Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) is reviving his proposal to reform Social Security before leaving the Senate after the Trump administration projected that the eligibility program would not provide full benefits within seven years. In an interview with CNBC for a story published Tuesday, the Louisiana Republican outlined his “big idea” for the program. His… Source…
Senate Intelligence Vice Chairman Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced a bill Tuesday that would prevent the President from installing an acting Director of National Intelligence (DNI), legislation that focuses on President Trump’s controversial selection to lead the intelligence community. Bill Pulte, who also heads the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), was involved in tapping… Source link
The decline in killings coincides with a pause in law enforcement action against cartel leadership. Source link
President Trump will travel to Pennsylvania Tuesday afternoon to deliver remarks on the economy. The visit to the Mack Trucks facility in McCungie comes as his administration negotiates with Iran and deals with economic headwinds. The Supreme Court issued five opinions Tuesday morning as it looks to clear its case before the summer recess. ……
Secretary of State Marco Rubio is heading to the Middle East on Tuesday for three days of talks with Gulf allies about an initial US deal with Iran and efforts to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Rubio will visit key US allies the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Bahrain… Source link
The biggest force behind non-compliance is not disobedience. This is value. Source link
Bernie Sanders’s socialist ideas are becoming increasingly influential in the Democratic Party, with candidates he endorses winning across the country and progressive policies becoming more popular among Democrats. Source link
In today’s issue: Leftists are battling leftists in New York in a series of divisive Democratic primaries, to be decided Tuesday, that could lead to tensions. While much of Washington has been roiled by Republican infighting all year — within the House, between the House and the Senate, between President Trump and… Source link
There’s a lot to laugh about in Vice President Vance’s current conundrum. He was served a pickle-flavored birthday cake on a chat show because the host said fudge cake would be “too gay”, a pretty good metaphor for the state of Vance’s quest for the presidency. He continues to be served unpleasant food… Source link
Democratic strategist James Carville on Sunday encouraged Trump administration staffers to start leaking details about closed-door deals within the White House in an effort to save their careers. Carville has shared several predictions that President Trump and the Republicans will lose power after the midterm elections, leading to an intense backlash from individuals closely associated…
