Lee Zeldin, Trump’s EPA pick, promises to reduce regulations while ensuring environmental protection during his Senate hearing. Lee Zeldin Vows to Cut Regulations While Protecting Health and Environment Suffolk County: Lee Zeldin, the nominee for EPA Administrator, made some bold promises during his Senate confirmation hearing. He said he wants to cut back on federal…
Senators questioned the attorney general nominee about her loyalty to Trump and potential pardons for Jan. 6 defendants during her confirmation hearing. U.S. Attorney General Nominee Faces Questions on Trump and Jan. 6 Pardons Washington: So, Pamela Jo Bondi, the former Florida Attorney General, is on track to become the U.S. Attorney General. During her…
Scott Bessent warns of a massive tax increase if Congress doesn’t back Trump’s plans US Faces Historic $4T Tax Hike Without Support for Trump’s Agenda Washington: So, Scott Bessent, the Treasury Secretary nominee, is sounding the alarm. He says if Congress doesn’t get behind Trump’s economic plans, we could be looking at a staggering $4…
Maryland’s Juvenile Services Secretary faced tough questions from a Senate panel about agency performance and youth crime recidivism Senate Committee Questions Juvenile Services Secretary on Agency’s Issues Annapolis: Juvenile Services Secretary Vincent Schiraldi had a tough day in front of the Senate Judicial Proceedings Committee. They grilled him about a report that raised serious concerns…
Sen. John Curtis has announced his support for Pete Hegseth as Defense Secretary after careful consideration of his qualifications and past controversies. Sen. John Curtis Decides to Support Pete Hegseth for Defense Secretary Salt Lake City: So, Sen. John Curtis has finally made up his mind about Pete Hegseth. He’s backing him for the Defense…
Russ Vought, Trump’s nominee, asserts the president can legally withhold funds approved by Congress, raising bipartisan concerns. Trump’s Budget Chief Nominee Claims President Can Withhold Congress Funds Washington: So, there’s this big deal happening with Russ Vought, who’s been nominated by Trump to head the Office of Management and Budget. He had a hearing recently,…
Trump’s Cabinet nominees are moving closer to confirmation despite facing scrutiny and opposition from Democrats Trump’s Cabinet Picks Gaining Momentum for Confirmation Amid Controversy Washington: So, it looks like Trump’s Cabinet is starting to take shape. One by one, his picks are getting closer to confirmation. Just a few weeks ago, Pete Hegseth’s nomination was…
John Ratcliffe promises to remove biases at the CIA and prioritize threats from China during his Senate confirmation hearing. John Ratcliffe, Trump’s CIA Pick, Aims to Eliminate Bias and Focus on China Austin: During his Senate confirmation hearing, John Ratcliffe, the CIA Director-designate, made some bold promises. He said he would cut out any political…
Chris Hayes discusses the GOP’s hypocrisy in appointing unqualified candidates while criticizing diversity initiatives Chris Hayes: GOP Attacks DEI While Appointing Unqualified Trump Allies Washington: So, Chris Hayes recently tackled a pretty wild topic on his show. He pointed out how the GOP is all fired up against DEI—diversity, equity, and inclusion—while they’re busy trying…
Pete Hegseth’s confirmation hearing for Defense Secretary has sparked heated debates and letters from supporters and critics alike Pete Hegseth Faces Senate Confirmation Hearing Amid Controversy and Letters Terre Haute: The Senate confirmation hearing for Pete Hegseth has stirred up quite a bit of drama. Some folks are really backing him, while others are throwing…
