- Sep 26
Trump administration moves to cancel $810 million in approved federal spending
The White House notified Congress on Friday that it plans to unilaterally withhold over $800 million in enacted spending on immigration, health research, and education programs just five days before the fiscal year ends.
- Sep 25
Senate defeats resolution to halt Iran military campaign in 49-50 vote
The US Senate narrowly voted against a House-passed measure seeking to end President Donald Trump's military campaign in Iran, as four Republicans crossed party lines.
- Sep 24
FDA nominee Heidi Overton defends vaccine safety and faces scrutiny over abortion pill in Senate hearing
Dr. Heidi Overton told the Senate health panel that FDA-approved vaccines and mifepristone remain safe and effective, as the Senate Finance Committee advanced Chris Klomp for deputy health secretary.
- Aug 8
US Senate passes stopgap funding bill 90-6 to avert shutdown, blocking Trump's grant and border priorities
The US Senate voted 90-6 on Saturday to fund the government through December 11, blocking several Trump administration priorities and setting up a December standoff with the House over federal grants.
- Jul 30
US releases $600 million for Gavi vaccines after mercury-free pledge, cuts WHO from alliance funding
The Trump administration released $600 million in congressionally appropriated funds for Gavi, the global vaccine alliance, after the group agreed to transition away from mercury-containing vaccines. The US also barred the World Health Organization from receiving any of the money.
- Jul 26
Maine Democrats select Troy Jackson as Senate nominee after Graham Platner withdraws amid assault allegation
Former state Senate president Troy Jackson secured the Democratic nomination at a hastily organized convention in Bangor, clearing the field after a string of rivals dropped out.
- Jul 23
House passes symbolic Iran war powers resolution 214-208; Senate blocks its own measure 49-47
The Republican-led House backed a resolution directing Trump to halt military action against Iran without Congress' approval, but the Senate voted 49-47 to block its own measure hours later.
- Jul 6
Maine Democrats scramble to pick new Senate nominee after Platner withdraws amid rape allegation
The party faces a July 27 state deadline, with a convention set for July 25 in Bangor and a crowded field of contenders emerging, including former state Senate president Troy Jackson and Secretary of State Shenna Bellows.
