Mike Johnson and the troubled history of recent Republican speakers
Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, expected to resume duties without facing immediate ousting motion despite previous threats by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. [ more ]
Some Badly Needed Clarifications About That "TikTok Ban" Biden Signed
The $95 billion aid package includes the important Protecting Americans From Foreign Adversary Controlled Applications Act, often referred to as the 'TikTok ban.' [ more ]
Middle East Crisis: Israel Welcomes Senate Passage of Aid Bill
The U.S. Senate approved an aid package including $26.4 billion for Israel and conflict zone civilians, despite strained relationships over Israel's tactics. [ more ]
Speaker Mike Johnson plans to advance a $95 billion aid package for Israel, Ukraine, and other allies, facing resistance from his own party while navigating a complex legislative path. [ more ]
E.U. support for Ukraine at risk as Hungary's Orban looms over summit
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is threatening to block Ukraine's accession talks with the European Union and a $50 billion aid package unless he gets his way.
The European Union leaders are trying to find a solution to secure Hungarian support without completely surrendering to Hungarian demands. [ more ]