: Journalist injured in drone attack
BRUSSELS, Belgium, June 5 [Category: Media] -- The International Federation of Journalists posted the following news release: * * * Ukraine: Journalist injured in drone attack * On 3 June, Ukrainian war correspondent Olga Kalinovska was injured in a Russian drone attack. The attack came when she was travelling in a military vehicle to report on civilians living in Pokrovske, a town located 14 kilometres from the front line. The International Federation of Journalists (IFJ) underlines that no  more

Utah Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Utah members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future gene  more

Vermont Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Vermont members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more

Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future   more

Washington Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Washington members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure futur  more

West Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how West Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure fu  more

Wisconsin Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Wisconsin members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future  more

Wyoming Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-06-05
WASHINGTON, June 6 -- Here's a look at how Wyoming members of Congress voted over the previous week. HOUSE VOTES: House Vote 1: FUNDING BATTLEFIELD SITES: The House has passed the American Battlefield Protection Program Amendments Act (H.R. 7618), sponsored by Rep. Jennifer A. Kiggans, R-Va., to reauthorize through fiscal 2036 a program for issuing grants to preserve the sites of past battles in the U.S., and study a potential program expansion. Kiggans said the bill "will help ensure future g  more