Tag: US Senate
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Senate Votes to End Trump’s Global Tariffs on 100+ Countries
Overview: A Bipartisan Move to End Reciprocal Tariffs The U.S. Senate scored a notable political shift on Thursday by voting 51-47 to nullify former President Donald Trump’s so-called “reciprocal” tariffs that covered more than 100 countries. In a move that drew votes from both parties, four Republicans joined all Democrats in supporting a resolution to…
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US Senate Fails to End Budget Stalemate: Analysis
Overview: A renewed failure to resolve the budget stalemate The United States Senate once again failed to advance a comprehensive funding package, marking another setback in the long-running budget stalemate that has gripped Washington for weeks or months depending on perspective. A key vote on a broad appropriations package collapsed after a handful of lawmakers…
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US Senate Pushes for Russia’s Designation as Terror Sponsor
Introduction The discussion surrounding Russia’s designation as a state sponsor of terrorism has gained significant traction in the United States Senate. This renewed push comes amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine, with a specific focus on actions taken by the Russian government, particularly concerning the abduction of Ukrainian children. Background In recent months, bipartisan support has…
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US Senate Revives Push to Designate Russia as State Sponsor of Terrorism
Introduction The discussions in the United States Senate on designating Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism are becoming increasingly vigorous. This move is being fueled by rising bipartisan support among senators advocating for robust sanctions against Russia, particularly in light of recent accusations regarding the abduction of Ukrainian children. Background on the Issue The…
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Nadine Menendez Sentenced to 4.5 Years in Prison
Nadine Menendez Sentenced for Bribery Scheme The legal troubles of former US Senator Robert Menendez have taken a new turn with the sentencing of his wife, Nadine Menendez. On [insert date], Nadine was sentenced to four and a half years in prison after being convicted of aiding her husband in a complex corruption scheme. This…