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This week: Iran war powers and expulsion talk

As Congress returns from recess, Democrats in both the House and Senate plan to force votes regarding the U.S. military’s campaign against Iran this week, just as President Donald Trump is announcing a new naval blockade amid a two-week ceasefire. “Upon our return, we will force another vote on the…

Roll Call

Iran hawk Lindsey Graham deflects when asked by Fox News host if war will cost GOP the midterms

The South Carolina senator has been one of the biggest champions of the US military operations in the Middle East

The Independent UK

Lindsey Graham Says the President Can Start a War, but Only Congress Can End It

The feeling is perfectly consistent: Graham feels it should be as easy as possible for the U.S. to start a war, and as hard as possible to end one.

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Success or surrender? Iran ceasefire exposes rift in Trump’s Maga movement

Loyalists rush to defend president for ‘outsmarting the critics’ but others decry deal as ‘a negative for our country’

The Guardian - US

Lindsey Graham Shows Cracks in His Support to Trump Over Iran War Strategy, Raising GOP Tensions

Sen. Lindsey Graham, one of President Donald Trump's most reliable Republican allies, is showing signs of a rare public break after sharply criticizing the administration's posture on a potential conflict with Iran, a shift that is raising eyebrows across Washington.

Latin Times

Lindsey Graham Backed Trump Starting Iran War Without Congress—Now Says Ending It Needs a Vote

Lindsey Graham is urging Congress to vote on any Iranian plan to end the US‑Israel war against Iran, despite previously arguing that Donald Trump did not need lawmakers' approval to launch military action.

International Business Times UK

Iran ceasefire clouded by confusion, contradictions

Is the strait open? It depends who you ask.

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Former Gov. of New Jersey slams current GOP: ‘There are no principles left in my party’

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie criticized the current Republican Party. In a conference at the Institute of Politics Harvard Kennedy School, Christie denounced his party mates as a bunch of “lemmings.”

The Mary Sue

Lindsey Graham says US is so close to strategic victory: 'Either via diplomacy or military action'

Senator Lindsey Graham, who has been supporting Donald Trump's Iran war, said Monday that the US is very close to achieving a strategic victory. Congratulating the president's negotiating team, the South Carolina senator said President Trump is "right to blow up their crucial infrastructure" so that Iran can't go back…

The Times of India

Ro Khanna: Congress Has Surrendered on War

The California congressman discusses the Iran war, unchecked executive power, California’s wealth tax debate, and the search for a shared American identity.

Reason

Trump threatens Iran with "hell" if Hormuz strait isn't open in 48 hours

Iran has accused the U.S. of planning to commit war crimes.

Axios

Republican leaders agree to advance funding deal to end DHS shutdown

Measure that would fund homeland security but exclude money for ICE could conclude lengthy funding lapse

The Guardian - US

Ted Cruz spotted on vacation amid government shutdown that has left fliers stranded

Cruz was seen waiting to board a flight at Fort Lauderdale airport in South Florida

The Independent UK

TMZ tracks US lawmakers vacationing amid the partial government shutdown

Tabloid outlet has covered Republicans and Democrats relaxing at places such as Disney World as shutdown drags on

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The Mary Sue

Lindsey Graham’s Sad and Pathetic Disney Trip Is the Talk of the Town

Senator Lindsey Graham has been busy living it up at Walt Disney World for Spring Break while the government shutdown rolls on. TMZ reported that they spoke to the lawmaker after seeing him on Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom.

The Independent UK

Lindsey Graham finds unlikely judgment from fellow republican over Disney World trip

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The Independent UK

Meghan McCain calls out family friend Lindsey Graham over Disney World getaway

Graham was pictured walking through Magic Kingdom with a bubble wand over the weekend

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Graham Shows Support for Trump's Negotiations With Iran as Disney World Vacation Ends

Lindsey Graham seems to be back at work following his recent trip to Disney World. The senator just expressed his support for Trump amid the POTUS's ongoing peace talks with Iran.

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The Independent UK

Lindsey Graham seen holding Disney-themed bubble wand despite claiming theme park visit was during business trip

Other lawmakers, including Democrat Robert Garcia, were seen on trips outside of their home states as well

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Graham 'Caught Enjoying Disney World — Bubble Wand In Hand — As Government Shutdown Drags On'

Lindsey Graham defends brief Disney World visit during US government shutdown as backlash grows over timing, optics, and ongoing budget deadlock.

International Business Times UK

Senator Lindsey Graham Spotted at Disney During Government Shutdown as TSA and Federal Workers Go Unpaid

The controversy over Senator Lindsey Graham's Disney World visit during a government shutdown, as TSA workers struggle without pay. Explore the growing disconnect between lawmakers and federal employees.

Roll Call

Budget reconciliation bill to target ‘fraud’ in means-tested programs, chairman says

House Budget Chairman Jodey C. Arrington offered details on what a budget reconciliation bill could look like Friday, outlining an agenda that includes targeting fraud in the earned income tax credit program and finding savings in other means-tested benefit programs. Arrington, R-Texas, and Senate Budget Chairman Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., have…

International Business Times UK

Lindsey Graham Caught On Disney World Vacation As Government Shutdown Ruins Travel Plans

South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham was caught vacationing at Disney World during the ongoing DHS and TSA government shutdown, sparking outrage among stranded travellers facing chaos.

The Guardian - US

Once a foe, Lindsey Graham is now Trump’s biggest Iran war booster: ‘The most pro-war Republican out there’

South Carolina senator has reconciled with the man he once called a ‘jackass’ and a ‘bigot’, and is pushing him to expand the war

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