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Right-wing politics
fromIntelligencer
2 hours ago

The Risky Politics of Trump's New War With Iran

American public opinion on Trump's military strikes against Iran remains divided, with Republicans more supportive than Democrats, though many Americans lack clear understanding of war objectives.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

Trump allies defend US-Israel strikes on Iran as Democrats call it a war of choice'

Trump administration allies defended Israel-US strikes on Iran as justified, while Democrats argued the strikes constituted an unauthorized war of choice requiring congressional approval and questioned the strategic consequences.
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fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Kamala Harris calls Donald Trump's Iran strikes 'recklessness dressed as resolve', dragging U.S. into war

fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago
Miscellaneous

Kamala Harris calls Donald Trump's Iran strikes 'recklessness dressed as resolve', dragging U.S. into war

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US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

I'm Just Damn Furious': Military Vet Jason Crow Slams Trump For Risking American Kids' Lives

Rep. Jason Crow criticizes Trump for risking American military lives in potential Iran conflict while being a draft dodger who sends working-class soldiers to fight and die.
Left-wing politics
fromConsequence
1 day ago

Jack White on Trump's Bombing of Iran: "Behold the Leader of the Board of Peace"

Trump launched a military campaign against Iran without Congressional approval, prompting criticism from Jack White over the contradiction with Trump's peace rhetoric.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago

Retired Space Force colonel warns Trump's Iran strikes are 'reckless adventurism and distraction'

President Trump announced major combat operations against Iran without Congressional approval, while retired Space Force Col. Bree Fram criticized the escalation as isolating America from allies and driven by Trump's temperament.
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Calmes: Trump's address to Congress trumpets how he usurps Congress

Congress must reclaim constitutional powers delegated to Trump, including spending authority, appointments, and war powers, to restore the separation of powers.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Don Bacon Predicts Congress Votes Down Trump's New 10% Tariff, Compares President to Hoover

The Supreme Court ruled that Congress holds tariff authority, requiring congressional approval for broad presidential tariffs.
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US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Nancy Pelosi predicts Democrats will retake US House in 2026 midterms

Democrats are forecast to retake the US House majority in 2026 and reclaim congressional powers that Republicans purportedly ceded to President Trump.
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US politics
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

The Kennedy Center starts work to add Trump's name onto the building

The Kennedy Center began adding Donald Trump's name after its board voted to rename the venue, prompting critics who say only Congress can change it.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Fox Anchor Throws Down With Democrat Over His PSA Warning Troops Not to Follow Illegal Orders'

Democratic veteran lawmakers urged service members to refuse illegal orders, prompting a heated Fox News exchange over war powers and congressional authority to deploy troops.
fromAxios
4 months ago

Graham predicts Trump's war on "narco-terrorists" will expand to land strikes

Driving the news: Graham said on CBS News' "Face the Nation" that he thinks Trump has decided "it's time for" Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro "to go," calling land strikes a "real possibility." Worth noting: The White House did not immediately respond to Axios' request to confirm whether such a briefing has been scheduled. Trump last week said his administration would "probably go back to Congress and explain exactly what we are doing" before launching land strikes, but added, "we don't have to do that."
US politics
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US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 months ago

Trump's tariffs ruled illegal: Will this end US trade war?

A federal court has ruled that Trump exceeded his authority by imposing tariffs unilaterally, highlighting the need for congressional approval.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 months ago

Trump's tariffs ruled illegal: Will this end US trade war?

A federal court has ruled that Trump exceeded his authority by imposing tariffs unilaterally, highlighting the need for congressional approval.
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US politics
fromwww.dw.com
6 months ago

Trump cuts billions more in approved US foreign aid DW 08/30/2025

President Trump cancelled $4.9 billion in congressionally approved foreign aid using a rarely used pocket rescission and said he would "put AMERICA FIRST!"
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US politics
fromWIRED
8 months ago

No One Is in Charge at the US Copyright Office

The President lacks authority to appoint the Register of Copyrights, leading to instability at the Copyright Office.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Democratic senator proposes curbing Trump's war powers amid Israel-Iran conflict

Congress aims to limit US military action against Iran amid escalating Israel-Iran tensions.
Senator Kaine's resolution seeks to assert legislative authority over military engagement.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

JUST IN: NPR, Public Radio Stations Sue Trump Over Defunding: Clear Violation of the Constitution'

NPR and Colorado public radio stations have sued Trump over public funding cuts, claiming violation of Congress's authority.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

A federal judge further halts Trump's radical transformation of government

A federal judge has paused Trump's federal government overhaul due to lack of authority without Congressional approval.
US news
fromBrooklyn Eagle
9 months ago

Federal judge blocks layoffs and dismantling of U.S. Education Dept.

A federal judge blocked mass layoffs and dismantling of the U.S. Department of Education, emphasizing Congress's funding authority.
San Francisco Giants
fromwww.mercurynews.com
9 months ago

Judge pauses much of Trump administration's massive downsizing of federal agencies

A California judge mandated the Trump administration to cease major federal workforce downsizing, highlighting the need for Congressional approval.
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