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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.

House approves bill to boost compensation for many veterans, with some floor drama

House approves bill to boost compensation for many veterans, with some floor drama

The House has passed a major package of veterans bills on Veterans Day — but not without confusion and controversy

Minnesota Officials Urge President Trump to Approve Disaster Declaration Following September Floods

Minnesota Officials Urge President Trump to Approve Disaster Declaration Following September Floods

Senators Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith, alongside Representative Brad Finstad, have formally requested President Trump and his administration to approve Minnesota's Major Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance. This request follows severe flooding in September that impacted approximately 700 square miles of southern and southeastern Minnesota, with some areas receiving over 6 inches of rain within 24 hours. Governor Tim Walz's disaster assistance request specifically covers Fillmore, Houston, Steele, and Waseca Counties for the period of September 18-20. The city of New Richland, for instance, experienced about 9 inches of rain, leading to the damage of over 75% of its homes and the evacuation of a skilled nursing facility. The officials emphasized in a letter to President Trump on November 3 that this event was as destructive as a 'mega-rain' in July 2026, from which many communities were still recovering. They are also advocating for Hazard Mitigation assistance to bolster disaster resiliency effo...

Why Congress Established the Joint Economic Committee in 1946

Why Congress Established the Joint Economic Committee in 1946

The Employment Act of 1946, while a product of significant legislative compromise, established two pivotal institutions that continue to play cruci...

Hegseth slams his potential impeachment as a 'political spectacle’ that undermines US troops

Hegseth slams his potential impeachment as a 'political spectacle’ that undermines US troops

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is contending that a rogue lawmaker is undermining American troops in war zones by targeting him with an impeachment effort over mere “policy disagreements.”

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.

Pentagon chief Hegseth expected to face House impeachment vote this week

Pentagon chief Hegseth expected to face House impeachment vote this week

By Phil Stewart and Patricia Zengerle WASHINGTON, Nov 9 (Reuters) - Pete Hegseth, the US defense secretary, calls himself the secretary of war, part of his effort to rebrand a military he said was too weak and "woke" when he took office last year.

Trump says his deportation policy 'might have been too tough' for voters in the election

Trump says his deportation policy 'might have been too tough' for voters in the election

President Donald Trump said he thinks his administration was too aggressive on deportations

Congressman Maxwell Frost Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Phase Out Toxic Airplane Bleed-Air Systems

Congressman Maxwell Frost Introduces Bipartisan Legislation to Phase Out Toxic Airplane Bleed-Air Systems

Democratic Congressman Maxwell Frost of Orlando has introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at overhauling the air supply systems in commercial aircraft. The proposed bill seeks to mandate filters on existing bleed-air systems and eventually phase out their use entirely. Co-sponsored by Representatives Mike Lawler and John Garamendi, the legislation addresses concerns about 'fume events,' where engine oil and other potentially toxic particles can enter cabin air if engine seals fail. Flight attendants, such as Cher Taylor, have reported severe health issues, including permanent lung damage, which they attribute to repeated exposure to these fumes. While the official description of the bill on GovInfo indicates a phase-out in 'certain aircraft,' some reports suggest Frost's proposal aims to eliminate bleed-air systems in all commercial aircraft. The frequency of these fume events is a point of contention, with various reports citing occurrences ranging from less than one in 30,000 flights by the FAA to more...

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

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

Rubio makes clear that Trump's foreign policy won't change after GOP election losses

Rubio makes clear that Trump's foreign policy won't change after GOP election losses

Secretary of State Marco Rubio says Republican losses in the midterm elections won't affect the Trump administration’s approach to foreign policy