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President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which would make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, with some lawmakers arguing it would reduce morning sunlight and harm safety and well-being. Trump highlights potential benefits like reduced crime and health risks, while critics like Sen. Tom Cotton warn of late winter sunrises.

President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, where some senators argue it would reduce morning sunlight, particularly affecting schoolchildren and working Americans.

President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act,' which aims to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, where some members argue it would reduce morning sunlight, particularly affecting schoolchildren and workers.

President Donald Trump is urging the U.S. Senate to pass the 'Sunshine Protection Act' to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide. The bill passed the House in July but faces opposition in the Senate, with critics like Sen. Tom Cotton arguing it would reduce morning sunlight. Trump claims the change would reduce accidents, crime, and health risks, while supporters like Sen. Rick Scott push for swift Senate action.

President Donald Trump urged Republican senators to support making daylight saving time permanent, as the bill faces opposition in the Senate despite passing the House. Some GOP senators, including John Thune and Tom Cotton, oppose the change due to concerns over agriculture and public safety, while Florida lawmakers back it for economic benefits.

Jack Smith, who brought criminal charges against Donald Trump, has been invited to testify Sept. 22 before the Senate Judiciary Committee. The invitation follows months of scrutiny into Smith's investigations, including obtaining text messages from 44 members of Congress and subpoenas for private communications. The committee aims to address Smith's actions during his tenure as special counsel.

Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) urged the Trump administration to ban government agencies and contractors from using Chinese AI models, citing security risks from potential backdoors in open-source models. He also called for strict export controls on advanced computing equipment and advocated for nurturing a US open AI ecosystem to compete with China's.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is meeting with lawmakers in Washington to discuss American leadership in artificial intelligence, including open-source AI. The talks involve both Republicans and Democrats, with specific meetings noted with Sen. Mark Warner and discussions around cybersecurity. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is also set to meet with Warner, and OpenAI is collaborating with Nvidia on a data center project.

Darline Graham secures support from three Senate Republicans and President Donald Trump in her bid for a Senate seat. She faces competition from two House Republicans and a potential eligibility review, with a primary set for August 11 and a possible runoff.

The U.S. House voted to make daylight saving time permanent, but the bill faces Senate opposition. A 1973-75 attempt at permanent daylight saving time failed due to public backlash over dark winter mornings. Proponents include medical groups citing health benefits, while opponents argue it would darken winter mornings.

Senators questioned Jay Clayton, President Donald Trump’s nominee for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, about his handling of the Epstein case and the independence of the intelligence community. Clayton, who is the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, responded by citing the Department of Justice and emphasizing his commitment to integrity. The Senate committee plans to vote on his nomination early next week.

President Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton, will face a Senate confirmation hearing after Trump initially delayed the process. The nomination follows the resignation of former DNI Tulsi Gabbard and aims to avoid controversy over Trump's previous pick, Bill Pulte, which stalled FISA reauthorization. Democrats oppose Pulte's appointment but support Clayton, seen as a compromise to restart counter-terrorism tool discussions.

President Donald Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, Jay Clayton, will have a second confirmation hearing after Trump initially derailed the process. The Senate Intelligence Committee rescheduled the hearing following political disputes over Trump's interim appointment of Bill Pulte and demands to link FISA reauthorization to the SAVE America Act.

Legislation to make daylight saving time permanent faces Senate opposition after passing the House. Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and a bipartisan Commerce Committee bloc oppose the bill, citing concerns about schoolchildren and outdoor workers, while the White House supports it as a 'popular, common-sense reform.' Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso indicated the bill may struggle to pass.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a hearing for Jay Clayton, President Trump's nominee to head intelligence agencies, weeks after his nomination was delayed. Republicans and some Democrats support Clayton over interim appointee Bill Pulte, while Democrats are expected to question him on election interference amid concerns about promoting baseless conspiracy theories.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a hearing for President Trump's nominee Jay Clayton to lead U.S. intelligence agencies after weeks of delay. Republicans and some Democrats support Clayton over interim appointee Bill Pulte, but Democrats are expected to question him on election interference concerns, with some opposing his nomination.

Sens. Tom Cotton and Bernie Moreno requested President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to send a US delegation to Colombian president-elect Abelardo de la Espriella's inauguration to offer transition support amid fraud claims by the outgoing leader. The delegation aims to show solidarity with the new administration.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a July 15 confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton's nomination as director of national intelligence, aiming to replace Bill Pulte and advance the reauthorization of a lapsed spy authority. President Trump delayed the process until James McDonald's nomination for U.S. attorney was approved, and Republicans seek confirmation before an August recess to resolve a stalemate over extending Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

Tom Cotton, a Senate Republican and Intelligence Committee chair, faces challenges as President Donald Trump pushes an Iran deal similar to the one Cotton previously opposed. Cotton's past criticism of President Barack Obama's Iran agreement contrasts with his current cautious stance under Trump, while Trump's actions also disrupt Cotton's efforts to extend a surveillance program.

President Trump canceled the Senate confirmation hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, linking it to the approval of Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney. Senate lawmakers were uncertain about the President's authority to cancel the hearing, with some confirming it would proceed despite his statement.

President Trump canceled a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, stating it would not proceed until Jamie McDonald's U.S. Attorney nomination is confirmed. Lawmakers and aides were uncertain about the hearing's status, with some questioning Trump's authority to cancel it. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton later confirmed the hearing would proceed.

President Trump canceled a Senate hearing for his Director of National Intelligence nominee Jay Clayton via Truth Social, linking its resumption to the confirmation of Jamie McDonald as U.S. Attorney. Senate lawmakers and aides were uncertain about the hearing's status, with some questioning Trump's authority to cancel it, while Committee Chairman Tom Cotton eventually confirmed the hearing would proceed despite Trump's statement.

President Trump canceled the Senate hearing for his DNI nominee Jay Clayton until U.S. Attorney nominee Jamie McDonald is confirmed. Senate lawmakers and aides were uncertain about Trump's authority to cancel the hearing, with some stating it was unclear if the hearing would proceed. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton later confirmed the hearing would go ahead despite Trump's statement.

President Trump continues to push for the passage of the SAVE America Act despite Senate Republicans indicating it is unlikely to pass. His insistence has led to delays in renewing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and stalled the confirmation of Jay Clayton to the intelligence director role, with Bill Pulte instead set to temporarily lead the agency.

President Donald Trump delayed the confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton's nomination as director of national intelligence, leading to its postponement. The Senate Intelligence Committee chair Tom Cotton expressed regret, while Democrats criticized the move as undermining national security. Concerns were raised about the impact on the renewal of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and the delay in confirming a replacement for Acting Intel Director Bill Pulte.

President Donald Trump urged the Senate to delay the confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton, leading to its postponement. Trump cited concerns about a broken deal with Democrats and Clayton’s role as U.S. attorney, while senators criticized the move for disrupting national security processes and delaying FISA law renewal.

President Donald Trump directed the postponement of Jay Clayton's confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence, citing concerns about a broken deal with Democrats and Clayton's ongoing role as U.S. attorney. Senate Democrats criticized the move as undermining national security, while Republicans expressed concerns about delays in passing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.

The Senate delayed a confirmation hearing for director of national intelligence nominee Jay Clayton after Republican Sen. Tom Cotton stated President Trump directed Clayton not to appear. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small reported on the development.

President Trump's actions, including late-night changes to Senate plans and demands on intelligence and judicial appointments, have created chaos for Senate Majority Leader John Thune, complicating bipartisan efforts on surveillance and housing legislation. Tensions escalate as Trump's demands strain Republican unity and delay critical votes.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton as director of national intelligence, disrupting Senate efforts to renew a surveillance program and causing tension with Republicans. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton criticized the delay but later postponed the hearing. Trump's move increases the likelihood of Bill Pulte, a controversial temporary appointee, assuming the role.

President Donald Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton for director of national intelligence hours before a scheduled Senate hearing, despite bipartisan support. The move disrupted efforts to renew the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and intensified tensions with Senate Republicans, who had planned to proceed with the confirmation. Trump's decision may lead to Bill Pulte, a controversial interim appointee, assuming the role as outgoing director Tulsi Gabbard leaves office.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton to lead the U.S. intelligence community to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. The postponement of Clayton's confirmation hearing, directed by Trump, caused uncertainty over the intelligence community's leadership and a surveillance program. Senator Tom Cotton, chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, expressed regret over the delay but pledged to proceed with the confirmation soon.

The Senate Intelligence Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Jay Clayton as Director of National Intelligence despite President Trump's demand to delay the process. Trump linked the approval of Clayton and another nominee, Jamie McDonald, to the passage of a voting bill and the renewal of a surveillance tool. Senator Tom Cotton stated the hearing will proceed unless Trump withdraws the nomination or orders Clayton not to appear.

President Trump delayed the nomination of Jay Clayton to lead the U.S. intelligence community to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. Senate Intelligence Committee Chairman Tom Cotton pledged to proceed with a confirmation hearing despite Trump's move, which has stalled the renewal of a key surveillance program under the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The dispute involves bipartisan criticism of Trump's prior selection of Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence.

President Trump delayed Jay Clayton’s nomination to lead U.S. intelligence to pressure Congress on a voter ID bill. Senate intelligence committee chairman Tom Cotton pledged to proceed with a confirmation hearing unless Trump withdraws the nomination. The delay complicates the renewal of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, a surveillance program critical for intelligence gathering.

President Donald Trump faces Republican skepticism regarding his new Iran agreement, as many GOP lawmakers remain cautious due to past opposition to the 2015 nuclear pact. Republicans have withheld judgment, citing insufficient details, while expressing cautious optimism about a potential ceasefire in the Middle East.

Senate Democrats blocked a Republican effort to extend FISA Section 702 spy powers by unanimous consent. Sen. Tom Cotton sought a short-term extension until July 2, but Sen. Ron Wyden objected to the proposal.

President Trump's decision to seek a replacement for Bill Pulte as ODNI director may revive stalled efforts to reauthorize FISA spy powers, which are set to expire Friday. The appointment of Pulte had caused delays in Congress, but Trump's concession could help lawmakers reach a compromise on Section 702 reforms.

President Trump's decision to seek a replacement for Bill Pulte as ODNI director may revive stalled efforts to reauthorize FISA spy powers. The appointment of Pulte, criticized for lacking relevant experience, had blocked a Senate compromise on Section 702 reforms. Lawmakers are now considering a short-term extension while Trump interviews potential replacements.