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Seven Republicans join Democrats to limit Trump’s Iran war powers: Who are they?

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The House passed a resolution limiting President Trump's military authority in Iran, with seven Republicans joining Democrats in the vote. (Getty Images via AFP)

Seven House Republicans expressed disapproval of President Donald Trump’s military operations in Iran on Tuesday, aligning with Democratic colleagues to advance a resolution designed to constrain the executive’s authority over military engagement. The House passed a resolution limiting President Trump’s military authority in Iran, with seven Republicans joining Democrats in the vote. (Getty Images via … Read more

Will Trump’s crypto bill become law despite opposition from Democrats and banks?

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Trump-backed crypto bill faces Senate vote amid opposition from Democrats and banks. (AFP)

The Senate is expected to hold a procedural vote on Tuesday on the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, also known as the Clarity Act. The bill is one of the biggest efforts yet to create a clear set of rules for the cryptocurrency industry in the US. Trump-backed crypto bill faces Senate vote amid opposition … Read more

Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting

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Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting

AUSTIN, Texas — Democrats on Saturday approved dueling messages on whether U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement should be abolished or reformed, reflecting sharp opposition to President Donald Trump’s crackdown but revealing disagreement in the party ahead of the midterms. Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting The Democratic National Committee, gathered for … Read more

‘End this war’: Senate Democrats turn up heat on Donald Trump, seek end to ‘unauthorised’ Iran hostilities

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'End this war': Senate Democrats turn up heat on Donald Trump, seek end to 'unauthorised' Iran hostilities

File photo: US President Donald Trump (Picture credit: AP) A group of US Senate Democrats led by Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper has introduced a joint resolution seeking to end what they describe as unauthorised US military involvement against Iran, escalating a congressional challenge to President Donald Trump’s handling of the conflict.The measure, designated SJRes. 211, … Read more

US Democrats eye probes into Trump-linked firms over impeachment if they regain House control: Report

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US Democrats eye probes into Trump-linked firms over impeachment if they regain House control: Report

Democrats plan to use hearings, subpoenas and document requests to investigate Trump-linked businesses, contracts and financial dealings. US House Democrats are reportedly preparing a broad investigative strategy targeting companies, contractors and financial firms linked to President Donald Trump and his administration if they regain control of the House of Representatives in November.Rather than making impeachment … Read more

JD Vance and a terrible, terrible, no good, very bad week

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Hindustan Times News

Who had a worse week, the Democrats or J.D. Vance? Democratic progressives have spent the last week trying to wash out Graham Plattner’s hair after one of his dates accused him of sexual assault. Democrats can only hope voters take action soon. Vice President JD Vance discusses anti-fraud initiatives in Milwaukee on July 8. Meanwhile, … Read more

Democrats accused of refusing to support Irina Zarutska’s mother during Trump’s SOTU speech, ‘most radical moment…’

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Cricket in L1

Democrats accused of refusing to stand as President Donald Trump calls for justice for Ukrainian refugees Irina Zarutska23-year-old man stabbed to death on Charlotte light rail train DeCarlos Brown Jr. last year. The 34-year-old career criminal ambushed Zaruczka on the Bobcats blue line just before 10 p.m. on August 22. As seen in surveillance video. … Read more