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Republicans can’t even agree on whether the war in Iran is an actual “war”

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politics9h ago

Republicans can’t even agree on whether the war in Iran is an actual “war”

Ms.now

The U.S. launched a military offensive in Iran, triggering a national debate over whether it amounts to a war.
Republican Sen. Markwayne Mullin and Rep. Anna Paulina Luna questioned if the U.S. is at war with Iran.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth publicly suggested the U.S. is currently in a war, adding to mixed messages.
White House talking points reportedly avoid a direct answer to whether the U.S. is at war with Iran.
The article highlights ongoing uncertainty about legality, costs, and duration of the Iran operation.
The coverage emphasizes the political risk of mixed messages from White House allies.
The reporting notes the White House rebranding of its department to ‘Department of War’ as part of messaging.
Maddowblog collaborators linked to the Iran operation to concerns about public skepticism and accountability.
The post provides related coverage updates on the Iran situation and congressional response.

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Democratic lawmakers demand probe into DHS warrantless location tracking

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Democratic lawmakers demand probe into DHS warrantless location tracking

Rawstory.com

Democrats urge a new DHS probe into warrantless location data purchases by ICE and other agencies.
The letter questions whether the DHS has policies to prevent taxpayer dollars from funding privacy-invading contractors.
Lawmakers reference PenLink’s Webloc and Cobwebs Technologies as part of the surveillance setup.
The group asks how location data is used and whether it has informed investigations of dissent or protest.
Advocates cite the Fourth Amendment privacy concerns and call for limits on data broker access.
EFF has highlighted the potential privacy violations and urged policy reforms.
Legislation efforts like FANFSA and proposals to close data broker loopholes are noted in the discussion.
Lawmakers pressed for a briefing after a PenLink contract was revealed in the press.
The DHS is urged to adopt its prior recommendations on data use and privacy protections.
Lawmakers request accountability on whether data access is audited for abuse.

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Marco Rubio makes astounding U-turn after Trump tosses him under bus

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Marco Rubio makes astounding U-turn after Trump tosses him under bus

Dailymail.co.uk

Rubio says he was the victim of a bad clipping job and didn’t say Israel forced a U.S. strike on Iran.
Trump denies that Israel pushed the U.S. into war and says he might have pressured Israel into action.
The four-day conflict has seen US and Israeli strikes in Iran and retaliatory actions across the region.
Iran launched missiles and drones at U.S. bases in the region in response to the strikes.
White House press secretary disputed Rubio’s interpretation of the remarks.
The exchange drew reactions from Democratic and Republican voices over U.S. war decisions.
U.S. and Israeli actions were tied to Iran's missile program and potential attacks on U.S. forces.
Rubio’s Monday remarks suggested Israeli action would precipitate U.S. attack concerns.
Public attention centered on whether Israeli action influenced U.S. war decisions.
The evolving narrative occurred amid ongoing Middle East tensions and global market concerns.

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How Congress can help solve the housing crisis — and boost American homeownership dreams

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How Congress can help solve the housing crisis — and boost American homeownership dreams

Nypost.com

The ROAD to Housing Act aims to unlock private capital and expand housing supply nationwide.
Supporters say the bill reduces red tape that drives up construction costs.
The package embraces modern manufactured and modular housing as an affordable option.
The bill prioritizes local autonomy, letting communities tailor solutions.
Lawmakers argue government should not subsidize housing but encourage private investment.
The package includes provisions from the House’s Housing for the 21st Century Act.
Senate consideration follows bipartisan backing and committee approval.
Local leaders recently toured a Beaufort, South Carolina workforce housing project.
The author ties housing affordability to the broader American dream for families.
The article signals a near-term vote on the housing package in the Senate.

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Rubio's Iran Rationale Gets Messier, as Congress Demands Answers

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Rubio's Iran Rationale Gets Messier, as Congress Demands Answers

Time.com

Latest: Rubio faced sharp questions as Congress demanded precise legal and strategic justification for the Iran strikes.
Lawmakers contend the administration’s retellings threaten congressional authority over war decisions.
Senators voiced concern that public messaging could delay or derail required congressional oversight.
Democrats warned that more American casualties could follow without a proper debate on authorization.
The briefing amplified calls for War Powers measures, though passage remains uncertain.
Senator Angus King criticized the implication that allies could dictate U.S. war decisions.
Administration had cited Iran’s nuclear progress and missiles as factors behind the strikes.
President Trump offered a competing narrative, suggesting Iran was about to attack first.
The article notes a broader push for congressional debate before continuing military actions.
The piece highlights Twitter and other media as part of the evolving narrative around the conflict.

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Democrats accuse ICE of targeting Dreamers while DHS highlights gang members, child rapists arrested this week

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Democrats accuse ICE of targeting Dreamers while DHS highlights gang members, child rapists arrested this week

Foxnews.com

DHS defends ICE deportations, says enforcement follows Congress-approved laws amid Durbin criticism.
DHS provided Fox News Digital with a list of dangerous illegal immigrants, including MS-13 members and sex offenses.
Durbin accused DHS of detaining DACA recipients while Noem argued for law-based removals.
DHS argued that a final removal order is the proper procedure for deportations under current law.
The exchange centered on whether ICE targets DACA recipients under Trump-era deportation priorities.
Noem asserted DHS enforces laws as written and pushed back at questions about voting changes.
The briefing included a list of specific detainees linked to crimes as proof of enforcement focus.
DHS highlighted public safety threats as justification for ongoing removals.
Fox News Digital published exclusive DHS data to support the agency’s narrative.
The hearing addressed concerns about DACA recipients amid elections and enforcement.

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GOP senator compares Kristi Noem's DHS leadership to that time she shot her own dog

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GOP senator compares Kristi Noem's DHS leadership to that time she shot her own dog

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Sen. Thom Tillis publicly critical of Kristi Noem's leadership at FEMA, arguing DHS failure and pressing for accountability during the hearing.
Tillis ties Noem’s FEMA response to the DHS inspector general report, noting multiple obstructions of internal investigations.
A section of Tillis’s remarks draws on a memoir passage about Noem’s dog and a goat to illustrate leadership concerns.
Tillis warns he will hold en bloc nominations until Noem’s team supplies substantive answers to lawmakers’ questions.
"We’re an exceptional nation, and one of the reasons we’re exceptional is we expect exceptional leadership, and you’ve demonstrated anything but that."
Noem defends her ICE operations testimony, asserting she answered questions and pushed back against leadership scrutiny.
The exchange centers on Minneapolis border operations and a broad-law-enforcement briefing to avoid casting a pall on officers.
Noem’s testimony is placed within a broader debate over DHS leadership, ICE investigations, and internal agency scrutiny.
The article notes ongoing Republican tensions over immigration enforcement and signals potential impact on Senate business.

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Democrats say they won't relent on DHS funding demands because of Iran war

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Democrats say they won't relent on DHS funding demands because of Iran war

Nbcnews.com

Democrats insist on changes to ICE and border policy before approving full DHS funding.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer says talks are far apart on DHS funding.
Some Democrats argue funding DHS should proceed to protect agencies while negotiations continue.
Republicans tie DHS funding to broader concessions triggered by the Iran crisis.
King says the Iran war does not change his stance on DHS funding.
Ossoff supports funding DHS with assurances that agencies meet standards.
DHS funding expired Feb. 13, prompting a partial shutdown of the department.
Britt and McCormick urge action despite the Iran crisis.
Some Democrats criticize the timing as a pretext to shield ICE from accountability.
Coons says talks are constructive and could lead to reasonable DHS reforms.

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WATCH: Kennedy questions Noem about using taxpayer money for ad campaign featuring her prominently

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politics9h ago

WATCH: Kennedy questions Noem about using taxpayer money for ad campaign featuring her prominently

Pbs.org and 2 more

Kennedy directly pressed DHS Secretary Kristi Noem on why $220 million was spent on national TV ads featuring her, asking how that aligns with prudent taxpayer spending.
Noem defended the ad campaign as legal and effective, framing it as aligned with presidential directives to communicate on immigration policy.
The hearing occurred amid broader scrutiny of DHS funding and discussions of potential partial government shutdowns related to budget fights.
Lawmakers highlighted bipartisan talks on requiring body cameras for immigration enforcement agents.
Coverage framed the exchange within ongoing debates over DHS messaging and border policy, linking ad spending to policy tensions.
Noem claimed ad prominence reflected her role in communicating immigration policy and adherence to legal processes.
Reporters noted protests in Minneapolis tied to federal actions as context for funding questions.
Democrats connected DHS funding lapses to the administration's broader border and deportation agenda.
The article notes cross-references to related PBS and Associated Press pieces on DHS oversight.
Controversy over Safe America Media’s contract and who benefited from the DHS ad spend drew scrutiny from multiple senators.

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Bernie Sanders and Ro Khanna propose bill to impose wealth tax on billionaires

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politics1d ago

Bernie Sanders and Ro Khanna propose bill to impose wealth tax on billionaires

Theguardian.com and 2 more

Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Ro Khanna propose a federal 5% annual wealth tax on billionaires, aiming to fund a broad expansion of safety nets and public programs.
The plan projects about $4.4 trillion in federal revenue over a decade, earmarked for expansive social programs and infrastructure.
A one-time $3,000 direct payment would go to every person in households earning up to $150,000 in the first year, funded by the new tax revenue.
The revenue would also support Medicare expansion to cover dental, vision, and hearing for seniors, alongside reversing certain healthcare cuts.
Beyond healthcare, the plan envisions funding affordable housing, childcare subsidies, and higher teacher salaries to address cost-of-living pressures.
Supporters frame the revenue as a tool to invest in working families, children, the elderly, and other vulnerable populations.
The proposal signals renewed Democratic focus on taxing billionaires amid broader affordability debates.
Khanna pushes for provisions allowing startup founders to defer taxes until a liquidity event under specific conditions.
California is weighing a separate 5% one-time tax on residents with net worth above $1.1 billion, potentially shaping national momentum.
California supporters must gather around 900,000 signatures to qualify the measure for the November ballot, amplifying national momentum.

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