Michael Waltz Defends Signal Group Chat During U.N. Ambassador Hearing

Michael Waltz, the former national security adviser, doubled down on the Trump administration’s defense of a Signal group chat where senior officials discussed war plans.

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Senate Blocks War Powers Resolution to Limit Trump’s Ability to Strike Iran Again

The vote against the measure was mostly along party lines, with Republicans opposing it and Democrats almost unanimously in favor.

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Democrats Forge Ahead With Efforts to Reach War Powers Vote Amid Shaky Cease-Fire

The Democrats pressing for a vote to require congressional approval for any further military action against Iran are proposing to narrow the measure to draw maximum support from a divided party.

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Democrat Seeks to Limit Trump’s War Powers Amid Middle East Escalation

A resolution by Senator Tim Kaine of Virginia would require congressional approval before U.S. troops could engage in hostilities against Iran. He said Americans don’t want another “forever war.”

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Senators Visit Canada, Seeking a Reset Amid Trump’s Provocations

Democrats and one Republican made the trip, seeking to stabilize the U.S.-Canada relationship after President Trump imposed tariffs on Canada and suggested it should become the 51st state.

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RFK Jr. Says He Won’t Keep Financial Stake in HPV Vaccine Lawsuits

Senators had objected to the financial conflict posed by Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s decision to retain a financial stake in lawsuits against a major drug company. It remains unclear whether any proceeds would be redirected.

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Takeaways From Pete Hegseth’s Confirmation Hearing

President-elect Donald J. Trump’s pick for defense secretary said nothing that would alienate the Republican senators on the Armed Services Committee.

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Hegseth Won’t Say Whether Sexual Assault, Drinking or Adultery Is Disqualifying

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice to lead the Pentagon, rejected what he said were “false claims” about his conduct.

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