Mark Kelly

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.

Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to estimate the costs of the Iran war, emphasizing the need for transparency and accurate legislative oversight. They highlighted discrepancies between administration estimates and independent analyses, asking for scenarios including prolonged conflict and troop deployment.

U.S. Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to estimate the 'true costs' of the Iran war, emphasizing transparency and discrepancies between administration and independent cost projections. The letter, signed by multiple senators, asks for comprehensive budgetary assessments under various scenarios.

U.S. Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to provide an official cost estimate for the Iran war, citing discrepancies between administration projections and independent analyses. The senators emphasized the need for transparency and accurate information to inform legislative oversight.

Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to estimate the 'true costs' of the Iran war, citing discrepancies between administration figures and independent projections. They emphasized the need for transparency and comprehensive legislative oversight.

U.S. Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to provide a comprehensive cost estimate for the Iran war, highlighting discrepancies between administration projections and independent analyses. They emphasized the need for transparency and accurate legislative oversight.

U.S. Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office to provide a comprehensive cost estimate of the Iran war, emphasizing transparency and legislative oversight. The letter highlights discrepancies between administration estimates and independent projections, asking for scenarios including prolonged conflict and troop deployment.

U.S. Senate Democrats requested the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) to estimate the 'true costs' of the Iran war, citing discrepancies between administration projections and independent analyses. They emphasized the need for transparency and legislative oversight regarding the conflict's budgetary impact.

Gas prices have risen from under $3 to nearly $4.50 since February, prompting Congress to consider suspending the federal gas tax for the first time. Proposals from Democrats Mark Kelly and Richard Blumenthal, Republican Josh Hawley, and others face opposition, highlighting the gas tax's declining relevance despite its role in funding infrastructure. Experts argue pausing the tax would worsen infrastructure funding crises without significantly lowering prices.

The U.S. Army is dramatically restructuring its aviation strategy by cutting helicopter procurement funding and reducing pilot positions in favor of drone-heavy warfare, prompted by lessons from Ukraine and Middle East conflicts. Budget cuts include reducing Apache funding to $1.5 million, Black Hawk to $39.3 million, and Chinook to $210 million, while increasing drone and autonomous system investments. Congressional Democrats have expressed concern about divesting critical capabilities before validated replacements are available.

The U.S. Army is dramatically cutting helicopter procurement funding for fiscal year 2027, reducing Apache, Black Hawk, and Chinook programs while shifting resources toward drones and unmanned systems, based on lessons learned from Ukraine and Middle East conflicts. The military plans to eliminate approximately 6,500 aviation positions including pilots and maintainers. Congressional leaders have raised concerns about these cuts potentially weakening the aviation industrial base before validated replacements are ready.

President Trump's use of a $14 billion Taiwan arms sales package as a negotiating chip has sparked debate on Capitol Hill, where lawmakers broadly support Taiwan but disagree on how far US military commitment should extend. Key figures express varying positions on defensive weapons sales versus potential military intervention in case of Chinese invasion. China has responded by refusing to approve a Pentagon official's visit until Trump makes a decision on the arms package.

Arizona veterans urged Congressional Republicans to support a War Powers Resolution to end the Iran war, following the deaths of 13 U.S. service members. The Senate advanced the resolution, but it faces likely defeat in the GOP-controlled House.

U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly advocates for permanent citizenship for DACA recipients amid delays in renewal processing times under the Trump administration, which have increased from 15 to 70 days, heightening risks of deportation. Over 500,000 DACA recipients, including nearly 19,000 in Arizona, face uncertainty as prolonged wait times disrupt their legal work and protection status.

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth dismissed concerns about strained weapons stockpiles, saying recent reporting has exaggerated the issue. The comments come as questions about US weapons inventories have intensified following the Iran conflict. Hegseth accused Sen. Mark Kelly of improperly discussing sensitive information.

US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth dismissed concerns about strained weapons stockpiles, saying recent reporting has exaggerated the issue. Hegseth stated that the US has all the munitions needed to execute its plans. The comments come amid questions about US weapons inventories following the Iran conflict.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chair Dan Caine will testify before a Senate Appropriations Committee panel about the conflict in Iran and President Trump's fiscal 2027 budget request. Hegseth may face questions on his feud with Sen. Mark Kelly. The testimony will focus on the Pentagon's budget and Iran.

President Trump's endorsement of suspending federal gas taxes has sparked mixed reactions from Congress, with some Republicans and Democrats introducing bills or endorsing the idea, but others expressing concerns about revenue loss and budget impact. The federal tax is 18.3 cents for gasoline and 24.3 cents for diesel. Trump needs Congress to act, but the immediate signs are mixed.

The Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request will face its first test as House lawmakers quiz Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth about the proposal. Democrats have raised concerns about the unprecedented size of the request, which would increase defense funding by nearly 50%. The Trump administration argues the jump in defense spending is necessary to counter threats from geopolitical adversaries.

The Pentagon's $1.5 trillion budget request faces its first test as House lawmakers quiz Department of War Secretary Pete Hegseth about the proposal. Democrats have raised concerns about the unprecedented size of the request, which would increase defense funding by nearly 50%. The Trump administration argues the jump in defense spending is necessary to counter threats from geopolitical adversaries.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has attacked Sen. Mark Kelly over the state of US weapons stockpiles in the war with Iran. Hegseth accused Kelly of divulging classified information about key US munitions. The incident highlights concerns over US military readiness.

Hegseth is looking to punish Democratic Senator Mark Kelly over comments about military concerns regarding the Iran war's impact on weapons stockpiles. The Pentagon will review if Senator Kelly disclosed classified information. This review comes after Senator Kelly raised concerns about the strain on weapons stockpiles.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has referred Senator Mark Kelly to Pentagon lawyers for allegedly disclosing classified information about depleted US weapons stockpiles. Kelly claims he heard the information from Hegseth in public, under oath. The disclosed information includes severely drawn down inventories of various US missiles and interceptors.