WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oklahoma Senator Markwayne Mullin was in the hot seat Wednesday morning, answering questions from his fellow Senate colleagues after the President tapped him to be the next Homeland Security Secretary. In a three-hour long hearing, Senator Mullin tries to make the case for why he should be confirmed as the next DHS Secretary.
A string of terror-related attacks across the U.S. is raising new concerns about national security. Those concerns coming as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) remains shut down and as a top counter-terrorism official in the Trump administration resigned abruptly Monday.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Senate began debate on an elections bill that is a top priority for the President. The SAVE America Act would require ID to vote and proof of citizenship to register to vote. The President is urging Republicans to add non-elections related provisions to the measure.
Global energy markets are feeling the impact of a major shipping blockade in the Middle East. Iran’s military has effectively shut down traffic through the Strait of Hormuz — a narrow waterway that carries about twenty percent of the world’s oil supply on a daily basis.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Chairman of the FCC threatened to revoke licenses for news outlets over their coverage of the Iran war. A journalism advocacy organization said the Chairman’s threats are toothless.
In a Congress known for bitter partisan divides, one bipartisan duo is proving that politics doesn’t always have to be ugly. Two senators- different parties, different backgrounds, different looks — but with the same goal, for the same state.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – It’s been about a month since Congress partially shut down the government. They’re unable to reach an agreement on funding for the Department of Homeland Security. Tensions on Capitol Hill are starting to rise and the negotiations seem to be stalled on ICE reforms.
A purported message from Iran’s new supreme leader comes as “Operation Epic Fury” approaches its third week. What is believed to be the new voice at the top of Iran’s power structure is promising retribution as the conflict between Iran, Israel and the U.S. intensifies.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Oil prices jumped even after the US and an international organization announced emergency reserves would be released. The price of oil and gas has been volatile since the US and Israel launched their war on Iran.
The SAVE America Act would require proof of citizenship to register to vote — and photo ID to cast a ballot, even though it is already illegal for noncitizens to vote in federal elections. Supporters say the measure protects the integrity of American elections, but critics warn it could create new barriers for millions of voters.
