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Rep. Suzan DelBene Among 150 House Members Supporting Diplomacy with Iran

Rep. Suzan DelBene Among 150 House Members Supporting Diplomacy with Iran

U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene is among 150 Members of Congress who signed a letter to the President, advocating for continued diplomacy to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon. The letter, authored by Representatives Jan Schakowsky (IL-9), Lloyd Doggett (TX-35), and David Price (NC-4), represents a significant show of support for the ongoing negotiations. It emphasizes the importance of reaching a 'strong and verifiable agreement' with Iran, building on the political framework announced on April 2. J Street, an advocacy group, applauded the letter, noting it demonstrates that over one-third of the House actively backs the President's diplomatic efforts. The letter also serves as a 'decisive rebuke' to those who oppose diplomacy and risk leading the U.S. and its allies towards conflict.

Bipartisan Legislation Introduced to Enhance 9/11 Education in U.S. Schools

Bipartisan Legislation Introduced to Enhance 9/11 Education in U.S. Schools

Reps. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) and Josh Gottheimer (D-N.J.) have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at improving how 9/11 is taught in schools across the United States. This initiative comes as a significant portion of the American population, over 100 million individuals, has no direct memory or experience of the September 11, 2001, attacks. The proposed legislation seeks to direct the Department of Education to assess current 9/11 curricula nationwide and identify any instructional gaps. This effort is part of a broader movement to ensure that future generations understand the gravity and historical significance of 9/11, moving beyond personal memory to factual education. The Pentagon is also preparing to break ground on a new Visitor Education Center, intended to serve a similar purpose by providing a dedicated space for learning about the attack on the Pentagon and its aftermath. This center, along with the National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York, is actively working to bridge the gener...

Congressman Bob Latta Among Republicans Who Voted Against 9/11 Responder Health Bill

Congressman Bob Latta Among Republicans Who Voted Against 9/11 Responder Health Bill

Congressman Bob Latta (R-OH5) was among 26 Republicans who voted against the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensation Act in 2010, a bill designed to provide medical care for 9/11 first responders and survivors. The initial vote on July 29, 2010, under a suspension of the rules requiring a two-thirds majority, failed despite receiving a simple majority of votes. Later, on September 29, 2010, the same bill was brought to the floor under ordinary House procedures, where it passed with a simple majority, but Congressman Latta again voted no. When a compromise version of the bill, significantly reduced in cost from $7.4 billion to $4.3 billion, was presented on December 22, 2010, Congressman Latta was among the 13 Republicans who still voted against it. This historical voting record has resurfaced in the days leading up to the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks.

President Trump Confirms Secret Plane Switch Due to Iran Assassination Threat

President Trump Confirms Secret Plane Switch Due to Iran Assassination Threat

President Trump has confirmed that he secretly switched planes during a trip from Turkey to Britain last month due to a serious assassination threat from Iran. Reports indicate that after boarding Air Force One in front of cameras on July 8, he was discreetly moved off the plane in a catering truck and transferred to a smaller military aircraft. This smaller plane then flew him to Britain, while the original Air Force One followed. Upon arrival, President Trump re-boarded the larger plane before being seen by reporters, creating the impression he had traveled on it the entire journey. Journalists and some White House staff on the original plane were unaware of the switch and were instructed to keep window shades closed. President Trump stated that the Secret Service and the military advised him to use a different plane, and he followed their instructions. He also mentioned that the smaller plane might have been targeted if attackers had anticipated his use of it. President Trump frequently receives threats...

US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods

US diesel prices soar past $6 a gallon, deepening strain for hauling everyday goods

Diesel prices in the U.S. has hit yet another record, soaring past $6 a gallon on average as Washington’s war with Iran disrupts the world’s flow of fuel

Trump says he does not regret Iran war despite impact it may have on midterm elections

Trump says he does not regret Iran war despite impact it may have on midterm elections

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON, Sept 10 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump said he did not regret going to war against Iran despite the impact the conflict may have on the November U.S. midterm elections. "I don't believe in the word 'regret.'

Representatives Jayapal and Massie Introduce Legislation to Repeal 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force

Representatives Jayapal and Massie Introduce Legislation to Repeal 2001 Authorization for Use of Military Force

In December 2025, Representatives Pramila Jayapal and Thomas Massie introduced legislation aimed at fully repealing the Authorization for Use of Military Force (AUMF) of 2001. This AUMF was enacted shortly after the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, granting the president broad powers to prevent similar actions. Despite the withdrawal of U.S. military forces from Afghanistan in 2021, the AUMF of 2001 remains in effect and has been cited numerous times as statutory authority for military and counter-terrorism operations by American presidents across various regions, including the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. The legislation introduced by Representatives Jayapal and Massie has not yet progressed through the House. The AUMF of 2001 notably lacked an expiration date when it was signed into law, distinguishing it from the AUMF of 2002, which was repealed in December 2025 as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).

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Daylight saving time 2026: When do clocks change and fall back?

Daylight saving time 2026: When do clocks change and fall back?

Are the clocks changing this weekend? Here is exactly when daylight saving time ends in 2026 and how to prepare your clocks so you don't miss a beat.

Take Five: Rates, risks and rivalries

Take Five: Rates, risks and rivalries

Sept 11 (Reuters) - Policy makers at the Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan are preparing key interest rate decisions against a backdrop of escalating conflict in the Middle East and rising energy prices.

BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say

BRICS agrees on joint declaration before New Delhi summit, sources say

By Sarita Chaganti Singh, Shivangi Acharya and Saurabh Sharma NEW DELHI, Sept 12 (Reuters) - The BRICS group of emerging economies has agreed on a joint declaration, sources told Reuters on Saturday, hours before its leaders began a summit in New Delhi, aiming to boost the bloc's global clout.

U.S. Voter Sympathy Shifts Towards Palestinians, Quinnipiac Poll Reveals

U.S. Voter Sympathy Shifts Towards Palestinians, Quinnipiac Poll Reveals

A recent Quinnipiac University poll indicates a significant shift in U.S. voter sympathy, with more Americans now expressing greater sympathy for Palestinians than for Israelis. The poll, released on Thursday, found that 38% of voters sympathize more with Palestinians, while 35% side with Israelis, and 27% remain undecided. This marks the highest level of sympathy for Palestinians and the lowest for Israelis since Quinnipiac began tracking this sentiment in December 2001. According to Quinnipiac polling analyst Tim Malloy, Israel has 'lost ground in the eyes of American voters' since October 7, 2023, with support for Israel declining as the conflict in Gaza has continued. The poll also highlighted a partisan divide, with Democrats favoring Palestinians (62% to 13%) and Republicans favoring Israelis (64% to 14%). Independents also showed more sympathy for Palestinians (40% to 29%).

Bipartisan Congressional Caucus Launched to Combat Antisemitism on College Campuses

Bipartisan Congressional Caucus Launched to Combat Antisemitism on College Campuses

Reps. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., and Josh Gottheimer, D-N.J., have announced the formation of the Combating Antisemitism on College Campuses Caucus. This bipartisan coalition aims to address the rising issue of antisemitism at institutions of higher education across the United States. The caucus will focus on coordinating oversight of how universities respond to antisemitic incidents, pressing these institutions to protect Jewish students, faculty, and staff, and ensuring the enforcement of anti-harassment and anti-discrimination policies. Additionally, it plans to advance and track federal legislation targeting campus antisemitism and discrimination driven by the Boycott, Divestment, and Sanctions (BDS) movement. The caucus also intends to highlight schools that are effectively managing these issues and share best practices nationwide. Both lawmakers expressed significant concern over the increase in antisemitic incidents on campuses, particularly following the October 7th attack by Hamas terrorists in Israe...