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RFK Jr. Spars With Democrats Over Fraud, Vaccine Policy
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Thursday offered up his own answer for justifying cuts to the department, kicking off a marathon of appropriations hearings before Congress.
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Hill Watch: Explaining the Iran Ceasefire, Surging Oil Prices & Major Debates Ahead
Aired on April 14, 2026, this episode of Hill Watch Live examines the upcoming key debates to look for this spring, highlighting congressional priorities, including funding, affordability, and advances in technology.
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Trump Turns From Iran to Economy as GOP Faces Midterm Stress
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Trump Says Deal With Iran ‘Looking Very Good’ Amid Ceasefire
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FDA Has Until June to Decide on PFAS Limits in Food, Court Rules
A federal judge gave the Food and Drug Administration until June 30 to decide whether it will establish limits for the amount of PFAS allowed in foods such as fruits and vegetables.
House Passes Extension of Haitian Deportation Protections
House lawmakers voted Thursday to direct the Department of Homeland Security to extend temporary humanitarian protections for several hundred thousand Haitians in the US.
States Split on Need for Federal Rules to Govern Voter Rolls
State election officials gave Congress conflicting messages on voter roll rules, disagreeing about whether the federal government needs a larger role in maintaining them.
Energy Department Will Continue Fight Over Grant Funding Cuts
The Energy Department plans to appeal a court ruling that partly struck down the department’s rescinding of clean energy grant funding to blue states, Secretary Chris Wright said Thursday.
CFTC Chairman Set to Adopt Rules Solo as Panel Vacancies Persist
Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael Selig said Thursday he’s prepared to finalize prediction market rules and other derivatives trading regulations by himself as the only member left on the bipartisan, five-seat panel.
Speaker Claims Spy Powers Deal Is ‘Close’ But Hurdles Linger
House Republicans remain at loggerheads over reauthorizing a key spy powers tool ahead of an April 20 deadline, with lawmakers negotiating possible changes to the program and weighing a short-term patch to avoid its expiration.
Trump’s ‘Triumphal Arch’ Takes a Step Toward Approval in DC
Twice the size of the seated president inside the Lincoln Memorial and three times as tall as the bronze statue that stands within the Jefferson Memorial, the winged figure that will top President Donald Trump’s proposed “triumphal arch” will rise some 60 feet high, the equivalent of a six-story building.
Congress Urged to Pass Stricter AI Export Controls Against China
The US must pursue a robust strategy to maintain its lead in artificial intelligence against China, which includes restricting powerful technology and countering chip smuggling efforts, policy experts are urging Congress.
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Rahm Emanuel Wants Democrats to Ditch Culture War, Talk Prices
Rahm Emanuel says Democrats ‘lost the American people’ on cultural issues -- but he knows how they can win them back in November.
Rahm Emanuel Wants Democrats to Ditch Culture War, Talk Prices
Rahm Emanuel says Democrats ‘lost the American people’ on cultural issues -- but he knows how they can win them back in November.
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BGOV Hill Watch: Reconciliation, Iran, Deadlines Jam Hill Agenda
Congress returns this week to tackle a daunting list of priorities, including fiscal 2026 appropriations for the Department of Homeland Security and additional funding for immigration enforcement and defense.
BGOV Bill Analysis: H.R. 7613, Aviation Safety Requirements
Certain civilian and military aircraft would be required to install and use “collision prevention” technology by Dec. 31, 2031, under
BGOV Bill Analysis: H.R. 8035, 18-Month FISA Extension
The federal government’s legal authority to monitor certain private electronic messages without a warrant would be extended for 18 months without any changes under
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States Split on Need for Federal Rules to Govern Voter Rolls
State election officials gave Congress conflicting messages on voter roll rules, disagreeing about whether the federal government needs a larger role in maintaining them.
Energy Department Will Continue Fight Over Grant Funding Cuts
The Energy Department plans to appeal a court ruling that partly struck down the department’s rescinding of clean energy grant funding to blue states, Secretary Chris Wright said Thursday.
Missouri Senators Take First Step Toward Income Tax Phaseout
Missouri’s Republican-controlled Senate approved legislation Thursday that could pave the way to eliminate the state’s personal income tax, which brings in more than two-thirds of its revenue.
Virginia Ex-Lieutenant Governor Kills Wife, Self, Police Say (2)
The former lieutenant governor of Virginia,
Hawaii Can Sue Energy Companies in State Court, Judge Finds (1)
Hawaii has the right to sue fossil fuel companies in state court, a federal judge ruled, ending a Trump administration lawsuit that tried to limit the state’s ability to go after the companies.
