We have an update on the Senate's version of what has been dubbed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. It involves a clause that would withdraw all federal funding to organizations like Planned Parenthood that perform abortions. The abortion provider provision is part of the Medicaid segment of the bill, which has been recently made public by Senate Finance Committee Chair Mike … [Read more...] about Federal Funding at Stake for Abortion Providers
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Schumer Takes Aim at Blue-State GOP Over SALT Tax Break Dispute
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, a Democrat from New York, has swiftly criticized Republicans from his state, California, and New Jersey for their agreement to raise the State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction. This deduction, originally capped at $10,000, will now see an increase to $40,000 per annum. This cap was first implemented in 2017, under the Trump administration's … [Read more...] about Schumer Takes Aim at Blue-State GOP Over SALT Tax Break Dispute
Senate Passes the ‘No Tax on Tips’ Bill
The Senate, in a display of bipartisanship, has unanimously voted to approve the 'No Tax on Tips Act', a key promise in President Trump's campaign. This legislation aims to remove taxes on tips, a significant source of income for many service industry workers. This legislation was first proposed by President Trump during his campaign, where it sparked substantial attention. … [Read more...] about Senate Passes the ‘No Tax on Tips’ Bill
Senate Approves $895B Defense Bill, But Some Dems Hold Back Over Trans Inclusion Controversy
The United States Senate voted on Thursday to pass the National Defense Authorization Act after the House had passed it last week by a vote of 281 to 140. The bill's passage in the Upper Chamber was not without grudging opposition from progressive Democrats… thanks to an added transgender poison pill by GOP House leadership: The Senate voted 85-14 in favor of the National … [Read more...] about Senate Approves $895B Defense Bill, But Some Dems Hold Back Over Trans Inclusion Controversy
Sen. Kennedy Sharpshooter: Brilliantly Cuts Down Dem Witness at Climate Hearing
John Kennedy (R) is the only senator who has a talent for asking questions about Democratic witnesses or Biden nominees. He is a master at pointing out the contradictions or problems in their statements, usually in a humorous way. The Senate Budget Committee heard testimony on the "climate-driven insurance crisis" Wednesday. Sen. Kennedy interrogated Dr. Benjamin Keys who is … [Read more...] about Sen. Kennedy Sharpshooter: Brilliantly Cuts Down Dem Witness at Climate Hearing
