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The Latest: House Republicans quash effort to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth

The Latest: House Republicans quash effort to impeach Defense Secretary Hegseth

The House has turned aside a resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, halting an effort to remove the Pentagon chief for his conduct in office and his handling of the war in Iran

Representative Westerman Champions Veteran Owner-Builders Rights Act to Enhance Veteran Housing Opportunities

Representative Westerman Champions Veteran Owner-Builders Rights Act to Enhance Veteran Housing Opportunities

Representative Bruce Westerman (R-Arkansas) has co-sponsored the Veteran Owner-Builders Rights Act, a bill designed to provide military veterans with greater access to affordable and reliable housing. This legislation introduces an innovative pilot program that will work with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to offer direct, low-interest loans at a one percent rate. These loans are intended to help veterans purchase land and construct their own homes. Representative Westerman emphasized that the bill aligns with his commitments to supporting the forestry industry and honoring veterans. He highlighted the direct correlation between veterans' well-being and reliable housing, noting that high construction costs and interest rates often hinder veterans from achieving homeownership.

Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders Announces Numerous Board and Commission Appointments

Arkansas Governor Sarah Sanders Announces Numerous Board and Commission Appointments

Governor Sarah Sanders has announced a series of appointments to various Arkansas boards and commissions. These appointments fill both new and previously vacant positions, as well as reappointments for existing members. Key appointments include individuals to the 2030 Arkansas Complete Count Committee, the Arkansas 911 Board, the Arkansas Board of Dispensing Opticians, and the Arkansas Board of Examiners in Counseling. Other significant appointments were made to the Arkansas Pollution Control and Ecology Commission, the Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board, the Arkansas State Board of Dental Examiners, and the Arkansas State Medical Board. The Governor also named members to the Arkansas State Rehabilitation Council, the Blytheville-Gosnell Regional Airport Authority, the Contractors Licensing Board, and the Governor’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition. Further appointments include individuals to the Judicial Discipline and Disability Commission, the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board, the Medical Ionizi...

Senator Jerry Moran Urges Congress to Pass Aviation Safety Legislation Following Deadly Flight 5342 Crash

Senator Jerry Moran Urges Congress to Pass Aviation Safety Legislation Following Deadly Flight 5342 Crash

Kansas Senator Jerry Moran is renewing his call for Congress to pass aviation safety legislation, nearly two years after the Flight 5342 crash that resulted in 67 fatalities, including seven Kansans. Speaking on Monday, Senator Moran emphasized the urgency for legislative action, stating that the time for delay is over and Congress must finalize a bill before the end of the year. He highlighted that the families of the victims continue to advocate for these changes to prevent future tragedies. While legislative proposals like the ROTOR Act and the ALERT Act have been drafted, none have yet been enacted into law, and no new aviation safety legislation has been introduced in the House. Senator Moran stressed that both the Senate and House have acted on the issue, and there is bipartisan support for improving aviation safety, urging lawmakers to resolve their differences and deliver a final bill.

Trump replaces judicial nominee in last-ditch bid to reshape US appeals court

Trump replaces judicial nominee in last-ditch bid to reshape US appeals court

By Nate Raymond Nov 10 (Reuters) - The White House withdrew and replaced one of President Donald Trump's judicial nominees on Tuesday, after opposition from Republican senators cast doubt on his ability to fill a key US appeals court seat before Democrats take control of the Senate.

Senators Introduce VA Home Loan Navigator Act to Provide Foreclosure Prevention Counseling

Senators Introduce VA Home Loan Navigator Act to Provide Foreclosure Prevention Counseling

Senators Angela Alsobrooks and Thom Tillis have introduced the VA Home Loan Navigator Act in the Senate. This proposed legislation aims to establish a program that offers no-cost foreclosure-prevention counseling to veterans and servicemembers with VA-backed home loans. The bill instructs the VA Secretary to collaborate with nonprofit organizations, which will receive training on the loan process and provide direct assistance to borrowers. Certified service providers would offer individualized counseling for loss mitigation and foreclosure prevention, acting as coordinators between borrowers, mortgage servicers, and the VA. This initiative comes as foreclosure rates have seen an increase following the conclusion of pandemic-era assistance programs, placing a significant number of VA-backed loan recipients at risk. A similar House bill was introduced earlier this year by U.S. Representatives Veronica Escobar and Jack Bergman.

'Yellowstone' star is living in a camper on her Arkansas ranch

'Yellowstone' star is living in a camper on her Arkansas ranch

"Yellowstone" star Dawn Olivieri says she found more acting jobs after leaving Los Angeles for a 160-acre ranch in Arkansas, where she rescues horses.

Representative Gabe Vasquez Advocates for Veteran Support and Introduces Key Legislation

Representative Gabe Vasquez Advocates for Veteran Support and Introduces Key Legislation

U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) has actively championed increased support and resources for veterans, particularly on Veterans Day. He has called on Congress to take urgent action to expand benefits and ensure veterans have full access to the care they have earned. Representative Vasquez is a co-sponsor of a bipartisan resolution honoring veterans and has introduced several pieces of legislation aimed at improving veterans' quality of life. These include the Socorro Vet Center Act, which proposes a new veteran center in Socorro for social and psychological support; the Feed Our Veterans Act, designed to combat food insecurity among veterans; and the Major Richard Star Act, which would allow combat-injured veterans to receive both full military retirement pay and VA disability compensation. Additionally, he introduced the New Mexico Rural Veteran Health Care Access Act to improve care access in Otero and Eddy counties, and the Veteran Education Assistance Adjustment Act to increase student veterans...

Joe Biden gives update on cancer battle. 'I have all my faculties'

Joe Biden gives update on cancer battle. 'I have all my faculties'

Former President Joe Biden opened up about his cancer battle, the midterms and President Donald Trump in a new interview. Here are the highlights.

Voters rejected Trump, but they didn't reject conservatism | Opinion

Voters rejected Trump, but they didn't reject conservatism | Opinion

Despite voting for Democrats, voters in Ohio, Colorado and North Carolina backed ballot measures for voter ID, protecting girls' sports and tax caps.

Governor Shapiro Signs Bill Allowing Body Cameras for County Probation Officers in Pennsylvania

Governor Shapiro Signs Bill Allowing Body Cameras for County Probation Officers in Pennsylvania

Governor Josh Shapiro has signed Act 81 of 2026 into law, which amends Pennsylvania's Wiretap Act to permit county probation officers to wear body cameras while on duty. The legislation, introduced by Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie), received bipartisan support in both the state House and Senate. A ceremonial bill signing was held in Harrisburg to mark the new law. This change was championed by Bizzarro and advocates in Erie following the fatal shooting of Marchello Woodard by a state parole officer who was not wearing a body camera during a compliance check. While state parole officers were already permitted to wear body cameras, this new law extends the provision to county probation officers, aiming to enhance safety, accountability, and transparency for both the community and law enforcement.

Representative Thomas H. Kean, Jr. Introduces Snowfall Assistance Transparency Act

Representative Thomas H. Kean, Jr. Introduces Snowfall Assistance Transparency Act

Representative Thomas H. Kean, Jr. has introduced H.R. 10932, the Snowfall Assistance Transparency Act, on October 29, 2026. This bill aims to reform how the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the President handle requests for federal disaster declarations, particularly concerning snowstorms and other snowfall events. The proposed legislation mandates that FEMA update its regulations within one year to provide its disaster declaration recommendations simultaneously to the requesting Governor or tribal leader and the President. Furthermore, if the President approves or denies a major disaster declaration, a detailed written explanation must be provided to the requesting Governor or tribal leader. This explanation must cover aspects such as problems in FEMA's recommendation, the state or tribal government's capacity to respond, consideration of loss of life and public safety risks, total damage assessment, local government response capacity evaluation, and the impact of severe local events or mul...