President Trump plans to nominate Cameron Hamilton as FEMA administrator nearly a year after his removal following testimony defending the agency. Hamilton, a former Navy SEAL, previously led FEMA in an acting capacity and criticized plans to dismantle the agency.
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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. defends a proposed 12% budget cut and vaccine policy changes amid sharp criticism from Democrats during House hearings. He addresses measles outbreaks, staffing changes, and announces reforms to federal health agencies.
The Senate narrowly rejects a resolution to limit President Trump’s military actions in Iran, with Democrats pledging to continue efforts to rein in the conflict. Some Republicans express concerns as the 60-day War Powers deadline approaches.
Congress returns to Washington facing critical votes on the Iran war, a prolonged DHS shutdown, and potential expulsions of members amid misconduct allegations. Lawmakers grapple with funding disputes, war powers limits, and ethics investigations as tensions rise.
President Trump’s threat to destroy "a whole civilization" in Iran prompts over 70 Democrats to call for his removal from office via the 25th Amendment or impeachment. Some Republicans express concern, but most remain silent. Trump later announces a two-week ceasefire contingent on Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
President Trump agrees to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, suspending planned strikes contingent on reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement follows escalating threats and draws mixed reactions from U.S. lawmakers and allies.
President Trump orders the Department of Homeland Security to pay all employees amid a nearly 50-day shutdown. Over 35,000 workers, including FEMA and Coast Guard civilians, have gone unpaid due to a congressional impasse over immigration policy.
The Senate advances a plan to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security as President Trump pledges to pay all DHS employees amid a partial government shutdown. Lawmakers face divisions over funding immigration enforcement agencies, with Republicans pursuing a two-track strategy to end the shutdown.