Mark Kelly

Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce planned joint military exercises with South Korea because he stated they are costly and send an inappropriate signal to North Korea. He cited his personal relationship with Kim Jong Un as a primary reason, adding that South Korea rejected U.S. efforts to denuclearize Iran. The move sharply contrasted with previous statements from administration officials who had praised the joint training exercises designed to enhance readiness against North Korean threats.

Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) propose abolishing the U.S. Senate, presidency, and Supreme Court, replacing them with a unicameral legislature and expanded House of Representatives. Senate Democrats, including Bernie Sanders, Mark Kelly, and Elizabeth Warren, reject the idea as impractical or undefined.

Senate Democrats are requesting the Trump administration to clarify its policies on access to advanced AI models. Senators Kirsten Gillibrand, Adam Schiff, Mark Warner, Christopher Coons, and Mark Kelly sent a letter seeking explanations about the administration's current approach to AI regulations.

President Donald Trump has repeatedly threatened Iran with military escalation before retracting, using pressure tactics to influence negotiations. Recent threats included targeting Iran's power plants and oil infrastructure, but Trump later called off plans after Gulf allies and Iranian officials urged diplomacy. The pattern reflects a strategy of leveraging chaos to gain leverage, though critics argue it undermines stability.

The August 2, 2026 episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' features Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly and Republican Rep. Mike Turner as guests. The broadcast includes a discussion with the two lawmakers.

The transcript of an interview with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona that aired on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on Aug. 2, 2026. The article provides the full transcript of the discussion.

The article provides the transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on Aug. 2, 2026. The interview focuses on political topics and Kelly's perspectives.

Sen. Mark Kelly criticized the Trump administration for its lack of strategy in handling Iran and opposed the administration's request for additional Pentagon funding. He stated that the administration entered the situation without a plan or timeline.

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly and Republican Rep. Mike Turner discuss Iran on 'Face the Nation' as President Trump calls off large-scale strikes, citing 'perimeters of a deal.' The CEO of Hugging Face reports an incident where OpenAI's technology hacked into his company, and former Sen. Joe Manchin discusses promoting more independent candidates.

Sen. Mark Kelly stated that Trump 'has to try to figure out a way out of' an Iran war and criticized the Pentagon's funding requests as 'irresponsible — and now they want a blank check.'

This week's episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on August 2, 2026, features guests including Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona, Republican Rep. Mike Turner of Ohio, and Independent former Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia. The segment highlights political figures from different affiliations.

Sen. Mark Kelly warns that far-left policies that 'don’t make sense' could cost Democrats seats. Kelly stated it could cost them some seats and that it's very possible.

Sen. Mark Kelly warns that far-left policies such as abolishing police, eliminating prisons and the border, and defunding the Pentagon could cost Democrats seats in midterms and the 2028 election. He attributes low Democratic approval ratings to these policies, which voters associate with the party. Democratic socialist candidates recently won key primary elections, including Melat Kiros, Darializa Avila Chevalier, and Claire Valdez.

Top Democrats are supporting DNC Chair Ken Martin despite financial struggles and leadership criticism, avoiding a potential ouster close to the midterms. They argue against removing him without a viable successor, citing competitive races and a favorable election environment.

The article outlines potential 2028 Democratic presidential candidates, highlighting Kamala Harris's lead among Black voters, AOC's position as a successor to Bernie Sanders, Gavin Newsom's political strengths and California challenges, and a TBD center-left candidate category with names like Josh Shapiro and Mark Kelly.

Lawmakers expressed surprise and criticism over reports that President Donald Trump is considering military strikes in Mali targeting al-Qaeda affiliated group JNIM, citing a lack of consultation. Senators from both parties stated they were unaware of the potential operation, with some questioning its strategic value and concerns about military adventurism.

A University of New Hampshire poll shows Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leading Pete Buttigieg among potential Democratic presidential candidates in the state. Ocasio-Cortez received 22% support, while Buttigieg ranked second. JD Vance leads Republican hopefuls with 36% support.

Rep. Andy Biggs won the GOP primary for Arizona governor, positioning himself to face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in November. His victory over Rep. David Schweikert sets up a competitive race in a state that has become a tossup, with Hobbs amassing a significant campaign war chest and criticizing Biggs for past stances, including his role in attempting to overturn the 2020 election.

Senator Mark Kelly and his wife, congresswoman Gabby Giffords, continue to navigate public life after a 2011 mass shooting that left Giffords with speech-limiting brain damage. Kelly has become her primary caregiver and political advocate, while both remain active in criticizing political figures like President Trump and defense secretary Pete Hegseth. Their joint memoir highlights their resilience and evolving dynamic.

Sen. Mark Kelly is promoting bipartisan legislation to address teacher shortages by improving recruitment, training, and retention, with a focus on increasing male representation in teaching. He also supports the Building Community in America Act to expand mentorship opportunities for boys and young men through national service programs like AmeriCorps.

Senator Mark Kelly's campaign fundraising increased last year, amassing nearly $25 million, following accusations by President Trump of sedition over a video where he and five other Democrats advised service members to disregard illegal orders.

The new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit has left microschool leaders uncertain about eligibility, as the Treasury Department's guidance clarifies that scholarships apply to public, private, or religious schools. States like Florida, Ohio, and Tennessee plan to participate, but microschools operating outside traditional private school sectors face ambiguity.

Sen. Todd Young addressed an awkward moment with Sen. Mark Kelly during an ABC News interview, discussing pushback from President Trump over a video Kelly released with lawmakers advising servicemembers not to follow illegal orders. The video, released in November, was criticized by Trump.

Sen. Mark Kelly criticized the Biden administration’s border policies, stating they created a 'crisis at the southern border' through welcoming policies that allowed undocumented immigrants to enter legally. He acknowledged the ability to critique the former president without fear of reprisal.

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly and Republican Sen. Todd Young discuss bipartisanship as the U.S. marks its 250th anniversary, joined by Rye Barcott, author of 'Courage Can Save US,' on 'This Week.'

Democratic senators Elizabeth Warren and Mark Kelly highlighted the loss of 108,000 U.S. manufacturing jobs during Trump's second term and are seeking explanations. They attribute the job decline to Trump's tariffs, which they argue are harming the manufacturing sector.

U.S. Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act to require congressional approval for deploying federal troops to polling places, in response to concerns that President Donald Trump might use an exception in federal law to bypass the ban. The bill mandates a 48-hour notice to Congress and prohibits military personnel from accessing election records using federal funds.

Trump nominated Jay Clayton, former SEC chairman and current U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, as director of national intelligence, prompting a Senate confirmation hearing amid Democratic concerns over Trump’s temporary pick, Bill Pulte. Democrats criticized Pulte’s lack of intelligence credentials and political ties, while Senate leaders emphasized Clayton’s prosecutorial experience as a potential reassurance.

President Trump nominated Walter 'Jay' Clayton as director of national intelligence, facing Senate confirmation after replacing interim pick Bill Pulte. Democrats criticize Pulte's lack of intelligence experience and partisanship, while Senate Majority Leader John Thune supports Clayton's nomination. A confirmation hearing is set to address concerns and expedite the process.

Senator Mark Kelly supported the Trump administration's decision to urge Anthropic to suspend access to its latest artificial intelligence models, including Mythos. The agreement between a Senate Democrat and the administration is described as rare.

The second half of Face the Nation featured Senators Mark Kelly and Mark Warner, along with IBM vice chairman Gary Cohn. The segment covered their participation in the show's discussion.

Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly stated there is a munitions issue amid the Iran war, countering Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's denial. Kelly explained that attacking over 10,000 targets with cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, and bombs consumes significant munitions, which are not limitless.

The transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Kelly, Democrat of Arizona, on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on June 14, 2026 is provided. The article outlines the interview setup and participants.

The article provides the transcript of an interview with Sen. Mark Kelly, a Democrat from Arizona, conducted on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on June 14, 2026. The content references the interview's date, host, and Kelly's political affiliation and state representation.

Qatari mediators are traveling to Tehran to finalize a truce in the U.S.-Iran war. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, Democratic Sens. Mark Warner, and Mark Kelly will appear on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' on June 14, 2026.

The June 14, 2026 episode of 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan' features Democratic Senators Mark Kelly and Mark Warner, along with former National Economic Council Director Gary Cohn as guests.

Ken Salazar, U.S. ambassador to Mexico under President Biden, expressed frustration with the White House's border policy approach, leading him to consider a 2024 presidential run. His forthcoming book details his advocacy for a 'new North American alliance' and critiques the administration's handling of immigration. Salazar met with Democratic candidates but did not pursue his presidential bid after Biden selected Kamala Harris as his successor.

Democrats remain divided over Graham Platner's Senate candidacy despite his primary victory. Several senators, including Mark Kelly and John Fetterman, have not endorsed Platner due to concerns about his past scandals, while the party emphasizes defeating Sen. Susan Collins as critical to regaining Senate control.

Democratic Senators Mark Kelly, Adam Schiff, and Elissa Slotkin introduced the Drain the Slush Fund Act to block the Trump administration’s 'anti-weaponization' fund. The Department of Justice had earlier scrapped the fund, and the bill aims to prevent taxpayer money from being used for payments to President Trump.

Senate Democrats are opposing the Trump administration’s $1.776 billion 'anti-weaponization fund' through legislative strategies and a new bill. A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Justice Department from proceeding with the fund, which aims to provide taxpayer-funded payouts to individuals claiming the legal system was weaponized against them. The fund is part of a lawsuit settlement between President Trump and the federal government over his tax return leak.