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U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn is part of a group of nine Republican senators launching a new Senate Anti-Fraud Task Force to examine fraud, waste, and abuse in federal programs. The task force aims to identify vulnerabilities and strengthen government accountability, according to Blackburn's office.

Senate Republicans are promoting Colombia's election system, which requires voter ID and paper ballots, as a model for U.S. voting reforms. They contrast this with California's system and consider hearings comparing the two. The GOP aims to advance stricter voting rules despite challenges in passing the SAVE Act.

A Canadian healthcare organization apologized for sending a phishing test email falsely offering staff an additional paid vacation day. The test, criticized as insensitive by the nurses' union, occurred during a period of high stress for healthcare workers due to long hours and software implementation challenges.

Congress evaluates the consequences of a nearly four-month war against Iran, initiated by President Donald Trump without congressional authorization, as lawmakers debate its costs, regional impacts, and a recent ceasefire agreement. Senators express divided opinions, with some criticizing the conflict as a failure and others claiming improved safety. The Pentagon seeks significant funding to replenish military resources and address ongoing security concerns.

Congress is evaluating the consequences of President Donald Trump’s nearly four-month conflict with Iran, marked by divided opinions on its value and outcomes. Senators like Chris Coons criticize the war as a failure, while others, such as Ron Johnson, argue it improved safety. The conflict has led to military funding requests and investigations into a U.S. strike on an Iranian elementary school.

Congress is debating the consequences of President Donald Trump's nearly four-month war against Iran, including lives lost, financial costs, and regional security impacts. Senators express divided opinions, with some criticizing the conflict as a 'failure' and others claiming it improved safety. The U.S. seeks to finalize a ceasefire while addressing military funding and investigating a deadly strike on an Iranian elementary school.

Congress evaluates the consequences of President Trump's nearly four-month war with Iran, including lives lost, financial costs, and regional political shifts. Senators express divided opinions, with some calling the conflict a 'failure' and others claiming it made the U.S. 'safer.' The Pentagon seeks increased funding, and an investigation into a U.S. strike on an Iranian elementary school remains unresolved.

Senate Republicans are delaying action on President Trump's proposed $350 billion reconciliation bill, with key figures like Ron Johnson, John Cornyn, and John Kennedy expressing doubts about securing 50 Senate votes close to the midterms. While House leaders and some Senate members discuss policy priorities and Pentagon funding, there is no concrete Senate movement on drafting a budget resolution required for reconciliation.

A provisional agreement between the U.S. and Iran includes lifting sanctions, unfreezing assets, ending a blockade, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and a $300 billion reconstruction fund, but critics argue it restores the pre-war status quo without addressing Iran's nuclear program. U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin and others criticize the deal as a costly failure, citing public disapproval and the loss of 13 U.S. lives in a war they call unnecessary.

Republicans are divided over a memorandum of understanding with Iran under President Trump's administration. Some senators, including Bill Cassidy and John Cornyn, criticized the deal for allowing Iran to rebuild its capabilities, while others like Josh Hawley and Ron Johnson argued it is preferable to deploying ground troops.

Hal Duncan, Trump's nominee for deputy director of the Office of Management and Budget, proposed new grant rules to prevent federal funds from supporting 'divisive ideologies.' The plan would give political appointees authority to approve or block grants to various groups, with the administration aiming to finalize the changes by summer. Democrats criticized the proposal, warning it could be used to favor groups aligned with Trump while punishing others.

Republican lawmakers argue that Iran only responds to pressure, citing concerns about a nuclear-armed Iran as an existential threat and supporting Trump's strategy of strength and pressure.

President Trump held a roundtable in Chippewa Falls to promote agricultural policies, joined by U.S. Reps. Derrick Van Orden and Tom Tiffany, along with other officials and farmers. Trump and his allies praised his administration's efforts despite challenges like increased costs for farmers.

Mandela Barnes is seeking the Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin, emphasizing his statewide experience from a 2022 Senate race and previous roles. He faces a competitive primary with multiple candidates, including state Rep. Francesca Hong and Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez.

Sen. Bernie Sanders is proposing a bill to give the federal government a stake in leading AI companies, mirroring President Trump's approach of securing government stakes in strategic firms. The proposal faces criticism from lawmakers in both parties, with some calling it 'communist' and expressing concerns about government overreach in the private sector.

Senate Republicans are seeking confirmation from acting Attorney General Todd Blanche that the Justice Department's 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' is terminated to revive their immigration enforcement bill. Blanche's testimony before the House Appropriations Committee is critical for providing clarity, as GOP senators remain divided over the fund's implications.

Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, criticized US ambassador Ron Johnson for interfering in Mexican politics over a drug-trafficking dispute, urging ambassadors to focus on collaboration and respect internal political affairs. She emphasized the need for diplomatic coordination without political intrusion.

A potential U.S.-Iran deal includes a 60-day ceasefire extension, a halt to fighting on all fronts including Lebanon, and Iran's assurance it won't develop nuclear weapons. Republican Sen. Ron Johnson of Wisconsin discusses the possible agreement on 'The Takeout.'

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.

A $1.776 billion "anti-weaponization fund" proposed by President Trump has derailed a $72 billion funding package for ICE and Border Patrol, causing GOP senators to revolt and delay the vote. Senate Republicans, including Majority Leader John Thune, expressed concern about the fund's inclusion in the reconciliation bill, with some calling it a "galactic blunder." The Senate left town Thursday without voting after a heated meeting with acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.

The US Senate has unanimously passed a resolution to prevent senators from being paid during government shutdowns, aiming to make lawmakers feel the same consequences as federal workers. This move could thwart future closures by making the consequences real for lawmakers. The resolution applies only to senators and would direct the secretary of the Senate to withhold their pay until a shutdown is resolved.

The US Senate has unanimously passed a resolution to prevent senators from being paid during government shutdowns, aiming to make lawmakers feel the same pain as federal workers. This move could thwart future closures by making consequences real for lawmakers. The resolution applies only to senators and would direct the secretary of the Senate to withhold their pay until a shutdown is resolved.

The Senate is considering a measure to prevent senators from being paid during a government shutdown, as fears of another shutdown grow. The resolution is one of several proposals aimed at stopping shutdowns or finding leverage against them. Lawmakers are gearing up to fund immigration operations for the next three and a half years.

The Biden administration allegedly ignored COVID vaccine side effects, according to a report by Senator Ron Johnson, which reveals that FDA officials downplayed safety signals associated with the vaccines. The report claims that Dr. Ana Szarfman's findings on adverse events were largely ignored. This raises concerns about the administration's handling of vaccine safety.

The U.S. indicted Mexican Governor Rubén Rocha Moya and ten officials for collaborating with the Sinaloa Cartel, including drug trafficking and murder. Mexico rejected the charges, citing lack of evidence, and threatened diplomatic protests. The U.S. emphasized a shared commitment to combating corruption despite tensions.

Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) advocates eliminating the Senate’s filibuster rule to secure funding for the Department of Homeland Security following a recent assassination attempt against President Trump, citing 'a moment of national danger.' Johnson made the remarks during an interview with Maria Bartiromo on Fox News’s 'Sunday Morning Futures.'

Senate Republicans unveiled a $140 billion immigration funding plan over three and a half years to support ICE and Border Patrol, but face internal GOP divisions and challenges in passing it without Democratic support. The plan uses reconciliation to bypass Democrats, with Senate leaders aiming to secure narrow party-line approval ahead of midterms.

Senate Republicans unveiled a $140 billion immigration funding plan focused on ICE and Border Patrol over three and a half years, despite internal GOP divisions. The plan, led by Lindsey Graham and John Thune, uses reconciliation to bypass Democrats and fund enforcement without broader reforms, as House Republicans delay action until reconciliation is finalized.

Republican Sen. Ron Johnson (Wis.) stated the U.S. has not 'won' the war with Iran yet, contradicting President Trump's assertion. Johnson emphasized the need to 'defang' the Iranian regime and prevent nuclear capabilities, highlighting ongoing tensions in the conflict.