The Senate passed a $70 billion bill to fund ICE and the Border Patrol through the end of President Donald Trump’s term. The measure advanced without limits on a disputed $1.776 billion settlement fund that drew bipartisan objections.
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Colorado Governor Jared Polis commutes the sentence of Tina Peters, a former county clerk convicted for tampering with voting machines after the 2020 election. The decision, pressured by former President Trump, has drawn criticism from Colorado Democrats who warn it undermines election integrity.
Democratic Senator Michael Bennet is reportedly planning to run for governor of Colorado, aiming to succeed the term-limited Governor Jared Polis, amidst a trend of Democratic support in the state. Despite his current Senate term running until 2028, Bennet's potential gubernatorial bid reflects a broader trend of Democrats seeking roles outside Washington, as several Senate Democrats announce retirements. Meanwhile, Kathleen Sgamma's withdrawal from her nomination to lead the Bureau of Land Management underscores ongoing debates over energy policies, adding another layer of complexity to the political landscape as Bennet prepares to enter the race.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff Andriy Yermak warned that without additional military aid from the United States, Ukraine could lose its war with Russia. Senate Democrats are moving ahead with a vote this week on President Biden's request for $106 billion in emergency funding, including billions in foreign aid, but the vote is expected to fail. Yermak urged Congress to act quickly on the aid package, saying it is "extremely critically important" for Ukraine's future.