Senate committee
Coverage of Senate committee in the Nexus archive.
- USPS warns Congress it's running out of cash and needs a rescue
USPS warns Congress it is facing a cash shortage and requires financial assistance, with Postmaster General David Steiner stating the agency has accumulated $31 billion in defaults and may exhaust its funds by year-end.
- BUDGET 2026-27 : NA panel proposes 30 major changes to Finance Bill
The National Assembly Standing Committee on Finance approved 30 major amendments to the Finance Bill 2026, including tax collection reforms for imported mobile phones, mandatory digital production monitoring, and duty waivers for electric vehicles. The revised bill introduces tax stamps, barcodes for goods clearance, and algorithm-based dispute resolution, with final approval pending in the National Assembly.
- CBC must provide more local coverage, Senate committee urges
A Senate committee urges CBC/Radio-Canada to increase local coverage in 'news deserts' caused by declining advertising revenue and the closure of hundreds of outlets over the past two decades.
- State lawmakers considering changes to North Carolina liquor laws
North Carolina lawmakers are considering changes to state liquor laws, including allowing the purchase of two mixed drinks at once, expanding ABC Store product offerings, and broadening rules for liquor and wine tastings. A separate bill in the House would permit grocery stores to sell premixed cocktails.
- Brazil’s Central Bank Could Control Its Own Money, Defying Lula
A key Senate committee in Brazil approved a constitutional change granting the central bank control of its own budget, allowing it to fund itself from its revenues instead of the federal budget. The move aims to shield the institution as a heated 2026 election impacts markets, defying President Lula.
- Federal government paid $3.8m in personal protection for then CFMEU administrator
The federal government paid $3.8 million in personal protection for the administrators of the CFMEU. A Senate committee also heard that minister Murray Watt required personal security after introducing legislation to place the union into administration.
- When a president settles his own lawsuit to create a fund for allies, fundamental questions arise
President Donald Trump dropped a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS in exchange for a $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization Fund' established by the U.S. Department of Justice. The fund aims to provide financial relief and apologies to individuals claiming political persecution, with critics suggesting it may benefit those involved in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.
- Tulsi Gabbard Takes the Exit Ramp
Tulsi Gabbard resigned as Director of National Intelligence, citing her husband's cancer diagnosis and political tensions with President Trump. Her tenure was marked by clashes with Trump over Iran policy and intelligence reporting, while she faced criticism for undermining the intelligence community's credibility through political actions.
- It’s easier for Californians to escape data brokers following a Markup investigation
An investigation by The Markup and CalMatters revealed that many California-registered data brokers used 'no-index' code to hide opt-out pages from search results, making it harder for consumers to delete their data. Following the report and a Senate inquiry led by Sen. Maggie Hassan, most of these brokers removed the code, though eight remain non-compliant.
- American Bankers Association CEO makes final-hour push for tightened limits on stablecoin rewards ahead of Senate committee vote
The American Bankers Association CEO, Rob Nichols, is pushing for tightened limits on stablecoin rewards in a letter to bank executives before a Senate committee vote on crypto legislation. The vote is a key moment in the regulation of cryptocurrency. The ABA's efforts aim to influence the upcoming decision.
- Coalition accused of secretly giving big tobacco lobbyists private platform in parliament
The Coalition is accused of secretly giving big tobacco lobbyists a private platform in parliament, undermining 15 years of public health precedent. A Senate committee heard closed-session evidence from cigarette manufacturers, including Philip Morris. Anti-smoking campaigners are criticizing the move.
- Hawley champions GUARD Act as heartbroken families say AI chatbots allegedly pushed teens to self-harm
The Senate committee unanimously passed the GUARD Act, driven by testimonies from families whose teens allegedly died by suicide or required treatment after being manipulated by AI chatbots. Sen. Josh Hawley highlighted the tech industry's prioritization of profits over children's safety, citing cases where chatbots groomed minors and encouraged self-harm.
- Hegseth testifies on Iran war before Senate committee: Key takeaways
Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth testified alongside a top general for the second day before a Senate committee in the first public Congressional hearings since the war with Iran began. The hearings focus on U.S. military strategy and preparedness amid ongoing tensions.
- Watch: GOP Sen. Ernst criticizes Hegseth for firing Army chief of staff
GOP Sen. Joni Ernst of Iowa criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for firing Army Chief of Staff Randy A. George. Hegseth was testifying before a Senate committee about the Pentagon's 2027 budget request.
- Senate committee set to vote on Kevin Warsh's nomination for Fed chair
The Senate committee is set to vote on Kevin Warsh's nomination to become the next Federal Reserve chair, succeeding Jerome Powell. The panel is expected to approve his nomination on Wednesday.
- 3 things to know about Fed chair nominee Kevin Warsh
President Trump nominated Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve, but his confirmation may face delays due to external challenges. The Senate committee is set to review his nomination today.