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'He Put It Back': Donald Trump Reportedly Called Elon Musk as Public Ukraine Starshield Story Falls Apart

Ukraine reports improved Starshield connections after Trump's reported call to Elon Musk, as questions persist over who authorised the restrictions.

International Business Times UK · Oct 24

Trump’s Russia moves could complicate lame-duck agenda

Lawmakers in both parties are assailing President Donald Trump for a series of decisions this month that critics say ally the U.S. government with the Kremlin amid its ongoing war on Ukraine, now in its fifth year. In the last 10 days, the U.S. government: Zelenskyy has also said Ukraine…

Roll Call · Oct 19

Trump Waives New Russia Sanctions as Rubio Cites 60-Day Review but Executive Order Sets No End Date

President Donald Trump has waived new sanctions and tariffs targeting Russia, prompting criticism from US lawmakers and Ukraine as Moscow continues attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.

International Business Times UK · Oct 19

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US midterm elections 2026: What could change for H-1B & green cards as US' immigration rules face a poll test

The looming US midterm elections are set to play a crucial role in shaping immigration policy, particularly concerning H-1B visas. Various proposals are under consideration that could reshape how employment-based green cards are processed and issued. With lawmakers from both sides offering contrasting changes, the outcome of these elections will…

The Economic Times · Oct 19

Congress Passed Its Most Sweeping Russia Sanctions in Years. Trump Shelved Them Before They Took Effect

Trump signed the Graham Russia sanctions law Sept. 18—then waived all new provisions Oct. 16, two days before the implementation deadline.

Latin Times · Oct 18

Trump Waives Russia Sanctions He Previously Signed Into Law. The Move Has Prompted International And Domestic Backlash.

The president signed an executive order on Friday night pausing the implementation of sanctions prescribed by the "Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026."

International Business Times · Oct 17

Slick diplomacy: Trump’s crude u-turn on Russia sanctions bails out India

Donald Trump issued an executive order reversing sanctions that could have impacted India's oil purchases from Russia. The sanctions were initially implemented due to India's reliance on Russian oil, but the economic situation prompted a change. Trump's decision reflects a shift towards prioritizing affordable energy for American consumers. Indian officials…

The Times of India · Oct 17

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Republicans can confirm a Supreme Court justice if Democrats take the Senate, but at what cost?

Democrats are gaining momentum in their bid to retake the Senate in November. This has led Republicans to prepare for the possibility that a conservative Supreme Court justice might announce their retirement before the new Congress is sworn in on Jan. 3, 2027.

The Conversation · Oct 14

Bipartisan chorus to Trump: Undo Russian diesel deal

A dozen senators from both parties bluntly told President Donald Trump in a letter Tuesday to reverse a deal he announced last week to allow U.S. purchases of Russian diesel fuel. The proposed waiver of U.S. energy sanctions on Russia would permit the purchase of several hundred thousand tons of the…

Roll Call · Oct 13

Trump is rolling back protections that kept away ‘junk’ fees when you fly. Here are the other changes

The DOT is also changing a Biden-era policy that protects travelers from losing money on flight delays and cancellations

The Independent UK · Oct 12

Trump strikes deal with Putin to get diesel in sharp reversal of US policy weeks before midterms

US President Donald Trump revealed a new deal with Russia for diesel imports expected to alleviate high fuel prices. This announcement diverges from recent sanctions aimed at reducing Russian oil revenues due to escalating conflict in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticized the agreement, viewing it as detrimental to both…

The Economic Times · Oct 9

Targeting Trump: how Democrats plan to investigate the president if they win Congress

Control of Congress after the 2026 midterm elections would give Democrats power to subpoena documents and testimony

The Guardian - US · Oct 9

Senate Democrats are fighting to get back the majority, and they have plans for Trump’s Supreme Court: ‘Got to do exactly what McConnell did to us’

Schumer wants to keep ‘MAGA justices’ off the Supreme Court

We Got This Covered · Oct 6

Kash Patel and Alexis Wilkins Announce Engagement as FBI Director Faces Mounting Scrutiny Over His Leadership

FBI Director Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins have announced their engagement, as Patel continues to face scrutiny over his leadership and the bureau's operations.

International Business Times UK · Oct 5

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Roll Call · Oct 1

Senators debate liability for ‘rogue’ AI agents

In a stance that puts him at odds with much of his party and the White House, Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., used a Senate hearing on Wednesday to call for new artificial intelligence regulations, including through his own upcoming legislation that would clarify liability for “rogue” AI hacking incidents. At…

International Business Times UK · Sep 29

Democrats Plan Trump Family Business Probes If They Win Congress

Democrats are considering congressional investigations into Trump family business dealings if they win control of the House or Senate, but no targets or wrongdoing have been established.

Roll Call · Sep 28

Senate laterals college sports bill to House, but forward progress uncertain

The Senate on Monday approved sweeping bipartisan legislation to create the first federal framework governing college athletics amid an era of transfer chaos, skyrocketing costs and the growth of name, image and likeness. The final tally was 77-22, a rare bipartisan outcome on a major piece of legislation during a…

The Economic Times · Sep 28

Democrats to probe lucrative Trump family business deals if they win midterms

Democrats are preparing to investigate Trump family business deals, corporate donors and companies tied to the administration if they win control of either chamber of Congress in the midterms. Control of the House or Senate would give them subpoena power, potentially opening probes into crypto ventures, defence-linked investments, political donations…

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The Guardian - US · Sep 24

Trump administration faces fresh scrutiny after DoJ drops bribery case against Indian billionaire

Warren and Blumenthal raise concerns about case against Gautam Adani, who promised to invest $10bn in US

Roll Call · Sep 22

Not a ‘toaster’: GOP senator urges Judiciary panel to probe Don Jr. wedding party

At least one Senate Republican is calling for an investigation of wedding after-party celebrations for President Donald Trump’s eldest son, which were financed by a Russian businessman with ties to the Kremlin. The topic created waves on Capitol Hill on Tuesday thanks to a letter sent by Sen. John Curtis,…

International Business Times UK · Sep 21

'He Was Going to Be the First Crypto President': US Veteran Says He Lost $70K After Buying Trump Coins

Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal says Trump-linked meme coins caused $3.8B in losses, citing a veteran who lost $70,000 on $TRUMP and $MELANIA.

Euronews · Sep 19

Trump signs into law sweeping Russia sanctions package aiming to choke off revenues funding the war in Ukraine

The bill received widespread opposition from Democrat lawmakers, who favoured tougher sanctions on Russia, but opposed provisions in the draft which would enable Trump to impose tariffs freely on nations that continue to buy large amounts of Russian energy.

The Independent UK · Sep 18

Postmaster General breaks silence on Trump’s failed mail voting crackdown

Trump’s efforts to largely eradicate mail voting turned the postal service into an unlikely arbiter of who is eligible to vote

International Business Times · Sep 17

Congress Passes Economic Sanctions Against Russia. Critics Say It Will Broaden Trump Tariff Powers.

Democratic Connecticut Senator Richard Blumenthal cosponsored the bill and said that it had "scorching sanctions."

International Business Times · Sep 17

Democratic Senator Issues Dire Warning About AI: 'We Are on the Verge of Losing Control'

Richard Blumenthal said that new artificial intelligence products should undergo some form of "objective review" before reaching consumers.

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