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The Latest: Republican Rep. Thomas Massie files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

The Latest: Republican Rep. Thomas Massie files resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

Rep. Thomas Massie has moved to force a vote to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, focusing on the war in Iran

Senator Ossoff Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Non-Opioid Pain Treatment for Veterans

Senator Ossoff Cosponsors Bipartisan Legislation to Expand Non-Opioid Pain Treatment for Veterans

U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has announced his cosponsorship of the NOPAIN for Veterans Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at expanding access to non-opioid pain treatments for veterans. This legislation, originally introduced by Senators Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), seeks to address existing gaps in care within the VA National Formulary. The primary goal is to provide veterans with alternatives to opioid-based pain management, thereby helping to prevent addiction. Senator Ossoff emphasized the significant sacrifices made by veterans and the prevalent issue of substance abuse and addiction upon their return home. He stated that the bill would enable the VA to more quickly offer safe pain management treatments and protect veterans from addiction. This initiative is part of Senator Ossoff's ongoing efforts to support veterans and combat addiction within Georgia communities.

Explainer-How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

Explainer-How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

By Jan Wolfe WASHINGTON, Nov 10 (Reuters) - US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could be impeached by the House of Representatives this week on charges of abusing his power, including by going to war with Iran without an imminent threat or congressional approval.

Congressman Joe Courtney Urges Passage of Major Richard Star Act to Restore Veteran Benefits

Congressman Joe Courtney Urges Passage of Major Richard Star Act to Restore Veteran Benefits

Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) delivered a speech on the House floor, advocating for the passage of the Major Richard Star Act (H.R. 2102). This bipartisan bill aims to rectify an existing injustice that reduces earned retirement benefits for veteran retirees who also receive service-connected disability benefits. Currently, combat-injured veterans forced into medical retirement can only receive either U.S. Department of Defense retirement benefits or U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs disability compensation, but not both concurrently. Congressman Courtney is one of 341 cosponsors of the bill and previously signed a discharge petition to compel a House vote. With the signature threshold met, a vote on the Major Richard Star Act is anticipated on Veterans Day. He emphasized that veterans service organizations consistently highlight the unfairness of denying full retirement and disability benefits to those who suffered combat-related injuries.

Congress returns to a changed Washington after GOP's election wipeout

Congress returns to a changed Washington after GOP's election wipeout

Congress returns to a changed Washington after Democrats trounced Republicans in the midterm elections

The GOP controls Congress until January. And there's a lot to do

The GOP controls Congress until January. And there's a lot to do

Shutdown brinksmanship, a likely Pete Hegseth impeachment, farm bill questions and more will consume remainder of the GOP-controlled Congress.

Most Americans want new Democratic Congress to end Trump's Iran war, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Most Americans want new Democratic Congress to end Trump's Iran war, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

By Jason Lange WASHINGTON, Nov 10 (Reuters) - Majorities of Americans want the newly elected Democratic-majority US Congress to act to end the war with Iran and to repeal tariffs put in place by President Donald Trump, signaling demand for quick action to address the high cost of living, a new

House Democratic leader says lawmakers need answers on Nvidia, wants China chip restrictions

House Democratic leader says lawmakers need answers on Nvidia, wants China chip restrictions

By David Shepardson WASHINGTON, Nov 9 (Reuters) - US House of Representatives Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said on Monday that Congress needs more answers after reports emerged that Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang had been targeted by a foreign intelligence effort.

As Veterans Affairs expands automation, it commits more errors on veterans’ claims

As Veterans Affairs expands automation, it commits more errors on veterans’ claims

An investigation by The Beam reveals that an increased use of automation has led to a rise in errors when collecting medical records for veterans' claims

G7 talks in Paris try to tackle unresolved global crises with uncertainty high over the US approach

G7 talks in Paris try to tackle unresolved global crises with uncertainty high over the US approach

Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies have begun two days of talks in Paris with clear differences on multiple unresolved global crises

Defiant Hegseth blasts impeachment effort ahead of House vote

Defiant Hegseth blasts impeachment effort ahead of House vote

By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, Nov 10 (Reuters) - Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Tuesday blasted efforts to impeach him as a farce that would embolden US adversaries, as he lashed out at his political opponents in Congress and the media in an unapologetic defense of his record.

Democrats plan to push clean energy to lower bills and challenge Trump’s fossil fuel agenda

Democrats plan to push clean energy to lower bills and challenge Trump’s fossil fuel agenda

Some Democrats are promising to push for more clean energy to help tackle rising energy costs when they take control of Congress in January