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Congress hasn’t officially declared war since 1942. Presidents launched these 11 military operations anyway.
Presidents have repeatedly ordered military operations without Congress since WWII. In some instances, lawmakers have checked the president’s power in response.
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Fisa spy powers almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act – US politics live
Law due to expire at midnight tonight following unhappiness over Trump’s pick for intelligence chief …
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US Senate committee backs $750 million in Ukraine aid in 2027 defense budget
The bill also bars the use of funds for actions recognizing Russia’s sovereignty over Ukrainian territory and mandates the provision of intelligence to Ukraine in support of its military operations.
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Congress Scrambles on FISA as Pulte Appointment Sparks Revolt
One week ago, Congress was sailing toward relatively easy passage of a bill to reauthorize Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act, which authorizes intelligence agencies to spy on …
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Congress hasn’t officially declared war since 1942. Here are 11 military operations presidents launched anyway.
On many occasions in US history, presidents have ordered large-scale military operations without congressional approval.
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Democratic group launches ad campaign to help flip control of Congress in midterm elections
A Democratic group that previously focused on presidential races is wading into the midterms by targeting more than a dozen House and Senate contests, …
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Trump’s experiencing Republican resistance from Congress as midterm pressures build
Trump’s next significant challenge is likely to be his anticipated nomination of his former attorney, Todd Blanche, as permanent US attorney general …
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US Senate passes $70 billion in new funds for ICE and Border Patrol: Key details here
The US Senate voted 52-47 to approve the legislation, with no support from Democrats and no provision to ban a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund.
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Senate Passes $70 Billion ICE and Border Patrol Funding Bill
The US Senate has passed a $70 billion bill to fund President Donald Trump‘s Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Border Patrol. The bill was approved in a 52–47 Senate vote, with no …
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Senate Passes $70 Billion G.O.P. Immigration Bill
The vote on Democrats’ proposal, which would have sent the G.O.P. immigration bill back to committee, kicked off a marathon of votes that stretched all day and overnight.