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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mendonça authorizes Vorcaro's trip to Brasília on Federal Police jet

Minister André Mendonça of the Supreme Federal Court has authorized banker Daniel Vorcaro to fly to Brasília on a Federal Police jet for a Senate hearing.

Feb 27 • 19:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Hearing reveals panic at Optus call centre as Triple Zero crisis unfolded

A Senate inquiry discusses the chaos that unfolded at an Optus call center during a significant failure of the Triple Zero emergency service system.

Feb 26 • 02:04 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Senators Sanders and Mullin clash in heated Senate hearing exchange: 'You're part of the problem'

Independent Senator Bernie Sanders and Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin engaged in a heated exchange during a Senate hearing focused on Obamacare.

Feb 26 • 01:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An influencer critical of traditional medicine faces the Senate to lead public health in the U.S.

Casey Means, a wellness influencer nominated by Donald Trump, faced scrutiny during her Senate confirmation hearing aimed at leading U.S. public health amid her controversial views on vaccines and traditional healthcare.

Feb 25 • 17:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Wellness influencer picked by Trump for surgeon general faces Senate grilling

Casey Means, Donald Trump's controversial nominee for surgeon general, faces questioning from the Senate health committee after her initial hearing was postponed due to childbirth.

Feb 25 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Senate will insist on hearing Daniel Vorcaro in commission next Tuesday

The Brazilian Senate's Economic Affairs Commission plans to attempt again to hear ex-banker Daniel Vorcaro next Tuesday, confirming his travel logistics for the hearing.

Feb 24 • 17:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Babiš Believes in the Quick End of the War in Ukraine, But Will Not Attend Senate Hearing

Czech politician Andrej Babiš expresses optimism about a swift resolution to the conflict in Ukraine but plans to skip a scheduled Senate hearing.

Feb 24 • 07:56 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Former RBA governor calls for capital gains tax discount to be scrapped

Former RBA governor Bernie Fraser advocates for the removal of the capital gains tax discount during a parliamentary hearing focused on housing supply and inequality.

Feb 24 • 03:47 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Josh Hawley stands by accusations after fiery Senate hearing clash with Minnesota AG Ellison

Sen. Josh Hawley accused Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison of failing to address allegations of fraud related to a scandal involving misappropriation of federal funds meant for child nutrition programs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Feb 13 • 20:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hawley clashes with Minnesota AG Ellison over fraud: ‘You ought to be indicted’

Senator Josh Hawley accused Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison of criminal wrongdoing in relation to a large welfare fraud case during a Senate hearing.

Feb 12 • 18:54 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

RBA governor accused by senator of 'gaslighting' Australians on economy

RBA governor Michele Bullock faced accusations of misleading the public regarding the economy during a Senate hearing.

Feb 12 • 03:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

US Secretary of Commerce Faces Scrutiny After Changing Story and Admitting to Visiting Epstein's Island

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick has come under increased scrutiny following his admission of visiting Jeffrey Epstein's island in 2012, contrary to earlier denials.

Feb 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

US Secretary of Commerce admits to visiting Jeffrey Epstein's island

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick acknowledged visiting Jeffrey Epstein's island over a decade ago during a family vacation, denying any wrongdoing despite numerous mentions in newly released documents.

Feb 10 • 21:40 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'I Had Lunch with Him': Lutnick Admits to Traveling to Epstein's Island and Minimizes Relationship with the Pedophile

Howard Lutnick acknowledged visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private island in 2012, downplaying his relationship with the convicted sex offender during a Senate panel hearing.

Feb 10 • 21:28 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Lutnick admits travel to Epstein Island, downplays relationship

Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick acknowledged visiting Jeffrey Epstein's private island in 2012 but minimized their relationship during a Senate hearing.

Feb 10 • 19:56 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The US Secretary of Commerce Rejects Resignation Demands

US Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick dismisses calls for his resignation despite admitting to past meetings with Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 10 • 17:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hawley targets Minnesota fraud, CCP-linked money at Senate hearing: 'Taxpayers robbed blind'

Senator Josh Hawley is set to lead a Senate hearing focusing on systemic fraud in Minnesota and the influence of foreign actors on anti-ICE protests across the nation.

Feb 10 • 13:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2026 budget: Senate backs Tinubu’s reforms as foundation for stability

The Nigerian Senate supports President Tinubu's economic reforms as necessary for long-term stability and growth during a public hearing on the 2026 Appropriation Bill.

Feb 9 • 17:56 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

I will definitely come, said Zuňa regarding the hearing in the Senate on the anniversary of the invasion. Now he has other plans. The Castle and Babiš hesitate

Zuňa originally planned to attend a Senate hearing but now has conflicting obligations, and there are uncertainties from both the presidential office and former Prime Minister Babiš.

Feb 9 • 04:28 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Warren and Bessent erupt into shouting match over Trump's Warsh joke

During a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Sen. Elizabeth Warren clashed with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent over President Trump's controversial joke regarding Federal Reserve nominee Kevin Warsh, leading to a heated exchange.

Feb 5 • 18:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Billie Eilish's speech at the Grammy awakens criticism from American Senator Ted Cruz

Republican Senator Ted Cruz criticized Billie Eilish's political stance during a Senate hearing while questioning Netflix's CEO and Warner Bros. director about her recent Grammy speech.

Feb 4 • 21:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Swiss Banks: UBS Executives Before US Senate Committee Due to Nazi Accounts

Executives from Swiss bank UBS faced uncomfortable questioning during a US Senate Judiciary Committee hearing regarding the acceptance of Nazi-linked accounts.

Feb 4 • 12:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Netflix co-CEO grilled by US senators over Warner Bros Discovery merger

Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, was interrogated by US senators regarding the company's perceived liberal bias and its impact on competition during a congressional hearing about acquiring Warner Bros Discovery's assets.

Feb 3 • 21:31 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

Bank Credit Suisse: Evidence of Hundreds of Accounts with Nazi Connections

A US Senate hearing has revealed allegations against Credit Suisse concerning nearly 900 accounts linked to Nazi connections as part of an ongoing investigation led by Senator Chuck Grassley.

Feb 3 • 15:53 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Netflix: Sarandos moves from the 'Inquisition' to Congress for the deal with Warner

Ted Sarandos, co-CEO of Netflix, is scheduled to testify before a U.S. Senate hearing over the controversial acquisition of Warner Bros. and its potential impact on competition in the entertainment industry.

Feb 3 • 11:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Close ties between Nazis and Credit Suisse: 890 accounts of the regime brought to light

A recent investigation revealed at least 890 previously unknown accounts linked to the Nazi regime at Credit Suisse, as disclosed by U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley ahead of a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing on banks' roles in facilitating the Holocaust.

Feb 3 • 11:16 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Trump pick for South America command sidesteps China questions at Senate hearing

Lieutenant General Francis Donovan, Trump's nominee to command US forces in Latin America, faced frustration from senators over his refusal to address Chinese influence during a recent Senate hearing.

Jan 16 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Crime & Justice

Tragicomic Hearing of a Gynecologist in the Senate: 'Can Men Get Pregnant?'

During a Senate hearing on chemical abortion pills, a GOP senator's question about whether men can get pregnant sparked a viral debate online.

Jan 15 • 21:15 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hawley, Moody react after heated Senate abortion hearing exchange: 'Can men get pregnant?'

Republican Senators Josh Hawley and Ashley Moody responded to a viral moment from a Senate hearing on chemical abortion drugs that featured a tense exchange over whether men can get pregnant.

Jan 14 • 23:14 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hawley expects 'Trojan Horse' hearing to reveal dozens of terror-linked Afghan parolees in US

Senator Josh Hawley anticipates that an upcoming Senate hearing will uncover the entry of numerous Afghan parolees with alleged terrorist connections due to failures in the Biden administration’s refugee program.

Jan 14 • 15:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Cruz demands impeachment of Boasberg and judge who sentenced Kavanaugh’s attempted assassin

Sen. Ted Cruz called for the impeachment of two federal judges during a Senate hearing, arguing that their actions warrant such a rare measure.

Jan 8 • 01:11 UTC

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