Washington Post – Politics:
If it passes, as appears likely, the National Defense Authorization Act will symbolize a defeat for the House GOP’s raucous right flank.
Author: Abigail Hauslohner
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In Israeli-Palestinian battle to sway Congress, only one side wins
Washington Post – Politics:
Pro-Israel is a uniquely bipartisan sentiment on Capitol Hill, a reflection of a powerful lobby and an imbalance of exposure to Palestinians
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Members of Congress are planning official visits to China
Washington Post – Politics:
Two congressional delegations, including one led by Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, are planning to visit China amid simmering tensions with Beijing.
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Senate passes Pentagon policy bill, teeing up partisan clash with House
Washington Post – Politics:
The looming showdown will mark a test for Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who faced complaints he allowed a House version of the NDAA to be hijacked by GOP rebels.
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UFO reports demand greater transparency, lawmakers say
Washington Post – Politics:
An hours-long congressional hearing on UFOs captured the intensifying public interest in the unexplained and how authorities investigate such reports.
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House GOP moves to end Pentagon’s abortion, diversity policies
Washington Post – Politics:
Republican-led votes to end the Pentagon’s abortion and diversity policies threaten decades of bipartisanship backing for the annual defense policy bill.