Many senators noted progress in border negotiations, but their opinions were divided regarding the timing of the agreement. Thus, Senator Joe Manchin said that a potential agreement on the border could be concluded as early as next week. “I think our Republican and Democratic negotiators who are working very hard right now, doing a great … Read more
AFPMitch McConnell NOS Nieuws•vandaag, 03:29 Republican leader Mitch McConnell has been allowed to return to work by his doctors after yesterday’s incident in which he froze after a press question. After the incident, a spokesman said McConnell would see his doctor before making another public appearance. The Senate will meet again next week after a … Read more
Thus, the resolution calls on the US president to work with NATO leaders to develop a clear, comprehensive path for Ukraine to join NATO. In addition, the document states that the Senate considers Ukraine’s accession to NATO to be critical to preventing future wars, promoting peace and ensuring the future security of Europe and the … Read more
According to Senate Democratic Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, the US will be able to avoid default tonight. All 100 senators came to an agreement to discuss 11 amendments, and then immediately vote for a bill to increase the public debt. If the plan succeeds, Congress will quickly send the bill to the president for signature. … Read more
US House Speaker McCarthy (Republican) announced on the 31st that the bill to suspend the federal debt ceiling temporarily will be voted on and that the bill will be passed. (2023 REUTERS/Julia Nikhinson) [ワシントン ３１日 ロイター] – US House Speaker McCarthy (Republican) announced on the 31st that the bill to suspend the federal debt ceiling … Read more
U.S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Adhemo said on Thursday that he does not have a “Plan B” that would allow him to pay off the federal debt ceiling. April 2022 (2023 REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz/File Photo) (Reuters) – U.S. Deputy Treasury Secretary Adhemo said on Wednesday that the United States does not have a “Plan B” to pay … Read more
Negotiations between President Biden and House Speaker McCarthy over raising the U.S. debt ceiling are nearing a deal, with a difference of just $70 billion between the two on “discretionary spending,” excluding social security and other items. This was confirmed by multiple sources. (2023 REUTERS/Craig Hudson) [ワシントン ２５日 ロイター] – Negotiations between President Biden and … Read more
The US Congressional Budget Office (CBO) warned on Wednesday that it faces a “significant risk” of default as early as early June if the federal debt ceiling is not raised. FILE PHOTO: April 6, 2023. REUTERS/Elizabeth Frantz [ワシントン １２日 ロイター] – The US Congressional Budget Office (CBO) warned on Thursday that it faces a “significant … Read more
Philadelphia Federal Reserve Bank President John Harker said on Thursday that a default on U.S. Treasuries caused by political turmoil over the federal debt ceiling and budget deficit would be disastrous. Photo courtesy of the US Congress. February 2022 (2023 REUTERS/Tom Brenner) [１０日 ロイター] – Philadelphia Federal Reserve Bank President John Harker said on Thursday … Read more
NEW YORK (Reuters) – Rookie Republican Congressman George Santos (pictured), who has faced calls for his resignation over false credentials, did not attend the White House welcome party on Wednesday. FILE PHOTO: Washington, D.C., 2023. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst [ワシントン ２４日 ロイター] – Rookie Republican congressman George Santos, whose resignation is being called for, did not attend … Read more