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New Revelations Shake the Monarchy: Sarah Ferguson Pressured to Testify Under Oath in Epstein Scandal

Sarah Ferguson, the former Duchess of York, is facing increasing international pressure to testify under oath regarding the Jeffrey Epstein case.

Mar 22 • 13:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Minimum wage in Florida: the project that would allow paying less than US$14 an hour to certain workers

A new proposal in Florida aims to allow certain sectors to pay employees in training less than the state's current minimum wage of $14 per hour to encourage skill development, sparking controversy among lawmakers.

Mar 22 • 07:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Sarah Ferguson under pressure as US officials issue order on Epstein evidence

Sarah Ferguson faces increasing scrutiny and calls to testify about her connections to Jeffrey Epstein as US officials investigate his prosecution.

Mar 21 • 12:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Ruling Party Lawmakers: 'Deployment = National Interest, Let's Secure Economic and Security Benefits' is an Overhasty Claim

Lawmakers from South Korea's ruling party argue for military support in response to U.S. President Trump’s demand to deploy troops to the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on the economic implications of such a move.

Mar 19 • 08:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Lawmakers and community leaders react to ‘indefensible’ César Chávez sexual abuse allegations

Lawmakers and union leaders in the US reacted with shock to allegations of sexual abuse against labor organizer César Chávez, revealed in a recent investigation.

Mar 18 • 22:12 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Senate to question Trump intel leaders on Iran war after top official quits in protest

Senate lawmakers are set to question top intelligence officials about the Iran war following the resignation of a key counterterrorism leader in protest of the conflict.

Mar 18 • 13:01 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

US sounds alarm over China’s humanoid robots amid security concerns

US lawmakers are raising alarms about China's rapid advancements in humanoid robots, urging a coordinated policy response to counter potential security threats.

Mar 17 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Democrats urge windfall tax as big oil set to make billions from Iran war

Democratic lawmakers and progressive advocates are pushing for a windfall tax on major oil companies profiting from the ongoing war in Iran.

Mar 17 • 20:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Texas lawmakers spar over DHS funding as long lines loom at US airports

Texas lawmakers engaged in a heated debate over Department of Homeland Security funding amid a prolonged agency shutdown affecting air travel.

Mar 16 • 21:57 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Liveblog Iran War: German Parties Against Participation in US Military Mission

German lawmakers from various parties oppose the involvement of Germany in a US-led military mission to protect oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 16 • 09:12 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Taiwan Approves New Arms Deals with the US Amid China's Concerns

Taiwan's lawmakers have given the green light for the government to sign four arms agreements with the United States, despite funding proposals for these and other arms yet to be approved.

Mar 13 • 11:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Pentagon tells lawmakers Iran war costs top $11.3bn – but true price unknown

The Pentagon reported to lawmakers that the costs of the war against Iran have surpassed $11.3 billion, though actual expenses are likely much higher and not fully assessed.

Mar 12 • 21:11 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Iran War Costs America 11.3 Billion Dollars in One Week

The Pentagon reported to Congress that the first week of the war with Iran has cost the United States $11.3 billion, excluding overall war costs and following concerns from lawmakers about funding.

Mar 12 • 01:45 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

US lawmakers probe Epstein’s wealth as ex-accountant testifies on finances and ties

US lawmakers are investigating the financial dealings of Jeffrey Epstein through testimony from his former accountant.

Mar 12 • 00:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Pentagon revealed that the first week of war cost more than $11.3 billion

The Pentagon has reported to U.S. lawmakers that the cost of the war against Iran exceeded $11.3 billion in the first six days alone.

Mar 11 • 21:55 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Helme: The USA is only interested in our valuable natural resources

Martin Helme, chairman of EKRE, claims that during a meeting with US lawmakers, it was made clear that the USA is primarily interested in Estonia's valuable natural resources rather than military cooperation.

Mar 11 • 12:34 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Bets on Iran strikes paid millions but should gambling on war be allowed?

Anonymous gamblers have profited significantly from placing bets on potential military strikes on Iran via the prediction market Polymarket, raising ethical concerns about betting on war.

Mar 11 • 03:31 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

US lawmakers worry Trump may send ground troops to Iran

Democratic lawmakers express concerns that President Trump may deploy troops to Iran based on recent classified briefings that left them with many questions.

Mar 11 • 02:19 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

After a confidential briefing in Congress.. Democratic lawmakers warn of ground intervention in Iran

Democratic lawmakers in the U.S. Senate express concerns about the possibility of President Trump ordering military intervention in Iran following a classified briefing with defense and intelligence officials.

Mar 10 • 23:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Mike Johnson refuses to condemn anti-Muslim comments by Republican lawmakers

House Speaker Mike Johnson has chosen not to condemn anti-Muslim remarks made by some Republican lawmakers, claiming to have addressed their tone instead.

Mar 10 • 21:49 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Democratic lawmakers demand public accountability for Trump administration regarding Iran war

Democratic senators are pushing for public hearings to hold Trump's administration accountable for its actions regarding the Iran war.

Mar 10 • 02:13 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

US lawmakers demand the release of Mexican mariachis detained by immigration in Texas

US lawmakers are calling for the release of two young Mexican mariachis held in detention by immigration authorities in Texas.

Mar 9 • 22:26 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

China-linked birth tourism under scrutiny as GOP lawmakers press Trump admin for answers

Republican lawmakers are urging the Trump administration to investigate the potential exploitation of U.S. birthright citizenship and visa programs by Chinese nationals in the Northern Mariana Islands, citing national security concerns.

Mar 9 • 18:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'The enemy benefits...', benefit to India on Russian oil, chaos in the US over Trump's decision!

The US has granted India a 30-day exemption to purchase Russian oil, causing significant controversy among American lawmakers regarding the implications of this decision.

Mar 9 • 14:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Correspondent’s column] JD Vance’s 67-hour disappearance

The article discusses the silence of Vice President JD Vance during a critical time following US military strikes on Iran, highlighting scrutiny from fellow conservative lawmakers.

Mar 6 • 08:58 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Considering to fire Noem after disputes with congressmen

Former President Donald Trump is reportedly contemplating dismissing Kristi Noem from her position as Secretary of State after contentious interactions with Republican lawmakers.

Mar 5 • 11:18 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean lawmakers reach bipartisan deal to pass US investment bill on March 12

South Korean lawmakers have agreed to pass a bill supporting a $350 billion US investment package by March 12.

Mar 5 • 08:19 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Replay: Democrat lawmakers denounce 'war of choice' in Iran ahead of Senate vote on war powers

Democrat lawmakers criticize the potential Senate decision to authorize military action against Iran, calling it a 'war of choice.'

Mar 4 • 14:58 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

US lawmakers' efforts to curb Trump's ability to continue war almost sure to fail

US lawmakers are likely to face challenges in limiting Trump's ability to continue military actions.

Mar 4 • 11:56 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The US administration reports to Congress on operations in Iran

The US administration, led by President Donald Trump, has conducted airstrikes in Iran without prior notification to Congress, prompting concerns from lawmakers about the lack of oversight.

Mar 3 • 16:21 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

How deeply have Trump’s Iran strikes split America?

Public opinion in the US is largely divided over President Trump's recent military strikes against Iran, with significant backlash observed in opinion polls and from lawmakers.

Mar 3 • 11:32 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Trump admin warned lawmakers Israel was 'determined to act with or without us' before massive Iran strikes

Speaker Mike Johnson stated that Israel was prepared to act against Iran independently, viewing Iran as an existential threat, based on insights from a classified briefing.

Mar 3 • 00:49 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump Cabinet alum Ryan Zinke joins mass exodus of lawmakers leaving Congress

Rep. Ryan Zinke, a former Cabinet member under Trump, is retiring from Congress, joining a significant number of lawmakers opting not to seek re-election.

Mar 2 • 20:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

USA: Mobilization in Congress for a Vote on Limiting Presidential Power

There is growing mobilization in the U.S. Congress to return all lawmakers to Washington for a vote on limiting presidential power regarding military actions in Iran.

Feb 28 • 19:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US lawmakers condemn Trump over Iran strikes: ‘acts of war unauthorized by Congress’

US lawmakers have strongly criticized President Trump for conducting military strikes against Iran without Congressional approval, calling it an unauthorized act of war.

Feb 28 • 16:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

US lawmakers criticize attack on Iran, and expert points to 'elastic use' of the law

U.S. lawmakers are divided over the legality and necessity of a military attack on Iran, which has sparked a debate on presidential war powers and Congressional approval.

Feb 28 • 16:37 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Three Days in the Capitol: How the Baltic Advocacy Days Convert Voter Voices into Political Influence

Baltic Advocacy Days bring together around 40 participants to the Capitol to influence US policy towards the Baltic states, with initiatives aiming for increased engagement from lawmakers.

Feb 28 • 13:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Amid Fractures in the American Position... Move in Congress to Vote on 'War Powers'

US lawmakers from both parties are criticizing President Trump's military actions against Iran, prompting a congressional push to assert war powers.

Feb 28 • 12:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After Hillary, Bill Clinton testifies before US lawmakers about the Epstein case

Bill Clinton is set to testify before US lawmakers regarding the Epstein case a day after Hillary Clinton's own testimony.

Feb 27 • 16:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Democrats outraged at US military’s downing of CBP drone near Mexico border

Democratic lawmakers expressed anger over the US military mistakenly shooting down a Customs and Border Protection drone at the Texas-Mexico border, highlighting administrative incompetence under the Trump administration.

Feb 27 • 14:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

UFOs, Epstein and Conspiracies: Hillary Clinton Dismisses Accusations Before Congress

Hillary Clinton testified before a US Congress committee, insisting she had no prior knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes and urged lawmakers to question President Donald Trump in relation to Epstein.

Feb 27 • 07:28 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Pentagon accidentally downs US border patrol drone – lawmakers

The Pentagon reportedly shot down a US border patrol drone with a laser-based anti-drone system near the Mexican border, prompting flight restrictions by the FAA.

Feb 27 • 03:41 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Epstein Documents Indicate Missing Materials Related to Woman Who Accused Trump, U.S. Reports

Missing materials related to a woman who accused former President Trump of sexual abuse are absent from recently released Epstein documents, raising concerns among lawmakers.

Feb 27 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

US mistakenly shoots down its own drone at the border with Mexico, say lawmakers

A military system used to combat drones may have mistakenly shot down a U.S. government drone near the Mexico border, according to Democratic lawmakers.

Feb 27 • 02:10 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

GOP bill seeks to block illegal immigrants from being armed law enforcement

Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill to prevent illegal immigrants from possessing firearms while serving as law enforcement officers.

Feb 26 • 19:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Democrats call for freeze on gas exports as energy prices soar for US households

Democratic lawmakers are urging the energy department to halt increased liquefied natural gas exports as US energy prices rise sharply for households.

Feb 26 • 17:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Hillary Clinton testifies that she never met Epstein and is unaware of his criminal activities

Hillary Clinton testified before U.S. lawmakers that she had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes and had never met him.

Feb 26 • 16:44 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Epstein Case: Documents on Donald Trump Removed from the Dossier, According to American Media

Documents related to Donald Trump have been removed from the Epstein case files, prompting calls for transparency from US lawmakers.

Feb 25 • 21:30 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

US seeks healthy trade relations with China but does not trust it, lawmakers clarify

US lawmakers express a desire for stable trade relations with China while emphasizing a lack of trust in Chinese practices regarding technology and trade.

Feb 25 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Marco Rubio to deliver rare briefing to top US lawmakers on Iran amid tensions

Marco Rubio is set to brief top US lawmakers on Iran as tensions rise and the US increases its military presence in the Middle East.

Feb 24 • 18:46 UTC

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