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Senate Tables Hemp Amendment at Center of Funding Fight, Allowing One-Month Delay of THC Product Ban

The 61-32 vote keeps a provision that delays enforcement of federal restrictions on hemp-derived THC products until October 19.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Watch Live: Senate Looks to Power Through Major Priorities Before August Recess

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's nomination to permanently lead the Justice Department is among the items on Friday's agenda as lawmakers rush to complete legislative business.

By Diane Park · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Church Protesters Could Face Tougher Penalties Under Rare Bipartisan Crackdown

The House bill would impose escalating fines up to $10,000 for disrupting religious services within 100 feet of houses of worship.

By James Callahan · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 3 min read
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Oz Urges Senators to Reject Budd Hemp Amendment

CMS administrator cites 'grave concerns' about a measure that would allow a federal ban on most hemp-derived products in November.

By James Callahan · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Senate Clears Lindsey Graham Russia, Iran Sanctions Package After Yearlong Fight

The bill targets Moscow's oil-and-gas revenue with tariffs up to 500% on Russian imports and 100% on top buyers like China and India.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senate Democrats Introduce Bill to Roll Back Pentagon Press Restrictions

The measure targets Hegseth's removal of four legacy outlets from permanent offices and his end to the rotating press pool.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Senator Cassidy Says He Will Vote to Confirm Blanche as Attorney General, Likely Securing Nomination

The Louisiana Republican's announcement gives supporters a critical vote for a nomination that had been at risk of failing in the Senate.

By James Callahan · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Husted Says Miller 'Unfit for Public Office' If Abuse Claims Are True

The Ohio senator spoke as Rep. Max Miller faces investigation over his ex-wife's claims of abuse involving hot water, a firearm and their daughter's collarbone.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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House GOP Committee Demands Financial Records from 5 Major Labor Unions

Chairman Tim Walberg cited reports of nearly $95 million in UAW political spending and about $146 million on travel as the panel seeks records dating to January 2023.

By Marcus Webb · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Senate GOP Targets Loophole Forcing Release of Detained Immigrants

The Keeping Our Communities Safe Act would expand DHS authority to hold criminal aliens indefinitely when home countries refuse their return.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, August 7, 2026 · 4 min read