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- 1Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Congress-Approved Spending▼Trump Moves To Cancel $810 Million in Spending Approved by Congress
The Trump administration is moving to cancel $810 million in federal spending that was previously approved by Congress. The reported plan would rescind funds lawmakers had already allocated, setting up a fresh clash between the White House and Capitol Hill over control of the federal purse. The move is likely to draw legal and political challenges from members of Congress who argue the executive branch cannot unilaterally refuse to spend money appropriated by law.
- 2Transportation Secretary Seeks $30 Billion Air Traffic Control Overhaul▼Transportation secretary pushes Congress for $30B overhaul of national air traffic control system
The US Transportation Secretary is urging Congress to approve $30 billion to overhaul the nation's air traffic control system. The push for new funding highlights ongoing concerns about aging technology and infrastructure supporting US aviation, and the proposal will now need to win approval from lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
- 3Lawmakers slam Trump's 'unlawful' $810 million federal funding cut▼Lawmakers slam Trump’s ‘unlawful’ move to cut $810 million in federal funds
US lawmakers are accusing President Trump of acting unlawfully after his administration moved to cut $810 million in federal funds. Critics in Congress say the unilateral reduction exceeds executive authority and have denounced it as an illegal overreach, setting up a likely fight over the money on Capitol Hill.
- 4Congress punts on AI regulation as lawmakers press for action▼Congress kicks AI fight down the road as lawmakers demand action
Congress has once again delayed action on artificial intelligence legislation, according to The Hill, even as lawmakers from both parties call for federal rules on the fast-moving technology. The report highlights growing frustration on Capitol Hill over the gap between demands for AI oversight and Congress's inability to pass meaningful regulation, leaving the US without a comprehensive AI framework while other jurisdictions move ahead.
- 5Stephen Richer Testifies to Congress on Alleged Noncitizen Voting in New Jersey▼In Appearance Before Congress, Stephen Richer Testifies at House Hearing on Alleged Noncitizen Voting in New Jersey
Stephen Richer appeared before a US House committee hearing examining allegations of noncitizen voting in New Jersey. The hearing, highlighted by the Ash Center, brings election administration figures to Capitol Hill as Republicans press claims about voting integrity and Democrats challenge the evidence. Richer, a former Arizona county election official known for defending election administration, testified amid ongoing national debate over voter eligibility rules.
- 6Crypto Shifts Focus From Congress to Regulators▼How Crypto Stopped Waiting for Congress and Learned to Love the Regulators
The crypto industry is increasingly working directly with US regulators rather than waiting for Congress to pass comprehensive legislation, Decrypt reports. After years of stalled bills on Capitol Hill, exchanges and industry groups are engaging agencies like the SEC and CFTC to shape rules in practice, accepting limited oversight as the price of legal certainty and market access.
- 7Duffy seeks $30 billion from Congress for air travel upgrades▼Duffy asks $30B of Congress for air travel modernization projects
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has asked Congress for $30 billion to fund air travel modernization projects. The request targets upgrades to the US aviation system, including infrastructure and technology improvements. The funding appeal comes amid ongoing scrutiny of delays and capacity strains in American air travel, and will now face consideration by lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
- 8Small Business Owners Head to Capitol for Healthcare Summit▼Small Business Owners Visit Capitol for Healthcare Summit
The National Federation of Independent Business brought small business owners to the US Capitol for a healthcare summit focused on health coverage costs and policy affecting small employers. Participants are expected to meet with lawmakers and discuss rising premiums and healthcare access as key concerns for small businesses.
- 9Claims Circulate That Trump Planned and Financed January 6 Attack●Jan 6 Was Planned, Financed, and Executed by Donald J Trump https://www. youtube.com/live/x8ZPTJnS2KE Jack Smith is a he
Claims are circulating online that the January 6, 2021 US Capitol attack was planned, financed, and executed by Donald Trump. Critics of the former president are praising special counsel Jack Smith, who brought federal charges over Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election, as a hero and calling Trump a traitor who will eventually face justice. Trump denies any wrongdoing.