House Democrats seek to force vote on Trump's narco-boat strikes

Interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan suggested that the Biden-appointed judge overseeing the criminal case against former FBI Director James Comey violated judicial conduct rules by questioning if she was a 'puppet' of President Trump.

House Democrats are urging Speaker Mike Johnson to hold a vote on the Affordable Care Act (ACA) as the government has reopened and the deadline for ObamaCare open enrollment approaches. This call to action highlights the urgency of maintaining healthcare access amid ongoing political discussions.

The U.S. Commerce Department has approved the sale of up to 70,000 advanced AI chips to two companies based in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia. This decision follows discussions between President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reflecting a strengthening of economic ties between the nations.

House lawmakers have gathered sufficient signatures to compel a vote on a bill aimed at reversing President Trump's executive order that ended collective bargaining rights for a majority of federal workers. This legislative move seeks to restore those rights and enhance labor protections for federal employees.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) appeared on Meet the Press NOW to discuss the implications of a federal court blocking a new congressional map in Texas, which was designed at the request of President Trump. She emphasized the importance of blue states continuing the fight for fair redistricting ahead of the midterm elections and shared her considerations regarding a potential Senate run.

Saudi Arabia is releasing U.S. citizen Saad Almadi, who was jailed for five months due to social media posts critical of the royal family. His release follows a bilateral meeting between President Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Washington, D.C. Almadi, 75, immigrated to the U.S. in 1976 and was arrested during a family visit in 2021.

During her confirmation hearing, President Trump's nominee for U.S. deputy ambassador to the United Nations criticized the organization as 'bloated, unfocused and ineffective,' calling for 'bold reform' to improve its functionality.

Democrats are experiencing a resurgence in political momentum, a year after President Trump and the Republicans gained full control of Washington. Recent polls indicate a shift in voter sentiment, suggesting that Democrats may be regaining favor among American voters as they prepare for upcoming elections.