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The White House said a meeting Friday with

Democratic Candidates, Republican Super PACs Command Fundraising
Democratic House and Senate candidates benefited from a fundraising boom in the first quarter of this election year, a sign of increased confidence the party can win control of one or both chambers of Congress in the Nov. 3 midterms and end one-party GOP government in Washington.
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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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US Seizes First Iranian Ship in Blockade, Imperiling Talks
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Trump Says US Seized Iranian Ship, Blew Hole in Its Engine Room
President Donald Trump said the Navy stopped and boarded an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman, “blowing a hole” in its engine room after it ignored warnings to stop.
Next Catalyst for Treasury Bonds Is Named Kevin Warsh
Bond traders who’ve grown more optimistic about an end to the Iran conflict see their next catalyst coming from Capitol Hill, where
After Long Avoiding Politics, Commodity Traders Cozy Up to Trump
For decades, the world’s biggest commodity traders have sought to remain outside of politics, doing deals with anyone who has natural resources to buy or sell. Now,
Peru Sought Closer US Ties With F-16 Jet Deal Now in Limbo
Peruvian officials seeking to buy a slate of new fighter jets concluded that buying aircraft made by
SEC Power to Recoup Illicit Profits Challenged at Supreme Court
The dispute will shape a panoply of SEC cases in which victims aren’t easy to pinpoint, from low-profile record-keeping violations to major insider trading allegations.
Crypto Hack Worth $290 Million Triggers DeFi Contagion Shock
Hackers exploited a cross-chain bridge on Saturday, draining nearly $300 million from a key piece of decentralized finance infrastructure and setting off a ripple effect across multiple crypto platforms.
Hormuz Chaos, Lebanon Clashes Dent Trump Peace Deal Hopes
Iran on Saturday reimposed restrictions on vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz and Israel attacked targets in Lebanon, undermining expectations of an imminent peace deal touted by US President
Finance Chiefs Get Short Shrift From Bessent’s Other Priorities
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Trump Signs Order on Psychedelics to Ease FDA Restrictions
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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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SpaceX Settles Political Bias Suit Against California Agency (1)
SpaceX reached an agreement to end its lawsuit against a California agency that allegedly targeted the company over the political views of billionaire CEO Elon Musk.
California Senators Float Tax for Firms With Workers on Medi-Cal
California labor groups are working to get a one-time billionaire’s tax on the ballot in November to cover health care funding gaps. The state’s Senate will soon look at another option for offsetting shortfalls.
New York Fracking Ban Amounts to Government Taking, Suit Says
New York’s bans on various forms of fracking are unconstitutional under the Fifth Amendment, according to a lawsuit from a father and son who claim they’ve been economically deprived by the prohibition.
Louisiana Treasurer Courts Trump in Competitive Senate Race
Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming is courting President Donald Trump in his bid to cast himself as the top conservative candidate in a competitive GOP Senate primary next month.
World Cup Fans to Pay $150 for NJ Transit Gameday Tickets (2)
US Rejects CenterPoint’s Bid to Close Indiana Coal Plant (2)
The Trump administration rejected a request from
