US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent urged the Senate to pass the Clarity Act, accusing Democrats of political delays and warning the US risks losing its digital asset leadership without clear regulation. The bill aims to establish a federal framework for crypto markets.
A senior US Democrat, Jamie Raskin, threatens a congressional investigation into Fifa's financial and political ties to Donald Trump and his family, including a $20bn privatization plan involving Jared Kushner's brother, if Democrats win the House in November.
Senate negotiations on the CLARITY Act are stalled over ethics language limiting profits from digital assets for senior officials, including the President and Vice President, with Democrats seeking stronger restrictions to secure their votes.
A new report argues Democrats must prioritize working-class values like economic security, self-reliance, and patriotism to build a winning coalition, rather than catering to social justice priorities favored by college-educated liberals.
The Trump administration acknowledged in court filings that $7.5bn in clean energy grants were terminated based solely on political criteria, targeting Democratic states that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
The 2023 midterm elections pose high stakes for Trump's presidency, as a predicted Democratic House majority could lead to two years of investigations and a potential third impeachment, with Decision Desk HQ forecasting a 224-211 Democratic majority.
Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego announced he will collaborate with Republicans on a counterproposal for the CLARITY Act's ethics provisions, calling the recently released draft "not a serious effort" due to its perceived shortcomings in barring federal officials from digital asset involvement.
Democrats are set to finalize their 2028 presidential nominating schedule, likely moving away from Iowa and New Hampshire to elevate more racially diverse states like South Carolina or Nevada. This overhaul aims to give greater influence to Black and Latino voters, reflecting the party's diverse coalition.
Democratic Senator Ruben Gallego criticized the ethics provisions in the Senate Republicans' proposed CLARITY Act as "not a serious effort," stating they fall short. He announced plans to work with Republican Senator Thom Tillis on a counterproposal to the draft, which aims to bar federal officials, including the President, from issuing or sponsoring digital assets.
Former Barclays CEO Jes Staley denied a friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during a House Oversight Committee hearing, despite past emails calling Epstein 'family.' Staley, who resigned from Barclays over his Epstein ties, faces an industry ban and a shareholder lawsuit, while Barclays and JPMorgan Chase have also faced legal scrutiny regarding Epstein.
The US House approved a non-binding resolution 214-208 to remove forces from Iran hostilities, a symbolic rebuke to President Trump amid intensifying attacks. A Senate attempt failed. Lawmakers cited an 'illegal war' lacking clear mission, while opponents defended the mission.
The White House is pushing back against Senate Democrats' rejection of the latest CLARITY Act draft, citing ethics provisions as a major sticking point. The dispute over crypto market legislation highlights deep divisions among lawmakers, risking delays to broader regulatory reform.
US Democrats, led by Reps. Khanna, Suozzi, and Dingell, introduced a bill to create an Industrial Bank for American Manufacturing. Funded by up to $15bn annually from China tariffs, it aims to revitalize domestic manufacturing, particularly in de-industrialized areas, supporting small and medium-sized businesses.
Senate Democrats, led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, allege IRS chief Frank Bisignano lied to Congress about staffing levels, citing internal reports and news that contradict his testimony. They demand an explanation, warning of potential penalties for false statements.
The House adopted a $95 billion budget for the Iran war and White House priorities, while US-Canada tensions led to a bridge ceremony cancellation. The US continued strikes on Iran, and domestic issues included ICE oversight, a judge questioning transgender troop policy, and a tribe's border wall challenge.
House Republicans passed a $1.1 trillion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and a separate $95 billion budget blueprint before recess, facing significant Democratic opposition due to domestic spending cuts and concerns over escalating U.S.-Iran conflict costs. The House also advanced a bill to ban lawmakers from acquiring new individual stocks.
Congressional Democrats, led by Rep. Jamie Raskin and Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, introduced a bill to close loopholes in the Citizens United Supreme Court decision, aiming to prevent foreign entities from funneling money into U.S. elections by establishing foreign ownership thresholds for corporate contributions.
Wisconsin Democrats urge the state elections commission to allow voters to cast new absentee ballots after candidates dropped out and re-entered the chaotic gubernatorial primary race, potentially invalidating thousands of votes already cast.
Democrats grilled US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during Senate testimony over the Iran war, questioning the effectiveness of President Trump's campaign and a request for $87 billion in additional funding. Hegseth defended the strategy, despite recent US casualties and concerns over Iran's missile capabilities.
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the war in Iran has cost US$37.5 billion, seeking urgent funding from skeptical lawmakers. The unpopular conflict is a key issue ahead of midterm elections.
President Trump has reportedly accepted proposed ethics restrictions for the Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act, a key hurdle in US crypto legislation. This moves the decision to Senate Democrats, who must now review the language and decide if it's sufficient to secure the necessary votes for passage amidst Trump's family's crypto interests.
Arizona holds primaries for governor, U.S. House, and secretary of state, testing voter sentiment in a swing state. Key races include toss-up House districts and the governor's re-election, with Donald Trump's endorsements playing a significant role.
CNN's Harry Enten warns Democrats' current four-point generic ballot lead is insufficient to retake the House, unlike past cycles with 10+ point leads. Despite tough House maps due to gerrymandering, the Senate GOP majority appears vulnerable.
Democratic lawmakers demand answers on ICE agent vetting and training after officer David Brouillette, with a history of mental health issues, fatally shot Colombian national Johan Sebastián Durán Guerrero in Biddeford, Maine. The incident raises questions about DHS hiring practices amid a mass deportation agenda.
