House GOP Blocks Tariff Challenge, Passes Trump-Backed Budget

House GOP Blocks Tariff Challenge, Passes Trump-Backed Budget

House Republicans blocked Congress from challenging Trump’s tariffs while narrowly passing a controversial funding bill to avert a shutdown. The GOP-led move hands the White House sweeping fiscal control, sparking fierce Democratic opposition. With looming Senate battles, the bill’s fate remains uncertain as Trump reshapes federal spending and trade policy.

Senate Battles GOP Spending Bill as Shutdown Looms

Senate Battles GOP Spending Bill as Shutdown Looms

The Senate faces a critical showdown over the GOP’s spending bill, which slashes non-defense funding while boosting military budgets. With a potential government shutdown days away, tensions rise as Democrats push back. Meanwhile, Trump’s DOJ appointee, Gail Slater, is confirmed, signaling a tougher stance on antitrust enforcement in tech, healthcare, and agriculture.

Trump Slashes Education Dept, Names New Cyber Chief

Trump Slashes Education Dept, Names New Cyber Chief

Trump accelerates his plan to dismantle the Education Department, cutting half its workforce. Meanwhile, he appoints Sean Plankey as head of CISA amid rising cybersecurity threats. The DOJ undergoes a major shakeup, and the U.S. reaffirms its commitment to Ukraine. These sweeping changes reshape federal policy and global strategy in a single day.

Trump Slightly Reverses Tariff Hike as Market Volatility Soars

Trump Slightly Reverses Tariff Hike as Market Volatility Soars

President Trump abruptly reversed a planned tariff increase on Canadian metals after fierce backlash, triggering market whiplash. He doubles down on U.S. economic priorities, while signaling support for Elon Musk amid Tesla’s struggles. Meanwhile, diplomatic tensions rise as Trump prepares to meet NATO and Irish leaders, shaping key global alliances.

House GOP Pushes Budget Cuts as Shutdown Looms

House GOP Pushes Budget Cuts as Shutdown Looms

House Republicans advance a stopgap funding bill, slashing non-defense spending while boosting military budgets. Democrats fight back with a short-term resolution to prevent a shutdown, warning of severe cuts to public services. Meanwhile, partisan battles escalate over infrastructure funding, IRS oversight, and labor policies, setting the stage for intense fiscal showdowns.

Senate Showdown: Shutdown Looms as GOP Pressures Democrats

Senate Showdown: Shutdown Looms as GOP Pressures Democrats

The Senate faces a high-stakes battle as Republicans push a funding bill to avert a government shutdown, forcing Democrats into a tough political corner. Meanwhile, bipartisan efforts emerge to tackle youth mental health, and key nominations spark fierce ethical debates. With tensions rising, the chamber’s decisions will shape America’s legislative future.

Federal Agencies Face Shake-Up as Trump Reshapes Policy

Federal Agencies Face Shake-Up as Trump Reshapes Policy

Trump accelerates his control over federal agencies, slashing NASA’s science leadership, restructuring labor protections, and fast-tracking DHS contracts to GOP-linked firms. Meanwhile, a House investigation targets mass layoffs in government agencies. As tensions rise over transparency and security, these changes could redefine federal oversight, labor rights, and economic policy.

Trump Freezes Ukraine Aid, Warns of ‘Monster’ Nukes, Markets Tumble

Trump Freezes Ukraine Aid, Warns of ‘Monster’ Nukes, Markets Tumble

President Trump accelerates a major policy shift, freezing U.S. aid to Ukraine, warning of nuclear threats, and pushing for new arms control talks with Russia and China. Markets tumble amid fears of a “Trump recession,” while his executive order on disaster relief shifts federal responsibilities to states, fueling intense political and economic debates.

Federal Layoffs & Budget Battles Shake U.S. Cabinet Departments

Federal Layoffs & Budget Battles Shake U.S. Cabinet Departments

The U.S. government is undergoing a seismic shift as mass layoffs hit federal agencies, GOP-backed budget cuts loom, and cybersecurity policies face an urgent overhaul. The Department of Veterans Affairs, HHS, and DHS are at the forefront of these changes, with critical decisions set to impact national security, healthcare, and economic stability.

Beyond the Headlines: House GOP Unveils 2025 Continuing Resolution: Key Provisions & Political Battle Ahead

Beyond the Headlines: House GOP Unveils 2025 Continuing Resolution: Key Provisions & Political Battle Ahead

As the March 14 deadline approaches, House Republicans have introduced a 2025 Continuing Resolution to fund the government through September 30. With defense and veterans’ healthcare receiving increased funding, while non-defense programs face cuts, the bill sets the stage for a heated political showdown. Can bipartisan negotiations prevent a government shutdown? Read on for a full breakdown of the CR’s key provisions, economic impact, and legislative outlook.