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Intelligence chiefs repeatedly stated that defining an "imminent threat" is the President's sole responsibility during a recent war hearing. Lawmakers pressed for evidence justifying military actions, but officials deferred, raising questions about accountability and transparency in war decisions.
The U.S. Department of Justice is facing congressional pressure over the handling of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents, with allegations of excessive redactions and hidden files. Attorney General Pam Bondi has been subpoenaed to testify under oath amid bipartisan calls for transparency.
The U.S. Constitution grants Congress the power to declare war, a right last exercised in 1941. However, a history of presidential actions and broad congressional authorizations has shifted war-making authority towards the executive branch. Current debates highlight the ongoing struggle to reassert congressional oversight in military engagements.
Democratic senators are challenging the president's unchecked power to wage war, highlighting concerns over executive overreach. They aim to reassert Congress's constitutional role in decisions about military action, emphasizing the importance of veteran voices in this critical debate.
Intelligence officials, including Tulsi Gabbard, faced intense questioning over the justification for potential military action against Iran. Concerns arose as officials repeatedly deferred answers and a key paragraph was omitted from prepared remarks, seemingly to align with the President's narrative of an imminent threat.
TSA workers are facing immense financial strain due to not being paid, leading to warnings of systemic breakdown in the aviation sector. Airline executives and industry leaders are urging Congress to act swiftly, highlighting the unfairness and potential security risks.
Former President Donald Trump revealed Congressman Neal Dunn's terminal heart condition diagnosis, stating he "would be dead by June." The disclosure, made during a policy discussion, has drawn criticism for revealing private medical information, though Dunn is reportedly now showing significant improvement.
Airlines are demanding Congress end the partial government shutdown as TSA workers miss paychecks and airports nationwide grapple with severe travel delays. Passengers are facing 'crazy' lines and stress, while the airline industry warns of potential chaos during a record-breaking spring travel season.
A U.S. Congresswoman warns that the ongoing war in Iran presents a "massive windfall" for Vladimir Putin and poses direct threats to the American homeland. Citing a lack of clear objectives and an undefined endgame, she criticizes the unilateral decision to engage in conflict without proper congressional authorization or public explanation.
A prison guard on duty when Jeffrey Epstein died is set to testify before the House Oversight Committee. The testimony is expected to shed light on security protocols and potential lapses at the Metropolitan Correctional Center in August 2019.
