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The U.S. Supreme Court is set to issue consequential rulings on key parts of President Trump's agenda, including cases on birthright citizenship and presidential control of independent agencies. The conservative-majority court has already struck down Trump's worldwide tariffs and weakened the Voting Rights Act, drawing criticism of partisan decision-making.
The Senate voted 50-49 along party lines on Thursday to advance the Republican reconciliation bill, rejecting a Democratic attempt to strip a $1.8 billion DOJ payout fund from the legislation. The bill expands tax breaks and adds to the federal deficit, drawing criticism from budget watchdogs.
The US House of Representatives passed a war powers resolution to halt hostilities with Iran, with four Republicans joining Democrats in a 215-208 vote that rebuked President Donald Trump. Lawmakers cited the escalating economic toll and the lack of congressional authorization for the conflict. The White House signaled Trump would veto the measure.
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a Ukraine aid bill, marking the second time in a week that Republicans broke with President Trump's foreign policy. The bipartisan vote sends additional military and economic assistance to Kyiv. Meanwhile, former Trump adviser John Bolton agreed to plead guilty to retaining national security information, and cracks continue to emerge in GOP support for Trump's agenda.
The US House of Representatives passed a bipartisan resolution seeking to limit President Trump's ability to expand military action against Iran. Trump called the vote "unpatriotic" and vowed to veto any binding legislation. The measure is largely symbolic but signals growing unease in Congress over the administration's Iran strategy.
The Trump administration has appeared to retreat from its proposed $1.8 billion fund to fight 'weaponization' of government after facing unusual opposition from Republican lawmakers. Sen. Chuck Schumer outlined a Democratic plan to force Republican votes on the fund, which critics said would politicize law enforcement and intelligence agencies. The reversal marks a rare instance of the administration bending to congressional pressure from its own party.
California's newly redrawn congressional map is reshaping the battle for control of the US House ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The map, drawn by the state's independent redistricting commission, shifts several districts in the Central Valley and Southern California. Democrats are expected to hold at least 40 of the state's 52 seats, but Republicans see pickup opportunities in swing districts. The map is one of several redistricting battles playing out across the country as both parties jockey for advantage.
Florida lawmakers approved new congressional voting maps designed to favor Republicans in upcoming elections. The redistricting plan, signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, has drawn protests from Democrats who argue it dilutes minority voting power. The maps are expected to reshape several competitive House districts ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
President Trump's announcement of a 'largely negotiated' Iran deal has drawn mixed reactions in Washington. Congressional leaders from both parties demand to see the full terms before supporting any agreement. The deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz but critics say it gives too many concessions to Tehran. Key Republican senators have called for a full Senate vote on any final agreement.
President Donald Trump stated he feels no political pressure to finalize an Iran peace deal, even as negotiators present a tentative 60-day ceasefire extension. The administration is balancing hawkish advisors against public war fatigue. Trump's decision on the deal could define his foreign policy legacy and shape the 2026 midterm elections.