- 39m ago
Senate advances bipartisan energy permitting overhaul with 73-25 procedural vote
The bill would speed federal approvals for pipelines, power lines and other major energy projects. Tribal groups, environmental organizations and some Democrats still object to parts of it.
- Oct 26
US lawmakers warn banks that importing Russian diesel under Trump deal may be illegal
Seven US lawmakers sent letters dated Saturday, 24 October, to six large banks and four port authorities, warning that importing Russian diesel under the Trump-Putin arrangement could expose firms to criminal and civil liability. The letters were made public on Monday, 26 October.
- Oct 18
No Kings rallies across the US push early voting before 3 November midterms
More than 3,000 No Kings events were held across the United States on Saturday, 17 October, to push people to vote early. The rallies came as the Trump administration pressed a legal fight over mail ballots in California.
- Sep 30
US senators reach bipartisan deal on 417-page bill to accelerate energy project permits
Key Senate committee leaders agreed on a 417-page proposal to accelerate federal approvals for electricity grids, pipelines, and renewables, scheduling a floor vote after the November midterms.
