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    The US House of Representatives has passed a bill providing roughly $70 billion for immigration enforcement. The measure would fund border security, detention and deportation operations, and now moves to the Senate, where its fate is uncertain. Supporters frame it as restoring border control, while immigrant rights groups warn of mass deportations and expanded detention. The vote is expected to intensify the broader political fight over immigration policy in Washington.

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    Crypto industry reels as Clarity Act collapses●Newsletter: Regulators race to reassure the crypto industry as the its flagship Clarity Act legislation collapses, SBF tMmastodonWorldUS Politics1073 h ago

    Regulators are scrambling to reassure the crypto industry after its flagship piece of legislation, the Clarity Act, collapsed. In other crypto news, Sam Bankman-Fried is appealing to the Supreme Court, and crypto political action committees are pouring $30 million into efforts against Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio. The developments mark a turbulent stretch for the industry in Washington, touching legislation, litigation and election spending all at once.

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    US Senator Rick Scott has stated that Congress cannot regulate artificial intelligence, a claim drawing attention amid ongoing debate in Washington over how, or whether, to set rules for AI development. The remark feeds into a wider partisan divide over AI oversight, with lawmakers split between those urging safeguards and those wary of constraining the industry.

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    A US senator has called on Congress to cut off funding for a war with Iran, pushing lawmakers to block military action through the power of the purse. The appeal comes amid ongoing debate in Washington over the scope of presidential war powers and US involvement in hostilities involving Iran.

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    Senate blocks Republican bill banning congressional stock trades▼Senate blocks Republican bill restricting stock trades by US Congress members✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    The US Senate has blocked a Republican-led bill that would have restricted stock trading by members of Congress. The measure, which aimed to bar lawmakers from trading individual stocks while in office, failed to advance. Critics long argue such trades create conflicts of interest, and supporters of reform are likely to question why the effort stalled.

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    New Jersey's Congressional Delegation's Week in Washington●D.C. Dispatch: What N.J.’s members of Congress did in Washington this week✉newsWorldUS Politics35 min ago

    The New Jersey Globe reports on the week's activities of New Jersey's members of Congress in Washington, D.C., rounding up their votes, hearings, and legislative work. Such weekly dispatches give constituents a snapshot of how their representatives and senators are spending their time on Capitol Hill and which issues the state's delegation is prioritizing.

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    Athletics rout Senators 10-1 in 1910 MLB game record▼MLB Gameday: Senators 1, Athletics 10 Final Score (05/05/1910)✉newsSportBaseball59 min ago

    A Major League Baseball box score from May 5, 1910 shows the Philadelphia Athletics defeating the Washington Senators 10-1. The century-old final score has drawn fresh attention as readers revisit historic MLB Gameday records, recalling the Athletics' dominant early-season form during the era when the franchise was a powerhouse of the American League.

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    Senators Beat White Sox in 1910 Game Recap Resurfaces▼MLB Gameday: White Sox 1, Senators 5 Final Score (07/25/1910)✉newsSportBaseball9 h ago

    A final score from July 25, 1910 shows the Washington Senators defeating the Chicago White Sox 5-1 in an American League matchup from more than a century ago. The archival result, listed on MLB's official gameday database, highlights the league's complete historical record, including franchises and matchups from the early 1900s that remain searchable today.

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    Senators beat Tigers 6-2 in 1932 game resurfacing▼MLB Gameday: Tigers 2, Senators 6 Final Score (08/27/1932)✉newsSportBaseball7 h ago

    A final score from August 27, 1932, showing the Washington Senators defeating the Detroit Tigers 6-2, has drawn attention on MLB's Gameday archive. The matchup dates to an era when the Senators were a Washington institution before the franchise later became the Texas Rangers. Fans browsing historical box scores have noted how the archive makes decades-old games accessible alongside modern results, reviving interest in Depression-era baseball and the long-gone Washington franchise.

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    WSJ: Trump Has the Right Instincts on AI●Trump Has the Right Instincts on AI https://www.wsj.com/opinion/donald-trump-ai-pact-senate-democrats-data-centers-bb8aeMmastodonTechnologyAI31 d ago

    A Wall Street Journal opinion piece argues that Donald Trump's approach to artificial intelligence is sound, framing his stance against a deal involving Senate Democrats over data centers. The column weighs in on the ongoing political fight in Washington over AI policy, energy-hungry data center buildouts, and the partisan divide over how the technology should be regulated and promoted.

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    A US Senate bill has been introduced aiming to address foreign backing that is fueling Sudan's civil war between the army and the Rapid Support Forces. The legislation signals growing congressional pressure over outside powers' involvement in the conflict, which has caused one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Details of the bill's specific measures and its chances of passage remain limited.

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    Debate No-Shows, Michigan Education Issues and Senate Flips▼Debate No-Shows, MI Education Issues & Senate Flips✉newsLifeEducation11 h ago

    A news roundup covers three stories: candidates skipping debates, education issues in Michigan, and Senate seats flipping between parties. Debate no-shows draw criticism as candidates avoid direct confrontations, while education in Michigan remains a contested campaign topic. Senate seat flips could shift the balance of power in Washington, making control of the chamber a central storyline in the current election cycle.

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    Senator Coons says US will pay for Iran war for years▼US will be paying for Iran war ‘for a long time to come,’ says Senator Chris Coons✉newsWar1 d ago

    Democratic Senator Chris Coons said the United States will be paying for the war with Iran 'for a long time to come,' warning of lasting financial and strategic costs from the conflict. His comments add to a debate in Washington over the price of military action against Iran and its consequences for American interests in the region.

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    Ukraine to hand US a 'wish list' of new Russia sanctions▼Ukraine to present ‘wish list’ for new Russia sanctions under Graham law✉newsWarUkraine1 d ago

    Ukraine is preparing a list of proposed sanctions against Russia to be considered under legislation championed by US Senator Lindsey Graham. The measure, widely covered by US and international outlets, would give Washington a framework for imposing tougher penalties on Moscow as the war continues. Kyiv hopes the wish list will shape which Russian sectors and entities are targeted next.

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    Senate delays vote on permanent ban of Chinese cars▼Senate punts bill to permanently ban Chinese cars until after midterm elections✉newsLifeAutos1 d ago

    The US Senate has postponed action on a bill that would permanently ban Chinese cars from the American market, pushing consideration until after the midterm elections. The delay means the legislation will remain in limbo while voters go to the polls. The proposal has drawn attention amid ongoing concerns in Washington over Chinese technology and competition with domestic automakers, with lawmakers divided on timing and scope.

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    Mississippi Democrats eye a rare Senate upset▼Mississippi Democrats dare to wonder whether Senate seat is in reach✉newsWorldPolitics1 d ago

    Mississippi Democrats are allowing themselves to consider whether a US Senate seat, long considered out of reach in the deep-red state, could actually be won. Reporting by The Washington Post highlights growing optimism within the party as it weighs its chances in an upcoming race, a striking shift for a state where statewide Democratic victories have been rare.

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    College football heats up in the best sports month▼College football picks up during best sports month, plus Senate comedy✉newsSportSports1 d ago

    College football is moving into its busiest stretch of the season, a period many fans consider the best month on the sports calendar. Alongside the on-field action, commentary is touching on lighter moments in the US Senate, pairing sports talk with political humor. The combination of postseason stakes and Washington antics is drawing broad attention.

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    Senator proposes bill to protect workers amid AI boom▼Senator introduces bill to protect workers during AI boom✉newsTechnologyAI1 d ago

    A US senator has introduced legislation aimed at protecting workers as artificial intelligence reshapes the job market. Details of the bill's specific provisions have not yet been widely reported, but the measure comes amid growing concern in Washington about AI-driven job displacement. Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have been weighing how to balance technological innovation with safeguards for employees whose roles could be automated.

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    Senator Young Urges Senate to Pass Stop Insider Trading Act▼Young Urges Senate to Pass Stop Insider Trading Act✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    US Senator Todd Young is pressing the Senate to take up and pass the Stop Insider Trading Act, legislation aimed at restricting members of Congress from trading stocks based on non-public information. The renewed push comes as congressional stock trading remains a contentious issue in Washington, with supporters arguing new rules are needed to restore public trust in lawmakers.

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    Senate adjourns until November as Republicans fear losing majority▼Senate adjourns until November with Republicans fearful of losing majority✉newsWorldElections1 d ago

    The US Senate has adjourned until November, leaving senators to return only for the final stretch before the midterm elections. Republicans leave Washington worried about their prospects, with party members increasingly fearful they could lose their Senate majority. The break sets up an intense final campaign period with control of the chamber at stake.

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    Senators beat Athletics 8-3 in 1942 MLB game resurfacing▼MLB Gameday: Senators 8, Athletics 3 Final Score (09/19/1942)✉newsSportBaseball1 d ago

    A September 19, 1942 MLB box score is drawing attention: the Washington Senators defeated the Philadelphia Athletics 8-3 on that date. The scoreline comes from MLB's Gameday archive, which holds records going back decades. Both franchises have since changed cities, with the Senators now the Minnesota Twins and the Athletics now based in Sacramento, giving the old result fresh nostalgic appeal.

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    Crypto Lobby Shifts Focus to Individual Senators▼Morning Minute: Crypto Gives Up on Congress and Goes After Senators✉newsWorldUS Politics1 d ago

    Crypto interests are reportedly abandoning efforts to move legislation through Congress as a whole and instead targeting individual senators directly, according to a Yahoo Finance morning briefing. The item suggests the industry is changing tactics amid stalled progress on crypto rules in Washington, applying pressure member by member rather than waiting on the broader legislative process.

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    Senators Strike Bipartisan Deal to Speed Up Energy Permitting●Exasperated by Delays, Congress Tries to Speed Up Energy Permitting | Republican and Democratic senators struck a deal tMmastodonEnvironmentClimate21 d ago

    A bipartisan group of Republican and Democratic senators has agreed to hold a vote on the largest overhaul of US federal energy and environmental permitting rules in decades. The deal comes amid growing exasperation in Congress over long delays holding up energy projects. Observers see it as a rare moment of cross-party cooperation on energy policy.

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    Trump's order to combat mosquitoes and ticks draws political jokes●Ahh, removing bloodsuckers (mosquitoes and ticks) by presidential order was always going to generate the inevitable ‘staMmastodonWorldUS Politics191 d ago

    A presidential order targeting mosquitoes and ticks has prompted sardonic political commentary, with critics joking that the 'bloodsuckers' should first be removed from the White House, Senate and Congress. The remarks, shared alongside hashtags like DrainTheSwamp, mock the order as an ironic opportunity to insult Washington politicians, fuelling familiar partisan banter about corruption in the US capital.

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    Senators Reach Construction Permitting Deal Ahead of Elections▼Senators clinch construction permitting deal before election jet-set✉newsWorldElections2 d ago

    A group of US senators has clinched a deal on construction permitting reform, reaching agreement just before lawmakers leave Washington for the election campaign period. The agreement would streamline approval processes for building projects, a long-stalled issue. With congressional time running out before the elections, the timing of the breakthrough is drawing attention to whether the deal can advance further.

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    Senators Defeat Athletics 11-9 in September 1942 MLB Game▼MLB Gameday: Senators 11, Athletics 9 Final Score (09/19/1942)✉newsSportBaseball2 d ago

    MLB's Gameday records show a Washington Senators 11-9 victory over the Philadelphia Athletics in a game played on September 19, 1942. The score comes from the league's historical archive of box scores, covering a wartime season in which both franchises were AL members. Beyond the final score, no further details about the game are given.

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    Senate departs until after midterms with bills stalled▼Senate leaves town until after the midterms as final bills founder✉newsWorldPolitics2 d ago

    The US Senate has left Washington for an extended recess that will last until after November's midterm elections, with final legislation failing to advance before lawmakers went home. The breakdown leaves a range of pending bills unresolved, and members will now campaign while major items remain stuck in the chamber, with action deferred to a post-election session.

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    Senators 2, Tigers 7: A Century-Old MLB Score Resurfaces▼MLB Gameday: Senators 2, Tigers 7 Final Score (08/19/1919)✉newsSportBaseball2 d ago

    MLB.com's Gameday archive lists a final score from August 19, 1919, in which the Detroit Tigers beat the Washington Senators 7-2. The century-old box score, normally buried in the league's historical database, has drawn attention as baseball fans browse classic results and records from the sport's early era.

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    Jon Ossoff says GOP will keep doing exactly what it has been doing●Check out Lawrence: Jon Ossoff says GOP will keep doing exactly what they’ve been doing from The Last Word with LawrenceMmastodonWorldUS Politics31 d ago

    Senator Jon Ossoff appeared on MSNBC's The Last Word with Lawrence O'Donnell, where he argued that Republicans will continue doing exactly what they have been doing. His remarks are being shared among followers of US politics, with some citing the senator's assessment of the GOP's direction as a notable take on the current political standoff in Washington.

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    US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli West Bank violence accountability●US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West Bank By Joseph Gedeon in Washington NMmastodonWorld352 d ago

    The US Senate has blocked a resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence against Americans in the occupied West Bank. Nine US citizens have been killed by Israeli settlers or security forces there since 2022, according to reporting by Joseph Gedeon in Washington. The move means no formal congressional demand for answers will proceed, drawing criticism from those who want the US to press Israel over the deaths.

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    Rick Scott addresses healthcare costs and congressional stock trading ban▼Senator Rick Scott reacts to rising healthcare costs, Congress stock trade ban✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    US Senator Rick Scott is speaking out on two hot-button issues: rising healthcare costs and a proposed ban on stock trading by members of Congress. The Florida Republican weighed in on both topics during a news appearance, arguing for action on affordability while addressing ethics concerns about lawmakers trading individual stocks while in office.

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    Senator Wicker says US should not consult China on Taiwan arms sales●Senator Wicker says US should not consult China on Taiwan arms sales 11:00 Roger Wicker reaffirms Reagan-era pledge afteMmastodonWorld02 d ago

    US Senator Roger Wicker, after meeting Taiwan's representative Alexander Yui Tah-ray, reaffirmed the Reagan-era 'Six Assurances' position that Washington should not consult Beijing before arms sales to Taiwan. The statement pushes back against any suggestion that US weapons transfers need Chinese approval, reinforcing long-standing US policy commitments to Taipei amid ongoing cross-strait tensions.

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    Republican senator blocks resolution criticizing Trump taxpayer-funded ads▼Republican blocks Senate resolution criticizing Trump’s taxpayer-funded ads✉newsWorldPolitics2 d ago

    A Senate Republican has blocked a resolution that would have criticized the Trump administration's spending of public money on advertisements seen as politically motivated. The move stops the chamber from formally condemning the ads, underscoring deep partisan divisions in the Senate. Critics argue taxpayer funds should not be used for political messaging, while Republicans have defended the spending and dismissed the resolution as a political stunt.

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    Protect College Sports Act passes Senate●WholeHogSports Daily Podcast: Protect College Sports Act passes Senate, other news with Brandon Marcello✉newsSportSports2 d ago

    The Protect College Sports Act has passed the Senate, according to WholeHogSports' daily podcast with Brandon Marcello, which also rounds up other college sports news. The legislation concerns governance and athlete-related rules in college athletics, a topic of ongoing debate in Washington and across NCAA member schools. Arkansas-focused fans are following what the bill could mean for athletes and programs.

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    The US Senate has approved legislation transferring more than 1,000 acres of land to the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe in Washington State. The move, reported by the Seattle Daily Journal of Commerce, represents a significant step in tribal land restoration and self-determination, returning territory to the tribe on the Olympic Peninsula.

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    US Senate blocks resolution on Israeli West Bank violence●US Senate blocks resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence in West Bank https://www. theguardian.com/us-MmastodonWorld52 d ago

    The US Senate has blocked a resolution demanding accountability over Israeli violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. The measure, pushed by Democrats, failed after Republicans opposed it. The vote highlights ongoing divisions in Washington over US policy toward Israel, with critics arguing that continued military aid comes without conditions on conduct in the occupied territories.

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    A letter to the editor published by NOLA.com argues that term limits for members of the United States Congress are overdue. The writer adds to a long-running debate in American politics over whether lawmakers should face limits on how long they can serve in the House and Senate. Supporters say limits would reduce careerism and bring fresh voices to Washington, while opponents argue they would weaken institutional experience.

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    Senate Democrats block Husted data center bill as toothless●Senate Democrats block Sen. Husted-led bill on data centers, calling it ‘toothless’✉newsWorldPolitics2 d ago

    Senate Democrats have blocked a bill led by Sen. Jon Husted dealing with data centers, dismissing the legislation as 'toothless'. The move halts the measure's progress in the chamber and underscores partisan disagreement over how Congress should regulate or support the rapidly expanding data center industry. Critics argue the bill lacked meaningful enforcement, while its Republican backers had pitched it as a step toward addressing the sector's growth.

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    Bipartisan Bill Aims to Block Kennedy Center Demolition●Top House, Senate Interior Appropriators Lead Bipartisan Bill to Prevent Demolition of the Kennedy Center✉newsWorldUS Politics2 d ago

    Top House and Senate Interior Appropriations leaders have introduced a bipartisan bill to prevent the demolition of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington. The measure, led by lawmakers who control federal cultural and arts funding, seeks to protect the landmark building from demolition amid renewed controversy over plans for its future.

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    The US Senate has blocked a resolution concerning Israel's human rights practices, according to Turkish outlet Yeni Safak English. The move stops any formal Senate position on the matter. Details on the vote's margin, the resolution's specific provisions, and reactions from senators or human rights groups remain limited, but the decision reflects ongoing divisions in Washington over scrutiny of Israel's conduct.